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It Must

STOP! Phillip Coleman, Another CPD Victim Beyond

CONCEAL & Carry

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REFORM

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FRONT PAGE By Mary L. Datcher

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Defender Senior Staff Writer After the night of December 12, 2012, Percy Coleman and his family would never look at life the same. On that night, the latest Chicago Police Department video release shows six police officers entering the jail cell of Phillip Coleman – Percy’s son – and repeatedly tasering, choking and dragging him until he is unconscious. Phillip died a short time later. Though the release of the video has drudged up deep emotional wounds for the Coleman family over the past week, Percy Coleman still found the fortitude to recount the circumstances surrounding his son’s death to the Chicago Defender in an in-depth conversation. On that cold winter night in 2012 in the West Pullman community, the husband and father of three arrived at his home only to be met by several Chicago police squads and paramedic vehicles blocking his street. Little did he know that his youngest son, 38-year-old Phillip, was the focal point of the disturbance. Phillip had suffered a mental breakdown and his mother called the police to report that her son attacked her, forcing her to seek safety at a neighbor’s house. All of this was not yet known to Percy Coleman, who has spent almost 40 years in law enforcement as a parole commander for the Illinois Department of Corrections and a former police chief. Percy Coleman recalled: “There were two police cars and one ambulance blocking the street, so I had to go around to get to my house. As I’m going through the alley, I get to a real dark part, the last turn before you go back into the light. I could hear somebody shouting something. “Being in law enforcement, I went as far as I could without thinking somebody might be in trouble – I just didn’t want to stop in the dark, where I had trouble seeing. So I got out of the car and looked back and heard, ‘Dad, Daddy!’ It was my son. He was bopping up and down the alley – a little skip, a little run. I’m thinking, ‘Why is he out here without a coat on?’ It was cold.” The father knew something was wrong, that something was off. The man who was staring back at him looked like his son, but his behavior was different. He was bleeding from his hands and from his mouth and continued to spit out blood. Mr. Coleman says he asked his son what was the matter and that Phillip went to hug him and kiss him on the cheek, but immediately stepped back and said, “You’re not my Dad. Who are you?” He then paused and said, “You’re the devil,” the father recalled. Coleman said his son continued on about the devil and other incoherent things that he couldn’t understand, and then, without any warning, his son hit him so hard that it knocked his glasses off. Not understanding clearly what was going with his son, Coleman proceeded to his car to regain his composure, and locked the doors. “He came over to the car and as I was pulling off, he kicked the side window and it shattered,” Percy Coleman continued. “I didn’t know what was going on. I drove back towards the ambulance and the police cars. I told the ambulance driver that I needed some help.

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Phillip Coleman’s Father: Release the Full Video “‘I think my son is losing his mind,’” Coleman remembers saying, adding that the paramedic responded they weren’t there to treat his son; they were there to treat the woman who was hurt. At the time, Coleman didn’t know the woman was his wife, Phillip’s mother. That night was the last time they both would see their youngest son alive.

Whirlwind Of Confusion

With the help of a neighbor, Phillip was restrained by his father in order to prevent police officers from using deadly force. In his erratic behavior, Phillip was making sounds like an airplane, with his arms spread out in a flying position. He stopped in the middle of their street and with his hands on his hips, stared at everyone. “He said, ‘Now what are you going to do, shoot me?’” his father recalls. Immediately, Percy Coleman turned around and saw police officers drawing their guns and pointing them at his son. Holding up his hands, he yelled, “Wait, wait! You can’t shoot him!”

Coleman said, “A Black female officer replied, ‘I’m going to shoot him if he doesn’t follow my orders.’ I asked her, ‘Who are you going to shoot if he doesn’t understand what you’re saying? He’s clearly out of his mind.’” After pleading with a higher ranking police officer on the scene to have his son taken to Jackson Park Hospital instead of the local police station due to his mental behavior, Coleman was denied and was told that his son had spat on the female officer. They eventually got Phillip into a squad vehicle and he was driven to the 111th Street police zstation at Calumet District. In the meantime, Percy Coleman checked on his wife. “The first thing out of her mouth was, ‘How is Phillip?’” said Mr. Coleman. “She didn’t want to press charges.” For the next 16 hours, Percy Coleman maintained that he was in a whirlwind of disarray, confusion and inconvenience caused by the police. “I received no courtesy,” Coleman said. “I’m a 34th Ward committeeman. I used to go over there to help them with their community piece,” he said of the 111th Street police station. See Coleman, Page 07

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POLITICS Robert Starks Defender Contributing Writer

The word “reform” is defined by Dictionary. com as “improvement or amendment of what is wrong, corrupt, unsatisfactory, i.e., social reform.” Another definition is “an improvement or change for the better, especially as a result of correction of legal or political abuses or malpractices.” The major question facing the Black community and the protesters since the Laquan McDonald murder tape release is, will “reform” be enough by itself, or is there a consensus to fight for change that goes beyond “reform.” Historically, Chicago has been through many civic, social and governmental “reforms” since its incorporation in 1837; however, political corruption and institutional racism have continued. Some critics would argue that these two evils have become even more pervasive because they have never been disentangled. In fact, political corruption that is enabled by a one-party dominant political system in Chicago and Cook County serves as the canopy under which systematic racism survives and is perpetuated. Because of the Democratic Party’s domination in the city and the county, policy, governmental arrangements and government officials both elected and appointed are controlled by the party bosses. These party bosses work at the consent of the business and financial giants on LaSalle Street. This business-political arrangement justifies its claims of non-racism by the fact that it has under its banner the largest number of Black elected and appointed government officials of any big city and county in the nation. Yet, systematic racist practices at every level continue to plague Black people. Racial economic, social and political inequalities abound. The execution of Laquan McDonald is simply the tip of the iceberg. Police abuse and the execution of Blacks are simply policemen’s understanding of their roles as centurions to keep Blacks in their place. The ardent protesters and their supporters, especially the younger

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Real Change Beyond “Reform” ones, understand this connection and it strengthens their determination to push the system beyond mere “reform.” In Chicago, reform becomes the front for the maintenance of the status quo. Reform yields new faces and new titles while preserving the system of corruption, inequality, and racism. This is why protesters turned a deaf ear to Rahm’s speech, which included a personal apology and “reform” measures. They firmly believe that even if Rahm was sincere in stating his case, none of his reforms will address the systemic changes needed. When asked their reaction to the mayor’s speech and the next step, demonstrators assembled at City Hall and one activist, J. R. Fleming, declared, “We are here to see justice for Laquan, we aren’t going anywhere!” These protesters have vowed to keep the demonstrations going until they have seen changes that go beyond reform.

Calls For A Complete Change Retired policewoman and former head of the Afro-American Patrolmen League, Pat Hill, says that mere “reform” is not enough.

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“We need a complete change in the police department and in the city administration,” Hill maintains. “Clearly, if we are going to see real change beyond reform, we must keep the pressure on City Hall and the entire administration, including the City Council.

“In Chicago, “reform” yields new faces and new titles while preserving the system of corruption, inequality, and racism.” “We must always remember the teachings of Dr. John Henrik Clarke, who said that the powerful have never and will never teach the powerless how to gain power. We have to take it!” Angie Drobnic Holan, editor of PolitiFact, a political fact-checking website, wrote the headline in a story for the New York Times this past Sun-

day that said, “All Politicians Lie. Some Lie More Than Others.” The reaction of many demonstrators and Black voters is that Mayor Emanuel was deceitful, if not lying, in his speech last week. On Thursday after the speech, I encountered a middle-class Black woman at the entry of the Hyde Park Treasure Island grocery store. She picked up a copy of the Chicago Sun-Times that had a photo of Rahm on the cover, turned to me and said, “He looks like he is crying – faker, faker, I am glad that we caught him in his lies!” Clearly, a large proportion of Black voters have dismissed Rahm’s declaration that he did not see the Laquan McDonald execution video until it became public, and that he did not conspire to delay its release until after his primary election.

A List Of Demands Trust and confidence in the mayor and his administration have severely diminished. Polls taken after the speech underscore this reality. All of these factors necessitate change that exceeds reform. Therefore, the Black community has issued the following demands:

• The Department of Justice investigation of the Chicago Police Department and its practices must expand to include Mayor Emanuel and his office, the Corporation Counsel’s office, and the role of the Cook County State’s Attorney. • Appoint an independent prosecutor for the Jason Van Dyke murder case of Laquan McDonald and all of the remaining cases. • Immediately release all the videos that involve the killing of Blacks by Chicago policemen. • Answer the question of why Chicago police can turn off the sound on their car camcorders and their body cams without consequence. • Have the Department of Labor investigate the Fraternal Order of Police’s labor contract to determine its constitutionality. • The Department of Justice must investigate the municipal and county court systems to determine the constitutionality of the manner in which judges are assigned to cases involving police misconduct and killings of Blacks, and the manner in which Blacks are often excluded from juries. • The Department of Justice must investigate the constitutionality of financial settlements of cases involving the killing of Blacks by police to circumvent court trials. It is important that the state legislature pass the mayoral recall legislation recently presented by Reps. LaShawn Ford and Mary Flowers; that State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez either resigns or is defeated in the primary election on March 15, 2016; and that Mayor Emanuel either resigns or carries out some of the reforms that he has announced. These moves in and of themselves are not enough to change the reality of blatant and rampant racism in what is often referred to as “Crook County” and “Chi-Raq.” But “reform” has never eradicated systematic institutional racism in this country and it never will. “Reform” can be symbolically compared to Play-Doh, which is formed and re-formed and re-shaped in hundreds of different images and forms, yet remains the same material. Black Chicago is calling for revolutionary social and structural change in the governmental institutions in this city, county and state…not just more of the same with different faces.

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Robert S. Abbott (Founder) 1905 – 1940 John H. Sengstacke (Publisher) 1940 – 1983 Frederick D. Sengstacke (Publisher) 1983 – 2000

E NOTES By Kai EL’Zabar

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Our Past Has Led To Our Present Growing up Black in America is certainly interesting, especially going to school learning history and noting that you are conspicuously absent throughout, except for the role of slave. Slavery is usually described as an amoral, but cheap labor system. That description, however, leaves out all the gore and horrific details of the physical, emotional and psychological abuse that has led to the continuous terror attacks upon Blacks that are not recorded in traditional American history books. The Civil War is held in high regard because it announced America’s return to sanity with the abolishment of slavery. After that, rare sprinkles of Blacks show up throughout the history books, but even then, their contribution is reduced. The total disregard for Black life and unashamed racist acts against Blacks and the impact upon them are barely discussed and dismissed as having

any real significance in relations to the current state of African-American affairs. The Black experience is treated as a series of events rather than a pathology endured. This is of significant importance. To understand what exactly it is that we are dealing with today demands a look at the impact of slavery upon us at every level. Generations and generations of The Race have survived seeking to advance and transform our circumstances. To do so, education is held high. First, because it was denied to slaves and therefore recognized as an asset of extreme value. There was a reason slave masters forbade Blacks from learning to read and write, the same as there was in forbidding Blacks to vote. It is necessary to recognize and make the connection. Education included possessing a skill. Second, education took into account land ownership, thus the importance of the 40 acres that were promised to freed slaves, yet never awarded. Third, education represented freedom. Education/knowledge, skills and land are the foundations of a strong nation and the longer Blacks lived in the new world, the more they understood the value of each.

The Total Control Of Slavery There is a tendency to think of slavery as an economically backward and inefficient institution. Not true. It is a misconception to think that slave labor was mostly unskilled work lacking the use of intellect. The cultivation of cotton, tobacco, rice and sugar required careful, painstaking effort and knowledge to yield bountiful crops. On larger plantations, masters relied on slave carpenters, bricklayers, blacksmiths, wheelwrights, tanners, tailors, butchers, masons, cabinetmakers, metal workers, and silversmiths. By 1850, there were 1.2 million slaves living in the South, where they

worked in textile mills, iron works, tobacco factories, laundries and shipyards. Other slaves labored as lumberjacks, as deckhands on riverboats, and in sawmills, gristmills, and quarries. Many slaves were engaged in the construction of roads and railroads. So there was nothing backward about it except the inhumane treatment of those who slaved, as the young, old, healthy, and physically impaired, and children as young as three or four, were forced to work 15 to 16 hours days. In fact, sugar and cotton plantations were the most innovative economic units of their time in terms of labor management and organization. They foreshadowed the assembly line and the factory system in their reliance on close supervision and division of tasks.

Between the ages of seven and 12, Black children were forced into intensive fieldwork. Older or physically handicapped slaves were put to work in cloth houses, spinning cotton, weaving cloth, and making clothes. The point is, every slave was used to serve the master’s needs. And since there was no direct economic benefit to the slaves to work hard, slave masters combined harsh penalties with some positive reinforcements. Chains and shackles were widely used to control runaways. Whipping was a key part of plantation discipline. Still, physical pain alone was not enough to elicit hard work. So some masters gave slaves small garden plots and permitted them to sell their produce, etc. Tricks were given, but there were no treats, no matter how it looked.

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Disruption Of The Family Slave marriages and family ties were not recognized by American law. Any owner was free to sell husbands from wives, parents from children, and brothers from sisters. Many slaveholders had numerous plantations and frequently shifted slaves, purposely splitting families in the process. The most conservative estimates indicate that at least 10 to 20 percent of slave marriages were destroyed by sale. The sale of children from parents was even more common. As a result of the sale or death of a father or mother, over a third of all slave children grew up in households from which one or both parents were absent. And if you don’t think that this

“The Black experience is treated as a series of events rather than a pathology endured. This is of significant importance to understand what exactly it is that we are dealing with today.”

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1. Prejudice and racism in all of its forms must be eliminated and destroyed. 2. R acial profiling and police brutality must be removed from police practices. 3. R eparations, or remediation, must be the final chapter in the arduous ordeal of slavery and legal segregation. 4. O pportunities for inclusion and advancement in all unions must be unrestricted.

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has affected The Race, you’d best think again. All this is said to address the lack of knowledge in context to why we are the way we are now. It’s complex. And there’s so much more. It’s necessary to realize that when we look at what’s going on now and when our children ask, why? The Generation Xer’s really thought that it was all about money, that race played no role, no part in the game of life. And yet today on December 16, 2015, we find ourselves faced with the question of why we see so many cases of White police officers killing unarmed Black men and getting away with it. Why? The answers are in the protest banners of truth, “Black Lives Matter.” If it’s necessary to say it, then apparently to some, Black lives do not matter.

Terrorized From Then Until Now One of the primary reasons the Civil War was fought was over the slavery issue. The South remained a predominantly agrarian economy while the North became an industrialized economy. Different cultures and political beliefs evolved and developed. This led to political and ethical differences. Though President Abe Lincoln is credited with freeing the slaves with the signing of his Emancipation Proclamation, this was possible thanks to the writings, demonstrations and work of many abolitionists. Frederick Douglass, a Black man, was perhaps the most recognized abolitionist of the antebellum period. In meetings Douglass had with Lincoln, he made it

clear to the President that, “as long as the South had slaves, the North would have a problem because (the South) had free labor and therefore greater wealth.” Let’s be clear that the emancipation of slaves was not done for Lincoln’s love of people or his great sense of humanity; rather it was for the economic success of a united States of America. Had Lincoln really wanted to make a change, he would have corrected the Constitution where it read that each slave was counted as 3/5th of a man. He would have changed it to each Black is a fully measured man. To tie this directly to now – Blacks were an immensely skilled group of people whether they were formally educated or not; literate or not they had valuable skills before and following the Civil War. Blacks were not lazy, as the myths indicate. They worked hard and thirsted for knowledge. Black men are not monsters. Blacks were denied equal opportunities. They were terrorized from the moment they were transported by ship to America as slaves until today as the terror continues in 2016. Blacks live in constant fear of their lives. You want to really know why the Black police have not spoken up? They know that out of their uniform they can be victimized just like the next Black man, and they have been. Ask any Black man what runs through his mind when pulled over by the police on a dark night. Ask Black youths why the police kill people that look like them. And when they tell you because he or she ain’t sh--, then you will get that they don’t think their lives matter. It’s been programmed into the psyche. Living under terror is oppressive, suppressive and emotionally and psychologically damaging to a people. The Race has lived under such since 1619 in America and though much has changed in appearance, much has remained the same. But know this, we have accomplished much given the circumstances from which we have come. Our circumstances are comparable to any American mass shootings or bombings that cause post-traumatic stress and call for immediate response from clergy, therapists, councilors, psychologists etc., Those one-time instances are hardly as traumatic as forever being Black in America. To be told all your life that when you complain of racism you are “playing the race card,” is the worst offense. It denies your reality. So the next time a White police officer shoots an unarmed Black man and says he feared for his life, understand that he’s playing the “feared for his life card,” and that it is accepted. www.chicagodefender.com

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Coleman, continued from Page 2

“All I wanted to do was see my son. I asked them if I could talk to him. I was told that he was sleeping and they didn’t want to wake him up.” He said front desk personnel informed him that a state’s attorney prosecutor would arrive. After speaking with a detective and an unsuccessful attempt by the detective to convince the commander to transfer Phillip Coleman to receive medical help, Mr. Coleman was instructed to appear in bond court the following afternoon at 26th and California. He eagerly arrived at the courthouse that next afternoon prepared to take care of his son and get him the proper medical attention. But his son’s name was never called because Phillip never made the trip.

others. I knew what they were going to say. My son was dead. Two days later, we find out that my son died at four o’clock. They didn’t tell me he was dead until 7 p.m. that evening.” His voice trembled strong with anger. “They strung me along throughout this process. I’m not letting Roseland Hospital get away with this, either.” According to the hospital, Phillip Coleman died from a bad reaction from a sedative given to him upon his arrival. The Coleman family disputes these claims. Almost three years after Phillip’s death, public pressure from the dashcam video release of Laquan McDonald’s murder by Chicago police forced the department to release snippets of Phillip Coleman’s incarceration.

At The Hospital

While Percy Coleman was being told by a Cook County sheriff’s officer that his son was not on the list of detainees, his son was being transported to Roseland Hospital. After receiving a phone call from his oldest son’s best friend, Mr. Coleman rushed back to the 111th Street police station to be told by the front desk that he could find his son at Roseland. Coleman recalled the scene when he arrived at the hospital: “When I got there, they said Philip allegedly had been fighting the police officers and the hospital staff. They said they had him in a room – working on him. I didn’t know what ‘working’ on him meant. I could hear the respirator,” Coleman said. After insisting on seeing his son, the hospital staff allowed him to see Phillip, who was breathing with the help of a respirator. He was told they had to clean him up – ice him down. Later, he was told they were getting rid of the taser marks and bruises on his body. Coleman said, “He had been tasered approximately 25 times and they beat him with batons. By this time, it was approximately 3 p.m.” As he signed paperwork to allow the medical staff to give his son the proper care he thought they were administering, Mr. Coleman saw a peculiar scene. “This one nurse kept sending an aide to ask a doctor if she could do this procedure or administer that medication. The aide kept coming back and forth on what she could do or could not do. By this time, it was 4 p.m.,” Coleman says. Having been there a while, Coleman originally stepped out to get something to eat, but sensing something, he turned back around into the hospital. He was told that Phillip was going through a “code blue,” requiring the medical team to perform resuscitative efforts due to the patient going into cardiac arrest. But the staff resisted his efforts to see his son, Coleman says. Eventually, he was led to a private room. “They all come in looking sad,” he remembers. “I’ve been through this before – not for my family, but for www.chicagodefender.com

“The Chicago Police Department will never change themselves internally. They can’t. They’re not going to give up that kind of power.” “I saw the tape when the public first saw it that night on television,” Coleman said. “My lawyer had some form of the tape, but none of us had viewed it. I never sat down and looked at it. It was the short part when they brought Phillip into the station under the sheet.” Coleman insisted that his son was fully clothed when he was put into the squad car, but in the video, only his boxer shorts and one sock was shown. “I’m on 127th Street and from my house to the jail (on 111th Street), what happened to his clothes?” Coleman wondered. “They did something to him before he got into that building. I want the entire video. They didn’t tell us they were releasing it. I want folks to be outraged at how we’ve been treated.” The family has been approached to settle, but Mr. Coleman has turned down any attempts of not going to trial. “I could’ve took some money,” he said. “But if they are so smart, then let’s go to court because I think I have something to tell.”

F ather And Son Of Achievement

Percy Coleman is a graduate of Chicago State University, where he earned a law enforcement degree. He served as Chief of Police for the south suburban townships of Robbins and Ford Heights and eventually became the Commander of Police for the Chicago

Housing Authority (CHA). He’s a veteran of countless situations in his time in law enforcement – gang wars, domestic disputes, and he’s crossed paths with some of the most dangerous elements as a law enforcement officer. Coleman says he doesn’t see the same dedication to service and commitment from some police officers today and claims that working with key leaders in the CHA in the 1980s and ’90’s made a difference in improving community policing. “That was the best training that I’ve had,” Coleman said. “We did real community policing with the residents. After 50 years, CHA was no longer the most troubled public housing in the United States. We got them off of that list because of our police prowess. “We got them off because we had to work with the residents. We have to mention people like Dr. Carol Adams and Gil Walker, who handled positive sports programs such as the Midnight Basketball league and 16-inch softball games. Some may think that’s not important, but (those activities) kept folks out of trouble.” As we sat there going over what happened according to Mr. Coleman’s recollection of that fateful December night three years ago, the photos on the walls of his office told the story of a man who takes pride in his children, community and public service. A photo of Phillip Coleman stands out on his wall. Mr. Coleman spoke of HOSPICE, a program his son led that included other educators and ministers who traveled to Africa a few years ago. Phillip earned his graduate degree in political science and later his MBA in public health from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and he built an extended network of friends beyond the United States. “He had over a 1,000 preachers in the U.S. working with him, including Rev. Jeremiah Wright and Rev. Jesse Jackson,” Percy Coleman said of his son. “This young man wasn’t a thug. He wasn’t a gang member. He didn’t sling drugs. “He was caught up in the system, the night he had his breakdown,” his father mused. “The system was beginning to wear him down. I didn’t see it. I didn’t take time to look at his pain.” Coleman said that his son, recently divorced, had returned home to help with the family business while maintaining his job. He was under tremendous pressure, according to his father.

ing to his death. Jackson urged supporters to push forward for the release of the full video. “Two years after this incident, the Illinois Police Review Authority (IPRA) never interviewed the police officers,” Percy Coleman said. “They are supposed to be unbiased. They came to my house a couple of weeks after my son’s death and interviewed me and my wife, but they never interviewed the police officers.” He said he didn’t find that out until deposition hearings when his attorney asked IPRA representatives about it. With the Black community in an uproar over the latest findings of po-

lice misconduct and cover-up, this all comes as no surprise to the Coleman family. Their world has been rocked and the demand for the resignations of both Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez and Mayor Rahm Emanuel will not bring their son back. “Just marching can’t be the only plan that we have – shutting down streets,” Coleman insists. “It’s got to be something more than this. I want to see a civilian overview board for the Chicago Police Department because they will never change themselves internally. They can’t. They’re not going to give up that kind of power.”

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Appearing on the Rainbow/PUSH Saturday morning broadcast recently, Percy Coleman addressed the crowd of PUSH members and visitors, along with Rev. Jesse Jackson, Bishop Tavis Grant, and Coleman’s oldest son. With strong conviction, they demanded the release of the entire video of Phillip Coleman’s ordeal in jail leadTHE CHICAGO DEFENDER • December 16 - 22, 2015 07

LOCAL NEWS Ken Hare Defender Staff Writer The Chicago Defender in a three-part series is examining Illinois’ Concealed Carry Act, its implications and effects since its inception, and how it impacts the Black community. In particular, we will look at the rollout of the law from start to finish and bring you fresh insights and the latest developments on the issue. Looking at both sides of the debate, the pro-gun and anti-gun proponents, we’ll talk to the legislators who crafted the law and the single-parent householders and grandparents who currently own a firearm or are thinking about owning one in light of today’s societal changes. No matter what side of the debate you fall on, one thing is clear; this is a topic that touches everyone’s life whether you own a gun or not. In the past, the Black community has not taken a deeper look to begin to understand the dynamics surrounding this topic and how it fits into the overall protection and destruction of our community. The history of Illinois’ concealed-carry law is a long and drawn out convolution that eventually paved the way and set the stage for where we are today.

To begin with, up to 2012, throughout most of the continental United States, the Second Amendment, which protects the right to bear arms, was recognized by every state except Illinois. It wasn’t until Mary Shepard, a White down-state Illinois resident, sued Attorney General Lisa Madigan over that right that things began to change. What prompted the suit was Shepard, a then 69-year-old church treasurer and Leona Mount, her 76-year-old co-worker, both being savagely beaten and left for dead in a 2009 attack by Willis Bates, a six-foot-three, 245-pound White man. Shepard, with the assistance of the Second Amendment Foundation, filed suit in 2011 in U.S. District Court seeking an injunction barring Lisa Madigan from enforcing the sections of the Illinois state statutes that prohibit public-carry of a loaded, functional firearm. The suit was dismissed by Judge William D. Stiehl on March 30, 2012. In his findings, the judge noted that previous cases, along with Shepard’s, “failed to address the specific assertion of the plaintiffs that the right to keep and bear arms outside one’s own home is a ‘core’ protection of the Second Amendment.” Shepard and the Second Amendment Foundation immediately appealed to the

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Looking at Concealed-Carry In Illinois: Part One Of A Series

Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Oral arguments were heard on June 8, 2012 and a verdict was reached on December 11, 2012. In a 2-to-1 decision, the Appellate Court not only reversed the District Court’s decision and ordered the District Court to find Illinois’ ban on concealed-carry to be unconstitutional, but it also ordered a permanent injunction against such a ban and gave the state legislature 180 days to craft a new law. Meanwhile, in the City of Chicago, Otis McDonald, a 76-year-old retiree who lived in Morgan Park since 1971, had been the victim of five burglaries to his home and garage, according to media reports. A devoted huntsman, Mr. McDonald legally owned rifles, but viewed them as cumbersome to protect the home; he preferred a handgun for that task for safety and convenience. The City of Chicago had a law requiring all firearms to be registered, but had refused any registrations starting in 1982, when a ban on handguns went into effect across the city. McDonald, along with three other plaintiffs, filed suit in the District Court against the City of Chicago and Oak Park to repeal that ban on June 26, 2008. When the District Court ruled against him, he appealed and that appeal was denied by the Illinois Appellate Court on June 2, 2009.

So McDonald appealed again, to the U.S. Supreme Court this time, where his case was heard and decided in his favor on June 28, 2010. Thus, Chicago’s long-standing ban on handgun ownership was struck down and residents could begin to legally own firearms in Chicago. Rep. Brandon Phelps, a downstate Democrat, introduced House Bill 997 on January 29, 2013 in response to the Appellate Court’s ruling in Shepard’s case. Under the proposal, applicants must be 21 years old and hold a Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) card. They would be required to undergo four hours of training on topics including: “basic principles of marksmanship, care and cleaning of handguns, and laws relating to the justifiable use of force.” They would also have to pass a live-fire exercise with a certified instructor. A database of applicant information would be accessible to law enforcement officials. Statistical information about licenses applied for by demographic, such as race, age, gender or geographic location, would be available to the public. However, information about specific applicants would be exempt from the Freedom of Information Act. (Next week: Looking at implications and effects of the law.)

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MOVIES

Sylvester Stalone and Michael B. Jordan star in Creed

Movie Review: CREED Dwight Brown NNPA News Wire Film Critic “Why would you pick a fighter’s life if you didn’t have to,” asks the old, retired ex-boxer Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone). He would know. The life, it ain’t easy. Yet as he stares into the eyes of Apollo Creed’s son Adonis (Michael B. Jordan), somewhere inside he knows the answer. His reservations and the young man’s unbridled fighting spirit are the push-and-pull that drive this surprisingly compelling film that’s a descendant of Rocky, the highest grossing film of 1976 and winner of an Oscar for Best Picture. Forty years later, a pugilist’s story is still a draw. Sylvester Stallone has written six Rocky films. The difference with this chapter is that the idea, story and script is the brainchild of the very bright and innovative writer/director Ryan Coogler, who won a bevy of awards for his directing debut of Fruitvale Station. The creation of the character Adonis “Creed” Johnson came from a very organic place for Coogler. He’d watched the entire series with his dad. His co-screenwriter Aaron Covington had a similar experience. Together they tapped into the old school formula and gave it a fresh urban twist. They’ve hatched a tale of hope filled with vibrant people, an engaging storyline and dialogue that feels real and understated. As an orphaned kid, Adonis Johnson (Alex Henderson) gets busted for fistfights in a Los Angeles juvenile detention center almost daily. One day a mysterious woman, Mary Anne Creed (Phylicia Rashad), comes to visit. He has no idea who she is. He’s shocked when he finds out she was the wife of his father Apollo Creed, and that Adonis was the result of an affair the former boxing champ had with a younger woman. Adonis goes home with Mary Anne. He lives a privileged life in L.A., growing into a young man with opportunities and promotions aplenty at an office job. Yet, something doesn’t feel right. Against his surrogate mom’s wishes, Adonis heads to Philadelphia. He looks up a friend of his father’s, the slightly washed up ex-world heavyweight champion Rocky Balboa. Rocky has retired; he owns a restaurant. Adonis implores the ex-champ to train him in the sport of boxing. Balboa declines. Adonis wears him down. Meanwhile Adonis has moved into an apartment. He clashes with his noisy downstairs neighbor Bianca (Tessa Thompson, Dear White People), a singer. After a testy introduction, discord turns into infatuation, friendship and a romance. Though he’d done some unsanctioned boxing in Tijuana, Mexico, Adonis has more ambition than technique and experience. Regardless, it isn’t long before he has his first legit fight. He wins and is outed as Creed’s son. That notoriety brings him the chance to fight an unbeaten British boxer, “Pretty” Ricky Conlan (former three-time ABA Heavyweight Champion Anthony Bellew), who is looking for an easy fight and a

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big payday. It will be a highly visible match in Liverpool, England. Is the novice ready for the big time? When the movie opens, there is nothing out of the ordinary, just very everyday stuff. That isn’t by accident. Coogler prefers stark realism to theatrics. That technique is what left audiences weeping during the final credits of Fruitvale Station. It takes time for Adonis to find his way, to sort out the anger he feels as an illegitimate son, to forge a relationship with Bianca and Rocky, who become his extended family. He is vexed by the privileges of his birthright. When Mary Anne tells him, “You are your father’s son,” he shudders, later confessing, “I’m afraid of taking on the name and losing.” Bianca steers him to his destiny, “You are Apollo Creed’s son. Use the name, it’s yours.” Adonis struggles. The elder Rocky faces health issues. Bianca has her own challenges. They are misfits. Imperfect people. You stayed glued to their personal dramas. That’s the mark of intuitive screenwriting. As you get more and more involved with the characters, the charm of this movie sneaks up on you like a left hook. Coogler knows how to get great performances out of Jordan. Jordan, an accomplished young actor, knows how to give the director every emotion he seeks. Fear. Anger. Sadness. Joy. You never question Adonis’ feelings. They are authentic. Plus Jordan has chiseled his body into a cut, muscular physique. He looks like an explosive boxer. Tessa Thompson as Bianca, the angel who pulls Adonis through to the other side, is vibrant, urban, hip and sweet. Conversely, Anthony Bellew as the flippant Conlan is as beastly as Mike Tyson just before he bit off Evander Holyfield’s ear. The big surprise is that Sylvester Stallone gives the most compelling and truthful performance of his career. Nothing over the top. Nothing unbelievable. Rocky has lost a couple of steps; his energy is low. He’s a senior citizen trying to get by, living vaguely off the past. No wife. Few friends. No glory. He’s wrinkled. His hair is gray. He has given in to old age. This is a marked departure from the eternally young-looking Stallone you see on the red carpet, a diehard who looks like he’s chasing his youth. Now, he’s stripped down and raw, like Mickey Rourke was as Randy “The Ram” Robinson in The Wrestler. Stallone deserves an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Ditto Jordan for Best Actor. Credit director of photography Maryse Alberti (The Wrestler), production designer Hannah Beachler, and costume designers Emma Potter and Antoinette Messam for making the visuals look simple and blue collar. Editors Michael P. Shawver and Claudia Castello cut the fat and leave the lean. When you step into the theater to watch this boxing movie, don’t look for Rocky. Yes, you’ll see and feel remnants of that spirit. But Creed is its own story. Its own franchise. It’s the rebellious son that wandered out on its own. For that reason, Baby Boomers and Millennials both will dig it. Visit NNPA News Wire Syndicated Film Critic Dwight Brown at DwightBrownInk.com

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POLITICS Mary L. Datcher Defender Senior Staff Writer

It’s been nearly six years since Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle took over the Executive Chief seat of the largest county in the Midwest and the third largest in the United States. Having previously served for nearly 20 years as the 4th Ward Alderman and Committeewoman, she

is the second most powerful public official in the City of Chicago – only a slim margin behind Mayor Rahm Emanuel. Her diligence, discipline and hardcore work ethics have created a new culture for doing business within the county. In her 2009 election for Cook County Board President, Preckwinkle ran a non-stop campaign focusing on the penny surcharge tax increase proposed and passed by former President Todd Stroger. The unpopular move immediately reminded Cook County taxpayers of the woes of another tax increase.

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Preckwinkle won the Board President seat, becoming the second African-American woman to hold the position (behind Bobbie Steele, who was appointed for four months after then-President John Stroger suffered a stroke) and the first female public official elected to the office. According to the Civic Federation, Preckwinkle was met with a $285 million budget deficit, a health system on life support, and a broken criminal justice system that was considered one of the worse in the country. She rolled back Stroger’s one-penny tax increase to many taxpayers’ satisfaction, but it’s been a small band-aid for a bigger budget wound. Now, the county’s fiscal year 2015 forecast is for a $168.9 million budget deficit. The former history teacher went into action executing one of the biggest overhauls in Cook County history. It involved job layoffs, consolidating positions, instituting mandatory employee furloughs and streamlining an ongoing history of patronage hiring.

aking Justice M More Equitable

One of her biggest challenges has been the county’s criminal justice system, where close to 89 percent of African-American and Hispanic inmates occupy Cook County jails. “The jails in this country are at the intersection of ‘racism’ and ‘poverty’. They are full of Black and Brown and poor people,” Preckwinkle, not one to mince words, told the Chicago Defender

“There is a profound racism that continues to plague us. This means that our jails are filled with people of color.” She began to make aggressive moves in bringing this to the forefront of her administration. “We worked with the actors in the criminal justice arena from March 2011 to August 2013. Everybody agreed that we had too many people accused of nonviolent crimes awaiting the disposition of cases in jail – everybody agreed to this,” Preckwinkle said. “Yet, in August of 2013, we were still at 10,000 people in jail despite that commitment from everyone.” The lack of movement prompted Preckwinkle to write to the Supreme Court requesting assistance with the dysfunctional system in place. Preckwinkle admitted, “The court was not happy with me, but two months later, they brought all the

actors to the table to talk about what’s happening in our criminal justice system. We’ve been meeting on a regular basis since November 2013. “That’s two years now. The jail population is now down to 8,200 on a daily basis and that is because fewer people accused of non-violent crimes are in our jail. That’s about an 18 percent reduction and we’re working together with all of the actors in the criminal justice arena to try to get support from the MacArthur Foundation. We’re part of their initiative.” (Cook County is in the running out of 20 communities applying to receive up to $2 million for up to two years from MacArthur in helping to reduce the number of people in the jails.)

bout The State’s A Attorney

Preckwinkle doesn’t make any bones over her disappointment in working with Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez, noting that it has become a difficult task working with Alvarez’s office to put in place criminal justice reform initiatives. “Regarding policing in the City of Chicago in our neighborhoods, there is a profound racism that continues to plague us. This means that our jails are filled with people of color,” Preckwinkle said. “In our efforts to try to reform the criminal justice system, we’ve had to fight the State’s Attorney’s Office all along. She’s resisted our efforts to try to have more reasonable bonds for people so that ordinary people can pay them.” www.chicagodefender.com

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in a recent sit-down interview. “I’ve made criminal justice reform one of the hallmarks of my administration. It’s something I’ve been working on since I walked in the door. Usually, I talk about it in kind of a macro sense. We live in a country that has five percent of the world’s population, but 25 percent of the people in jail or prison in the entire world.”

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POLITICS CONT. At a press conference of African-American community leaders and public officials including the Black Aldermanic Caucus, Preckwinkle publicly endorsed her former chief of staff, Kim Foxx, in the Cook County State’s Attorney race against Alvarez in the March 2016 primary. “Kim has an intimate knowledge of the State’s Attorney’s Office, having served there for 12 years and then four years before that in the Public Guardian’s office,” Preckwinkle said. “As a result of her experience in the State Attorney’s office, we focused on the juvenile justice initiative around adult transfers – transferring juveniles out of the juvenile justice system into the adult system. That legislation we passed goes into effect in January. It’s due to (Kim’s) knowledge and insight that we’re able to be successful at that.”

I mprovement In Healthcare

In addition to criminal justice, the state of healthcare in the county is of crucial importance to Preckwinkle.

“Cook County taxpayers contributed $121 million to the healthcare system to cover the costs of the operations. When I entered office in 2010, over $400 million was being paid to the healthcare system,” Preckwinkle says. “That has substantially declined due to efficiencies in our healthcare system and the influx of federal dollars through the Affordable Care Act program.” She noted that for the first time in the county’s history, in 2014, the healthcare system served more insured people than uninsured people. “We have 170,000 people in our Cook County Care program. We ramped it up, and as a result, the composition of our patient population in our hospital and clinics changed,” Preckwinkle explained. “Prior to 2014, about 70 percent were uninsured and 30 percent were insured. Now it’s 70 percent insured and 30 percent uninsured. So it’s flipped because people have access to the Medicaid expansion program.”

aking The Hard M Decisions

Although she enters 2016 with a new county budget passed, the challenges of what’s going on in Springfield, a $6.5 billion unfunded pension, and decades of budget mismanagement from previous administrations have pegged Preckwinkle as the “cleaner” – she identifies the problem, assassinates the target, and cleans up without a trace. “The city is in terrible financial shape because there was unwillingness to address the tough financial issues over

decades. The same is true of the state. Those of us in executive offices now have to make these really difficult decisions. This is the result of long-standing unwillingness, denial, inattention and inactivity,” Preckwinkle says. “I’m grateful for the members of the Board of Commissioners that recognize this difficult task. Now, we’re just playing catch up. We had to increase the sales tax because that was the only way we were going to get the resources to address our pension crisis. As a steward for county government, I have to meet our obligations and sometimes you have to make difficult decisions.” Preckwinkle has a long-standing relationship within the Hyde Park/Kenwood community and often has been criticized for giving preferential treatment to constituents and businesses that have supported her throughout the years. She has also had her alliance with the Black community questioned. Although a great deal of votes have come from this area, Preckwinkle believes that working with the communities outside the Hyde Park community in her

former ward is the primary reason for her success in public service. “I spent most of my 19 years as alderman working to rebuild communities outside of Hyde Park and Kenwood. I came to Chicago when I was 18; I was elected when I was 43,” she says. “I worked very hard to rebuild those neighborhoods, so when you’re alderman, you’re sort of like a mayor of a small town. People hold you responsible for the safety of the streets, the quality of the schools, even the shopping environments.” With a tough job ahead of her and the majority of the Board of Cook Commissioners in support, Preckwinkle takes it one day at a time. “I feel blessed to have the job that I have,” she says. “The county touches people through public health and public safety. I feel that I’m the right person in the right place, and that’s affirming and satisfying.” Outside of her job, one of the secret joys for this grandmother of three is spending time with her grandkids on weekends, as well as antique shopping and soaking in the beauty of the area’s museums and zoos.

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HEALTH

Stay Slim During The Holidays Eleana Elan Defender Contributing Writer Listen,we’re already in it— the holiday season, but you can still manage your diet. Let’s examine how your favorite foods can actually help you lose.

Diets Don’t Have to Be So Strict

Forbidding certain foods can backfire. The concept to apply, is to eat what you like in moderation. Don’t deny yourself because in a moment of weakness you will most likely not only eat what you’ve been denying yourself but are likely to over indulge and or binge. If you crave chocolate then eat it but do so moderately. Portions are critical. The real key to weight loss is to watch portions and choose quality, nutrient-rich foods.

Bread

Slim-Down Effect Bread contains carbohydrates, which boost brain chemicals that curb overeating. But choose your bread carefully. You want whole grains because they’re naturally low in fat and cholesterol free; contain 10% to 15% protein, and offer loads of healthy fiber, resistant starch, minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, phytochemicals, and often, phytoesterogrens (plant estrogens). Whole grains provide so many health benefits, including protection from heart disease, stroke, diabetes, obesity, and some cancers. Bread is an excellent source of carbs, which your brain needs to produce serotonin, a neurotransmitter that promotes feelings of comfort and satisfaction.

Pasta

Slim-Down Effect A high fluid content keeps you satisfied longer. Cooked pasta and rice are about 70% water–and eating fluid-rich foods keeps you fuller longer, compared with dry foods, according to research from the British Nutrition Foundation. Like bread, the carbs in pasta boost serotonin to help curb overeating. The proper portion of pasta is ½ cup cooked, or about the size of an ice-cream scoop. Choose whole grain varieties for filling fiber, and add grilled chicken and lots of veggies to bulk up your dish even more.

Potatoes

Slim-Down Effect Form resistant starch, a fiber that burns fat. These veggies may be one of our most misunderstood foods. Fried or doused in sour cream, they’re not going to help you lose weight. But when boiled or baked, a potato’s starch absorbs water and swells. Once chilled, portions of the starch crystallize into a form that resists digestion–resistant starch. Unlike other types of fiber, resistant starch gets fermented in the large intestine, creating fatty acids that may block the body’s ability to burn carbohydrates. In their place, you burn fat. A healthy potato serving is about the size of a fist.

Peanut Butter

Slim-Down Effect Rich in healthy fats that help banish belly flab. Studies show that diets high in mono-unsaturated fatty acids (abundant in peanut butter and nuts) prevent accumulation of fat around the midsection, boost calorie burn, and promote weight loss. In fact, women who eat one serving of nuts or peanut butter 2 or more times a week gain fewer pounds than women who rarely eat them. One reason: A snack that includes peanut butter helps you stay full for up to 2 ½ hours, compared with 30 minutes for a carb-only snack. (Carbohydrates satisfy a craving, while nuts keep you feeling full.) Peanut butter and nuts are high in calories, so stick with a 2-tablespoon portion–about the size of a golf ball.

Cheese

Slim-Down Effect Great source of calcium, which burns calories and fat. At about 100 calories and 5 g of fat per ounce, cheese usually tops the no-no list, but its calcium improves your ability to burn calories and fat, according to a recent research review. Not getting enough of this mineral may trigger the release of calcitriol, a hormone that causes the body to store fat. Scientists found that people on a reduced-calorie diet who included an extra 300 to 400 mg of calcium a day lost significantly more weight than those who ate the same number of calories but with less calcium. Eating calcium-rich foods is more effective than taking calcium supplements–and cheese has about 200 mg per ounce. Stick to 2-ounce portions, and stay away from cream cheeses.

Dark Chocolate

Slim-Down Effect Satisfies a common craving to prevent bingeing. Up to 97% of women experience cravings, and chocolate is the most common and “intensely” craved food, according to a recent study. Having an occasional small serving of a favorite treat is better than depriving yourself, which may lead to a binge. Dark varieties are more satisfying than milk chocolate leaving you with desiring less. Be mindful of the portion when you eat. Slowly savoring one or two squares of a high-quality dark chocolate bar will satisfy a craving more than wolfing down M&M’s in front of the TV.

Fruit

Slim-Down Effect Soothes a sweet tooth naturally for few calories (water melon, which is mostly water is wonderful; it satisfies the sweet tooth, makes you feel full and has few calories). Research published in the journal Obesity Reviews looked at 16 different studies and found overwhelmingly that eating fruit is associated with weighing less. In one study from Brazil, women who added three small apples to their regular meals and snacks lost 2 pounds in 10 weeks without dieting. Although fruit does contain the natural sugar fructose, it doesn’t raise blood sugar levels like table sugar does; plus, it’s high in water and filling fiber and low in calories. Aim to have three servings of fresh fruit daily– but skip the high-calorie juice. Great picks (with average calories per cup): fresh melon (50), grapes (60), berries (70), and citrus fruits (75).

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Black America Donna Battle Pierce Syndicated Columnist, (Black Press Syndicate)

I’m not complaining. I’m grateful for the etiquette lessons, the memories shared about her experiences with history-makers and the words of advice from my paternal grandmother. When this stern, elegant lady passed away at the end of the 1970s, she had recently been honored as Spelman College’s oldest living graduate. Still, sorting through the memories from a lifetime of family occasions, there’s just one moment that stands out to this granddaughter as a door open to glimpse her softer side. It’s a holiday memory that came back to me recently. After the oven timer sounded to tell me the first batch of cupcakes were finished,

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I turned toward the counter filled with cakes, cookies and candy I’ve baked to share with neighbors and friends. Placing the hot pan on the only empty wire rack, I suddenly remembered Gran next to her magnificent mahogany dining room table filled to capacity with holiday gifts to which she described as her thank you to “those less fortunate” in her life. Did I mention she was smiling? Thanks, Gran, for another good lesson. Food gifts have a way of bringing out the best in people.

Orange Glazed Poppy Cupcakes 3 cups flour 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 2 ¾ cups sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 3 eggs 1 teaspoon each: vanilla extract, almond extract, butter flavoring 3 tablespoons poppy seeds 1 cup milk 1/2 cup heavy cream Glaze: 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar 2 tablespoons orange juice ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Combing flour, baking powder and salt; set aside. Beat together sugar, oil, eggs, extracts and butter flavoring with a mixer on low speed. Add flour mixture and milk to egg mixture, mixing after each addition, beginning and ending with flour. Stir in poppy seeds. Use a scoop to fill paper-lined cupcake pans (full size) three-fourths full. Bake until an inserted tester comes out almost clean, about 25 to 30 minutes. Cool on wire racks as the remaining cupcakes bake. Makes 36 cupcakes.

To make the thick orange glaze, spoon the sugar in a medium bowl; drizzle orange juice into the sugar to reach desired consistency. (Fine tune the consistency of the glaze by stirring in juice by the drops or sugar by the tablespoon.) Stir in almond extract. Spread on cupcakes with the back of a spoon or a spatula. Serve with very thin fresh orange slices, if desired. Makes 36 cupcakes. Donna Pierce is a 2015 recipient of a Harvard Nieman Foundation Visiting Fellowship who is currently working on a cookbook about historic Black recipes and cooks. She is the former Assistant Food Editor and Test Kitchen Director for the Chicago Tribune and Contributing Editor for Upscale Magazine.

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Keewa Nurullah

debuts her newest show at Davenport’s Keewa Nurullah, daughter of jazz artist Shanta Nurullah a noted AACM musician and native Chicagoan returns to Davenport’s to debut her new show, Throw Mama from the Train: Songs and Stories from a Pregnant Gypsy, on December 23rd at Davenport’s, 1383 N. Milwaukee Ave. Keewa will be joined onstage by Wade Elkins (Blue Man Group); her mother, jazz musician Shanta Nurullah (AACM); and a trio of musicians. Keewa Nurullah is what old school entertainers refer to as a triple threat. She, acts, dances, sings and does stand up comedy. OOOPs that’s four talents to mention, and she’s so much more. Keewa says, “My work is a throwback from what all the Black entertainment greats used to do—what they had to do, like Sammy Davis Jr., Harry Belafonte, Diahann Carroll, Ethel Waters, Lena Horne, Ertha Kitt etc., But the material is a contemporary mix of new and old school yet the comedy is all today.” A professional actress she can be seen in the original casts of Disney’s On the Record and Monty Python’s Spamalot Las Vegas and Drury Lane’s Camelot and she’s lead vocalist with the David Rothstein Orchestra. In Throw Mama from the Train, she reflects on exciting times performing on the road and ponders her new adventure of motherhood. Talented and gifted in part to genes,

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Dec 17 Hyde Park Holiday Nights Don’t miss the last Thursday Night! Holiday fun for the whole family this Thursday, December 17 from 5-7 p.m., kids will have a chance to meet their favorite characters inspired by the movie, “Frozen.” The characters will be stationed at

Keewa Nurullah her personal commitment to her art reveals itself throughout her artistic and creative expression whether it’s song, dance, comedy or acting. Keewa is an extremely skilled and versatile singer who has traveled the world performing for legends such as Quincy Jones, Julie Andrews, Steve Martin, and the late Robin Williams. With her insightful, comedic storytelling, she will have you giggling in your seat long after you’ve returned home. Keewa will be performing a mix of standards, pop and rock songs (and, OK, maybe a holiday tune or two). Find out more about Keewa at keewanurullah.com.

Throw Mama from the Train! Wednesday, December 23rd 2015, 8pm. Davenport’s, 1383 N. Milwaukee, $15 + 2 drink min. For further information, call 646-400-4365

For reservations, call 773-278-1830 or visit www.davenportspianobar.com

different Hyde Park shops,

Dec 23

with exact times and locations TBD.

Singer Keewa Nurullah debuts her

FREE

newest show at Davenport’s

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Throw Mama from the Train: Songs

acwilliams@uchicago.edu / 773-702-0936

and Stories from a Pregnant Gypsy, on December 23rd at Davenport’s, 1383 N.

Dec 19

Milwaukee Ave. Showtime starts at 8pm.

Annual Illinois Fatherhood

Ms. Nurullah will be joined by Wade

Conference

Elkins (Blue Man Group); jazz musician

Saturday, December 19, 2015, from

Shanta Nurullah (AACM); and a trio of

11:30am-4:30pm at the Oak Park Library.

musicians.

There will be an awards dinner directly after the conference at a nearby restau-

“Throw Mama from the Train!” Wednes-

rant the same day at 5pm.

day, December 23rd 2015, 8pm. Daven-

For The Fatherhood Educational Insti-

port’s, 1383 N. Milwaukee,

tute’s Honorary President Ernie Banks,

$15 + 2 drink min.

now deceased, The Ernie Banks Humanitarian Award will be presented.

For further information, call 646-400-4365

RSVP Now! Space is limited,

For reservations, call 773-278-1830 or

at info@respnsiblefatherhood.com

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WILLIAMS Maria Williams.…..Memorial was held: Wednesday, December 09, 2015; 1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m.@ Chapel Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. WEBB James Webb..…..Visitation was held: Thursday, December 10, 2015; 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. @ Chapel Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

JAMES James Coleman...…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ 1st Presbyterian, 6401 S. Kimbark Ave. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. GREEN Carolyn Green...…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Lunford Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MC CRAY Ezell Mc Cray..…..Wake was held: Friday, December 11, 2015; 7:00 p.m.@ Sanctuary of Holiness COGIC, 700 S. Pulaski Rd. Funeral: 9:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

LILLY Carlene Lilly..…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ New Covenant, 77th Cottage Grove Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Oak Woods Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

SMITH RHODES Deborah Smith Rhodes.…….Visitation was held: Friday, December 11, 2015; 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel (Slumber Room) Memorial: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

NEAL Godwin Neal...…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ St. Philip Neri Church, 2132 E. 72nd St. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

ARNOLD Marla Arnold..…..Memorial was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

JENKINS Jimmy Jenkins.....…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ St. Andrew Temple Church, 1743 W. Marquette Rd. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

TOLMAIRE, III Charles Tolmaire, III..…..Memorial was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. @ Chapel Jackson Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. MC GARY Charlie Mc Gary..…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 9:00 a.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 10:00 a.m. Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. MC KINNEY Carlos Mc Kinney.…..Memorial was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. PAYTON James Payton....…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 9:00 a.m. @ Fourth Presbyterian, 126 E. Chestnut St. Funeral: 10:00 a.m. Interment: Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. COBBINS Barbara Cobbins...…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Grace Calvary, 78th Loomis Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. WILSON Gregory Wilson...…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Holy Angels, 605 E. Oak Woods Blvd. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. HILL, JR. Harold Hill, Jr...…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ St. Lawrence O’Toole, 4101 St. Lawrence Ave. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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SMITH Preston Smith....…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Holy Temple Evangelistic COGIC, 15912 Lincoln Ave. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Restvale Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. BROWN Jerry Brown...…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ St. Lawrence COGIC, 7400 S. St. Lawrence Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. MC CLENDON Ola Mc Clendon.....…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Liberty Baptist, 4849 S. King Dr. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Washington Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. EDWARDS Levon Edwards....…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Bread of Life Baptist Church, 1911 W. 63rd St. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. SHELTON, JR. Bartimaeus Shelton, Jr......…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ True Vine B.C., 6720 S. Stewart Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Restvale Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. DINWIDDIE William Dinwiddie.....…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ True Vine, 14323 S. Marshfield Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Washington Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. REDD Lula Redd.....…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 12:30 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 1:00 p.m. Interment: Restvale Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WILKINS William Wilkins......…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 2:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. BROWN, SR. Luther Brown, Sr.......…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ New Friendship MBC, 844 West 71st Street Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Monday, December 14, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Abe Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. BOWERS Anthony Bowers.....…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 11:00 a.m. @ Salem B.C., 11800 S. Indiana Funeral: 12:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. NICHOLS, SR. Eugene Nichols, Sr.......…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 11:00 a.m. @ New Life Covenant, 1021 E. 78th St. Funeral: 12:00 p.m. Interment: Monday, December 14, 2015; 9:00 a.m. @ Abe Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. WASHINGTON Henry Washington......…..Wake was held: Sunday, December 13, 2015; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 2:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. JONES Timothy Jones........…..Wake was held: Sunday, December 13, 2015; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 2:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. PORTER, JR. Rev. Arthur Porter, Jr........…..Wake was held: Sunday, December 13, 2015; 3:00 p.m. @ Bread of Life MBC, 1924 W. 63rd Street Funeral: 4:00 p.m. Interment: Monday, December 14, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Mt. Glenwood South Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. BARLOWE, JR. James Barlowe, Jr.........…..Wake was held: Sunday, December 13, 2015; 3:00 p.m. @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 4:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. BROWN Lenora Brown........…..Wake was held: Sunday, December 13, 2015; 5:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 6:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. LEE Peter Lee........…..Wake was held: Monday, December 14, 2015; 9:00 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 10:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. THOMAS Reginald Thomas........…..Wake was held: Monday, December 14, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. MC KEE Jefferson Mc Kee........…..Wake was held: Monday, December 14, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Abe Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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SHANE, SR. David Shane, Sr.........…..Wake was held: Monday, December 14, 2015; 12:30 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 1:30 p.m. Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. BLACKMAN Herman Blackman........…..Wake was held: Monday, December 14, 2015; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 1:30 p.m. Interment: Homewood Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. RUSH Ta-Tanisha Rush.........…..Wake was held: Monday, December 14, 2015; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 2:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. DOUGLAS Augusta Douglas........…..Memorial was held: Tuesday, December 15, 2015; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. CALHOUN Wavetta Calhoun........…..Wake was held: Tuesday, December 15, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ St. Matthews Gordon AME Zion, 9448 S. Eggleston Funeral: 10:30 a.m. Interment: Evergreen Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. PICKNEY Monica Pickney........…..Wake was held: Tuesday, December 15, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. DAVIS Ineater Davis........…..Wake was held: Tuesday, December 15, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. CURRY Pertrenia Curry........…..Wake: Friday, December 11, 2015; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel Lunford Funeral: 1:30 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. TALLEY Natali Talley........…..Wake: Wednesday, December 16, 2015; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 1:30 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. LOCKARD Lorenza Lockard........…..Memorial: Thursday, December 17, 2015; 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. @ Chapel Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. BURKHART Charleston Burkhart........…..Wake: Thursday, December 17, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. WHIRL John Whirl........…..Wake: Thursday, December 17, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. MILES Brandon Miles........…..Wake: Thursday, December 17, 2015; 11:00 a.m. @ Bethlehem Star MB Church, 9231 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Funeral: 12:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

NOEL, JR. Raymond Noel, Jr.........…..Wake: Thursday, December 17, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. MYERS Charles Myers........…..Wake: Thursday, December 17, 2015; 6:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 7:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. STEWART Brunett Stewart.........…..Wake: Friday, December 18, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Antioch BC, 62nd Stewart Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. HOPKINS Purvis Hopkins.........…..Wake: Friday, December 18, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. SMITH Phoenicia Smith.........…..Wake: Friday, December 18, 2015; 6:00 p.m. @ Burnside BC, 645 E. 91st Place Funeral: 7:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. MARTIN Maurice Martin.........…..Wake: Saturday, December 19, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. KELLY Della Kelly.........…..Wake: Saturday, December 19, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Providence BC, 8400 S. Ashland Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. COLEMAN Thomas Coleman.........…..Wake: Sunday, December 20, 2015; 5:00 p.m. @ Providence BC, 8400 S. Ashland Funeral: 6:00 p.m. Interment: Monday, December 21, 2015; 9:00 a.m. @ Abe Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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CLARK Taneshia Clark…..Wake: Thursday, December 17, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ New Bethlehem M.B. Church, 8850 S. Cottage Grove Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

HALL Willie Hall…..Wake was held: Sunday, December 13, 2015; 3:00 p.m. @ The New Paradise MBC, 6645 West Evans Funeral: 4:00 p.m. Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

EDWARDS Leroy Edwards…..Wake: Friday, December 18, 2015; 11:00 a.m. @ St. Sabina Catholic Church, 1210 West 78th Street Funeral: 12:00 p.m. Interment: Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E. 79th Street Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

KNIGHT Marshall Knight…..Wake was held: Friday, December 18, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Greater Mt. Carmel Church, 7023 South Halsted Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

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HEARD Thomas Heard…...Wake was held: Friday, December 11, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Private Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400. GRACE Robert Grace…..Wake was held: Friday, December 11, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ United In Love, 7010 South Halsted Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Private Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400. RODGERS Cristine Rodgers…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400. RUSSELL Aundre Russell…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 12, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ St. James COGIC, 11750 South Lowe Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

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BROOKS John Brooks…..Wake was held: Friday, December 18, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Cannon Community Church, 1707 West Garfield Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Cedar Park Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400. BELCHER Joseph Belcher…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 19, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400. DAWSON Earl Dawson…..Wake was held: Saturday, December 19, 2015; 10:00 a.m. @ Greater Mt. Carmel Church, 7023 South Halsted Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Glenwood South Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400. LEMONS James Lemons…...Visitation: Friday, December 18, 2015; 6:00 p.m. @ New Covenant MBC, 754 E. 77th Street Service: 7:00 p.m. Interment: Evergreen Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT – CHANCERY DIVISION Reverse Mortgage Solutions, Inc. PLAINTIFF VS Mamie S. Anane a/k/a Mamie Sue Anane (Deceased); Gerald P. Nordgren, solely as Special Representative for Mamie S. Anane a/k/a Mamie Sue Anane (Deceased); Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Mamie S. Anane a/k/a Mamie Sue Anane (Deceased); Dorothy Lucas; Ruby J. McClung; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, DEFENDANT(S) 15 CH 10811 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Mamie S. Anane a/k/a Mamie Sue Anane (Deceased); Gerald P. Nordgren, solely as Special Representative for Mamie S. Anane a/k/a Mamie Sue Anane (Deceased); UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MAMIE S. ANANE A/K/A MAMIE SUE ANANE (DECEASED); Dorothy Lucas; Ruby J. McClung; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: The West 74.8 feet of Lot 48 in B.F. Jacobs resubdivision of Block 1 in McCarthy subdivision of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 17, Township 38 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois. Commonly known as: 5701 S. May Street, Chicago, IL 60621 and which said mortgage was made by, Mamie S Anane and Francis J K Anane, husband and wife; Mortgagor(s), to Urban Financial Group; Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois, as Document No. 1003526146; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, 50 W. Washington, Chicago, IL 60602 on or before JANUARY 8, 2016 A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 120 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60602 Phone: (312) 239-3432 Fax: (312) 284-4820 Attorney No: 6238055 File No: 15IL00434-1 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that this firm may be deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose.

F15080169FT SLS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Harborview Mortgage Loan Trust 2005-9 Mortgage Loan Pass-through Certificates, Series 2005-9 Plaintiff, vs. Carmen J. Gonzalez aka C. Gonzalez aka Carmen Hicks Gonzalez aka Carmen Gonzalez; Unknown Heirs and Devisees of Juana Carmen V. Gonzalez aka J.C.V. Gonzalez, M.D. aka Juana Carmen aka Juana Gonzalez; Unknown Claimants and Lienholders against the Estate of Juana Carmen V. Gonzalez aka J.C.V. Gonzalez, M.D aka Juana Carmen aka Juana Gonzalez; Unknown Claimants and Lienholders against the Unknown Heirs and Devisees of Juana Carmen V. Gonzalez aka J.C.V. Gonzalez, M.D. aka Juana Carmen aka Juana Gonzalez; 5350 South Shore Drive Homeowners Association; People of the State of Illinois; The United States of America Department of The Treasury-Internal Revenue Service; Midland Funding LLC; William P. Butcher, as Special Representative of Juana Carmen V. Gonzalez aka J.C.V. Gonzalez, M.D. aka Juana Carmen aka Juana Gonzalez; Meyerson Calendar 56 Defendants. CASE NO. 15 CH 06287 1724 East 54th Street, Unit E, Chicago, Illinois 60615 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Carmen J. Gonzalez aka C. Gonzalez aka Carmen Hicks Gonzalez aka Carmen Gonzalez, Unknown Heirs and Devisees of Juana Carmen V. Gonzalez aka J.C.V. Gonzalez, M.D. aka Juana Carmen aka Juana Gonzalez, Unknown Claimants and Lienholders against the Estate of Juana Carmen V. Gonzalez aka J.C.V. Gonzalez, M.D aka Juana Carmen aka Juana Gonzalez, Unknown Claimants and Lienholders against the Unknown Heirs and Devisees of Juana Carmen V. Gonzalez aka J.C.V. Gonzalez, M.D. aka Juana Carmen aka Juana Gonzalez, UNKNOWN HEIRS and LEGATEES of Juana Carmen V. Gonzalez and UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled cause, that suit has been commenced against you and other defendants in the Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit by said plaintiff praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: PARCEL 1: A PARCEL OF LAND IN THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN THE CITY OF CHICAGO, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, BEING A PART OF A TRACT OF LAND COMPRISING THE SOUTH 10 FEET OF LOT 3 AND ALL OF LOTS 4, 5, 6, 7 AND 8 IN SISSON’S LAKE SHORE ADDITION RECORDED MAY 31, 1917, AS DOCUMENT 6123846, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SAID PARCEL BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT 8; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 56 MINUTES 07 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 81.00 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE 77 .97 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 36 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 55.00 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE NORTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 19.25 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE SOUTH 89 DEGREES 54 MINUTES 36 SECONDS EAST, A DISTANCE OF 55.00 FEET TO A POINT; THENCE SOUTH 00 DEGREES 00 MINUTES 00 SECONDS WEST, A DISTANCE OF 19.25 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. PARCEL 2: EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF PARCEL 1, AS DELINEATED AND CREATED BY DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND EASEMENTS FOR 5350 SOUTH SHORE DRIVE TOWNHOMES RECORDED JANUARY 7, 1998, AS DOCUMENT 98015288, FOR COMMON AREAGARDEN. P.I.N.: 20-12-112-035-0000 Said property is commonly known as 1724 East 54th Street, Unit E, Chicago, Illinois 60615, and which said mortgage(s) was/were made by Carmen J. Gonzalez and Juana Carmen V. Gonzalez and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds as Document Number 0400610041 and for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the above Court against you as provided by law and that said suit is now pending. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Court at Cook County on or before JANUARY 8, 2016 a default may be taken against you at any time after that date and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Steven C. Lindberg ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 58852, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR FOR ITS RESPECTIVE CLIENTS AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Jimmie Bell…….Visitation: Southwest Memorial Chapels, Friday December 11, 2015 @ 2pm-5pm Funeral: Services were held Saturday December 12, 2015 @10:00 a.m. True Believers MB Church 7801 S. Wolcott….Internment: Private…..Arrangements by: Southwest Memorial Chapels 7901 S. Komensky Ave. Chicago, IL. 60652 (773) 424-3151

Mechell Daniel Boynes was born on April 29, 1939 to Samuel and Bessie Boynes. He was the youngest of three children, born and raised in Chicago, IL. Mechell attended DuSable High School and graduated with honors from Olive-Harvey College with an Associate of Arts degree in Education. He pursued his advance education at Chicago State University receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Corrections with a minor in Psychology and Master Degrees in Counseling and Early Childhood Education.

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As a young man, Mechell worked for the Chicago Transit Authority as a train conductor. In 1965, he joined the Chicago Police Department working as a Patrol Officer and later a Youth Officer until his retirement in 1995. While working for the Chicago Police Department, he was involved in the African American Police League. After retirement he continued to be involved with the retired police officers through Brothers and Sisters Banded Together and The Guardians Police Organization. The spectrum of his additional professional experience includes Chicago Public Schools, the City Colleges of Chicago and the Christian Community Health Center.

Vera Strickland…….Visitation: Southwest Memorial Chaples, Friday December 11, 2015 @2pm-5pm Funeral: Services were held Saturday December 12, 2015 @10:00 a.m. Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witness 310 Dupage Drive Bolingbrook….. Internment: Oak Ridge Cemetery… Arrangements by: Southwest Memorial Chapels 7901 S. Komensky Ave Chicago, IL. 60652 (773)424-3151

Mechell was baptized at an early age at Ebenezer Baptist Church and was active in a variety of youth ministries. He joined Trinity United Church of Christ in 1992. He participated in an array of ministries and activities that impacted the community and improved the lives of others. His passion to be a catalyst of change in the community also transcended to his work with his beloved fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated.

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Mechell became ill in 2014 and fought a valiant fight until Jesus welcomed him to eternity on Sunday, November 29, 2015. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife Deborah, children, grandchildren, a great granddaughter, a sister-in-law and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and friends.

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Services were held at Trinity United Church of Christ on Friday, December 11, 2015. Internment was Burr Oak Cemetery, Alsip, IL. Arrangements were entrusted to Cage Memorial Chapel

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name In the conduct or transaction of Business in the State, “as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County, File No. D15144593 on the November 19, 2015. Under the Assumed Name of PHONE BOOTH with the business located at 6905 S. ASHLAND AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60636. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name: FERAS ASHKAR, Complete Address: 6100 W. 97TH STREET 3A, OAK LAWN, IL 60453, USA Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name In the conduct or transaction of Business in the State, “as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County, File No. D15144520 on the November 13, 2015. Under the Assumed Name of BCC TRUCKING with the business located at 17011 ALBANY AVE APT. TE, HAZEL CREST, IL 60429. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/ partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name: ELLIOT DUNN, Complete Address: 17011 ALBANY AVE APT. TE, HAZEL CREST, IL 60429, USA

LEGAL NOTICE F15080062 WELLS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. Jasmine James; South Shore Club Condominium Association; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants. CASE NO. 15 CH 15635 2460 East 72nd Street, Unit 2, Chicago, Illinois 60649 Mullen Calendar 60 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Jasmine James and UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled cause, that suit has been commenced against you and other defendants in the Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit by said plaintiff praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: UNIT 2460-2 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS IN SOUTH SHORE CLUB CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER LR3129381, IN THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 15, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N.: 21-30-101-031-1011 Said property is commonly known as 2460 East 72nd Street, Unit 2, Chicago, Illinois 60649, and which said mortgage(s) was/were made by Jasmine James and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds as Document Number 0518814321 and for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the above Court against you as provided by law and that said suit is now pending. NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Court at Cook County on or before JANUARY 4, 2015 a default may be taken against you at any time after that date and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint. This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Steven C. Lindberg ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 866-402-8661 630-428-4620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 58852, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR FOR ITS RESPECTIVE CLIENTS AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF AUGUST 1, 2005 PARK PLACE SECURITIES, INC. ASSET-BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-WHQ4 Plaintiff, -v.THE ESTATE OF FRANK LEE, JR, FRANK LEE, SR, CITIBANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA), N.A., CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED THE 6TH DAY OF MARCH, 2003, KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 111861, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF FRANK LEE, JR Defendants 13 CH 21542 12415 S. STEWART AVENUE Chicago, IL 60628 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 8, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 11, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 15 IN VAN ETTEN’S WEST PULLMAN PARK SUBDIVISION, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 7 OF ANDREWS SUBDIVISION OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 AND THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, NORTH OF THE ILLINOIS BOUNDARY LINE, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JULY 9, 1925 AS DOCUMENT 8969314, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 12415 S. STEWART AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-28-406-008. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $81,303.22. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C14-95450. 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. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C14-95450 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 13 CH 21542 TJSC#: 35-15021 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOISCOUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TCF NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.VICTOR H. GARCIA, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 07039 2212 W. 51ST STREET Chicago, IL 60609 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 15, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 8, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 77 IN RANDS SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 2212 W. 51ST STREET, Chicago, IL 60609 Property Index No. 20-07-123-029-0000. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The judgment amount was $167,367.52. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is 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 DAVID T. COHEN, DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES, 10729 WEST 159TH STREET, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467, (708) 460-7711 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. DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES 10729 WEST 159TH STREET ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 (708) 460-7711 Attorney Code. 25602 Case Number: 15 CH 07039 TJSC#: 35-17542 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TCF NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.PATRICIA BINGUE, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., PENTHOUSE LOFTS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 03069 1550 S. INDIANA AVENUE, UNITS 402 & P-47 Chicago, IL 60605 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 7, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 8, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PARCEL 1: UNIT 402 AND P-47, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS IN PENTHOUSE LOFTS CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 98569009, IN THE NORTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: EASEMENTS APPURTENANT TO AND FOR THE BENEFIT OF PARCEL 1 AS SET FORTH AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION OF EASEMENTS RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 98133484, FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS, ALL IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1550 S. INDIANA AVENUE, UNITS 402 & P-47, Chicago, IL 60605 Property Index No. 17-22-108-081-1007 FORMERLY REFERRED TO AS 17-22-108-081-1081. The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $267,056.94. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is 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 DAVID T. COHEN, DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES, 10729 WEST 159TH STREET, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467, (708) 460-7711 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. DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES 10729 WEST 159TH STREET ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 (708) 460-7711 Attorney Code. 25602 Case Number: 15 CH 03069 TJSC#: 35-14886 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BBCN BANK, SUCCESSOR TO FOSTER BANK Plaintiff, -v.KANG HONG LEE, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE KANG HONG LEE TRUST DATED SEPTEBMER 18, 2002, INDIVIDUALLY, AND AS BENEFICIARY OF THE KANG HONG LEE TRUST, UNKNOWN OWNERS, AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 33195 9126 SOUTH COMMERCIAL AVENUE Chicago, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 21, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 4, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 5 IN DAVIS RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 12 IN BLOCK 71 IN THE SUBDIVISION BY THE CALUMET AND CHICAGO CANAL AND DOCK COMPANY OF PARTS OF SECTIONS 5 AND 6, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 15 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED JANUARY 3, 1887, AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 722427 IN BOOK 26 OF PLATS, PAGE 4, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 9126 SOUTH COMMERCIAL AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60617 Property Index No. 26-06-402-020-0000. The real estate is improved with a commercial property. The judgment amount was $275,750.67. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: BRUCE C. SPITZER, 303 WEST MADISON STREET, SUITE 1100, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 580-1710 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. BRUCE C. SPITZER 303 WEST MADISON STREET, SUITE 1100 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 580-1710 Attorney Code. 35650 Case Number: 12 CH 33195 TJSC#: 35-17020 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF THE CWMBS 2006-3 TRUST, MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-3 Plaintiff, -v.JOSE A. LOMELI, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 5729 3517 W. 38TH PLACE Chicago, IL 60632 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 20, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 21, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 7 IN BLOCK 2 IN C.B. HOSMER’S SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 21 IN JAMES H. REES SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 35 AND THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3517 W. 38TH PLACE, Chicago, IL 60632 Property Index No. 16-35-411-015-0000. The real estate is improved with a single unit dwelling. The judgment amount was $400,452.24. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number 11-0079. 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. KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 Attorney File No. 11-0079 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 11 CH 5729 TJSC#: 35-15535 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TCF NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.JORGE TORRES, VERONICA TORRES, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 18292 3349 S. BELL AVENUE Chicago, IL 60608 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 20, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 21, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 30 IN GROSS AND BOWMAN’S SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 23 IN WALKER’S SUBDIVISION OF THAT PART SOUTH OF THE CANAL OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 IN SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 14, AND THAT PART SOUTH OF CANAL OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3349 S. BELL AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60608 Property Index No. 17-31-112-021-0000. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The judgment amount was $149,027.05. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is 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 DAVID T. COHEN, DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES, 10729 WEST 159TH STREET, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467, (708) 460-7711 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. DAVID T. COHEN & ASSOCIATES 10729 WEST 159TH STREET ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 (708) 460-7711 Attorney Code. 25602 Case Number: 14 CH 18292 TJSC#: 35-15683 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TCF NATIONAL BANK vs. RUBY DAVIS A/K/A RUBY B. DAVIS; CITY OF CHICAGO, DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS. CASE NUMBER: 15 CH 12757 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: RUBY DAVIS A/K/A RUBY B. DAVIS and UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS That this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 25 IN BLOCK 18 IN CORNELL, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST HALF OF SECTIONS 26, AND THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 26 (WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SAID SOUTHEAST QUARTER), THE NORTH HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER, THE SOUTH HALF OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER WEST OF THE ILLINOIS CENTRAL RAILROAD, AND THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Permanent Index No.: 20-26-122-021-0000 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7355 S. UNIVERSITY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 and which said Mortgage was made by: RUBY B. DAVIS the Mortgagor(s), to TCF National Bank, as Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois, as Document No. 0727446038; and for other relief; that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law and that the said suit is now pending. NOW, THEREFORE, UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this Court, Dorothy Brown Richard J. Daley Center 50 West Washington Street 8th Floor Chicago, IL 60602 on or before JANUARY 15, 2016 A DEFAULT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU AT ANY TIME AFTER THAT DAY AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRAYER OF SAID COMPLAINT. David T. Cohen & Associates, Ltd., 10729 W. 159th Street, Orland Park, IL 60467 (708) 460-7711 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that this law firm is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT – CHANCERY DIVISION Urban Financial of America, LLC PLAINTIFF VS Bernice O. Robinson (Deceased); Gerald P. Nordgren, solely as Special Representative for Bernice O. Robinson (Deceased); Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Bernice O. Robinson (Deceased); Evelyn Stoffer; Rochelle E. Cowart; Calvin Robinson; LaToya Robinson; Robert Robinson; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, DEFENDANT(S) 15 CH 6888 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Bernice O. Robinson (Deceased); Gerald P. Nordgren, solely as Special Representative for Bernice O. Robinson (Deceased); UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF BERNICE O. ROBINSON (DECEASED); Evelyn Stoffer; Rochelle E. Cowart; Calvin Robinson; LaToya Robinson; Robert Robinson; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: Lot 6 in J.W. Turners resubdivision of Lots 1 to 38 both inclusive of Block 2 in Racine Highlands, being a subdivision of the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 32, Township 38 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, also vacated alley lying between said lots, in Cook County, Illinois. Commonly known as: 8316 S. Aberdeen Street, Chicago, IL 60620 and which said mortgage was made by, Bernice O. Robinson, an unmarried woman; Mortgagor(s), to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Urban Financial Group Inc.; Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois, as Document No. 1116412149; and for other relief. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, 50 W. Washington, Chicago, IL 60602 on or before JANUARY 4, 2015 A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 120 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1140, Chicago, IL 60602 Phone: (312) 239-3432 Fax: (312) 284-4820 Attorney No: 6238055 File No: 15IL00111-1 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that this firm may be deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose.

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CLASSIFIEDS REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC, Plaintiff V. FRANCISCO SAHAGUN; GRISELDA SAHAGUN; CITIBANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA), N.A.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS, Defendants Case No. 15 CH 6936 Calendar No. 61 Property Address: 8511 SOUTH BUFFALO AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Shapiro Kreisman & Assoc. file # 14-074213 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure sales.) PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on November 20, 2015, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on January 13, 2016, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 8511 South Buffalo Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 Permanent Index No.: 21-32-210-004-0000 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The judgment amount was $ 47,068.88. Sale terms for non-parties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier’s checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered “as is,” with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information and to view auction rules at www.kallenrs.com. For information: Sale Clerk, Shapiro Kreisman & Associates, LLC, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 291-1717, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. F15030007 Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF AURELIA WILBORN DISCOVER BANK; ALEXANDER OUTTEN AKA ALEXANDER J. OUTTEN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 15 CH 7261 Calendar 58 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 Friday, January 8, 2016 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: Commonly known as 7004 South Campbell Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60629. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The successful purchaser is entitled to possession of the property only. The purchaser may only obtain possession of units within the multi-unit property occupied by individuals named in the order of possession. 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 Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. F15030007 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR ARGENT SECURITIES INC, ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-M1 Plaintiff, -v.SANTIAGO BERNABE, ARGENT MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC Defendants 14 CH 03955 5733 S. TRUMBULL AVENUE Chicago, IL 60629 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 14, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 15, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5733 S. TRUMBULL AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60629 Property Index No. 19-14-216-013. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $281,543.16. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C13-79842. 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. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C13-79842 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 14 CH 03955 TJSC#: 35-15213 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION MIDFIRST BANK Plaintiff, -v.OLIVIA L. RIDGELL, DAVID P. RIDGELL Defendants 15 CH 7635 7213 SOUTH RHODES AVENUE Chicago, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 30, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 20, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7213 SOUTH RHODES AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-211-005-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $112,280.74. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. only Please refer to file number 15-075726. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 Attorney File No. 15-075726 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 15 CH 7635 TJSC#: 35-14591 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.GILBERTO SANCHEZ, ALMA SANCHEZ, ALLSTATE AKA THE ALLSTATE CORPORATION Defendants 13 CH 7364 5726 SOUTH WHIPPLE STREET Chicago, IL 60629 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 17, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 13, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5726 SOUTH WHIPPLE STREET, Chicago, IL 60629 Property Index No. 19-13-118-028-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $168,173.40. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, or a 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 and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F13030017. 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. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F13030017 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 13 CH 7364 TJSC#: 35-16090 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.LISA M. ROGERS, MICHAEL R. ROGERS, UNIFUND CCR PARTNERS, ASSIGNEE OF PALISADES COLLECTION, LLC, MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC, COUNTY OF COOK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS Defendants 15 CH 8228 6842-6844 SOUTH ROCKWELL STREET Chicago, IL 60629 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 2, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 12, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 6842-6844 SOUTH ROCKWELL STREET, Chicago, IL 60629 Property Index No. 19-24-408-030-0000. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The judgment amount was $190,907.70. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. only Please refer to file number 15-075713. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 Attorney File No. 15-075713 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 15 CH 8228 TJSC#: 35-14646 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE NORTHERN TRUST COMPANY, Plaintiff, -v.RALSTON FORD, RALSTON FORD, AS CO-EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF SANDRA Y. FOSTER-FORD, DECEASED, ALYSSA I. FORD, ALYSSA I. FORD, AS CO-EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF SANDRA Y. FOSTER-FORD, DECEASED, BMO HARRIS BANK, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO HARRIS TRUST AND SAVINGS BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANT Defendants 15 CH 06017 708 E. 89TH ST. Chicago, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 14, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 15, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 708 E. 89TH ST., Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 25-03-215-019-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $155,051.00. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 29 E. Madison, Ste.950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 372-2020 Please refer to file number 155300-314. 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. HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 29 E. Madison, Ste.950 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No. 15-5300-314 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 15 CH 06017 TJSC#: 35-13456 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BEAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.ANGELA L. HILL A/K/A ANGELA HILL, ERIC C. HILL, THE NEW MERRILL SQUARE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 2127 6741 SOUTH MERRILL AVENUE, UNIT 3 Chicago, IL 60649 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 9, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 12, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 6741 SOUTH MERRILL AVENUE, UNIT 3, Chicago, IL 60649 Property Index No. 20-24-403-027-1007. The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $177,117.80. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, or a 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 and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F11120044. 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. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F11120044 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 12 CH 2127 TJSC#: 35-15167 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION COMMUNITY INVESTMENT CORPORATION, Plaintiff, -v.TENANTS ASSOCIATION AND COOPERATIVE ON KIMBARK, AN ILLINOIS NOT-FORPROFIT CORPORATION, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMAPNY AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO LASALLE BANK, NA, AS TRUSTEE UNDER A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED MARCH 4, 2002 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 128964, CITY OF CHICAGO, JENNIFER NISBY TENANT/COOPERATIVE OWNER MEMEBER, STEPHANIE TURNER, TENANT/COOPERATIVE OWNER MEMBER, BOBBIE SNOWDEN TENANT/COOPERATIVE OWNER MEMBER, ALEXIS MARSHALL, TENANT/COOPERATIVE OWNER MEMBER, MAPLE HILL, TENANT/COOPERATIVE OWNER MEMBER, REGINA FRANKLIN, TENANT/ COOPERATIVE OWNER MEMBER, ERMA WILLIAMS, TENANT/COOPERATIVE OWNER MEMBER, WALTER SHAW, TENANT/COOPERATIVE OWNER MEMBER, CREAM SHAW, TENANT/COOPERATIVE OWNER MEMBER, ASLEAN BRADD, TENANT/COOPERATIVE OWNER MEMBER, ALEXANDER THOMAS, TENANT/COOPERATIVE OWNER MEMBER, MARGARET THOMAS, TENANT/COOPERATIVE OWNER MEMBER, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 29829 6350-58 S. KIMBARK Chicago, IL 60637 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 19, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 28, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 6350-58 S. KIMBARK, Chicago, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-23-200-037-0000. The real estate is improved with a 3 story residential apartment building. The judgment amount was $398,554.35. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 29 E. Madison, Ste.950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 372-2020 Please refer to file number 114300-483. 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. HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 29 E. Madison, Ste.950 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No. 11-4300-483 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 11 CH 29829 TJSC#: 35-17015 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-5 Plaintiff, -v.DIALIKA C. PERKINS AKA DIALKA PERKINS AKA DIALIKA PERKINS AKA DIALIKA CAMISSA PERKINS, THE 7008-10 SOUTH MERRILL CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATON, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 17819 7010 SOUTH MERRILL AVENUE, UNIT G Chicago, IL 60649 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 13, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 14, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7010 SOUTH MERRILL AVENUE, UNIT G, Chicago, IL 60649 Property Index No. 20-24-423-014-0000 (OLD); 20-24-423-030-1005 (NEW). The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $237,410.45. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, or a 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 and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14100028. 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. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14100028 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 14 CH 17819 TJSC#: 35-15191 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.HECTOR LOPEZ, MARIA LOPEZ Defendants 11 CH 30602 4053 SOUTH ROCKWELL STREET Chicago, IL 60632 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 21, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 22, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4053 SOUTH ROCKWELL STREET, Chicago, IL 60632 Property Index No. 19-01-212-023-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $255,893.63. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, or a 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 and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/151507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F13100107. 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. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F13100107 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 11 CH 30602 TJSC#: 35-15759 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), Plaintiff, -v.ANOM LANE, CITIBANK, FSB N/K/A CITIBANK, N.A. AS MORTGAGEE UNDER DOCUMENT 0627140027, 4347 SOUTH GREENWOOD CONDOMINIUM, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 36020 4347 S GREENWOOD AVE, UNIT 1N Chicago, IL 60653 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 5, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 6, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4347 S GREENWOOD AVE, UNIT 1N, Chicago, IL 60653 Property Index No. 20-02-304-057-1002. The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $327,564.08. 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 Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 29 E. Madison, Ste.950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 372-2020 Please refer to file number 112222-18375. 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. HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 29 E. Madison, Ste.950 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No. 11-2222-18375 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 11 CH 36020 TJSC#: 35-14595 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.

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