Washington, D.C. —(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2017. The Trump administration is currently deciding whether the United States will remain in the Paris Agreement and stand by its climate commitments. The upcoming meetings of international forums—including the G-7 and G-20—will provide some clarity on the new U.S. role in the global climate effort and[Read More…]
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New Analysis: Crime, Violence, and Murder Remain Near Historic Lows
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2017.l Crime rates have dropped dramatically and remain near historic lows, despite localized increases in some places, according to a new report from the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law analyzing data from the last quarter-century. In Crime Trends: 1990-2016, a team of economics[Read More…]
Counter-ISIS Strikes Continue in Syria, Iraq, April 18, 2017
SOUTHWEST ASIA–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2017 — U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 23 strikes consisting of 75 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today. Officials reported details of yesterday’s strikes, noting that assessments of results are[Read More…]
Rally for Saucedo Special Education Teacher Sarah Chambers Tuesday, April 18
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2017. Statement on Protest of CPS’ Removal of Distinguished Special Education Teacher & GSA Liaison Sarah Chambers: Over 100 parents, students and community members are expected to gather Tuesday afternoon, April 18 at 4 p.m. at Saucedo Elementary school, 2850 West 24th Blvd., to demand that Chicago Public Schools[Read More…]
March for Science Organizers Detail Plans for Global Events, Including Flagship March in the Nation’s Capital on April 22
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2017. International organizers of the world’s first-ever March for Science have set the stage for the flagship event in Washington, DC, co-organized by the Earth Day Network, as well as the more than 400 coordinated events happening across the world on April 22. The event will be[Read More…]
100 Drug Policy Researchers and Allies Will Take to the Streets of D.C. for National Science March
Researchers Call on Trump Administration to Ground Drug Policy in Facts and Science Instead of Fear and Stigma Drug Researchers Join Satellite Marches Across the Country Washington, DC. – (ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2017. On April 22, 2017, dozens of drug policy researchers and their allies will leave their colleges and universities[Read More…]
Coalition for a Community Benefits Agreement for Obama Library Holds Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, April 18
CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)—April 18, 2017. Community members affected by the development of the Obama Library will testify at a town hall meeting this evening, April 18, organized by the Obama Library CBA Coalition. The town hall meeting will begin at 6:00 PM at Hyde Park Academy High School Auditorium (6220 S.[Read More…]
Earth Awareness Activities Coming to South Suburban College April 19th
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)–April 17, 2017. The South Suburban College Sustainability Committee is pleased to announce its annual Earth Awareness Day Expo to be held on Wednesday, April 19, 2017, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Main Campus in South Holland. The expo is free of charge and[Read More…]
South Suburban College Coach John Pigatti Recipient of 2017 Jack Bennett Man of the Year Award
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)–April 17, 2017. South Suburban College’s John Pigatti is the recipient of the 2017 Jack Bennett Man of the Year Award. Pigatti continues to excel at South Suburban College in Illinois. He led the program to the NJCAA Division II Final Four for the second consecutive season[Read More…]
Roosevelt University Reinforces Support for Dreamers with Trump Letter and Scholarships
Abel Amezcua, a Roosevelt admission counselor who speaks Spanish and frequently works with prospective undocumented students and their parents CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 17, 2017. In a letter to Donald Trump, Roosevelt University President Ali Malekzadeh has joined more than 560 college and university presidents across the nation in signaling support for undocumented[Read More…]
