CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)—September 3, 2015. As a new school year begins, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today warned prospective students about the perils of for-profit colleges and called on the U.S. Department of Education to use its full authority to end abusive practices and improve student outcomes. While for-profit colleges enroll[Read More…]
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NFL Statement on Decision to Courts Decision to Nullify Tom Brady Suspension
NFL to appeal ruling NEW YORK—(ENEWSPF)—September 3, 2015. Statement from Commissioner Roger Goodell: We are grateful to Judge Berman for hearing this matter, but respectfully disagree with today’s decision. We will appeal today’s ruling in order to uphold the collectively bargained responsibility to protect the integrity of the game. The[Read More…]
Americans for Safe Access Medical Marijuana Workshop at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church on Tuesday, September 8
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)– September 3, 2015. Americans for Safe Access will host a series of Medical Marijuana Workshops at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC), 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest. The first workshop will be held on Tuesday, September 8 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The topic of this[Read More…]
Unitarian Universalist Community Church to Host Medical Cannabis Education Association Meeting on Sunday, September 6
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—September 3, 2015. The Unitarian Universalist Community Church (UUCC), 70 Sycamore Drive, Park Forest, will host the Medical Cannabis Education Association meeting on Sunday, September 6 at noon in Classroom 1. This month’s topics will be: Appetite stimulation, and State & Federal bills. The meeting is free and[Read More…]
Illinois House Overrides Governor’s Veto of the Heroin Crisis Bill in a Step toward Rebuilding Illinois’ Failed System
Springfield, IL–(ENEWSPF)–September 3, 2015. In a vote of 105-5, the Illinois House of Representatives voted to override Governor Rauner’s amendatory veto of HB1, the Heroin Crisis Bill, which was filed in response to the growing problem of opioid overdose and addiction in Illinois. The bill had previously passed unanimously in[Read More…]
What’s Your Story? Professional Women’s Network Smart Chick’s Event Features Four Amazing Authors
(Graphic Supplied) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- What Is Your Story? An accomplished panel of published authors will discuss how they found their story at the annual Professional Women’s Network Smart Chicks Luncheon to be held Thursday, Oct. 8 from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. at Balagios, 17501 Dixie Highway, Homewood, Ill. Smart Chick panelists include Sara Eckel,[Read More…]
Sheriff Dart & Providers Call on Springfield to End Cuts to Kids and Communities as School Year Begins
Afterschool services have been shut down across the state and working families are being denied childcare. Youth development and public safety are being harmed as a result. Chicago, IL –-(ENEWSPF)–September 3, 2015. Sheriff Tom Dart, flanked by providers and youth, hosted a press conference this morning at the Cook County[Read More…]
Stunning Photos That’ll Make You Want to Visit Alaska
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 3, 2015. The Department of Interior is featuring some of the spectacular places in America’s Last Frontier: Alaska. The state’s national parks, wildlife refuges and other public lands are rich and varied — offering something for every visitor. While it’s hard to pick just one must-see place in[Read More…]
Main Street Music Fest on Saturday of Park Forest Art Fair
The Tom Mac Group will lead off the performances on September 19. (Photo: Facebook) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Village of Park Forest, in conjunction with the 60th Annual Park Forest Art Fair, will host a music festival on Saturday, September 19, 2015 from noon – 6 p.m. The lineup of[Read More…]
Civilians in Syria Suffering ‘a Living Tragedy’ with No End in Sight, UN Human Rights Expert Warns
In the Tishreen camp for displaced persons in Aleppo, Syria, residents go about their daily lives. Photo: UNICEF/Razan Rashidi GENEVA–(ENEWSPF)–3 September 2015 – With nearly half Syria’s population now displaced or made refugees by a “protracted and chaotic” conflict, the head of a United Nations-mandated human rights inquiry today warned[Read More…]
