CHICAGO – (ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2016. Governor Bruce Rauner, Lt. Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti and Illinois Department of Public Health Director Nirav D. Shah, M.D., J.D. today received their annual flu shots and are urging others to get theirs as well. The flu season typically begins in October and runs through May,[Read More…]
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Justice Department Reaches $4 Million Settlement with Wells Fargo Dealer Services for Illegally Repossessing Servicemembers’ Cars
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2016. The Justice Department announced today that Wells Fargo Bank N.A., doing business as Wells Fargo Dealer Services, has agreed to change its policies and pay over $4.1 million to resolve allegations that it violated the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) by repossessing 413 cars owned by[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama at Memorial Service for Former Israeli President Shimon Peres
Jerusalem, Israel–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2016 – 11:14 A.M. IDT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Zvia, Yoni, Chemi and generations of the Peres family; President Rivlin; Prime Minister Netanyahu; members of the Israeli government and the Knesset; heads of state and the government and guests from around the world, including President Abbas, whose presence here[Read More…]
Hillary Clinton Announces New National Service Reserve, A New Way for Young Americans to Come Together and Serve Their Communities
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2016. Today, as part of her larger national service platform, Hillary Clinton announced her plan to create a new National Service Reserve that will allow young Americans to serve their communities and their country. The Reserve will provide a vehicle for the sense of civic ownership and[Read More…]
USA Today Issues Its First-Ever Un-Endorsement for ‘Dangerous Demagogue’ Donald Trump
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–September 30, 2016 By Mark Sumner USA Today doesn’t do endorsements. They never have. In the 34-year history of USA TODAY, the Editorial Board has never taken sides in the presidential race. But this year, they’re having to alter that policy for the first time; Not to endorse a[Read More…]
Hillary Clinton Statement on Endorsement of Association of Flight Attendants
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–September 29, 2016. Today, after receiving the endorsement of the Association of Flight Attendants, Hillary Clinton issued the following statement: “For over 70 years, the Association of Flight Attendants has helped raise wages, benefits, and working conditions for its members all across – and above – America. Over the[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama Welcoming the 2016 USA Olympic and Paralympic Teams
President Barack Obama attempts his best split with the gold medal 2016 U.S. Olympic Women’s Gymnastics Team with First Lady Michelle Obama watching in the Map Room, prior to an event to welcome the 2016 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams to the White House to honor their participation and success[Read More…]
Trump Suffering from 20-Point ‘Nuclear War Gap’ in Swing States, as Clinton Leads Head-to-Head
Portland, Oregon—(ENEWSPF)—September 29, 2016. Polling commissioned by VoteVets, performed by Public Policy Polling, is showing a lead for Hillary Clinton in the presidential race in Colorado, Pennsylvania. Virginia, Florida, and North Carolina, with clear majorities saying she won the debates. Perhaps most stunningly, voters in those states overwhelmingly agree that[Read More…]
National Community Development Initiative Selects Chicago for $5 Million Grant
Grant supports Chicago’s investment in revitalizing and connecting public spaces Stony Island Arts Bank will serve as the pilot site in an initiative to foster civic engagement, economic opportunity and environmental sustainability. Photo by: Tom Harris. Copyright Hedrich Blessing. Courtesy of Rebuild Foundation CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–September 29, 2016 By: Ronia Holmes A[Read More…]
VA Announces $3.4 Million in Funding to Help the Homeless
Funds will enhance services for special needs homeless Veterans. WASHINGTON –(ENEWSPF)–September 29, 2016. Today, Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald announced the award of $3.4 million in grant funding offered through the Grant and Per Diem (GPD) Program to 16 community agencies that provide enhanced services for homeless Veterans[Read More…]
