Citizen Suburuban Times Weekly (CST) 10-30-2024 by CITIZEN NEWSPAPERS

Welcome to Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr, in the Heart of Morocco’s Captivating Capital

Ruling on state ban expected soon in Southern District as Cook County prepares for 7th Circuit arguments

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SPRINGFIELD – Attorneys in the offices of Attorney General Kwame Raoul and Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx made similar arguments in recent court filings as both defend bans on assault weapons and large-capacity magazines against constitutional challenges.

Costume Institute’s Spring 2025 Exhibition to Explore the Importance of Sartorial Style to the Formation of Black Identities in the Atlantic Diaspora

Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx (right) and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul (left) are pictured at the Illinois Statehouse in 2019. They’re both defending state and county bans on assault weapons in federal court cases. (CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS PHOTO BY PETER HANCOCK)

New state laws taking effect Jan. 1

Minimum wage hike, pets in public housing among new changes

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SPRINGFIELD – Minimum wage workers in Illinois will see a boost in their hourly pay to $12 per hour starting Jan. 1, while tenants in affordable housing units will be allowed to keep pets.

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Those are just some of the more than 300 new laws that take effect in the new year.

The minimum wage increase is actually the result of a 2019 law that phases in a state minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2025. This year, it will increase by one dollar to $12 an hour.

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tenants to keep pets is the result of Senate Bill 154, by Sen. Linda Holmes, D-Aurora, and Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego. It provides that tenants of multifamily housing units that are acquired, built or renovated with money from the Illinois Affordable Housing Trust Fund may keep up to two cats or one dog weighing less than 50 pounds. It applies to residents of housing units that are designated as affordable housing for low- and very-lowincome families. The bill passed both chambers in its final form on May 30 and Gov. JB Pritzker signed it into law Aug. 6. Other new laws include:

In separate cases at different levels of the federal court system, both offices are trying to make the case that the laws under challenge – a state law enacted in 2023 and a county ordinance that dates to 1993 –fall within the bounds of the U.S. Supreme Court’s most recent interpretation of the Second Amendment right to keep and bear arms.

Raoul’s office filed its final written arguments Monday, Oct. 21, in the Southern District of Illinois, where an in-person trial was held in September on multiple challenges to the state’s Protect Illinois Communities Act. That’s the weapons ban state lawmakers passed in 2023 in the wake of a mass shooting at a Fourth of July parade the previous summer in Highland Park.

scription of the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary School, in Uvalde, Texas, where 19 children and two teachers were killed by a man wielding an AR-15.

“Afterward, a pediatrician observed that the children ‘had been pulverized by bullets fired at them, decapitated,’ their ‘flesh had been ripped apart’ to such an extent ‘that the only clue as to their identities was blood-spattered cartoon clothes still clinging to them,’” the county’s brief states.

Cook County’s brief also includes a list of 17 mass shootings in the United States involving assault weapons between 1984 and 2022, as well as the July 13, 2024, attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.

The state’s brief begins with a description of the Highland Park mass shooting, noting that “(i)n less than 60 seconds, the shooter fired approximately 83 shots into the families and community members gathered to celebrate the nation’s birthday. Seven people died, and an additional 48 people were wounded.”

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Vehicle taxes: SB58 raises the private vehicle tax, which is a sales tax paid on the purchase of vehicles, by $75 for each model year where the purchase price is less than $15,000 and by $100 for vehicles priced above that amount. However, the registration fee for trailers weighing less than 3,000 pounds will drop to $36 instead of $118.

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Foxx’s office made its argument in briefs filed with the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals, where a three-judge panel will hear oral arguments Nov. 12 in a challenge to the county’s assault weapons ban.

First adopted in 1993, that law was strengthened in 2006, and again in 2013. It is now known as the Blair Holt Assault Weapons Ban, named after a Chicago teen who was killed in a 2007 shooting while protecting a high school classmate.

Both the state and county argue the military origins of assault weapons, combined with their lethal impact when used in mass shootings, place them in the category of “dangerous and unusual” weapons which, under the Heller decision, are outside the scope of Second Amendment protection.

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College admissions: HB226, establishing the Higher Education Fair Admissions Act, prohibits public colleges and universities from requiring applicants to submit SAT, ACT or other standardized test scores as part of the admissions process, although prospective students may choose to submit them if they wish.

Both cases are among the numerous challenges to assault weapons bans that have been filed in recent years in Illinois and elsewhere. Those cases come as state and local governments look for ways to control the proliferation of increasingly deadly weapons on their streets while a conservative majority on the U.S. Supreme Court takes an increasingly expansive view of the Second Amendment’s protection of gun rights.

Both the state and the county also argue there is a long, historical tradition of regulating weapons that posed particular threats to public safety. They both cite laws from the first half of the 19th century banning Bowie knives, as well as later laws regulating pistols, revolvers, and “Tommy guns.”

Plaintiffs in both cases, however, argue there is a fundamental difference between the assault weapons banned under the state and county laws and the type of weapons used in the military – namely, that the laws ban “semiautomatic” weapons, which fire only one round with each pull of the trigger, while the military uses weapons that can fire in either semiautomatic or fully automatic mode, meaning they fire continuously with a single pull of the trigger until the trigger is released or the ammunition is depleted.

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Drug prices: SB1682 requires pharmacies to post a notice informing consumers that they may request current pharmacy retail prices at the point of sale.

The court’s current standards for judging Second Amendment cases are spelled out in the 2008 decision District of Columbia v. Heller, and the 2022 decision in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen.

FOID card changes: HB562 enacts several changes to the Firearm Owner Identification card law. Among other things, it provides for a streamlined renewal process for FOID cards and Concealed Carry Licenses for people who voluntarily submit fingerprint records. It also allows the Illinois State Police to issue a combined FOID card and Concealed Carry License to qualified applicants, and it establishes a new Violent Crime Intelligence Task Force to take enforcement action against people with revoked FOID cards.

The Heller case held the right to bear arms is an individual right, not a collective right, and that the Second Amendment protects an individual’s right to own and carry weapons such as handguns that are commonly used for self-defense and other lawful purposes.

In the Bruen decision, the court went further to say that for a gun control law to pass constitutional muster, the government must show that the law is consistent with the nation’s “historical tradition of firearms regulations.”

In both pending cases, attorneys for the plaintiffs argue the weapons banned under the laws are among the most popular firearms in America and are commonly used for self-defense and other legal activities such as hunting and target shooting.

to the appropriate school support personnel.

In earlier proceedings, Judge Stephen P. McGlynn, who is presiding over the case in the Southern District of Illinois, issued a preliminary injunction blocking enforcement of the Protect Illinois Communities Act, saying the plaintiffs were likely to win on the merits of the case.

But the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals reversed that decision and the U.S. Supreme Court declined to review the case at this juncture, opting instead to remand it back to district court for full proceedings. The trial in that case ended Sept. 19, and McGlynn is expected to issue his ruling soon.

In the case challenging the Cook County ordinance, U.S. District Judge Rebecca R. Pallmeyer ruled March 1 in favor of the county, noting the 7th Circuit has ruled several times that assault weapons bans are constitutional, including an earlier challenge to the Cook County law. The plaintiffs are now appealing that decision. The appellate court will not release the names of the three judges assigned to hear the case until the morning of oral arguments Nov. 12.

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Student mental health: HB576 and SB1577 allow students in Illinois up to five excused absences to attend to their mental or behavioral health without providing a medical note. Those students will be given an opportunity to make up any work they missed during the first absence and, after using a second mental health day, may be referred

Attorneys for the state and Cook County, however, argue the assault weapons covered under the laws are modern variations of guns first developed in Nazi Germany during World War II, the Sturmgewehr 44. That weapon’s design was later adapted and modified by the U.S. military into a weapon known as the AR-15, which was later “rebranded” as the M-16 rifle.

Official flags: HB605 requires state agencies and institutions to purchase Illinois and American flags that are made in the United States.

Hair styles: SB817 prohibits discrimination in schools against individuals on the grounds of wearing natural or ethnic hairstyles, which include dreadlocks, braids, twists and afros.

its public health authorities from regulating or shutting down lemonade stands or similar operations that are operated by children under the age of 16. Known as “Hayli’s Law,” it was inspired by 12-year-old Hayli Martinez, whose lemonade stand in Kankakee was shut down by local officials.

Briefs filed in both cases also offer graphic descriptions of mass shootings in which assault weapons have been used to illustrate how their lethal power is many times that of smaller weapons like a 9 mm handgun.

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United States. In June, President Joe Biden also signed a bill designating Juneteenth as a federal holiday.

Both lawsuits have backing from national gun rights organizations such as the Second Amendment Foundation, the Firearms Policy Coalition, Federal Firearms Licensees, and the National Shooting Sports Foundation.

National gun control advocates such as Everytown for Gun Safety and Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence have also filed briefs in support of the weapons bans.

Juneteenth: HB3922 recognizes June 19, or “Juneteenth,” as an official state holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of America’s Game Changers Initiative Unites

Prominent Women Leaders and Changemakers to Empower Girls Nationwide

(Black PR Wire) TAMPA, FL, – In celebration of International Day of the Girl on October 11th, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), the preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization in the United States, proudly announced its newest cohort of Game Changers. The powerful collective of women leaders across sports, entertainment, business and more, will create access and opportunity for girls and young women through the power of mentorship, at a time when they face unprecedented challenges.

According to recent CDC data, 3 in 5 teen girls in the U.S. are grappling with significant mental health challenges. National data from the 2023 Ruling Our eXperiences (ROX) Survey also shows that girls’ confidence levels are declining throughout adolescence compared to boys. By the time girls get to high school, 46% don’t believe they are smart enough for their dream career. The impact of these challenges can have lasting implications for their career readiness and overall social and academic success.

Research indicates that positive mentoring relationships significantly enhance self-esteem and confidence among girls, providing critical support as they navigate the pressures of adolescence.

According to the Big Brothers Big Sisters Youth Impact Survey:

90% of girls with a mentor feel less isolated and more connected in school and with peers.

Girls in the BBBS program experience decreased depressive symptoms and 81% of BBBS girls maintain or improve their mental health outcomes during the program.

Fueled by the shared belief, “if you can see it, you can be it”, the Game Changers will respond to the societal need for positive mentorship by lending their voices and support to shift the mentorship narrative and encourage more volunteers, particularly women, to get involved. They will help drive the momentum needed to build brighter futures for girls and young women across the country, fostering a sense of connection, belonging and purpose.

The newest cohort of Game Changers includes: La La Anthony, Actress, Producer, Entrepreneur Carey Arensberg, Educator, Trauma and Resilience Specialist, Social Media Influencer, Alumni Big Michelle Bell, SVP, Head of Brand Partnerships, MACRO

Croix Bethune, Midfielder, Washington Spirit

Kardea Brown – Emmy Nominated Food Network Host and Author, Host of “Delicious Miss Brown,” Former BBBS Staff Gizelle George-Joseph, COO, Global Investment Research, Goldman Sachs

Tammy Henault, Chief Marketing Officer, NBA Gayle King, Co-Host, CBS Mornings, Editor at Large “Oprah Daily”

Jeannie Mai, Emmy Award-Winning TV Host and Producer Sadé Muhammad, Chief Marketing Officer, TIME

Meredith O’Sullivan, Co-Founder/Co-CEO, The Lede Company

Paula Price, Former Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Macy’s Inc.

Eden Bridgeman Sklenar, Owner and CEO, EBONY & Jet

Marissa Solis, Senior VP, Global Brand, NFL, and Alumni Big & Little

Sehr Thadhani, Chief Digital Officer, NASDAQ

Lexi Underwood, Actress, Producer, Author, Changemaker Gabrielle Union, Actress, Producer, Author, Advocate Sybil Wilkes, Media Maven, Former Co-Host of the Tom Joyner Morning Show

Michelle Wong, Chief Marketing Officer

Shelley Zalis, CEO, Female Quotient

“We are excited to expand our Game Changers program to this newest cohort, representing the strength, wisdom, and determination of women who are influential leaders in their respective fields. Each Game Changers’ commitment to mentorship goes beyond professional success; it’s about showing young people that they can overcome barriers, achieve greatness, and lead with confidence.” said Artis Stevens, President and CEO, BBBSA. “We believe that by surrounding young people with powerful role models, we are shaping the next generation of leaders who will inspire change and create a more equitable future.”

BBBSA’s Game Changers initiative provides a platform for influential voices of diverse backgrounds to share their experiences, build connections, and amplify the power of mentorship to further impact young people and their communities. The inaugural group of Game Changers, launched in 2023, convened prominent Black men to address the urgent representational gap in mentorship by encouraging more Black men to get involved as mentors and supporters. To learn more, please visit www.bbbs.org/game-changers.

Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the largest and most experienced youth mentoring organization in the United States. The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Big Brothers Big Sisters’ evidence-based approach is designed to create positive youth outcomes, including educational success, avoidance of risky behaviors, higher aspirations, greater confidence, and improved relationships. Big Brothers Big Sisters has over 230 local agencies serving more than 5,000 communities across all 50 states. For more information, visit: www.bigbrothersbigsisters.org.

Kimberlé Crenshaw Calls Out Attacks on Education and Knowledge While Accepting W.E.B. Du Bois Medal at Hutchins Center Ceremony

(Black PR Wire) On October 1st, Kimberlé Crenshaw, the Isidor and Seville Sulzbacher Professor of Law at Columbia Law School, and the Promise Institute Professor at UCLA Law School received the prestigious W.E.B. Du Bois Medal from the Hutchins Center for African & African American Research at Harvard University. The award recognizes individuals for their groundbreaking contributions to African American history, studies and culture.

In introducing Professor Crenshaw, Professor Guy-Uriel Charles from Harvard Law School celebrated her for her pivotal role in shaping critical race theory, intersectionality, and her relentless commitment to advocating for marginalized communities. “Few individuals, intellectuals, academics have changed how society thinks about an issue or a problem as Professor Kimberlé W. Crenshaw,” he stated during the award presentation, praising her work to fight systemic racism and sexism despite efforts to silence her.

At the podium, Crenshaw recalled her activism in student protests at Harvard Law School in the early 1980s to diversify the curriculum and faculty, noting that “out of this student movement came critical race theory, a prism forged by Black and ethnic studies, gender studies, critical legal studies, and applied to race and gender power. That eventually begat intersectionality.” Crenshaw quipped, “so, from standing on the dean’s desk in 1982 to standing here today as a recipient of this medal, I can say I’ve truly come

full circle.”

Critical race theory and intersectionality have become targets in what some have called, “the war against woke.”

Professor Charles states, “I remember hearing the controversy about critical race theory and it really surprised me, quite frankly, as a legal academic, because understanding and teaching that critical race theory is simply explaining the way that law interacts with race, to subjugate and meditate and think through equality…what is it about this that is so controversial?”

In her acceptance speech, Professor Crenshaw urged the audience to stand up to institutional attacks on knowledge and education:

“We have to fight against the censoring of our students as much as we fight the censoring of our books,” Crenshaw told the audience of over three hundred academics, alumni and students in Sanders Theatre. “We have to fight against the selective use of ‘comfort’ to suppress uncomfortable conversations, whether it is about death and destruction in Tulsa 100 years ago, or about death and destruction in the Middle East today. We have to fight against the forced occupation of our minds as much as we fight over the control of our bodies. And when we commemorate our towering figures, our noteworthy victories, our enduring stories, it is the lessons, the concepts, the ideas that are bequeathed to us—the hard fought literacy to define and name our

reality in order to transform it that we should value.”

The award ceremony included introductions from Hutchins Center Director, Henry Louis Gates Jr. and the founder of the Hutchins Family Foundation, Glenn Hutchins. Crenshaw was one of eight recipients presented awards this year alongside Emmy-award winning actor LeVar Burton, among others in film, sports, theater, philanthropy and politics. As the co-founder and executive director of the African American Policy Forum, Professor Crenshaw has led grassroots movements such as #SayHerName and the Freedom to Learn coalition, and has argued that the fight to preserve our democracy and fight to preserve the nation’s commitments to antiracism are inextricably linked.

The African American Policy Forum (AAPF) is a social justice think tank that utilizes new ideas and innovative perspectives to transform public discourse and policy on race and social justice concerns. We bring together academics, policymakers, artists, politicians, activists, and stakeholders to promote frameworks and strategies that address a vision of racial justice that embraces the intersections of race, gender, class, and the array of barriers that serve to disempower those who are marginalized in society. We are dedicated to advancing and expanding racial justice, gender equality, and the indivisibility of all human rights.

Welcome to Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr, i n

the Heart of Morocco’s Captivating Capital

RABAT, Morocco, PRNewswire -- In a city whose present day energy is intertwined with both its rich history and its bright future, a new beacon of luxury hospitality opens today: welcome to Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr. “At Four Seasons we are always inspired by the destination that surrounds us in planning a new experience for our guests, and that is certainly the case in Rabat as we had the opportunity to bring new life into the walls of such a storied landmark,” says Rainer Stampfer, President, Global Operations, Hotels and Resorts. “Our collection of luxury hospitality and residential properties in Morocco is as diverse as the country itself, with each new opening introducing something entirely new for both our local guests and international travellers. We are so pleased to unveil the latest in this collection and open our doors in this beautiful capital city.”

Located in the capital city’s historic Quartier l’Océan on the shores of the Atlantic, Four Seasons Hotel Rabat is the ideal base from which to explore the city’s fascinating mix of cultures, architecture, cuisine and the arts. Much of the modern capital and historic city was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2012, thanks in part to its “fertile exchange between the Arabo-Muslim past and Western modernism,” with its notable green spaces part of one of the continent’s most successful urban development plans.

From the 12th century Kasbah des Oudaias with its boutiques and bistros to the colourful shops that line the medina’s alleyways nearby, the magnificent Andalusian Gardens, and the ultra-modern Grand Theatre of Rabat designed by Zaha Hadid, the Hotel’s concierge team can plan an itinerary to suit every interest.

terrace, and some also offering a private plunge pool. Interior design by Roger Nazarian and Associates features classic Moroccan touches such as custom-made Zellige tiles, stained glass windows and brass and copper fixtures in modern rooms and suites. As always at Four Seasons, numerous thoughtful details and at-one’s-fingertips technology allow guests to relax in luxurious comfort, whether travelling for

A New Destination for Dining in the Capital

The new Four Seasons is home to a collection of unique dining concepts overseen by Executive Chef Sebastiano Spriveri, whose Four Seasons career has taken him around the Mediterranean and throughout the Middle East for close to three decades before arriving in Morocco.

Be among the first to experience the new Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr: Easily reached via Rabat-Salé Airport (RBA) or from Casablanca just 45 minutes by high speed train or 90 minutes by car, Four Seasons is extending a Grand Opening Offer with 15 percent savings on the regular room rate. Call for reservations at +(212) 53 805 1200 or book online.

Rooms with Views – and So Much More

The Hotel’s 200 rooms and suites are spread across several modern and historic buildings featuring ocean or garden views, with most including either a furnished balcony or

business or pleasure.

Guests are spoiled for choice among the Hotel’s accommodations, with standouts including the Turquoise Ocean View Suite with its large living room, full dining suite and furnished balcony to enjoy the sweeping views from the top floor of the Hotel. The three-bedroom Moulay Slimane Presidential Suite – named for the Moroccan king who led the original construction of the “Palace by the Sea” two centuries ago - include residential-style features such as a fitness room, office, media room and kitchenette. The Hotel’s crowning glory is the stunning two-storey Sultan’s Riad, offering 950 square metres (more than 10,000 square feet) of lavish living, including a rooftop ocean-view infinity pool.

Signature dining experiences include Brasserie Marie, a Parisian-style bistro where guests can enjoy grilled meats, fresh seafood and more for lunch and dinner, either indoors or out on the patio. At Flamme, hearty Moroccan-spiced aromas tempt as fresh breads, pizzas and other baked dishes emerge from three enormous copper-clad ovens in the open kitchen at the heart of the restaurant, which is open for breakfast and lunch.

In the charming, sunlit setting of Noora Lobby Lounge, Executive Pastry Chef Gregory Chrismant’s French training and international experience are showcased at what promises to be Rabat’s most luxurious afternoon tea, and the pastry counter is open morning until late evening for treats to enjoy on the go. Bar Atlantique, open for after-work drinks with colleagues through pre-dinner cocktails and late evening nightcaps, offers both the classics and mixologist interpretations of the latest global trends.

More to come: Later this year, Four Seasons will debut another signature concept at Verdello, offering a culinary tour of the Mediterranean’s famous coastal cuisines. Also opening later this year is the highly-anticipated Laila Lounge, a glamorous, club-like establishment hidden within the Palace’s oldest building and serving a connoisseur’s cocktail menu including rare cognacs and whiskies.

Four Seasons in Morocco

Four Seasons Hotel Rabat at Kasr Al Bahr join a growing Four Seasons portfolio in Morocco. Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca cascades down a hillside toward the Atlantic Ocean in the heart of the city, while Four Seasons Resort Marrakech is a sprawling urban retreat filled with Moorish gardens and refreshing pools, with the majestic Atlas Mountains in the distance. For those who have dreamed of actually living at a Four Seasons in Morocco, look no further than Four Seasons Private Residences Marrakech at M Avenue.

REGENT SANTA MONICA BEACH NOW OPEN

LOS ANGELES, PRNewswire -- The legendary Regent brand returns to the shores of the United States with the opening of Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio. This elegant beachfront resort cements the reimagined Regent brand and the beauty of contrast by combining the glamour of Los Angeles with the splendor of the coast.

Regent Santa Monica Beach reintroduces the legendary Regent name to Los Angeles and becomes the brand’s first flagship property within the Americas.” Originally located in Beverly Hills, and famously known as the setting for the film “Pretty Woman,” Regent returns along one of the nation’s most celebrated beaches and just steps from the famed Santa Monica Pier. The destination resort will deliver inspired stays through a blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury and is poised to usher in a new era of extraordinary experiences. Regent Santa Monica Beach will set a new standard with its luxuriously spacious guestrooms — with base rooms starting at a generous 720 square feet — and suites, inviting public spaces, spectacular restaurants, and an elevated pool deck overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Younes Atallah, General Manager of Regent Santa Monica Beach, shares: “It is an honor to reintroduce this legacy brand to Southern California and ignite a new era of unforgettable memories for our guests in Santa Monica. Our resort captures the unique allure of Santa Monica in a serene setting where you can disconnect from the outside world and experience Regent’s legendary hospitality on your terms.”

DEFINING UNPRECEDENTED LUXURY

The design direction is helmed by Chantell Walsh of Strategic Hotels & Resorts, alongside lauded design firms. Regarded as one of the world’s most innovative design firms, AvroKO’s San Francisco studio looked to luxury fashion and the ocean’s natural beauty to inspire its meticulous and thoughtful design including framed views and distinct personal havens for Regent Santa Monica Beach. Found throughout the resort’s public spaces are creative details reflecting boat sails, yachts journeying in the Mediterranean, and sandy textures found in the endless natural beauty of the ocean. Accompanying such details are framed brass arch ways, brass detailing, yacht-style flooring, and green hues coupled with gold- and cream-colored accents to create a bright and airy ambiance.

Award-winning interior studio Wimberly Interiors designed the resort’s guestrooms and suites with a sense of serenity, incorporating the soothing hues of the Pacific Ocean. Its design of the on-site Guerlain Wellness Spa blends a coastal California aesthetic with Mediterranean elegance, exemplifying a marriage between the spa’s location and Guerlain’s French origins. Designed unlike any other meeting spaces in the marketplace, the special events venues feature warm wood tones, marquetry overlaid, and floral motifs creating a unique elegance in each meeting space. Specialty spaces, notably the Jacaranda Ballroom, bring forward thoughtful design elements creating an ideal backdrop for memorable gatherings. Exquisitely appointed and boasting 6,100 sq. ft. of interior space, and an additional 3,000 sq. ft. foyer, this hall allows

guests to indulge in the splendor of their dream celebration, while The Atelier positions itself as the ideal getting ready room for weddings and events.

The resort has 167 guestrooms and suites, with most offering panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica Beach, and its namesake pier. Upon arrival, guests can relax with a beverage from the room’s complimentary Refreshment Gallery, featuring beverages and snacks curated ahead of arrival according to a guest’s personal tastes. Regent Santa Monica Beach features the brand’s signature purposefully designed personal havens that nestle naturally within private and common areas to inspire indulgent intimate moments. Spa-like bathrooms, complete with a soaking tub, walk-in rain shower, and Perricone MD products, invite guests to decompress. In-room features include a designated dining and work station, a Bose speaker, Dyson hairdryer, plugs, and chargers near each bedside. The show-stopping signature Santa Monica Presidential Suite boasts an unprecedented 3,200 square feet of opulently designed living space, including separate living, dining, and game rooms, alongside panoramic ocean views. Equally impressive, the Oceanfront Atrium Two-Story Two-Bedroom Suite spans 2,180 square feet across the second and third floors, offering direct ocean vistas. This suite boasts separate living and dining areas, king beds in both bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a luxurious soaking tub, rain showers, a bidet, and other refined touches, ensuring a seamless blend of comfort and sophistication.

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THE COSTUME INSTITUTE’S SPRING 2025 EXHIBITION

to Explore the Importance of Sartorial Style to the Formation of Black Identities in the Atlantic Diaspora

(Black PR Wire) The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced recently The Costume Institute’s spring 2025 exhibition, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, on view at The Met Fifth Avenue from May 10 through October 26, 2025. Inspired by Monica L. Miller’s 2009 book, Slaves to Fashion: Black Dandyism and the Styling of Black Diasporic Identity, the exhibition will present a cultural and historical examination of the Black dandy, from the figure’s emergence in Enlightenment Europe during the 18th century to 21st-century incarnations in the cosmopolitan cities of London, New York, and Paris.

To mark the exhibition opening, Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, Pharrell Williams and Anna Wintour will co-chair The Costume Institute Benefit (also known as The Met Gala®) on May 5, 2025, with honorary chair LeBron James. Additionally, chef Kwame Onwuachi will create the menu for the evening and artist Cy Gavin will design the décor concept alongside Derek McLane and Raúl Àvila. The annual event provides the department with its primary source of annual funding for exhibitions, publications, acquisitions, operations, and capital improvements.

the Atlantic slave trade and an emerging culture of ostentatious consumerism created a trend in fashionably dressed or dandified servants. Both free and enslaved Black people quickly came to understand the power of clothing and style in signaling hierarchies of race, class, and gender. Over time, dandyism afforded these men and women, and later African Americans and Afro-Europeans, an opportunity to employ not only clothing but also gesture, irony, and wit to transform their given identities and posit new ways of embodying political and social possibilities in the Black Atlantic world.

CREME OF NATURE® ANNOUNCES KEKE PALMER AS CHIEF BRAND OFFICER

NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- Creme of Nature®, a leader in textured hair care products, is thrilled to announce Emmy award-winning actress, singer, songwriter, producer, and television host Keke Palmer as their first-ever Chief Brand Officer. In this role, Keke will not only serve as an on-camera model and spokesperson, but she will work closely with the Creme of Nature team to help shape their product lines, consult behindthe-scenes on product innovation, advise on packaging evolution, and share product demos. Keke will also influence brand direction, marketing, and storytelling to help curate campaigns that will authentically engage the multicultural community and reinvigorate the Creme of Nature brand ethos.

The exhibition and benefit are made possible by Louis Vuitton.

Major funding is provided by Instagram, the Hobson/Lucas Family Foundation, Dr. Precious Moloi-Motsepe and Africa Fashion International, and The Perry Foundation.

Additional support is provided by Condeì Nast.

“The Costume Institute’s spring 2025 exhibition will explore—with remarkable scale and breadth—the importance of sartorial style to the formation of Black identities in the Atlan-tic diaspora,” said Max Hollein, The Met’s Marina Kellen French Director and Chief Executive Officer. “Through a diverse range of media, this groundbreaking presentation will also celebrate the power of style as a democratic tool for rejecting stereotypes and accessing new possibilities.”

Monica L. Miller, Guest Curator, added: “Fashion and dress have been used in a contest of power and aesthetics for Black people from the time of enslavement to the present, and dandyism has long served as a vehicle through which one can manipulate the relationship between clothing, identity, and power. The history of Black dandyism illustrates how Black people have transformed from being enslaved and stylized as luxury items, acquired like any other signifier of wealth and status, to autonomous, self-fashioning individuals who are global trendsetters. This exhibition will explore concepts that define Black dandyism specifically and uncover elements of productive tension that appear when considering the figure—such as ownership, authority and self-possession, ease, exaggeration, freedom, transgression, dissonance, and spectacularity. It will also highlight the aesthetic playfulness that the dandy engenders and the ways in which sartorial experimentation gestures at both assimilation and distinction—all while telling a story about self and society.”

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, a dandy is defined as “one who studies above everything to dress elegantly and fashionably.” Dandyism was initially imposed on Black men in 18th-century Europe as

Through the stories of stylish Black individuals across art, literature, music, and society, the exhibition will be organized around a series of characteristics that portray Black dandyism as an evolving sartorial mode—a group of concepts that describe a Black dandy but are not definitive. These characteristics—such as ownership, presence, ease, and cosmopolitan-ism—will also tell the Black dandy’s story over time. Representations of Black dandyism as both an aesthetic and a political construct will be exemplified through a range of media, such as garments and accessories, drawings and prints, and paintings, photographs, film excerpts, and more. These representations will explore the importance of sartorial style to the formation of Black identities in the Atlantic diaspora. Taken together, these narratives offer a history and description of Black dandyism as a discrete phenomenon that reflects broader issues of power and race relations in the Black diaspora.

Superfine: Tailoring Black Style will feature historical garments and accessories as well as contemporary garments by designers working in both the United States and Europe. The exhibition will also present drawings and prints, decorative arts, ephemera, paintings, photographs, and film excerpts by individuals whose work has been instrumental to the formation and understanding of Black identities and experiences from the 18th century to to-day.

The exhibition will be organized by Monica L. Miller, Guest Curator, Professor and Chair of Africana Studies, Barnard College, Columbia University, with Andrew Bolton, Curator in Charge; William DeGregorio, Associate Curator; and Amanda Garfinkel, Associate Curator, all in The Costume Institute; and with help from Kai Marcel, Research Assistant, The Costume Institute.

Miller and The Costume Institute’s curatorial team will consult with an advisory committee of scholars who will provide feedback on the exhibition. The committee members are Dr. Christine Checinska, Jason Cyrus, Thelma Golden, Deborah Tulani Salahu-Din, Jonathan Michael Square, and, from The Met, Dr. Denise Murrell, Merryl H. and James S. Tisch Curator at Large.

Create Showstopping

Holiday Meals with Recipes Featuring Premium Pork

(Family Features) If you’re wondering what to serve for a delightful holiday meal, look no further than pork – a perfect match for festive menus as it’s easy to prepare, versatile, budget-friendly and pairs well with seasonal ingredients.

With flavorful, mouthwatering recipes like Apple Cider Balsamic Glazed Pork Loin and Stuffing-Filled Pork Chops, Coleman All Natural Meats offers trusted premium pork sourced from American farmers who humanely raise livestock with no antibiotics ever and no added hormones. All its pork is made of Heritage Breed Duroc, which is known for its tenderness, superior marbling, juiciness and flavor.

These elevated, seasonal pork recipes offer a delicious and unexpected twist your friends and family will love at your next holiday gathering.

For more recipe inspiration, visit ColemanNatural.com.

Stuffing-Filled Pork Chops

Prep time: 10-15 minutes

Cook time: 30-45 minutes

Servings: 6

Stuffing:

1 small box biscuit mix

1 stick butter

2-3 stalks finely diced celery

1 finely diced onion

1 teaspoon poultry seasoning

1-2 cups chicken broth

1 bag cornbread stuffing mix

2 eggs, beaten salt, to taste pepper, to taste

6 Coleman Natural bone-in or boneless pork chops oil

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 teaspoon minced sage

1 teaspoon minced thyme

1 teaspoon minced rosemary

To make stuffing: Bake biscuits according to package directions 1 day ahead. Dry biscuits will absorb more broth.

Preheat oven to 350 F.

In skillet, melt butter then add celery and onions. Saute until onions are translucent then add poultry seasoning and half the broth. Set aside to cool.

In bowl, combine stuffing mix, crumbled biscuits and eggs.

Add onion mix to bowl and mix well. Add leftover broth if mixture is too dry. Set aside.

Slit each chop on rounded side, cutting almost through to bone, to create deep pockets for stuffing.

Season chops with garlic, sage, thyme and rosemary. Fill each chop with stuffing mixture. Use toothpicks to keep chops closed.

Preheat skillet with oil over medium-high heat and sear each chop 2-3 minutes on each side.

Once chops are seared, add remaining stuffing to pan, cover with foil and bake 30-45 minutes until chops reach 140 F in center. Remove foil for last 10 minutes to brown top of stuffing, if desired.

Apple Cider Balsamic Glazed Pork Loin

Prep time: 10-15 minutes

Cook time: 45-60 minutes

Servings: 6

1 Coleman Pork Loin (4 pounds) salt, to taste pepper, to taste

1 tablespoon olive oil

Glaze:

1 cup apple cider vinegar glaze

6 tablespoons whole grain mustard

4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

1 teaspoon minced rosemary

1 teaspoon minced sage

1 teaspoon minced thyme

2 teaspoons minced garlic salt, to taste pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

4-6 sliced apples

Preheat oven to 350 F and line sheet pan with parchment paper.

Set aside.

Remove pork from packaging and pat dry with paper towel. Season all sides with salt and pepper, to taste.

To make glaze: In bowl, whisk apple cider vinegar glaze, mustard, balsamic vinegar, rosemary, sage, thyme and garlic. Add salt and pepper, to taste. In steady stream, slowly add olive oil to emulsify while whisking.

In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sear pork loin 2-3 minutes on each side.

Move pork to lined baking sheet and brush on about half the glaze. Roast 30 minutes.

Remove pork from oven and spread sliced apples around pork loin. Brush remaining glaze over pork and apples. Bake 20-30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 150 F. Let pork loin rest at least 10 minutes before slicing.

THE ONE OF A KIND HOLIDAY SHOW AND SALE® CHICAGO RETURNS TO THE MART

CHICAGO -- Chicago’s favorite four-day shopping extravaganza is back! The One of a Kind Holiday Show is pleased to announce the 23rd edition of the beloved event will return to the 7th Floor of THE MART Thursday, December 5 through Sunday, December 8. The holiday season fan-favorite will feature an impressive selection of original handmade work from over 600 talented artists and makers. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet and shop directly from the show’s acclaimed artists and emerging talent to discover behind-the-scenes insights and inspirations. The One of a Kind Holiday Show will offer the best in everything from Fine Art to Furniture, Apparel, Jewelry, Home Goods, Ceramics and more.

Tickets are available on the show’s website. Tickets start at $15 for adult admissions (12+)and

North Lawndale’s Deep Commitment

As the upcoming election approaches, there is a palpable sense of enthusiasm, inspiration, and excitement in the air. Now is the time for us to harness that energy to reinvigorate our leaders and communities in the fight for a better Chicago. At Lawndale Christian Development Corporation (LCDC), we leverage this momentum by organizing with local leaders and institutions.

are valid for re-entry all four days of the show. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Ann and Robert H. Lurie’s Children’s Hospital of Chicago.

General Show Information:

The One of a Kind Holiday Show® Chicago takes place at THE MART, 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, 7th Floor, December 5-8, 2024. For tickets or more information, visit: http://oneofakindshowchicago.com/.

Hours are as follows:

Thursday, December 5: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Friday, December 6: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Saturday, December 7: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Sunday, December 8: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

For the latest press releases, facts, photos and videos, visit the online pressroom. For news and real-time updates, follow the One of a Kind Show on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

LCDC has a history of creative community development in North Lawndale, driven by our deep commitment to building a Black power base to dismantle systemic poverty and structural racism.

The critical first step of this strategy has been realized through empowering existing residents and institutions while recruiting external resources to support our collective vision. Our approach transforms problems into actionable issues, forming the foundation for community organizing campaigns that envision an economically sound North Lawndale. We aim to create a healthy living environment for current residents while welcoming newcomers without displacement.

The success of this method underscores the need for decentralized

WHEN WE VOTE, WE WIN.

When our rights are on the line we fight and when they’re on the ballot we vote, because we’re not going back.

The economy is on the ballot.

Health care is on the ballot.

Criminal justice reform is on the ballot.

Reproductive freedom is on the ballot.

Environmental justice is on the ballot. The right to vote is on the ballot.

If we do our part and show up to the polls, we will make history (again)!

Let’s vote for progress and the future we deserve. Vote for the leader who’s been fighting for us for years.

Election Day is November 5th. Vote for Kamala Harris.

leadership within Black communities. The complex nature of the issues we face demands a sustained effort, only achievable through collective action. To meet the momentum of this historic election, we must galvanize ourselves, create, and support community-based institutions with broad local leadership, forming strong and resilient coalitions.

LCDC’s 37-year track record of progress in North Lawndale demonstrates the effectiveness of this approach. As we move forward, it is not enough to be inspired by the potential for change; we must let that inspiration motivate us to strive for a brighter tomorrow. Together, we can shape the future of our communities and ensure that our voices are heard in the upcoming election.

Nina Parker, Reesa Teesa, Danae Mercer, and More Take Center Stage at The BodCon 2024

NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- The BodCon 2024, hosted by Nina Parker, the ultimate virtual conference designed to empower confidence in every body and every journey, is returning on Sunday, November 3rd, from 12-5:45 PM EST, and powered by Shapermint, the size-inclusive shapewear and intimates brand.

The highly anticipated virtual conference will feature panels on navigating dating in the digital age, inclusivity in the fashion industry, the clash between body positivity and the Ozempic craze, redefining wellness in a diverse world, embracing your full potential in your professional life, and more. Bringing together a group of celebrated influencers, leading doctors & experts, and renowned thought leaders, this insightful and captivating event will explore the intersection of body confidence and self-improvement, fashion, career growth, dating, and self-care. This year’s community partner is NEDA - National Eating Disorders Association, which supports individuals & families affected by eating disorders and serves as a catalyst for prevention, cures and access to quality care.

keynotes, workshops and panels will challenge the status quo, celebrate diversity, and boost confidence in all areas.”

In addition to Nina Parker (@theninaparker), the Emmy Nominated TV host of Netflix and E! fame, and Tareasa “ReesaTeesa” Johnson (@ reesamteesa), the creator of the viral TikTok series “Who TF Did I Marry?” other notable speakers include Danae Mercer (@danaemercer), renowned body positivity advocate and former editor of Women’s Health Middle East, Zach Miko (@zachmiko), the first plus-sized male model to be signed to a major modeling agency, Dr. Kim Dennis, MD, board-certified psychiatrist and eating disorders specialist, and Phaith Montoya (@phaithmontoya), the content creator with 4M+ followers giving plus-sized women a larger platform to shine.

The BodCon will ignite conversations that will have a lasting impact on how we view our bodies.

To learn more, visit www.thebodcon.com.

Tickets are now available at thebodcon.com/conference2024 and for the first time ever, general admission tickets are free! VIP ($49) tickets offer perks such as the chance to win prizes, a private virtual mixer and breakout rooms with panelists, exclusive discounts from coveted brands, and complimentary access to The BodCon Confidence Series. Platinum Access ($99) tickets include these

perks along with The BodCon Confidence Journal (printed edition) and a VIP swag bag valued at $300. In addition to panels and keynotes, attendees can look forward to the workshops, “Dress Like a Boss in Any Size,” “Envision a More Confident You,” and “Everyone Has Influence.”

Gabrielle Richards, Brand Director for The BodCon and certified body confidence coach said, “We’re excited to bring back The BodCon this year and enlighten our attendees with thought-provoking discussions, practical tips & tricks, and a supportive, engaged community to help them unlock their full confidence potential. These authentic and powerful

The BodCon launched in February 2021 as a virtual conference series centered around all things body confidence, body positivity and self love. Its aim is simple: to help people feel worthy in their bodies. The BodCon is the #1 confidence community for every body in the world, championing new voices and spotlighting the brands making conscious change in the confidence space. Its sister podcast, The BodPod, is a weekly podcast that dives deep into the people, brands and topics that are making a difference in the way we view our bodies. The BodCon has been featured in Forbes, E!, Yahoo!, Entrepreneur, TODAY.com, and more.

EBONY Unveils 2024 Power 100 List Celebrating Black Brilliance Worldwide

LOS ANGELES, PRNewswire -- EBONY has unveiled its highly anticipated 2024 EBONY Power 100 list, an inspiring showcase of Black achievement across 10 diverse categories. This year’s honorees include icons Keke Palmer, Keith Lee, Snoop Dogg, and Taraji P. Henson, among other pioneers redefining success and pushing boundaries. The star-studded award ceremony, set for Sunday, Nov. 17 at Nya Studios West in Los Angeles, will celebrate these trailblazers and commemorate EBONY’s 79th anniversary, reinforcing its legacy as a cornerstone of Black culture.

“We have been gearing up for the most anticipated EBONY Power 100 yet. This iconic list is not just a celebration; it’s a vital recognition of those who are shaping culture and driving real change in our communities.” said EBONY CEO Eden Bridgeman. “At a time when honoring Black excellence is more important than ever, the excitement is building, and we are excited to unveil the transformative leaders who will define this year’s EBONY Power 100!”

Influential Creators: Aurora James, Aaliyah Jay, Funny Marco, Jerald “Coop” Cooper, Kahlana Barfield Brown, Kamie Crawford, Keith Lee, Kwame Onwuachi, Micah McDonald, Sean Bankhead and Wayman Bannerman

Artists In Residence: Aja Monet, Branden Jacobs-Jenkins, Chloe Arnold, Gabriel Moses, Jeremy Pope, Kennedy Ryan, Kenny Leon, Maleah Joi Moon, Paul Tazewell and Trinity Joy Sanders

Entertainment Powerhouses: Cord Jefferson, Gayle King, Kenan Thompson, Kerry Washington, Maya Rudolph, Ryan Coogler, Snoop Dogg, Taraji P. Henson, Tasha Smith and Vince Staples

Music Innovators: Charlie Wilson, Coco Jones, Connie Orlando, Jason “J” Carter, Maurice “Moetown” Lee, Steve Canal and Troy Brown, Jon Batiste, Metro Boomin, Rob Gibbs, Samara Joy, SZA and Tyler, The Creator

vis, D.J. Vaughn, Dionne Harmon, Eric Austin, Ingrid Best, Kevin Hart, Melissa Butler, Pat McGrath and Tracee Ellis Ross

Community Crusaders presented by Nationwide: Arian Simone, Aulston Taylor, Damon Hewitt, Gina Duncan, Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, Kelley Robinson, Stefanie Brown James, Wawa Gatheru and Governor Wes Moore

Leaders In Sports: A’ja Wilson, Dawn Staley, Jalen Hurts, Jaylen Brown, Jordan Chiles, Kimberly Browne Davis, Noah Lyles, Sha’Carri Richardson, Stephen Curry and Tony Clark

The 2024 EBONY Power 100 Gala is supported in sponsorship by: Nationwide, Prime’s New Original Series: Cross, United Airlines and Baccarat.

From entertainment to activism, this year’s lineup features an impressive array of talent and leadership shaping our world, including:

Generation Next presented by United Airlines: Angel Reese, Ayra Starr, Doechii, Gabby Shepard, Genesis Butler, Kai Cenat, Latto, Monet McMichael, Quincy Wilson, and Uncle Waffles

Media Mavens: April Ryan, Jennifer Hudson, Joe Budden, Keke Palmer, Lindsay Peoples, Nina Parker, Shannon Sharpe, Sidney Madden, TANK and J. Valentine, and Tasha McCaskiel

STEM Trailblazers: Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, Calcea Johnson and Ne’Kiya Jackson, Ciara Imani May, Dr. Ebony Brown, Heman Bekele, Jasmine Lawrence Campbell, Dr. Khalia Braswell, Professor Lesley Lokko, Dr. Melissa B. Davis and Dr. Tiara Moore

Business Disruptors: Andrea Nelson Meigs, Ayo Da-

For more than 75 years, EBONY has served as the leading voice of the Black American experience and is the most influential Black-owned media company in the world. Under new ownership and leadership, EBONY has grown into a multi-media entity, covering cultural news, entertainment, and lifestyle with a commitment to Move Black Forward with EBONY, EBONY Studios, and JET. EBONY continues to be the leading authority and anchor for all facets of Black culture, illuminating the Black perspective and serving as the ultimate curator for the past, present, and future of the Black and African American experience.

EBONY Media Group is a division of 1145 Holdings, LLC.

Clockwise starting from Nina Parker: Sarah Chiwaya, Dr. Jennifer Christophe, Danae Mercer, Reesa Teesa, PHAITH MONTOYA, RACHEL K. GRIM. PRNEWSFOTO/THE BODCON

OUR 2024 ELECTION ENDORSEMENT

We have reached the final leg of the Presidential Campaign, with only six days before decision day. On Tuesday, November 5th we must show up at the polls and save what is left of our democracy. All too often we hear get out and vote, take someone with you and that each election is important. But now we are here, facing the most momentous election of all time. We now have an opportunity to be a part of history by electing the first woman President.

The road to the White House has not been easy, it’s been a fight and a real battle. The mudslinging, lies, name calling, two assassination attempts, one televised debate, numerous allegations, court trials … and if that’s not enough, having to persuade voters that there is a better choice for our future. Trump is not fit to return to the White House as President, then what is.

Trumps plan, if allowed to return to the White House will destroy our Democracy and the rights of Americans. His “Project 2025” plan is a death trap for Americans. It will not only kill women rights it will kill human rights. Our rights to life’s necessities like food and healthcare will be un-obtainable. The only Americans to win under his administration are those who are rich and agree to all his antics.

Under Presidential candidate Kamala Harris administration, there is hope for survival and growth for a brighter future. We can look forward to tax reductions, startup funds for entrepreneurs, safer communities, better housing opportunities, more jobs, quality healthcare and accessibility to quality food.

America, ‘The Country’, under another Trump administration means non-civilization. If the lingering residue from his past presidency doesn’t

prove that the same mistakes cannot be made twice then we are in for a rude awakening. We must decide on a future that includes all. Woman’s right must be returned as the first line of duty under a new President. We have come so far with much further to go but we must avoid going back in time.

There is a new sense of urgency in the air to do something. This new movement that is on the rise called Freedom is a fundamental right. A Black woman over 50 years ago ignited a flame of women leadership only to be used as a foundation to what we are witnessing today. It proved that women are qualified to be leaders on a national level. The late Congresswoman, Shirley Chisholm ran for President solidifying and shattering the ceiling on the limitation for women in politics.

We have all visited a city or lived in one where women made crucial decisions. It was at that point the future of a woman as president in the USA could and one day would become what we are seeing now during the Harris campaign. It is proof that yes, when we rally together behind a candidate who will focus on all people no matter the income level or status, or your zip code you still count.

Reports have shown over the past few weeks that some are still undecided voters. It’s time to embrace the coming of a new regime.

In the words of presidential candidate “Kamala Harris”, Donald, We See You, We Know You, “We Are Not Going Back”. When we all vote we win!

Kamala Harris track record speaks for itself. We believe that she is qualified to lead this country. We, therefore, endorse Kamala Harris for President of the United States of America.

We also endorse the following candidates for office:

U.S. Representative

1st District- Jonathan L. Jackson

2nd District- Robin Kelly

28th District Robert “Bob” Rita

29th District Thaddeus Jones

30th District William “Will” Davis

33rd District – Marcus D. Evans Jr.

34th District- Nicholas “Nick” Smith

Clerk of the Circuit Court

Mariyana T. Spyropoulos

Supreme Court 1st District Court- Joy Cunningham

Appellate Court

Cynthia Y. Cobbs

Carl Anthony Walker

Cook County Clerk

Monica M. Gordon

Board of Review, 3rd District

Larry Rogers Jr.

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District

Karl K. Steele

Sharon Waller

Marcelino Garcia

Huggies® Promotes Safe Sleep During Safe Sleep Awareness Month

CHICAGO, PRNewswire -- October is Safe Sleep and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) awareness month. To help spread awareness, the Kimberly-Clark U.S. Huggies® Brand is giving away baby bodysuits that serve as a physical reminder back is best when laying baby down for nap and at night.

The National Institutes for Health shares the most effective action caregivers can take to reduce baby’s risk of SIDS is to always place baby on their back to sleep1. The back position is the safest sleep position for all babies, including preterm and those with reflux, until they are one-year old1.

To keep this top of mind for caregivers of young children, Huggies and its partners at Huggies Babywear have created baby bodysuits that include the visual reminder of “This Side Up” printed on the front and “Turn Me Over” on the back. Caregivers can claim their free bodysuit at HuggiesWeGotYouBaby. com while supplies last.

every year due to SIDS2.

To further spread awareness, baby bodysuits will also be given to newborns at select Huggies Hospital partners across the U.S. during the month of October.

For more information on safe sleep best practices and how to reduce the risk of SIDS, please visit the National Institutes of Health. For more information on Huggies, please visit Huggies.com or follow @Huggies on TikTok, Instagram and Facebook.

PRNewsfoto/Kimberly-Clark

“Huggies is dedicated to helping babies thrive,” said Evan Scanzera, Huggies senior brand manager and dad of three. “Caring for an infant can be overwhelming and there’s so much to learn. Having this visual reminder will help keep baby safe and educate caregivers on safe sleep best practices.”

PRNewsfoto/Kimberly-Clark

According to the Cleveland Clinic, SIDS is the leading cause of death in babies between one month and one year old in the United States, and about 2,500 infants die

For more than 40 years, Huggies® has been helping parents provide their babies with love, care, and reassurance. From developing innovative, everyday products for babies to partnering with NICU nurses to create special diapers and wipes for the most fragile babies, Huggies® is dedicated to helping ensure all babies get the care they need to thrive. Huggies® is proud to be the founding sponsor of the National Diaper Bank Network, a national nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals, children and families access the basic necessities they require to thrive and reach their full potential including clean, dry diapers. Huggies® is also the national sponsor of nonprofit Hand to Hold, which provides personalized support before, during, and after NICU stays and infant loss. For more information on product offerings or our community efforts, please visit Huggies.com.

1 According to the National Institutes of Health Safe Sleep® Program

2 According to the Cleveland Clinic

TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance & Unite for HER launch campaign to provide Black Breast Cancer patients with unparalleled support

(Black PR Wire) ANNAPOLIS, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance (TOUCHBBCA) and Unite for HER are honored to announce Care for HER—a new campaign that seeks to educate about breast cancer health disparities and the impact of integrative care and culturally tailored nurse navigation while directly providing these services for free to Black Breast Cancer patients in the United States. Launching in October, Care for HER is on a mission to navigate a better future for Black Breast Cancer patients by providing 24/7 personal nurse navigational support and integrative therapies and services at no personal cost.

According to the American Cancer Society, Black women are 41% more likely to die of breast cancer than white women and have the lowest 5-year survival rate of any race or ethnicity. Black Breast Cancer is a unique disease and through this campaign, Care for Her will be one resource for our community to receive specialized care.

“Awareness is not enough. The current state of Black Breast Cancer demands action,” says Ricki Fairley, CEO and Co-Founder of TOUCHBBCA. “So this October, we are offering nurse navigation—led by a 24-year Black breast cancer survivor and nurse— in tandem with Unite for HER’s incredible suite of integrative services, all for free. Care for HER will help Black women navigate the complexities of a breast cancer diagnosis, from side effects to treatment barriers to emotional support. Our message to Black breast cancer patients is simple: you are not alone.”

Care for HER is an awareness campaign with real impact, focusing on enrolling Black breast cancer patients in Philadelphia, Washington, D.C. and Raleigh-Durham. The program will extend into additional cities in October 2025.

The Care for HER program is presented by Daiichi-Sankyo and AstraZeneca. Additional funds received during October will provide enrolled patients with free integrative therapies, services, and personal 24/7 nurse navigational support at no personal cost.

“Our vision is that every Black individual diagnosed with breast cancer will feel the support of a loving community, and will have access to comprehensive integrative oncology support, education, services, and tools that enrich their health and well-being,” says Sue Weldon, CEO and Founder of Unite for HER. “Patients enrolled in Care for HER will gain free access to integrative therapies and navigation, helping them manage side effects and symptoms, adhere to treatments better, and improve their quality of life. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of Black breast cancer patients.”

The general public can also join Unite for HER and TOUCHBBCA all October long on social media as we talk about integrative care and nurse navigation and hear from real patients enrolled in the program. Throughout the month, we’ll be highlighting the personal impact on how nurse navigation and integrative care allowed Care for HER participants to mitigate side effects and symptoms, better manage prescriptions, and have better outcomes.

Visit uniteforher.org/careforher or watch The Doctor Is In: Care for HER to learn more about free services and support for Black Breast Cancer patients. Follow along on social @toucbbca and @uniteforher.

TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance works to drive the collaborative efforts of patients, survivors, advocates, advocacy organizations, health care professionals, researchers and pharmaceutical companies to work collectively, with accountability, towards the common goal of advancing science to eradicate Black Breast Cancer. For more information, visit touchbbca.org.

Unite for HER supports breast cancer and ovarian cancer patients by providing integrative therapies, services, education, resources, and support at no personal cost. Our mission is to enrich the health and well-being of those diagnosed with breast and ovarian cancers – for life – by funding and delivering integrative therapies. For more information visit uniteforher.org.

REAL ESTATE

AC10-16-2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT LLC Plaintiff,v.- TATYANA M. MUNOZ, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 2023 CH 09330 117 WILSON STREET PARK FOREST, IL 60466 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, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 A.M. on November 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: LOT 11 IN BLOCK 17 IN VILLAGE OF PARK FOREST FIRST ADDITION TO WESTWOOD, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 26 LYING SOUTH OF THE COMMONWEALTH EDISON COMPANY RIGHT OF WAY (PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF NORTHERN ILLINOIS) AND THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 26 LYING SOUTH OF THE ELGIN, JOLIET AND EASTERN RAILROAD RIGHT OF WAY ALL IN TOWNSHIP 35 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 1, 1955 AS DOCUMENT NO. 16288372, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 117 WILSON STREET, PARK FOREST, IL 60466 Property Index No. 31-26-407-005-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $236,217.28. 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, 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 23 0557. 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 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 23 0557 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 2023 CH 09330 TJSC#: 44-2486 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 09330 I3253486

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CHANGE LENDING, LLC DBA CHANGE HOME MORTGAGE Plaintiff, -v.RAYQUIN O. COLEMAN, DIAMOND N. COLEMAN, SERVICE FINANCE COMPANY, LLC Defendants 2023 CH 08314 23021 OAKLAND DR STEGER, IL 60475 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 8, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 12, 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 23021 OAKLAND DR, STEGER, IL 60475 Property Index No. 32-34-401035-0000 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. 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 Attorney File No. 14-23-05563 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2023 CH 08314 TJSC#: 442230 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 08314 I3253651 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION MILL CITY MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2018-4 Plaintiff, -v.- TYLITA VASQUEZ, AS ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF LOLITA DOZIER, TYLITA VASQUEZ, AS HEIR TO LOLITA DOZIER, TYRONE THOMAS, AS HEIR TO LOLITA DOZIER Defendants 2022 CH 08619 3907 TROON STREET FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 12, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 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 3907 TROON STREET, FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422 Property Index No. 3111-106-002-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $380,064.19. Sale terms: 100% of the bid amount shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certified check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. 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, contact R. Elliott Halsey, KELLEY, KRONENBERG, P.A. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 20 N CLARK STREET SUITE 1150, Chicago, IL, 60602 (312) 2168828. Please refer to file number M22353. 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. R. Elliott Halsey KELLEY, KRONENBERG, P.A. 20 N CLARK STREET SUITE 1150 Chicago IL, 60602 312-216-8828 E-Mail: ehalsey@kklaw.com Attorney File No. M22353 Attorney ARDC No. 6283033 Attorney Code. 49848 Case Number: 2022 CH 08619 TJSC#: 44-2261 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 08619 I3253780

AC10-30-2024

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION HANI BUIRAT, Plaintiff, v. OLD NATIONAL BANK, successor in interest to First Midwest Bank, as trustee under a trust agreement dated January 24, 2022 and known as trust number 9742; SHEIKH INVESTMENTS LLC, an Illinois limited liability company; CITY OF CHICAGO HEIGHTS; HADEEL HAMDAN; SHARKS EXPRESS OF KENWOOD INC., an Illinois corporation; UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMAINTS, Defendants. Case No. 2023 CH 08755 Cal. 57 92 W Joe Orr Rd Chicago Heights, IL 60411 NOTICE OF SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above-entitled cause on June 26, 2024, the Cook County Sheriff's Office will on November 26, 2024 at the hour of 1:00 p.m. in their office at Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W. Washington, Outside Room LL-06, Chicago, Illinois 60602, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: PIN: 32-17-302-0190000 Commonly Known As: 92 W Joe Orr Rd, Chicago Heights, IL 60411 The property is improved with a commercial building. The property will not be open for inspection. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. The subject property is subject to real estate taxes or special assessments and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the mortgaged real estate after confirmation of the sale. For information, contact Jonathan Koyn, Attorney for Plaintiff, (708) 960-0487. CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE The undersigned, an attorney, certifies that Notice of Sale was served by publication according to the attached Certificates of Publication in the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin and the Reporter Newspaper on the dates set forth in the Certificates. Jonathan Koyn /s/ Jonathan R. Koyn Attorney at Law 1034 Sterling Avenue Flossmoor, IL 60422 (708) 9600487 jon@koynlaw.com I3254450

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