http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/newsroom/newsroom-new.asp http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/newsroom.xml Keep up to date with news and press releases! en-US Wed, 23 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/23/annual-vehicle-insurance-ratings.asp Bloomington, Ill., (November 23, 2011) - Taking advantage of its extensive claims data, State Farm Insurance is implementing its annual vehicle insurance ratings for specific makes and models of vehicles.]]> Wed, 23 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/23/img-annual-vehicle-insurance-ratings-post-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/22/teen-focused-campaign.asp Bloomington, Ill., (November 22, 2011) - Every 26 seconds, a student drops out of high school in America – more than one million each year. Empowering teens to not only be aware of this startling statistic, but to make a personal commitment to graduate, can be a powerful force in raising awareness and ending the high school dropout crisis.]]> Wed, 22 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/22/img-teen-focused-campaign-post-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/17/sf-playground-build.asp Bloomington, Ill., (November 17, 2011) - More than 200 volunteers from State Farm®, the non-profit agency KaBOOM! and Broadmoor community residents will not be spending their Black Friday shopping for the holidays.]]> Tues, 17 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/17/img-sf-playground-build-post-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/15/exploding-turkeys.asp Bloomington, Ill., (November 15, 2011) - Actor Joins State Farm® Create Online “Docudrama” to Raise Eyebrows and Awareness about the Dangers of Improper Turkey Frying.]]> Tues, 15 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/15/img-exploding-turkey-post-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/15/thanksgiving-day-cooking-fires.asp Bloomington, Ill., (November 15, 2011) - Based on data from insurance giant State Farm, more cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving than any other day of the year. In fact, grease and cooking-related claims more than double on Thanksgiving Day compared to an average day in November.]]> Tues, 15 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/15/img-thanksgiving-day-cooking-fires-post-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/14/csr-index-top-50.asp Bloomington, Ill., (November 14, 2011) - State Farm is honored to be among those companies recognized as part of the 2011 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Index.]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/14/img-csr-index-top-50-post-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/2/bank-transfer-day.asp Bloomington, Ill., (November 2, 2011) - As consumers across the nation are fighting against rising fees and reconsidering their banking options, State Farm Bank is winning over consumers who are looking for a financial institution that’s committed to keeping fees low and providing virtual and mobile tools.]]> Wed, 2 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/november/2/img-bank-transfer-day-post-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/19/go-to-bat.asp Bloomington, Ill., (October 19, 2011) - Donations through charitable initiative help charities get to a better state and send individual winners to the 2011 World Series.]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/19/img-go-to-bat-post-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/19/new-tools-to-teach-safe-driving.asp Bloomington, Ill., (October 19, 2011) - New tools provide parents with the resources they need to teach safe driving.]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/19/img-new-tools-to-teach-safe-driving-post-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/18/sf-and-ralph-macchio.asp Bloomington, Ill., (October 18, 2011) - Company helps families “get to a better state™” with new online tools and opportunity to win a new family car.]]> Tues, 18 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/18/img-ralph-macchio-post-th.jpg 4 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/17/teaching-teens-to-drive.asp Bloomington, Ill., (October 17, 2011) - While government, law enforcement, industry and consumer groups have joined forces to spread the word about the dangers of distracted driving, apparently this call isn’t getting through to some parents as they teach their teens to drive.]]> Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/17/img-teaching-teens-to-drive-post-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/6/agents-on-a-mission-cars2.asp Burbank, Calif, (October 6, 2011) - Presented by State Farm, the “Agents on a Mission” tour hits the road with Disney•Pixar’s “Cars 2” – this Fall when four-time Piston Cup champion Lightning McQueen and best friend Mater join master British spy Finn McMissile on a multi-city tour across North America.]]> Sun, 6 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/6/img-cars2-post-th.jpg 4 3 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/6/teen-driver-safety-week.asp Bloomington, Ill., (October 6, 2011) - State Farm is unveiling a new commercial this week designed to put a powerful spotlight on teen drivers and their parents. The commercial spans the life of a young girl from toddler to teen driver. Country western recording artist Kenny Chesney’s hit “There Goes My Life” serves as the backdrop for the piece.]]> Sun, 6 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/6/img-teen-driver-safety-week-post-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/5/sf-title-sponsor-inaugural-champions-classic.asp Bloomington, Ill, (October 5, 2011) - State Farm and ESPN announced a one-year agreement establishing State Farm as the title sponsor of the inaugural Champions Classic. The State Farm Champions Classic – an early-season men’s basketball marquee event debuting Tuesday, Nov. 15, at Madison Square Garden in New York – will pit Duke against Michigan State and Kentucky versus Kansas.]]> Sun, 5 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/5/img-sf-title-sponsor-inaugural-champions-classic-post-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/3/us-deer-collisions-fall.asp Bloomington, Ill, (October 3, 2011) - For the third consecutive year, the number of deer-vehicle collisions in the U.S. has dropped.]]> Sun, 3 Oct 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/october/3/img-us-deer-collisions-fall-post-th.jpg 2 3 2 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/september/30/sf-commitment-to-limiting-fees.asp Bloomington, Ill, (September 30, 2011) - In the midst of reports of rising fees at banks and financial institutions around North America, State Farm Bank reaffirmed its commitment to a customer-centric approach by limiting fees for the services it offers.]]> Sun, 30 Sept 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/september/30/img-sf-commitment-to-limiting-fees-post-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/september/25/sf-pays-policy-holders.asp Bloomington, Ill, (September 25, 2011) - As a summer of wildfires, tropical storms and hurricanes followed a spring of relentless tornadoes and hail storms, State Farm Insurance announced today it has paid its customers $5 billion to repair, rebuild and replace cars, homes, and other property damaged by weather-related catastrophes so far this year.]]> Sun, 25 Sept 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/september/25/img-sf-pays-policy-holders-post-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/september/10/NFFF.asp Bloomington, Ill, (September 10, 2011) - To publicly thank the heroes and commemorate the 10th anniversary of 9/11, State Farm chose award-winning director Spike Lee to film a touching tribute honoring the first responders.]]> Tue, 10 Sept 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/september/10/img-NFFF-post-th.jpg 3 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/september/6/26-seconds-campaign-launches-BMOR-project.asp Bloomington, Ill, (September 6, 2011) - Every 26 seconds in America, a student drops out of high school. In an effort to address this startling statistic and encourage high school students throughout the country to be more (BMOR) than the statistic, the 26 Seconds campaign is asking the nation’s youth to take the BMOR Project pledge to stay in school.]]> Tue, 6 Sept 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/september/6/img-26-seconds-post-th.jpg 3 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/29/hurricane-irene-claim-numbers.asp Bloomington, Ill, (August 29, 2011) - If you’re affected by Hurricane Irene, contact your State Farm® agent or call 1-800-SF-CLAIM.]]> Thu, 29 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/29/img-hurricane-irene-claim-numbers-post-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/29/sf-warns-of-danger-following-hurricane-irene.asp Bloomington, Ill, (August 29, 2011) - The period following a natural disaster can be disorienting and dangerous. In an attempt to return to a state of normalcy, disaster victims will take unnecessary risks. The following tips from State Farm® will relieve some of the uncertainty and help you stay safe in the aftermath of a major event.]]> Thu, 29 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/29/img-dangers-following-irene-post-th.jpg 3 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/25/sf-ready-to-respond-to-hurricane-irene.asp Bloomington, Ill, (August 25, 2011) - State Farm® is ready for Hurricane Irene when and where it likely impacts the East Coast. The company is positioning key personnel to prepare for Irene's landfall and is ensuring company disaster recovery lines of communication are open, clear and ready in advance of the storm.]]> Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/25/img-disaster-truck-post-th.jpg 2 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/25/friday-night-feats-program.asp Bloomington, Ill, (August 25, 2011) - Each week high school football teams across the country are making bold plays – their own Friday night feats. Today, State Farm® Insurance Companies kicks off Friday Night Feats, a national high school football video contest that aims to get schools and communities to a better state.]]> Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/25/img-friday-night-feats-post-th.jpg 4 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/22/mobile-tool-to-combat-distracted-driving-first-anniversary.asp Bloomington, Ill., (August 22, 2011) - State Farm “On the Move” Android Widget sends texters automatic replies so you don't have to.]]> Mon, 22 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/22/img-on-the-move-post-th.jpg 2 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/21/fair-goers-make-history.asp Des Moines, IA, (August 21, 2011) - Stop, Drop, and Roll world record set.]]> Sun, 21 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/21/img-fair-goers-post-th.jpg 3 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/18/initiate-auto-insurance-quotes-in-just-60-seconds.asp Bloomington, Ill., (August 18, 2011) - State Farm® launches industry's first text-to-quote option.]]> Thu, 18 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/18/img-cellphone-post-th.jpg 2 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/15/project-ignition-grant-available-for-students.asp Bloomington, Ill., (August 15, 2011) - The National Youth Leadership Council® and State Farm® are pleased to announce the availability of $2,000 Project Ignition grants for public high schools to support their students in addressing teen driver safety through service-learning.]]> Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/15/img-project-ignition-post-th.jpg 4 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/15/sf-pocket-agent-best-in-class-mobile-experience.asp Bloomington, Ill., (August 15, 2011) - In the highly competitive mobile technologies world, the State Farm® mobile site is ranked best against top competitors in insurance and financial services.]]> Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:00:00 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/august/15/img-pocket-agent-post-th.jpg 2 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/28/sf-announces-vehicle-services-savings-program.asp Bloomington, Ill., (July 28, 2011) - In-Drive® from Hughes Telematics Offers New Safety and Diagnostic Features; Service Also Broadens Access to State Farm Drive Safe & Save™ Program]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/28/img-dss-post-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/27/sf-bayou-classic-hits-the-road.asp Bloomington, Ill., (July 27, 2011) - State Farm Bayou Classic® hits the road with the My Bayou Classic Road Show Road Show visits 6 Louisiana cities in 3 days.]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/27/beyou-classic-post-thumb.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/27/help-a-neighbor-financially.asp Bloomington, Ill., (July 27, 2011) - As Americans manage the uncertainties of today’s challenging economy and jobs market, it appears help could be readily available from a nearby source: neighbors. Survey finds that almost half would help a neighbor look for a job, 15% would lend money and 10% would let a neighbor live with them.]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/27/neighbor-post-thumb.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/21/most-americans-are-without-a-financial-backup-plan.asp Bloomington, Ill., (July 21, 2011) - If the unexpected happens and a major life crisis occurs, most Americans today would be unprepared to handle the impact. These findings are detailed in the new State Farm® “Financial Plan B” survey.]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/21/backupplan-post-thumb.jpg 1 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/12/sf-dot-pilot-project.asp Bloomington, Ill (July 12, 2011) - United States Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today released the findings of two pilot projects measuring the effectiveness of tough laws, increased enforcement and highly visible public education campaigns on distracted driving.]]> Tue, 12 Jul 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/12/img-sf-dot-pilot-project-post-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/11/go-to-bat.asp Bloomington, Ill (JULY 11, 2011) - For the second straight year, State Farm and Major League Baseball (MLB) are giving fans from coast to coast the chance to deliver a big hit for their favorite charitable organization.]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/11/img-gotobat-post-th.jpg 3 7 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/11/go-to-bat-phoenix.asp PHOENIX, Az. (JULY 11, 2011) - State Farm and Major League Baseball’s (MLB) biggest hitters will swing for the fences for kids from Phoenix Area Boys & Girls Clubs (BGCA) during the 2011 State Farm®Home Run® Derby on Monday, July 11, at Chase Field.]]> Mon, 11 Jul 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/july/11/img-fans-th.jpg 3 7 http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/statefarm/49909/ Bloomington, IL. (June 28, 2011) - While Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day see the most cooking related smoke and fire claims for State Farm, the 4th of July isn’t far behind. According to State Farm claims data nearly 3,000 fire and smoke related claims happen in the month of July.]]> Tue, 28 Jun 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/june/28/post-thumb.jpg 1 3 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/june/16/sf-policyholders-payments-from-storms.asp BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (June 16, 2011) - Summary: While thousands of State Farm claim representatives and agents continue to help those impacted by spring storms, the company today announced it has paid nearly $1.75 billion to its customers from the destructive storms of April and May.]]> Thu, 16 Jun 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/june/16/sf-policyholders-payments-from-storms-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/june/14/soccket-partners-with-state-farm.asp New York, NY. (JUNE 14, 2011) - The State Farm Juega Hoy. Ilumina el Mañana program allows participants the opportunity to generate energy, while playing with the prototype balls, for their participating Latin American Gold Cup country of choice.]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/june/14/img-gold-cup-post-th.jpg 3 http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/statefarm/49908/ Bloomington, Ill., (June 14, 2011) - As wildfires continue to rage in Arizona and Florida, every state in the country now has the potential for a wildfire.]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/june/14/firepost-thumb.jpg 3 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/may/27/sf-payments-to-policyholders.asp Bloomington, Ill., (May 27, 2011) - While claims from May storms in Joplin, Mo., and elsewhere are in the process of being handled, State Farm today announced it has already paid nearly $916,000,000 in claims to help its customers recover from damage caused by the relentless string of catastrophic storms in April and May. ]]> Fri, 27 May 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/may/27/sf-payments-to-policyholders-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/may/27/sf-payments-to-policyholders.asp Bloomington, Ill., (May 24, 2011) - State Farm is among 48 employers recognized for promoting healthy workplaces by The National Business Group on Health.]]> Tue, 24 May 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/may/24/best-employers-for-healthy-lifestyles-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/may/23/sf-celebrates-launch-of-cars-2.asp Bloomington, IL (May 23, 2011) - State Farm is playing a major role in preparing fans for Disney•Pixar’s CARS 2, which races into theaters on June 24, 2011, through its “Agents on a Mission” promotion that provides fun for the whole family.]]> Mon, 23 May 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/may/23/img-cars-post-th.jpg 4 3 http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/statefarm/49907/ Bloomington, IL (May 10, 2011) - Each year, almost five million people are bitten or attacked by dogs. Dog bites are a serious public health problem that can cause both physical and emotional damage to victims and considerable cost to communities.]]> Tue, 10 May 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/may/10/img-dogbite-post-th.jpg 2 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/29/sf-responds-to-recent-severe-storms.asp Bloomington, Ill., (April 29, 2011) - State Farm Insurance catastrophe claim representatives, general claims adjusters, agents and their staffs have expanded their efforts to assist policyholders whose lives have been turned upside down by an unprecedented surge of tornadoes across Southern states.]]> Fri, 29 Apr 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/29/img-severeStorms-post-th.jpg 2 2 http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/statefarm/49700/ Bloomington, Ill., (April 28, 2011) - State Farm is launching a new free mobile application, Driver Feedback™, which turns a person’s cell phone into a pocket-sized driving coach. The scoring system encourages parents and teens to share teachable moments by competing for best scores.]]> Thu, 28 Apr 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/28/img-driverFeedback-post-th.jpg 3 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/19/sf-responding-to-tornados-while-more-severe-storms-threaten.asp Bloomington, Ill., (April 19, 2011) - While the country braces for another severe storm, State Farm®, the nation's largest property and casualty insurer, has deployed hundreds of claims adjusters and additional support staff to assist with recovery in the wake of severe weather across the Midwest, South and portions of the Eastern Seaboard.]]> Tue, 19 Apr 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/19/img-severeStorms-post-th.jpg 2 2 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/12/waiting-for-arlene.asp Bloomington, Ill., (April 12, 2011) - The first seasonal hurricane forecast calls for 16 named tropical storms this year, to be lead by Arlene in the Atlantic. State Farm®, the leading insurer of cars and homes in the nation, is ready for hurricane season.]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2011 11:41:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/12/img-fl-huricane-post-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/12/losing-it-on-your-wedding-day.asp Bloomington, Ill., (April 12, 2011) - June may be the most popular month for weddings, but on April 29, the world will turn its attention to the spectacle that will be the Royal Wedding. The engagement ring that Prince William gave to Kate Middleton is the same ring his father presented to his mother, Princess Diana. In fact, when Prince Charles presented the ring to Diana in 1981, it was purchased for about $60,000. After Diana's death in 1997, the ring was appraised at approximately $500,000.]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2011 11:40:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/12/losing-it-on-your-wedding-day-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/11/new-study-pinpoints-what-happens-right-before-teens-crash.asp Bloomington, Ill., (April 11, 2011) - A recent study by The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and State Farm Insurance Companies® hones in on the most common errors teen drivers make that lead to a serious crash. Teen drivers are involved in fatal crashes at four times the rate of adults. The findings were published in the journal Accident Analysis and Prevention.]]> Mon, 11 Apr 2011 11:40:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/11/new-study-pinpoints-teen-driving.jpg 2 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/5/sf-introduces-celebrity-teacher-for-a-day.asp Bloomington, Ill., (April 5, 2011) - For most of us, music is an essential part of the driving experience, and what better way to talk with teens about safe driving than through their passion for music. To this end, and as part of the 22nd Annual Billboard Latin Music Conference and Awards sponsorship, State Farm is hosting Latino singer/songwriter, Gustavo Galindo, to serve as “Celebrity Music Teacher for a Day” at various high school music classes around the nation.]]> Tue, 5 Apr 2011 11:40:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/5/img-celebrity-post-th.jpg 3 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/5/sf-latino-on-facebook.asp Bloomington, Ill., (April 5, 2011) - The nation’s largest auto and homeowners insurer announces the launch of State Farm Latino, a new social networking page for Latinos on Facebook (www.facebook.com/statefarmlatino).]]> Tue, 5 Apr 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/april/5/sf-latino-on-facebook-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/29/sf-presents-camila-and-tito-el-bambino.asp Bloomington, Ill., (March 29, 2011) - Billboard, the world’s premier music brand, Telemundo, a leading producer of high-quality content for Hispanics in the U.S. and audiences around the world and Cardenas Marketing Network (CMN), the leading Latin music and entertainment companies from the U.S. and Latin America, have announced dates, artists and venues for the 2nd Annual Billboard Latin Music Concert Series, “Billboard en Concierto”.]]> Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/29/camila_and_tito_el_bambino.jpg 1 http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/statefarm/49038/ Bloomington, Ill., (March 28, 2011) - Winter brings a number of driving hazards, but one of the most dreaded is the pothole. An encounter with one can leave damaged tires, wheels and suspension components in its wake. State Farm estimates the average damage can put a big dent in drivers’ pocketbooks – costing anywhere from $300 to $700.]]> Mon, 28 Mar 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/28/swallowed-up-by-the-road-post-th.jpg 3 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/22/march-roar-echoes-across-the-country.asp Bloomington, Ill., (March 22, 2011) - Spring has arrived, and with it comes severe weather. Already this month State Farm has dispatched national catastrophe services teams across the country to assist local State Farm agents and claims personnel in accessing wind and hail damage.]]> Tue, 22 Mar 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/22/img-storm-post-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/21/26-second-campaign-to-engage-youth-at-risk-of-dropping-out-of-school.asp Washington, DC, (March 21, 2011) - Every 26 seconds in America, a student drops out of high school. State Farm today announced the launch of a campaign to address this startling statistic and engage those who can most directly affect change – young people themselves. The campaign titled “26 Seconds,” will use interests – like music, sports and video – to engage youth.]]> Mon, 21 Mar 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/21/img-26-second-post-th.jpg 1 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/18/agents-on-a-mission-multi-city-tour-kicks-off-at-mall-of-america.asp Bloomington, Ill., (March 18, 2011) - Billboard, the world’s premier music brand, Telemundo, a leading producer of high-quality content for Hispanics in the U.S. and audiences around the world and Cardenas Marketing Network (CMN), the leading Latin music and entertainment companies from the U.S. and Latin America, have announced dates, artists and venues for the 2nd Annual Billboard Latin Music Concert Series, “Billboard en Concierto”.]]> Fri, 18 Mar 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/18/img-disney-pixar-cars-image-post-th.jpg 4 2 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/7/no-text-message-is-worth-a-life.asp Bloomington, Ill., (March 7, 2011) - Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood today announced the newest addition to the Department of Transportation's “Faces of Distracted Driving” web video series at www.distraction.gov/faces. Loren Vaillancourt, who has been speaking out against distracted driving throughout her reign as Miss South Dakota, contributed her personal and moving story about the loss of her brother to a distracted driver.]]> Mon, 7 Mar 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/7/no-text-message-is-worth-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/4/drivers-say-they-use-the-internet-while-driving.asp Bloomington, Ill., (March 4, 2011) - Results from an online survey conducted by State Farm® and released today show an alarming number of drivers who use the Web while driving.]]> Fri, 4 Mar 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/4/img-driver-typing-post-th.jpg 1 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/1/sf-maintains-financial-strength.asp Bloomington, Ill., (March 1, 2011) - Combined net worth for the State Farm group increased in 2010 by $3.1 billion to end the year at $61.2 billion. The primary reason for the improvement was a $1.9 billion increase in the value of the property-casualty (P-C) companies' unaffiliated stock portfolio (net of deferred tax). The increase comes after a $4.8 billion increase in net worth in 2009. That followed a $10.4 billion decrease in 2008. State Farm group's net worth is 40 percent higher than it was 10 years ago.]]> Tue, 1 Mar 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/march/1/img-financial-strength-post-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/february/17/sf-offers-virtual-career-fair-for-people-in-their-pjs.asp Bloomington, Ill., (February 17, 2011) - Job-hunting? State Farm has a virtual career fair on Feb. 22 from 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. CST where people can search for jobs without ever leaving their cozy comforts of home.]]> Thu, 17 Feb 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/february/17/virtual-career-fair-th.jpg http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/statefarm/48536/ Bloomington, Ill., (February 9, 2011) - It’s an image straight out of a romantic movie: A room decorated with beautiful flowers. The dinner table is set for two. The seductive glow of flickering candles throughout the room complete the romantic mood. Many couples will commemorate Valentine’s Day with a scene like this without realizing the potential dangers of improper candle use. State Farm wants to remind you that, while decorative and fragranced candles may be an attractive addition to your home décor, if used improperly, they can be a serious fire hazard.]]> Wed, 9 Feb 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/february/9/img-romantic-post-th.jpg 2 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/february/7/5m-in-service-learning-grants-now-available.asp Bloomington, Ill., (February 7, 2011) - The State Farm Youth Advisory Board has made its 2011 service-learning grant application available.]]> Mon, 7 Feb 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/february/7/img-yab-red-post-th.jpg 2 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/february/2/digging-out-safely-after-the-storm.asp Bloomington, Ill., (February 2, 2011) - Fierce wind, deep snow, ice, frigid temperatures and a little lightning – thank you Mother Nature. The massive winter storm that stretched from Oklahoma to New York impacted nearly 100 million people this week, many of whom are just beginning to dig out.]]> Wed, 2 Feb 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/february/2/digging-out-safely-after-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/january/27/american-college-state-farm-center-for-women.asp BRYN MAWR, PA. (January 27, 2011) - Working women and business owners will soon have access to a wealth of new information on handling finances as a result of a recent generous donation from State Farm® Insurance.]]> Thu, 27 Jan 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/january/27/american-college-state-farm-women-th.jpg http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/january/24/national-report-highlights-forgotten-victims-of-teen-crashes.asp Philadelphia, PA. (January 24, 2011) - An inaugural national research report released today from The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and State Farm® shows that the impact of teen driver crashes extends far beyond teen drivers’ families and friends. In 2008, more than half a million (681,000) people were involved in crashes where a teen driver was behind the wheel. More than 40,000 were injured, and nearly 30 percent of those who died in these crashes were not in cars driven by teens.]]> Mon, 24 Jan 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/january/24/img-forgotten-victims-post-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/january/19/ipad-app-to-help-people-when-moving.asp Bloomington, Ill. (January 19, 2011) - Moving can be stressful but with State Farm’s new application for the Apple iPad, anyone can get help with their next move.]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/january/19/ipad-moving-vid-th.jpg 1 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/january/5/miss-south-dakota.asp Brookings, SD., (January 5, 2011) - Leading up to the Miss America pageant Jan. 15, State Farm is joining Miss South Dakota to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving.]]> Wed, 5 Jan 2011 11:35:46 GMT+0500 http://www.statefarm.com/aboutus/_pressreleases/2011/january/5/miss-south-dakota-th.jpg