From the Chicago Tribune: A winter storm watch has been issued for late Monday when up to 10 inches of snow are expected to begin blanketing the area, officials from the National Weather Service said today. The snow may cover the area over a 24-hour period beginning late Monday, according[Read More…]
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Downstate Cops Post ‘Drug House’ Signs
Belleville, IL–(ENEWSPF)–he Belleville Police Department has a new tactic in fighting the drug trade in the city — signs pointing out to the public houses and apartments where police say drugs are sold. A sign placed outside an apartment building earlier in the week said in bold, red letters: “Warning![Read More…]
Man Pleads Not Guilty To Alleged Drug-Fueled Fatal Hit-And-Run
Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– A man who prosecutors say was driving in a drug-fueled haze pleaded not guilty Friday to striking and killing a 48-year-old Rogers Park woman and severely injuring her son in late December. Ralph Eubanks of the 1400 block of North Sedgwick was indicted Jan. 19 on one count[Read More…]
Who Ran Alaska? Sarah Palin, the Gift that Keeps on Giving (If You’re a Dem)
Commentary Sarah Palin: The gift that keeps on giving. From the Chicago Sun-Times: E-mails shed new light on Todd Palin’s role while his wife was Alaska’s governor, showing that the one-time oil field worker’s advice was sought on board appointments and suggesting he was close to matters related to state[Read More…]
Prostitute at Center Of Scott Lee Cohen Scandal: Lt. Gov. Nominee Not Fit To Hold Office (Story and Video with Mayor Daley)
View more news videos at: http://www.nbcchicago.com/video. Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– From the Chicago Sun-Times: A convicted prostitute who accused Democratic Lt. Governor nominee Scott Lee Cohen of threatening her with a knife told the Chicago Sun-Times today she “does not believe he is fit to hold any public office.’’ The statement, issued[Read More…]
UNICEF Executive Director Ann M. Veneman Visits Quake Struck Port-au-Prince
Port-Au-Prince, Haiti–(ENEWSPF)– UNICEF Executive Director Ann M. Veneman visited Haiti’s capital city of Port-au-Prince, which was devastated by the January 12 earthquake. “Haiti, the most impoverished country in the Americas, has suffered a catastrophic tragedy,” said Veneman. “Many lives have been lost and homes, schools, hospitals and businesses were destroyed.[Read More…]
G7 MustTake on Emergency Recovery Plan for Haiti, Global Economic Crisis
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– G7 finance ministers meeting in Canada this weekend must agree to a Financial Transaction Tax to leverage billions needed to help poor nations deal with the impact of the global economic crisis, international agency Oxfam International said today. The G7 ministers and central bankers who are meeting in[Read More…]
South Suburban Haiti Relief Fund Event, March 5th and 6th at Freedom Hall
The South Suburban Haiti Relief Fund will be March 5 and 6. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL.–(ENEWSPF)– Leaders in the southern suburbs are coming together to raise money for Haiti following a devastating earthquake that claimed thousands last month. A South Suburban Haiti Relief Fund Event will take place March[Read More…]
Marian Catholic Going Green
As new lights are installed and tested by PADD Electrical, Inc., the west gym becomes brighter and brighter. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Marian Catholic High School community has embarked on a plan to reduce its carbon footprint as recommended by the ad hoc Environmental Committee of the Board[Read More…]
Distinguished Lecture on The Freedom Movement by the Reverend Dr. Albert Sampson
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Reverend Dr. Albert Sampson will present “The Freedom Movement” as part of the Distinguished Lecture series at Governors State University on February 17, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., in Engbretson Hall. Dr. Sampson is known for his leadership in the civil rights movement of the 1950s[Read More…]
