Senator Secured $5.6 Million in Federal Funding in Support of the Facility’s Construction MACOMB, IL–(ENEWSPF)–December 5, 2013. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) visited the Macomb Transit Facility today to see firsthand how the new facility is functioning as a central hub for mass transit service in McDonough County. The facility[Read More…]
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Senator Durbin Asks Metra to Clarify Position on New Safety System
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 5, 2013. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today called on the Metra Board of Directors to clarify their position on implementing Positive Train Control (PTC) – a communications-based system designed to prevent certain types of train accidents caused by human factors – and report back to the Illinois[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Historic Pension Reform
Governor’s Top Legislative Priority Becomes Law; Will Erase Unfunded Liability and Restore Fiscal Stability to Illinois CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 5, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today signed into law his number one priority – historic legislation that addresses the most critical fiscal challenge in Illinois by reforming the state’s pension systems. This comprehensive[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Celebrates Public And Private Investments To Expand City’s Efforts To Improve Access To Quality After School Programming And Youth Jobs Through After School Matters
$25 Million Donation from George Lucas Foundation over Five Years to After School Matters Will Provide Free Access to Program for Teens CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 5, 2013. Surrounded by After School Matters participants, Mayor Emanuel yesterday joined Mellody Hobson and George Lucas to announce the City’s $12.2 million investment and a $25[Read More…]
Colorado Judge Asked to Rule Quickly in Case of Bakery that Discriminated Against Gay Couple
Masterpiece Cakeshop Refused to Serve Couple Wishing to Celebrate Their Marriage DENVER–(ENEWSPF)–December 5, 2013. An administrative judge heard arguments yesterday in support of a swift decision in a case involving a Colorado bakery that has a stated policy of discriminating against gay and lesbian customers. Last June, the Colorado Attorney[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama at the Affordable Care Act Youth Summit
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—December 4, 2013 – 2:10 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hey! (Applause.) Hello, everybody. Hello, hello. Good to see you. Everybody, sit down. Good afternoon. (Applause.) Welcome to the White House. This is a little bit of a rowdy bunch. (Laughter.) Well, it is wonderful to be with all[Read More…]
South Suburban College Bulldogs Basketball Team Garner Top Spot in National Poll
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)—December 4, 2013. The South Suburban College Men’s Basketball Program (9-1) is now ranked #1 in the most recent poll from the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II. This marks the third time in four years the Bulldogs have been the top-ranked team. Additionally, sophomore[Read More…]
South Suburban College Announces New Schedule for Oak Forest Center in the New Year
Oak Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—December 4, 2013. South Suburban College will be offering a new schedule of general education classes at their Oak Forest Center for the Spring 2014 Semester. Spring classes begin January 13, 2014. The Oak Forest Center is conveniently located near 167th and I-57, accessible from Kilbourn Avenue. The[Read More…]
Marian Catholic: Brighter Because of Bernie
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Bernie Jablonski was a teacher and theatrical director at Marian Catholic High School for 33 years. He inspired the souls of his students. He was unique, proud of his uniqueness, and appreciated each student’s individuality. He was a gentle man with a great sense of humor and[Read More…]
Student Veterans Receive Free Dental Cleanings from Fellow PSC Students
(PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- As part of a joint effort between the Prairie State College (PSC) Student Veterans Club and the PSC Dental Hygiene Program, approximately 10 PSC student veterans each recently received a free teeth cleaning from PSC dental hygiene students. Pictured are aspiring hygienist Nichole Jones and[Read More…]
