From the Chicago Tribune: Police have arrested two men who authorities said forced their way into a Carpentersville home, bound a couple and their 5-year-old child and then took the child with them while they took money out of the couple’s bank account. Police said Antonio Espino, 22, of the[Read More…]
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Actor Dennis Hopper Dying of Cancer
From CNN: If Dennis Hopper attends the dedication of his star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame Friday, it may be the last time his fans see the actor alive. Hopper is dying of prostate cancer, according to documents filed in his divorce case this week. Hopper, 73, is too weak[Read More…]
Representative Slaughter Statement on Technical Fixes to Reconciliation Bill
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2010. Congresswoman Louise M. Slaughter (D-NY) managed the debate on the rule to bring to a vote the fixes to the health care reconciliation package. Below are her remarks. Madam. Speaker the disturbing atmosphere that we’ve seen around the Capitol recently is alarming. The rash of ominous[Read More…]
C. H. Guenther & Son, Inc. Announces Amended Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Several Additional Products That Contain Pepper
San Antonio, TX–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2010 – C. H. Guenther & Son, Inc. today announced a voluntary recall of additional products containing a pepper ingredient that may have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The following products are in addition to products announced earlier in press releases dated 3/17/200 and[Read More…]
C. H. Guenther & Son, Inc. Announces Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Chilli Man Seasoning Mix
San Antonio, TX–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2010 – C. H. Guenther & Son, Inc.today announced a voluntary recall of Chilli Man Branded Seasoning Mix because it contains a pepper ingredient that may have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. This recall does not involve any Chilli Man Brand canned chili products.[Read More…]
March is Problem Gambling Month
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2010. Illinois agencies that regulate gaming in Illinois recognize that for some people the fun and excitement of winning a little extra money at the races, casinos, or by playing the lottery can become unhealthy. But, it may be difficult to tell in some cases whether or not[Read More…]
ISAC Partners With Fifth Third Bank For College Smart Fair
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2010. The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is pleased to announce its partnership with Fifth Third Bank to present the College Smart Fair, April 23-24, at the University of Illinois Chicago Student Center East. The two-day event is part of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago’s Money Smart[Read More…]
Illinois Department of Insurance Highlights Near-Term Changes Resulting From National Health Insurance Reform
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2010. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (the “Act”) signed by President Obama on March 23, 2010, will fundamentally improve the performance, transparency and accountability of health insurers and health insurance products in Illinois. Many significant reforms—including the requirement that health insurance companies cover all individuals regardless[Read More…]
New National Survey Shows that More than a Quarter of Youth aged 12 to 20 Drank Alcohol in the Past Month
Rockville, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2010. More than a quarter of youth aged 12-20 (27.6 percent) drank alcohol in the past month, according to a survey by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The study shows that the underage drinking rates were as high as 40 percent in some[Read More…]
Lennox Hearth Products Recalls Vent-Free Gas Logs and Fireplaces Due to Gas Leak and Fire Hazards
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2010. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of product: Superior VFGL Vent-Free Gas Log Sets and VF Vent-Free Fireplaces[Read More…]
