Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- The policy making body of the American Psychological Association (APA) unanimously (157-0) passed a resolution supporting full marriage equality for same-sex couples. Reacting to this important move, Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese made the following statement: “The American Psychological Association has long supported equality for the lesbian, gay,[Read More…]
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HRC Releases State Toolkit for Hate Crimes Prevention Laws
State-Specific Guide Provides Data and Best Practices to Help States Address Hate Crimes Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- The Human Rights Campaign – the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights organization – today released a first of its kind guide for states looking to enforce and enact legislative solutions[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Protect Volunteer Drivers Who Transport Seniors
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 9, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today signed legislation to protect volunteer drivers from being denied auto coverage or paying extra for car insurance premiums simply because the driver is a volunteer driver. House Bill 1378 also prohibits insurers from imposing a surcharge on or increasing the rate for a vehicle[Read More…]
DeLuca Sponsored Legislation Making College Campuses Safer Signed Into Law
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL–(ENEWSPF)–August 9, 2011. Sex offenders would be required to report themselves to security staff on college campuses under legislation, sponsored by state Rep. Anthony DeLuca (D-Chicago Heights), which was signed into law by the governor recently. “College is a new and exciting time for young people but sending[Read More…]
Join Tall Grass Arts Association at the 2011 Park Forest Art Fair
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Come to the 2011 Tall Grass Art Fair, celebrating 56 years of fine arts in DownTown Park Forest!
‘Shield’ Yourself from a Cell Phone Radiation Scam
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- With consumers concerned about harmful exposure to cell phone emissions, many scammers looking to make a quick buck are promoting "shields". These shields claim to protect cell phone users from the cancer causing waves emitting from their phones. The Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and northern Illinois (BBB)[Read More…]
Governor Signs Law Banning Workers’ Compensation Benefits Following Serious Criminal Convictions
New Law Prevents Workers from Claiming Benefits after Felony, DUI Convictions CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)–AUGUST 8, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today signed legislation to prevent workers convicted of serious crimes from claiming workers’ compensation benefits for injuries resulting from those crimes. Senate Bill 1147 prohibits workers from receiving benefits or attorney fees for[Read More…]
Durbin Announces Nearly $2.3 Million in DOJ Funding to Protect Illinois Youth
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–August 9, 2011. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today announced that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded a total of $2,299,205 to government agencies in Illinois for programs focused on protecting juveniles and promoting child Internet safety. “Today’s funding will help combat juvenile delinquency in Illinois and[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Advance Wind Energy in Illinois
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 8, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today announced the signing of two bills into law that advance clean wind energy in Illinois. The new laws create a council to study offshore wind energy projects in Lake Michigan and clear the way for more wind energy projects throughout Illinois. “These bills[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of August 8, 2011
Coming next summer: the Orchard Drive redesign and resurfacing project, tentatively on schedule. (Graphic: VOPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 8, 2011. Park Forest’s final Main Street Nights concert for the 2011 season will take place on Wednesday, August 10 with a performance by Lynne Jordan and the Shivers and the screening[Read More…]
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