Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Welcome to the first “Kopy’s Kolumn,” which I hope to publish daily. Look here for stories that only require a few sentences and not the usual 300 words or so. Plus, notification of events in and around town. Something extra. The picture for this column was taken[Read More…]
Analysis
Despite a 5-9 Start, Positivity Still Looms for the Cubs
Miami, FL-(ENEWSPF)- The Cubs (5-9), coming off a loss 6-5 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday, ended with a questionable check-swing strikeout by Cubs’ left-fielder Kyle Schwarber to end the Northsiders rally and the game. Tonight, the Cubs are in Miami to open a three-game series on Jackie[Read More…]
And So This Is Christmas
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- In whatever way you might celebrate at this time of the year, we wish you Happy Holidays. Merry Christmas to our Christian brothers and sisters. A belated Happy Hanukkah to our Jewish brothers and sisters. For African Americans and those in the African diaspora who will observe[Read More…]
6 File to Run for Park Forest Mayor; 2 May Have Trouble Staying on the Ballot
Correction regarding Mae Brandon’s petition packet below. An objection to her packet would not be sustained. Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Six people have filed petition packets to run for Park Forest Mayor. Two of the six appear to have problems with their packets. If challenged, they may very well not make[Read More…]
SD 163: Home of the Richest Superintendent in Illinois
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- If we go strictly on how much Dr. Joyce Carmine takes home annually from Park Forest-Chicago Heights School District 163, then we must conclude she is the richest superintendent in Illinois. Dr. Carmine’s salary, approved in January, is $120,000. To keep her pension, however, she can only work[Read More…]
The FBI Asks the Public’s Help on Assassination Attempts of Prominent Democrats
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- The FBI has issued several official updates on the suspicious packages that were sent to prominent Democrats. The actions amount to assassination attempts, and President Trump needs to step up, take responsibility for his rhetoric, and act “Presidential.” Mayor John Ostenburg of Park Forest, IL, issued the following statement[Read More…]
Plan to Close Talala School in Limbo for a Time Indefinite
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- In the end, Crete-Monee School District 201-U’s “Future Ready 2022” plan was never going to move forward Tuesday night at Talala School. The plan to close Talala School is officially “in limbo.” The district held its monthly meeting, but had reached consensus on suspending “the procurement of[Read More…]
Human Rights Watch: Don’t Approve Kavanaugh Nomination
Unresolved Allegations and Concerns Should be Disqualifying Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)—October 5, 2018 Contact: Nicole Austin-Hillery The United States Senate should not confirm the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the US Supreme Court, Human Rights Watch said yesterday in a letter to US senators. It is the first time in its[Read More…]
Chicago Council of Lawyers Releases its 2018 Judicial Evaluations for Judges Seeking Retention and Judicial Candidates Seeking to Fill Vacancies
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—October 4, 2018 Contact: Malcolm Rich Judges make all kinds of decisions, from the very personal, such as child custody decisions, to those with much broader impact. The decisions that judges make affect our lives, both directly and indirectly, often for many years to come. We never know when a[Read More…]
Premiums for Employer-Sponsored Family Health Coverage Rise 5% to Average $19,616; Single Premiums Rise 3% to $6,896
Burden of Deductibles for Covered Workers Has Tripled Since 2008, Growing 8 Times Faster Than Wages CALIFORNIA—(ENEWSPF)—October 4, 2018 Contacts: Craig Palosky and Sue Ducat Annual family premiums for employer-sponsored health insurance rose 5 percent to average $19,616 this year, extending a seven-year run of moderate increases, finds the 2018[Read More…]