Lost and Ant-Man Star to Premiere New Video at Rock Against the TPP Concert in San Diego WASHINGTON, DC –(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. Today, the Sierra Club released its new “Stop Toxic Trade Deals” video on the dangers two massive proposed trade deals — the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the[Read More…]
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Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report for Week Ending July 23, 2016
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—July 28, 2016 SEASONALLY ADJUSTED DATA In the week ending July 23, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 266,000, an increase of 14,000 from the previous week’s revised level. The previous week’s level was revised down by 1,000 from 253,000 to 252,000. The 4-week moving average[Read More…]
Iowa Proposes to Rein in Turtle Trapping
Would Limit Collection of Common Snapping, Painted, Softshell Turtles Common snapping turtle photo by Dakota L. DES MOINES, Iowa—(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. Iowa wildlife officials proposed today to restrict collection and killing of four species of wild turtles. The regulations, if finalized, would impose seasons, daily bag limits and possession limits[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan: Marion County Man Sentenced in Child Pornography Case
Chicago —(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. Attorney General Lisa Madigan announced yesterday that a Marion County man was sentenced to 40 years in prison for disseminating child pornography. Christopher L. Cook, 27, of Centralia, was sentenced by Marion County Judge Mark Stedelin after pleading guilty last month to two counts of distribution[Read More…]
Two Cases of Legionnaires’ Disease Identified in Adams County, Illinois
New admissions to Quincy Veterans’ Home halted SPRINGFIELD –(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) announced yesterday that two residents of the Quincy Veterans’ Home have been diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease. IDVA is working closely with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), the Adams County Health[Read More…]
U.S. State Dept. Updates Saudi Arabia Travel Warning, July 27, 2016
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 27, 2016. The Department of State recommends that U.S. citizens carefully consider the risks of travel to Saudi Arabia due to continuing ISIL (Da’esh) directed or inspired attacks across the Kingdom. Furthermore, continuing violence in neighboring countries such as Yemen has a high potential to spill over into Saudi[Read More…]
Indiana Gospel Singer Found Guilty of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor and Distribution of Child Pornography
ILLINOIS–(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. A jury has convicted a Muncie, Indiana, man of 19 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor and one count of distribution of child pornography, announced Assistant Attorney General Leslie R. Caldwell of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division and U.S. Attorney Jim Lewis of the Central District[Read More…]
DNCC Announces Final Night Line-Up for Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA –(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. The Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC) announced the program for the final day of the Democratic National Convention being held in Philadelphia from July 25 to July 28. The night will end with Hillary Clinton’s acceptance of the Democratic Party’s nomination. In Philadelphia, Democrats have[Read More…]
Separating Myth From Fact: Drug Policy Alliance Releases New Marijuana Facts Booklet
Addresses Most Commonly-Asked Questions About Marijuana Use and Its Effects; Several States Preparing for Historic Votes on Marijuana Law Reform this November NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. Today, the Drug Policy Alliance released Marijuana Facts, intended for non-expert audiences seeking answers to some of the most common questions asked about marijuana[Read More…]
FDA Approves Adlyxin to Treat Type 2 Diabetes
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–July 28, 2016. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Adlyxin (lixisenatide), a once-daily injection to improve glycemic control (blood sugar levels), along with diet and exercise, in adults with type 2 diabetes. “The FDA continues to support the development of new drug therapies for diabetes management,” said[Read More…]
