Of the nation’s nearly 49 million tobacco users, most are smokers Atlanta, GA—(ENEWSPF)—November 9, 2017 By: CDC Media Relations About 1 in 5 U.S. adults used some form of tobacco product in 2015, according to new data published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Food[Read More…]
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First Lady Diana Rauner Announces “Cards for Heroes” Military Holiday Card Drive
As Veterans Day approaches, the First Lady and the USO of Illinois encourages Illinoisans to remember military members serving throughout the world SPRINGFIELD –(ENEWSPF)—November 9, 2017 By: Rosemary Piser Illinois’ First Lady Diana Rauner announced the 2017 Holiday Card Drive for the Military. The card drive is done in partnership[Read More…]
Park Forest Announces Permanent Parking Change on Ash Street Taking Effect Monday, Nov. 13
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 9, 2017 The Village of Park Forest has announced permanent parking changes on Ash Street relating to how motorists park along the street. The changes take effect on Monday, November 13 at 6 a.m. Cars parked on the south side of Ash Street will now be required[Read More…]
Illinois Dept. of Employment Security Highlights State of Illinois Services as Veterans Day Approaches
Springfield, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 9, 2017 By: Rosemary Piser With Veterans being honored this weekend during Veterans’ Day events, the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is reminding veterans of the many services offered to them through the state’s agencies. All Veterans are eligible to receive employment assistance at any of the[Read More…]
High Levels of Lead Found in Fidget Spinners
Lab results indicate unhealthy amounts of lead in popular toys available nationwide Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—November 9, 2017 By: Kara Cook-Schultz, U.S. PIRG Education Fund U.S PIRG Education Fund found fidget spinners with high levels of lead for sale at Target stores across the country. Parents and consumers need to know about[Read More…]
Jewish Activists, Partners Condemn Governor Rauner, ADL #DeadlyExchange of U.S.-Israel Police Training
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—November 8, 2017 By: Michael Deheeger, Jewish Voice for Peace Exactly one year since Donald Trump was elected, and one week after Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner pledged to increase “intelligence cooperation” with Israel, Jewish Voice for Peace-Chicago members and partners from the Palestinian and immigrant justice community staged a protest[Read More…]
OshKosh Recalls Certain Baby B’gosh Quilted Jackets Due to Choking Hazard
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—November 9, 2017 By: Rosemary Piser OshKosh B’gosh Inc. of Atlanta, Georgia is recalling certain Baby B’gosh pink and gray quilted children’s jackets. The snaps of the jacket can detach and pose a choking hazard. OshKosh has received three reports of a snap detaching, including one report of a[Read More…]
Representative Riley Will Not Seek Re-election In 2018
Olympia Fields, IL-(ENEWSPF)- State Representative Al Riley announced in September that he will not seek re-election in 2018, thus ending six terms representing the 38th District in Springfield. Riley came to the House in January 2007. One of his main goals was to focus on the development of the south suburban[Read More…]
Marian Catholic Students From Park Forest Earn Top Honors
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forest students were among those who earned a spot on the school’s Honor Roll for Marian Catholic’s first quarter reporting period. The school year began August 16, 2017 with Freshman Orientation. All students reported for a half day of classes on Friday, August 18, and full[Read More…]
Park Forest Police Investigate Death Of 13-year-old Boy
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- A 13-year-old boy was found “in distress” last Wednesday by his father as the result of an apparent suicide attempt. The young teen died Saturday, according to Park Forest Police. According to a statement issued by the department, Police were dispatched to an address on the 400[Read More…]
