Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—August 4, 2014. Jill and I are saddened to hear of the loss of James Brady, our dear friend and one of the country’s finest public servants. Our friendship goes back to the days when Jim was the press secretary to my former colleague, Republican Senator Bill Roth of[Read More…]
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Statement by President Obama on the Passing of James Brady
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—August 4, 2014. Michelle and I send our deepest condolences to the family of former White House Press Secretary James Brady on his passing. Jim is a legend at the White House for his warmth and professionalism as press secretary for President Reagan; for the strength he brought to[Read More…]
Statement from Dan Gross, President, Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence on the Passing of James Brady
Washington, D.C. –(ENEWSPF)—August 4, 2014. “We are heartbroken over the passing of James Brady. We offer our deepest condolences to his wife, Sarah, and the rest of his family as we mourn the loss of our dear friend and a true American hero. Jim never gave up fighting and never lost his[Read More…]
New Jersey Assembly Passes Major Bail Reform Legislation Which Now Moves to Governor Christie’s Desk for Signature
Two-Year Battle for Bail Reform Culminates in Comprehensive Legislation That Will Promote Justice, Fairness and Public Safety; Advocates Applaud Bi-Partisan Effort for Reform Trenton, NJ—(ENEWSPF)—August 4, 2014. Today the New Jersey State Assembly passed major bail reform legislation. The legislation has already passed in the State Senate and will now[Read More…]
An Evening for a World Beyond War On August 9 in DC
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—August 4, 2014. An Evening for a World Beyond War — a fundraising event for a global campaign to end all war will be held on Saturday, August 9 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Busboys and Poets, 5th and K Streets NW, Washington, DC. There is a[Read More…]
Park Forest Police Blotter Reports for August 4, 2014
Deputy Chief Chris Mannino took this photo of his another officer in Washington, D.C. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor’s Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage[Read More…]
Watch: Park Forest Police Announce Arrest of Suspect in Groping Attacks on Women
Monroe L. Akins, 37, of Steger. (Photo: PFPD) Watch press conference below. Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Members of the Park Forest Police Department conducted a press conference this morning regarding the arrest of Monroe Akins, age 37, of Steger, the suspect in a series of groping cases that have taken place[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of August 4, 2014
The Big Bopper entertains recently at Main Street Nights. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 4, 2014. With the stores now holding ‘Back to School’ sales, it’s a sure sign that summer is nearly over. Hopefully this winter won’t be as brutal as the one we just experienced, but just[Read More…]
Following Lifting of Drinking Water Ban in Toledo, Senator Brown Announces that Ohio Will be Considered for New Federal Funds to Improve Water Quality in Western Lake Erie Basin
Brown Urges USDA to Approve Joint Application from Ohio, Indiana, Michigan to Improve Water Quality in Western Lake Erie Basin WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–August 4, 2014. Following the City of Toledo’s announcement that it has lifted its drinking water ban, U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) announced that Ohio’s joint application with Michigan[Read More…]
Feds Urged to Suspend Grand Canyon Uranium Mine to Protect Water, Wildlife and People
BLM Fails to Respond to Groundwater Contamination at Pinenut Mine GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Arizona–(ENEWSPF)–August 4, 2014. Conservation groups have sent a letter urging federal regulators to suspend operations at a uranium mine near the Grand Canyon, where millions of gallons of uranium-laced groundwater threaten people and wildlife. Records from[Read More…]
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