Matteson, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly (IL-02) announced that an $8.9 million U.S. Department of Labor grant has been awarded to the Calumet Area Industrial Commission (CAIC) for a job training program. The public-private partnership One Workforce Program will benefit students at local colleges by preparing them for good-paying jobs[Read More…]
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Kayla Caffey of Park Forest Earns University of Nebraska-Lincoln Degree
Lincoln, NE-(ENEWSPF)- Kayla Alexis Caffey of Park Forest was among 1,316 graduates who received degrees from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln during commencement exercises Dec. 17 and 18 at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Caffey earned a Master of Arts from the Office of Graduate Studies. The graduates are from 41 countries, 43[Read More…]
Man Arrested in Connection with Robberies of Two Suburban Chicago Banks
One of the Alleged Bank Robberies Was in Homewood Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- A man has been arrested in connection with the robberies of two suburban Chicago banks, one in Homewood, in recent weeks, according to Federal authorities. ANTONIO E. COLLINS has been charged with robbing a Chase Bank branch in Bolingbrook,[Read More…]
Rep. Kelly, Congressional Caucus on Black Women and Girls to Host Event Focusing on Missing Black Women and Girls
“Not My Girls” Virtual Forum Will Discuss Missing Women & Girls from Chicagoland & How to Keep the Community Safe Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- Congresswoman Robin Kelly and the Congressional Caucus on Black Women and Girls will host “Not My Girls,” an interactive virtual forum focused on missing Black women and girls[Read More…]
Obituary: James D. Kirkpatrick
August 11, 1934 – January 18, 2022 ENEWSPF – James Delmar Kirkpatrick, age 87, of South Chicago Heights, Illinois passed away peacefully on January 18, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Madeleine Kirkpatrick. Loving father of William (Marie) Kirkpatrick and Betty (Wade) Colley. Cherished grandfather of 4 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Dear[Read More…]
Rep. Kelly Highlights Impact of Child Tax Credit on Illinois Families
Matteson, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly (IL-02) marked the first time in six months that families will not receive the expanded and improved monthly Child Tax Credit by calling for the passage of the Build Back Better Act. On December 15, 1,363 payments went out to hardworking families across Illinois.[Read More…]
Betty White Shares How She’d Like to Be Remembered – VIDEO
ENEWSPF – In the upcoming film, ‘Betty White: A Celebration,’ the late actress shares how she’d like people to remember her. The documentary is a reflection on Betty’s amazing life and career and features the ‘Golden Girls’ star’s final on-camera appearance, recorded just 10 days before her death on New[Read More…]
Preckwinkle Highlights Nearly $300 Million Pandemic Relief Plan
First steps in planned $700 million for community programs over next several years Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle highlighted a nearly $300 million pandemic relief plan approved by the Cook County Board of Commissioners that includes major investments in small business assistance, violence prevention, digital equity, and infrastructure improvements in[Read More…]
Burglaries to Cars and Home
Burglaries Reported Between December 7 2021 and January 3, 2022 Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- December saw burglaries to cars and a report of a burglary to a home, according to reports provided by the Park Forest Police. Delayed Burglary Report A man who had been conducting repairs on a residence in[Read More…]
Village Board to Approve Commission Members
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Village Board is slated to approve commission members to the numerous boards and commissions in Park Forest. The board will meet Tuesday, January 18. Because of the pandemic, the meeting will be held remotely via conference call, according to the agenda. All public comments can be[Read More…]
