CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 30 -- The American Bar Association issued the following statement on Sept. 29, 2023, by President Mary Smith: * * * "The American Bar Association is deeply saddened today by the death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein. Sen. Feinstein was a true friend of justice and a defender of the importance of an independent, impartial judiciary. "Sen. Feinstein was a longtime member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and was the committee's ranking member from 2017 to 2021. Sen. Feinstein   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 30 -- The American Bar Association issued the following statement on Sept. 29, 2023, by President Mary Smith: * * * "In a society where the pursuit of equal employment opportunities and workplace inclusion is paramount, it is crucial that we champion the rights, contributions and potential of all employees, especially those with disabilities, who have long faced barriers to inclusion. October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a vital time to reflect on  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 30 -- The American Institute of Steel Construction issued the following news release: The AISC Education Foundation has grown over recent years--and the Board of Directors that manages its operations has grown along with it. Its membership now reflects additional sectors of the industry--tripling in size. It now comprises five steel fabricators, five engineers, and five educators. "Looking at the growth in Foundation assets and the scope of its reach into the educatio  more

GLENCOE, Illinois, Sept. 30 -- The Chicago Botanic Garden issued the following news release: Embrace the beauty of winter and discover the brightest spot for holiday cheer during Lightscape at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Starting November 10 and running on select dates until January 7, 2024, the outdoor illuminated trail will dazzle with brand new installations from around the world and beloved favorites, transforming new parts of the Garden--including Evening Island--into festive landscapes of  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 30 -- Feeding America issued the following news release: A government shutdown will bring uncertainty to millions of families in the United States. The Feeding America network of food banks, food pantries and meal programs will do all they can to serve their communities, but their food and funds can only go so far. A government shutdown would lead to millions of federal employees, active-duty military members and many people who work for a federal contractor not receiv  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 30 -- The National Immigrant Justice Center issued the following news release on Sept. 29, 2023: The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) welcomes the extension and redesignation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans who have been in the United States since July 31, 2023. The Department of Homeland Security on Friday previewed a Federal Register notice, scheduled for publication on October 3, which will implement the program. NIJC Executive Director   more

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Sept. 30 -- Pheasants Forever issued the following news release on Sept. 29, 2023: Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are proud to announce the hiring of Chance Webb as a regional representative in southern Illinois. In his new role, Webb will provide support for dedicated members and volunteers throughout the state's southern region, working closely with local chapters to improve public and private lands conservation efforts for pheasants, quail, and other wildlife. "The  more