Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—December 28, 2015. Today the Department of Defense forwarded to Congress a legislative proposal to reform the Uniform Code of Military Justice, the statutory framework of the military justice system. The proposal is based on the recommendations of the Military Justice Review Group, which conducted a detailed analysis of[Read More…]
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Harlem Globetrotters Icon – and Hall of Famer – Meadowlark Lemon Passes Away at 83
Globetrotters legend captured the hearts and imagination of countless fans worldwide ATLANTA–(ENEWSPF)–December 28, 2015 – George “Meadowlark” Lemon – known to many as the “Clown Prince of Basketball” with the Harlem Globetrotters – passed away yesterday in Scottsdale, Ariz., at the age of 83. Services are pending. During his 24[Read More…]
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Takes Action to Stop Illegal Debt Collection Lawsuit Mill
Order Would Bar Georgia Law Firm from Churning Out Illegal Collections Lawsuits and Require $3.1 Million Penalty WASHINGTON, D.C. — (ENEWSPF)–December 28, 2015. Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) filed a proposed consent order in federal court that would resolve a lawsuit against Frederick J. Hanna & Associates, a[Read More…]
Gigs Graphics! Art Exhibition Opens at Prairie State College Christopher Art Gallery Jan. 4
CHICAGO HEIGHTS–(ENEWSPF)–December 28, 2015. Prairie State College is hosting, “Gigs Graphics!” an exhibition of posters of music events from acclaimed Chicago area illustrators, designers and printers, Jan. 4 through 28, in the Christopher Art Gallery. The gallery is located on the college’s main campus at 202 S. Halsted St. in[Read More…]
CDC Year in Review: What’s Next?
Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–December 28, 2015. Today, CDC reviews the most pressing public health challenges of 2015 and previews plans for 2016. CDC has made significant strides combatting some of the biggest threats to Americans’ health, including infectious and chronic diseases. In 2015, CDC helped lead global efforts to slow Ebola transmissions[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of December 27, 2015 (Includes Podcast)
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—December 27, 2015. There is still time to nominate someone for inclusion in the Park Forest Hall of Fame. The Park Forest Historical Society is accepting nominations until December 30th. The official form, which must accompany the nomination, is available this week at the 1950s Park Forest House[Read More…]
6.3 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes 41km WSW of Ashkasham, Afghanistan – USGS
USGS-(ENEWSPF)- The United States Geological Survey reported a 6.3 magnitude earthquake centered in Afghanistan near the border of Pakistan. The quake struck on December 25, 2015, at 1:14:47 Chicago time. The epicenter was 41km (25mi) WSW of Ashkasham, Afghanistan; 48km (30mi) SSE of Jarm, Afghanistan; 49km (30mi) WSW of Ishkashim,[Read More…]
White House Weekly Address: Merry Christmas from the President and First Lady
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–December 25, 2015 THE PRESIDENT: Merry Christmas, everybody! This is one of our favorite times of the year in the Obama household, filled with family and friends, warmth and good cheer. That’s even true when I spend all night chasing Bo and Sunny away from the cookies we leave[Read More…]
THIS JUST IN: USDA Issues Permit for Santa’s Reindeer to Enter the U.S.
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–December 24, 2015. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) today issued a movement permit to Mr. S. Claus of the North Pole, a broker with Worldwide Gifts, Unlimited. The permit will allow reindeer to enter and exit the United States between the hours[Read More…]
Syria: UN Condemns Archaeological Destruction at Major World Heritage Site of Bosra
Ancient City of Bosra, Syrian, World Heritage site. Photo: ©UNESCO/Véronique Dauge SYRIA–(ENEWSPF)–24 December 2015 – The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) today condemned the destruction of parts of the ancient Syrian city of Bosra in fighting two days ago, alerting the world art market to potential[Read More…]
