The Fraud Caused the Ninth Largest Bank Failure with Estimated Losses in Excess Of $677 Million Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2015. A jury convicted Ebrahim Shabudin yesterday of seven felony counts of conspiracy, securities fraud and other corporate fraud offenses stemming from the failure of United Commercial Bank (UCB), announced U.S.[Read More…]
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Texas Man Pleads Guilty to Falsifying a Wildlife Document Related to the Sale of Horns from a Black Rhino
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2015. John A. Brommel, 53, a resident of Austin, Texas, and the owner of a taxidermy business, pleaded guilty today to violating the Lacey Act’s false labeling provision by knowingly selling horns from a black rhinoceros to non-Texas residents and falsifying the bill of sale to conceal[Read More…]
Cincinnati Man Sentenced for Operating Sex Trafficking Scheme in Ohio and Kentucky
Defendant Used Violent Assaults and Physical Restraints to Compel Young Women to Engage in Prostitution for the Defendant’s Profit Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2015. Senior U.S. District Judge John G. Heyburn II of the Western District of Kentucky sentenced Cincinnati resident, Christopher Hisle, 45, to serve 180 months in prison and[Read More…]
Lawsuit Filed to Protect Rare Colorado, Utah Wildflowers Threatened by Oil Shale Mining
Records show Fish and Wildlife Service conceded to habitat destruction demanded by industry under the guise of “conservation” A Graham’s beardtongue (Penstemon grahamii). The Graham’s and White River beardtongues have been waiting for Endangered Species Act protection since 1975 and 1983 respectively. Kevin Megown / U.S. Forest Service Denver, CO[Read More…]
The Theatre School at DePaul University Presents ‘The Duchess of Malfi’
The Theatre School at DePaul University will present “The Duchess of Malfi”’ by John Webster at the Fullerton Stage Theatre. The production, directed by Lavina Jadhwani, premieres on April 17 and runs through April 26. (The Theatre School Image) CHICAGO —(ENEWSPF)—March 26, 2015. The Theatre School at DePaul University will[Read More…]
VIVID to Feature Chicago College for Performing Arts Symphony Orchestra and York High School Musicians
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2015. The Roosevelt University Symphony Orchestra will be joined by string musicians from York Community High School during the University’s annual VIVID showcase being presented on March 30 in Elmhurst and on April 1 at the Auditorium Theatre in Chicago. Led by Chicago College of Performing Arts (CCPA)[Read More…]
Senators Wyden, Heinrich Introduce Budget Amendment To Protect America’s Treasured Public Lands From Being Sold Off
WASHINGTON, D.C. –(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2015 – U.S. Senators Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) introduced an amendment to the Senate’s budget resolution that would protect America’s parks and public lands, including national forests, wildlife refuges, and conservation lands, from being sold off as a deficit reduction tactic. The amendment[Read More…]
Rep. Jan Schakowsky Statement on the Medicare Sustainable Growth Rate Bill
Washington, D.C. –(ENEWSPF)—March 26, 2015. I am a long-time supporter of efforts to prevent harmful Medicare physician cuts by eliminating the inaccurate Sustainable Growth Rate formula. I have repeatedly cosponsored and voted for legislation to prevent those cuts. In 2007, 2009 and 2010, with my support, the House voted to fully[Read More…]
Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Aerobars Due to Fall Hazard
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2015. Carbon Aerobar with Stem Recall Summary Name of product: Aerobars Bicycle Handlebars Hazard: The bolt used to affix the aerobars to the bicycle can loosen, posing a fall hazard to the rider. Remedy: View Details Replace Consumer Contact: Specialized Bicycle Components at (800) 722-4423 between 9[Read More…]
Statement From Mayor Emanuel On Governor Rauner’s Call On Cities To Pass Right To Work Zone Resolutions
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2015. “Governor Rauner is continuing his race to the bottom by asking cities like Chicago to pass ‘Right to Work’ zone resolutions. I will not support – and will oppose every step of the way – any such resolution in Chicago because I believe it directly threatens our[Read More…]
