Washingotn, DC–(ENEWSPF)–April 29, 2015 – 1:012 P.M. EDT MR. EARNEST: Good afternoon, everybody. Nice to see you. It’s very quiet and calm in here today. Why don’t we see if we can keep it that way. (Laughter.) Q We’d your appreciate your efforts. MR. EARNEST: I will. I will reciprocate. [Read More…]
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Indiana Woman Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–April 29, 2015. Today, the filing of an Information charging Alicia Keir, 24, of Demotte, Indiana, with involuntary manslaughter for the death of her newborn child by failing to summon medical attention, announced U.S. Attorney David Capp for the Northern District of Indiana. On October 10, 2011, Keir was[Read More…]
Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch Statement on the Ongoing Situation in Baltimore, April 29, 2015
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–April 29, 2015. Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch released the following statement regarding the ongoing situation in Baltimore: I’d first like to address the ongoing situation in Baltimore and the actions that we here at the department are taking to address it. I have been in direct contact with[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama Celebrating the 2015 National Teacher of the Year
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–April 29, 2015 – 11:30 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Welcome to the White House, everybody. Please have a seat. This is one of my favorite days because it gives us a chance to acknowledge some folks who so often are giving so much and, let’s face it, aren’t[Read More…]
U.S. State Dept. Updates Iraq Travel Warning, April 29, 2015
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–April 29, 2015. The Department of State warns U.S. citizens against all but essential travel to Iraq. Travel within Iraq remains dangerous given the security situation. The Embassy in Baghdad and the Consulates General in Basrah and Erbil are open and operating. This Travel Warning supersedes the Travel Warning dated[Read More…]
River Grove Man Sentenced To 36 Months For Impersonating A United States Marshal Service Employee
CHICAGO —(ENEWSPF)–April 29, 2015. A River Grove man was sentenced to 3 years in prison today as a result of his conviction for impersonating an employee of the U.S. Marshals Service on two occasions in 2013. The defendant, ROBERT P. ROZYCKI, 39, pledguilty to the offense in November 2014. U.S.[Read More…]
Black Disciples Gang Leader Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison For Drug Distribution
CHICAGO —(ENEWSPF)–April 29, 2015. A high-ranking leader of the Black Disciples street gang was sentenced today to 15 years in federal prison after being convicted of narcotics distribution. The defendant, WALTER BLACKMAN, 52, of Gary, Indiana, pleaded guilty in August 2014 to distribution of illegal narcotics. Today’s sentence was imposed[Read More…]
Chicago Man Sentenced To 7 1/2 Years For Identity Theft For Purposes Of Filing False Tax Returns
CHICAGO —(ENEWSPF)–April 29, 2015. A Chicago man was sentenced yesterday to 90 months in federal prison by U.S. District Court Judge Edmond E. Chang for his role in a scheme involving theft of hundreds of identities which were used to file approximately 395 false and fictitious tax returns claiming refunds[Read More…]
Ford Recalls 336,873 Vehicles, April 29, 2015
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—April 29, 2015 SUMMARY: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured July 1, 2012, to May 31, 2013, and 2012-2014 Fiesta vehicles manufactured February 1, 2012, to May 31, 2013. A component within the door latches may break making[Read More…]
Whistler Recalls Jump&Go Portable Jumpstart and Power Supply Units Due to Fire Hazard
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–April 29, 2015 Recalled Whistler Jump&Go jumpstarter power supply Recall Summary Name of product: Portable jumpstart power supplies Hazard: The jumpstart’s lithium battery can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Remedy: View Details Replace Consumer Contact: [Read More…]
