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SOUTH SUBURBAN

SOUTH SUBURBAN MAYORS AND MANAGERS ASSOCIATION ELECTS NEW PRESIDENT

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Mayor of the Village of Robbins, Tyrone Ward (pictured), was recently elected to serve as the new president of the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association. Photo Caption: Provided by the Village of Robbins

BUSINESS

ENTERTAINMENT

FASHION

National Restaurant Association Introduces ServSuccess in Honor of 100th Anniversary

70% of American Singles Are Looking for a Serious Relationship

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION

EIGHTH GRADERS FROM 61 SCHOOLS ACROSS CHICAGO LEARN FINANCE AND INVESTING SKILLS Nearly 1,000 eighth grade students from 61 Big Shoulders Fund schools gathered at the Goodman Theater in Chicago recently to celebrate another successful year of the Stock Market Program, which brings more than 150 Chicago business leaders into eighth grade classrooms at Big Shoulders Fund schools to teach the basic concepts of saving and investing, the stock market, and careers in the finance and business sectors. At the end of the event the Stock Market Program winner was announced. The school whose portfolio grew the most and won the Stock Market Program Cup was St. Nicholas Cathedral School. Each school in the program receives up to $3,000 that students manage throughout the year, providing them with an invaluable first-hand lesson in the challenges and responsibilities associated with managing and growing real money. The Stock Market Program was developed by Big Shoulders Fund Executive Committee Members Charlie Bobrinskoy and Jim Hoeg, who sought to share their passion for the markets with the next generation and hopefully inspire another group of traders.

HEALTH

3D PRINTING BEING USED TO TRAIN YOUNG SURGEONS A group of Canadian plastic surgeons have used 3D printing to create a realistic hand model to help young surgeons learn valuable surgical skills. In the past, this meant practicing on actual patients. However, as technology has improved, so have opportunities for young surgeons to learn in a safe, controlled environment. This improves surgeon training, as well as patient outcomes. “Surgery is a highly technical profession which requires years to master,” says Dr. Michal Brichacek, a plastic surgeon and a lead author of the study. “Young surgeons often learn in a graduated training model, where they are given more responsibilities as their skills progress. Although under the careful eye of their teachers, these young surgeons must begin to develop their skills somewhere.”

Katten Muchin Rosenman associates Alana M. Ibarra (left) and Sarah Ma were selected for the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity Pathfinder program.

LAW & POLITICS

KATTEN LAWYERS TAPPED TO JOIN CAREER-BUILDING PROGRAM FOR DIVERSE ATTORNEYS Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP recently announced that associates Alana M. Ibarra and Sarah Ma were selected to participate in a program called Pathfinder, designed by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) to train high-performing, early-career attorneys in critical career development strategies including leadership and the building of professional networks. “We believe it’s a program that can help catapult a person’s career forward,” said LCLD President Robert J. Grey, Jr. Founded in 2009, LCLD is a growing organization of more than 300 corporate chief legal officers and law firm managing partners who are personally committed to creating a truly diverse legal profession.

South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association Elects New President Continued from page 1 BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

Tyrone Ward serves as the Mayor of the Village of Robbins and as of this month, he has also been elected to be the new president of the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association which oversees 45 municipalities and about 700,000 people who live south of Chicago. The South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association is an intergovernmental agency that provides a support system for 45 municipalities south of the City of Chicago. The leaders of these communities, located in Cook and Will Counties, come together to work cooperatively on various issues that affect the area. “What the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association does is to make sure that we’re being equitable in terms of providing and overseeing various services like transportation, economic development, recycling, joint purchasing efforts, water and open space planning, you name it “ said Ward. “It’s a lot to deal with, but

we’re more than capable. Those are the types of things that we’re going to be tackling plus more and I’m going to be putting an emphasis on making sure that we do those things in an equitable manner.” As the new president of the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association, Ward has already begun advocating amongst his colleagues and in Springfield for the proposed South Suburban Airport which he said will bring needed investment to the south suburbs of Chicago. “We are interested in a third airport” said Ward. “This particular endeavor will bring in new global cargo, it’ll bring in cash, it’ll enhance all areas, not only just the south suburbs but Joliet, Kankakee, Bloomington, Champaign, even down to Springfield, and even parts of Northwest Indiana. It will be an economic engine and provide prosperity and jobs across the entire southern region and be beneficial to everyone.” In addition to discussions about the potential third airport, Ward and his colleagues are also working with state officials on an array of pending legislation

including the possibility of legalizing recreational marijuana, changing the state income tax system, and instituting sports betting and gaming, according to information provided by Mayor Ward. “We are very interested in gaming,” said Ward. “What we’re looking at when it comes to gaming is a new casino location and we are pushing for one in the south suburbs because it would help us in a multitude of ways,” said Ward. While Mayor Ward has always and will always be focused on leading the Village of Robbins, he said that he sees being president of the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association as a “golden opportunity” to show what Chicago’s south suburban communities can do together and for each other. “These particular challenges affect the entire Southland and by helping everyone we are also helping Robbins. There’s an old saying that everyone can lead and I’m just doing my part in this particular leadership role and showing that all of us can lead,” said Ward.

Founder and chief executive officer of Rhon’sWay presents a workshop on Implicit Bias at Lincoln Avenue School Becoming more tolerant and accepting of the cultural, racial and social differences of others can help create equality. This powerful message was heard by parents, guardians, school administrators, staff and community members during an interactive workshop led by Rhonda Thomas, founder and chief executive officer of Rhon’sWay. Thomas gave a presentation entitled “Implicit Bias – check yourself before you wreck yourself ” on Wednesday, May 15 at Lincoln Avenue School during the final District 148 Parent Advisory Committee meeting of the 2018-19 school year. Implicit Bias is the new “buzz word” for prejudices - and everyone has them, Ms. Thomas said. The workshop was intended to raise awareness of biases and to help inspire changes in attitudes and behavior. “Implicit Bias refers to the attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions and decisions related to particular characteristics of certain social group members in an unconscious manner,” Thomas stated. “Knowing about the unconscious associations and connections we hold is the first step toward correcting our Implicit Biases.” Thomas spoke about the associations often made with certain names, cultures and neighborhoods and how they can lead to inappropriate responses. She encouraged community members to: • Continue with self-education. • Have conversations with family, friends, co-workers and neighbors. • Be mindful of what is spoken. • Be good examples for children who model the behavior of adults. Thomas is a keynote speaker, author, educator and wellness consultant. Her workshops are designed to inspire individuals to learn new ways of thinking and living. District 148 has an early childhood center, six elementary schools and three junior high schools serving approximately 2,280 students and their families in sections of Dolton, Riverdale, Harvey and South Holland. www.thechicagocitizen.com

Rhonda Thomas, (pictured) founder and chief executive officer of Rhon’sWay recently gave a presentation entitled “Implicit Bias – check yourself before you wreck yourself” at Lincoln Avenue School during the final District 148 Parent Advisory Committee meeting of the 2018-19 school year.

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NEWS

South Suburban Resident Leading Revitalization Of Organization For Black Women In Music BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

The National Association of Black Female Executives in Music and Entertainment, Inc. (NABFEME) laid dormant for several years before its recent resurgence. With active networks in over 15 cities across the country, south suburban resident Kenya McGuire-Johnson is leading the relaunch of Chicago’s NABFEME chapter. McGuire-Johnson first learned about NABFEME in 2010 from her vocal coach who was a member. Despite the Chicago network being very active and having one of the largest networks of members in the country at the time, McGuire-Johnson didn’t join and shortly after that, the organization went quiet. McGuire-Johnson said that she thought she had missed her opportunity but she was wrong. “I saw that NABFEME was relaunching and having a big conference last September so I decided I would go to the conference to learn a bit more about the organization. At that time, I wanted to just see how involved I could get because I was more developed as an artist and I had my own coaching business so I wanted to go ahead and start to network,” said McGuire-Johnson. During the conference, McGuire-Johnson was able to meet other black women who work in music and entertainment and said that she thought the whole event was fantastic. “You could really feel the sisterhood and I felt like it was a very safe space for women of color in entertainment, from artists all the way up to executives,” said McGuire-Johnson. She returned to Chicago after the conference and began to think about what she could do to support the Chicago chapter of NABFEME. McGuire-Johnson reached out to Johnnie Walker, the chief executive officer and founder of NABFEME, to see how she could help and was asked to lead the Chicago relaunch herself. “Johnnie and I spent a lot of time having conversations about her vision for the organization and the relaunch which was in alignment

Kenya McGuire-Johnson (pictured) is a south suburban resident and has recently taken on the role of relaunching the Chicago chapter of the National Association of Black Female Executives in Music and Entertainment, Inc. Photo Credit: Provided by Kenya McGuire-Johnson

with what I do, in terms of supporting other artists and coaching artists and helping them through empowerment, educating, networking, and mentoring,” said McGuire-Johnson. Right now, her group is small, McGuire-Johnson said that there are about four members in Chicago so far and they will be meeting throughout the summer to talk about what the network needs to be successful and how it can best serve the community of black

women working in music and entertainment in the Chicago area. “In today’s culture, and with black women especially, I do think we’re in a very lively space in terms of our development and feeling empowered but I also think there’s a gap between generations. You have some black women who are not millennial age, they are maybe over 45 years old and have succeeded in the craziness that this industry used to be, that have learned

a lot of life lessons that could help the younger millennial generation and really bridge that gap,” said McGuire-Johnson. Being able to rebuild the membership, offer valuable learning experiences, and bring together a multigenerational group of industry professionals will allow McGuire-Johnson to fulfill the NABFEME vision of building a strong support system for black women who work in music and entertainment.

Kinder Joy® encourages consumers to #ShareYourBirthday to bring joy to children experiencing homelessness Kinder Joy® is commemorating its second birthday by partnering with The Birthday Party Project™, a non-profit organization that spreads joy by hosting monthly birthday parties for children living in homeless and transitional living facilities. Through the partnership, Kinder Joy® is helping to bring the magic of birthdays to children experiencing homelessness by donating $50,000 to sponsor birthday parties for hundreds of children in shelters across the country. Kinder Joy is encouraging fans to join The Birthday Party Project’s Share Your Birthday™ movement which encourages supporters to share their joy on their birthdays. Whether it is asking for donations in lieu of gifts, using

social media to raise money, or collecting party supplies, the #ShareYourBirthday program helps bring the joy of birthdays to children experiencing homelessness. Learn more about this partnership and how you can share your birthday at https://www.kinder.com/us/en/ the-birthday-party-project. “Kinder Joy believes shared little moments have the power to grow into meaningful and long-lasting memories. That’s why we are so excited to partner with The Birthday Party Project and help children feel celebrated on their special day. Supporting this organization is a great way for everyone to experience the joy of giving back,” said Noah Szporn, vice-president

of marketing at Kinder®, North America. In addition to the monetary donation, Ferrero employees are volunteering their time to work alongside The Birthday Party Project by hosting birthday parties at family centers in U.S. cities where Ferrero does business. Recently, Paul Chibe, president and chief executive officer of Ferrero North America, joined Szporn and other Ferrero employees to host a birthday party celebration at the Primo Center for Women and Children in Chicago, IL. “At The Birthday Party Project™, our mission is to bring joy to children experiencing homelessness through the magic of birthdays,” said Paige Chenault, chief executive officer of

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The Birthday Party Project™. “We are excited to partner with Ferrero and its Kinder Joy® brand to celebrate children, community and joy.” Kinder Joy®, which launched in the U.S. in 2017, is one of the portfolio of brands owned by Ferrero, the confectionery company known for Ferrero Rocher® fine hazelnut chocolates, Tic Tac® mints, and Nutella® The Original Hazelnut Spread®. Consumers can visit www.Kinder.com for more information about the brand, as well as check out Kinder US Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages for additional updates. For more information on volunteer and donation opportunities visit www.thebirthdaypartyproject.org

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BUSINESS

National Restaurant Association Introduces ServSuccess in Honor of 100th Anniversary To ensure restaurant professionals have clear career path goals, the National Restaurant Association recently launched ServSuccess™. The comprehensive career development offering features three levels of professional certification, online training, and assessments. In the next decade the restaurant industry is expected to add 1.6 million employment opportunities. ServSuccess helps these employees visualize a career roadmap and sets industry-wide standards for advancement. “ServSuccess will empower people and businesses to aim for and achieve even higher levels of career success in the foodservice industry,” said Dawn Sweeney, National Restaurant Association president & chief executive officer. “Restaurant employees will be able to use their years of experience to jumpstart their professional advancement by validating their skills and knowledge. For restaurant operators, it provides the training and workforce solutions to grow business and service to their communities.” ServSuccess features: l Professional Certifications for

A new career development offering for the restaurant and hospitality industry has been developed by the National Restaurant Association. The offering is designed to help attract, upskill, and retain talent. Learn more at ServSuccess.com.

Restaurant Professional, Restaurant Supervisor, and Restaurant Manager levels l Online Learning Suites with content designed to fit into busy

restaurant work schedules l Interactive Study Guides to promote learning and retention using the latest brain science Employee turnover costs restaurant

operators about $2,000 per front-ofhouse and back-of-house employee and almost $15,000 per manager position, according to research from TDn2K. ServSuccess is an innovative

new resource to attract, upskill, and retain talent that can easily be used by independent operators, multi-unit businesses, large or small brands, and any type of establishment from quickservice to fine dining. “Talent and experience are a valuable resource the industry can’t afford to lose,” said Sherman L. Brown, executive vice president of training & certification for the National Restaurant Association. “Better training is better for business, so ServSuccess provides companies with a turn-key, customizable mix of products that build the people who build their business. And for those professionals ready to take their hustle to the next level, ServSuccess is here to serve them.” In addition to education and certification offerings, ServSuccess will help employees understand the type of roles available in the restaurant industry, assess their readiness for these roles, and chart a path toward achieving their desired career goals. For more information, visit www.ServSuccess.com.

SBA Announces Makerspace Training, Collaboration and Hiring (MaTCH) Pilot Competition The U.S. Small Business Administration Acting Administrator Chris Pilkerton recently announced the launch of the Makerspace Training, Collaboration and Hiring (MaTCH) Pilot Competition. The MaTCH Pilot Competition seeks to address the job skills and placement gaps faced by U.S. businesses by providing funding to create or expand programs with job-specific and soft skills training within existing makerspaces. The SBA believes that existing makerspaces are uniquely positioned to help increase workforce development in U.S. cities of our nation’s workforce. “In today’s booming economy, our nation’s employers are searching for qualified workers to fill the increasing amount of positions currently available,” said Acting Administrator Chris Pilkerton. “The MaTCH Pilot Competition reaffirms the SBA commitment to supporting new forms of vocational education, developing apprenticeships, independent work, and cultivating access to entrepreneurship. This pilot competition will help empower a stronger connection between the maker’s community and job creation, and ultimately provide an added economy boost to communities across our nation.” The MaTCH Pilot Competition challenges individual organizations or teams to utilize existing makerspaces to create or expand programs that provide the job-specific and soft skills training within existing makerspaces, including industry or trade certifications when feasible. The goal is to have all program graduates immediately placed in positions with previously identified employers that are in need of skilled labor. The SBA will award up to $1 million in total prizes to fund selected winning proposals. To enter, applicants must submit a business plan that, among other things, details their team’s qualifications, experience, and resources; the proposed training curriculum; the nature and length of the training/certification program; and the number of trainees that will be accommodated. The submission period is going on now to July 8, 2019 and winners will be announced on August 6, 2019. The MaTCH Pilot Competition entry form, rules and requirements are available online at SBA.gov/MaTCH. www.thechicagocitizen.com

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FASHION

Foster Grant® Sunglasses Turns 90! FGX International, a leading eyewear designer and marketer, is celebrating the 90th Anniversary of the Foster Grant® brand with the launch of a special anniversary collection of sunglasses with styles reflecting the nine decades of the brand’s existence and a nod to what comes next. The 90th Anniversary collection is sold exclusively on FosterGrant. com. The Original American Sunglass Brand®, Foster Grant’s rich & storied history dates back to 1929, when the first pair of sunglasses was introduced to America and sold on the Atlantic City boardwalk for just ten cents. Today, 90 years later, there are more pairs of Foster Grant sunglasses sold in the U.S. than any other sunglass brand. During the gilded age of Hollywood, Foster Grant catapulted to fame with their now-iconic advertising campaign, “Who’s That Behind Those Foster Grants®,” featuring numerous Hollywood stars such as Raquel Welch. Advertising Age named this campaign one of the Top 100 Ad Campaigns of all time. Many famous faces have donned Foster Grant eyewear, and since 2014, actress and musician Kat Graham has been “behind those Foster Grants.” Foster Grant has maintained its star power over the past nine decades with a commitment to delivering real style with classic and fashionforward looks at affordable prices. A lot has changed in 90 years of fashion, except for the name on the sunglasses. “This is such an exciting moment in time for Foster Grant,” said Anthony Di Paola, chief executive officer, FGX International. “The impact that Foster Grant has had on the world of eyewear over the last 90 years is unmatched, and the most exciting part is we are truly just getting started.” The 90th Anniversary Collection is available at www.fostergrant.com, with prices ranging from $35-$75. The collection includes one pair inspired by each decade, spanning the 1920’s through the 2000’s, with a special 10th style, the “Future Shades of You,” embodying all that is to come for this historical brand.

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Dr Teal’s Introduces Aluminum Free Deodorants Dr Teal’s has released a new line of aluminum free deodorants that are clinically proven to protect against odor and absorb wetness all day. Dr Teal’s Aluminum Free Deodorants are now available nationwide in popular scents including Coconut Oil, Eucalyptus, Lavender and Charcoal. “Thanks to our proprietary

formula that includes magnesium, arrowroot powder, and baking soda, there is finally an aluminum free option that is clinically proven to fight odor and absorb wetness all day,” says Brad Essig, chief marketing officer, PDC Brands. “Each variation of our proprietary formula is also infused with refreshing essential oils, jojoba oil and shea butter to leave

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skin nourished and smelling wonderful.”

Dermatologist tested, vegan and safe for sensitive

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skin, Dr Teal’s Aluminum Free Deodorant is made without aluminum, parabens, phthalates and propylene glycol, and has never been tested on animals. “Aluminum and other chemicals can be harmful to the body, and most people don’t realize the antiperspirant they use each day contains aluminum,” said Dr. Taz Bhatia,

integrative health expert & founder of CentreSpring MD. “Using an aluminum free deodorant is a simple and easy change you can incorporate in your daily routine.” Available on shelves nationwide, consumers can find Dr Teal’s Aluminum Free Deodorant at most major retailers for a suggested retail price of $5.99.

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NEWS

Tarver Sponsors Initiative to Provide Justice for Victims of Child Abuse As reports of child deaths at the hands of their parents continue to flood the news in Illinois, state Rep. Curtis Tarver, D-Chicago, is taking steps to ensure that people who intentionally deprive and endanger their children are brought to justice. “It absolutely breaks my heart to hear stories about parents creating life-threatening environments for their children by maliciously denying them food, safety and medical care – especially when that family has been in contact with DCFS and law enforcement for abusing their child in the past,” Tarver said. “This is happening right now, in all corners of our state, but in far too many cases it’s impossible to bring these parents to justice until it’s too late to save that innocent child.” Senate Bill 414 was introduced to close the gap in prosecution between unintentional child endangerment, a Class A Misdemeanor for the first offense, and instances of child endangerment

“IT ABSOLUTELY BREAKS MY HEART TO HEAR STORIES ABOUT PARENTS CREATING LIFE-THREATENING ENVIRONMENTS FOR THEIR CHILDREN BY MALICIOUSLY DENYING THEM FOOD, SAFETY AND MEDICAL CARE – ESPECIALLY WHEN THAT FAMILY HAS BEEN IN CONTACT WITH DCFS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT FOR ABUSING THEIR CHILD IN THE PAST.” STATE REP. CURTIS TARVER that ultimately lead to the death of a child, which results in a Class Three Felony. This legislation is a response to the death of a six year old Illinois child who was repeatedly starved by his parents as a form of punishment. Although the boy weighed 17 pounds at the time of his death, a third of the typical weight for a child his age, the parents would only have received a Class A Misdemeanor if he had survived. Under this measure, intentionally endangering the life or health of a child would become a Class Four Felony on par with the aggravated battery of a child. “It’s outrageous that the parent

of a child who survives starvation or the willful denial of medical care, which is just as harmful as violent physical abuse, receives the same treatment under the law as a single parent caught leaving their child home to make it to their shift at work,” Tarver said. “All children deserve to grow up in a safe home with adults who care for them and provide at least the basic necessities they need to grow. Unless the sick individuals who willfully harm their own children are brought to justice, we will continue seeing tragedy after preventable tragedy in our newsfeeds and our neighborhoods.”

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ENTERTAINMENT

70% of American Singles Are Looking for a Serious Relationship Today, for the first time ever, eharmony is looking at what singles want out of their dating lives — and what they value most in potential partners. The first-ever “Singles & Desirability” study commissioned by eharmony revealed that indeed, both men and women want a partner who is kind, funny and honest. Nearly half of all singles said that honesty is the most important attribute when considering someone to date. They ranked kindness (44%) and a sense of humor (34%) as the second and third most desirable traits, respectively. Most surprisingly — despite what we’ve heard about the dreaded hookup culture dominating the single life — both genders, by a very wide margin, (70%), indicated that people who are interested in finding a serious relationship are more desirable than those looking for a casual fling. In fact, even though studies show that millennials tended to eschew marriage or wait longer to walk down the aisle, those who go into dating with the intention of finding someone to be with longterm tend to be more successful in doing so, the data suggests. Older millennials (77%) and Gen Xers (75%) both showed a stronger preference for serious relationships, more than other age groups. While 2018 brought positive social change for American millennial couples, these new insights illuminate the specific desires and needs both men and women have when it comes to dating, and how those desires have shifted over the years, especially for women. Overall, singles of both genders found that honesty and kindness are the most attractive qualities in a potential partner, while men were two times more likely to desire “attractiveness.” “The data illustrates how Americans have shifted their priorities when it comes to lasting love,” says Dr. Seth

starting to search for brains and beauty. Confidence and good health also rank high among singles, so embracing other parts of life that provide a boost in selfesteem are more likely to be worthwhile than say, five hours on the treadmill. l Be a good roommate by lending a hand around the house, singles across all ages noted this quality as highly desirable l Older Gen Xers are particularly looking for partners who can help out with DIY projects and do handiwork around the house l Surprisingly, younger and older millennials (36% and 34%, respectively) want someone who enjoys nights in (i.e. #Netflixandchill) instead of going out

The first-ever “Singles & Desirability” study commissioned by eharmony revealed that indeed, both men and women want a partner who is kind, funny and honest.

Meyers, a licensed psychologist and eharmony relationship expert. “Instead of identifying physical attractiveness as the most important factor in dating, millennial women are leading the way in showing that finding an intellectual and emotional partner is just as important, if not more.” Caring Jobs Lead the Way The new survey results also identified some of the top professions men and women seek in potential partners: The four most desired professions in a partner (doctor/nurse, teacher/ professor, veterinarian, firefighter/ police) are all based around health/ wellness, education and public protection – suggesting that people with “caring” jobs are more desirable overall. “What we’ve found over the years is that the singles on eharmony are kind, conscientious high-achievers who are looking for like-minded people,” says Grant Langston, chief executive officer at eharmony. “Our users tend to be committed to excellence in all aspects of life, and therefore tend to be most

desirable when it comes to how modern millennials view potential partners.” Three top desirability myths were debunked as a result of the study: Desirability Myth No. 1: You must either look like a supermodel or run 20 miles a day. Think you need to be America’s ‘Next Top Model’ to get a date with someone you actually connect with? Think again. Singles on the “Singles & Desirability” study ranked attractiveness as only the fourth most desirable trait behind honesty (54%), kindness (44%), sense of humor (34%), and intelligence (29%). Millennials in particular are more likely to want more than a pretty face and to give a date a second chance if he or she displayed a sense of humor or wit. While physical attributes are still important for both men and women, people are understanding that physical chemistry alone isn’t enough to develop a strong, long-term relationship. Although men still tend to place more emphasis on looks, both genders are

Desirability Myth No. 2: Opposites attract. There’s a reason why JT’s romantic song “Mirrors” is still one of the most popular wedding songs more than five years after its release: loving your better half is often a reflection of the best parts of you. Eharmony’s annual Happiness Index report released in February 2019 revealed that opposites attack rather than attract. In fact, similarity is the main driver of happiness in a relationship. l A strong interest in food is highly desirable in a partner – whether that’s going out for a meal (34%) or cooking and baking themselves (29%) l Younger millennials especially prized humor in themselves (35%) and in potential partners, while all age groups described themselves as smart, thoughtful, and hardworking l Good with little ones? All those babysitting hours will finally pay off: 25% of singles said they’re looking for someone with a domestic side, especially older/younger millennials and Gen Xers Desirability Myth No. 3: You’ll find someone when you’re not looking. People who go into dating with the

New Survey From Marcus Theatres® Names “Spider-Man: Far From Home” Most Anticipated Movie Of The Summer The summer movie season got off to a heroic start thanks to the record-breaking opening of “Avengers: Endgame” — and it shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. With the heart of summer blockbuster season upon us, Marcus Theatres® surveyed more than 5,000 of its Magical Movie Rewards℠ members in eight states to find out what summer movies made their must-see list. Survey respondents were from Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio and Wisconsin. From superhero sequels to live action remakes, the packed summer movie slate offers something for everyone. As proof, 62 percent of survey respondents shared that they plan to see more than six films in theatres

between May 11 and August 31, 2019. “Just like consumers, we are very excited about the upcoming film line-up,” said Rolando Rodriguez, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Marcus Theatres. “For the ultimate moviegoing experience, we recommend checking out our SuperScreen DLX® and UltraScreen DLX® auditoriums complete with massive screens, DreamLoungerSM recliner seating and Dolby® Atmos® multidimensional sound, not to mention, programs like $5 Movie Tuesday make multiple trips to the movies more fun and affordable. Top 10 Most Anticipated Summer Blockbusters While “Spider-Man” from the Marvel

Cinematic Universe grabbed the top spot, participants also selected family films, action flicks and a new musical biopic among their most anticipated summer blockbusters: 1. “Spider-Man: Far From Home” (July 2) 2. “The Lion King” (July 19) 3. “Toy Story 4” (June 21) 4. “Men in Black: International” (June 14) 5. “Aladdin” (May 24) 6. “Rocketman” (May 31) 7.“John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum” (May 17) 8. “Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs and Shaw” (August 2) 9. “Dark Phoenix (June 7) 10. “The Secret Life of Pets 2” (June 7)

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same intent are more successful in creating a lasting partnership, even if it doesn’t end in marriage. Eharmony has a large pool of singles searching for a serious relationship, showing couples matched on the site have a better chance at romantic success. In addition to relationship success, dating with a clear intent increases happiness as well. Americans want long-term relationships and are more successful in love when they date with that goal in mind. In reality, teens and adults tend to overestimate the size of hookup culture. This misconception can be harmful to developing relationships or even dissuade people from dating altogether. The data shows that more people are searching for longterm relationships (not necessarily marriage) instead of casual flings, and having that expectation actually makes dating easier. Intention is a powerful tool for finding love and will generate more success than a passive approach. Those who sought a long-term relationship from the outset were 11 percent happier than those who were seeking something casual when they first met. (Happiness index) Actually, it turns out that, like most things in life, intent is everything when it comes to dating. l 70% of singles said they find a partner who’s looking for a serious relationship more desirable l Those who sought a long-term relationship from the outset when they first met their current spouse/partner are happiest (Happiness Index) l When it comes to finding a desirable partner, people want honesty (54%), and they see honesty and kindness in themselves and want that reflected in their partners Want to learn more about the “Singles & Desirability” report? Visit https://www.eharmony.com/ desirability-study and join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using #mostdesirable.

BRIEFLY

SiriusXM announced recently that 9-time Grammy Award winner and Academy Award winner Lady Gaga will perform at Harlem’s world famous Apollo Theater for a special invitationonly concert for SiriusXM subscribers and Pandora listeners on Monday, June 24. The special performance will celebrate SiriusXM and Pandora coming together as one company. Howard Stern made the announcement recently during the live broadcast of The Howard Stern Show on SiriusXM. For more information, visit siriusxm.com/Gaga.

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Teachers call for raising salary cap

‘Enough gun violence’: Rally supports passage of toughened FOID processes

Union says 3% limit on raises too low, asks for return to 6%

Bill’s sponsor says aim is fewer gun deaths in Illinois

BY PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com

SPRINGFIELD – The state’s largest teachers union on Wednesday called on Illinois lawmakers to lift a state-imposed cap on the size of pay raises they can receive, saying the current 3-percent cap is driving many teachers out of the state. Standing in front of stacks of petitions containing more than 55,000 signatures, and surrounded by educators from several school districts and Illinois State University, Illinois Education Association President Kathi Griffin said raising the cap is needed, “to help save the teaching profession.” “We all agree the threshold is hurting students, educators and the teaching profession,” Griffin said. The 3-percent cap was imposed last year as a way to hold down the state’s share of the cost of funding teacher pensions. Per the law, if a school district that is part of the Teachers Retirement System, or a higher education institution that is part of the State Universities Retirement System, provides any educator with more than a 3-percent increase during the last 10 years of their careers, then that employer is responsible for paying all of the associated pension costs resulting from that raise. Prior to that law taking effect, dating back to 2005, the cap had been 6 percent, officials said. And before 2005, it was 20 percent. The cap was intended to prevent what some people have called pension “spiking.” That is,

giving someone a large pay increase in their final year, or final months of service to raise their “final average salary” which is used to calculate pension benefits. But Kevin Gannon, president of the local teachers union in Geneva, said the cap limits the ability of veteran teachers to take on additional duties such as coaching, directing plays and musicals, or filling in for colleagues when they’re out sick and the district can’t find a qualified substitute. “When it comes to coaching sports and other extras, the district is bringing in less-qualified people to fill those rolls rather than violate the 3-percent threshold,” Gannon said. In April, the Illinois Senate passed Senate Bill 1952 which, among other things, would have raised the cap back to 6 percent, which is what Griffin said IEA is asking for. However, a House committee voted earlier this month to strip out that portion of the bill. It is now awaiting a final vote on the floor of the House. Illinois has about $135 billion in unfunded pension liabilities, and the Teachers Retirement System accounts for about three-fourths of that liability. The state is operating under a plan to bring that up to a 90-percent funded ratio by 2044. Officials at the news conference did not say how much additional money it would cost the state to take on the additional cost of funding the pension system with higher annual pay raises.

BY LINDSEY SALVATELLI Capitol News Illinois lsalvatelli@capitolnewsillinois.com

SPRINGFIELD – Lawmakers and supporters of a bill that would strengthen the Firearm Owners Identification card system chanted “Fix the FOID” in front of the statue of Abraham Lincoln outside the Capitol on Wednesday. Speakers like Milagros Burgos told their stories of loved ones who’ve died because of gun violence. Burgos’ husband, Rafael, stood next to his wife, holding a photo of their daughter, Alexandria. Burgos’ voice cracked as she spoke to a group from a podium about her daughter. Alexandria was a college student who was killed by a stray bullet in 2014 in Chicago when she was 18. Burgos said Alexandria had no idea what a gun looked like, or what it sounded like when fired. “Enough guns, enough lives taken away from families, enough gun violence,” Burgos said. “... We cannot get loved ones back, but we can make a difference, together.” Alicia Schemel with Moms Demand Action said legislation like Senate Bill 1966 would have prevented the death of her father, who was shot while on his way to pick her up from work. “I know many of you have stories about tragedies that have hit your family and friends,” said Democratic Rep. Kathleen Willis, of Addison. “We’re going to make sure we have less and less of those stories.”

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If passed, the bill sponsored by Willis would overhaul the state’s FOID system. It would increase renewal and licensing fees from $10 to $50, require a-one-time fingerprint, better define clear and present danger, and prioritize those who fall within that definition for license revocation. When pressed on her position of mandated fingerprinting during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on Tuesday, Willis said she supports the measure if it means keeping people safe. “We want to make sure we keep this state as safe as possible, allowing people who are lawful gun owners to own them in a safe manner,” Willis said during the rally. Cindy McMullan, who attended the rally and is a member of Moms Demand Action, said she made the trip from Columbia, Illinois, because she wants to see sensible gun laws in the state. She said she’s not opposed to lawful gun possession and the measures she supports – such as preventing domestic violence abusers or convicted felons from legally owning firearms – are also supported by gun owners. The current system, she said, “obviously has weaknesses” that put her family at risk. Sen. Julie Morrison, D-Deerfield, the bill’s chief sponsor in the Senate, said SB1966 is a necessary change to policy and practices that will save lives. She also told the crowd to not accept “no” as an answer when requesting other lawmakers to support the bill. “This is your state, this is our communities, and this is our problem we’re trying to fix together,” Morrison said. “You elected these people. They need to listen to you.”

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REAL ESTATE AC 5-15-2019 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR REGISTERED HOLDERS OF CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 20063 Plaintiff, -v.- OLYMPIA MITCHELL, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2018 CH 09301 12529 S. LAFLIN ST CALUMET PARK, IL 60827 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 20, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 24, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 12529 S. LAFLIN ST, CALUMET PARK, IL 60827 Property Index No. 25-29-315-052-0000. 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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential

real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. 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 or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-18-08015. 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. 14-1808015 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 09301 TJSC#: 39-1888 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. I3119273 ________________________________________ AC 5-29-2019 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.- MARTHA SANDERS A/K/A MARTHA STOWERS, DENNIS SANDERS, CHICAGO MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES CREDIT UNION, SHERIFF OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS Defendants 17 CH 11715 14311 SOUTH NORMAL AVENUE Riverdale, IL 60827 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 16, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 25, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation,

One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 14311 SOUTH NORMAL AVENUE, Riverdale, IL 60827 Property Index No. 29-04-310-006-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $72,536.62. 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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. 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 The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm. Please refer to file number 17083994. 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. SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 17-083994 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 17 CH 11715 TJSC#: 39-3207 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. I3121845 ________________________________________

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