Day: February 19, 2016

Interview with the Pope on His Return Flight from Mexico, Feb. 19, 2016

Photo Source: Vatican News Agency Vatican City—(ENEWSPF)–9 February 2016 – As is customary in his apostolic trips, the Pope answered questions posed by journalists during the return flight to Rome, on his visit to Mexico and his encounter in Havana, Cuba with the Patriarch Kirill. The Holy Father addressed a[Read More…]

Marian Catholic Second Quarter Honor Roll 2015 – 2016

Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Marian Catholic High School announced its 2nd quarter honor roll. Those being honored follow, beginning with those from Park Forest: Park Forest: Chase Adams, Kennedy Baker, Carrington Boston, McKayla Brzeszkiewicz, Raven Brzeszkiewicz, Adenike Cotton, Matthew Desmond, Keyara Hampton, Justin Hollendonner, Timothy Jones, Quinn Kirchner, Tony Kurth, JianBin[Read More…]

Statement From DePaul University President on Governor Rauner’s Veto of SB2043 which Provided Funding for MAP Grants to State College Students

DePaul Student Government Association President Vanessa Cadavillo rallies with college students from throughout the state in support of SB2043 and MAP funding. In light of the governor’s veto, DePaul University’s president announces a plan to support students who rely on MAP funding. (DePaul University/Jamie Moncrief) CHICAGO —(ENEWSPF)—February 19, 2016. The[Read More…]

Roosevelt University Marks Black History Month with Civil Rights Conference Feb. 25 – 27

CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 19, 2016.  Roosevelt University and other area institutions and organizations will mark the history of the nation’s Black Freedom Movement and look at today’s continuing struggles against racial injustice and other inequalities during a Feb. 25-27 Black History Month conference. The conference entitled “Come Let Us Build a New[Read More…]

‘A Life in Men’ Author Gina Frangello to Read at Roosevelt University’s Gage Building on Feb. 29

CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 19, 2016.  Gina Frangello, award-winning author of ‘A Life in Men,’ will read at Roosevelt University on Monday, Feb. 29 as the University’s Creative Writing Program kicks off its spring reading series at 5 p.m. in Room 700 of the University’s Gage Building, 18 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. Chosen[Read More…]

Congresswoman Robin Kelly Announces $100 Million in Housing Funds for Struggling Illinois Families

Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) funds will help stabilizing housing market in hardest hit communities WASHINGTON, DC –(ENEWSPF)–February 19, 2016.  Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL) announced today more than $100 million in additional Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) funding for Illinois through the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The funding will support[Read More…]

Get an Insider’s View of Hyde Park: The Art-Lovers Community

University Park, IL –(ENEWSPF)–February 19, 2016.  Hyde Park is the quintessential arts community. Known for its acclaimed museums and dynamic neighborhood centers, Hyde Park is a haven for artists, curators and casual connoisseurs. Peter Slevin, Washington Post staff writer has said that “Hyde Park is all about the mix.” Get[Read More…]

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