Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) Despite rising core expenses, seniors, veterans, and Americans with disabilities to receive only 0.3 percent COLA increase in 2017 after facing a zero COLA in 2016 Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) and Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) today renewed their call for Congress to[Read More…]
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Husqvarna Recalls Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard
Husqvarna mower Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016 Recall Summary Name of product: Lawn mowers Hazard: The operator presence control bar can malfunction and cause the engine and blades to continue to operate when they should shut off, posing a laceration hazard to the operator. Consumer Contact: Call Husqvarna toll-free at 877-257-6921[Read More…]
Sherwood Marketing Recalls 3 Squares Rice and Slow Cookers Due to Fire, Electric Shock Hazards
TIM3 MACHIN3 20-cup cooker, model /3RC-9010S Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016 Recall Summary Name of product: 3 Squares rice and slow cookers Hazard: The rice/slow cooker’s improperly installed wiring can cause electrical shorting in the unit, posing fire and electric shock hazards. Consumer Contact: 3 Squares at 800-390-0249 from 9 a.m.[Read More…]
Decommissioning Dams on the Klamath River to Restore Resilience and Long-term River, Community Health
The Elwha Dam removal project. Photo by Kate Benkert, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. OREGON–(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016 By: John Bezdek, Senior Advisor to the Deputy Secretary, U.S.Department of the Interior In the United States, dams can provide numerous benefits, including water supply, hydropower, and flood protection. Dams are also an[Read More…]
South Suburban College Honors Tutors on “Make a Difference Day”
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. On Saturday, October 22, volunteers from across the country will come together with a single purpose: to improve the lives of others. In its 25th year, Make A Difference Day is one of the largest days of community service worldwide. Make A Difference Day[Read More…]
Registration in Progress for Spring 2017 Classes at South Suburban College
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. Open Registration for the Spring 2017 Semester at South Suburban College (SSC) is in progress. Spring classes begin Monday, January 17, at the college’s Main Campus and Oak Forest Center. The deadline to submit an application for financial aid for the Spring semester[Read More…]
50 Advocacy Orgs Urge Justice Department to Investigate Police Use of Face Recognition
Coalition Letter and Report Highlight Impact on Communities of Color WASHINGTON —(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. Fifty national civil rights, civil liberties, faith, and privacy organizations sent a letter today to the Justice Department urging it to investigate the increasing use and impact of face recognition by police. The letter, sent in partnership with[Read More…]
Poll Shows Gap Between Parent Views and Expert Assessments of the Quality of U.S. Child Care
Cost and availability of child care are major challenges for parents Boston, MA –(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. A new NPR/Robert Wood Johnson Foundation/Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health poll suggests a major gap between parents’ views and research experts’ assessments of the quality of child care in the U.S. Most[Read More…]
Hillary for America Releases New Video: Ryan
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016. In advance of the third Presidential debate, Hillary for America is releasing a new video highlighting Hillary Clinton’s friendship with Ryan Moore, a South Sioux City, Nebraska resident, who has a rare form of dwarfism. Ryan will be a guest of the campaign at the presidential[Read More…]
The FAHF — Fashion and Arts Humanity Fete Awards 2016 on Saturday, November 12
Chicago, IL.—(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2016 – The Arts of Humanity (The AofH) via its new AofH Production division announced today the complete lineup for The FAHF Awards 2016 . Shining the spotlight on creative Do-Gooders, The FAHF Awards will be filmed on November 12, 2016 at JBTV Studios. “I’m so excited[Read More…]
