Erika Allen is the Founder of Urban Growers Collective, president of Green ERA
Three acres of Green Era Campus is utilized for the anaerobic digester, which will generate clean energy from organic waste, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. PHOTO PROVIDED BY URBAN GROWERS COLLECTIVE.
MANLEY CAPS OFF HEALTH AND PUBLIC SAFETY AGENDA, SEVERAL MEASURES
SIGNED INTO LAW
ROMEOVILLE, Ill. – Rounding off a successful legislative session this Spring, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, has passed a catalog of new bills into law that focus on strengthening health and public safety concerns for Illinoisans statewide.
“I’m proud to receive the governor’s support on several measures that will improve how we manage several health items across the state, including making sure insured patients receive timely care by keeping insurance companies accountable, upskilling our care facility staff, and penalizing the remote delivery of e-cigarettes for minors,” said Manley. “As well as recategorizing how we manage hazardous waste for smart, safe disposal, we’re truly on a healthy path to ensuring all our health and public safety standards are on track to prioritize our future generations.”
Governor JB Pritzker signed the following Manley-backed bills on August 9.
Senate Bill 2641 requires insurance companies to prove that hospitals in their network have enough specialists, including emergency room doctors, anesthesiologists, radiologists, and pathologists, to ensure covered patients receive timely care.
Senate Bill 860 modifies the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Administrative Act to ensure that care facility staff who help administer medication are well-trained and that safety standards are maintained at the highest level.
Senate Bill 3098 criminalizes the shipping or delivery of e-cigarettes or “vapes” that were remotely purchased under the age of 21, subject to a $200 fine for one offense within two years.
Senate Bill 839 updates how hazardous paint and paint-related waste are classified as “universal waste,” holding companies to higher safety standards, including management requirements and mandating employee training or shipping standards for hazardous paint.
“While there is plenty more work to be done, these initiatives fill crucial gaps in our laws that will have positive transportation for many Illinois communities,” said Manley.
Aetna® donates $100,000 to Safer Foundation
FUNDING WILL HELP PROVIDE UNHOUSED FAMILIES WITH HOMES
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – Aetna Better Health of Illinois®, a CVS Health® company (NYSE: CVS), announced that Aetna® provided Safer Foundation with a community investment of $100,000 to help place unhoused families in Chicago into homes.
To date, the community investment from Aetna has enabled Safer Foundation to place 13 families — 22 people total — into homes in Cook County.
Offering reentry support to previously incarcerated individuals, Safer Foundation helps connect justice-involved individuals with stabilizing support, employment, education and advocacy. The $100,000 investment from Aetna, helps further that support with housing stability.
The housing units are helping people who are reentering society by reconnecting them with their families and giving them some peace of mind. Partnering with organizations like Safer Foundation, which have a proven track record of serving the most vulnerable individuals, helps Aetna build healthier communities.
Aetna has awarded over $800,000 in community investments to support various Illinois based organizations that assist Medicaid members with access to healthy food, job development, housing support, maternal and child health and access to care.
Aetna Better Health of Illinois serves over 397,000 Medicaid members in 102 counties. The health plan offers value-added benefits and best practices that have proven positive results in utilization, health gap closures and member satisfaction. For more information about Aetna Better Health® of Illinois, visit our website, www. aetnabetterhealth.com/illinois-medicaid.
Green Era Campus Aims To Provide Solution To Food Access On South Side
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BY TIA CAROL JONES
The Green Era Campus is a nine-acre facility located at 650 West 83rd St. The campus is a partnership between Green Era Sustainability, Urban Growers Collective and Green Era Educational NFP.
Erika Allen, Founder of Urban Growers Collective, said the Green Era Campus is needed, because it is necessary to have a fully complete, local food system. Early in her career of doing urban agriculture, Allen had to bring compost down from Milwaukee from Growing Power to be able to grow her produce.
Allen explained that with urban agriculture, the difference is that the spaces are smaller, and the plants have to be grown closer together. To grow the produce, it requires lots of energetic soil, with lots of fertility. That requires a more dense compost. There is an anaerobic digester on site that will be able to provide food and beverage waste recycling, as well as supply renewable gas. The food and beverage waste that is recycled becomes part of the material that is used for the compost to grow the produce.
“At the end of the day, we have this material that goes back out to the farm that is the same quality material that I had to bring down 20 years ago, in box trucks, to be able to grow food in the manner that we had developed,” Allen said.
Three acres of the campus will be the digester and the Urban Growers Collective will be installing the remaining aspects of the campus. There will also be about an acre and a half of nature area where demonstrations about the impact of the plants and trees on the ability to mitigate climate change and build more resiliency.
Allen said the name Green Era speaks to moving into an environmental social consciousness and economic reality that has to incorporate climate change and justice in the way that we live as people.
“It doesn’t make sense to talk about sustainability or regenerative agriculture or organics or good food, when people who have historically been left out innovation and wealth building opportunities are not part of this shift,” Allen said. She added that it is important that job creation, small business development, wealth disparities and public health outcomes are part of the conversation of when it
comes to why people have the food access they have.
Allen has seen things that are challenges in society and the environment and works toward providing models that can be scaled. She does the work, while training and supporting others to also do that work. Green Era represents that, with people seeing what the Urban Growers Collective is doing, to learn what they are doing, to contribute to research and to contribute to the vitality of Auburn Gresham and the South Side.
Along with the anaerobic digester, the Green Era Campus will have a greenhouse, education center, community farmstand and retail store, a green infrastructure and climate change boardwalk and vertical farm. Funds are being raised to build and complete the remaining components of the campus. The hope is that the greenhouse will be completed by early next summer.
The Urban Growers Collective received funding from the U.S. Department of Forestry, City of Chicago and Morton Arboretum, which they will use to build capacity to grow more trees. The Green Era Campus also has a commitment from the Pritzker Traubert Foundation as part of the Chicago Prize. The Green Era Campus will also have a nursery and a nursery training program, with the goal to grow up to 10,000 trees, focusing on edible forestry, fruit and nut bearing trees. Allen said the edible forestry, along with the canopy trees, will help with food security and help mitigate climate change. Allen hopes that the Green Era Campus model will be replicated in other parts of the city, region and across the country.
“We’re just really grateful for all of the support and people really taking the time to understand and be educated about what we’re doing, because it’s really the future. I’m very proud that this project is situated where it is,” Allen said. She added that the young people who participate in the Urban Growers Collective are really excited about the Green Era Campus, which brings her joy and is part of the organization’s mission and purpose as a not for profit.
The Urban Growers Collective is hosting an Urban Ag Crawl on Sept. 8th. For more information about the Urban Growers Collective, visit urbangrowerscollective.org. For more information about the Green Era Campus, visit greenerachicago.org.
Finalists and Winner of the 2024 Governor’s Hometown Awards Announced
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and the Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service (Serve Illinois) announced the 2024 Governor’s Hometown Award finalists and Governor’s Cup winner yesterday at a ceremony in Springfield.
Each year, these awards give formal recognition to those who contributed to projects that improved their community’s quality of life.
Finalists are as follows:
City of Amboy – Teen Turf, INC.
Teen Turf is a year-round operation that operates a free after-school and summer program for children. They serve an average of 20-45 students from toddler to high school age with reading, creativity, and team building; additionally, they encourage community service through their “Clean and Green” program.
City of Marion – Marion Connects
Marion Connects, a volunteer corps, is made up of local leaders and residents all working together to make a positive impact in the Marion community. The group organizes monthly “Third Thursday” events that are designed to build community and create memories. Local businesses donate time and resources to make these events free for all who attend.
City of Edwardsville – Challenger Baseball
Challenger baseball tailors the sport to individuals with
developmental disabilities of all skill levels by utilizing a supportive and inclusive coach and buddy system. The players wear the same full uniforms and play on the same fields as traditional teams.
City of Chicago – Social Change
Social Change is a nonprofit organization with a dedicated network of volunteers that organized impactful community events such as food giveaways, health fairs, expungement clinics, and back-to-school events. They were able address immediate community needs and create a supportive and inclusive environment.
The finalists were chosen by a distinguished panel of judges who reviewed more than 40 applications. The final four community-based projects covered the categories of Youth Development and Education, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Healthy Futures.
The ceremony honoring finalists and the winner was held at Erin’s Pavillion in Springfield Wednesday evening, following presentations by finalists at the Illinois State Fair earlier in the day.
The winner of the Governor’s Cup was the City of Edwardsville’s Challenger Baseball. All four communities were also given a highway sign that will be installed later this year.
“Illinois is so lucky to have some of the most generous and compassionate people. I am grateful to honor these Illinoisans
Green Era Campus is a nine acre urban agriculture, manufacturing, nature campus located on the South Side of Chicago.
PHOTO PROVIDED BY URBAN GROWERS COLLECTIVE.
MAYOR BRANDON JOHNSON AND CHICAGO DEPARTMENT
CHICAGO — Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) announced the grant awardees of the first round of the Good Food Fund Grant program. Forty-one Chicago food businesses were selected to receive a grant, fully funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, ranging from $10,000 to $100,000.
The goals of the Good Food Fund are to increase access to culturally relevant and nourishing food on the South and West sides, increase business ownership and jobs in the food industry, create stronger and more sustainable local food economies and increase local sourcing and supply of locally grown and regionally produced foods. The Good Food Fund programs, which are part of Mayor Johnson’s Road to Recovery Plan, were designed after intensive community engagement with the Food Equity Council and seek to help expand, enhance and restore the food
industry using an equity and community-based approach. The second round of the Good Food Fund Grant application launched on Aug. 15.
“The Good Food Fund grant represents my commitment to equity and empowerment, ensuring every Chicagoan has access to fresh, local food,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “Congratulations to all food business grant awardees—your dedication to uplifting our communities through culinary innovation sets a remarkable example for us all.”
To ensure an equitable grant award selection process for all, the Food Equity Council and Allies for Community Business (A4CB), in collaboration with the City, assisted in developing the criteria for the Round 1 of the grant program. The goal was to provide businesses, across the food ecosystem, in communities with inequitable food access with an opportunity to apply for and receive a grant ranging from $10,000 to $100,000. Communities with inequitable access to food were determined using the Chicago Health Atlas.
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Margaret’s Restaurant
Nary’s Grill & Pizza
Nicole’s Sandwich Shop
Nuevo Leon Bakery
Seafood Paradise on Jeffery
Shinju Sushi Japanese Restaurant
Spinzer Restaurant
Sputnik Coffee Company
Subway (Auburn Gresham)
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5 Tips for Sandwich Caregivers on How to Balance Children and a Parent with Dementia
For many families, late summer ushers in the annual ritual known as “back to school.” Dreaded by kids and celebrated by parents, the return to school marks a time of transition to more rigid schedules after a few months of fun and flexibility.
But for sandwich generation caregivers – those who are raising a family while caring for a parent – the new school calendar and all the activities associated with it can add to an already hectic schedule.
National surveys have found there are about 11 million sandwich generation caregivers, with about 2.2 million caring for someone with Alzheimer’s. The number of sandwich generation caregivers is expected to grow as Baby Boomers increasingly move into retirement age and live longer lives.
“BACP is thrilled to collaborate with A4CB and the Food Equity Council on the Good Food Fund, a program designed to address food insecurity in underserved Chicago communities by providing customized food coaching, grants and access to low-interest loans,” said BACP Acting Commissioner Ivan Capifali. “By investing in initiatives that increase access to affordable food options, such as local growers, grocery stores and small food businesses, the City can empower its residents to make healthier choices and build more resilient communities.”
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Because the toll of Alzheimer’s weighs heavily on caregivers who are also raising a family, finding a balance can require major sacrifices. Of the more than 11 million unpaid Alzheimer’s caregivers in the United States, with 314,00 here in Illinois, about one-third report their health has suffered due to caregiving, and over half report tardiness or absences at work. To compensate, caregivers often must leave their jobs or ask children to take on extra responsibilities.
Despite its many challenges, it is possible for sandwich generation caregivers to manage their responsibilities effectively while maintaining their overall health and wellbeing. The Alzheimer’s Association offers these tips:
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“Allies for Community Business believes that entrepreneurs from any background can start and grow businesses that create generational wealth for their families and communities,” said Brad McConnell, CEO of A4CB. “Through our partnership with the City and the Food Equity Council in administering the Good Food Fund and our joint venture partnership with ICNC at The Hatchery food incubator, we are excited to provide the grants, loans, coaching and kitchen space that entrepreneurs need to grow great businesses.”
Good Food Fund Grant Awardees:
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Carniceria La Hacienda
Carolyn’s Krisps
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whose contributions have bettered our communities – with focuses on youth and more equitable and healthy futures for everyone in our great state,” said Dulce M. Quintero, IDHS Secretary Designate.
“Serve Illinois brings representatives from communities across Illinois together to celebrate the true meaning of the Governor’s Hometown Awards call to collective action. Each project strives to raise the quality of life for their residents which is a building block for better outcomes in their lived experience in Illinois
To apply for the grant, visit a4cb. org/grants. Entrepreneurs seeking grant application assistance can contact A4CB by calling 872-710-0035 or by sending an email to help@a4cb.org.
Good Food Fund business coaching and low-interest loans are currently still available through Allies for Community Business. Interested food entrepreneurs can contact A4CB at 312-275-3000 or schedule a consultation with a Business Coach or Community Lender at a4cb.loanwell.com.
To learn more about BACP’s Recovery Plan efforts, please visit Chicago.gov/BACPrecoveryplan.
To learn more about Chicago’s Food Equity Council, please visit: Chicago.gov/ChicagoFoodEquityCouncil.
Questions regarding Round 1 of the Good Food Fund can be directed to Allies for Community Business at help@a4cb.org.
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and community,” said Andres J. Fernandez, Serve Illinois Executive Director.
Now in its sixteenth year with Serve Illinois, the Governor’s Hometown Awards continue to bolster the commission’s mission to improve Illinois communities by enhancing volunteerism and instilling an ethic of service throughout the state.
Volunteers continue to step up each year to serve unmet needs in their communities and recognition of these community service projects is essential.
● Take Care of Yourself – It can be easy to neglect your health while caring for others but making sure you are healthy can help you be a better caregiver to others. Try to eat well, exercise and get plenty of rest. Carving out just 30 minutes a day for yourself to do something you enjoy (exercise, reading or watching TV) can go a long way to reducing caregiver stress. The Alzheimer’s Association offers these specific tips for recognizing and relieving caregiver stress.
● Maintain Good Communication – A major stressor for sandwich generation caregivers is feelings of guilt when caregiving tasks detract from time spent with family. Help your spouse/partner and children understand the demands you’re facing and enlist their help and support. A 2017 Alzheimer’s Association survey found that 91 percent of Americans believe it “takes a village” to care for a person living with Alzheimer’s, but many caregivers fail to ask for help.
● Seek Support – Contact the Alzheimer’s Association or use our online Community Resource Finder to locate dementia care resources in your area. Adult day programs, in-home assistance, companions and meal delivery are just some of the services that can help you manage daily tasks. Visit the Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver Center to learn more and access care training resources, including free online workshops.
● Talk to Your Employer – A 2023 AARP report found that 45% of employed caregivers indicate their employers offered flexible work schedules. Some companies allow telecommuting. Discuss potential accommodations that can be made that will allow you to remain productive at work while balancing caregiver responsibilities at home.
Ï Know You’re Doing Your Best – Remember that the care you provide makes a difference and that you are doing the best you can. You may feel guilty because you can’t do more, but you are only one person. Identify priorities and focus on those tasks most essential. Delegate lesser responsibilities to others. For support and encouragement, join ALZConnected, our online caregiver community.
“Caregiving, particularly when you are caring for a loved one with dementia and children at home, can be overwhelming,” said Delia Jervier, Executive Director Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter. “It is important to know that high levels of stress can be harmful to all family members. But there is support and resources that can help family members navigate through the journey.
About the Alzheimer’s Association®: The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s®. Visit alz.org or call 800.272-3900.
How to make your credit card work for you
SPONSORED BY JPMORGANCHASE
Credit cards can be an important tool toward building a healthy financial future. When used responsibly, credit cards can help you establish a solid credit history, making it easier to finance larger purchases – like a home or vehicle –in the future.
Even if you don’t have a strong credit history, you can still qualify for a credit card. Local JPMorgan Chase community manager Jared Evans explains how you can apply for a credit card, what to look for in a credit card and how credit cards can help you achieve your future financial goals.
How do I get started?
If you already have a checking or savings account in good standing, consider applying for a credit card at your current bank. You can apply online or visit a bank branch to work with a representative. Make sure to ask about all their credit card options.
You can also apply for a card online through any financial institution. Wherever you apply, you’ll usually need to provide your Social Security number or an individual taxpayer identification number, source(s) of income and evidence of monthly housing or rent.
What should I look for in a credit card?
You may find it helpful to find a card with no annual fee so you don’t have to pay money out of pocket just for carrying the card. You may want to make sure your credit card issuer reports to all three credit bureaus. This way, you can build credit history across the board and improve your chance of getting future credit cards and loans.
How can I use credit cards to build credit?
There are multiple ways to use credit cards to help establish credit and increase your credit score. Make your payments on time and avoid “maxing out” your card -- maintain a low balance by keeping your credit usage below 30% of your card’s limit.
Time is the best way to build credit history, so make sure you keep your credit card account open even if you don’t use the actual card much.
What if I don’t have a credit history?
While this likely won’t block you from getting a credit card completely, it can affect the types of cards and terms you’re approved for.
Card issuers consider factors like your credit score, income and employment. Your credit history heavily influences your credit score, so if you don’t have a credit history, your card may come with higher interest rates. You might also have a lower credit limit because you haven’t yet proven you can pay back money on time.
Eventually, you can build a strong credit history through on-time payments, which may make you eligible for lower interest rates and higher credit limits.
If you don’t qualify for a regular credit card, consider starter credit cards for those new to credit, including:
• Student credit cards. These cards are usually built for students who haven’t had a credit card before and are looking for helpful benefits, like no annual fees.
• Store credit cards. Retailers can approve applicants with little credit history for a card. Store cards usually carry a higher interest rate, but payments still become part of your credit profile. Remember to try to pay off the balance each month to help avoid raking up interest.
You can also ask to become an authorized user on someone else’s card. If the other person makes their payments on time, that will reflect on your credit report as well.
Get good credit with credit cards
Applying for and using a credit card responsibly can be a step toward building a solid financial future. As you establish your credit history, you can use tools like Chase Credit Journey to check and monitor your credit so you can stay on track towards your financial goals.
For informational/educational purposes only: Views and strategies described may not be appropriate for everyone and are not intended as specific advice/ recommendation for any individual. Information has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but JPMorgan Chase & Co. or its affiliates and/or subsidiaries do not warrant its completeness or accuracy.
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Thrivin’ in Color Podcast Uncovers the Beauty of Black Entrepreneurship
(Black PR Wire) Miami, FL – Thrivin’ in Color, a podcast dedicated to amplifying diverse voices and stories, continues its celebration of Black Business Month with a new episode featuring Gaby L. Longsworth, CEO and founder of Absolutely Everything Curly. Gaby shares how she is transforming the beauty industry with her innovative platform, using science to help individuals embrace their natural hair.
In this inspiring episode, Gaby discusses her journey as a Black entrepreneur in the beauty industry and how her passion for empowering individuals with curly hair led to the creation of a comprehensive, science-based resource platform. This platform provides education and community support, as well as research on various hair care products widely used today. “Gaby was so inspiring, and her platform is making a significant impact by helping so many people embrace their natural hair,” said host Camry Brown. “I hope listeners feel empowered and encouraged after hearing this episode.”
Gaby L. Longsworth is a mom, wife, Ph.D. scientist, and a biotech and pharmaceutical patent attorney who is deeply passionate about sharing her knowledge and research. Absolutely Everything Curly was created to help people discover and embrace their hair in its natural form while saving time and money in the process. The information Absolutely Everything Curly provides will help people learn about their hair’s characteristics, and the proper hair products and techniques that will enhance its authentic look and feel. Absolutely Everything Curly aspires to be the unbiased and science-backed go-to source for all people with curly, coily, and wavy hair.
Black PR Wire’s Thrivin’ in Color podcast provides Black and Brown leaders with an exclusive platform to share their stories and ignite the next generation of entrepreneurs. Tune in to Thrivin’ in Color on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Thrivin’ In Color is a podcast produced by Black PR Wire, featuring interviews with remarkable sistas and brothas from across the country who are doing extraordinary things in today’s society. Thrivin’ In Color takes us behind the scenes of their world, where we meet with them and pick up some golden nuggets for success. Thrivin’ In Color podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all of your favorite podcast services.
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evian® teams up with Pharrell Williams’ Humanrace to Launch Tennis-Inspired Apparel Collection
in Advance of New York’s Largest Tennis Tournament
NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- evian® natural spring water, the official water of the US Open, creative powerhouse and cultural icon Pharrell Williams, and his design, innovation, and lifestyle product company, Humanrace announce the launch of an exclusive limited-edition tennis-inspired apparel collection. The capsule collection marks the first installment of a multifaceted partnership rooted in community, creativity, and the undeniable energy of living young. Whether you’re a passionate player or a devoted fan, the evian x Humanrace by Pharrell Williams collaboration celebrates the spirit of tennis while embracing the vibrant energy of the city that hosts the tournament and the people from all over the world who come to experience this moment.
For more than three decades, evian has proudly served as the official water of New York’s largest tennis tournament, the US Open, bringing its premium water to the court and helping to hydrate players and fans alike. Together, evian and Humanrace have developed an all-gender capsule that brings together the essence of tennis through Williams’ personal fashion sense rooted in his active lifestyle and focus on being well.
essentials like a Mock-Neck, drop shoulder T-Shirt, cap, and expandable carry-all bag designed to encourage individuals to embrace a healthy and hydrated lifestyle.
aligns with sportsmanship—both strive towards the daily commitment to being well and a dedication to excellence. Through design, we crafted a collection that honors the global community at the intersection of sport, style, and innovation.”
The evian x Humanrace by Pharrell Williams capsule will be available for purchase beginning August 24th exclusively at Humanrace.com for a limited-time while supplies last. On the same day, those in New York City can stop by a one-day-only experience in Gansevoort Plaza to be among the first to purchase the collection, hydrate with evian natural spring water, and soak in the city’s vibrant energy. Featuring a stadium-inspired design, evian, Pharrell Williams, and Humanrace invites the community to gather and celebrate together.
Made from 100% natural fibers and manufactured in the United States, the capsule focuses on the functional simplicity of the everyday while drawing inspiration from sports and tech. As a nod to utilitarian living, the pieces are meant to adapt to and with your journey. From the Cropped French Terry Quarter Zip to a track-inspired swing Short, the unisex collection features contemporary
“Every piece in this line reflects my belief that being well is a lifestyle,” said Pharrell Williams. “Water’s the essence of life, right? We can’t live without it. So it’s only natural for Humanrace and evian to come together for this collaboration. It’s all about celebrating what keeps us connected, mindful, and moving.”
“When designing this collection, we applied the Humanrace lens to Pharrell’s imaginative playfulness and evian’s Live Young ethos,” explained Edward Robinson, Creative Director at Humanrace. “Humanrace naturally
“The collaboration between evian, Pharrell and Humanrace encapsulates the spirit of our ‘Live Young’ ethos,” said Leeni Hämäläinen, Marketing Director for evian in North America. “Whether sporting the sleek tenniscore collection around town, celebrating with the local community at the US Open or sipping on our natural spring water from the French Alps, we want to inspire people to embrace joy and wellbeing - both physically and emotionally.”
Celebrate the excitement of New York’s largest tennis tournament, and the vibrant energy of New York City as a fresh perspective is brought to the tennis lifestyle that is rooted in community, creativity, and the undeniable energy of living young. Follow along on @evianwater, @humanrace, and @pharrell social channels, and stay tuned for more exciting updates and announcements.
DONNA KARAN NEW YORK UNVEILS ICONIC “REFLECTIONS ON WOMEN” CAMPAIGN FOR FALL 2024
NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- Continuing its iconic revival, Donna Karan New York unveils its Fall 2024 Campaign, “Reflections on Women,” with a powerful message that celebrates the multi-faceted nature of modern women.
This past spring, Donna Karan New York relaunched the brand with the “In Women We Trust” campaign, breathing new life into its story and legacy. The campaign featured multiple generations of women as brand storytellers, resonating deeply with a broad audience and giving the brand immediate relevance. Building on its success this past spring, Donna Karan enhances its storytelling for Fall 2024 by embracing women’s dimensional nature—strong yet sensual, powerful, and passionate. This deep emotional connection has always been a brand strength, offering a unique opportunity for further distinction. From apparel to accessories, the line exudes glamour, elegance, and versatility in equal measure, and reflects an accessible luxury positioning that is in step with the needs of women today. Beyond its broader generational appeal, Donna Karan New York assumes a forward-leaning sensibility, recognizing how an empowered yet effortless style speaks clearly to our time.
The Fall 2024 Collection explores some of the defining characteristics of New York, an endless source of inspiration. The urban landscape emerges through various elements, whether the predominantly black and gray
palette punctuated with vibrant accents or the liquid satin emulating wet pavement. As the line-up shifts to a series of looks in olive green and gold, there is the sense of leaves changing color as the sun glows through the trees. Burnout fabrics, textured jacquards, supple leather and suede further emphasize the season. Architectural lines take shape in dresses with angles, and cutouts that contour and enhance the body. In this vision of New York after dark, expanses of black are illuminated by gleaming streaks of gold.
The campaign, “Reflections on Women,” introduces an iconic group of eight women who share a rich history with the brand and embody Donna Karan’s past, present and future: Christy Turlington, Amber Valletta, Alek Wek, Karen Elson, Imaan Hammam, Eva Herzigova, Edie Campbell, and Liu Wen. Set against modern reflec-
tive gold and mirrors, this group is captured in various combinations by photographer Mikael Jansson, each reflecting a different element of womanhood. Jansson, one of the world’s leading fashion image makers, has a 25+ year relationship with the brand and understands its DNA inherently.
“It’s an amazing group of women, and I love the throughline of Donna Karan in us all,” states Christy Turlington.
The Donna Karan New York campaign will roll out on all Donna Karan social channels today, highlighting this new group of iconic women sharing their individual stories. The campaign will be amplified with a 360-degree approach across North America through a diversified media mix of high-visibility digital, print, and premium outdoor. The Fall 2024 collection will be available in North America in select retailers on August 15, 2024 and on DonnaKaran.com.
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WONDERVERSE PRESENTS BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE BENEFITING ENCHANTED BACKPACK
Oak Brook, Ill. – Wonderverse, Sony Pictures immersive dining and entertainment experience, located in Oakbrook Center, is thrilled to present a new school supply drive with all items donated to Enchanted Backpack, the charity that provides fully stocked backpacks to children in need. Guests who donate $20 in new school supplies at Wonderverse will receive a $40 Play Card to experience Wonderverse’s arcade and attractions that range from escape rooms to virtual reality and racing simulations to bumper cars. Make that donation a new backpack and get a bonus $10 dining card. Enchanted Backpack, a 501(c)3 organization, was started with the belief that all children deserve to have the tools they need to learn and excel and that all teachers deserve to have the support and materials to make their classrooms exciting learning centers.
Wonderverse, the 45,000 square-foot thrilling, multi-function dining and entertainment space, hosts a hybrid of physical and immersive multimedia experiences, interactive installations, dynamic attractions, various props and photo ops, and themed
dining experiences, and allows guests to enter imaginative worlds from popular films, television series, and video games. Sony films such as Ghostbusters, Uncharted, Jumanji, Bad Boys, Zombieland, and more are featured in activations including Uncharted: The Pursuit; Ghostbusters Virtual Reality Academy: Pacific Playland; Zombieland Bumper Cars; Jumanji: Reverse The Curse; Bad Boys Racing Club; and The Ghost Trap.
The restaurant at Wonderverse offers a diverse selection of modern American cuisine, meticulously curated by Chef Scott Donaldson. With a menu featuring a variety of innovative dishes, guests can expect a culinary experience that is out of this world. The restaurant at Wonderverse prepares guests to embark on a supernatural journey as they enter the Ghost Trap Speakeasy. This unique bar offers more than specially made cocktails, it promises an unforgettable experience for attendees and their fellow Ghostbusters. It is first-come, first-served at The Bar at Wonderverse, where guests can sip and savor light bites, tasty desserts, and unique cocktails/ mocktails.
NAREB APPLAUDS VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS’S PLAN TO REVIVE HOUSING INDUSTRY AND MAKE HOMES MORE AFFORDABLE
WASHINGTON, DC -- The National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) applauded Vice President Kamala Harris’ plan to lower housing costs by providing incentives to builders to construct three million new units, offering $25,000 in downpayment support for first-time homebuyers and creating a $40 billion fund for local governments to build housing.
“NAREB enthusiastically supports the Vice President’s housing plan,” said Dr. Courtney Johnson Rose, NAREB’s President. “NAREB recognizes that the lack of sufficient housing inventory is a major reason for the high prices preventing Black families and other consumers from purchasing a home. This is a tremendous plan that will help families across America.”
Harris, the presumed Democratic presidential nominee, announced the plan today. It would provide tax incentives to homebuilders for constructing “starter houses” geared to first-time buyers and affordable rental housing. If she is elected, Congress will need to approve many of the provisions. Harris is also calling for legislation to crack down on companies contributing to surging rent prices and to remove tax benefits for major investors who acquire large numbers of single-family homes.
Dr. Rose asserted that Vice President Harris is on target with her plan, noting that housing demand outpaces new home construction by roughly 100,000 units annually, creating the largest housing shortfall in nearly half a century. The inadequate supply of new homes contributes to the growing housing affordability crisis.
“This proposal demonstrates that Vice President Harris understands the plight of middle-class families in America, and she has innovative answers to their housing challenges,” Dr. Rose said, recalling that NAREB researchers previously identified the lack of inventory and investor home purchases as making it more difficult for families to purchase homes.
NAREB’s 2023 State of Housing in Black America (SHIBA) report declared an enormous need to increase the affordable housing stock and called on the government to reform the nation’s housing finance system
From happy hours and interactive experiences to trivia nights and live entertainment, Wonderverse has something for everyone. Adults can sip on half off cocktails during happy hour, held Monday through Friday from 4 pm to 6 pm. Every Wednesday from 6 pm to 8 pm, Wonderverse will host themed trivia nights where participants can showcase their Sony film knowledge on classics ranging from “Bad Boys” to “Ghostbusters.”
Enchanted Backpack was created over 50 years ago by the family that founded the Alberto Culver Company. The Foundation historically supported groups working in health care, education and programs designed to better family life. Today the Foundation, directed by the second and third family generations under the banner of “Innovative Philanthropy at Work”, has continued and deepened that focus while creating new, entrepreneurial initiatives that extend its passion and reach beyond traditional funding channels. Other examples of the family’s innovative practices are exemplified through the CAST Water Safety Foundation and Enchanted Backpack, and “Feed It Forward”, a $3.5 million initiative the Foundation began at the onset of the COVID pandemic. “Feed It Forward” partnered nonprofits with mom-and-pop restaurants to feed those in need while keeping neighborhood restaurants open with steady business.
motion picture production, acquisition, and distribution; television production, acquisition, and distribution; television networks; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; and development of new entertainment products, services and technologies. Sony Pictures Television operates dozens of wholly-owned or joint-venture production companies around the world. SPE’s Motion Picture Group production organizations include Columbia Pictures, Screen Gems, TriStar Pictures, 3000 Pictures, Sony Pictures Animation, Stage 6 Films, AFFIRM Films, Sony Pictures International Productions, and Sony Pictures Classics. For additional information, visit http:// www.sonypictures.com/corp/divisions. html.
by requiring a restructured Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to form partnerships with large financial institutions via special purpose credit programs. SHIBA estimated that an efficient housing rehabilitation program financed by the Housing Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs) could save 107,000 homes annually.
Dr. Rose also welcomed a crackdown on investor-purchased single-family homes.
The SHIBA report said investor home purchases accelerated during the 20202021 pandemic. By the first quarter of 2022, investor purchases of single-family homes peaked at 28% of market share. As of the first quarter of 2023, investors accounted for about 27% of single-family home purchases.
“Investor home purchases negatively impact the affordability and supply of homes for sale, particularly for lower-income households,” Dr. Rose said. “Investors outbid typical homebuyers and pay cash for houses and not perform inspections or appraisals. Many investor-owned single-family homes are transformed into rental housing, removing it from the owner-occupied stock.”
Dr. Rose said the Harris plan can spur a new era in homeownership for all Americans.
“This plan is the kind of jolt that the housing industry has needed,” said Dr. Rose. “This is how we create a more equitable America.”
NAREB was formed in 1947 to secure equal housing opportunities regardless of race, creed, or color. NAREB has advocated for legislation and supported or instigated legal challenges that ensure fair housing, sustainable homeownership, and access to credit for Black Americans. Simultaneously, NAREB advocates for and promotes access to business opportunities for Black real estate professionals in each real estate discipline. From the past to the present, NAREB remains an association that is proud of its history, dedicated to its chosen struggle, and unrelenting in its pursuit of the REALTIST®’s mission/vision embedded goal, “Democracy in Housing.”
Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation. SPE’s global operations encompass
Wonderverse is a dynamic 45,000 square-foot dining and entertainment venue offering immersive multimedia experiences, interactive installations, and dynamic attractions. Located at 2310 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL 60523, on Level 1 just outside Chicago in the renowned Oakbrook Center, one of the nation’s top shopping destinations. Admission to Wonderverse is free, with attractions priced for all to enjoy. It is recommended to book tickets in advance as availability may be limited. Guests under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age. For more information or to make reservations, visit WonderverseChicago.com or stay updated on social media @WonderverseChicago.
CELIA CRUZ MAKES HISTORY ONCE MORE
The Singer Will Be the First Afro-Latina To Appear on U.S. Currency
MIAMI, PRNewswire -- The Celia Cruz Estate and its executor, Omer Pardillo-Cid, announced that the coin dedicated to the immortal Cuban singer Celia Cruz, one of the most beloved and outstanding artists of the 20th century, has officially entered circulation. Cruz was chosen as one of five exceptional women to be celebrated by the United States Mint’s American Women Quarters Program™ in 2025. The so-called Queen of Salsa, who passed away in 2003, appears on the coin in relief, dressed in traditional Cuban garb next to her motto ¡Azúcar!
The year 2025 marks the centennial of the birth of the legendary singer and this is just one of the many events that celebrate this historic date. In June of this year, a commemorative album called Celia Cruz En Vivo: 100 Años de Azúcar (Celia Cruz Live: 100 Years of Azúcar) produced by Loud And Live Studios and distributed by InnerCat, was the first of these events. The album, which contained never-released live recordings of the singer in concert in the mid-eighties, was released digitally and as a specially packaged vinyl, and became an instant collector’s item.
According to Ventris C. Gibson, Director of the Mint, “All of the women honored have unique accomplishments that have significantly impacted the history of our nation”
cultural footprint is huge. In the two decades since her death, the fame and affection for this emblematic artist has grown and continues to grow daily. Celia Cruz has become the most idolized Hispanic singer in history. The iconic singer, who received countless awards and recognitions during her lifetime, including three GRAMMY®s and four Latin GRAMMY®s, was immortalized by the United States Postal Service with a postage stamp bearing her image as part of the Latin Music Legends
Forever series and was chosen by the North American magazine Rolling Stone® as one of the 200 best singers in history (number 18). Recently, her image was preserved by the toy manufacturer Mattel® in a Barbie® doll as part of the Inspiring Women series.
The American Women Quarters is a fouryear program authorized by the Circulating Collectible Coin Redesign Act of 2020 (Public Law 116-330) to celebrate the achievements and positive contributions of women in this nation. This year, Celia Cruz was chosen alongside Patsy Takemoto Mink, Dr. Mary Edwards Walker, Pauli Murray and Zitkala-Ša. It is the first time that an Afro-Latina has been honored in this way.
“Celia received so many accolades during her lifetime that it was hard to expect a greater honor than those she had already accumulated during her legendary career. But to have been honored by the U.S. Mint in this way is something that would have surprised her greatly since she was a simple and humble woman,” said Omer Pardillo-Cid, Cruz’s last artistic representative and the executor of her estate. “The adjective ‘unique’ has been used a great deal, but I really can’t find another that is more correct to describe Celia Cruz. Unique and eternal.”
Celia Cruz was born in Havana, Cuba in 1925, and until her death in 2003, she took her music around the world spreading her distinctive flavor and joy in her wake. Her
“We are thrilled to partner with the Celia Cruz Estate to celebrate the legacy of Celia Cruz,” said Benjamin León, Jr., Chairman and Founder of Leon Medical Centers. “Celia’s music and spirit have been an inspiration to countless people, and this commemorative quarter and carrying case is a beautiful tribute to her incredible contributions to music and culture. As a Cuban exile, this project holds a special place in my heart, and I am honored to share this moment with our Leon community.”
The Celia Cruz Estate is responsible for the safeguarding, protection and maximizing the benefits accruable into and from all Celia Cruz intellectual property assets, including Celia Cruz copyrights, trademarks, URL, image rights, archives, performance rights, naming rights and together with Celia Cruz Legacy Project Archive and Research Center collects, safeguards and makes accessible materials, documents, photographs, video footage, stage dresses and pieces from Celia Cruz’s personal collection to keep the Legacy of Celia Cruz alive for generations to come. Visit celiacruz.com for more information.
Congress created the United States Mint in 1792, and the Mint became part of the Department of the Treasury in 1873. As the Nation’s sole manufacturer of legal tender coinage, the Mint is responsible for producing circulating coinage for the Nation to conduct its trade and commerce. The Mint also produces numismatic products, including proof, uncirculated, and commemorative coins; Congressional Gold Medals; silver and bronze medals; and silver and gold bullion coins. Its numismatic programs are self-sustaining and operate at no cost to taxpayers.
King: A Life by Jonathan Eig Wins 2024 Edwards Book Award from the Rodel Institute
NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- The Rodel Institute is pleased to announce that Jonathan Eig’s biography King: A Life has won the 2024 Edwards Book Award. The prize will be conferred on September 26 at the University of Virginia’s Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, which is co-hosting this year’s award ceremony with the Rodel Institute.
The Edwards Book Award is given annually to a book that contributes to the understanding and practice of democracy and American politics. Published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux, King: A Life provides a compelling account of Martin Luther King Jr.’s life-long fight for racial and economic justice in America.
The Rodel Institute’s Lizzy McCourt Noonan, Executive Director of the Edwards Book Award, said: “Dr. King’s writing has long been part of the Rodel Fellowship’s curriculum. We hope this award will help focus attention on our desperate need for principled and inspiring leadership in America today.”
Ian Solomon, Dean of the UVA Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy and a member of the Edwards Book Award Committee, stated: “Martin Luther King Jr.’s example of leadership to bridge divides offers valuable lessons for all of us working to build a more just, equal, and loving society. It is an honor to welcome biographer Jonathan Eig and the Rodel Institute to UVA Grounds to celebrate Dr. King’s life and Eig’s brilliant book.”
Jonathan Eig is an American journalist and biographer. Eig’s work has appeared in the Washington Post, New York Times, The New Yorker, and many other leading magazines and newspapers. His previous books include Ali: A Life (2017) and The Birth of the Pill: How Four Crusaders Reinvented Sex and Launched a Revolution (2014). In addition to winning the Edwards Books Award, King: A Life won the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for biography. Please visit www.rodelinstitute.org for more information about the Edwards Book Award, its selection committee, and this year’s longlist and shortlist finalists.
The Rodel Institute seeks to strengthen democracy and public leadership in the United States. A nonpartisan center for leadership and intellectual growth, we help America’s most promising leaders deepen their commitment to democracy and the rule of law and work together to address some of our nation’s most important domestic and international challenges. For more information, visit www.rodelinstitute.org.
Founded in 2007, the University of Virginia’s Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy empowers leaders to solve complex policy problems in a diverse and divided world. With a multidisciplinary faculty of scholars and practitioners, the Batten School offers award-winning educational programs and develops knowledge and solutions for humanity’s most pressing challenges. For more information: www.batten.virginia.edu.
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erty is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1).IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. 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. 14-2305482 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2024 CH 01177 TJSC#: 44-1761 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 # 2024 CH 01177 I3250288
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TOWD POINT MORTGAGE TRUST 2019-HY3, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND LEGATEES OF LILLIE MAE SIMS, BANC ONE FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., DARRYL EASLEY, CARY ROSENTHAL AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR LILLIE MAE SIMS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2023 CH 06019 6807 S. WABASH AVE. CHICAGO, IL 60637 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 6, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 A.M. on October 1, 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: THE SOUTH 13.17 FEET OF THE NORTH 28.13 FEET OF LOT 23 IN BLOCK 5 IN LANCASTER
SUBDIVISION, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 6807 S. WABASH AVE., CHICAGO, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-22-307-048-0000 The real estate is improved with a townhouse. The judgment amount was $78,633.04. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650, Chicago, IL, 60602 (312) 541-9710. Please refer to file number 23 0198. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650 Chicago IL, 60602 312-541-9710 EMail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 23 0198 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 2023 CH 06019 TJSC#: 44-1670 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 06019 I3250442 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION AMERICAN ADVISORS GROUP Plaintiff, -v.- DENISE SHANNON, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF GEORGE SHANNON, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, CARY ROSENTHAL, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR GEORGE SHANNON (DECEASED) Defendants 2019 CH 12155 8638 S. MUSKEGON AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 3, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 A.M. on September 23, 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 16 IN BLOCK 29 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT PARTITION OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, IN RANGE 15, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN (EXCEPT LAND BELONGING TO THE SOUTH CHICAGO RAILROAD COMPANY) IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 8638 S. MUSKEGON AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 21-31-422-029-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 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. 14-19-07143 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2019 CH 12155 TJSC#: 44-2112 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 12155 I3250567
