WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen (D-TN) introduced legislation in Congress today that would establish a federal commission to review current marijuana policies and explore ways to resolve the conflict between federal laws prohibiting marijuana and state laws that make marijuana legal for medical or personal adult use.[Read More…]
Day: April 18, 2013
Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Office of Justice Programs Mary Lou Leary Speaks at the National African American Drug Policy Coalition National Spring 2013 Summit
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. Thank you very much, Judge Burnett. I’m delighted to be here – and it’s terrific to see you again, Judge. I’ve known Judge Burnett since his days on the bench when I was serving as U.S. Attorney here in D.C. It’s great to[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama at Interfaith Service in Boston, MA
Boston, Massachusetts–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013 – 12:04 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Boston! Scripture tells us to “run with endurance the race that is set before us.” Run with endurance the race that is set before us. On Monday morning, the sun rose over Boston. The sunlight glistened off the Statehouse[Read More…]
Statement from President Obama on the Explosion in West, Texas
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. Today our prayers go out to the people of West, Texas in the aftermath of last night’s deadly explosion at a fertilizer plant. A tight-knit community has been shaken, and good, hard-working people have lost their lives. I want to thank the first responders who worked[Read More…]
White House Press Gaggle by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Josh Earnest Aboard Air Force One, April 18, 2013
En Route Boston, Massachusetts–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013 – 9:35 A.M. EDT MR. EARNEST: Good morning, everybody. Welcome aboard Air Force One as we make our way to Boston. I have a couple of updates that I’ll walk through before we open it up to questions. The first is you all have[Read More…]
Breakfast with BCI Presents ‘Seven Low Cost Marketing Strategies You Can Implement Right Away’
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—April 18, 2013. South Suburban College’s Breakfast with BCI presents “Seven Low Cost Marketing Strategies You Can Implement Right Away” with special guest speaker Summer Alexander, CEO of Summer Alexander Research & Marketing, on Thursday, May 9th from 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Check in time will begin[Read More…]
Flooding Creates Dangerous Driving Conditions in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) would like to warn motorists against driving into flood waters and urges extra caution on the roads today. Flood warnings and watches are in place throughout the state, causing flooding on numerous roads, and temporary road closures. As of mid-morning, most[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Activates Flood Emergency Response, April 18, 2013
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn this morning activated the State Incident Response Center (SIRC) in Springfield to assess flooding and severe weather in several areas of the state and expedite assistance that may be needed by local public safety officials to protect citizens. The SIRC will remain open as[Read More…]
Legislation Extends Deadlines for Governors State University Helpful Grant Requirements to Aid Local Schools
SPRINGFIELD—(ENEWSPF)—April 18, 2013. Legislation sponsored by State Representative Anthony DeLuca (D-Chicago Heights) extending the deadline for the completion of an alternative teaching certification program recently passed out of the Illinois House Elementary & Secondary Education Committee. DeLuca’s measure aims to help Governors State University to continue to maintain and operate[Read More…]
Illinois Housing Finance Agency Receives Two Federal Grants to Help Homeowners Keep their Homes
Homeowners can access FREE financial advice through Illinois Foreclosure Prevention Network (IFPN) CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) yesterday announced it received a $2.7 million National Foreclosure Mitigation Counseling Program (NFMC) grant, the second-highest award in the nation. In addition, IHDA received notice it will receive $270,270[Read More…]