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AMPLIFIES SMALL BUSINESSES Stephanie Hart opened the Brown Sugar Bakery on 75th Street in 2002. Since then, Brown Sugar Bakery has expanded to include a space in the former Cupid Candies building where she makes candy. P2

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Xx Stephanie Hart is the owner of Brown Sugar Bakery which opened in 2002. Brown Sugar Bakery has been part of Illinois Made program since it began in 2016. PHOTO PROVIDED BY ILLINOIS OFFICE OF TOURISM.

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briefly ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL URGES DEA TO MOVE FORWARD WITH FEDERAL RESCHEDULING OF CANNABIS

Chicago — Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 12 state attorneys general, urged the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) to reschedule cannabis to Schedule III under the federal Controlled Substances Act in the interest of public health and safety. “Illinois is one of several states that have established robust regulatory frameworks for legal cannabis sales,” Raoul said. “State-regulated cannabis industries protect consumers from the dangers of unregulated products and the illicit market. Rescheduling cannabis will remove obstacles for legitimate businesses and allow them to better collaborate with law enforcement and regulators.” In their letter to DEA Administrator Anne Milgram, Raoul and the coalition of attorneys general explain that rescheduling cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III will allow the state-regulated cannabis industry to continue to set the standard for legal products. These businesses would be able to take ordinary tax deductions to expand their investments and focus on public health and safety in collaboration with law enforcement efforts. This policy change would also increase the ability to research cannabis to determine the physical and mental impacts of cannabis use, particularly among youth. Joining Raoul in submitting the letter are the attorneys general from California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Oregon and Rhode Island.

THE OBAMA FOUNDATION INVITES CHANGEMAKERS TO APPLY FOR ITS GLOBAL LEADERS PROGRAM

The Leaders Program is the signature leadership program of the Obama Foundation, supporting emerging leaders in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the United States CHICAGO – The Obama Foundation opened applications for its six-month, values-based leadership development program that connects leaders between 24 and 45 years old across regions in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the United States. Since 2018, the Obama Foundation Leaders program has engaged nearly 1,000 emerging leaders worldwide, inspiring, empowering, and connecting them to change the world. Participants, recognized as “Obama Leaders,” learn practical skills and tools to lead through complex challenges, paving the way for them to make systems-level changes in their communities. The program will facilitate weekly sessions in regional cohorts, and throughout the program, participants will have the opportunity to engage with President Obama, leadership coaches, subject matter experts, and each other to deepen their leadership practice. The core curriculum, adapted for each region, includes sessions covering values-based leadership, relationship cultivation, and systemic engagement. “At a time of great anxiety and accelerating change around the world, what gives me hope is the promise of the next generation of leaders,” said Valerie Jarrett, Obama Foundation CEO. “We’re excited to open applications to four new regional cohorts of Obama Leaders. Our mission is to inspire, empower, and connect them to change their world.” The application for the 2024-2025 Obama Foundation Leaders program can be found here. More information, including eligibility requirements and frequently asked questions can be found here. Applications are open until Friday, February 9, 2024 at 12 PM US CT. For announcements introducing the new cohorts in Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the United States this summer, follow the Obama Foundation on Facebook, Threads, and Instagram.

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Illinois Made Program Amplifies Small Businesses Continued from page 1 BY TIA CAROL JONES

Hart said it has been 20 years of hard work, in the beginning the bakery was open seven days a week. In 2019, Hart started looking for more space for the bakery. Her idea was to get a factory to make more cakes and deliver them to the bakery locations. Hart’s Brown Sugar Bakery is one of the small businesses in Illinois that are part of the Illinois Made Program. She became Illinois Made in 2016, when the program first started. The Illinois Made Program was launched in 2016. It was driven by the Illinois Office of Tourism to give tourists a quintessential Illinois experience. Outside of the state’s world class attractions – museums and architecture – are the small businesses in Illinois. Those small business owners are artists, artisans and crafters. “We felt like this was a great way to shine the spotlight on our small businesses,” said Daniel Thomas, Deputy Director of the Illinois Office of Tourism. Illinois Made has continued to grow with 276 makers in the program. Thomas called it an intersectionality between the artisans, small businesses and the job creator, while connecting that to the Illinois visitor experience. It gives those visitors something they can only get in Illinois. The businesses in the program are either nominated by a visitor or they can self-nominate. Since 2016, there are 17 African American-owned businesses that are part of Illinois Made throughout the state. In the recruiting, the Illinois Office of Tourism ensures it has diversity across the Illinois Made Program. “Brown Sugar Bakery has been a success story. Stephanie, hasn’t just been about her storefront locations, but has also evolved into manufacturing,” Thomas said. There also was a location of the Brown Sugar Bakery in Navy Pier, from that, Hart learned how important tourism is to Illinois. Even though the location closed April 2023, it put Brown Sugar Bakery on a larger scale, because of the number of tourists that visit Navy Pier.

“I also learned that kind of statewide visibility can have an impact on your business and on your community,” Hart said, adding that being part of Illinois Made brought more people to her 75th Street location. Hart said people would come to her 75th Street location and visit 5 Loaves Eatery, or Lem’s or Soul Veg after visiting her bakery. It brought an exposure to 75th Street that Hart was proud of. Illinois Made helped Hart think more broadly as an entrepreneur and helped her desire to put her neighborhood on a statewide and national stage. The Brown Sugar Bakery is part of Choose Chicago and Hart is very active in tourism because she sees the impact and how much it matters. “Illinois Made helped the DNC want to come here to do the convention. Getting involved in things like that make a difference,” she said. “I love being Illinois Made.” Hart would advise any entrepreneur who is trying to grow their business in the state of Illinois to understand it is important to be seen and important to share their passion, love and extend beyond their border. She credits Illinois Made with the beginning of her shipping Brown Sugar Bakery goods nationwide. Illinois is the No. 1 state for Brown Sugar Bakery shipping nationwide, California is No. 2. This most recent class of Illinois Made has been its largest and most diverse since the program started. Businesses that are in the program have the opportunity to be part of something larger from a tourism marketing perspective. Those business are part of the Illinois Office of Tourism’s Enjoy Illinois Travel Guide, as well as the social media platforms and seasonal gift guides. “What I’ve experienced in the last couple of years, is a real community of makers,” Thomas said. “What I hear from these makers is their anecdotal stories of how it’s amplified their business, how it’s helped their business grow. We know it’s working for these small businesses.” For more information about Illinois Made, visit illinoismade.com. People can look at the criteria for nominating a business via the website. For more information about Brown Sugar Bakery, visit www.brownsugarbakerychicago.com

Mavis Laing to Retire as Executive Director of IMPACT Leadership Development Program June 30 CHICAGO – Mavis Laing will retire as Executive Director of the Chicago Urban League’s IMPACT Leadership Development Program, effective June 30, 2024. IMPACT is one of the city’s premier leadership development programs and focuses on providing upand-coming Black professionals with the tools and skills needed to thrive in increasingly responsible leadership roles. Mavis has led the program since it launched in 2014. “It is hard to imagine IMPACT without Mavis. She has been integral to the success of the program,” noted Karen Freeman-Wilson, President & CEO of the Chicago

Urban League. “IMPACT has produced notable leaders who have made significant contributions in Chicagoland and throughout the country over the last decade.” The program was established by former Chicago Urban League President & CEO Andrea Zopp at a time when no other leadership programs in Chicago were addressing the needs of Black professionals. Each year, a cohort of 30-45 leaders from corporations, government and non-profit organizations go through the intensive 9-month program. Classes are taught by professors at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, which is the program’s academic partner.

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CHICAGO — On January 27, 2024, The Teen Creative Agency (TCA) at the MCA will be in conversation with Christina and Courtney Long, founders of #BlkGrlsWurld, about their growth and evolution as Black womxn publishers, event organizers, and lovers of punk, hardcore, and metal. After the conversation, there will be a workshop for attendees. The event will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. Coinciding with Faith Ringgold: American People, this event highlights the creativity, influence, and impact of Black Femme creatives across generations. ASL and CART Captioning are provided. #Blkgrlswurld is an award-winning indie publishing house based in New York City since 2014. Featuring a print zine, podcast, music festival, in-person community and more, #Blkgrlswurld is operated by Christina Long, MFA (SAIC 2012) and her sibling Courtney Long. The press celebrates and documents Black Womxn & Womxn of Color who participate in heavy music genres like Metalcore, Hardcore, Punk and Black Metal. Interviewing bands, reviewing music and vending at zine fairs allow #Blkgrlswurld ZINE to introduce readers to new music and the diversity within music scenes. Zines and artists’ books published by #Blkgrlswurld Press can be found in libraries at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Museum of Modern Art PS1, The Whitney Museum, The Schomburg Center for Research On Black Culture, The Barnard Zine

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Mavis Laing...Continued from page 2 “Mavis Laing has been the heart and soul of IMPACT since we launched the program in 2014,” said George Wu, the John P. and Lillian A. Gould Professor of Behavioral Science at Chicago Booth. “IMPACT has made Chicago a better city, and that’s true largely because of Mavis’ vision and commitment. I consider her a dear friend and have been so fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with her the past 10 years.” Laing announced her retirement to current IMPACT fellows, alumni, mentors, and program supporters earlier today. “Leading IMPACT over the last ten years has been a remarkable experience. I have found great joy watching so many talented emerging Black leaders accomplish so much,” she said. “We now have over 300 IMPACT Alumni who are serving in

prominent roles across all sectors, securing promotions and supporting our communities in nonprofit board leadership positions.” Laing added, “I look forward to seeing how the program will continue to strengthen the pipeline for diverse leadership across our city for many years to come.” Laing’s planned retirement date coincides with the completion of IMPACT’s current program year. The 2024 cohort will graduate in May. In the meantime, the Chicago Urban League will launch a search for the program’s next executive director. “While we know Mavis’ shoes will be hard to fill, we are confident that the opportunity to lead a well-respected leadership program will be attractive to many dynamic individuals,” Freeman-Wilson said.

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CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES TO CRACK DOWN ON INDECENT EXPOSURE THANKS TO SENATOR WILLIE PRESTON Taking a step forward to ensure the safety and well-being of employees and incarcerated individuals, State Senator Willie Preston’s law addressing indecent exposure in correctional facilities went into effect on Monday, Jan. 1st. “We must ensure a safe and respectful environment for every individual held or employed in correctional facilities,” said Preston (D-Chicago). “Indecent exposure within these facilities is a violation of human dignity and a blight on our justice system. Women, especially, are targets of this inappropriate behavior. Through this law, we will be able to address and eradicate these gender targeted incidents, fostering a secure environment for employees and individuals in the state’s care.” This law amends the Criminal Code of 2012 to create the offense of “lewd sexual display in a penal institution,” making it a Class A misdemeanor for incarcerated individuals to expose themselves with the purpose or effect of intimidating, harassing or threatening someone. Repeat offenders face more severe penalties, with subsequent violations being considered Class 4 felonies. The provisions will also allow for thorough review of annual reports provided by the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority in 2028. Brought forth by the Cook County Sheriff’s Office, the new law mirrors penalties for public indecency but changes the penalties given the context and motivation of the crime. It excludes juvenile detention facilities, individuals under the age of 18 and those living with a behavioral health issue. House Bill 1399 goes into effect Jan. 1, 2024.

STATE SENATOR MATTIE HUNTER’S NEW LAW PREVENTS UTILITY SHUTOFFS

As of January 1, 2024 residents will see expanded protections from utility disconnections on days of extreme heat, thanks to a new law from State Senator Mattie Hunter. “For people who fall behind on their bills, having their utilities shut off on an extremely hot day can have dire consequences,” said Hunter (D-Chicago). “By recognizing the dangers of heat and the value in access to air conditioning and proper refrigeration, we are protecting some of our state’s most vulnerable.” The Public Utilities Act — which prohibits utility shutoffs on days where the temperature is above 95 degrees Fahrenheit — will now include extreme heat events, factoring in humidity and the heat index. On days when the forecasted temperature is 90 degrees or above, or when the National Weather Service issues a heat watch, advisory or warning, residents’ utilities cannot be shut off, even if they are behind on paying their bills. Older adults, young children and people with chronic medical conditions are at high risk of heat-related illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 700 people in the U.S. die from extreme heat each year. When utilities are shut off, residents lose access to life-saving cooling methods, refrigeration for food and medicine and electricity to power essential devices. “Illinois weather is unpredictable. This law will lead to greater safety on the hottest days, particularly during the summer months,” said Hunter. House Bill 1541 goes into effect Jan. 1.

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Bloomberg Expands Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Trading Challenge In Its Second Year NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- Bloomberg for Education and Bloomberg Human Resources have expanded the reach of this year’s Bloomberg and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Trading Challenge to new universities and shifted to evaluate participant investment performance against a developed market (DM) index. The Bloomberg and HBCU Trading Challenge exercises the financial acumen of college participants through a virtual investment competition on the Bloomberg Terminal. Geared towards Black students in the US who are typically underrepresented in the finance industry, the challenge was created to help HBCU students build marketable skills and knowledge needed to compete for finance jobs and provide hands-on experience that they will use in their future careers. This year, students invested $1 million virtual US dollars across companies in the DM index in a closed network, with the assistance of university faculty and assigned Bloomberg mentors. The winner was decided based on the trade performance of participants, benchmarked against real DM indices on the Bloomberg Terminal. “The new focus on developed markets stocks builds on last year’s ESG-specific challenge to introduce another layer of difficulty and further replicate real world experiences,” said Emily Perrucci, Global Head of User Support at Bloomberg. “Fund managers often must consider ESG factors as part of

managing a much larger, diverse portfolio. We want to ensure students have a well-rounded understanding of market indices to be best prepared for future careers in finance.” Participating universities included Clark Atlanta University, Howard University, Hampton University, Morehouse College, Morgan State University, Spelman College and Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU). Jaeden Patterson, a Senior at FAMU was this year’s winner. “The advice I would give to future participants is to take advantage of your resources,” said Patterson. “The mentor that was provided through the challenge helped me navigate unfamiliar functionality on the Bloomberg Terminal. Additionally, I was able to take the Bloomberg ESG Certificate Course, which enabled me to identify ESG investment strategies and apply them to develop a profitable portfolio.” Students who participated in this year’s challenge were invited to Bloomberg’s headquarters in New York City. There, top-performing students had the opportunity to present their trading strategy to a panel of experts who offered feedback and insights on the students’ experience. Students who participate in the challenge also receive direct access to Bloomberg recruiters who provide professional development support around interviewing and resume creation. Bloomberg continues to build relationships with HBCUs and contribute to cultivating the success of its students. By providing additional resources, like the Bloomberg Terminal, University professors are able to further enrich their course-

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Launches New Valentine’s Day Collection

KERRVILLE, Texas, PRNewswire -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, is excited to announce the launch of the Valentine’s Day Collection. Whether you’re gifting to a sister, best friend, significant other or treating yourself, the new James Avery designs are a special way to express your feelings and create lasting moments. “At James Avery, crafting reminders of memories and connections is at the core of all we do,” says James Avery CEO John McCullough. “The Valentine’s Day season is no exception. From delicate hearts to sweet affirmations, our jewelry is crafted to honor and celebrate love.” The new designs feature earrings, rings, necklaces and many colorful styles with sparkling gemstones and hand enameling by our artisans in the Texas Hill Country. Additionally, as part of the launch, the Heart Gemstone, Enamel Connected Hearts and Furry Friends Collections are being expanded. The Heart Gemstone Studs and the Wrapped in Love Gemstone Ring add sparkle in customer-favorite gemstones Blue Topaz, Amethyst, Garnet and Lab-Created White Sapphire. Add a pop of color with new additions to our Enamel Connected Hearts Collection—we’ve added bold and fun hoop earrings in light pink and multicolored enamel in

small and medium sizes. “This Valentine’s Day, let your love shine through with the gifts you give or as a treat for yourself,” says Sarah Herr, Vice President of Merchandising and Design at James Avery. “Our designers were inspired by their family, friends and pastimes that bring them joy, and with this collection

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“We are thrilled to welcome Ciara to the bebe family. Her unique and bold fashion sense makes her a perfect partner for the bebe brand, and we look forward to bringing her creative vision to life for our diverse, global audience,” says Joseph Gabbay, CEO, Bluestar Alliance. Ralph Gindi, COO, Bluestar Alliance says, “Ciara is a true original whose style is a perfect reflection of what bebe is all about – sexy, bold confidence. The capsule will bring to life Ciara’s love of fashion and accessories. It will give our loyal customers a way to personalize their statement-making looks for fall and holiday in 2024. We are in discussions for an exclusive launch with a select retailer.” Founded in 1976, bebe is the go-to destination for chic, contemporary fashion. The brand evokes a mindset—an attitude, not an age. It’s a true original, always defining fashion’s next stride forward. The bebe brand remains true to its DNA offering bold, sexy and glamourous style for the ever-evolving fashion enthusiast. The collections bring a touch of glam to everyday style with the use of vibrant colors, pattern and texture mixes and attention to details including crystal embellishments, embroidery and more. bebe is all about bold statement making fashion that embraces self-expression, individuality, and creativity for a sensual and sophisticated lifestyle.

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Interactive Unicorn World returning to Chicago in January the Mines plan to expand the footprint as CHICAGO– Unicorn World, an imUnicorn World travels to additional locations mersive, interactive and themed event for such as Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Minneapolis, all ages, will take place in Chicago on Jan. Minnesota; and Charlotte, North Carolina. 26-28 for the second year in a row. The “Every aspect of this event is created event, which includes a magical forest and animatronic unicorns, will take place at the with thoughtful care and intention, and we are always thinking about ways to make it Navy Pier. even more exciting for our guests,” co-foundThe family-friendly event, created by husband-wife duo Patrick and Lauren er Patrick Mines said. “The new activities Mines, is known for its themed activities offered this year will amplify the Unicorn such as an enchanted forest, arts and crafts World experience and delight people of all section, story time and colorful, life-sized, ages.” moving and neighing unicorns. This year Tickets, which are $40 per person and it will offer new interactive experiences, free for children under age 2, are being sold including balloon bubble houses, a wish online in advance and will not be available wall and the world’s largest unicorn vending for purchase at the event. To manage event machine. flow and crowd size, time slots must be re“Unicorn World proved to be a way served. For more information about tickets, for families and friends to connect in a fun time reservations and add-on experiences, and magical way, and this year we wanted visit theunicornworld.com. to give communities a more magical time Other experiences include unicorn through new experiences,” said Lauren bounce houses, rides, face painting and Mines, co-founder of Unicorn World, LLC. professional photos. For families with very “Our desire is to keep building an event that young children, a special section is available is not only fun, but also intended for families for babies and toddlers younger than 2 years to enjoy year after year together. Regardless old. of whether you’re returning for the event a Founded in 2022, Unicorn World, LLC, second time or if this is your first experience, is a Knoxville-based event company that you’ll walk away from the event feeling creates a vibrant, family-focused experience inspired.” through themed activities. Serving as a catThe event strolled its way through 21 alyst for creativity and inspiration, Unicorn cities in its first year, including Chicago, World, LLC, aims to connect individuals Miami and Atlanta, and recorded high atten- of all ages and offer community-centered dance due to its family-friendly atmosphere events. For more information, visit theuniand age-appropriate activities. This year, cornworld.com. T:10.75"

CHICAGO CHILDREN’S MUSEUM BRINGS THE BIG TOP TO LIFE WITH ITS LATEST EXHIBIT CIRCUSVILLE OPENING JANUARY 25 such a vibrant and engaging experience CHICAGO, Ill. – Come one, come to the museum,” said Chicago Children’s all, step right up and have a ball! Chicago Museum President and CEO Jennifer Children’s Museum, 700 E. Grand Ave., Farrington. “The goal of this exhibit is is thrilled to announce the remounting to empower kids to express themselves of its circus-themed exhibit, Circusville however that may feel best to them. Pretend opening on Thursday, January 25 through play builds self-confidence and inspires September 7. Last featured more than a decade ago in 2012, Circusville will unleash conversation among families. We know imaginations as it places children and their Circusville will do just that and look forward families right into the magic of circus life. A to welcoming visitors to step into the center dynamic exhibit, Circusville invites a range ring or backstage.” Chicago Children’s Museum uses the of visitor-determined experiences depending upon which entrance to the exhibit they circus setting to lay a foundation for children and families to engage in building narratives choose - one to the center ring, show and through play. With countless materials and concessions, while the other leads backa complete backdrop, Circusville encourages stage for a behind-the-scenes experience. The exhibit will be open seven days a week: choice, perspective, and imagination for all. The mission of Chicago Children’s 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 10 Museum is to improve children’s lives by a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Sunday, via general admission to the Museum. Admissions can creating a community where play and learning connect. CCM is a cultural instibe purchased online. Pretend play in a rich environment tution dedicated to young children and provides children the opportunity to try the important adults in their lives. Playful out various personas as a means to explore experiences, including more than 15 intertheir own personalities. Circusville sets the active exhibits and daily programming, tap stage for children to choose to be the star into how kids from ages 0-10 years old learn of the show through dress-up or to practice and engage to develop the foundation for their hand at juggling and balancing on a a lifelong love of learning. Located at Navy tightrope. For another look into the whimsy Pier, Chicago’s number one attraction at 700 of circus life, they can choose to take on vital E. Grand Ave., CCM is the final stop for CTA roles including ticket taker, hot dog vendor buses #29, #65, #66 and #124. For more and more. information, please visit www.ChicagoChil“We are thrilled to be bringing back drensMuseum.org.

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Kwame Alexander’s The Crossover Wins Emmy® Award for Outstanding Young Teen Series

Disney+ Series Based on BestSelling, Award-Winning Novel by Executive Producer and Showrunner Kwame Alexander LOS ANGELES, PRNewswire -The Crossover Disney+ series, based on the Newbery-Medal winning novel by #1 New York Times bestselling author Kwame Alexander, won the Emmy® Award for Outstanding Young Teen Series. The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) announced the winners of the 2nd Annual Children’s & Family Emmy Awards on Sunday, December 17, 2023, during ceremonies held at the historic Westin Photo courtesy of the Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, Photo courtesy of the Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, National Academy of Bonaventure Hotel in downtown Los National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Television Arts & Sciences Angeles and aired live on The Emmys® apps. In addition to Alexander, the Executive Producer the award “This wasn’t a dream come true, team includes Maverick Carter, Daveed Diggs, Kimon behalf of the producers, cast, and crew. because it was never even a dream. I’ve just always berly Ann Harrison, Todd Harthan, Jamal HenderThe Crossover, which premiered on Disney+ in wanted to write books that inspired and entertained, April 2023, was produced in partnership with LeBron son, LeBron James, Damani Johnson, Jay Marcus, and to do the same in Television. Our team put heart Erin O’Malley, Robert Prinz, Bob Teitel, George TillJames’ SpringHill Company and Big Sea Entertainand soul into this show, and this just feels real good,” man, Jr., and Lezlie Wills, along with Co-Executive ment, Kwame Alexander’s production company that said Alexander, who served as Executive Producer, Producer Valerie C. Woods, Supervising Producer Ali is dedicated to creating innovative, highly original Showrunner, and Writer on the series and accepted Kinney, and Producer Marsha L. Swinton. children’s and family entertainment.

MasterClass Announces First-of-a-Kind Class With Ava DuVernay on Reframing Your Thinking SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ every day. -- MasterClass, the streaming platform where anyone “Collaborating with MasterClass to create a can learn from the world’s best, today announced that learning module unlike anything they’d done before award-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay will teach a was truly thrilling,” DuVernay said. “My goal was to class on directing the life you want to lead. Exclumake the viewer feel embedded in the action, intensively for MasterClass, DuVernay will take tion and energy of directing and producing a members on the actual set and through feature film— with all of the discipline and the post-production process of her dedication that the endeavor requires. newest film, ORIGIN. Filmed over Only MasterClass as a platform a six-month period, the class could provide the kind of a teaching showcases her methods for experience that I wanted to share, identifying, developing and one that offers a bird’s-eye view executing a vision to direct the into the creative and philosophilife that you want. The class is cal process of filmmaking.” available now only on MasBeyond ORIGIN, DuVerterClass, where subscribers nay’s feature work includes have unlimited access to all the Academy Award–winning 200+ instructors with an annual historical drama SELMA; the membership. Academy Award–nominated crimIn this class, DuVernay takes inal justice documentary 13TH; the MasterClass members on a journey Sundance Best Director Award win for of self-discovery, guiding them her micro-budgeted romance MIDthrough the art of reframing Ava DuVernay for MasterClass. Courtesy of DLE OF NOWHERE; and Disney’s A their mindset to unleash their WRINKLE IN TIME, which made her MasterClass full potential in everyday life. the highest-grossing Black woman The class provides an unprecdirector in American box office histoedented, behind-the-scenes look into the filmmaking ry. In 2019, her four-part television series, WHEN THEY process for ORIGIN, dropping members right into the SEE US, was honored with 16 Emmy nominations. Dumiddle and allowing them to follow DuVernay’s journey Vernay’s critically acclaimed TV series QUEEN SUGAR in making the film. She uses the filming of ORIGIN as a is the longest-running Black family drama series by a backdrop to teach critical skills for leaders of all types, Black woman creator in American television history. whether members lead a team, a family or are pursuing She amplifies films by people of color and women of all their first solo project. Members will learn how to find kinds through her nonprofit narrative change collective motivation, set their vision, build a strong team, lead ARRAY, which is a winner of the Peabody Institutional with empathy, keep people engaged and take action Award. The filmmaker sits on the Board of Governors of

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Chicago poet and professor Diego Baez debuts YAGUARETE WHITE On February 20, 2024, acclaimed ChiMarch 28 at 7:00 pm: Women & Children cago poet Diego Báez launches his debut First Bookstore, 5233 N. Clark St. (in concollection, University of Arizona Press versation with author and Booklist Senior introduces Yaguareté White (University of Editor Donna Seaman) Arizona Press), in which English, Spanish, All events are free and open to the puband Guaraní encounter each other with lic. humor and insight through the elusive yet The son of a Paraguayan father and a potent figure of the jaguar. We’d love for you mother from Pennsylvania, Baéz grew up to feature Diego and his debut in conjunction in central Illinois as one of the only brown with its launch. kids on the block—but that didn’t keep him Diego Báez is a finalist for the Georgia from feeling like a gringo on family visits to Poetry Prize and a semifinalist for the Berk- Paraguay. Exploring this contradiction as it shire Prize for Poetry. A fellow at CantoMun- weaves through experiences of language, do, the Surge Institute, and the Poetry Foun- self, and place, Baéz revels in showing up the dation’s Incubator for Community-Engaged absurdities of empire and chafes at the limits Poets, Báez has served on the boards of the of patrimony, but he always reserves his National Book Critics Circle, the Internation- most trenchant irony for the gaze he turns on al David Foster Wallace Society, and Famihimself. lies Together Co-operative Nursery School. Notably, this raucous collection also His poems, book reviews, and essays have wrestles with Guaraní, a state-recognized appeared in several online and print publiIndigenous language widely spoken in Paracations. A native of Bloomington/Normal, guay. Guaraní both structures and punctures Illinois, he lives in Chicago with his wife and the book, surfacing in a sequence of jokes daughter and teaches at the City Colleges. that double as poems, and introducing but He’s celebrating locally with three leaving unresolved ambient questions about events: local histories of militarism, masculine braFebruary 22 at 7pm: Harry S. Truman vado, and the outlook of the campos. Cutting College Theater, 4310 N. Racine Ave. (read- across borders of every kind, Baéz’s poems ing) attempt to reconcile the incomplete, contraFebruary 29 at 6:00 pm: Independence dictory, and inconsistent experiences of a Branch Library (meeting room), 4024 N. speaking self that resides between languagElston Ave. (reading) es, nations, and generations.

Giannoulias Awards Inaugural Illinois John Lewis Youth Leadership Award In partnership with the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS), Illinois Secretary Alexi Giannoulias presented the first-ever Illinois John Lewis Youth Leadership Award to 23-year-old Dasha Pates in a ceremony earlier this month. “I’m excited to partner with NASS to honor and commemorate the extraordinary impact of the late Congressman John Lewis here in Illinois by encouraging our youth to advocate for civil rights, democracy and equality,” Giannoulias said. “Dasha is doing truly incredible “I’m excited to work, and it’s a pleasure to bepartner with NASS stow her with this honor.” Pates, an Oswego native to honor and who graduated from Aurora commemorate University, was selected from the extraordinary a pool of over 30 candidates impact of the late for her work improving access to legal services at the Kane Congressman County Judicial Center. As a JusticeCorps Fellow, Dasha John Lewis here helps disenfranchised members in Illinois by of Kane County, including the encouraging unhoused, people with mental health concerns, people living our youth to in poverty and students. advocate for civil While serving as President of the Aurora University rights, democracy Pre-Law Honor Society, Pates and equality,” created the organization’s first Giannoulias said. Women-in-Law Panel in response to concerns from female students that they lacked role models in the male-dominated legal profession. A first-generation immigrant from the Philippines, Pates became an American citizen and seeks to honor and revive her heritage of advocacy for the downtrodden. She plans to apply for law school this year so she can even more effectively ensure all citizens and residents have equal access to the possibility of justice. Giannoulias plans to accept nominations for the second annual Illinois John Lewis Youth Leadership Award in the fall.

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REAL ESTATE AC 1-10-2024 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION MAIN STREET ASSET SOLUTIONS, INC; Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF BEVERLY J. RILEY; WALEITHA MARLOWE; LESTER MERRIWEATHER; TAMARA RILEY HOLLOWAY; BOBBIE RILEY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 7830 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-36-315-024-0000 VOL. 273. Commonly known as 8410 SOUTH JEFFERY BOULEVARD, CHICAGO, IL 60617. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Law Clerk at Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455. W170306 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3235887 ________________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CELINK Plaintiff, -v.- ADEEBA AKBAR, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, KHALIL AKBAR, HABEEBA AKBAR, CELINE AKBAR, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF SALEEM AKBAR, THOMAS P. QUINN, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR SALEEM AKBAR (DECEASED) Defendants 2021 CH 05615 10135 S. LUELLA AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 22, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 6, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10135 S. LUELLA AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 25-12416-087-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 EMail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-21-02826 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2021 CH 05615 TJSC#: 43-4613 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised

that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 2021 CH 05615 I3235985 ________________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR LEGACY MORTGAGE ASSET TRUST 2018-RPL4 Plaintiff,-v.- BOBBIE N. PEACOCK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2022 CH 04397 444 E. 76TH STREET CHICAGO, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 24, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 20, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 444 E. 76TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-401-025-0000 The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The judgment amount was $293,553.96. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650, Chicago, IL, 60602 (312) 541-9710. Please refer to file number 22-9256. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650 Chicago IL, 60602 312-541-9710 EMail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 22-9256 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 2022 CH 04397 TJSC#: 43-3085 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 2022 CH 04397 I3236161 ________________________________________ AC 1-17-2024 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.- AFRAH B. MANDERSON A/K/A AFRAH BRENDA MANDERSON, HISTORIC CHICAGO BUNGALOW ASSOCIATION Defendants 10 CH 35939 7749 SOUTH CRANDON AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60649 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 15, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 26, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7749 SOUTH CRANDON AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60649 Property Index No. 20-25-422-015-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family home with detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this prop-

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erty is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-3469088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 20-05165IL_614495 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 10 CH 35939 TJSC#: 422050 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 10 CH 35939 I3236068 ________________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.- BONZETTA R. GALBREATH, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA Defendants 2019 CH 07139 7216 S. MICHIGAN AVE 1ST FLOOR CHICAGO, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 19, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 13, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7216 S. MICHIGAN AVE 1ST FLOOR, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-107-0200000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 EMail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-19-05099 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2019 CH 07139 TJSC#: 43-4621 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 2019 CH 07139 I3236314 ________________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE OF CIM TRUST 2021-R5 Plaintiff, -v.- DONNA PITTMAN, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF LAVONNE SMITH, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, AMIR MOHABBAT, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR LAVONNE SMITH (DECEASED) Defendants 2023 CH 06310 8411 S PAXTON CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 14, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 16,

2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8411 S PAXTON, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 20-36411-004-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 EMail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-22-06342 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2023 CH 06310 TJSC#: 43-4266 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 2023 CH 06310 I3236630 _______________________________________ AC 1-24-2024 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISIONNEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING Plaintiff, -v.- DAMON RITENHOUSE, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF GWENDOLYN ROBINSON, DECEASED, U.S. BANK N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE EMPIRE FUNDING HOME LOAN OWNER TRUST, 1999-1, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, REYNARD ROBINSON, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF GWENDOLYN ROBINSON Defendants 22 CH 08078 9533 SOUTH EUCLID AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 15, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 6, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9533 SOUTH EUCLID AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 25-12-103-052-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence with a two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held

at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 3469088. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 2210076IL_797585 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 22 CH 08078 TJSC#: 43-3539 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 22 CH 08078 I3236280 _______________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.- UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF SHIRLEY M. WOODARD AKA SHIRLEY WOODARD, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF SHIRLEY M. WOODARD AKA SHIRLEY WOODARD, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF SHIRLEY M. WOODARD AKA SHIRLEY WOODARD, DECEASED, STEVEN E. WOODARD, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF SHIRLEY M. WOODARD AKA SHIRLEY WOODARD, DECEASED Defendants 22 CH 00474 8347 S. CONSTANCE AVE. CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 16, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 21, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8347 S. CONSTANCE AVE., CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 20-36-305-019-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $90,025.80. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, 601 E. William St., DECATUR, IL, 62523 (217) 422-1719. Please refer to file number 1638384. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 601 E. William St. DECATUR IL, 62523 217-422-1719 Fax #: 217422-1754 E-Mail: CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 1638384 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 22 CH 00474 TJSC#: 43-4571 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 22 CH 00474 I3236822 ________________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC Plaintiff, -v.- CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED AUGUST 30, 2016 A/K/A TRUST NUMBER 8002372292, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2023 CH 06476 8756 S. SAGINAW AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 2, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 21, 2024, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8756 S. SAGINAW

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AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 26-06-104-042-0000 The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 EMail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No.

14-23-04497 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2023 CH 06476 TJSC#: 43-4092 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 2023 CH 06476 I3236910 ________________________________________

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