HRC released a report in partnership with the University of Connecticut featuring data collected in 2022 from nearly 13,000 LGBTQ+ youth.
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Biden Marks Anniversary of Law Aiding Veterans Exposed to Toxic Substances
One year ago, President Joe Biden signed a law that benefits veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange and other toxic substances.
Representative Robin Kelly’s Perspectives on Abortion, the Digital Divide, and Climate Change
We had the opportunity to meet with Congresswoman Robin Kelly. Here we focus on abortion, the digital divide, and climate change.
Park Forest Library Celebrates Card Sign-Up Month with Computer Classes, Colson Whitehead, and More
Celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month, the PFPL is offering a gift to all residents who sign up or renew library cards in September.
Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office Confirms Record 2,000 Opioid Overdose Deaths in Cook County for 2022
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed 2,000 opioid overdose deaths for 2022, breaking the previous record of 1,935.
Congressional Bipartisan Group Introduces SHINE for Autumn Act to Reduce Stillbirths
A bipartisan group in Congress introduced the Stillbirth Health Improvement and Education (SHINE) for Autumn Act.
Village Opens Cooling Centers During Heat Wave
The Village of Park Forest is opening cooling centers as precariously high temperatures continue.: the Police Department and Village Hall.
ICYMI: Rep. Kelly Appeared on MSNBC to Discuss Black Maternal Health Disparities
Rep. Robin Kelly joined MSNBC’s Saturday Show with Jonathan Capehart to discuss how racism and sexism lead to maternal health disparities.
IDHS Releases Statement on Ludeman Nurses Rally
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- As reported in eNews Park Forest last week, the nurses at Ludeman Developmental Center in Park Forest staged a rally on Tuesday, July 18. The nurses are currently working without a contract with the State of Illinois. The previous contract expired on June 30 of this year.[Read More…]
Nurses at Ludeman Developmental Center Rally for Improved Pay and Working Conditions
Nurses at Ludeman Developmental Center held a protest rally to bring attention to their claims of underpayment and unsafe working conditions.