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SOUTH SUBURBAN

SOUTH SUBURBAN RESIDENTS AND STAKE HOLDERS FIGHT FOR LOCAL HOSPITAL TO REMAIN OPEN

BUSINESS

50 Fastest Growing Women-Owned And Led Companies Announced By WPO And Capital One PAGE 4

FASHION

Going-Natural.com Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary, Presents What Naturals Love PAGE 6

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ENTERTAINMENT P&G Addresses Racial Bias With New Film “The Look” PAGE 8

There will be a public hearing regarding the proposed closure of MetroSouth Medical Center on July 24 at St. Benedict’s Church, 2339 York St., in Blue Island. Photo Credit: MetroSouth Medical Center

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION

IBHE AND NURSING WORKFORCE CENTER RECOGNIZE 2019 NURSE EDUCATOR FELLOWS The Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) and the Illinois Nursing Workforce Center (INWC) Advisory Board are acknowledging the 2019 Nurse Educator Fellow recipients, each of whom is awarded $10,000 to help promote excellence in nursing education. Pursuing doctorate degrees, research on heart attacks in women, the Certified Nurse Educator exam, and more are examples of how nurse educators in Illinois are using the fellowship dollars. “We are grateful to state lawmakers, who funded this program in recognition of the many benefits it provides to the educators, their colleges and universities, and their students,” said Nyle Robinson, interim executive director of IBHE. “The list of projects, research, and plans for additional degrees and certifications that this group is pursuing is beyond impressive.”

HEALTH

REPORT: DEMAND FOR SPECIALIST PHYSICIANS DRIVING PHYSICIAN RECRUITMENT Hospitals, medical groups, and other healthcare facilities are seeking more medical specialists and fewer primary care physicians, according to an annual report tracking physician starting salaries and other recruiting incentives. Prepared by Merritt Hawkins, the nation’s leading physician search firm and a company of AMN Healthcare, the 2019 Review of Physician and Advanced Practitioner Recruiting Incentives tracks a sample of 3,131 physician and advanced practitioner recruiting engagements that the firm conducted from April 1, 2018, to March 31, 2019. Now in its 26th year, the report indicates Merritt Hawkins is conducting a growing number of search engagements for medical specialists and fewer searches for primary care physicians relative to recent years.

LAW & POLITICS

SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TO DELIVER REMARKS AT 110TH NAACP NATIONAL CONVENTION The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), the nation’s foremost civil rights organization, has announced that Speaker Nancy Pelosi will give remarks at the 110th National Convention in Detroit on July 22, 2019. “We are delighted to have Speaker Pelosi join us to address our activists and advocates from across the country about the major issues impacting our communities today,” said Derrick Johnson, president and chief executive officer of the NAACP. “Congress must be the keystone in enacting policies to ensure all Americans have access to jobs paying a livable wage, affordable healthcare, and quality public education for young people. Everyone deserves the right to elect their representatives without voter suppression, racial gerrymandering and foreign interference. We look forward to hearing from Speaker Pelosi on legislative wins and plans to further advance social justice in this highly charged political climate.”

South Suburban Residents and Stake Holders Fight For Local Hospital To Remain Open Continued from page 1 BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

The City of Blue Island, in partnership with the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association, recently hosted the MetroSouth Summit where state representatives, regional medical professionals, first responders, local community leaders, and the Blue Island Chamber of Commerce discussed the impact of the proposed MetroSouth Medical Center closure. During the summit, participants worked together to identify the impact that the closure will have on the regional healthcare network and potential solutions to making sure that the critical healthcare needs of the community are still being met despite the impending closure. The goal of this summit was to produce an action plan that can be presented to the State Health Facilities Service Review Board at the upcoming public hearing which is scheduled to take place on July 24. “There was a broad spectrum of stakeholders at the summit with a lot of different perspectives,” said Kristi DeLaurentiis,

executive director of the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association. “It was really a cross-section of people that are going to be directly or indirectly impacted by the potential closure.” Participants in the MetroSouth Summit included local south suburban residents, elected officials, regional mayors, state legislators, police, fire, and emergency management service representatives, representatives from neighboring health institutions, and doctors, nurses, and staff members from MetroSouth Medical Center. If MetroSouth Medical Center closes at the end of the year, as they have announced, it will be the third south suburban hospital to shutter in the south suburbs over the course of a year, the other two being Franciscan St. James Hospital in Chicago Heights and Oak Forest Hospital. “I think it’s very concerning, and particularly concerning, on the heels of Franciscan St. James Hospital in Chicago Heights closing and Oak Forest Hospital closing in the last year. The data that we’ve been looking at is from 2017 and it’s not showing what the current patient loads are at the other area

hospitals because those numbers haven’t been recorded and made public yet. I think it’s going to be dire to have another hospital closing within our region,” said DeLaurentiis. During the summit, many people reiterated concerns of having to travel further to get health care, lengthened ambulance ride times, and overloaded emergency rooms if MetroSouth Medical Center closes. Illinois Representative Bob Rita represents the City of Blue Island and has been a strong advocate for keeping MetroSouth open. Most recently he called on the Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board to schedule a public hearing about the proposed closure and they agreed. The public hearing will be held on July 24 at St. Benedict’s Church, 2339 York St., in Blue Island. The hearing will run from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break at noon. If a person would like to speak at the public hearing regarding the closure of MetroSouth Medical Center, email robertbobrita@aol.com with “HOSPITAL” in the subject line. In the e-mail, please include the speaker’s name, email, phone number, and testimony.

State Senator Partners With South Suburban Church To Host Annual Job Fair BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

On July 27, Senator Michael Hastings along with Victory Apostolic Church will once again partner to host the Annual Taste of Victory Job Fair in Matteson. The job fair will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Victory Apostolic Church, 20801 Matteson Ave., and will host a variety of employers along with resources for job seekers and activities for the families. “The pastor and I are really good friends and we always like to give back to the community. The Taste of Victory Job Fair as a whole is really a community event where we can give out immunizations, physicals for kids, and school supplies, but it’s also a celebration for the church with tons of food and rides for the kids and entertainment,” said Sen. Hastings. Job seekers from all levels are encouraged to come to the event with their resume. There will be over 50 employers present at the event and applicants should come prepared for interviews on the spot. “We came up with this idea to

State Senator Michael Hastings (pictured) is partnering with Victory Apostolic Church to host the Taste of Victory Job Fair in Matteson. Photo Caption: Courtesy of Senator Michael Hastings

have a job fair because we wanted to bring employers in and go ahead and get some people hired and we knew we didn’t want minimum-wage-earning jobs, we wanted career jobs,” said Hastings. There will be a broad representation of employers at the

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event and Hastings said that they are hoping attendees will be inspired to consider trade jobs which can have a very high earning potential. “I know in various communities trade jobs aren’t a well-known profession or even

a desired profession, for that matter, but if you look at some of the salaries you see that those people are earning a lot these days. It’s almost better to be a tradesman because I know a lot of people who went to college that are trying to bust down the door for a $12-an-hour job,” said Hastings. The job fair is a time for people to come and learn about potential career options, but it is also a time to practice interview skills, get feedback on a resume, and connect with community partners to access resources that can help a job seeker break down barriers they may face when it comes to employment. “Some people don’t know how to interview and a lot of people don’t know how to create a resume for a career job. So the first thing is, we wanted to build a good foundation for people and we’re going to have those services at the job fair during our breakout meetings. They will be able to learn about what to wear, what to say, what to write on their resume, and then we have the actual job fair itself,” said Hastings.

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NEWS

Cycle of Engagement is the House Democrats’ Strategy to Earn Every Vote DCCC Chairwoman Cheri Bustos has formally announced the Cycle of Engagement – the largest early investment House Democrats have ever made to improve the way they’re connecting with the base of the Democratic Party – especially people of color and younger Americans. Following through on a promise to expand upon 2018’s Year of Engagement, and inspired by her own work recruiting and training diverse voices to run for office, the DCCC’s Cycle of Engagement program began with a major early investment in grassroots organizers across America and has continued with targeted digital ads holding Republicans accountable. In a recognition of the importance of this work, Chairwoman Bustos also announced that DCCC veteran, Tayhlor Coleman, will lead this effort as the DCCC’s first ever Director of the Cycle of Engagement. “Four years ago, I launched a candidate boot camp that focused primarily on electing women, people of color and younger Americans because our strength as Democrats has always come from our diversity,” said DCCC Chairwoman Cheri Bustos. “We can’t take anything for granted in 2020; we need to work to earn

listened to and reflected in our strategy to fortify and expand the most diverse House Majority in our nation’s history. “I want to thank Tayhlor Coleman for taking on this tremendous challenge at this critical moment in our nation’s history. I can think of no one more prepared to lead this effort than her.”

Cycle of Engagement is the DCCC’s multi-year strategy to make sure they earn the support of two of their key constituencies — people of color and younger Americans — early and turn them out to vote for Democrats for Congress. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

every vote one conversation at a time. That’s why one of my first decisions as DCCC Chair was to put boots on the ground in dozens of communities across America. “We know that having the support of people of color and young Americans is more important than ever. We are launching Cycle of Engagement to make sure their voices are both

What is Cycle of Engagement? Cycle of Engagement is the DCCC’s multiyear strategy to make sure they earn the support of two of its key constituencies — people of color and younger Americans — early and turn them out to vote for Democrats for Congress. It includes: l Boots on the ground: In March, the DCCC launched its first Cycle of Engagement program, March Forward – their first major field initiative that has placed nearly 60 grassroots organizers in targeted communities across America. March Forward Field Managers are building on and expanding the conversation Democrats had with these vital communities in 2018 through early voter registration drives, Republican accountability projects, digital outreach and traditional grassroots organizing.

l Research and Data: The DCCC will be making significant early Cycle of Engagement investments in polling, focus groups and other research projects to make sure the work of the Democratic Party is responsive to the hopes, dreams and concerns of communities of color and younger Americans. l Paid Media aimed at People of Color and Younger Americans: The DCCC will invest in extensive targeted paid media, including digital, radio, mail, texting and mobile outreach programs that are in development at the DCCC. The Cycle of Engagement’s digital program is already in full swing with the launch of multiple Spanish language ads holding vulnerable Republican Reps. Scott Tipton and Will Hurd accountable. l Utilizing the talent of Minority Staff and Vendors to lead the Cycle of Engagement: In a recognition of the importance of this work, Tayhlor Coleman, a veteran of the DCCC and Texas native, will serve as the DCCC’s first ever Director of the Cycle of Engagement. To ensure that the messenger matches the message, their work will be created primarily by political consultants of color.

Wells Fargo Study: Homeownership Goals Shape How Americans Live, Work and Save According to a new Wells Fargo survey, Americans are willing to do what it takes to make their homeownership goals a reality — such as taking on a side job, cutting expenses or considering a less-expensive location. The Wells Fargo 2019 “How America Views Homeownership” survey was conducted by The Harris Poll April 17–29, 2019, among 1,004 U.S. adults 21 and older. Key findings include: • Nearly half of Americans who are saving to buy or renovate a home (49%) have done work outside their primary job to supplement their income to pay for it, such as selling items online (37%), starting a small side business (21%), driving for a rideshare company (18%) and dog sitting/walking (16%). • Nearly eight in 10 non-homeowners (78%) say they would be willing to accept their second choice of a city or town in order to afford their own home. • Nearly three quarters of non-homeowners (74%) say they would be willing to buy a smaller home with fewer amenities. • Over seven in 10 Americans (72%) say they would give up something to save for a down payment, including dining out (44%), going to events (43%) and vacations (38%). • Millennials who don’t own homes are even more willing to make tradeoffs, such as considering a second choice of city (85%), and millennials as a whole say they are more willing to take steps — such as side jobs (70%) or cutting expenses (83%) — in order to save. “Homeownership is part of the fab-

ric of American life, defining communities and providing a base for families to live out their dreams,” said Michael DeVito, head of Wells Fargo Home Lending. “As today’s consumers set out to achieve their homeownership goals, they are making smart financial decisions that position them — and the communities they call home — for long-term financial success.” For Americans as a whole, homeownership still the goal Even in the wake of the Great Recession and current affordability concerns, Americans see homeownership as a clear metaphor for adulthood and achieving the American Dream. For most Americans (70%), owning a home is seen as a sign that someone is a “successful adult,” on par with having a career (73%). In fact, homeownership is much more widely equated with being a successful adult (more than twice as much) than having children (34%) or getting married (32%). Nearly nine in 10 adults (89%) say the benefits of homeownership outweigh any drawbacks. Although most current homeowners (69%) had to make hard sacrifices to afford their home, nearly all say buying their home was worth all the sacrifice to save for it (90%). If they had to do it over again, they say they still would choose to buy their home rather than rent (93%). In fact, nearly all homeowners (95%) say that, in the long run, owning a home provides more “bang for your buck” than renting. Millennials share this commitment:

95% of millennial homeowners say it was worth the sacrifice, and 86% of millennials as a whole say the benefits of homeownership outweigh the drawbacks. “The majority of Americans see homeownership as an investment in their future and as a key piece in achieving goals like financial health and security,” said DeVito. “It is a meaningful step that brings benefits not just to individual families, but also to the neighborhoods and communities they call home. That’s why Wells Fargo is focused on supporting homeownership and homebuyer education, including our recently announced $1 billion commitment to address housing affordability.” The down payment is the thing The No. 1 hurdle to buying for Americans is saving for the down payment. More than one in four (27%) say the down payment is the biggest barrier, and it’s even more pronounced for millennials, with 38% calling out the down payment as the biggest challenge to buying a home. This attitude has persisted since the first Wells Fargo “How America Views Homeownership” survey was conducted in 2014, when 24% of respondents said saving enough for a down payment was the biggest barrier to buying. That’s despite the fact that some mortgage programs allow qualified buyers to put down as little as 3%. Americans also have misperceptions about what it takes to increase their opportunity to get financing for a home, www.thechicagocitizen.com

Graphic highlighting key findings of Wells Fargo’s 2019 “How America Views Homeownership” survey (Graphic: Business Wire)

citing “perfect” credit (71%), being debtfree (65%), “having a lot of money in the bank” (59%) and having no student debt (38%). In fact, 31% of homeowners say they never thought they would be able to purchase their own home, and that number was even higher (54%) for millennial homeowners. “Financial education represents a tremendous opportunity when it comes

to helping more Americans achieve homeownership, and there are a lot of resources available to address the misperceptions that persist about homebuying,” said DeVito. “It is important to save and tend to your credit score, but you don’t need perfect credit, and there are low down payment loan programs designed to give first-time buyers a clearer path to owning a home.”

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BUSINESS

50 Fastest Growing Women -Owned And Led Companies Announced By WPO And Capital One The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) has announced the 12th annual ranking of the 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies™. Winners were announced during the WPO Annual Conference, held this year in Charlotte, NC. The companies featured on this year’s list span a wide variety of industries, including technology and finance, emerging sectors for women. Aggregate revenues of the 50 companies are $5.9 billion, representing a significant impact towards women-led companies’ contribution towards the global economy. Tierra Kavanaugh Wayne, CEO of TKT & Associates based in Louisville, Kentucky, has been ranked (#2) among this year’s WPO 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies list. TKT & Associates is a multidimensional organization providing diversity for suppliers, workforce and total talent management solutions. The company specializes in garnering inclusive workforce MSPs, staffing, recruitment process outsourcing and contact centers. The current revenue is approximately $80 million with 228 employees.

“At Capital One, we are passionate about supporting women business owners and leaders,” said Jenn Flynn, Head of Small Business Bank at Capital One. “The rise in women-owned businesses is an exciting trend to watch. These women are a real force, as reflected in the WPO 50 Fastest winners, and they are inspiring others to achieve great levels of success.” “I am delighted that this year our rankings show that women entrepreneurs are branching out into every sector of business,” said WPO President and Founder Dr. Marsha Firestone. “We are also very encouraged that companies of all sizes, such as (TKT & Associates) are represented. Some smaller but very successful companies demonstrated significant growth this year.” All eligible companies were ranked according to a sales growth formula, combining percentage and absolute growth. To qualify for the ranking, businesses are required to be privately held, woman-owned/led companies and have reached annual revenues of at least $500,000 as of 2013 and every subsequent year. Applicants are not required to be WPO members.

Additional facts about the 2019 50 Fastest Growing Women-Owned/Led Businesses: l Average age of women-owner/ leader is 50, younger than the average age of 51 last year l Aggregate revenue is $5.9 billion l Average 2018 revenue was $117.1 million l Average number of employees on first day: 9; projected average for 2019: 492 l Funding sources at company start: o 78% with their own funds o 22% with funds from friends and family o 6% with a bank loan o 6% with a line of credit o 4% with a credit card o 8% with private investors/angels All 50 companies were honored at a special event at the 2019 WPO Annual Conference at the Westin Charlotte in May. Following the luncheon and awards ceremony, WPO hosted a “Guide to Growth” discussion featuring a selection of 50 Fastest winners sharing advice for established entrepreneurs working to increase businesses.

The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) recently announced the 12th annual ranking of the 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies™. Tierra Kavanaugh Wayne, CEO of TKT & Associates based in Louisville, Kentucky, has been ranked (#2) among this year’s WPO 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies list.

The 2019 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies are: 1. Enspire Energy, LLC Mary Hensley and Julie Hashagen Chesapeake, VA 2. TKT & Associates, Inc. Tierra Kavanaugh Wayne Louisville, KY 3. LYNC Logistics, LLC Cynthia P. Lee Chattanooga, TN 4. Lever1 Erica Brune Kansas City, MO 5. SPERO Jenelle S. Coy Washington, DC 6. Stride Consulting Debbie Madden New York, NY 7. Xtreme Solutions Inc. Phyllis W. Newhouse Atlanta, GA 8. Within Interior Design, Inc. Heather R. Robinson Norfolk, VA 9. Quality Business Solutions, Inc. Pamela S. Evette Travelers Rest, SC 10. Merrimak Capital Company Mary Kariotis Novato, CA

70% of Employees Are Likely to Participate in Job Retraining If Offered Seventy percent of employees (70%) say they are likely to participate in an employer-provided job retraining program, according to a new survey report by Clutch, the leading B2B ratings and reviews firm. Clutch surveyed 510 full-time employees in the U.S. to learn about their experiences with and attitudes about job development and retraining. Experts say that most employees value job retraining opportunities for a simple reason: They want to improve at their jobs. “Most employees don’t want to be complacent,” said Sean Pour, co-founder and marketing manager at SellMax, a nationwide cash-forused cars selling service. “They want to keep growing. People feel bad when they feel like their skills aren’t advancing.” Employees are most likely to wish their companies offered tuition assistance for classes outside their company (19%) and intracompany classes and workshops to learn new skills (19%). Employees are far less likely to hope their companies provide expanded access to learning resources such as books, videos, and online courses (7%).

Companies should consider employee preferences, but must make sure they also match the business’ priorities and capabilities. Blindly providing tuition assistance for out-of-company classes, for example, can be costly and ineffective. Most employees (70%) who are offered job retraining say they are satisfied with the programs their employer provides. Experts believe that job retraining allows companies to improve their overall direction by improving employee retention and maximizing worker output. “[Companies] have not been able to say why people stay, why people go, what makes them succeed,” said Joe Carella, assistant dean for executive education at the Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona. Carella says that a happy workforce is a motivated workforce. Retraining is an opportunity for companies to think about their larger strategy and bridge two priorities: the future of the company and the future of the people who work for it. Read the full report: https:// clutch.co/hr/staffing/resources/jobdevelopment-workforce-retraining

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FASHION

Going-Natural.com Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary, Presents What Naturals Love Going-Natural.com, the longest running natural hair blog, celebrates its 15th anniversary with a natural hair and fashion show, an exhibition and a new online marketplace at WhatNaturalsLove.com. GIVING HOMAGE The celebration kicks off with the What Naturals Love Hair and Fashion to give homage to the pioneers of the natural hair movement. The braiders, loctitians and stylists who not just kept Black follicles alive and healthy but also stylish, long before natural hair became an online sensation and despite the fact that natural hairstyles were and still are deemed unacceptable in many places. Going-Natural.com, now a social web and networking blog with over 80,000 members, followers and fans, wouldn’t have been possible without those who kept pushing boundaries, elevating beauty standards and challenging the status quo. The What Naturals Love Hair and Fashion Show is expected to be a groundbreaking spectacle showcasing hairdos from the best natural hairstylists and exquisite naturalista fashion from WhatNaturalsLove.com. All kinds of textured tresses styled by top Natural hairstylists will grace the stage in Bedstuy, Brooklyn on August 17 for the What Naturals Love Hair and Fashion Show. The show will be part of the Tama Summer Fest and weekend walks which is from 12 to 7 pm Between Gates & Halsey on Tompkins Avenue. For more information about the What Naturals Love Hair and Fashion show, visit going-natural.com/hair-show2019/ or email info@going-natural.com.

Going-Natural.com, the longest running natural hair blog, presents What Naturals Love.

25 Black Women in Beauty Officially Launches 25 Black Women in Beauty celebrated their official launch with a private dinner at the Whitby Hotel recently, featuring some of the most powerful black female executives, entrepreneurs and influencers in the Beauty Industry today. The inaugural dinner, sponsored by Rémy Martin XO, featured moving introductions by each guest, innovative ideas for collaborations, and a commitment to continued growth and excellence in the field. Guests included Sarah CurtisHenry, SVP & General Manager of Fresh; Sharon Chuter, founder of Uoma Beauty; Kahlana Barfield Brown, former fashion and beauty editor turned mega influencer; Karla Evans-Davis, Sr. Director of Integrated Marketing & Media at Ulta Beauty and former supermodel Veronica Webb, who was the first African-American model to land a major cosmetics contract. Created by beauty industry executives Cara Sabin and Ella T. Gorgla, 25 Black Women in Beauty’s mission is, to celebrate, elevate and promote black women in the beauty

25 Black Women in Beauty’ recently hosted its first annual dinner sponsored by Rémy Martin XO.

industry through constructive, intentional collaboration and networking while inspiring one another toward collective greatness. Women of color are projected to be the majority of all women in the workforce by 2060 and generate over $1T in consumer spending power. As entrepreneurs they contribute $361B in revenue to the economy, launching

new companies at quadruple the rate of all women owned businesses. “We all know that women of color represent a huge financial opportunity for the beauty industry,” said 25 Black Women in Beauty cofounder, Cara Sabin. “Ultimately, to truly connect with her, it’s imperative our influence as executives, innovators and creators is further www.thechicagocitizen.com

amplified. Representation matters and it needs to be visible.” In beauty specifically, the spending power of black women in the US is a staggering $7.5B according to an Essence study, which is 80% more in cosmetics and twice as much in skincare versus non-Black consumers. A 2018 Nielsen study also spoke to the sheer influence of Black Women noting that “Black consumer choices have a ‘cool factor’ that has created a halo effect, influencing not just consumers of color, but the mainstream as well.” “25 Black Women in Beauty will serve as a space for collaboration, mentorship and perhaps most importantly a source of inspiration for corporate professionals, entrepreneurs and influencers,” co-founder Ella Gorgla said. “There is strength in numbers, and it’s important that we know we exist.” Throughout the evening, guests were treated to three signature Rémy Martin XO cocktails paired with a decadent dinner that concluded with a signature Rémy Martin Opulence Table reveal where honorees sipped

Rémy Martin XO paired with Nutella macaroons and orange chocolate truffles. An indulgent ending to an evening celebrating the collective success of these bold women in Beauty. By evening’s end, each honoree received a special crystal diamond award to commemorate their achievements. To learn more about 25 Black Women in Beauty: Visit www.25BWB.org Follow on Instagram @25_bwb ABOUT 25 BLACK WOMEN IN BEAUTY Launched on Juneteenth 2019, 25 Black Women in Beauty is a collective, thoughtfully conceived to serve as an elevated platform for accomplished and driven black female executives, entrepreneurs and influencers in the $600 billion global beauty industry. It serves to provide a spotlight on these extraordinarily talented women to increase their numbers at the C-suite level and beyond, as well as encourage and support the creation and success of indie brands invented by black female entrepreneurs.

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NEWS

Inspiring Men to Do Good StatePoint - With so many negative messages about masculinity floating around these days, some say it’s important to spend some time focusing on the positive. Doing so can help give men the confidence they need to be their best selves. In fact, 91 percent of men agree that it takes more confidence to be a “good guy” than it does to be a typical alpha male, according to research from Men’s Wearhouse, which is on a mission to encourage more men to be good on the inside and out. As part of its “Good on You” campaign, they are highlighting the good works of dads and gentlemen everywhere who have gone above and beyond to show they care about something that makes the world a little bit better. “We believe that good guys everywhere are ready to stand up and be their best selves,” says Tank Sinatra, who after getting sober at 22, decided

to surround himself with only positive things. Involved with the nonprofit organizations, Hope House and Bring Change to Mind, he is a social media influencer and founder of Tank’s Good News, which shares only positive news stories. Already committed to identifying, spreading and celebrating acts of good, Sinatra is now serving as the facilitator of the Good On You Initiative and, in this role, is sharing an inspiring story of a man making the world a little bit better in his own backyard: In 2016, Rodney Smith founded a lawn care nonprofit, Raising Men Lawn Care Service, in his hometown of Huntsville, Alabama. Raising Men Lawn Care Service helps young men give back to their communities by mowing lawns or doing yard work -- free of charge -- for veterans, the elderly, the disabled and single mothers. Smith sought to establish a program

In 2016, Rodney Smith founded a lawn care nonprofit, Raising Men Lawn Care Service, in his hometown of Huntsville, Alabama. While founded originally in Alabama, the organization now has a presence in almost all 50 states.

that inspires young men to learn and understand their value in society, and acts as a true father figure to many young boys throughout the country. While founded originally in Alabama, the organization now has a presence in almost all 50 states. To honor Smith’s work, Men’s

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Wearhouse is donating $10,000 to his organization as a “thank you” for all that he’s doing to help his community. He also received a custom-made jacket and lapel pin, as the brand believes that being your best self, and looking and feeling your best, go hand-in-hand.

To learn more about the campaign, which will honor men throughout the year, as well as to get gift ideas to honor the men in your life, visit menswearhouse.com. “From activism to fatherhood, moments of good come in all shapes and sizes,” says Sinatra.

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ENTERTAINMENT

eta Creative Arts Foundation announces new Executive Director eta Creative Arts Foundation, Inc. recently announced Kai EL’ Zabar as the new CEO/ Executive Director. EL’ Zabar officially started her tenure at the 48-year old institution on July 15, 2019. EL’ Zabar made history as the first female executive editor of the Chicago Defender newspaper in 2014. While at the Defender, she played an important role in breathing new life and interest in the 116-year old paper. Prior to her appointment at eta, EL’ Zabar was editing manuscripts, screenplays and writing books at M2N Publishing. She has a Bachelor of Arts from Lake Forest College in English Literature and Journalism and her Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Arts from Columbia College. With her appointment, EL’ Zabar serves as the third Executive Director in eta’s history. She was preceded by Philip Thomas and the founding

CEO/Executive Director, the late Abena Joan Brown. She joins Producing Artistic Director Kemati Porter as eta’s leadership team. “The opportunity to lead the eta Creative Arts Foundation in developing their fullest potential as an iconic, creative arts institution is an honor,” EL’ Zabar states. “I am excited about the endless creative possibilities to grow our audience. We have an important voice in the arts community. I am enthusiastic about the opportunities for expansion and the fresh contributions we can make to the creative world of art and theater.” Leveraging her editor/writing experience and extensive community network on behalf of eta are talents EL’ Zabar brings to her new position. “This is an exciting time for eta. We are uniquely positioned to play a larger role in the growing Chicago arts community. I have a talented team of artists who are looking forward to creating a season of compelling plays and

thought-provoking artwork. My first task is to tell our story. And, secondly, to raise the funds to continue our growth,” she says. EL’ Zabar’s hiring comes as the foundation implements a plan of creative and strategic growth, outreach and increased funding. eta Board President Les Bond, CEO of Attucks Asset Management, LLC says, “We welcome Kai’s leadership and look forward to the community’s support and interest as we blaze the trail to celebrate 50 years of the eta Creative Arts Foundation.” The eta Creative Arts Foundation, Inc. celebrates its 50th year Anniversary in 2021. For more information, visit their website at http://www.etacreativearts.org/ Or on social media at Facebook: https://www. facebook.com/etacreativearts Twitter: https:// twitter.com/etaCreative Instagram: https://instagram.com/ etacreativearts

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P&G Addresses Racial Bias With New Film “The Look” Continuing the conversation from its Emmy Award-winning film “The Talk,” Procter & Gamble (NYSE:PG) recently released a new film designed to spark reflection and conversation on racial bias and inequality. Titled “The Look,” the film highlights bias as experienced by many Black men in America and is available now together with educational resources at www. talkaboutbias.com. “We want to live in a world that is equal and inclusive – in race, gender, ethnicity, sexual identity, ability, religion and age – but the reality is, it’s not fully equal or inclusive and one of the core reasons is bias,” said Marc Pritchard, chief brand officer at Procter & Gamble. “Empathy can be a particularly effective antidote to bias, and we created ‘The Look’ to change perspectives, prompt personal introspection, and bring people together for a conversation to ultimately change hearts and minds.” “The Look” follows a Black man throughout his day as he encounters a variety of ‘looks’ that symbolize a barrier to acceptance. In the film, the windows of a passing car are raised after his son waves to a young girl in the back seat, occupants of an elevator seem to shut him out as he approaches and workers in a department store watch him with suspicion as he shops. For each scene, historical records and contemporary stories are provided at www. talkaboutbias.com to spark discussion and understanding on how these small ‘looks’, whether intentional or

“The Look,” a film highlighting bias as experienced by many Black men in America, is available now together with educational resources at www.talkaboutbias.com. (Photo: Business Wire)

not, can have a potentially bigger impact. The film ends with the line ‘Let’s talk about the look so we can see beyond it.” “We believe we have a responsibility to use our voice in advertising as a force for good by addressing issues like bias. As it has already done for so many who have seen ‘The Look’, we hope this film leads to constructive conversation, understanding and positive action,” Pritchard added. The film and website were produced in collaboration with SATURDAY MORNING, a creative collective founded by executives in

the advertising industry who came together to create ideas that bring awareness to and shift perceptions on racial bias and injustice. “The story of ‘The Look’ is based in the real-world experience of thousands of Black men across the country who experience bias in different ways, big and small, every day. This film is an opportunity for the world to see – and feel – what it’s like to walk in their shoes,” said Kwame Taylor-Hayford, a co-founder of SATURDAY MORNING. “Partnering with companies like P&G on thoughtprovoking and authentic work like ‘The Look’ will lead to deeper and richer www.thechicagocitizen.com

conversation that will inspire change.” “Bias is part of the human condition, something we all have and something we all experience. It is most frequently unconscious, formed by generations of social norms. ‘The Look’ is designed to constructively challenge people to look beyond what they think they see,” said Damon Jones, Vice President, Global Communications and Advocacy, Procter & Gamble. “Beyond highlighting bias, this film also celebrates the strength, humanity and resilience of Black men who are thriving amidst many obstacles. It is one part of a comprehensive effort that will help address individual

and institutionalized bias to create meaningful change.” Over the past year, P&G partnered with BET Networks on a comprehensive study of Black men, called Black Men Revealed, highlighting compelling data on prevailing narratives in media and entertainment, including those on parental involvement, relationship status and economic pursuits. Insights from this study are being shared with groups across the country to enable more accurate, positive portrayals of Black men in film, television and news – all key factors in addressing the underlying bias in society. The film premiered recently at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in France and BET Networks’ inaugural social impact conference, META Convened by BET Networks in Los Angeles. “The Look” was shot by a deliberately diverse leadership-duo, Director Anthony Mandler of Stink Films with Malik Sayeed as Director of Photography, and is launching as part of an integrated campaign at www.talkaboutbias.com. It will be followed by a series of nationwide community conversations, individual and classroom educational resources and reading guides, informative and inspirational podcasts, virtual reality extensions and ongoing digital and social media activities through the end of 2019. This program is designed to go beyond simple awareness and equip and enable individuals and communities with tools to create lasting, substantive change.

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Maxwell Street Market to Host “The Big Deal” Summer Celebration The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) recently announced “The Big Deal” on Sunday, August 4, at the historic Maxwell Street Market presented by Humana (800 S. Desplaines St.). From 9am until 3pm. The free festivities include the dedication of a mural created by students at Yollocalli Arts Reach, live art making with the National Museum of Mexican Art and live music performances along with 125 vendors specializing in handmade crafts, resale clothing, produce and more. “The Maxwell Street Market, Chicago’s longest running open air market, has been a ‘big deal’ for over a century. As a marketplace, Maxwell Street is where generations of immigrants have created businesses. As a gathering place its where musicians created the Maxwell Street blues sound. And as a food emporium, its where the Maxwell Street Polish was first sold and now thousands of handmade tortillas are pressed each Sunday,” said Mark Kelly, DCASE Commissioner. “We are proud to nurture this Chicago tradition with more vendors, more food and more programming.” During “The Big Deal,” Chicago Fair Trade will have a fair trade pop-up bazaar featuring handmade, one-of-a-kind and eco-friendly items made by women’s cooperatives; hand-blocked printed summer dresses from Mata Traders, yoga accessories from Kathmandu Yogi, kitchen and tableware from Sobremesa by Greenheart and eco-friendly Bolivian jewelry. Other featured vendors include Sweet Beginnings with locally harvested honey and custom bath products, Sandra’s Bags with handmade leather purses displaying the Chicago flag and handbeaded artisan jewelry from Crafted. The August 4 “Big Deal,” will feature old and new food favorites including Kimski/ Maria’s Packaged Goods and Community Bar with a modern take on the Maxwell Street Polish, and the Marz Community Brewing Co will launch a limited release “Maxwell Street Lager” beer. In addition to shopping and eating there will be family-friendly programming throughout the day: At 11:30am, Yollocalli Arts Reach will dedicate a new mural created by teens and lead artist Liz Reyes, a renowned female graffiti artist and teacher from Chicago. Her work has been seen nationally and internationally, and she was selected as the lead artist for the 2018 Day of the Dead celebration on the Pink Line Chicago through AARP. From 10am to 2pm, the National Museum of Mexican Art (NMMA) will also lead hands-on, family-friendly art workshops inspired by the history and products of the Market, alongside live painting by Yollocalli Arts Reach program participants. This is part of a series of biweekly art activities organized by

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) recently announced “The Big Deal” on Sunday, August 4, at the historic Maxwell Street Market presented by Humana (800 S. Desplaines St.). For over a century, the historic Maxwell Street Market has been offering an eclectic mix of foods and finds—including fresh produce, furniture, clothing, tools, garden plants, collectibles and rare items.

DCASE and the NMMA at Maxwell Street Market through the fall. Chicago-based artists Yvette Mayorga and William Estrada are creating a portrait series of Maxwell Street Market vendors, some of whom have over 40 years of history with the market. The artists invite everyone to take photos in front of the unique backdrop for the portraits, a collage of items treasured and sold in the market. Come back on September 15 for a live portraits session. This commission is part of MAS+ ART at Maxwell, a creative placemaking initiative led by Paola Aguirre Serrano of Borderless Studio LLC. Temporary interactive exhibitions will also be presented by Jane Addams Hull House Museum with images and artifacts from its collection and by the Maxwell Street Market Foundation with a display of photos, signs and other ephemera. The Big Deal will get even livelier with music on two stages. Plaza Stage 9–10:15am - DJ John Simmons 10:30–11:30am - Low-Reen and the Maxwell Street Blues Band 11:30am–Noon - Mural Dedication with Artists and City Officials 12:30–1:30pm - Los Gallos 2–3pm - Ron Haynes Game Changers Culture Coach Stage 9:45–10:45am - Little Miss Ann 10:45–11:30am - Trqpiteca Club DJ Cqqchifruit Noon–1pm - Trqpiteca Club DJ La Spacer 1:30–2:30pm - Banda Show Revelación Chicago City Markets presenting sponsor Humana is partnering with the

Chicago Cubs for more family fun. Fans will be able to take photos against a green screen and add their choice of Cubs backdrops. Photos can be printed onsite and sent to phones. And, the ever-popular Jumping Jack will be open for children to play in. Much of this event and other summer activities at the Maxwell Street Market are made possible through generous funding from the National Endowment for the Arts through an Our Town Grant to support community engagement and neighborhood development. For over a century, the historic Maxwell Street Market has been offering an eclectic mix of foods and finds—including fresh produce, furniture, clothing, tools, garden plants, collectibles and rare items. The market is also renowned for the best, authentic Mexican- and Latinstyle street food in Chicago, including tamales, banana leaf-wrapped tamales, tacos, quesadillas with fresh handmade corn tortillas, elotes and corn cakes. The market is open Sundays, from 9am to 3pm. For more information, visit maxwellstreetmarket.us or on facebook @MaxwellStreetMarket. Produced by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, the Chicago City Markets are presented by Humana and sponsored by COUNTRY Financial®, Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and the Chicago Tribune. For a complete list of all Chicago City Markets, visit chicagocitymarkets.us. Join the conversation on Facebook @ ChicagoCityMarkets, on Instagram @ ChicagoCityMarkets and on Twitter @ ChicagoDCASE (#ChicagoCityMarkets).

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9th Annual College Changes Everything® (CCE) Conference On Thursday, July 18, 2019, education leaders and administrators, counselors, non-profit and community-based organizations, elected officials and other public sector leaders, students and other professionals will convene at the 9th Annual College Changes Everything® (CCE) Conference in Tinley Park from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm to discuss best practices, and share ideas and resources to expand student success for each student. “Developing a diverse, educated and productive workforce here in Illinois is a community responsibility,” said Eric Zarnikow, executive director of the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC), the state’s college access and financial aid agency and host of the CCE Conference. “It requires not only budget and resources but true partnerships among K-12, postsecondary institutions, trade schools and employers, and community organizations to engage students and families to define and ultimately achieve success for the individual student.” “I’m proud that the CCE conference is among the venues where these partnerships are born and nurtured,” said Zarnikow. The conference keynote address will be delivered by Merita Irby, co-founder and executive vice president of The Forum for Youth Investment and chief architect of The Forum’s signature initiative, Ready by 21®. Irby is managing partner of Big Picture Approach Training & Consulting and a coach to state and local partnerships. She has extensive experience conducting studies on community-based urban youth organizations, including directing a multi-site study on school collaboration with youth organizations. Irby is the co-author of Urban Sanctuaries: Neighborhood Organizations in the Lives and Futures of Inner-City Youth. This year’s conference, themed Expanding Success for All Students—Every Community’s Responsibility, will include breakout sessions presented by state and national experts and practitioners on topics such as supporting low-income students who face food insecurity and housing instability; reducing remediation and accelerating college success; leveraging community-based partnerships to support career readiness; supporting Illinois’ immigrant populations; addressing the state’s teacher shortage; middle-school career exploration; and much more. The preliminary agenda can be viewed at collegechangeseverything.org/2019Agenda. This year, the conference will also celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Illinois Student Assistance Corps (ISACorps), which is among the largest statewide outreach and near-peer mentoring programs in the country, annually serving more than 150,000 students and parents in communities throughout Illinois. For the past decade, the talented and professionallytrained recent college graduates in the ISACorps have been helping students and families navigate the complex process of planning and preparing for postsecondary success—including helping students with college and career exploration, admissions and financial aid. The CCE conference, which is expected to draw nearly 500 attendees, will be held at the Tinley Park Convention Center in Tinley Park, Illinois on July 18th. The registration fee is $40. To register or for more information, visit collegechangeseverything. org. Join the conversation on social media by using #CCE4me.

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lic sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 14113 S. DEARBORN STREET, RIVERDALE, IL 60827 Property Index No. 29-04-231-007-0000. 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. 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 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 14-14-03641. 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. 14-1403641 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 003620 TJSC#: 39-3033 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. I3123868 ________________________________________

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REAL ESTATES AC 7-3-2019 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION MORTGAGE CLEARING CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.- BARNEY L. CARTER JR., NINA CARTER, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 14 CH 003620 14113 S. DEARBORN STREET 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 May 9, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 12, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at a pub-

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