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SOUTH SUBURBAN NATIVE USES CREATIVITY AND MUSIC TO OVERCOME OBSTACLES IN HIGHER EDUCATION

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Arthur Riley (pictured), Marian Catholic High School graduate, found a creative way to overcome the barriers he faced as he pursued his goal of becoming an occupational therapist. Photo Caption: Provided by Arthur Riley

BUSINESS Former Chicago Ald. Joe Moore Joins Chicagobased Diliberto Real Estate Services, LLC

ENTERTAINMENT

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Serena Williams Featured On The Cover of ESSENCE’s September Issue

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION

PARENTS ENCOURAGED TO INCLUDE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS IN BACK-TO-SCHOOL PLANS The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) and local emergency management agencies are encouraging parents to include emergency preparedness in their back-toschool plans. New this academic school year, state law requires schools to hold a minimum of three evacuations drills while students are present to better prepare students and personnel for emergencies. Specifically, within the first 90-days of the school year, schools must conduct at least one law enforcement evacuation drill. These drills must be conducted according to the school’s emergency and crisis response plans, protocols, and procedures, according to a press release. Every home, dorm and apartment should have the supplies needed to endure a storm, power outage or disaster. You can find a list of emergency kit essentials online at www.ready. illinois.gov.

HEALTH

FOOD ALLERGY PATIENT ORGANIZATIONS JOIN FORCES TO LAUNCH A PSA CALLED, “SPELL IT OUT” End Allergies Together (E.A.T.), a non-profit organization that funds research to help solve the growing food allergy epidemic, along with four food allergy patient organizations, recently launched a new Public Service Announcement (PSA) called, “Spell It Out.” The PSA promotes the need for basic food allergy education in underserved communities and stars teen actors Mace Coronel (of Nickelodeon’s Nicky, Ricky, Dicky and Dawn) and Laya Deleon Hayes (of Disney’s Doc McStuffins) as Spelling Bee judges.

LAW & POLITICS

ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL FILES LAWSUIT AGAINST EPA AFFORDABLE CLEAN ENERGY RULE Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 28 states and cities, recently announced a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over its Affordable Clean Energy (ACE) rule. The ACE rule replaced the Clean Power Plan, the first-ever nationwide limit on existing fossil-fueled power plants. “The people of Illinois and around the country cannot afford the impact of unchecked climate change,” Raoul said. “The EPA’s Affordable Clean Energy rule is a huge step backward in the effort to address the devastating effects of climate change. It is a misguided policy that ignores the science of climate change and will prolong the nation’s reliance on polluting, expensive coal power plants, and will reverse progress toward clean, renewable, affordable energy.” The Illinois Attorney General’s office has worked since 2003 to limit carbon pollution from fossil-fueled power plants. Most recently, the Attorney General’s office joined a coalition of states, counties, and cities in filing comments in opposition to the EPA’s proposed repeal of the Clean Power Plan, and filed comments in opposition to the ACE rule as proposed.

South Suburban Native Uses Creativity And Music to Overcome Obstacles In Higher Education Continued from page 1 BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

Growing up between the south side of Chicago and the south suburbs, Arthur Riley graduated from Marian Catholic High School in Chicago Heights and went on to attend Southern Illinois University where he received a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and hoped to go on to become an occupational therapist. Once Riley found his passion for Kinesiology, which is the study of the mechanics of body movements, he knew he was on the right path towards becoming an occupational therapist. “I knew then that this is where I needed to be and I really needed to focus on trying to get more involved and more in-depth in this field,” said Riley. Before realizing what career path he wanted to pursue, Riley lacked the motivation to work as hard as he could have in his general education courses. Riley excelled in his Kinesiology classes but unfortunately, because

of the grades he received in his non-major classes, his grade point average alone wasn’t enough to grant him admission to a master’s degree program where he wanted to continue on his path towards becoming an occupational therapist. “At the time, this was the beginning of my junior year and I had a 2.0 grade point average. I started calling out to occupational therapy schools and finding that I wouldn’t be able to get into this field with that GPA,” said Riley. Riley had the idea to return to school and get a master’s degree in business as a way to somewhat bury his low undergraduate grade point average. Still, even with a new master’s degree and a higher GPA, Riley was not able to find an occupational therapy program that would accept him. “At this point, I was trying to be humble but I already had a Kinesiology degree and I had a master’s in business and I couldn’t figure out how they couldn’t see how badly I wanted to be in this program,” said Riley. “At

this point, I knew I had to do something to show that I knew the material and that I was creative which is important in occupational therapy because every patient is different.” Riley began studying the fundamentals of rap music and enlisted the help of a friend who made beats and produced music to create Kinesiology and occupational therapy themed raps. Riley made a music video to go along with his rap and submitted it to occupational therapy programs across the country to show his comprehension of the material and dedication to the field. By using his creativity, Riley got the attention of admissions advisors and he was accepted into an occupational therapy program where he could continue on with his education. “I’m happy that I went this route because a few positive things came from it. I was able to get a master’s in business which I am able to use every day,” said Riley. “I know I made some mistakes but I don’t have any regrets and there wasn’t anything that I couldn’t rectify.”

Survey: Americans Becoming More Open About Mental Health Most Americans harbor positive views about mental health disorders and treatment, according to the results of a survey released recently. The survey was conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of the American Psychological Association. A total of 87% of American adults agreed that having a mental health disorder is nothing to be ashamed of, and 86% said they believe that people with mental health disorders can get better, according to the poll. “The results of this survey are encouraging, and a signal that APA’s and others’ work over the years to promote mental health care is paying off,” said APA CEO Arthur C. Evans Jr., PhD. “They indicate a willingness to be more open about mental illness, as well as a strong belief among older respondents that having a mental disorder is nothing to be ashamed of.” Despite this welcome news, some stigma still persists. A third of respondents (33%) agreed with the statement, “people with mental health disorders scare me,” and 39% said they would view someone differently if they knew that person had a mental health disorder. In the case of mental health disorders, familiarity seemed to breed comfort: 42% percent of

people who had never had a mental health diagnosis or known someone who did said that people with mental health disorders scared them. Of people who had been diagnosed with a mental health disorder or knew someone who had, only 27% and 28%, respectively, said the same. Most respondents — 59% — know someone with a mental health disorder. This personal experience is a step toward destigmatizing mental illness, Evans said. The survey found that 81% percent of people said they would be very or somewhat comfortable being friends with someone with a mental health disorder, and 79% would be very or somewhat comfortable interacting with a person with a mental health disorder. Those numbers dropped, though, for more intimate involvement: The proportion of people comfortable dating someone with a mental health disorder was 51%, and only 35% said they would be comfortable letting someone with a mental health disorder care for a child. Notably, significant minorities of Americans do not consider the most common mental health disorders to be disorders. A third (33%) said they did not consider anxiety to be a mental illness, and 22% said the same about depression.

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The survey also delved into attitudes about suicide. Large majorities of Americans agree that people who are suicidal can be treated and go on to live successful lives (91%) and that suicide can often be prevented (87%). Most also supported openness around suicide, with 87% agreeing that people should talk about suicide more openly, and 84% agreeing that people should not be ashamed to say a loved one died by suicide. Nearly 4 out of 5 (79%) agreed that less stigma and shame around mental health disorders would lower suicide rates. However, 30% of people said that they would keep quiet about the cause of death if their own loved one died by suicide, and 63% agreed with the notion that suicide is a selfish act. Young adults between 18 to 34 reported the poorest mental health of those surveyed, as well as the most shame around mental health disorders. Twenty-seven percent of this age group reported poor or fair mental health, compared with 20% of 35 to 64-yearolds and 4% of those 65 and older. While 92% of those 65 and older and 89% of those between 35 and 64 agreed that having a mental health disorder was not something to be ashamed of, only 78% of the youngest adults said

the same. Young adults were also more likely than older age groups to believe that most mental health disorders do not require treatment (35% of 18 to 34-yearolds, 17% of 35 to 64-year-olds and 9% of those 65 and older), to say that they would keep quiet about the cause of death if a loved one died by suicide (40% of 18 to 34-year-olds, 30% 35 to 64-yearolds, 18% of those 65 and older), and to disagree that people with mental health disorders can live normal lives (23%, 14%, and 10%, respectively). “More young adults reported feeling shame and stigma surrounding mental health issues than their older peers,” Evans said. “This points to the need for psychology to continue to educate the public so that more people understand that there is no shame associated with being mentally ill.” The survey of 1,006 U.S. adults was conducted by The Harris Poll between Nov. 20-29, 2018. Respondents took a 15-minute online survey about their attitudes toward mental health disorders and mental health treatment. The results were weighted by education, age, gender, race, ethnicity, geography, household income, household size and marital status to represent the U.S. population.

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NEWS South Suburban Mayors Want To Slow Down Gambling Expansion In The Region BY KATHERINE NEWMAN

The State of Illinois recently passed a new law that allows for a major gambling expansion across the state including a new casino in Chicago, a casino in the South Suburbs, and the addition of racinos, a combined race track and casino, across the state. The Southland Regional Mayoral Black Caucus recently came together and signed a resolution that asked that immediate action on the approval of a proposed racino be put on hold until a feasibility study can take place to determine whether or not the region could support more than one gambling destination. The recently passed Gambling Expansion legislation stated that a south suburban casino could be located in Bloom, Bremen, Calumet, Rich, Thornton or Worth Townships and a racino could also be located in any one of those same six townships or Orland Township. “Signing on for a racino should be delayed until a fully comprehensive

feasibility study has been completed to determine if it is viable to have a racino near a casino. My view is that it just will not work,’ said Sheila Chalmers-Currin, mayor of the Village of Matteson. Having a south suburban racino and casino operating near each other would put them in competition with each other and many are worried that there are not enough gambling dollars to go around. “They’re putting a racino up against the casino and there is no way the two can exist. It’s not just me, but several of the South Suburban mayors want to put a hold on the plans for a combination harness racing track and casino,” said Chalmers-Currin. Chalmers-Currin said that she has a great vision for what the south suburban casino could be if they were able to incorporate dining, entertainment, and a hotel to make it a travel destination in the Southland Region. Both Chalmers-Currin and President of the South Suburban Mayors and Managers Association, Tyron

Ward, said the inclusion of a racino in the south suburbs in addition to a casino went somewhat under the radar as the legislation was being pushed through. “All the focus was on a casino and the racino sort of went under the radar for the most part until the actual bill came out and we saw that it was rendered to a specific location. Once that came out and they actually named a location, it created a little issue and we are asking that particular piece be reconsidered during the Governor’s veto session,” said Ward. In asking for a comprehensive feasibility study before approving plans for both a casino and racino in the south suburbs, Chalmers-Currin and Ward are hoping to guarantee that the best interests of south suburban residents are put first. If precaution isn’t taken in executing the plans for housing both a casino and racino in the region, Ward said that “in the end, the only real winner would be the casino.”

Historic International Detainee Chess Tournament Held Detainees in seven countries spanning multiple continents recently participated in a historic chess tournament, according to the Cook County Sheriff ’s Office. Detainees at Cook County Jail competed against prisoners from Armenia, Belarus, Brazil, England, Italy and Russia. After seven matches involving four players from each country, Russia was declared the winner, having amassed 22.5 wins over the two-day event. Belarus and Italy tied for second place, Armenia came in fourth, the United States came in fifth, Brazil sixth and England seventh. “We are incredibly thankful for the participation of these six countries to make this event truly historic and incredibly competitive,” said Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart. “Chess instills important skills, from patience to strategic thinking, that help individuals better navigate custody and re-entry to society.” Fourteen players from Cook County Jail competed in the tournament and were selected based on skill from the more than 100 players who are in the

jail’s chess program. The top player from each country will receive a special chess set from World Chess Champion Grandmaster Anatoly Karpov, who helped organize the competition and served as a catalyst for the creation of the Cook County Jail chess program. Karpov was the world chess champion from 1975 to 1985 and again from 1993 to 1999. “I would like to thank you, our American friends, for their effort and work in organizing such great competition,” Karpov said in a video statement to the tournament. “I hope everyone plays interesting games, wins matches and has a good time at the tournament. And, as we always say in chess and other sports, may the best player win.” The Cook County Jail’s chess program started in 2012 and has hosted numerous chess dignitaries over the years, including Karpov. Prior to this event, players from the jail competed in online tournaments against Russia in 2013 and 2016. In 2017, they won an online tournament against prisoners in Brazil.

COMMENTARY

Calling Out Racism, White Supremacy and White Nationalism is More Vital Than Ever BY STACY M. BROWN NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia

The spectre of white nationalists, neo-Nazis, white supremacists and others that wrongly maintain that the American flag and free speech provide them with moral justification and protection for their abhorrent behaviors, has seen too many journalists frame their inadequate coverage under a cloak of “objectivity.” Journalism is reverting to the impersonal mode of coverage that chronicled the civil rights movement: The Spectator’s Perspective. That the President of the United States can get away with telling four American citizens and congresswomen of color to “go back to your country,” reminds too many black journalists of a strikingly similar message from Alabama Governor George Wallace, a Democrat, more than 50 years ago. During his 1963 inaugural speech, Wallace said: “I draw the line in the dust and toss the gauntlet before the feet of tyranny, and I say segregation now, segregation tomorrow and segregation forever.” In its All Things Considered and Radio Diariesseries, NPR called the

speech, “A fiery pledge forgiven, but not forgotten.” “Reflecting on his response to the speech at the time,” writes NPR, “Rep. John Lewis, a Georgia Democrat, originally from Alabama, says he took Wallace’s words personally. ‘My governor, this elected official, was saying in effect, you are not welcome, you are not welcome. Words can be very powerful. Words can be dangerous,’ Lewis says. ‘Gov. Wallace never pulled a trigger. He never fired a gun. But in his speech, he created the environment for others to pull the trigger, in the days, the weeks and months to come.’” Reporting both sides of a viewpoint may enable a publication to boast about high journalistic standards but ignoring larger truths in the process nullifies any benefits gained. Earlier this month, while in the midst of a rant-by-racist-tweet barrage from the fingertips of President Trump, the New York Times ran the headline, “Trump Urges Unity vs. Racism.” Many Times readers reacted by threatening to cancel their subscription. The press is the only privately-owned institution specifically mentioned by name in the U.S. Constitution. Our words have power and powerful words

have a responsibility to speak truth to those that are listening. Telling the truth, in its entirety, is the most objective stance any journalist can take on any subject. The race to present white-leaning objectivity in news coverage leads large institutions, like the New York Times, Washington Post, Associated Press, and others, to bestow credence and importance through their coverage – or lack thereof – to the hate speech and acts taking place during today’s resurgence of the civil rights movement. Mainstream press’ coverage also serves as a reminder that people of color, whose realities, life stories and viewpoints have resulted in a different standard for objectivity, are often best served by the Black Press. While the nation heralded the bravery of reporters who were embedded with front line troops during the war in Viet Nam, the first to be covered by television, few knew the names of the many black journalists who risked their lives to expose the truth of the criminal-level hatred that filled the pages of the Black Press during the same period of our history. Similarly, it’s important that black journalists and other journalists of color apply our unique insights and perspectives to confront and report the www.thechicagocitizen.com

truth of our modern and increasingly racist hate-filled era. “It appears that way because we are witnessing the dismantling of so many important pillars of our system of government,” said Madison Paige, the founder and CEO of Bold Blue Campaigns, a grassroots-supported political consultancy. “Regardless of what political party you affiliate with, what we see under the current administration is recognizably destructive. It stands to send the country back, not decades, but centuries,” Paige said. However, “the Black Press of America is saying, ‘No, this is unacceptable, and we won’t go back,’” she said. Many are realizing that the myth of white supremacy is easily debunked, said Essence Cohen Fields, a Pennsylvania-based licensed professional counselor. “The increased violence and blatant expression of hate, is a direct correlation to the white supremacists’ fear of being viewed as, dare I say, equal, and people are no longer getting their information from one or two sources,” said Fields. The Black Press now has a global connection that has allowed for a restoration of pride in being of African

descent, which is uncomfortable for some, she said. Since the founding of the Black Press 192 years ago, African Americanowned newspapers have served their communities in a way no other publications have. Often operating on shoe-string budgets, understaffed, and working with other severe limitations, the Black Press always has maintained its mission as the Voice of Black America. That tradition has held through many transitions – through the aftermath of slavery, the Jim Crow Era and the Civil Rights Movement. The Black Press also continues to call out racism, which mainstream newspapers have either failed to do, or whose response has been tepid when compared to the magnitude of the crisis. White supremacists hold as big of a platform as they have had since the civil rights movement, said Nikita Banks, a psychotherapist, clinical social worker, and host of the Black Therapist Podcast. “Newsrooms are biased against people of color. diversity in the media is necessary more than ever,” Banks said. “But we also have to create a resurgence of our black publications and cultivate a space where they not only exist but thrive again,” she said.

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BUSINESS

Former Chicago Ald. Joe Moore Joins Chicago-based Diliberto Real Estate Services, LLC Diliberto Real Estate Services, a global real estate advisory, property management and auction firm recently announced that former Chicago Alderman Joe Moore, a long-time member of the Chicago City Council is joining the firm’s Municipal Economic Services Group as its National Director. Moore served seven years as a city attorney for the city of Chicago and 28 years as alderman of Chicago’s 49th Ward, one of the most economically and racially diverse communities in the nation, and Chairman of the Chicago City Council Committee on Housing and Real Estate. “I look forward to using my 35 years of experience in government leadership, and my success in spearheading economic revitalization, to help cities and towns across Illinois and the U.S,” said Moore. “Diliberto Real Estate offers a service which I found to be extremely unique and beneficial. I’m excited to join them and look

Former Chicago Ald Joe Moore, moves to National Real Estate Company, Diliberto Real Estate Services, LLC, as National Director, Municipal Advisory Services.

forward to working for my municipal colleagues across the nation.” Diliberto Real Estate Services, LLC (DRES) is a national real estate advisory firm with practice lines in marketing, economic development, municipal advisory, and market-

making auction services. Clients include cities and towns across the nation, Fortune 500’s, institutions and private companies across the nation and in select global markets. For more information, visit http:// realestateauctionsinc.com/

Study Finds 1 in 5 US Workers Age 40 and Over Have Experienced Age Discrimination in the Workplace Hiscox, the international specialist insurer, recently released its 2019 Hiscox Ageism in the Workplace StudyTM, which revealed that 21% of US workers age 40 and older have experienced discrimination in the workplace due to their age, and respondents believe they’re most likely to experience it at age 51. The study, which surveyed 400 full-time U.S. workers age 40 and over, also found that more than two-thirds (67%) of respondents 65 or younger plan to continue working after they turn 66, and 62% of all workers did not receive any form of age discrimination training in the previous 12 months. “Age discrimination in the workplace is an increasingly serious issue for businesses and employees as older generations continue to maintain their professional careers longer than their predecessors,” said Patrick Mitchell, management liability product head at Hiscox USA. “Discrimination of any kind brings serious reputational and financial risks to any business and can negatively impact a worker’s career trajectory. As such, businesses must take the necessary steps to prevent, detect and mitigate any instances of age discrimination in the workplace in order to fully protect their organization and employees.”

Most Remain Silent Although over one in five respondents shared that they faced age discrimination in the workplace themselves, only 40% filed a charge or complaint. Their reasons for staying silent included the fear of a report creating a hostile work environment (54%) and a lack of knowledge on how to initiate a complaint (24%). Witnesses, too, were more likely to stay quiet. More than half (51%) of workers who witnessed age discrimination against another employee did not report it, and 62% pointed to a fear of retaliation by their employers as the reason for not speaking up.

Gender Plays a Role in Workplace Ageism While prior Hiscox data found that women are more likely to experience harassment in the workplace, the 2019 Hiscox Ageism in the Workplace StudyTM found that men were more likely to feel that their advancing age adversely impacted their careers. Forty-three percent of men felt that their age has been a barrier to finding a new job since turning 40 years old, compared to less than one-third (30%) of women. More than one-third (39%) of men reported that age frustrated their career advancement since turning 40, compared to 24% of women.

How to Combat Ageism in the Workplace Businesses should take the following steps to prevent, detect and mitigate age discrimination in the workplace: l Prevent age discrimination by providing workforce training. l Detect age discrimination by watching for behaviors that indicate older workers are being harassed, excluded from projects and underrepresented in new hiring and promotions. l Mitigate the risks and exposure associated with age discrimination by responding to claims immediately and thoroughly.

The Cost of Ageism in the Workplace Often subject to common stereotypes regarding older workers, 80% of respondents who experienced age discrimination reported that it had impacted their career trajectory. In addition to ageism impacting employee productivity, organizations face the loss of talent and institutional knowledge when older employees leave a company. In fact, 43% of respondents reported that they had left a company due to experiencing or witnessing age discrimination.

National Survey Reveals Dramatic Shift From Cable to Streaming Services The market research team at Colling Media, a top-ranked national digital advertising and marketing agency, has conducted a nationwide survey about cable-cutting and subscribing to streaming services. Key findings include: l Migration away from cable is picking up speed—20% of respondents canceled their cable television subscription within the past two months. l There’s a corresponding move toward streaming services—39% of consumers have subscribed to a streaming service in the past two months (such as Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video). l 87% of consumers have watched a program, movie or video on a desktop or laptop computer, tablet, smartphone, or other mobile device within the past two months. l 39% of consumers say they are likely or very likely to subscribe to The Disney Company’s bundling of Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu. l 73% of consumers say they are annoyed when an ad interrupts a YouTube video. Off those, 58% are most annoyed by the advertiser, by YouTube www.thechicagocitizen.com

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Matteson School District 159 Celebrates Its 150th Year Anniversary With A Back To School Parade And Rally Photos by CREDD

Jesse White Tumblers wowed the crowd at the Back to School Parade and Rally for School District 159. The day was complete with Bouncers, Haircuts and Braiding, Game Trucks and Vendors. Dr. Mabel Alfred, Superintendent, Mayor Sheila Chalmers-Currin, State Representative Debbie MeyersMartin, Mayor Rick Reinbold of Park Forest and Board Members: Bernice Miller, Regina Edgecombe, Dr. William McClinton, President and Carolyn Palmer joined in the celebration.

The Band is Southland College Prep HS, CEO Dr. Blondean Davis.

Dr. William McClinton, President SD 159 Board; Regina Edgecomb, Member SB 159; Dr. Mabel Alfred, Superintendent; Mayor Sheila ChalmersCurrin, Matteson; Jesse White, Secretary of State and Founder, Director Jesse White Tumblers; State Representative Debbie Meyers-Martin; Carolyn Palmer, VP Board SD 159; Richard Reinbold, Mayor Richton Park.

The 2019 Chicagoland All-Star Classic Highlights

Event Sponsored by The Support Group. Photos by He Shoots Lyfe Photography, DeShaun "Trig" Adams

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NEWS

Readiness Checklist: 5 Steps to Prep for Buying a Home StatePoint - For many Americans, making the jump to buying that first house is a significant achievement that allows them to put their mark on their own space, while creating room for family and pets. But how do you know you’re ready? Americans see homeownership as an investment in their future, yet they are concerned about the steps they need to take to put themselves into a position to buy, according to the “How Americans View Homeownership” survey conducted by The Harris Poll April 17–29, 2019, among 1,004 U.S. adults 21 and older on behalf of Wells Fargo. The study showed that 44 percent of non-homeowners identified saving for a down payment as a top barrier to buying, more so than any other obstacle. “Homeownership is very much a part of the American Dream, yet too many first-time buyers don’t know where to start,” says Liz Bryant, Wells Fargo Home Lending’s national retail sales leader. “We find that a great way to get moving down the path to homeownership is with a conversation. By reaching out to your mortgage lender, your banker or even a housing counselor, you can start putting together a plan that will help get you on your way.” Here are some steps to consider: • Research lenders and loan options.

A recent study showed that 44 percent of non-homeowners identified saving for a down payment as a top barrier to buying, more so than any other obstacle.

Identify a lender who has a breadth of home loan options, including low down payment mortgages, and who is willing to provide you with personalized guidance. Then just start the conversation.

• Know your goal. Your mortgage consultant can help, and so can a financial health banker or a housing counselor. A discussion about spending, saving, debt and credit will help you make decisions about what you can afford, how

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much you need to save and whether you need to do work to improve your credit score. • Get your down payment ready. If you don’t already have one, create a budget for your monthly spending, so you can identify areas where you can save. Set aside unexpected windfalls, such as tax refunds, to grow savings. • Keep an eye on overall debt. While there’s room for student loans and credit card debt, a good rule of thumb is to keep your overall debt level -- including your new mortgage -- at or below 36 percent of gross monthly income. • Think beyond the down payment. Consider setting aside 1-2 percent of the purchase price of your home each year for maintenance projects. If that seems like too much, start with less and work your way up. More readiness tips can be found at wellsfargo.com/financial-education/homeownership/. “Too many first-time buyers get intimidated by the down payment or the work they might need to do around credit,” says Bryant. “Many don’t realize that there are lending options available for homebuyers with a range of credit scores, and programs that require buyers to put as little as three percent down. It’s important to explore your options, take it step by step and work toward your homeownership goals.”

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ENTERTAINMENT AUDITORIUM THEATRE EVENT

Hip-Hop Orchestra In Chicago What: When was the last time you witnessed strings, horns, woodwinds, and piano at a hip-hop concert? Add to that a party-rocking DJ, a fierce soulsongstress, and a fire-breathing MC, and that is still but a fraction of what you’ll get when you catch Thee Phantom & The Illharmonic Orchestra live! When: Saturday, August 24 | 7:30PM Where: The Auditorium Theatre is located on 50 E Ida B Wells Drive In Chicago, Illinois. Individual tickets start at $39 and are available online at https://tickets. auditoriumtheatre.org or by phone at 312.341.2300.

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NBA Experience Grand Opening Is A Slam Dunk At Walt Disney World Resort It was a championship-worthy celebration recently at Disney Springs for the grand opening of NBA Experience. Amid cheering fans and celebrity guests, Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger unveiled the first-of-its-kind destination, joined onstage by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and several current and former NBA and WNBA players. “NBA Experience lets everybody who loves the game, live it,” said Bob Iger, chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company. “We’re excited to open the doors to a fun and unique experience for fans of all ages.” Those in attendance were treated to a buoyant atmosphere reminiscent of a basketball arena, complete with a DJ, T-shirt tosses, fan-cam and a dance performance, hosted by ESPN personality Rachel Nichols. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse cheered as confetti rained down toward the end of the ceremonial opening, which featured Naismith Basketball Hall of Famers Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Grant Hill, along with NBA legend Dwyane Wade, Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez, Utah Jazz point guard Mike Conley, Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo, Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon, Miami Heat forward Udonis Haslem and WNBA legend Swin Cash, now the vice president of basketball operations and team development for the New Orleans Pelicans. “I want to thank Bob Iger and the Walt Disney Imagineering team for capturing the authentic NBA experience at this landmark destination at Disney Springs,” said NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. “Disney creates memorable experiences better than anyone, and we are thrilled to share the excitement of NBA basketball with fans and Walt Disney World guests from around the world.” In collaboration with the NBA, Walt Disney Imagineering developed NBA Experience as an immersive, interactive venue. The high-energy environment is packed with 13 different basketballrelated activities across 44,000 square feet and two floors. Upon entry, guests feel as if they’re walking through the players’ tunnel at an NBA or WNBA arena. Visitors can experience what it’s like to be selected in the NBA Draft and step onto the court to make clutch shots and highlight-worthy slam dunks. NBA Experience also provides ample opportunities to learn more about the NBA and WNBA via interactive

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displays, films and trivia. The unique destination offers something for guests of all ages. A ticket to NBA Experience grants access to every activity, in any order guests choose, and they can return to stations throughout the day to improve performance or learn even more about the game, players and teams they love. They can also customize many of their experiences to showcase their favorite NBA or WNBA teams. The adjacent NBA Store offers official NBA apparel, collectibles and more, along with Disney products designed specifically for NBA Experience. NBA Experience is the latest collaboration between Walt Disney World Resort and the NBA. The day before the NBA Experience grand opening, the second annual Jr. NBA Global Championship concluded at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort, which featured the top 13- and 14-year-old youth boys and girls basketball teams from around the world. Walt Disney World Resort also has a long-standing relationship with the Orlando Magic and the NBA. www.thechicagocitizen.com

Organizers of NostalgiaCon’s inaugural ‘80’s pop culture convention recently announced a national call for retro pop culture collectors of unique ‘80s toys, video games, posters, electronics, and furniture. As part of eclectic items that already include the National Boombox Museum and ‘80s cars, NostalgiaCon is adding space to spotlight select collections that demonstrate strong fan interest. To submit a collection for consideration, email info@nostalgiacon. org and specify the exact nature and space requirement of your collection. The deadline is August 31. Only collections that are not being sold on the exhibit floor will be considered for this free showcase. Exhibitor opportunities for the retro marketplace are available separately by emailing exhibiting@nostalgiacon.org. About NostalgiaCon With offices in downtown Miami, NostalgiaCon (www.NostalgiaCon80s. com) is a global fan conventions company wholly focused on celebrating

the pop culture icons, influencers, music, newsmakers, entertainers, shows, films, sports, fads, toys, foods and more, that fans feel the most fond of. NostalgiaCon is the first platform ever created to fully scale and monetize the decades both in the United States and internationally through conventions, concerts, events, privately licensed entertainment, social media, and more. On September 28 and 29, the Anaheim Convention Center will host NostalgiaCon, where the 1980’s will be captured in its full glory, capitalizing on the powerful force of nostalgia via the people, trends and moments that define entire generations. NostalgiaCon is the brainchild of serial entrepreneurs Manny Ruiz, creator and producer of the nationally renowned Hispanicize event and the Mixed Reality Marketing Summit, and Sean Wolfington, chairman and CEO of The Wolfington Companies and chairman and CEO of CarSaver, Walmart’s exclusive auto buying platform. For more information, visit http://www. NostalgiaCon80s.com).

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Serena Williams Featured On The Cover of ESSENCE’s September Issue This September, ESSENCE is featuring tennis great, entrepreneur and style icon Serena Williams on the cover in a way that fans have never seen her before! Williams is resplendent from beginning to end in the story, The Future of Serena Williams—from rocking face paint by artist Laolu on the cover, to dazzling fans in designers such as Carolina Herrera, Giuseppe Zanotti, Talbot Runhof, Issey Miyake and more in a gorgeous photo spread shot by photographer Kwaku Alston and styled by ESSENCE Fashion Director Marielle Bobo. “We are beyond ecstatic to have Serena Williams—one of the most photographed women on the planet—to be the muse for our September Global Fashion issue,“ said ESSENCE Chief Content & Creative Officer MoAna Luu. “This issue promises to be one of ESSENCE’s biggest with a fresh new redesign. We also brought the best Black creatives in the world— including visual artist Láolú, who gave us Serena’s stunning face painting for the cover—to present all of the stunning visuals that you see.” The multi-hyphenate wife/mom/ entrepreneur also opens up to ESSENCE

friends and relax, or we may just be walking around the house as a mom. So when we were designing the collection, we wanted to speak to every aspect of that woman...” ON BODY POSITIVITY IN FASHION: We want to be inclusive. We have an extended size, and we call it great because I don’t like the word “plus.” So we call it S Great because every woman is great. Hopefully the word “great” will catch on and people will get rid of the word “plus.” Tennis great, entrepreneur and style icon Serena Williams (pictured) graces the cover of ESSENCE’s September Global Fashion Issue.

Entertainment Director Cori Murray about everything from her upcoming S By Serena New York Fashion Week moment, what she looks for in fashion, the importance of speaking up and freedom. Hear are some of her quotes: ON WHAT SHE LOOKS FOR IN FASHION: “Wow. I love fashion, obviously. It has to connect to me, first of all. I like things that are unusual, but also a little classic. It depends: It could be a crazy pop of color, and it’ll totally get me excited. Or it could be something fresh

I haven’t seen before. Honestly, I can go in any direction. Just depends on how I feel…” ON HER “S BY SERENA” NYFW MOMENT: “Everything that’s on the runway will be ready for sale for 24 hours on September 10th. As far as the clothing, we really wanted to have fun and be confident. It’s kind of like all the aspects of my life. But not just my life, most women’s lives. We have a job, or we have somewhere to go for an event, or we have something more serious that we wanted to dress down for, or we might want to go out with our

ON THE IMPORTANCE OF SPEAKING UP AND FREEDOM: Freedom means standing up and not being afraid to say, ‘I’m here’ or ‘Hear my voice’ or ‘This isn’t what I agreed to’ or ‘This isn’t fair and that isn’t right.’ I’ve done it my whole career. It’s knowing where I’ve come from, knowing my history, in particular, the sport that I’m in. When I first started, there weren’t a lot of people who looked like me. So it was really important to always help other people feel as if this is something they could also be a part of…” The groundbreaking September issue of ESSENCE is on sale now. For more on this story, visit ESSENCE.com.

Survey: Nearly Three in Five U.S. Women Do Not Know There Is a Difference Between Cosmetic Surgeons and Plastic Surgeons A new RealSelf survey conducted online by The Harris Poll reveals 59 percent of women in the U.S. do not know there is a difference between a cosmetic surgeon and a plastic surgeon. Furthermore, more than eight in 10 women (84 percent) in the U.S. are unaware that medical professionals do not have to be board certified in plastic surgery to perform surgical cosmetic procedures such as rhinoplasty or breast augmentation. The report also reveals that a growing number of women are seeking cosmetic treatments for the first time. More than one in four women in the U.S. (26 percent) are currently considering a cosmetic procedure, and nearly three-fourths of those women (73 percent) have never had one in the past. Interest is higher among young adults, with females ages 18–34 nearly two times more likely than those 35 and older to be considering a cosmetic procedure (37 percent vs. 21 percent). “Medical aesthetics is a little like the Wild West, and unfortunately many consumers simply don’t realize the lack of regulation,” said RealSelf Chief Medical Editor Dr. Lara Devgan. “This study highlights some of the most common misconceptions and why it’s so important to do your research. As nonsurgical treatments become more accessible and a wave of people seek procedures for the first time, patients must understand that it’s crucial to use RealSelf to fact-check a doctor’s credentials before booking a treatment.”

How do Plastic Surgeons and Cosmetic Surgeons Differ? More than half of women (59 percent) do not know there is a difference between a cosmetic surgeon and a plastic surgeon. Plastic surgeons and cosmetic surgeons do not receive the same level and duration of training after medical school. In order to be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, surgeons must have at least six years of residency training, while certification from the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery requires only one year. Furthermore, the American Board of Medical Specialties, which is one of the leading organizations overseeing physician board certification in the United States, recognizes the American Board of Plastic Surgery as an official board but not the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery. Women who have an annual household income of $75,000 or more are significantly more likely than those with a household income of less than $75,000 to know that a cosmetic surgeon is not the same as a plastic surgeon (63 percent vs. 54 percent). Who is Allowed to Perform Surgical Cosmetic Procedures? The findings also reveal widespread misunderstanding about the qualifications required to perform cosmetic surgery. More than eight in 10 women (84 percent) in the U.S. are unaware that medical professionals

do not have to be board certified in plastic surgery to perform surgical cosmetic procedures like rhinoplasty or breast augmentation. More than half of women (55 percent) think medical professionals are required to be board certified and about one-third (29 percent) say they don’t know. To add to the confusion, only about one in five (19 percent) women in the U.S. know that a licensed physician can advertise as a cosmetic surgeon, even if they have no formal training in plastic surgery. While confusion about credentials and qualifications is widespread, the report reveals that the majority of consumers still view the decision to move forward with a cosmetic procedure as a serious one. The findings highlight some of the top challenges consumers face when considering a cosmetic procedure. To address these concerns, RealSelf launched RealSelf

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VerifiedSM a first-of-its-kind program that makes it easier for consumers to shop for plastic surgeons and aesthetic providers. RealSelf Verified doctors must meet requirements confirmed by RealSelf, including proper medical licensing, high patient satisfaction ratings, responsive service and commitment to transparency. RealSelf also requires Verified doctors to provide the information most important to consumers on their profiles, including years of experience, hospital privileges, and whether they carry malpractice insurance. They are also required to have before and after photos of their most-performed procedures and list their active board certifications, according to a press release. For more information about RealSelf Verified, visit www.realself.com/find. To learn more about RealSelf data and trends, visit www.realself.com/blog.

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REAL ESTATE AC 8-7-2019 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DITECH FINANCIAL LLC Plaintiff, -v.ARTHUR F TAYLOR Defendants 19 CH 01665 12608 S ADA 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 June 17, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 18, 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 12608 S ADA ST, CALUMET PARK, IL 60827 Property Index No. 25-29-325-045-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $85,556.56. 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

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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 Plaintiff's attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 Please refer to file number LS489. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. 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. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. LS489 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 19 CH 01665 TJSC#: 39-3789 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. I3124223 ________________________________________

AC 8-15-2019 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. PATRICIA LAWSON; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 3090 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 29-06-111-021-0000 (new); 29-06-111-0150000 (old). Commonly known as 13839 Seeley Avenue, Blue Island, Illinois 60406. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 605631890. (630) 453-6960. F17020255 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3128406 ________________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.DESAREA PUGH, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBANDEVELOPMENT Defendants 2017 CH 09711 2208 123RD STREET BLUE ISLAND, IL 60406 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 25, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 12, 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 2208 123RD STREET, BLUE ISLAND, IL 60406 Property Index No. 25-30-133021-0000; 25-30-133-026-0000 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, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE 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 EMail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-10171 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 09711 TJSC#: 39-4991 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 2017 CH 09711 I3128750 ________________________________________

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