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GAINS IMPACTFUL EXPERIENCE FROM FOUNDERS FORWARD PROGRAM

Brenda Nelson started Stitch Me Apparel in 2010 as a hobby. Nelson and her husband would attend trade shows and they would come back with gifts from those events. Nelson thought creating custom apparel was something she could do and decided to buy a machine to use for her projects.

Brenda Nelson, owner of Stitch Me Apparel, with Charlie Brownrigg, a Vice President in Information Security Management for J.P. Morgan

Chase Commercial Banking. PHOTO PROVIDED BY J.P. MORGAN CHASE.

GOV. PRITZKER NAMES PRECIOUS BRADY-DAVIS TO METROPOLITAN WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT BOARD

Chicago — Governor JB Pritzker announced his appointment of Precious Brady-Davis to the board of commissioners for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) of Greater Chicago. Brady-Davis currently serves as Associate Regional Communications Director at the Sierra Club and has an extensive history as an advocate and nonprofit coordinator. She will fill the currently vacant seat on the nine-member board of commissioners.

“The appointment of a lifelong advocate and trailblazer like Precious Brady-Davis will bring another fierce voice in defense of environmental justice and equity to the MWRD board,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “I am proud to appoint her to this essential role and hope that Black, trans youth across Illinois see a role model for civic engagement and service to others that reflects their own identities and experiences in her work.”

MWRD of Greater Chicago protects Lake Michigan and local waterways from environmental concerns, and manages wastewater, stormwater, and drinking water projects and programs in the Greater Chicago area. Their 2021-2025 Strategic Plan calls for a commitment to environmental responsibility and health and safety as the region adapts to the growing effects of climate change.

“I’m honored to join the board and serve the nearly 13 million people who access MWRD services every day,” said Precious Brady-Davis. “MWRD has a responsibility to lead in environmental problem-solving while protecting the most vulnerable members of the Chicagoland region. These are both missions I have worked for throughout my life, and I look forward to continuing that work with MWRD.”

Brady-Davis previously ran for MWRD Commissioner in 2022. She was the first Black trans woman to ever appear on the Cook County Ballot. Brady-Davis has also served as deputy press secretary and regional communications manager for the Sierra Club, as well as Youth Outreach Coordinator at the Center on Halsted and Assistant Director of Diversity Recruitment Initiatives at Columbia College Chicago. She is a graduate of Columbia College Chicago with a degree in liberal arts.

SIMMONS INITIATIVE PRIORITIZING DRIVER, PEDESTRIAN SAFETY SIGNED INTO LAW

SPRINGFIELD – Local governments will not compromise driver or pedestrian safety in order to accommodate large trucks on non-designated highways thanks to a new law advocated for by State Senator Mike Simmons.

“Widening intersections to accommodate larger trucks takes away space that can be used for bike lanes, pedestrian walkways and green space,” Simmons said (D-Chicago). “This law will ensure these bike lanes, walkways and open spaces will remain available to community residents to use and enjoy.”

The new law provides that an agency or local government will not be required to design, construct, widen or alter a non-designated highway to accommodate trucks between 55 and 65 feet in length. Additionally, a local government will be required to report to the Illinois Department of Transportation any limitations that prohibit the operation of vehicles on non-designated highways and any non-designated highway that is not designed or constructed after Jan. 1, 2023 to accommodate trucks between 55 and 65 feet in length.

“Highway construction can be time-consuming, dangerous and significantly impact traffic flow,” Simmons said. “This law will allow local governments to avoid such a big undertaking by not requiring them to change their non-designated highways to accommodate larger trucks and vehicles.”

Senate Bill 2278 was signed into law on Friday and goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2024.

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Eventually, she received the opportunity to create custom apparel for a school and Stitch Me Apparel became a CPS Vendor. Stitch Me Apparel specializes in custom branding and promotional items, which includes t-shirts, cups, mugs and banners.

Nelson was one of 10 small business owners who recently participated in J.P. Morgan Chase’s Founders Forward cohort.

The eight-week program provides pro bono consulting to minority, women and veteran, as well as LGBTQ+ small business owners. The business owners in the program are assigned a team of volunteers from J.P. Morgan Chase who assist with a business challenge the entrepreneurs identify.

This was the first year the program, which was launched in Chicago in 2020, took place in person. The other two programs took place virtually because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Nelson was in need of more operational support for Stitch Me Apparel. What stood out to her was the operations process improvement piece. As a seasoned entrepreneur, Nelson saw the value in participating in Founders Forward because it was an opportunity for her to grow her business.

At the end of the program, Nelson walked away with a high impact solution, with recommendations, based on the mentorship from the J.P. Morgan Chase volunteers. She was able to implement software and see changes in her

business in the areas of workflow, as well as money and savings. She said those solutions were helpful and impactful in a short timeframe.

The mentors Nelson worked with had different backgrounds and were able to give her perspective and support. She said all of them impacted her, from the ones who worked with her after hours, to the one who gave her key leadership, as well as the one who put the bug in her ear.

“It was like a group effort, us coming together. They all were very impactful,” she said.

The most valuable advice Nelson received was to stay resilient. In order for the mentors to help her come up with solutions to help her expand her business, she had to be transparent and open up to them about what challenges she was facing. She said they were engaged with her weekly to help her come up with a solution.

“I felt like as an entrepreneur I had to give it my all to make sure the outcome was successful,” she said. Nelson believes programs like Founders Forward are important because the resources they provide are necessary for small business owners to sustain and grow their businesses.

“When you have these resources out here that are available, it’s important to grow yourself within and try to learn and grow your business,” she said. Her advice to other entrepreneurs who want to start a business is to do research, take advantage of resources, ask for help and advice and network. For more information about Stitch Me Apparel, visit www.stitchmeapparel.com.

MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON APPOINTS BEATRIZ PONCE DE LEÓN TO SERVE AS DEPUTY MAYOR OF IMMIGRANT, MIGRANT AND REFUGEE RIGHTS

CHICAGO — Mayor Brandon Johnson announced that Beatriz Ponce de León will serve as the City of Chicago’s first-ever Deputy Mayor of Immigrant, Migrant and Refugee Rights.

“Beatriz is an excellent addition to our team, and I am looking forward to working with her to provide these vital and culturally vibrant communities the resources they need to thrive in our city,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “Together, we will ensure that Chicago embraces immigrants and asylum seekers, remains a safe, welcoming home to all, and that anyone seeking sanctuary in our city can have a prosperous life and future.”

“From the founding of our city, immigrants have been at the heart of making Chicago the city that works,” said Beatriz Ponce de León. “As the daughter of immigrants and a lifelong Chicagoan, it is a distinct honor to serve in this first-ever role. I thank Mayor Johnson for having the vision and valor to create this position so we can better serve our immigrant, migrant and refugee com -

munities so that they can contribute to the life and vitality our city by raising their families and being a productive member of their communities.”

Ponce de León brings to the role a breadth of expertise on a wide range of issues including immigrant rights and integration, education equity, bilingual education and language diversity, adolescent rights, health care access, voter engagement, and community development.

Most recently, Ponce de León worked for the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) where she held several roles, including Assistant Director of the Division of Family and Community Services, Chief of Staff for the Division of Mental Health, and Healing Illinois Project Manager.

At IDHS she was instrumental in developing and launching new projects, building staff capacity and leadership, leading strategic planning and organizational development, and assisting with the State’s asylum seeker support efforts.

Owner of Stitch Me Apparel Brenda Nelson (center), with Girish Bagal, Executive Director, Quant Analytics Director for J.P. Morgan Chase Commercial Banking; Charlie Brownrigg, Vice President in Information Security Management for J.P. Morgan Commercial Banking; Matt McClain, VP, Payments, J.P. Morgan Corporate & Investment Bank; and Lawrence Cosby, VP, IT Strategy Manager for JPMorgan Chase. PHOTO PROVIDED BY J.P. MORGAN CHASE.

CITY OF CHICAGO AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS ANNOUNCE NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHICAGOANS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CITY’S CUMULATIVE IMPACT ASSESSMENT POLITICAL AFFAIRS

CHICAGO – Mayor Brandon Johnson, Office of Climate & Environmental Equity (OCEE), Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) and community co-leaders announced new opportunities for Chicago residents to participate in Chicago’s Cumulative Impact Assessment (CIA). The CIA is the City’s first initiative to comprehensively examine and assess how combined environmental, health and social stressors affect Chicago residents, and to identify communities that experience the greatest impacts.

“The CIA process is the very best demonstration of the full force of government working hand in hand with the people of Chicago to assess ways in which we can understand and mitigate environmental harm in our neighborhoods,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “Through this process, we are meaningfully partnering with leaders on the frontlines of environmental justice as well as prioritizing the lived experience of individuals most impacted by pollution to guide and inform this important project.”

The CIA is a critical step by helping to inform decision-making in policy areas such as land use and zoning, transportation, permitting, enforcement and more. It is being implemented in close coordination with community groups from the Chicagoland Environmental Justice Network, including co-chairs from the Little Village Environmental Justice Organization, Neighbors for Environmental Justice, People for Community Recovery, and the Southeast Environmental Task Force.

A Community Engagement Calendar of in-person opportunities to learn more about the CIA and provide direct input; and

Progress Updates from the CIA working groups, including a summary document outlining potential policy reforms to fully consider the collective environmental burden of existing and proposed industrial operations.

Public comment and feedback from impacted communities is essential to the success of the CIA initiative. Interested parties are encouraged to visit Chicago.gov/cumulativeimpact to learn more and share their thoughts about the CIA via an online survey and through written comments submitted through July 31, 2023.

“We are deeply grateful to the community organizations that have been working with us on this assessment from the beginning,” said CDPH Commissioner Allison Arwady, M.D. “This summer we look forward to robust public conversation about progress on this initiative – particularly from people most impacted by historic and continuing burdens.”

“Defining our partnership as co-led and co-designed is not about how it looks or works,” said Madalynn Benavides, Cumulative Impacts Organizer for Neighbors for Environmental Justice. “It is about establishing community relationships and working with multiple minds and people with lived experiences that allows us to collaborate on a shared vision for the City.”

SIMS ENDS YOUTH SOLITARY CONFINEMENT

State Senator Elgie R. Sims, Jr. led a new law to end youth solitary confinement – leading to better outcomes for children who are detained.

“Sadly, across the nation, young people are being held in solitary confinement for unreasonably long periods of time, sometimes spending 22 hours or more alone each day,” said Sims (D-Chicago). “That is inhumane and can cause long-term grave psychological, physical and developmental harm.”

Sims’ law prohibits the use of solitary confinement on young detainees in detention centers for any purpose other than preventing immediate physical harm.

Young people in solitary confinement are isolated both physically and socially, often for days, weeks, or even months on end. Sometimes there is a window allowing natural light to enter or a view of the world outside cell walls. Sometimes it is possible to communicate by yelling to other inmates, with voices distorted, reverberating against concrete and metal. Occasionally, they get a book or bible, and if they are lucky, study materials. But inside this cramped space, few contours distinguish one hour, one day, week, or one month, from the next.

“For children, who are still developing and more vulnerable to irreparable harm, risks are magnified – particularly those with disabilities or histories of trauma and abuse,” said Sims. “Children should not be deprived of the services, programming, and other tools they need for healthy growth, education, and development. We should be helping children grow into productive and healthy adults, not harming them, this is particularly true when they have come into the criminal legal system. If we are going to have true safety and justice, we must invest in a criminal legal system that creates pathways to success not one that tears down our young people and creates a cycle of recidivism.”

Senate Bill 3140 was signed into law Friday.

BELT LAW TO MAKE AMUSEMENT PARKS SAFER

State Senator Christopher Belt is making amusement rides and attractions safer for families, thanks to a new law that will require amusement parks to have at least one staff member qualified to administer CPR.

“This law will enhance safety standards and ensure the well-being of visitors at amusement parks statewide,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “It is important that we acknowledge the need for effective emergency response in high-risk environments and that we implement policies that will ensure the safety of our community members and state visitors.”

The new law requires a park’s owner or operator to ensure that at least one operator working on site has been certified to provide first aid and CPR.

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“Our goal through the Cumulative Impact Assessment is to build meaningful partnerships and advance community-informed solutions, actions and policy changes that will alleviate environmental burdens and advance environmental justice in Chicago,” said Chicago’s Chief Sustainability Officer Angela Tovar.

In early 2023, working groups were formed to focus on Data and Methods, Communications and Engagement and Policy. Today at Chicago.gov/cumulativeimpact, the working groups made available:

An Environmental Justice Action Plan outlining the City’s commitments to ensure that justice and equity principles are part of day-to-day operations and decision-making;

A Community Input Summary that describes the lived experience of people who reside in environmental justice communities, based on a qualitative analysis of community feedback related to environmental, health, and quality-of-life impacts;

“Engaging environmental justice communities is the only way we will be successful in addressing the unequal burden of industrial operations in Chicago,” said Chloe Butler-Jones, Communications Coordinator for People for Community Recovery. “It is this belief that drives our progress on the Cumulative Impact Assessment and our efforts to center people’s lived experiences.”

In addition, foundational materials that helped inform the CIA are also now available online, including a landscape assessment of how other jurisdictions are using cumulative impacts data to inform policy changes; and charters that outline the goals, scope of work, decision-making process and deliverables for each CIA working group.

Completion of a baseline CIA is expected by September 1, 2023, followed by presentation to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chair of the City Council Committee on Environmental Protection and Energy by October 31, 2023.

“This law is crucial for safeguarding the lives of people looking to simply enjoy an amusement park,” said Belt. “Providing trained personnel who can effectively handle medical emergencies will offer peace of mind to park-goers and their families.”

The governor signed House Bill 3097 into law on Friday, June 30 and it goes into effect Jan. 1, 2024.

PETERS COMBATS WAGE THEFT

To reduce wage theft and provide workers with more time to recover wages owed to them, State Senator Robert Peters’ measure extending the recovery time was signed into law.

“Wage theft is no better than regular theft. It uplifts the State on the backs of the working class,” said Peters (D-Chicago). “This measure seeks to give working people more time to recover unpaid wages.”

Under previous minimum wage laws, the Illinois Department of Labor was able to recover wages on behalf of an employee but was not always able to locate and pay the employee by the time investigations and court processes were completed. Peters’ new law extends the time for wage recovery to three years to give the Department of Labor and employees more time to recover back wages.

Additionally, Peters’ law ensures that money recovered and held beyond the three-year recovery period is deposited into the Wage Theft Enforcement Fund and the Unclaimed Property Trust Fund. Previously, unclaimed wages held by the Department of Labor beyond the recovery time were transferred to the state’s General Revenue Fund.

“Educating employees on where they can find their money is more rewarding than placing their earnings into the General Revenue Fund,” Peters said. “Boosting the General Revenue Fund with recovered wages that people are owed is not an ethical or sustainable way to increase revenue. People deserve as much time as possible to recover their unpaid wages.”

House Bill 3227 was signed into law Friday.

The Most Powerful Black Social Impact Network That You’ve Never Heard of Just Turned 10 and Is Changing Minds on Equity

DETROIT, PRNewswire -- In 2013, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation spun off BMe Community, an innovative Black leadership network. Since then, its members have created hundreds of award-winning social impact programs, achieved extraordinary policy breakthroughs, and are leading a paradigm shift in philanthropy’s approach to equity.

On July 1, 2023, BMe Community celebrated its 10th anniversary by launching the “Build More Equity” tour to teach its high-impact paradigm shift, called “Asset-Framing®,” to more foundations and social impact leaders.

Asset-Framing is a cognitive science-based approach to building equity that focuses on defining people by their aspirations and contributions before noting and addressing their challenges. The impact of this approach, along with the achievements of BMe members is prompting leaders to reassess their approach to equity-building.

“Learning about Asset-Framing is like discovering that you’ve been trying to walk up the down escalator,” says Blue Meridian Partners’ Chief Investment Officer, Jim Shelton.

The Black leaders in BMe Community have:

Changed the Florida constitution in 2018 to allow 1.4 million formerly imprisoned people to vote thanks to the Florida Restoration Rights Coalition, led by Nobel Peace Prize nominee Desmond Meade.

Financed over $500 million in property loans in low-to-moderate income Black communities in Boston, Miami, and LA through OneUnited Bank, co-owned and led by Teri Williams.

Exposed $156 billion artificial devaluation of property in Black neighborhoods across America through the research of Dr. Andre Perry at the Brookings Institution, which informs the Biden Administration’s wealth gap strategy.

Purchased Pensole Lewis College in Detroit and partnered with DSW, Versace, Jimmy Choo, General Motors, the Toronto Raptors, Detroit Pistons and others to make it the premier HBCU for careers in the product creation industries. All led by legendary footwear designer Dr. D’Wayne Edwards.

During a National Public Radio interview, On Being host Krista Tippet called, Asset-Framing “A cognitive skill for magnifying humanity that is necessary for all healing and building.”

“It’s the best equity training I’ve ever experienced,” says Interfaith American founder Eboo Patel.

The Build More Equity tour not only educates leaders on Asset-Framing but also aims to generate funds for BMe’s Black and multiracial Leadership Community Programs. Penn State University’s 10-year impact study revealed that BMe provided initial funding to 66% of the supported Black-led initiatives, which in turn attracted investments 54 times larger than BMe’s $10,000 angel grants.

Eighty-five percent of leaders in these programs say they are “incredibly effective at building trust” and 100% collaborate with each other thereafter.

The 2023 Skillman BMe Vanguard and BMe Vanguard programs are funded by Skillman Foundation, McKnight Foundation, Ballmer Group, and the NBA Foundation. These programs support unsung, proximate Black leaders who have dedicated their lives to helping others to live, own, vote and excel.

Founded by Trabian Shorters, Sarah Multidor and Benjamin Evans, BMe Community demonstrates how to build more equity, trust, collaboration, and impact without stigmatizing people. BMe encourages foundations, associations, and social impact leaders who want to have similar successes to email partner@bmecommunity.org.

BMe’s mission is to build more caring and prosperous communities, inspired by Black people. BMe is supported by your generous donations, and leading foundations including McKnight Foundation, Skillman Foundation, NBA Foundation, Ballmer Group, Langeloth Foundation, Knight Foundation, Chicago Beyond and TrabianShorters.com.

Written by Ken L. Porter who is the founder and Chief Storyteller at Porter Media Group (PMG Agency), an acclaimed social impact communications firm in Detroit, MI. He serves as the Executive Producer for Journey of Stories, an original film series by PMG highlighting the global Black narrative. Ken is a recipient of the Skillman BMe Vanguard Award and has been recognized as a Michigan Chronicle 40-Under-40 awardee.

Northwestern Mutual Recognized Among the “Best Companies for Diversity” by Black Enterprise Magazine

MILWAUKEE, PRNewswire -- An unwavering commitment to respect and inclusion is core to Northwestern Mutual’s culture – a quality that earned the company acclaim from one of the nation’s premier news outlets for Black and African American business professionals. Black Enterprise has named Northwestern Mutual to its list of Best Companies for Diversity, recognizing the firm’s ongoing efforts to foster a diverse and equitable workplace.

“We aim to celebrate and support diversity in all facets of our organization – from our talent across our campuses, to our business and supplier partners,” said Amy Hanneman, Northwestern Mutual’s vice president – diversity and inclusion. “We know that when we diversify, we attract better talent, enhance our capabilities, increase our relevance and grow our client base. We are honored that Black Enterprise acknowledges our relentless efforts to cultivate a workplace where everyone can be and do their best, and we remain committed to this work because it is in the best interests of our policyowners.”

Northwestern Mutual is dedicated to providing an inspiring, inclusive work environment. The company has eight award-winning employee resource groups (ERGs), multi-year strategies focused on inclusion such as its Women’s and Sustained Action for Racial Equity initiatives, and recently announced a $500 million investment in its headquarters campus to expand its best-in-class workplace. The plans further the goal of creating an unparalleled campus experience, fostering connection and collaboration among employees and retaining the next generation of talent.

The company has also been recognized with numerous workplace awards – including several that exemplify the company’s desire to champion greater diversity, equity and inclusion – such as:

Four consecutive perfect scores on the Disability Equality Index (2019-2022)

Eight consecutive perfect scores on the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index (2015-2022)

2023 Forbes’ America’s Best Large Employers

2022 National Business Inclusion Consortium Top 50 Best-of-the-Best Corporations for Inclusion Military Friendly Award (2021-2022)

Top 50 Company for Multicultural Women in Leadership (2021)

Seramount’s Best Companies for Dads (2021)

Seven ERGs ranked in the Top 25 nationally by the Association of ERGs & Councils (2021)

Diversity Best Practices Top 100 Companies for Diversity (2020)

To learn more about Northwestern Mutual’s workplace accolades, please visit news.northwesternmutual.com/ awards-and-recognition.

Northwestern Mutual has been helping people and businesses achieve financial security for more than 165

years. Through a comprehensive planning approach, Northwestern Mutual combines the expertise of its financial professionals with a personalized digital experience and industry-leading products to help its clients plan for what’s most important. With more than $558 billion of total assets being managed across the company’s institutional portfolio as well as retail investment client portfolios, nearly $35 billion in revenues, and $2.2 trillion worth of life insurance protection in force, Northwestern Mutual delivers financial security to more than five million people with life, disability income and long-term care insurance, annuities, and brokerage and advisory services. Northwestern Mutual ranked 111 on the 2023 FORTUNE 500.

Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM), Milwaukee, WI (life and disability insurance, annuities, and life insurance with long-term care benefits) and its subsidiaries. Subsidiaries include Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (investment brokerage services), broker-dealer, registered investment adviser, member FINRA and SIPC; the Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company® (NMWMC) (investment advisory and services), federal savings bank; and Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company (NLTC) (long-term care insurance). Not all Northwestern Mutual representatives are advisors. Only those representatives with “Advisor” in their title or who otherwise disclose their status as an advisor of NMWMC are credentialed as NMWMC representatives to provide investment advisory services.

BMe Community Co-Founders; Benjamin Evans, Sarah Multidor, and Trabian Shorters. PRNEWFOTO.

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Rita Sola Cook President, Bank of America Chicago

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The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois Thanks You

Fourteen-Hundred Strong Walked for Kidneys; Find Out How You Can Still Help

Chicago – In June, the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois (NKFI) welcomed 1,400 patients, family members, friends, and supporters of those with kidney disease to Diversey Harbor for the 24th annual Walk for Kidneys. People from all over Chicagoland turned out to embrace NKFI’s mission of improving the health and well-being of those at risk or affected by kidney disease through prevention, education, and empowerment. They raised more than $237,000, which will go directly towards the crucial programs cultivated by NKFI and will provide services for people affected by or at risk of kidney disease across Illinois.

“We cannot thank Chicagoland enough for the vital support it provides consistently to the work that we do to support those impacted by kidney diseases across this state,” said Jacqueline Burgess-Bishop, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer of the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois. “This disease does not discriminate, but our Black and Brown communities are disproportionately impacted by kidney disease. It is only with the community’s help that we can change the trajectory of this disease.”

NKFI also thanks Baxter International, Inc. for being presenting sponsor of the 24th Annual Walk for Kidneys. Other sponsors include Associates in Nephrology, Nephrology Associates of Northern Illinois and Indiana, Cook County Meds Disposal Initiative, Fresenius Kidney Care, NxStage, Rush University Medical Center, Somatus, and more. If you missed the walk, you can still donate to the cause by visiting www.nkfi.org/walk.

Statistics show that 1 in 3 American adults is at risk of developing chronic kidney disease (CKD) and 1 in 7 American adults already has CKD. NKFI seeks to improve these statistics by educating the public on the risk factors, offering support to those with the disease, and funding research.

About the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois

The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois improves the health and well-being of individuals at risk for or affected by kidney disease through prevention, education and empowerment. To learn more about the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois and its programs, please visit www.nkfi.org.

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West Town Chamber of Commerce Announces Full Lineup and Programming for Dancing in the Streets

CHICAGO, ILL. – As festival season continues, The West Town Chicago Chamber of Commerce (WTCC) is thrilled to announce the lineup and event programming for Dancing in the Streets! In partnership with On Tour Brewing Company, the annual street fest highlights West Town’s growing brewer community with live music, dancing, local food vendors and makers, and a vast selection of craft beer from the Chicago Brewing District. The celebration kicks off Friday, August 4th through Sunday, August 6th, 2023 promising cold brews and hot jams that include headliners Terrapin Flyer, Rock & Rye and Old Shoe, with more than a dozen bands rounding out the lineup.

This year’s festival will benefit Arts of Life, as well as the year-round efforts of the West Town Chamber of Commerce, helping to support and showcase the talent, vibrancy and collaborative spirit that make West Town and its Brewing District a destination for locals and visitors alike. This year’s Dancing in the Streets will also offer plenty of activities for the kids! The street fest will feature live art making curated by Kiss The Brain, and for the first time: a family-friendly “Lil Hops Fun Zone” presented by Altitude Trampoline Park and KitchFix.

While Dancing In The Streets is a celebration of the West Town neighborhood and community, it was also born out of the spirit of peace and love championed by the Grateful Dead. It’s no accident that the name of the event is also a popular Grateful Dead song. Further, the festival dates were chosen specifically to coincide with the “days between,” which is the name of the week celebrating the memory of Jerry Garcia between August 1st, Jerry Garcia’s birthday, and August 9th, the date that Garcia passed away.

Dancing in the Streets takes place on Hubbard Street between Paulina and Wood (1700-1800 W Hubbard St. Chicago IL 60622) on Friday, August 4th from 5-10PM, Saturday, August 5th from 12-10PM, and Sunday, August 6th from 12-10PM. The “Lil Hops Fun Zone” will be open Saturday, August 5th and Sunday, August 6th from 12p until 6pm. A $10 donation is requested at the gate. The full lineup of bands and live art events can be found below, and more information on the West Town Chamber of Commerce can be found on their website at westtownchamber.org.

BAND LINEUP

Presented by On Tour Brewing Company

FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2023

5:00-6:00PM: Magic Bus

6:30-8:00PM: Lunar Ticks

8:30-10:00PM: Rock & Rye

SATURDAY, AUGUST 5, 2023

1:00-2:00PM: Wood Street Bloodhounds

2:30-4:00PM: Trouble Ahead

4:30-6:00PM: Peach Jam

6:30-8:00PM: Terrapin Flyer (Set 1)

8:30-10:00PM: Terrapin Flyer (Set 2)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6, 2023

1:00-2:00PM: Through a Different Lens

2:30-4:00PM: Brendan Forrest & Friends

4:30-6:00PM: Jon Gram & The Sway

6:30-8:00PM: The Brooklyn Charmers

8:30-10:00PM: Old Shoe

LIVE ART TENTS PROGRAMMING

Presented by Kiss The Brain COLLABORATORS

Laina Joy

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DJ Staord

LIVE PAINTERS

Cecilio Garcia

Emma Lyons

Nick Apple

Kristen Wenc

Katie Klimaceck

Laina Joy

LIVE ART, INSTALLATIONS + WORKSHOPS

Karla Crochets: Handmade festival wear, live and interactive crochet

Rebecca Memoli: Cyanotype workshop (create your own prints, tote bags)

Jordan Campbell, Cody Norman, Tom Burtonwood: Plastic art installation, environmental trivia, live demos

Xtina and Julia: Fun, colorful festival hair and handmade accessories

Lindsey Gevry: Guided make your own jewelry and fun festival accessories

Russel Scott: Live art using a magnifying glass and the sun

Rebecca LaFlure: Chalk art inspired by the Grateful Dead

Emily Gil: Live portrait paintings and illustrations

The West Town Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization with hundreds of small business members. The Chamber’s mission is to foster community and economic development by empowering businesses with information and technical resources, creating connections, and providing neighborhood-wide marketing and other valuable programming. westtownchamber.org.

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LIVE @ LIGHTHOUSE SUMMER CONCERTS CONTINUE WITH ALLAN HARRIS JULY 13

Soul/Jazz singer hailed by Tony Bennett as “my favorite singer” featured in performances at 7 & 9 p.m. at Lighthouse ArtSpace Chicago

Lighthouse ArtSpace Chicago (108 W. Germania Pl.) continues its Live @ Lighthouse summer concert series with Allan Harris. Legendary jazz and showtune singer Tony Bennett has called Harris “my favorite singer.” Harris will be showcased in 7 and 9 p.m. performances Thursday, July 13.

The Harlem-based vocalist, guitarist, band leader and composer Harris has reigned supreme as the most accomplished and exceptional singer of his generation. Aptly described by the Miami Herald as an artist blessed with, “the warmth of Tony Bennett, the bite and rhythmic sense of Sinatra, and the sly elegance of Nat ‘King’ Cole,” the ample and aural evidence of Harris’ moving artistry can be heard on his 14 recordings and his far-flung and critically acclaimed concerts around the world.

Harris’ nationally acclaimed smash “Cross That River” (2006) which tells the unsung story of America’s black cowboys and sheds light on their oft-overlooked contribution in taming the American West was featured in the New York Times and on NPR’s Weekend Edition and CBS and NBC. Harris is scheduled to release his newest recording, “Live at Blue Llama” on July 28 via Love Productions Records in collaboration with Live at Blue LLama Records. This will be Harris’ first live

album in more than a decade and was recorded this past January.

Harris’ numerous awards, include the New York Nightlife Award for “Outstanding Jazz Vocalist” – which he won three times – the Backstage Bistro Award for “Ongoing Achievement in Jazz,” the DownBeat Critic’s Poll Award for “Rising Star Jazz Vocalist,” the Hot House Jazz Magazine “Jazz Vocalist of the Year Award” in 2015 and 2016, the Harlem Speaks “Jazz Museum of Harlem Award,” France’s Palmares Award for 3rd Best Jazz Vocal Album of 2019, among others.

Remaining artists scheduled for the Live @ Lighthouse concert series include two jazz trios: the legendary Lenny White with Cyrus Chestnut and Buster Williams (Aug. 10); and Billy Hart, Yotam Silberstein and Omer Abital (Aug. 31). All jazz performances are presented in partnership with the Michael Brovkine Agency.

Tickets for all Live @ Lighthouse concerts start at $65 and are on sale at lighthouseartspace.com/chicago. In addition to the musical performance, each ticket includes a free welcome drink and the “Mozart Immersive” experience. VIP tickets include a souvenir poster signed by the featured artist/s, and a meet and greet with the performer following the show.

For more information on Lighthouse ArtSpace Chicago’s programs and offerings, follow @lighthouseartspacechicago on Facebook and Instagram.

ComEd’s New and Enhanced Online Solar Calculators Help Customers Navigate Clean Energy Options

CHICAGO – ComEd announced it has introduced new enhancements to its private rooftop and community solar calculators to make it easier for customers to learn more about costs, benefits and savings as demand for these options continues to grow and contribute to the goals of Illinois’ Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), one of the nation’s most ambitious plans for renewable energy development.

“The updates to the new solar calculators make it easy for customers to determine their best options for accessing the benefits of solar energy, including the positive environmental impact they can make by reducing their carbon footprint through solar energy,” said Lewis Binswanger, ComEd’s senior vice president of Government and External Affairs. “We are available to support customers in every step of their solar journey.”

The number of ComEd residential and business customers who have installed solar systems has grown from 837 at the end of 2016 to 41,270 customers through May of this year. Additionally, there are more than 82 community solar projects in ComEd’s northern Illinois service territory and the company estimates there will be more than 100 projects serving more than 25,000 customers by the end of this year. Community solar is a popular option for customers whose roofs are not suited for rooftop solar, do not own their roofs, or want to combine rooftop solar with community solar.

Not every home is well suited for rooftop solar, which is why ComEd offers a tool to help customers get the facts to decide if rooftop solar is right for them. The interactive rooftop solar calculator evaluates a roof’s solar energy potential, including factors such as roof direction, slope and shading. To ensure that rooftop solar estimates will reflect a customers’ energy requirements, the calculator allows customers to include future electric usage that would result from electric vehicle charging or the replacement of gas appliances with electric alternatives. Customers receive a personalized report that combines current and estimated future energy usage and includes the number of solar

panels required to meet their energy needs, project costs, rebates, incentives and payback period.

The calculator also provides information on a rebate program that is newly available to residential customers through CEJA. It offers a rebate of $300 per kilowatt for an eligible distributed generation facility, such as a private solar system, and a rebate of $300 per kilowatt hour for an associated energy storage device. Customers are able to compare their potential payback with and without incorporating the rebate, enabling them to see how it would impact their estimated payback period.

ComEd also has launched a new community solar calculator, which provides estimated savings based on current energy usage. Community solar allows all ComEd customers to subscribe to a solar energy “farm” of solar panels owned by an independent developer and earn credits on their monthly ComEd bills for their portion of the energy produced by the project.

The rooftop and community solar calculators provide information on customer assistance programs, including Illinois Solar for All, which helps customers who may qualify for more affordable solar installation or community solar subscriptions through state incentives. CEJA, which was enacted in 2021, increases funding for Illinois Solar for All from $30 million to $70 million annually.

The multi-year grid and rate plans ComEd filed with the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) earlier this year outline the proposed investments required to support this rapid expansion of renewable energy and help ensure equitable access to the benefits of clean energy under CEJA. The plans align with ComEd 2030, the company’s recently announced vision for a carbon-free energy future that will benefit all communities and meet customers’ changing needs for the rest of this decade and beyond.

To learn more about ComEd’s new and improved solar calculators visit: https://secure.comed.com/MyGeneration/

Stephen Voyce Sets Free with “Emancipation of Eze”: The New EP Chronicles His Journey of Personal Liberation

MONTREAL, PRNewswire -- Stephen Voyce, the gifted Canadian-Nigerian singer-songwriter surprised fans and broke new ground with the release of his anticipated project, “Emancipation of Eze,” a 10-track EP that marks a significant shift in his creative journey. Embarking on a new creative chapter, after years of releasing individual singles, Voyce’s transformative project showcases his vocals and artistic growth. Available now across digital stores and platforms, this collection of songs showcases Voyce’s evolution as an artist and serves as a powerful expression of freedom.

“The Emancipation of Eze” holds immense significance as Voyce’s exploration of freedom and the acceptance of letting go. The EP’s title itself hints at the overarching theme, as it reveals one of Voyce’s Nigerian names, Eze, short for Ezechinyere which translates from Igbo to English as King, reflecting his heritage.

“Hearing ‘Promise Land’ and ‘The Motion’ in this body of work feels like a homecoming,” said Stephen Voyce, highlighting the significance of these tracks in the context of the EP.

From the infectious energy of the opening track, ‘Scream,’ to the introspective melodies of the closing song, ‘Time,’ Voyce’s soulful vocals and evocative lyrics leave a lasting mark on the listener’s heart and mind. Beyond those, the EP consists of primarily new music, with ‘The

Motion’ and ‘Promise Land’ being previously released commercial tracks.

Voyce’s songwriting genius is on full display throughout, with tracks like ‘Scream’ and ‘Prophet’ showcase an unrelenting confidence, while tracks like ‘Time’ and ‘Stand by You’ reveal his emotional scars. It is that duality to his creativity that makes him honest and human.

All the new material for the EP was written, recorded, and produced by Stephen Voyce within the span of two weeks. The entire process felt like, to him, a compulsion, a need that craved fulfillment; and so his attention was hyper focused. Since the release, “Stand by You” was selected for an official R&B Spotify Playlist called “Mood Ring” which boasts over 145,000 saves.

Stephen Voyce is a multiple-award winning singer, songwriter, producer, actor, filmmaker, science geek with an ever growing following and fanbase, collaborations with artists around the world. With four commercially released albums, countless singles and collaborations, industry recognition, a budding acting career, he now finds himself in a new chapter, a chapter that sees the artist filled with confidence and a readiness to tell a new story.

To learn more about Stephen Voyce and his music, visit his official website: www.stephenvoycestore.com.

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MÝA RELEASES “IT’S ALL ABOUT ME (25TH ANNIVERSARY REMIX)” VIDEO - A REINVENTED CLASSIC

Los Angeles, CA – We are thrilled to announce the premiere of Grammy Award-winning artist Mýa’s new music video, “It’s All About Me (25th Anniversary Remix)” -- a reinvented heels choreography version of her 1998 debut music video. This video celebrates Mýa’s remarkable 25-year journey in the music industry, showcasing her enduring talent as a premier dancer and performer.

The 2023 version of “It’s All About Me” is directed and choreographed by the iconic Brian Friedman, a pioneer and entrepreneur in the dance industry, who has worked with top music artists such as Michael Jackson, Celine Dion, Janet Jackson, Prince, Paula Abdul, and more. This collaboration marks another milestone in their history of successful collaborations, including Mýa’s “My Love is like Wo!” music video, Mýa’s MTV ICON tribute performance for Janet Jackson, and Mýa’s fierce “Whatever Bitch” performance from Pepsi Smash.

Mýa on working with Brian Friedman: “It was a complete full circle moment working with the incredibly dynamic Brian Friedman. We share a history of unforgettable moments, and I couldn’t be more thrilled for our 25th anniversary collaboration! His exceptional talent, musicality, technique, versatility, and expertise in both visual and live performance bring out the absolute best in artists. It was an absolute joy to connect with greatness once again.”

Brian Friedman on working with Mýa: “I was thrilled to hear from Mýa after so many years and without hesitation jumped on board for this special project! I always love my time with Mýa… as a choreographer the greatest gift you can receive is an artist who is technically trained. Mya’s vocabulary and understanding for movement is so extensive

and I had the best time bringing my work to life on her. I hope the fans love this as much as we do!”

This year marks Mýa’s 25th anniversary in the music industry. Her self-titled debut album in 1998 went double platinum, producing hit singles such as “It’s All About Me,” “Movin On,” and “My First Night With You.” Her collaborations with renowned artists such as Christina Aguilera, Lil’ Kim, P!nk, and Missy Elliott on the Grammy winning “Lady Marmalade” and other hits such as “Ghetto Supastar”, “Take Me There”, “Case of the Ex”, “Girls Dem Sugar”, “Free” & “My Love is like Wo!” solidified her status as a cross-genre international staple. Mya is also a highly respected indelible talent across film, television, Broadway,

and gaming, with a Screen Actors Guild award for her performance in the Academy Award-winning film “Chicago.” In 2008, Mýa began her own independent label, Planet 9, and has since released various compilations and Grammy Nominated albums.

Recently, Mýa has been making waves with her viral vogue video on International Dance Day and her participation in the Humane Society’s More than a Pet campaign. She continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the music industry, with new projects on the horizon.

Grammy Award-winning entertainer Mýa is a globally celebrated singer, songwriter, producer, actress, dancer, choreographer, model, philanthropist, activist, and entrepreneur. With a career spanning over 25 years, Mýa’s alluring talent echoes around the globe and across decades as a beloved, respected artist. Her self-titled debut album in 1998 went double platinum, producing hit singles such as “It’s All About Me,” “Movin On,” and “My First Night With You.” Collaborations with renowned artists such as Christina Aguilera, Lil’ Kim, P!nk, and Missy Elliott on the Grammy winning “Lady Marmalade” and other hits such as “Ghetto Supastar”, “Take Me There”, “Case of the Ex”, “Girls Dem Sugar”, “Free” & “My Love is like Wo!” solidified her status as a cross-genre international staple. Mýa is also a highly respected indelible talent across film, television, Broadway, and gaming, with a Screen Actors Guild award for her performance in the Academy Award-winning film “Chicago.” In 2008, Mýa began her own independent label, Planet 9, and has since released various compilations and Grammy Nominated albums. In 2023, Mýa marks her 25th anniversary in the entertainment industry…with the best yet to come!

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Ryan Destiny and Pacsun

Expand Partnership, Unveiling ‘90s-Inspired Summer Collection for 2023

LOS ANGELES, PRNewswire -- Ryan Destiny and Pacsun are back with the third drop of her self-titled apparel collection, created in collaboration with Pacsun. The summer collection serves as her 2023 debut and draws inspiration from closets of the ‘90s, with a curated selection of bold pieces that merge sophistication and trend into every ensemble. Destiny’s artistic prowess shines through as she infuses elements of grunge and menswear, creating a contemporary aesthetic that resonates with Gen Z’s evolving trends and shopping behaviors.

Cargo details are at the forefront, incorporating elements of utilitarian style. Parachute pants and skirts adorned with cargo accents bring a fresh take on grunge, while delicate lace and mesh details introduce soft, feminine notes. Destiny also incorporates modern silhouettes with nostalgic, low-rise bottoms, complementing vintage charm with contemporary fashion to create bold, distinctive looks.

The collection showcases a carefully curated neutral palette intertwined with cool color

Introducing Lineage Watch Co - A Timeless Fusion of Craftsmanship and Innovation

SAN DIEGO – Lineage Watch Company, a female-owned, black-owned, and family-owned and operated enterprise, proudly announces its official launch today, coinciding with the commemoration of Juneteenth. This new brand of timepieces is not only proudly built in America, but also represents a commitment to reviving the art of master watchmaking in the United States. With a passionate and diverse team at the helm, Lineage Watch Company stands as a true embodiment of the American Dream. Join us in our endeavor to revitalize the legacy of American craftsmanship, with every watch crafted by a Certified Master Watchmaker (CMW21) and hand-assembled by skilled technicians in the United States.

The Destiny Collection and The Legacy Collection will be the first Lineage watches available for purchase. The Destiny Collection (MSRP $395), a timeless minimalist design, features the Ameriquartz 7320b quartz movement. The watch’s 42mm case displays both polished and brushed finishes to accentuate the smooth elements of the case’s design, features an elegant Milanese metal bracelet, and will be available in four color options: gold, rose gold, bright silver, and brushed black. The Legacy Collection (MSRP $895) features an elegant heritage-style watch design showcasing the Americhron 7A20 automatic movement which is visible through the timepiece’s sapphire crystal exhibition caseback. The two-level dial is adorned with polished Roman numeral markers which match the finely polished bezel and 39mm case, and will be available in stainless steel, gold, and rose gold with a matching Jubilee bracelet, with either a black or white dial.

Several additional collections are in the pipeline, with different color dial options and features for both The Destiny Collection and The Legacy Collection to be available for purchase by the end of 2023. Every Lineage Watch Co timepiece is designed, engineered, tested, and built in the United States with a focus on quality, beauty, and design embodying the sophisticated and diverse culture of San Diego.

“Each watch is crafted with precision and attention to detail, using the highest quality materials to ensure that they will last for years to come,” said Brianna Edwards, President and CEO of Lineage. “As a black-owned business, it was significant to launch our Lineage Watches on Juneteenth to honor the sacrifice and rich history of African Americans. The name Lineage also speaks to our past and to the future of the company – knowing where we come from, who we are, and where we are going. The North Star in our logo and design is a nod to not only stylish aspects of the watches and brand, but to the notion that everyone, regardless of background or circumstance, has their own true North and can define their own legacy.”

combinations, centered around key pieces that embody timeless appeal deliberately designed to make a statement. The intentional blending of hues creates a seamless transition from the vibrant energy of Summer and the muted tones of Fall, making it the ideal assortment for the in-between seasons.

“Ryan Destiny’s creative vision combined with Pacsun’s commitment to quality and style has resulted in a collection that captures the essence of 90s fashion while incorporating contemporary elements,” said Abbie Hutzler, Women’s Buying Director at Pacsun. “With 90s nostalgia currently trending among our consumers, and this drop is set to resonate and captivate the Pac Community.”

The Ryan Destiny Summer Collection is now available at Pacsun.com and select Pacsun stores nationwide. With prices ranging from $24.00 to $70.00 and inclusive sizes XS to XL, this highly-anticipated collection showcases the unique style and spirit that both Destiny and Pacsun represent.

“My sister and I have always loved watches and appreciate a good design with quality materials. American-built movements are now making their way back into the industry, so we decided to create our own brand that customers can feel confident purchasing from,” said co-founder and Executive Vice President Evan Edwards. “Our goal is to create products that exceed what is available at this price point in today’s market and deliver a high-quality timepiece that is built with skill and purpose.”

Lineage Watch Co is committed to partnering with companies who utilize U.S.-sourced materials and American labor, to help broaden the footprint of American manufacturing while contributing to important initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion within the watch industry. Lineage Watch Co is also proud to contribute a substantial portion of its sales to non-profit organizations and efforts serving American communities. For instance, as a proud supporter of No Kid Hungry, Lineage pledges five percent (5%) of the gross sales of The Destiny Collection and The Legacy Collection to the organization to assist its efforts in combating childhood hunger in America.

Lineage Watches are now available for purchase at www. lineagewatchco.com where customers can choose from a diverse range of designs and styles that can be dressed up or down for any occasion. Each watch comes with a two (2) year warranty, after-service care for repairs if ever needed (as each watch and movement are fully serviceable), and free battery replacements on all quartz movements.

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. 22-09370IL_782418 Attorney Code.

61256 Case Number: 22 CH 02805 TJSC#: 43-

2129 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 02805

I3224034

AC7-12-2023

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 2020GS3, Plaintiff, vs. William Frye; Pearl B. Frye; Farrell Christopher Frye Bey; Frye Construction Works as Ecclesiastical Trustee; Unknown Owners,generally; and Non-Record Claimants.

Defendants,21 CH 3604 NOTICE OF SALE PUB-

LIC 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, August 15, 2023 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. 20-25-204-019-0000. Commonly known as 7132 S Oglesby Ave, Chicago, IL 60649. 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 Mr. Matthew C. Abad at Plaintiff's Attorney, Altman, Strautins & Kromm, LLC d/b/a Kluever Law Group, 200 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077.

SPS001058-21fc1 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3224188

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES I TRUST 2006-HE4, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-HE4 Plaintiff, -v.- LESSIE L HANNAH, JP MORGAN CHASE BANK NA

Defendants 22 CH 02719 9338 SOUTH KIMBARK 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 June 21, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 15, 2023, 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 9338 SOUTH KIMBARK, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 25-02-414-035-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence with no 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. 2108052IL_733364 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 22 CH 02719 TJSC#: 43-2615 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 02719 I3224295

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY

DIVISION MORTGAGE ASSETS MANAGEMENT, LLC Plaintiff, -v.- ROBERT D. BRADFORD, PERPETUAL SAVINGS BANK, FSB, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, U.S.

DESIGN AND INSTALLATION, INC, UNKNOWN

OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS

Defendants 2019 CH 10443 10123 SOUTH FOREST AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60628 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 15, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 17, 2023, 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 10123 SOUTH FOREST AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-10-320-008-0000

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 proper-

ty 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) 236-SALE 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

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No.

14-22-08294 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2019 CH 10443 TJSC#: 43-2084 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 10443 I3224338

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.- BETTY J. RIVERS, BCB ENTERPRISES, LLC Defendants 2019 CH 09663 10653 S BENSLEY 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 May 16, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 18, 2023, 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 10653 S BENSLEY AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 25-13-201-023-0000 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) 236-SALE 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

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

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