Madigan, Part of 29-Member Coalition, Cites Federal National Climate Assessment that Found Impacts of Climate Change Pollution “Increasingly Threaten Health & Well-Being of American People” Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Citing the findings of the recently released “Fourth National Climate Assessment,” Attorney General Lisa Madigan – part of a coalition of 29 states,[Read More…]
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Attorney General Madigan Opposes Federal Government’s Latest Attack on Legal Immigration
Administration’s proposed overhaul of immigration laws would force legal immigrants to risk their immigration status in order to access healthcare, housing assistance & other programs Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Attorney General Lisa Madigan and a coalition of attorneys general and attorneys general-elect opposed the federal government’s latest effort to attack, demonize and[Read More…]
Former Jefferson County School Administrator Sentenced to Prison for Theft & Misconduct
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Attorney General Lisa Madigan announced a former school administrator was sentenced to prison for embezzling more than $100,000 from a Jefferson County school district. Sabrina Wheatley, 57, was sentenced to 15 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections and ordered to pay more than $380,000 in restitution for stealing[Read More…]
Congresswoman Kelly to Introduce Cybersecurity Legislation for Government-Purchased Internet-Connected Devices
Washington, DC-(ENEWSPF)- This week, Congresswoman Robin Kelly, ranking member of the IT subcommittee, will introduce legislation to address cyber vulnerabilities created by the adoption of Internet-connected devices, commonly called ‘IoT’ or the ‘Internet of Things.’ “As the government continues to purchase and use more and more internet-connected devices, we must[Read More…]
Congresswoman Kelly Elected to Democratic Leadership Post
Washington, DC-(ENEWSPF)- Congresswoman Robin Kelly was unanimously elected as the Region IV representative to the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee. “I am deeply humbled and grateful to my neighbors and colleagues for this vote of confidence in me. I will work hard to put the bread-and-butter issues that matter to[Read More…]
Action for Dental Health Act Advances to President Trump’s Desk
Legislation increases access to oral and dental health services for American communities Washington, DC-(ENEWSPF)- The U.S. House passed the bipartisan Action for Dental Health Act on November 29. This bipartisan legislation, introduced by Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL) and Congressman Mike Simpson, DMD (R-ID), to provide essential oral and dental health services[Read More…]
Wheels Begin Turning for Shabbona Drive Makeover
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The wheels are turning for a Shabbona Drive makeover from Sauk Trail to Indianwood Boulevard. In November, the Village Board approved a resolution to appropriate $233,170 in Motor Fuel Tax funds for preliminary/design engineering costs associated with improvements for Shabbona Drive. This phase of the project will[Read More…]
Incredibles 2, Dulcimer Concert Among This Week’s Events at the Park Forest Library
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- On tap this week at the Park Forest Library, look for Incredibles 2 and a Holiday Dulcimer Concert. These events are above and beyond the usual services the library provides. There are technology services, including access to public computers, printing, free Wi-Fi, and more; studying and meeting rooms available;[Read More…]
Cook County Board President, Commissioners Sworn In
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle was sworn in for her third term of office December 3, 2018, by Chief Judge Timothy Evans. Preckwinkle was reelected to her position after running unopposed in the November 6 election. Cook County saw a 29.1% voter turnout, with 450,143 ballots cast[Read More…]
Marian Catholic Names Concession Stands After Middleton Family
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Since the middle 1990s, Marian Catholic has been very fortunate to be blessed with the presence and influence of Drew, Valerie, and the entire Middleton family. Bringing her talents from St. Liborius in Steger, Ill. When her four young sons, Erick ’98, Roderick ’01, Cedrick ’03 and[Read More…]
