Cook County, Illinois

Illinois Speaker Chris Welch Recommended by Proviso Township Democratic Organization to Serve as Committeeman

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Sabato, Aprile 20, 2024

WESTCHESTER, Ill., April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch was unanimously recommended to serve as the new Proviso Township Committeeman in a meeting held Friday evening of the Executive Committee, replacing the late Karen Yarbrough.

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  • WESTCHESTER, Ill., April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch was unanimously recommended to serve as the new Proviso Township Committeeman in a meeting held Friday evening of the Executive Committee, replacing the late Karen Yarbrough.
  • With the support of every local mayor, labor leaders from throughout the state, and active Democrats throughout the township, the Proviso Township Democratic Organization (PTDO) recommended to the Cook County Democratic Party that Speaker Welch be named Proviso Township Committeeman.
  • Before being elected State Representative, Welch served on the Proviso Township High School Board after graduating from Proviso West, where he played baseball.
  • The entire organization believes that Speaker Welch is best able to serve as Committeeman and continue making Proviso Township a strong, united organization."

Chicago Jury Awards $40 Million in Mesothelioma Case Against John Crane, Inc.

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Mercoledì, Settembre 6, 2023

Mr. Torgerson testified that throughout much of his career, he was exposed to dust from asbestos-containing gaskets and packing made by John Crane.

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  • Mr. Torgerson testified that throughout much of his career, he was exposed to dust from asbestos-containing gaskets and packing made by John Crane.
  • Through procedural maneuvering on the part of John Crane, Mr. Torgerson's family was forced to litigate its claims against John Crane in Chicago, where John Crane is headquartered.
  • On August 30, after a short deliberation, the jury returned a verdict of $40.75 million in favor of the Torgerson family.
  • The verdict included $30 million for Mr. Torgerson's loss of life and suffering and over $10 million in damages for his widow Annete and his children.

The Village of Justice, Illinois Signs Agreement with Viper Networks for Apollo Smart Poles and LED Smart Lights

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Giovedì, Maggio 4, 2023

TROY, Mich., May 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Viper Networks, Inc. (OTC Pink: VPER), an emerging international manufacturer of LED Street Light products and integrated Smart Cities systems and solutions, is pleased to announce that the Company has entered into a second agreement with the Village of Justice, Illinois to install the company's Apollo Smart Light poles and Smart Lights throughout the village.

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  • TROY, Mich., May 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Viper Networks, Inc. (OTC Pink: VPER), an emerging international manufacturer of LED Street Light products and integrated Smart Cities systems and solutions, is pleased to announce that the Company has entered into a second agreement with the Village of Justice, Illinois to install the company's Apollo Smart Light poles and Smart Lights throughout the village.
  • As Viper Networks’ second major project in the Greater Chicago area, the first phase will include the installation of ten (10) smart poles and 225 LED smart streetlights and components, including Luminaire, Smart Grid Controller, advanced IOT sensors, and Mobile WiFi.
  • As Viper Networks continues to win major projects in the Greater Chicago Metro Area, the Company is well situated to achieve the 1,500 to 2,000 Smart LED Light poles and 6,4000 Smart Street Lights throughout the Greater Metro Chicago area by 2025.
  • Farid Shouekani, CEO of Viper Networks, commented: “All parties have done a great amount of due diligence over the last two years regarding critical infrastructure planned upgrades and Viper Networks Apollo LED Street Lights, Smart Pole technology and Smart Cities systems.

County Treasurer Maria Pappas showcasing artwork from Korean artists from Illinois and New York through May 10

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Mercoledì, Aprile 19, 2023

CHICAGO, April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Korean American artists from Illinois and New York will have their unique artwork on display inside the offices of Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas through May 10.

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  • CHICAGO, April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Korean American artists from Illinois and New York will have their unique artwork on display inside the offices of Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas through May 10.
  • Pappas will kick off the "2023 New York & Chicago Korean Art Collaboration" with an opening reception today, April 19 at 3 p.m. at the Cook County Building, 118 N. Clark St., Room 112.
  • Over 40 pieces of artwork from 28 artists will be on display on the walls of the Treasurer's first-floor offices in the County Building for three weeks.
  • "This is not the first time my office has shown the artwork of people of a specific heritage, but this presentation of Korean artists is truly unique," Pappas said.

The City of Palos Hills First to Harness Smart City Light Pole Technology in Greater Chicago Taps ‘Viper Networks’ as Integrated Smart City System Leader.

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Martedì, Febbraio 21, 2023

TROY, Mich., Feb. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The City of Palos Hills through a pilot project grant will have Apollo Smart light poles installed in the city.

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  • TROY, Mich., Feb. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The City of Palos Hills through a pilot project grant will have Apollo Smart light poles installed in the city.
  • The City of Palos Hills will be the first City/Village in the Greater Chicagoland area to be a part of this project.
  • The general contractor for the installation of the poles will be MEAD Electric.
  • They are contracted for the first technology - enhanced Smart LED light poles.

The City of Palos Hills Chooses Viper Networks’ Apollo Smart Light Poles for Citywide Use

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Martedì, Gennaio 24, 2023

TROY, Mich., Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Viper Networks, Inc. (OTC Pink: VPER), an emerging international leader in the LED Street Light products and integrated Smart Cities systems and solutions market, is pleased to announce that the Company has entered into an agreement with the City of Palos Hills, Illinois to install the company's Apollo Smart Light poles throughout the city.

Key Points: 
  • TROY, Mich., Jan. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Viper Networks, Inc. (OTC Pink: VPER), an emerging international leader in the LED Street Light products and integrated Smart Cities systems and solutions market, is pleased to announce that the Company has entered into an agreement with the City of Palos Hills, Illinois to install the company's Apollo Smart Light poles throughout the city.
  • As Viper Networks’ first major project in the Greater Chicago area, the Company expects follow-up contracts to the initial first installation agreement for additional Smart City LED light poles; with the final installation numbers potentially reaching approximately 1,500 to 2,000 Smart LED Light poles throughout the southwest Greater Chicago suburban area by 2025.
  • With these funds and grants now readily available, the City of Palos Hills is proactively addressing their current and future infrastructure needs.
  • Farid Shouekani, CEO of Viper Networks, commented: “All parties have done a great amount of due diligence over the last two years regarding critical infrastructure planned upgrades and Viper Networks Apollo LED Street Lights, Smart Pole technology and Smart Cities systems.

Barfield Consulting LLC is now a Certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBE)

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Lunedì, Agosto 1, 2022

NORTHFIELD, Ill., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Barfield Consulting, LLC is now a certified Women Business Enterprise (WBE) by the Cook County Government. WBE accreditation affords numerous advantages to qualifying businesses. increased access to operations, inclusive training, and educational program results. As a business owner, becoming a certified woman-owned firm has numerous advantages by being a part of a mission to promote worldwide economic growth by discovering, certifying, and fostering the growth of women-owned businesses.

Key Points: 
  • Barfield Consulting, LLC is now a certified Women Business Enterprise (WBE) by the Cook County Government.
  • NORTHFIELD, Ill., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Barfield Consulting, LLC is now a certified Women Business Enterprise (WBE) by the Cook County Government.
  • Barfield Consulting, LLC was founded by Rebecca Barfield, a Chicago native with strong family roots in entrepreneurship.
  • Barfield Consulting, LLC believes each organization has its own complexities driven by customer and market demand that require specific attention when making any decision that creates change.

Rise Interactive Hires Industry Veteran Kimberly Harris-Mooring as SVP of People & Culture

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Mercoledì, Luglio 13, 2022

Rise is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quad, a marketing experience company that helps brands reimagine their marketing to be more streamlined, impactful, flexible, and frictionless.

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  • Rise is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quad, a marketing experience company that helps brands reimagine their marketing to be more streamlined, impactful, flexible, and frictionless.
  • Harris-Mooring brings more than 30 years of senior management experience in Human Resources, Employee Development, Change Management, and Diversity and Inclusion.
  • Prior to that, Harris-Mooring led HR Programs for First Midwest Bank as the Vice President of HR Project Management and Strategic Program Management.
  • Quad's strategic priorities are powered by three key competitive advantages that include integrated marketing platform excellence, innovation, and culture and social purpose.

Seven Leading Cincinnati Wealth Executives Create DayMark Wealth Partners, An Independent Wealth Management Boutique

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Mercoledì, Giugno 8, 2022

DayMark Wealth Partners has selected both Charles Schwab and Purshe Kaplan Sterling for custody and clearing services.

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  • DayMark Wealth Partners has selected both Charles Schwab and Purshe Kaplan Sterling for custody and clearing services.
  • Mike Quin is one of the seven founders of DayMark Wealth Partners.
  • Daryl Demo, one of the seven founders of DayMark Wealth Partners, has been in the financial industry since 1987.
  • Dynasty supports independent advisors and their teams in being independent, but not alone, by creating exclusive community events and experiences.

Buy a Heart...Give a Heart This Valentine's Day with Eli's Cheesecake of Chicago February 11th - February 14th

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Lunedì, Gennaio 31, 2022

For every Valentine's Day cheesecake purchased, Eli's will donatea cheesecake to front line workers at Cook County's John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital in Chicago and Alivio Medical Center in Pilsen.

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  • For every Valentine's Day cheesecake purchased, Eli's will donatea cheesecake to front line workers at Cook County's John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital in Chicago and Alivio Medical Center in Pilsen.
  • Heart-shaped cheesecakes, Valentine's Day inspiredbite-sizechocolate enrobed Cuties...the ultimate box of chocolates, and a fun for the familyDIY CheesecakeDipperKit highlight Eli's offerings.
  • Eli's heart throbbingmail order menuincludes:
    Eli's Valentine's DayDIY Dipper Decorating Kit: Who doesn't love food on a stick?
  • Eli's is a third-generation family-owned business, hand making all its desserts at Eli's Cheesecake World, located on Chicago's northwest side.