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…]
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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…]
Police Say Calm Masters Tai Chi Master
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Police in Park Forest found themselves up against a “self-proclaimed Tai Chi Master” who apparently was not kidding, according to police. By calmly working with the man, officers were able to de-escalate the situation, police said in a statement. Earlier Monday, January 17, police were fingerprinting a[Read More…]
Munster Woman Ordered to Pay Over $80,000 in Restitution To Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Trustee
Hammond, IN-(ENEWSPF)- Mary Lois Cossey, age 55, of Munster, Indiana, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Philip P. Simon following her August 2021 plea of guilty to one count of wire fraud, announced United States Attorney Clifford D. Johnson. (See Mary Cossey of Munster Enters Guilty Plea 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…]
