City and Urban DJs Partner on Initiative to Stop Gun Violence CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2014. Mayor Emanuel today joined urban DJs and radio personalities to announce “Put the Guns Down,” a City wide violence prevention initiative. Urban radio stations across the Chicago area are partnering with the City to prevent violence[Read More…]
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Senator Kirk Promotes 92 Percent College Enrollment Rate and Innovative Curriculum at Perspectives/IIT Math and Science Academy
Kirk Bill, S. 2304, Rewards Innovative Charter Schools; Bipartisan Bill Expands Student Access to Charter Schools Nationwide CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2014. As Congress moves to consider legislation to support public charter schools throughout the country, U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) today demonstrated his continued support for charter schools and Science, Technology,[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Congratulates 2014 Golden Apple Award Winners
Recognizes Teacher Appreciation Week, Thanks Teachers Across Illinois for Making a Difference CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today congratulated this year’s 2014 Golden Apple Award winners for their excellence in teaching and thanked them for making a difference in the future of Illinois’ students. The award, which is one[Read More…]
Prepared Remarks by Richard Cordray, Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, May 9, 2014
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—May 9, 2014. I am glad to be with you today and to have the chance to reflect further on some of the changes that have followed the most damaging and frightening financial crisis of our lifetimes. As we all know, the effects of that crisis were severe and[Read More…]
Park Forest 41st Annual Farmers’ Market Takes Place Every Saturday Through October 25
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 9, 2014. Park Forest’s 41st Annual Farmers’ Market will take place every Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October 25. The Market is located across the street from the Park Forest Police Station, 271 Lakewood Boulevard. The Market offers fresh vegetables, fruits, organic breads, salsa,[Read More…]
For Mother’s Day, Freedom to Marry Launches Ad on Utah Family’s Support for Gay Son
Online ad comes as 10th Circuit Court of Appeals considers Utah case New York–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2014. For Mother’s Day, Freedom to Marry and Utah Unites for Marriage released an ad featuring the family of Drs. Wendy Matis and Dale Smith of Millcreek, talking about their support for their gay[Read More…]
Uncle and Niece Unexpectedly Become Classmates, Finish Law School Together
Kimberly Rios and her uncle Armando Rios unexpectedly became classmates at DePaul University’s College of Law. They plan to use their doctorates in law to help others. (Photo by Jamie Moncrief) CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—May 9, 2014. Armando Rios and his niece Kimberly Rios had no idea they shared a passion for law.[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, May 9, 2014
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2014. Aging Baby Boomers Expected to Almost Double Nation’s Senior Population Two newly released reports from the U.S. Census Bureau project that the 65-and-older population in the United States will nearly double by 2050. That segment of the population is expected to jump from 43.1 million in[Read More…]
Consumer Wellness Advocate Certification Training Workshop Coming to South Suburban College
South Holland, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 9, 2014. The South Suburban College (SSC) Business & Career Institute (BCI) is hosting Consumer Wellness Advocate (CWA) Certification Training for individuals who wish to gain the tools to promote wellness at home and in the workplace. This unique program will be facilitated by Alexandra Glumac, MS,[Read More…]
Marian Choir Performs at Carnegie Hall in New York City
Marian Choir members in New York. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Members of the Marian Catholic Choral Program participated in an amazing performance at Carnegie Hall. On April 25th, 26th, & 27th, 2014 the Marian Catholic Choral program traveled to New York City to take part in an extraordinary learning[Read More…]
