Hat Tip to the Huffington Post: Sports broadcasts are typically known for their punchy lists of best plays, epic goal countdowns and testosterone-fueled commentary. Which makes Dale Hansen’s address Monday night all the more remarkable. The Dallas sports anchor for ABC local affiliate WFAA took a break from the standard script to[Read More…]
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ACLU Lawsuit Seeks Recognition for Missouri Same-Sex Couples Legally Married Out-of-State
KANSAS CITY, MO–(ENEWSPF)–February 12, 2014. The American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU of Missouri filed a lawsuit in state court today on behalf of eight same-sex couples who are seeking recognition for their legal out-of-state marriages. The lawsuit does not seek a repeal of Missouri’s ban on marriage for[Read More…]
Enrollment in the Health Insurance Marketplace Increases by 53 Percent in January
27 percent of January enrollees are young adults – up 3 percentage points from the previous reporting period Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—February 12, 2014. Enrollment in the Health Insurance Marketplace continued to rise in January, with a 53 percent increase in overall enrollment over the prior three month reporting period, with young[Read More…]
Governor Quinn and Governor Ávila Honor Benito Juárez on Eve of Lincoln’s Birthday
Wreath-Laying at Juárez Statue and Lincoln-Romero Meeting Reenactment Strengthen 150-year Friendship Between Mexico and Illinois CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 11, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today was joined by the Governor of the State of Mexico Eruviel Ávila for a wreath-laying ceremony to honor Benito Juárez and the 150-year friendship between Illinois and Mexico.[Read More…]
Representative Kelly, State Lawmakers Meet with US Transportation Secretary to Tout Third Airport
Group Urges FAA and U.S. DOT to Expedite Review of Airport Plans ILLINOIS—(ENEWSPF)—February 11, 2014. U.S. Congresswoman Robin Kelly and a group of Illinois officials today met with U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx to express their strong support for the South Suburban Airport and to urge federal officials to expedite[Read More…]
Park Forest Area and Homewood Flossmoor Area Leagues of Women Voters to Host Meeting on Agriculture Issues
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)–February 11, 2014–The Leagues of Women Voters of the Park Forest Area and Homewood-Flossmoor Area will host an educational meeting on “What’s in Your Food?” and other Agriculture issues being studied by the League of Women Voters of the U.S. The meeting will be held on Saturday, February[Read More…]
South Suburban College Faculty Art Exhibition Now on Display
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 11, 2014. The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College (SSC) is pleased to present its Biannual Faculty Exhibition in the Lee E. Dulgar Gallery on the first floor of the college’s Main Campus. The exhibition will feature works from full-time and adjunct instructors currently teaching[Read More…]
‘Along the Chicago South Shore and South Bend Rail Line’ Program
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 11, 2014. The Park Forest Historical Society will present the program, “Along the Chicago South Shore and South Bend Rail Line” by author Cynthia Ogorek on Sunday February 23, 2014, at 2:30 p.m. in Park Forest Village Hall, 350 Victory Drive. Ms. Ogorek will be selling and[Read More…]
Apply Now for 2014 Scholarships and Financial Aid at South Suburban College
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 11, 2014. The South Suburban College Foundation (SSCF) 2014 Scholarship Books and Applications are now available in the President’s Office (Room 2134), the Financial Aid Office (2355) and online at www.ssc.edu/foundation. The SSC Financial Aid Office is also encouraging all prospective and current students to complete the[Read More…]
Non-credit Classes Starting Up at South Suburban College Next Week
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 11, 2014. South Suburban College’s Office of Continuing Education is offering a variety of non-credit classes for friends and family of all ages and interests. A new schedule of classes in areas such as creative arts, computers, language, professional development, and much more will begin February 17th[Read More…]
