Statistics and soldiers’ testimonies reveal a harrowing epidemic of sexual assault in the US military. Sexual assault within the ranks of the military is not a new problem. It is a systemic problem that has necessitated that the military conduct its own annual reporting on the crisis. A 2003 Air[Read More…]
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Tax Season Starts on Time for Most Taxpayers; Those Affected by Late Tax Breaks Can File in Mid- to Late February
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– Following the recent tax law changes, the Internal Revenue Service announced today the upcoming tax season will start on time for most people, but taxpayers affected by three recently reinstated deductions need to wait until mid- to late February to file their individual tax returns. In addition, taxpayers[Read More…]
Walgreens Contribution Helps Exceed Lifeline Appeal Goal
More than $650,000 raised in 50 days, thanks to community support Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Walgreens contribution of $25,000 to the Howard Brown Health Center’s Lifeline Appeal campaign brings the campaign’s total donations to more than $650,000 and ensures the center will remain open. “We are extremely grateful to Walgreens for its generosity[Read More…]
Howard Brown Health Center Exceeds Lifeline Appeal Goal
More than $650,000 raised in 50 days, thanks to community support Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Broad community support from more than 1,400 donors delivered a miracle lifeline to Howard Brown Health Center, which announced today that it received donations of more than $650,000 since launching its Lifeline Appeal 50 days ago. Capping day-50 of[Read More…]
New Year Will See Some Old First Amendment Issues
Commentary Inside the First Amendment By Gene Policinski First Amendment Center vice president/executive director Welcome, 2011, and all that you offer as a New Year: a chance for a fresh start and the promise of new opportunities. But it’s fair to say that in terms of the First Amendment, you’re[Read More…]
Religious Rights Aren’t Conferred By Majority Rule
Commentary Inside the First Amendment By Gene Policinski First Amendment Center vice president/executive director When we’re in the majority, we generally get our way — from the playground to Congress. But our basic rights as citizens don’t depend on having one more vote or legislative seat than someone else. There’s[Read More…]
Furniture Donations Have Helped Sertoma Centre Fulfill Their Mission
As it is for most of us, independent living represents personal success for Derrick Hudson. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Alsip, IL–(ENEWSPF)– It is always wonderful to hear about a happy ending, especially around the holidays. Little did a family know when they donated their used furniture to Sertoma Centre’s Good as New[Read More…]
January Lectures for Southland Community Associates of the Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Southland Community Associates of the Art Institute of Chicago invites the residents of the Southland area to the Wednesdays in January Lecture Series. The programs will be held at the Art Institute of Chicago, 111 South Michigan, in Fullerton Hall at 10:45 A.M. January 5, 2011 will feature[Read More…]
In 2011, Many Tax Benefits Increase Slightly Due to Inflation Adjustments
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– In 2011, personal exemptions and standard deductions will rise and tax brackets will widen due to inflation, the Internal Revenue Service announced today. These inflation adjustments relate to eight tax provisions that were either modified or extended by the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization and Job Creation Act[Read More…]
Help PF Baseball Raise Funds By Eating Dinner Or Lunch
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Park Forest Baseball is holding their December fundraiser this week at Al’s Beef/Nancy’s Pizza, located at 551 West Lincoln Hwy in Chicago Heights. Beginning Sunday, December 26 and running through Friday, December 31st, you can help PF Baseball receive a percentage back on your bill when you[Read More…]
