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Are We Doing Enough? Chicago Youth Address Real Issues

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Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center once held close to 800 inmates. Now it has about 230.

By Mary L. Datcher Defender Senior Staff Writer Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center (JTDC) is home to about 230 youth inmates.

The facility was designed to house 500 young detainees while awaiting court to determine their fate. At one point, the county facility held close to 800, but over the last five years, it has gradually decreased.

Chief Judge Tim Evans of the Circuit Court of Cook County and JTDC Superintendent Leonard Dixon recently hosted a special summit, Change Strategies: Decreasing Violence in the Chicagoland Area, inviting various law enforcement agency managers, community and faith leaders to participate in several panel discussions.

Evans established the Circuit Court of Cook County Committee on the Transition of the JTDC in September 2014.

Since then, the committee has made some leadership changes, including hiring Dixon.

“The headlines all over the world have dealt with violence in Chicago, particularly in 2016. We have seen the violence permeate throughout our areas. The averages show about 12 violent acts taking place every day of the year in 2016.

Shooting about every two hours — if you can imagine that,” Evans said.

Evans says when young adults arrive

Chief Judge Tim Evans at JTDC, they come to get the medical attention that they didn’t get elsewhere. In addition to mental health care access and drug treatment, inmates learn to cope. He said “anger management, conflict resolution, empathy development, impulse control and problem solving” are essential to growth.

“We know that with respect to the young people, they are sensation-seeking.

They are impulse-driven, often without the ability to anticipate the consequences that flow from their actions.”

Ngozi Ezike, medical director for Cook County Health and Hospital Systems, agrees with Evans’ assessment on the ill-fated choices young people make, landing them in trouble.

She feels it’s essential to remember youth detainees as not just juveniles, but

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they are also children. “It’s import to be able to put that human connection with dealing with kids. Remembering the brain — what age are we allowed to drive? At what age are we allowed to vote? At what age are we allowed to drink alcohol?

What age are we allowed to rent a car?”

Ezike says the car-rental companies have it right with the requirement age of 25 allowed to rent a vehicle.

“The car-rental companies got it right.

They are trying to think about their bottom line. The prefrontal cortex, which controls impulse control, is developing until age 25. It starts at puberty, so when you think about things that people do at their youth, their brain is still developing,” she said.

‘Stop Profiling Us’ When asked what will help reduce the violence in Chicago?

Leonard, a Level 4 inmate, said, “Stop profiling us — period — by the color of our skin or hair. To label us as ‘menaces of society’ because we did one thing and messed up in life. It’s not over for us. So, you give up on us because we did one thing instead of helping us maintain to move forward.” He said learning a trade or skills could help them go forward for their future, because college may not be for everyone.

Santino, 17, feels acquiring a solid trade would hopefully steer them on the best track.

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ployment. Summer jobs to allow teens to have their own money and keep them busy. After-school programs to assist us with homework and give us a place to hang out after school. Mentoring — adult males to show teens how to be productive citizens.”

As the only female panelist, Katrina, 17, added gangs are a major issue to reducing violence. “One thing I think we should do to reduce violence is to help those to get out of gangs. Help those that made people do things to other people. To get them into things to stay focused instead of focusing on hurting someone or get revenge. To not think about violence — to move away and move forward.”

Most of the young people who spoke on the special panel were Level 4 leaders, the highest level, which represent growth and responsibility for helping other youth inmates readjust their stay in a positive way.

Journalist and former anchorwoman Robin Robinson was one of the moderators for the summit.

She is a consultant for the Chicago Police Department and works closely with Superintendent Eddie Johnson on community relations and outreach.

She led the Law Enforcement/ Juvenile Justice and Community Organizations panel discussions.

In addressing the ongoing cycle of both African-American and Latino youth being the highest groups of JTDC detainees, she believes it starts with the home.

“I would argue some of the young people who were here (JTDC) 20 years ago are the parents of the young people that we are seeing wilding out,” said Robinson.

Growing up in Brighton Park, Santino was part of the second-generation cycle of being in the system. “My dad wasn’t around — he was locked up. I ended up meeting my dad when I was 9. He took me around and stuff and he eventually got back in my life, but he passed away when I was 13.” Although his mother raised him, she had to focus on his siblings. “She just couldn’t just fully focus on me so I went to the streets.” he said, “I felt like that’s where the love was. Out there doing what I had to do to survive.”

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Robin Robinson

“I would argue some of the young people who were here (in juvenile detention) 20 years ago are the parents of the young people that we are seeing wilding out.”

— Moderator Robin Robinson. was evident as each person described their home life.

Nigel, 17, explains, “I’ve always had my mother and father in my life, but I’ve been with my mother more than my father. Growing up, my mother was like both parents.

She taught me right from wrong and my life lessons, but it was up to me to follow those lessons. Any choice I made, I made it on my own. She can teach me, but it was up to me to follow it.”

As they opened up about their background, JTDC administrators were protective of their situations and made sure not too much personal information would be shared, with most having pending cases that could jeopardize their outcome.

Leonard, 17 and a young father, still feels the absence of his dad. “I was a 6-year-old when my father left because he wanted to run the streets. He didn’t want to choose his family over the streets.

All I had was my mother, who was going through college with me and my grandmother.” Eventually, his mother became a medical specialist, trying hard to keep him off the streets, but it wasn’t enough. “She

tried so much to keep me off the streets, but I had older brothers who wanted to run the streets and I wanted to be like them. Imagine having a mother who had animosity against the father because he left.”

Education Offered With a full high school on its premises, the Nancy Jefferson High School, each detainee can earn their school credits and diploma while awaiting court or release.

Pastor John Hannah attended the JTDC Summit as one of the keynote speakers, and former employee at the detention center. He worked there for eight years prior to overseeing his church full-time.

Hannah believes it is the responsibility of the community to be there for each other — especially the youth.

“You can put a demand on your community. You need a village for every probation officer, every police officer, every schoolteacher.

You cannot do this alone. When you find the right partners, you can make it happen. When you find deadbeats in your community, shut it down. There’s power in numbers,” he said.

Growing up in Archer Heights, Arturo says his refuge was summer programs at the neighborhood YMCA. “It’s important when we start programs to keep them funded. Once they get started, they want to cut the programs. I just wish they would keep them funded. It does help a lot of us,” he said.

Funding that went toward one summer of activities was one of the safest times for him. “I didn’t get into any trouble. I wasn’t arrested, I didn’t do anything — it was a good summer. It helped me move on. The next summer, they cut the program. I didn’t have any-

thing to do but hang out with my friends. As kids, we make stupid choices because we want to have something to do.”

Brady Brixy is the chief of the Juvenile Justice Division of the Law Office of Cook County Public Defender. She says that her staff do all they can to keep the kids out of the Department of Juvenile Justice system.

“It’s child prison. Some of them are headed there and when they come out, they do not come out better. They come out more violent and they come out more desperate. Everyone works hard to keep them out of there,” she explains.

“It’s this idea about juvenile justice that we’re all here to help the kids with the best interest in mind, but these are kids facing real criminal cases with real criminal consequences that follow them for the rest of their lives.”

Now a Level 4 leader, Katrina has a new look on life. “We need more counseling for people that need more help. More sports programs for people who love basketball and football. Sometimes, sports are the way people get out of trouble. That helps keep them from violence and getting hurt.”

As the JTDC residents chime in on their solutions to reducing the violence, one recommended a gang rehabilitation center to help those adjust without the barriers that many face trying to go legit.

Leonard added, “We need more mentors that can just call sometimes and ask ‘how are you doing, how’s your day going?’ Get more mentors who’s actually been through this phase. Why they had to do this? You wouldn’t want someone telling you something that they’ve never gone through.

Let the youth talk to them sometimes, not always the adults but the youth. ‘I’ve been through this too.’ ” Knowing the task ahead is a tough one, Chief Judge Evans and the leadership of JTDC Superintendent Dixon see the changes inside but understand the real challenge is outside.

“We believe, that, yes, we have to help some of the children here.

But the answers are in the community — beyond these walls.”

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LOCAL

Officers Get Just One-week Suspensions in Laquan Case

By Erick Johnson

Lt. Glenn Evans

IPRA Accused of Leaking Documents in Police Lawsuit

By Erick Johnson Defender Contributing writer After a scathing report by the U.S. Justice Department, the Independent Police Review Authority on Jan. 18 was accused of leaking a confidential memo about the agency’s investigation into Lt. Glenn Evans.

The allegations were part of a quarterly report by Inspector General Joseph Ferguson, who said an IPRA investigator’s “improper handling of confidential investigative documents violated IPRA’s confidentiality policies and the city’s personnel files.”

It’s the latest damaging information concerning the IPRA, which was heavily criticized in a recent DOJ report that accused the agency of failing to investigate police conduct and carrying out biased, one-sided investigations that favored and protected Chicago Police involved in controversial shootings. After years of turmoil, the beleaguered agency will soon be replaced with the Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA).

The IG report does not name the investigator, but the investigation includes allegations that are eerily similar to a lawsuit Evans filed against the city and 12 former and current IPRA employees.

According to the IG report, an investigation had “established”

It’s the latest damaging information concerning the Independent Police Review Authority. that a former IPRA investigator “emailed, without authorization, a confidential IPRA memorandum regarding an investigation of a high-ranking Chicago Police Department employee to an individual who did not work for the city and had no connection to the confidential investigation.”

The IG report also said the same investigator “improperly emailed a confidential lab report regarding DNA testing from the employee’s official IPRA email account to a personal, unsecured email account.”

Ferguson attempted to determine whether the IPRA investigator or co-workers had “leaked” the DNA testing report to a reporter who had “both publicly reported on and posted a PDF of the confidential report.”

According to the report, the IPRA investigator has since left the agency and “moved out of the surrounding area – beyond the reach of an OIG subpoena.” The IG report also said the reporter declined to cooperate with the IG investigation. Thus, Ferguson said,

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his office “could not develop sufficient evidence directly linking the former IPRA investigator or any other city employee to the public reporting and publishing of the confidential DNA report.”

In his lawsuit against the city, Evans, a 30-year veteran of CPD, claimed that a bitter IPRA colleague, Matrice Campbell, leaked documents to a WBEZ reporter.

Evans said the move came after he filed an insubordination complaint against Campbell while the two worked at CPD’s Second District.

As a result, Campbell was suspended in 1999.

Evans was acquitted in 2015 after he was accused of shoving a gun down a man’s throat. Evans was fired after IPRA originally recommended a 15-day suspension in a separate case in 2011.

In that case, Evans was accused of grabbing a woman and pushing her nose after she refused to be fingerprinted after an arrest for a domestic disturbance. Evans was not suspended, but the woman, Rita King, sued him, claiming the incident left her with a fractured eye socket.

Citing a five-year statute of limitations, IPRA said it had no choice but to fire Evans. However, in his lawsuit, Evans blames former Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez and the city for bowing to political pressures caused by the Laquan McDonald video.

O’Neal in the South Shore neighDefender Contributing Writer borhood.

“Our investigation revealed that officers consistently failed to More than two years after check or sync their dash cam mics 17-year-old Laquan McDonald with the in-car system, rendering was killed after being shot 16 them useless,” the DOJ report times, four Chicago Police officers states. “Yet IPRA and BIA (Buhave been suspended for failing to reau of Internal Affairs) have rarely ensure that dashboard cameras investigated whether these inin their squad cars were working stances were deliberate attempts properly the night of Oct. 20, 2014. to tamper with video or audio reBut the suspensions are just cordings, and if so, taken any discifor one week, a punishment that plinary action.” may seem like a slap on the wrist The availability of dash cam to activists and Black leaders who video has been a great concern believe the officers are guilty of ob- among Black leaders and activstruction of justice. ists who are demanding more The suspensions were recom- transparency in police shootings. mended by InspecAfter officers gave a tor General Joseph false narrative in the The availability McDonald shooting, Ferguson in his quarterly report on of dash cam video distrust in the CPD Jan. 18. The report deepened as suspidid not name the has been a great cions of a cover-up four officers, but concern among at City Hall and the Police Superintenstate’s attorney’s ofdent Eddie Johnson Black leaders and fice swirled. followed the IG’s Patricia Holmes, a recommendation by activists who are special prosecutor in suspending them. demanding more the McDonald case, The brutal shoottransparency in is working to detering of McDonald mine whether the was captured on police shootings. officers who saw the video by police veshooting lied to cover hicles that were on up the incident. After the shooting, 41st and South Pulaski the night 86 minutes of surveillance video at the teenager was gunned down by a nearby Burger King was missing Officer Jason Van Dyke. The video after it was watched by several told a different narrative after of- Chicago Police officers. ficers gave a false account of the Termination Recommendpolice shooting. The video showed ed that McDonald was walking away The IG has recommended terfrom the police officers with a mination for 11 officers involved in knife, but the officers said the the McDonald case. The IG said teenager approached them with the officers made false statements the weapon. However, none of the footage contained audio, drawing exaggerating the threat posed criticism from relatives and Black by McDonald. Last December, a separate IG report said the police civil rights leaders. department’s top brass, including The blunder is one of sever- command level-officers, agreed al that was criticized in a recent that the shooting was justified.

U.S. Department of Justice report, Among the 11 officers the IG which said Chicago Police officers recommended for termination is in various incidents gave false reChief of Detectives Eugene Roy, ports that were rarely examined or who stepped down as he neared investigated by the Independent Police Review Authority (IPRA). the mandatory retirement age.

The DOJ report said not until the The IG also recommended Depurelease of the McDonald video has ty Chief David Naughton and nine “CPD made much effort to ensure lower-ranking officers.

Van Dyke and at least four offithat cameras and microphones entrusted to officers are working cers are fighting their terminations properly and are not tampered before the Chicago Police Review Board. They include Janet Monwith.”

The DOJ report cited a January dragon, Daphne Sebastian, Ricar2016 CPD report that said the au- do Viramontes and Sgt. Stephen dio on 80 percent of dash cam vid- Franko.

The other officers recommendeos was not working or had been tampered with. In a July 28 police ed for termination include Joseph shooting, there was no audio or Walsh, David March, Sgt. Daniel video when a Chicago Police offi- Gallagher, Sgt. Stephen Franko cer shot and killed 18-year-old Paul and Dora Fontaine. www.chicagodefender.com

LOCAL

Obama’s Wealth About to Get Bigger

By Erick Johnson Defender Contributing Writer His half-billion-dollar library in Jackson Park will be the most expensive in presidential history. Then there are the millions he made working in the White House. Former President Barack Obama has been rolling in the dough as he led the richest nation on the planet out of the Great Recession.

His presidential career may be over, but Obama’s bank account will keep growing.

With a soaring popularity and stellar political connections, the suave leader has the potential to make more money than his predecessor while being the most soughtout Black man in the world. After all, his inauguration shattered attendance records in the nation’s capital, and his election drew an unprecedented amount of Black voters in American history.

The White House may have reaped good fortunes for the Obamas, but their best years may be even greener. On the social scene, will he serve as grand marshal of the Bud Billiken parade or write another New York Times bestseller?

Building His Library However, the first order of business as America’s former first family takes Obama and ex-first

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Seeks ideas for $500 million library lady Michelle to the South Side of Chicago, where all eyes are now on building the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park.

Organizations such as the predominantly Black church, Apostolic Church of God, are looking forward to having the facility in Woodlawn. Many hope the facility will spark an economic rebirth in the area.

Shortly after making the departure from 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, the Obamas posted a video on their foundation website, announcing their post-White House plans.

They also asked supporters for ideas for the $500 million library, whose location was announced last May after months of speculation that the facility would be built in Washington Park.

“More than a library or museum, it will be a living, working center for citizenship.

That’s why we want to hear from you,” Obama said. “Tell us what you want this project to be and tell us what’s on your minds.”

“Send us your ideas, your hopes, your beliefs about what we can achieve together,” Michelle said in the video. “Tell us about the young leaders and companies and organizations that inspire you. This will be your presidential center just as it is ours.”

Michelle also said they will spend time with family and “stay still a bit.”

The Obamas are riding a wave of popularity as they begin new lives as private citizens. Their departure from the Oval Office drew as much coverage as Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration. With Trump’s unpopular views, it was a long goodbye for America’s first Black president.

In a rare inaugural day speech for outgoing presidents, Obama spoke at Andrews Air Force Base shortly after he and Michelle left the White House. “ W e have really been milking this goodbye thing,” he joked at the event. “So it behooves me to be very brief.

“I’ve said before and I’ll say again: When we started on this journey, we did so with an abiding faith in the American people and their abilities, our abilities, to join together to change the country in ways that would make life better for our kids and our grandkids.”

Supp o r te r s cheered and re-

peated the phrase, “Yes we can,” which was Obama’s central theme for his 2008 campaign.

“To all of you who have put your heart and soul, not just into our campaigns, but to making school better, to making sure our veterans got the care they need,” he added in his closing comments, “we could not be prouder of you. I could not be prouder.”

As Trump reveled in inaugural day festivities, the Obamas flew to California for a vacation before returning to Washington to begin living in a historic $5.3 million, red brick, nine-bedroom mansion in the Kalorama neighborhood. They will be there until daughter Sasha graduates from the exclusive Sidwell Friends School where sister Malia received her high school diploma. The Obamas’ neighbors will be first daughter Ivanka Trump and Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos. Obama will be the first president to stay in D.C. after his term since Woodrow Wilson in 1921.

Today, the Obamas are rich. The couple earned fat paychecks while in the White House. Since 2007, the couple raked in over $17 million, according to the couple’s joint tax returns. For eight years, Obama earned $400,000 annually as commander in chief.

It’s a far cry from Obama’s private years where the couple earned just $240,505 in 2000, according to tax returns.

But with Obama’s eloquence and enduring popularity, the former Hyde Park resident’s wealth could skyrocket like most former presidents. A recent study by American University in Washington, D.C., said the Obamas could stand to make as much as $242 million once out of the White House.

Obama has already proven to be an accomplished and popular author. His three public books, Dreams from My Father, The Audacity of Hope and Of Thee I Sing have netted him $15 million. Following the presidency, experts predict, he could earn about $30 million for his presidential memoir. Michelle could garner an estimated $10 million for hers, according to the New York Times.

Many presidents establish foundations and enjoy lucrative second careers. According to CNN, former President Bill Clinton and his wife, Hillary, earned an average of $210,795 per speech in the years since he left office. That totals about $153 million for 729 paid speaking engagements.

One thing that is certain is that Obama no longer needs a job. In keeping with the 1958 Former Presidents Act, Obama will receive the salary $205,700 a year for the rest of his life. Among the other perks for being a former president are health insurance and round-the-clock Secret Service protection until his death.

While the costs of Secret Service protection are kept private, Obama will also receive funds for an office, staff and related expenses.

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NATIONAL

NNPA Receives $1.5 Million Trump Makes No Attempt to Mend Fences Grant for Education Campaign

By Lauren Victoria Burke

By Stacy M. Brow NNPA Newswire Contributor When civil rights icon Dr. Benjamin Chavis was named president and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), he remained true to form, touting the Black Press as the uncensored, objective and unflinching media voice.

On that sun-soaked day in June 2014 in Portland, Oregon, Chavis proclaimed his eagerness to deliver “trusted, sustainable and innovative relationships for the NNPA.”

paign designed to heighten public awareness of ESSA, and to focus on efforts and policies aimed at closing the achievement gaps for students of color and low-income students, Chavis said.

By raising awareness of ESSA policies, the Washington, D.C.-headquartered NNPA seeks to empower parents to advocate for these policies for their students and communities, he said.

Closing Achievement Gap

Additionally, for opinion leaders, this is a tremendous opportunity to support policies and issues that will make a difference in closing the achievement gap, Chavis said.

“The ESSA grant is critical to improving edIt didn’t take long. ucation for minorities,” said Dr. Under Chavis’ leadership, the Elizabeth V. Primas, the project organization has increased its manager for the NNPA/ESSA visibility and has continued to grant and director of Literacy carve out a name as a trusted and Acceleration at the Friendand respected news source. ship Public Charter Schools.

Now, the NNPA, a network of Primas has a lifelong history of 211 Black-owned media compaachievement in teaching and nies, has received a $1.5 million leadership within D.C. public grant from the Bill & Melinda schools.

Gates Foundation to support a “Despite past laws, many mithree-year, multi-media public norities have been left behind,” awareness campaign focusing said Primas. “NNPA will be inon the unique opportunities and Dr. Benjamin Chavis strumental in ensuring that all challenges of the recently enactstakeholders are aware of the ed Every Student Succeeds Act components in the ESSA law that will increase – or ESSA. the number of students that are college ready.”

“The NNPA is pleased to partner with the Bill Specifically, the NNPA will research state efand Melinda Gates Foundation to raise public forts to ensure success for all students, gather awareness throughout the United States about feedback while conducting forums, and mainthe ESSA,” Chavis said. “Bridging the academic tain multiple platforms to keep the community achievement gap in education K-12, in particular informed, she said. for African-American students and others from “For the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation disadvantaged communities, is of critical importo give the grant to NNPA to fund a 36-month tance over the next several years.” multi-media public awareness campaign foChavis noted that, in 2017, the Black Press in cused on the unique benefits and challenges America will celebrate 190 years in publishing, of ESSA to the African-American community, and there’s no more important issue than the means that the Gates Foundation understands education of students from communities that and appreciates the value, reach, and influence cry out for the highest quality education. of NNPA,” Primas said.

“The ESSA law was established to help inNNPA Chairperson and Washington Informcrease the effectiveness of public education in er Publisher Denise Rolark Barnes said she is every state,” said Chavis. “Our task is to inform, proud that NNPA will be counted on to get the inspire, and encourage parents, students, teachword out about ESSA to the NNPA’s 20 million ers, and administrators to fulfill the intent and newspaper readers and those who follow and objectives of ESSA with special focus on those like Black Press USA on social media. students and communities that have been mar“We look forward to inciting interest and ginalized and underserved by the education sysaction around ESSA and making it a household tem across the nation.” name throughout the community,” Rolark Barnes Under ESSA, states will adhere to more flexisaid, noting Obama’s words when he signed the ble federal regulations that provide for improved bill into law. elementary and secondary education in the naObama said: “With this bill, we reaffirm that tion’s public schools. fundamentally American ideal – that every child, The law also ensures that every child, regardregardless of race, income, background, the ZIP less of race, income, background, or where they code where they live, deserves the chance to live, have the opportunity to obtain a high-quality make of their lives what they will.” education. ESSA, which reauthorizes the EleIn a statement, Sen. Patty Murray (D-Wash.), mentary and Secondary School Act (ESEA) and ranking member of the Senate Health, Educareplaces No Child Left Behind, received bipartition, Labor, and Pensions Committee, and Consan support and was signed into law by Presigressman Bobby Scott (D-Va.), ranking member dent Barack Obama on Dec. 10, 2015. of the House Committee on Education and the The regulations are administered by the U.S. Workforce, said passing ESSA was a “critical Department of Education and will go into effect step in our work to make sure all children have Jan. 30. access to a high-quality public education, no With the Gates Foundation grant, NNPA will matter where they live, how they learn, or how engage its 211 member publications in more much money their parents make.” than 70 markets across the country in a cam06 January 25 - 31, 2017 • THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

NNPA Newswire Contributor Donald Trump’s inaugural address was heavy on nationalism and populism. It also was light on any attempt to bridge the divide between his supporters and those who didn’t support him, thousands of whom marched in the streets in record numbers the day after his inauguration.

Speaking for 16 minutes, the new president made no attempt to reach out to those who did not support him though he received 2.8 million fewer votes than his challenger, Hillary Clinton, the largest popular vote margin loss for any elected president in history.

Trump now enters office with the lowest approval numbers in history and failed to comment in any way on his predecessor, President Obama, during his speech. Trump did salute Bill and Hillary Clinton at a congressional lunch after the inauguration ceremony.

“I’m very honored” the Clintons came to my inauguration, Trump said in a rare act of graciousness unseen during the 2016 campaign.

bigoted statements that demean American citizens in order to score points with his political base,” wrote Rep. Alcee Hastings hours after the inauguration. “I will not play a part in normalizing divisive rhetoric that adds nothing to the critical conversations we face in the near future.”

Hastings, along with 62 other members of the House, did not attend.

How Trump will actually govern, no one knows. He enters office as the oldest and least-qualified individual to ever become president of the United States.

Trump is the first person to become president who has never served in elected office or been a member of the military.

Trump’s staff was quick to rewrite the WhiteHouse.gov website. A section on law enforcement read, “the Trump Administration will be a law-and-order administration. President Trump will honor our men and women in uniform and will support their mission of protecting the public. The dangerous anti-police atmosphere in America is wrong. The Trump Administration will end it.”

The Trump Administration also moved quickly to erase any mention of civil rights and health care from the WhiteHouse.gov website.

Trump has yet to meet with civil rights leaders and activists and has instead chosen substance and detail-free meetings with celebrities such as Steve Harvey, Jim Brown and Kanye West, none of whom could state in detail what exactly the results of the conversations were.

The Trump Administration already appears mainly focused on finding policy positions that are the opposite of what President Obama, mandated rather than carving out a specific identity based on unique ideas outside of that paradigm.

The Trump Administration moved quickly to erase any mention of civil rights and health care from the WhiteHouse. gov website.

On Crime and Punishment But Trump also went on to further stereotype urban communities within a narrative of crime and problems, as he often did during the 2016 campaign.

Trump told the crowd of dignitaries and other onlookers that America has “an education system flush with cash, but which leaves our young and beautiful students deprived of all knowledge; and the crime and the gangs and the drugs that have stolen too many lives and robbed our country of so much unrealized potential. This American carnage stops right here and stops right now.”

However, research shows that all crime, especially the murder rate, has declined over the last 20 years.

“It was the meanest, lowdown speech I’ve ever heard,” said Rep. Jaimie Raskin (D-Md.), a new member of the U.S. House.

“As I said previously, it is quite simply wrong for the president to use his position of power to continue to make racist, sexist, and

Lauren Victoria Burke is a political analyst who speaks on politics and African-American leadership.

She is also a frequent contributor to the NNPA Newswire and BlackPressUSA.com. Connect with Lauren by email at LBurke007@gmail. com and on Twitter at @LVBurke.

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CITY DESK

Northwestern Launches State-of-the-Art Center for CPS Students On Sunday, Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Northwestern University President Morton Schapiro attended the grand opening of a new state-of-the-art center to house the Northwestern Academy — a program to support Chicago Public School students in preparing for success at competitive colleges and universities.

They were joined by students enrolled in the Northwestern Academy and their parents. The academy will graduate its inaugural cohort of seniors this spring.

Located on Northwestern’s Chicago campus in Streeterville, the new high-tech center makes the academy’s programming and support services more easily accessible to CPS students. The center was previously on Northwestern’s Evanston campus.

“We’re excited to provide this terrific new space for the Northwestern Academy for Chicago Public Schools. By having it located on our Chicago campus, it makes it easier for the CPS students to attend the programs, and it’s a great addition to our campus,” said President Schapiro.

Launched in 2013, the Northwestern Academy for Chicago Public Schools is a multi-year college preparation and enrichment program for diverse, academically motivated students from Chicago Public

Aacademy advisers provide student participants with on-site college counseling and advising and assistance on applying for financial aid.

Schools. About 200 students from 40 CPS high schools are enrolled in the academy this school year.

Of the 58 high school seniors in the class, the majority of students have already been accepted by at least one college or university for next fall, and a greater majority — 86 percent — will be the first in their families to go to college.

“While CPS students are making remarkable gains and breaking academic records, we continue to focus on college readiness opportunities to ensure that they will be successful in the next steps of their education,” said CPS Chief Education Officer Dr. Janice K. Jackson.

The Northwestern Academy for Chicago Public Schools accepted its first class of students in 2014. Students apply for the academy during the winter of their freshman year in high school, and are accepted into the academy in June as they complete their freshman year.

The newly rehabbed center provides

classrooms designed to foster collaboration between students, Northwestern teachers and staff, as well as families. Each classroom is equipped with 21st century wireless and high-res technology to facilitate conference calls with prospective college and universities, as well as virtual tours of college campuses. Additionally, academy advisers provide student participants with on-site college counseling and advising and assistance on applying for financial aid.

Personal Enrichment Northwestern Academy is a program of Northwestern’s School of Education and Social Policy. The program provides students with personal enrichment, leadership development, college advising and cultural and civic engagement. The academy is supported by Northwestern as an extension of its Good Neighbor, Great University initiative to expand college access.

The academy is offered at no cost to students.

Northwestern’s investment in the Northwestern Academy is one of many longstanding partnerships the university has with CPS to provide Chicago’s students additional academic and enrichment opportunities. Just last week, Northwestern announced a newly formed partnership with Lake View High School, where they will support students and teachers with tailored programs. This includes a new summer laboratory opportunity that will provide students with the research-based skills of scientific discovery.

In addition to partnerships with colleges and universities, this includes strategic investments in college-level coursework and dual-credit/dual-enrollment opportunities in schools throughout the city to improve college access and affordability for students citywide.

CPS students with a strong academic performance, determination and motivation to engage in rigorous academics, and a desire to explore college possibilities beyond those in Chicago are encouraged to apply for the Northwestern Academy.

To apply, students must be a freshman in high school, and submit an application, recommendation and writing samples.

Northwestern Academy will invite finalists to interview and meet with advisers.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Only Blacks Trump Meets Are Rich and Famous I’ve been a fan of Steve Harvey’s for years and admire that he generously contributes significant resources in the way of time and money to many African-American causes. But first and foremost, he’s a wealthy celebrity, television personality and also a pageant host. Incidentally, Donald Trump’s altruistic practices are less noble; in fact, they’re illegal at worst and unscrupulous at best. Harvey is admittedly about that dollar and we all know that Trump is, too.

But sometimes, it’s OK to say “No,” particularly when you’re supposed to be acting on all of “the Blacks’ ” best interest and not just your own.

Harvey was just under fire for being accused of making “racist” comments and meeting with someone who has made them. Not a good look.

And not good timing, either.

Although I believe Harvey may have been sincere by meeting with Trump, he said at President Obama’s request, it was on the heels of Trump’s dogged recommitment and Congress’ vote to repeal Obamacare — which affects all of us, including “the Blacks” — and Trump’s blatant disregard and disdain for civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis just days before the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.

Yet, what surprised me most was Harvey’s follow-up comments. Instead of reserving comment, Harvey entered the meeting one way and came out another, singing Trump’s praises after Trump proclaimed him as a “good friend.”

It was almost as bad as if Harvey were dancing on television with a fried drumstick in one hand and a slice of watermelon in the other — actually, this was worse. So I ask, “What has Trump done for Harvey to say he’s going to do a great job for ‘the Blacks?’ ” Anything short of firing senior adviser Stephen Bannon (and his cohorts), rejecting attorney general nominee Jeff Sessions and not repealing Obamacare, then there’d be no need to comment. Period.

No shade, no tea (meaning no disrespect) to our girl Oprah, but all of the Blacks who say “calm down,” or whom Trump meets with is either a billionaire/multi-millionaire, athlete or a celebrity: Bob Johnson, Fred Williamson, Kanye West, (all of whom endorsed Trump); Oprah, Jim Brown, Ray Lewis, Steve Harvey . . . who next?

Michael Jordan?

Tiger Woods? By the way, contrary to popular belief, all Blacks don’t know one another. So, according to Mr. Trump: Keep ‘em laughing, keep ‘em dancing, keep ‘em jumping,

keep ‘em singing so they “the Blacks” won’t notice what’s going on. Some of us “the Blacks” can clearly see when we’re being hoodwinked, bamboozled, Mr. Trump.

Now, don’t’ get me wrong, Black athletes played a pivotal and powerful role to help shape and improve the landscape of this country. They were very active in the Civil Rights Movement.

During the 1960s, Black athletes, including Muhammad Ali, Jim Brown and others marched and spoke against injustices Blacks in this country faced every day. And all nine Black Olympic athletes, except O.J. Simpson, boycotted the 1968 Olympics as a stand against social injustices. Many entertainers, including Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis, Mahalia Jackson, Josephine Baker, Lena Horne, Sidney Poitier, Sammy Davis Jr., Paul Robeson and Harry Belafonte, who is still very active, were at the forefront of the movement, risking their lives, liberty and livelihood. These were all public displays of commitment, courage and solidarity for us Blacks as a whole.

A serious contingent for Blacks would include mayors, pastors, urban renewal and planning professionals, community leaders and activists, people in the trenches every day who are qualified and ready to hit the ground running. As for a “the Blacks’ ” representative, it should not be a multimillionaire (or billionaire), because that sends the wrong message and they can’t relate.

However, there are celebrities, even young ones such as Jessie Williams and Zendaya, who see and are taking a stand and speaking out against social injustices. But if you must meet with millionaire athletes, why not Colin Kaepernick (oh, yeah, that’s right, he’s got a beef with Colin). And if you’re going to meet with a multimillionaire celebrity for “the Blacks,” why not Denzel Washington, who is very sincere, respected, philanthropic and whom we admire as a man with integrity?

I’d always hoped that by now, Trump would have extended the “olive branch” to his former Black contestants from The Apprentice.

They were very impressive and highly credentialed in addition to being smart, energetic leaders. I had to stop watching the show because it seemed that he questioned their abilities and refused to hire them no matter how qualified.

But Trump enjoys the company of celebrities over talented, knowledgeable, qualified “the Blacks.” Memo to Trump: This is not your reality show Celebrity Apprentice.

It’s real African-American life.

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Martina Evans, Esquire

Congressman John Lewis

Black Lawmakers Should Work With Trump Dear Congressman John Lewis, This letter is written in the loving, nonviolent spirit of my leader and teacher, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., as we have just observed his 88th birthday. While we all appreciate the national holiday and the many commemorative activities, I am afraid that some do not understand the Man and the Movement.

As a field staff organizer of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC), I know, love and respect you, Congressman John Lewis.

I was among the first group in our organization to be sent into Selma to mobilize for the right to vote and was on Edmund Pettus Bridge with you on Bloody Sunday, along with Hosea Williams, Ms. Boytin, and many others. During our struggle, we marched, were beaten, and like Jimmy Lee Jackson, some died so we could have representation in government. We accomplished this using the steps and principles of nonviolence, and I implore you to revisit them.

Dr. King taught us to be committed in the philosophy and methods of nonviolence. We believe that all conflicts should end with reconciliation of adversaries. Afterward, you work together in the spirit of friendship and goodwill. He taught us that hating one’s opponents was not only immoral, but bad strategy that only creates a cycle of revenge and retaliation.

Nonviolence uses grace, humor, and intelligence to confront the other party with a list of injustices along with a plan for addressing and resolving these injustices. We must look for what is positive in every action and statement. We must never humiliate our opponent, but call forth the good in them.

I strongly disagreed with the refusal of you and other lawmakers to attend the inauguration of Donald Trump. The Black community is in dire straits, and we should have our

elected officials present during the transition of power.

It is your responsibility, along with your colleagues, to represent us in the halls of Congress. Across our country, the Black community is suffering. This is after we struggled so hard to secure the right to vote and elect Black officials throughout America. In recent memory, no prominent Black or any elected official has mentioned a plan for Black America except for the author of Powernomics, Dr. Claud Anderson, economist and former official in President Carter’s administration.

To hear that you and others refuse to meet with the president to address the issues facing the Black community is appalling. It is not in the spirit of Dr. King or the teachings of nonviolence. Nonviolence seeks to develop friendship and understanding with your opponent. It does not seek to defeat it. It is to be directed against evil systems, oppressive policies, unjust acts, but not against a person.

Dr. King met with President Johnson during our struggle for Civil Rights, and Coretta Scott King, who led the fight for the national holiday, met with President Reagan. While today Jim Brown and Steve Harvey have been ridiculed and vilified for meeting with Trump to discuss finding a remedy for the inner cities. This is troubling when you consider that other groups, including the Hispanic-American Chamber of Commerce, Asian-American and Pacific Islanders, hospital CEOs, business, union and tech industry leaders have all met Trump.

I have read Trump’s plan for Black America. I suggest that you and other Black leaders look and see if there should be anything omitted or added. Nonviolence teaches that through reasoned compromise, both sides can resolve the injustice with a plan of action. Keep your eyes on the prize.

Dorothy Wright Tillman www.chicagodefender.com

FINANCE

BUSINESS

How to Multiply on Maximizing Your Resources

By Sakira Jackson Defender Contributing Writer Last time we talked about how to start maximizing on the resources. Today we’ll talk about the next three steps in maximizing your business.

1. Olympic-size sales staff 2. Focus on the big fish 3. Call for backup

Olympic Sized Sales Team

How to Catch up by Filing Back Taxes

By Constant W. Watson III

Years ago you were just at the mercy of the IRS. But now you have a chance to get your life back.

Defender Contributing Writer You could opt to represent yourself before the IRS. There is the offer-in-compromise program. Some Most people who have IRS problems haven’t people do go that route. But representing yourfiled in a few years. It’s a common problem. You self before the IRS is like going to court without are not alone. Don’t be embarrassed. a lawyer. I wouldn’t recommend that. Or, you can Nearly 10 million people have delinquent tax re- hire someone who knows all the ins-and-outs and turns. In all my years of practicing before the IRS, navigates the IRS maze on a daily basis. You can I’ve seen people who had a rough patch in their hire someone who knows how to protect you and life that kept them from filing and paying their tax- your rights. Once you take that first big step and es. IRS problems happen to good decide you are done with sleeppeople. Someone gets sick and they nights, you need to make the There are new less can’t work, someone loses their job. second-biggest decision — hiring It’s terrible. There’s no money to pay a competent professional who laws that have the taxes one year so they don’t file, cares about you and is an expert gone into effect taking on the IRS. and the person is afraid to file after that. They don’t want to get caught Believe it or not, there are new to help financially and they certainly don’t want to end laws that have gone into effect to up in jail. But worse than not paying strapped taxpayers help financially strapped taxpayyour taxes is not filing your return. ers today. The IRS announced today.

It’s against the law. their “Fresh Start Initiative,” You may be asking, “Is there anywhich allows more taxpayers than thing I can do to get my life back?” Yes, there is! ever before to settle up with the agency. Now is You can get your life back. First you have to decide the time to take advantage of these less-stringent, that you want your life back. You have to decide more flexible programs before the IRS changes its that you aren’t going to take this anymore and that mind again. Remember that for every tax problem, you want to fix it. Once you make the decision there is a solution. that you want help, and you no longer want to live in fear, or hide from those dreaded IRS notices, Constant W. Watson III, CPA, CTRS, is both a phone calls and visits — you will have taken the big- certified public accountant and a certified tax resgest step in getting your life back on track. Don’t olution specialist. He is only one of six certified tax let the IRS bully you into hiding under a rock, in resolution specialists in the state of Illinois who are the closet, or under your blankets. There are many certified by the American Society of Tax Problem options and ways to get your life back. Even better Solvers. With more than 30 years of income tax and yet, there’s a way to protect your savings and your accounting experience, he has a reputation for excelpaycheck, a way for you to keep your car. lence and client satisfaction. For a free consultation, There are laws to protect taxpayers nowadays. call him at (708) 206-9900. www.chicagodefender.com

Now we all know you can’t have a sales staff of 10,000 who work around the clock for free, but there is a tool that will do exactly that – direct-mail marketing. Direct mail is a written piece of sales and informative copy that offers information about your company and your products/services to potential customers/clients. You can produce sales letters, brochures or proposals that can be mailed out to a list of leads.

This approach cannot only open your door to thousands of new customers/clients, it can save you thousands of dollars in advertising.

Focus on the Bigger Fish You must be careful not to waste your time on clients who are simply not interested. You must focus on bigger fish. Remember, the lessons we talked previously about include how you should always be targeting higher-quality prospects.

To do this, you have to take the time to research and learn about your potential clients to make sure you are targeting the right companies to work with. Make sure they are companies that will benefit from your products/services over a long period.

If you’re not sure where to start finding big fish clients, go back over our previous lessons or consider purchasing a direct-mail list that specifically targets the clients you need. You can purchase or rent lists with name, title, job specs and contact information.

This gives you a jumping-off point in finding high-quality clients.

Call for Backup Don’t be afraid of telemarketing. It’s a powerful tool than can be done tastefully and be highly effective. However, keep in mind, when not handled correctly it can bring about negative reactions. To be successful with telemarketing, you need to use these tips: 1. Your first line of defense should be direct and email market-

Dr. Sakira Jackson ing.

2. Test before you start a telemarketing campaign.

3. Set the price for your offer.

4. Use a progressive approach with your campaign.

Progressive contact helps build trust and allows the potential customer/client to establish a positive relationship with you. These are the progressive steps you should take: 1. Put your prospect at ease.

2. Present your offer in a natural, conversational way.

3. Avoid being argumentative or pushy.

4. Always be honest.

5. Perfect your 30-second elevator speech.

6. Clearly state your name, business name, reason you’re calling and where you got their information.

7. Offer the benefits of your products and services.

8. Mention one of the features that back up the benefits.

9. Ask preliminary questions that give you information about the prospect.

These step-by-step methods can help you be successful with a telemarketing campaign and avoid a negative response, which could stigmatize your business forever. If you need any help with your marketing, try our free test drive to work with me. Take a test drive at www.mastersofbusinessacademy. com or take the $10,000 marketing challenge at www.sakirajackson.com.

Dr. Sakira Jackson is the founder and CEO of Brainpower Consulting and the Masters of Business Academy. Dr. Jackson coaches business owners to million-dollar transformations using proven techniques for strategic business growth, client attraction, revenue generation, income acceleration and business transformation.

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ENTERTAINMENT

The New Edition Story: Bobby Brown Reveals ‘No Regrets’

By Mary L. Datcher Defender Arts & Entertainment Editor Who didn’t love the baby faces of New Edition growing up in the 1980s? It was a golden era of R&B music, bringing another wave of young singers in as Disco was moving out and the Jackson 5 was entering adulthood.

The Boston natives tugged at our heartstrings with their break-out indie hit, ”Candy Girl,” in 1983. They were signed to MCA Records where they released their first album, dominating the radio airwaves with “Cool It Now,” “Telephone Man,” and “Lost in Love” in 1984.

As time went on, we grew up rocking with Bobby Brown, Michael Bivins, Ricky Bell, Ralph Tresvant and Ronnie Devoe as their careers skyrocketed and the stars rose. But as they grew as R&B mega-stars, so did the growing pains of the music business.

Founding member Bobby Brown left the group to pursue a solo career, leaving the four to maintain the New Edition brand. In 1988, R&B artist Johnny Gill joined the NE family. Often compared to Teddy Pendergrass, Gill was a Washington, D.C., native who had garnered a modest following as a solo artist before joining the group.

With the release of Heartbreak Hotel, it relaunched the group to another level, produced by platinum selling producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. The album went on to sell over 4 million copies, sprouting out singles “If It Isn’t Love,” “Can You Stand the Rain,” and “N. E. Heart Break.”

Eventually, each member branched off to jumpstart their successful music projects, including solo albums from Ralph Tresvant, Bell Biv Devoe and Johnny Gill.

Over the next 10 years, they would enjoy the fruits of their solo careers, with Bobby Brown selling over 14 million albums and marrying music icon Whitney Houston.

As the group went through various changes in both their professional and personal lives, so did the music business.

In the last few years, NE has reunited, putting aside their differences to tour and bring each of their individual styles and branding to their shows.

During this time, long-time friend and colleague Jesse Collins felt there was a story that should be told — in their words.

With a great deal of conversations and meetings, and the commitment of all six members, Collins and the team began to produce The New Edition Story. About 10 years from the inception, he says, the first conversation began with Michael Bivins and the rest of the guys.

The biopic chronicles the musical journey of the members from their humble beginnings in Boston throughout their triumphs and challenges. The three-part miniseries runs on BET Networks on Jan. 24, 25, 26.

As one of the producers, Bobby Brown wanted to set the record straight with their

The cast of the “New Edition Story.” fans. “We want the story to be told right since we’re here and we’re all alive. It’s important the truth is told. It’s a little mixed up that all of us riff. Basically the best part of this film is that it’s the truth. We’ve been to hell and back, but we’re still here to tell the story,” he said. “I think that’s the best part, that we’re here to tell the story.”

Collins, a music industry veteran, want people to take away more than a Cinderella story about a group of Black kids from the projects who made it big — it was much deeper.

“It’s a story about brotherhood. These guys became brothers during the process of forming this group. It’s that brotherhood that’s kept them together, whether they wanted to be together or not through all that’s led to today. These six guys are like your family. You got some cousins that drive you crazy and you have some uncles and some aunts. At the end of day at Christmas, you come together because you love each other.”

Having all of the members participate in the process and tell their stories was key in bringing the truth to screen.

Collins says, “The movie would never have happened if the six wasn’t involved.

It was really interesting because I think it allowed them to feel some old things.

There was a lot of things that you don’t really talk about, you just remember you were mad at someone but never had the conversation to talk it through. The script forced those conversations. It was really great for everyone.”

Bobby Brown felt the same way. “I produced it along with my bandmates. We were on the set with the actors and gave them a chance to nibble on how we actually are. They made it authentic.”

Diversity of Talent The biopic includes a diversity of rising talent that viewers will be familiar with

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from their past stellar credits.

Woody McClain (Bobby Brown), Bryshere Y. Gray (Micheal Bivins), Elijah Kelley (Ricky Bell), Algee Smith (Ralph Tresvant), Keith Powers (Ronnie Devoe) and Luke James (Johnny Gill).

For singer and actor Luke James, portraying Johnny Gill has become a dream come true.

“This whole film has been a divine kind of thing — how everyone was cast as well as our own backstories about learning about New Edition. I used to mimic Johnny when I was a kid. I used to mimic his voice and listen to all of his music. Fast forward to here I am, so it wasn’t hard for me to interpret him singing-wise,” he said. “As far as acting, I just wanted to be honest in telling his story and how he felt and certain situations. It took some hanging around the fellas and around him, texting and asking some of the questions, researching myself and watching ”Unsung.“ For Brown, this film is about setting the record straight on many fronts, and he feels his image and his bandmates can at times be misinterpreted in the wrong light.

“There’s been a lot of false statements about each individual including myself.

When they see this movie, they’re going to see the joy and pain that we had to suffer to get where we are to be here today.

You’ll see the reasons why we are still here. We have strong parents, mothers,” Brown adds. “We had a set of values that we followed all throughout our careers that helped us. Our training, our everything for this business. We gave our lives for this business.”

Working with the other cast members on this film gave James a small slice of what an artist must have gone through on a major label. As an R&B artist, he found similar challenges in his own career.

“It’s not that different. I think everything

is trying to get believers. Trying to get people to believe in your vision as an artist. NE had a vision for themselves. It gets kind of molded into what other people should be when they see kids. Let’s continue doing pop, you guys should shave your beards.

When you’re 19 and progress as an artist, you evolve every day. That’s a struggle all artists have to go through, especially trying to sell yourself but at the same time staying true to your artistry.”

For the film’s soundtrack, they brought back the producers who created all of the beautiful magic from the beginning, — Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis and Kenny ‘Babyface” Edmonds.

Collins says, “Jam and Lewis did everything that they produced for NE — The Heartbreak album and Home Again album.

Kenny did all of the early stuff. He did “Cool It Now,” “Candy Girl” and the Johnny stuff like “My My My.” Same with “Can You Stand the Rain” — it doesn’t get any better than to have Jam and Lewis.

James says the actors had one month to learn everything from the choreography in Brooke Payne’s boot camp — NE’s first manager and choreographer — to recording the songs in the studio. Although most of the production was filmed onset in L.A., there will be familiar exterior scenes from the group’s hometown of Boston.

As the 47-year old singer Bobby Brown reflects on the rollercoaster journey of six Black men, he shares no regrets of the ride. If he was to do it all over again, he would share a couple of things with his “younger” self.

“I would tell myself to be careful and not to party so much. I partied a lot in my life and thank God, I have a great woman in my life right now. My family keeps me grounded. My children. I don’t have any regrets of what I’ve done in life because I wouldn’t be here today if I didn’t do the things that I’ve done.” www.chicagodefender.com

ARTS AND CULTURE

‘I Am Not Your Negro’ Filmmaker: Q&A with Raoul Peck

By Mary L. Datcher Defender Arts & Entertainent Editor In 1979, James Baldwin wrote a letter to his literary agent describing his next project, Remember This House. The book was to be a revolutionary, personal account of the lives and successive assassinations of three of his close friends — Medgar Evers, Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. At the time of Baldwin’s death in 1987, he left behind only 30 completed pages of this manuscript.

Now, in his incendiary new documentary, master filmmaker Raoul Peck envisions the book James Baldwin never finished.

The result is a radical, up-to-the-minute examination of race in America, using Baldwin’s original words and flood of rich archival material. I Am Not Your Negro is a journey into Black history that connects the past of the Civil Rights movement to the present of #BlackLivesMatter.

The film is nominated for an Oscar Award in the Documentary (Feature) category and recently nominated for an NAACP Image Award for “Best Documentary.” The compelling narrative questions Black representation in Hollywood and beyond. And ultimately, by confronting the deeper connections between the lives and assassination of these three leaders, Baldwin and Peck have produced a work that challenges the very definition of what America stands for.

Opening release for I Am Not Your Negro is Feb. 3. There is a companion book to this film. In addition, there is an educational push, —partnering with schools in opening cities — New York, Chicago and Atlanta. The production company has made a commitment to encourage students to learn more about Baldwin’s literary works by encouraging donors to sponsor free tickets for students to see the film in selected cities.

The Chicago Defender spoke with filmmaker Raoul Peck on the importance of James Baldwin’s works in this new era of activism and social awareness.

What compelled you to create a film based on this particular book and what you hoped the audience takes away from seeing it?

The man I am is due in great part to James Baldwin. He helped me grow, he helped me structure myself. How do I bring it to the generation today? The past 20 years, people have pushed Baldwin back.

Not many people know about him — he’s been in Europe. It’s important now for the discussion. I knew there was some kind of urgency to bring him back.

Starting from there, I worked for a few years trying to find a proper form until I bumped into Remember this House.

Those he wrote in order to make this incredible book, he never managed to write about these three men — Medgar Evers, Malcolm and Martin Luther King before they were 40. Although Malcolm and Martin were enemies, one was a violent torch, the other one was an activist. Both men came very close together towards the end www.chicagodefender.com

“Police had been killing young Black men forever. The only difference is technology calls — today you can see it.”

— Raoul Peck of their life.

For me, once I got to this idea of the book, the film was there. To make a film that would be the essential Baldwin and at the same time, tell the story of these three men and what linked them together.

As a filmmaker, what was the timing of the film and the rise of Donald Trump and white nationalism? Do you think Baldwin would’ve been more shocked of a Trump or Barack Obama as a Black president?

Baldwin would have not been shocked because he went through all of this throughout his life. Nothing could shock Baldwin. The harsh words he’s telling us today is really the result of a whole life. His sharp analysis of this country is the most profound thing that you can hear about what America is. Don’t forget, all of these words are all Baldwin’s. I didn’t write a single word for myself. All of these words were written over 45 years ago.

That’s how strong they are. The way they are raising it today. That says something on how profound and fundamental they are. So there is a lot of blur and there is a lot of paradigm between forbidding us to see the reality today.

The civil rights movement was just one moment, one era of the whole fight. We forgot about that, we got lazy. We thought we made it. They gave us a monument, they gave us Black History month, they gave us MLK day. Martin Luther King was a rebel the last two years of his life. He has speeches that you can’t today use because they make sure you can’t have access to them. Malcolm X was the same. Once he started traveling around the world, he un-

derstood that the race issue was a trap because it keeps you busy while they are still doing the business on your back.

Those two men were getting closer to each other. The next march to Washington was a march against poverty. Black or white — that’s the thing we refuse to see.

The main problem in this country is structural, it’s about power. It’s not just the race issue.

Police had been killing young Black men forever. The only difference is technology calls — today you can see it. You see the film, you see the footage of Selma, Alabama. They are the same, only police officers look like robocops and they all have tanks. It’s the same story again and again.

What was your understanding of his legacy and other parts of the African Diaspora?

He’s virtually important. He doesn’t just analyze who we are as Black people whether in America or elsewhere. What he does is deconstruct the machine — the Hollywood machine. When I was a young boy in Haiti, I would watch American movies. Indians and cowboys, John Wayne, Doris Day — this allowed me to shape my imagination, as it shaped the imagination of many boys and girls throughout the world who are not American. But that got a piece of that American and taught themselves, the way Hollywood showed them.

It took a long time before you could see Harry Belafonte or Sidney Poitier on the street. Even then, you discovered through Baldwin there was a part of the story you weren’t told. I remember seeing Sidney when I was a young boy in ‘Guess Who’s

Coming to Dinner?’ I was of course very proud because I could see a handsome young Black man who could speak English well, who is an intellectual who even gets the white girl. But at some point, I I felt something was wrong.

At the time, I couldn’t exactly put my finger on it. Baldwin opened up and explained it to me. In fact, they are using Sidney against us. They are making him play a role that we, the majority, could never be. Unless you can be Sidney, you only can ‘shut up’. Stay in your lane. That’s why Baldwin is important. He helps us deconstruct the whole machine.

How much access did you have to some of the families of MLK, Malcolm X and Medgar Evers?

I did not really need to. I did reach out to some of Malcolm X’s daughters, and MLK’s and Medgar Evers’ family because we were looking for features. Other than that, the most important part is to have access to the Baldwin estate — the incredible aspect of this film. Without having total access, this film would’ve been impossible.

Gloria Smart, who allowed me to make this film in this condition, was exceptional without any pressure. To give away rights like this for a whole 10 years is unprecedented.

The main part of the project was to bring Baldwin’s film to the forefront. To make sure his legacy would be respected.

The place that he should have in this country should be preserved.

Me and the filmmaker had to be the background, and I chose the role of the messenger. It was not about me, it was about Baldwin and his work.

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ON THE SCENE

Women’s March on Chicago Draws 250,000

A colorful plea for kindness. (Photos by Mary L. Datcher)

Educator Sabrina Gates

A call for love over hate.

16th Ward Ald. Toni Foulkes speaks.

Michelle Obama’s theme rings out.

The crowd pushes on.

Protesters weren’t holding back on their feelings about the new president.

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Plenty of men also attended the Women’s March. www.chicagodefender.com

ON THE SCENE

Taylor Bennett 21st Birthday Party

A friend poses with Taylor Bennett.

(Photos by Brooklyn Wheeler)

Taylor Bennett gets turned up.

Taylor Bennett and Mary L. Datcher.

A symbol of a festive evening.

Walgreens Expressions Challenge Awards

Walgreens Expressions Challenge Awards Ceremony: Regional Vice President John Grant, Director of Community Affairs John Gremer, Walgreens district and store managers along with Judges Ernest Collins and Diane Dinkins-Carr and “The Voice Finalist” Riley Elmore join the first and second place winners of the 2016 Expressions Challenge Contest. www.chicagodefender.com

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IN THE MIXX

Nastashee Scott is Named Chief Counsel in City Clerk Office, Birthday Shout-Outs & More!

The past few days have been a whirlwind of activity as the American people usher out the Obamas and begrudgingly welcome the Trumps. The farewell photos of both President Barack and First Lady Michelle Obama that filled the social media timelines were both endearing and, at times, the reality of eight years of “coolness” gone. Now, for the voters who punched the chad for Donald Trump — God bless you — we know you’re really trying to take up for your new fearless leader.

But for the rest of us, who actually do the research, fact check and believe once baldness takes place, a “combover” should be replaced with a clean-shaven head, our grieving began.

In allegiance to democracy around the globe, a major shout-out, fist bump and hug to all of the AMAZING people who organized and participated in the Women’s March on Chicago the day after the presidential inauguration.

What was intended as a peaceful solidarity, 20,000-50,000 marchers catapulted into over 200,000 bodies taking over downtown Chicago. The weather was one of the few warmer days in the winter with a sea of pink hats and baby strollers of thousands of determined parents, children, young adults and men making their presence known. Some of Chicago’s familiar faces were seen in the crowd: Ald. Toni Foulkes, Ald. Pat Dowell, SEIU’s Jaquie Algee, Ald. Michael Scott Jr. and many prominent supporters.

The crowd took over the streets, but the city was not prepared for the overflow of protesters at the federal building, so the end of the ceremony was canceled. However, after hours of standing and walking, there were a great deal of hungry and curious protesters, so retail businesses and restaurants did great business.

National Promotions Director for RCA Inspiration Cathy Carroll

16th Ward Ald. Toni Foulkes presents a bouquet to Bessie Trotter during Trotter’s 100th birthday celebration at Fresenius Medical Care Bridgeport, a part of Fresenius Kidney Care.

The Centennial Club

Birthday Shout-Out Northeastern University for Inner City Studies’ Professor Robert T. Starks added another year on Jan. 24. Geto DJ extradonaire Paul Harrington turns up on Jan. 25. VP of Governmental Affairs and Corporate Development at AAR Corporation, Cheryl Robinson-Jackson, celebrates Jan. 26. A favorite music industry veteran and National Promotions Director for RCA Inspiration, Cathy Carroll, kicks up her heels Jan. 27. Chicago R&B soultress Nanette Frank on Jan. 28 and music powerbroker, Senior VP of Promotions at Columbia Records, Cynthia Johnson, breathes in another year on Jan. 29. WVON on-air commentator and political consultant Maze Jackson raise his glass on Jan. 30.

We love our house music events, so be ready to add to the calendar this year’s 27th Annual Chosen Few DJ House Music Festival July 1 and 2 in Jackson Park.

What a great line-up of Chosen Few DJ members, but most impressive additions

include Dance music international DJ/ producer/remixer and four-time Grammy nominated Steve ‘Silk’ Hurley, and the Queen of Dance catalog hits, Cece Peniston, on the Saturday line-up. Sunday will continue the Chosen Few DJ House Music Fest with DJs Ron Trent, Hula Mahone, Craig Loftis, Dee Jay Alicia and singing sensation Donna McGhee.

As the Obama Presidential Center begins the process of taking in recommendations of people, organizations and ideas to submit to the foundation, preparations are underway to transform Jackson Park into Obamaland. Insiders are doubtful that festivals will continue there once construction begins, but that won’t stop Househeads.

Where there’s a speaker, mixer or a DJ, the party will go on.

Bessie Trotter, who has lived with chronic kidney disease for four years, turned 100 on Jan. 23. She recently had a birthday celebration at the Fresenius Medical Care Bridgeport clinic. Trotter settled on the South Side of Chicago in 1935 and attended Loyola University with a focus in social work. During World War II, Trotter worked for the Air Force as a clerk typist. She has been active in the community, working over 25 years in the Energy Program and involved with the block club since 1968.

Congrats & Promotions

Nastashee Scott shares a special moment with husband, Ald. Michael Scott, Jr.

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Many congrats to Nastashee Scott, wife of 24th Ald. Michael Scott, Jr. for her new position. Scott, a 15-year-lawyer veteran, is the chief legal counsel for the city clerk’s office. In her new role, she will oversee the City Council Division within clerk’s office, in addition to handling labor relations and providing general counsel on legal matters for the office. www.chicagodefender.com

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

January — February JANUARY 26 Woodlawn Residents and Stakeholders Agenda Meeting Apostolic Church of God Banquet Hall 6320 S. Dorchester Ave., Chicago 6 p.m.-8:30pm Information on the 6-week Urban Development Training Program for Woodlawn residents, the Robotics Workforce Development Program, the Obama Presidential Center and the Woodlawn Master Plan.

Register: www.1woodlawnmeeting7. eventbrite.com

JANUARY 27 — FEBRUARY 19 Magic City Chicago Children’s Theatre: The Station 100 S. Racine Ave., Chicago Magic City, created by Chicago’s internationally acclaimed shadow puppet theater Manual Cinema, will christen the new, 149-seat Pritzker Family Studio Theatre at Chicago Children’s Theatre, The Station.

All Ages. Show times in January include Friday, Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 28 at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.; and Sunday, Jan. 29 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. For tickets and information, visit chicagochildrenstheatre.org or call (872) 222-9555.

JANUARY 28 34th Annual Black Creativity Gala Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago Reception at 6:30 p.m.; Elegant Dinner at 8 p.m.

Featured entertainment: Dante Hall, Chicago Children’s Choir and DJ Nonstop For more information on tickets, visit: www.msichicago.org/blackcreativity Contact: Tiffany Malone at (773) 7533898 or tiffany.malone@msichicago.org

Ill.

The Next Generation of Blues Governors State University 1 University Parkway, University Park,

Show time at 8 p.m.

Featuring Jamiah Rogers and guest vocalist Babidoll, a tribute to guitar’s finest including Buddy Guy, Carlos Santana, Jimi Hendrix, Prince and more.

For more information about on stage events, visit www.Govst.edu/onstage.

Tickets: $28, seniors 65+ $23, students $10. Call 708-235-2222. Parking is free.

JANUARY 29 Pastoral Investiture of Rev. James R. Bryson Jr. First Church of Deliverance 4315 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ill. 5 p.m.

Free to the public.

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Magic City

JANUARY 31 — FEBRUARY 12 The Bodyguard Musical Oriental Theatre 24 W. Randolph St., Chicago Based on the smash hit film, the award-winning musical will star Grammy Award nominee and R&B superstar Deborah Cox. Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard Frank Farmer is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge; what they don’t expect is to fall in love. A breathtakingly romantic thriller, The Bodyguard features a host of irresistible classics including Queen of the Night, So Emotional, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and one of the biggest-selling songs of all time – I Will Always Love You. Tickets are available at all Broadway In Chicago Box Offices (24 W. Randolph St., 151 W. Randolph St., 18 W. Monroe St. and 175 E. Chestnut), the Broadway In Chicago Ticket Line at (800) 775-2000, all Ticketmaster retail locations and online at www.BroadwayInChicago.com.

FEBRUARY 1 Happy Birthday Langston Hughes! A Celebration in Poetry, Prose and Song City Winery 1200 W. Randolph St., Chicago Show time: 8 p.m.

Featuring Regina Taylor, J. Ivy, Terisa Griffin, Jussie Smollett, Lynne Jordan and Malcolm London.

Tickets available: www.citywinery. com/chicago

NOW — FEBRUARY 12 Blues for an Alabama Sky By Pearl Cleage Court Theatre 5535 S. Ellis Ave., Chicago In the midst of the Great Depression,

nually at MSI since 1970.

From the exhibition, the panel selects first, second and third place overall show winners, as well as a winner in each medium category and overall in the youth category. The winners are recognized at a Juried Art Reception, held on Wednesday, Feb. 15 from 6-8:30 p.m.

NOW — MARCH 4

Langston Hughes the creative spirit of New York’s Harlem Renaissance struggles with harsher realities. Angel and Guy, emerging artists with grand dreams, live next door to the more serious and political Delia, a social worker with the goal to open a community family planning clinic. Wednesdays through Sundays. Full show times and tickets available: www.CourtTheatre.org

FEBRUARY 9-15 Claudine the Musical Harold Washington Cultural Center 4701 S. King Drive, Chicago Adapted by Jimalita Tillman, this adaptation tells the story of Claudine Price, a single mother living on welfare with six children, who finds love with a garbage collector, Rupert Marshall, whom she calls “Roop.” Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. Sunday at 5 p.m. All other dates 10 a.m. (matinee subject reservation). For tickets: www.broadwayinbronzeville.com

NOW — FEBRUARY 28 Juried Art Exhibition The Black Creativity Juried Art Exhibition features more than 100 dynamic works – including paintings, sculpture and mixed-media – from African-American artists across the country, chosen by a panel of five jurors.

This longest-running exhibition of African-American art has been displayed an-

Black Creativity Program Museum of Science and Industry Innovation Studio The Innovation Studio, which provides a creative space to inspire young inventors about future possibilities and opportunities in STEM, is another element of Black Creativity. Powered by guests’ own curiosity and inspired by science-related challenges, guests will have access to a variety of materials and tools to create and prototype their solutions to issues in space travel, sleep and more. A gallery highlighting past and current African-American innovators serves as inspiration.

School and community groups may contact MSI’s Group Center at 773-6841414 to reserve a workshop. The Innovation Studio is included in Museum Entry.

NOW – MARCH The Legacy of Cuesta Benberry: An African American Quilt Scholar DuSable Museum of African American History 752 East 56th St., Chicago Unpacking Collections explores the production and meaning of collecting through this collection acquired by the Michigan State University Museum. The traveling exhibition showcases the textile collections of the late Cuesta Benberry, one of the 20th century’s pioneers of research on American quilt making and the forerunner of research on African-American quilt-making. www.dusablemuseum.org

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HEALTH

RECIPE

5 Things to Stop Doing if You Want to Lose Weight

Black America Cooks

©2017 Donna Battle Pierce

Donna Battle Pierce Syndicated Columnist For decades, I have followed my grandmother’s passeddown Southern Yeast Rolls recipe without changing a thing.

That’s why I laughed when a friend’s daughter asked why I made so much dough for such a small household. Had I ever heard about “The Pot Roast Principle?”

“Yes,” I laughed, remembering the pot roast analogy I first heard in a freshman psychology class, as a way of instructing us to question assumptions.

It describes a young cook questioning her mother’s cutting off both ends of a beef roast before placing it in the pan.

Her mother’s response? “It’s a crucial step based on the delicious results from the passed-down recipe.”

Turns out, the mother had learned the step from her mother, and following a series of calls to family members, none of whom had questioned cutting the raw meat, they discovered a great-grandmother had initiated the step of cutting both sides of the chuck roasts sold at her market to accommodate a small pan.

“And yes,” I told my friend’s daughter, “I realize my grandmother’s roll recipe was sized for large family gatherings and neighborhood sharing. But I still keep the celebration ingredient amounts because they allow me to refrigerate several food storage bags filled with dough to use through the week.

By repurposing leftover dough, everyone appreciates the cinnamon rolls, pot pies, and this delicious pizza that follow the first small batch of rolls. Find Granny’s Southern Yeast Rolls on skilletdiaries.com or feel free to use purchased pizza dough for this tasty recipe.

By Malia Frey Verywell.com “I want to lose weight but no matter how hard I try, I can’t seem to slim down.” Does that complaint sound familiar? If you’re like many frustrated dieters, you’re beginning to think that you’ll never get the body you desire.

But there is hope. If you want to lose weight, simply find out which common weight-loss mistakes might be preventing you from getting the results you want. Then make simple changes to tweak your weight loss-plan and slim for good.

1. Stop choosing the wrong diet. How often have you chosen a diet because it worked for a friend? Perhaps you were inspired by a celebrity spokesperson? A diet might be perfect for someone else, but their needs, their lifestyle, and their food preferences could be completely different from yours.

Do this instead: Ask yourself five important questions about your diet history, medical background, and emotional support. The answers will help you to identify your specific needs as a dieter and help you choose the best weight-loss plan for you.

2. Stop setting unrealistic goals. Dieters are often highly motivated and full of excitement at the beginning of their weight-loss program. It is often during this phase that they set unrealistic goals for weight loss. But high expectations can cause weight gain when lack of progress leads to lack of motivation.

Do this instead: Learn how to set small goals that you’ll actually reach. These smaller steps provide a roadmap for your weight-loss journey. As you reach each small goal you get a boost of confidence, and you stay motivated on the way to your ultimate goal.

3. Stop using “lack of time” as an excuse. One of the most common barriers to weight loss is the belief that you don’t have enough time. One study found that 41 percent of women said lack of time was the reason that they didn’t eat better, and 73 percent of women said

they didn’t exercise because their schedules were too busy. The bottom line is that if you want to lose weight, you have to find a way to make time for healthy activity.

Do this instead: Get out an old-fashioned paper calendar and find windows of time that are not consumed by absolute necessities. Then create a schedule for healthy weight-loss activities. Pen in the most important tasks and schedule everything else around them. Don’t be afraid to put other priorities on the back burner or ask for help (see item No. 4) so that you can take the time you need to make your health a top priority.

4. Stop isolating yourself. In a recent interview with Biggest Loser runner-up Hanna Curlee, she said that the most important thing she learned during her successful weight-loss experience was to ask for help. “I was ashamed to ask for help,” she said. “I could have called someone and reached out for help, but I thought I didn’t have anyone.” She realized later that she had friends and family who were willing and able to help her through her weight-loss journey.

Do this instead: Learn how to get diet support from family and friends. Take the time to identify your needs for yourself and then approach others for help. That way, you’ll be clear about defining specific ways in which they can help. Find friends at work, at the gym, in your neighborhood or even at church.

5. Stop underestimating your food intake. Do you really count all of your calories? Remember that even tiny 25-calorie nibbles here and there throughout the day can add up. Snacks count, food from your dining partner’s plate counts, and calories consumed during food preparation count. Your daily caloric intake might be significantly higher than you think.

Do this instead: Use a food tracker. Make your entries more accurate by purchasing an inexpensive food scale. The tool will allow you to report the exact size of each portion you consume.

To read this article in its entirety, visit: www.verywell. com

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Roll Dough Pizza Leftover roll dough 2 tablespoons jarred pasta sauce 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese Optional toppings: sliced mushrooms, pepperoni, meatballs, clams Heat oven to 450 degrees. Remove dough from refrigerator; place on a floured board. Roll to fit an oiled round 15inch pizza pan or roll into a rectangle to fit on an oiled baking pan. Spread 2 tablespoons of pasta sauce over the dough, spreading out to the dough edges. Top with toppings of your choice. Sprinkle with up to 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese.

Transfer to oven; bake until crust begins to brown around the edges and cheese melts, about 7 to 10 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. Cut into slices with a pizza cutter.

Send questions or share your favorite original recipe to dpierce@BlackAmericaCooks.com or Donna Pierce 535 N. Michigan Ave. Suite 3105, Chicago, Ill. 60611. (Include your name and telephone number) If we print your recipe in this column, you will win a new cookbook. Find more recipes and information by joining Donna’s team at SkilletDiaries.com; Facebook: DonnaBattlePierce; Twitter@DonnaBPierce. www.chicagodefender.com

SPORTS

Top 25 Illinois Boys Basketball Rankings #

School

Ovr.

Ratings

Str.

1.

Simeon (Chicago)

2.

Bolingbrook

18-1

31.4

16.7

16-0

29.4

13.0

3. Whitney Young (Chicago) 14-4

28.3

20.0

+1

4. Evanston

16-3

26.9

15.7

-1

5. Lanphier (Springfield)

16-1

26.3

11.4

+1

6. Edwardsville

16-1

25.6

10.6

-1

7. Morgan Park (Chicago)

13-3

25.4

14.9

8. Orr (Chicago)

11-2

25.0

5.1

9. Curie (Chicago)

18-2

24.7

0.4

10. Fremd (Palatine)

18-0

24.3

7.1

+5

9.8

-1

11. Wheaton-Warrenville South (Wheaton) 16-1

24.3

+/-

12. Teutopolis

18-2

23.5 9.2

-1

13. Marist (Chicago)

17-1

23.4 8.3

+4

14. Bloomington

16-3

23.2

12.1

+2

15. Conant (Hoffman Estates) 16-4

22.8

12.5

-2

16. Uplift (Chicago)

17-4

22.6

11.6

+4

17. Joliet West (Joliet)

17-2

22.5

8.6

-5

18. Althoff Catholic (Belleville) 12-5

22.2

15.3

19. Kenwood (Chicago)

13-5

22.1

15.3

-5

20. Bogan (Chicago)

13-5

21.6

14.5

+5

21. Fenwick (Oak Park)

14-3

21.6

10.3

+22

22. Stevenson (Lincolnshire) 14-2

21.5

7.5

+1

23. Geneva

22-0

21.3

3.7

-1

24. Benet Academy (Lisle)

11-5

21.2

15.7

-5

21.1

11.6

+

25. North Lawndale (Chicago) 16-4

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Morgan Park. (Photo by Worsom Robinson)

Illinois High School Basketball Girls Ranking Week 12 Class 4A No. Team Record 1.

Fremd (4) 24-2 2.

Whitney Young (4) 22-5 3.

Edwardsville (3) 26-1 4.

Montini (1) 27-2 5.

River Forest Trinity 23-5 6.

Benet 25-3 7.

Rock Island 26-3 8.

Huntley 26-3 9.

New Trier 24-4 10.

Homewood-Flossmoor 20-3

Pts 111 100 97 85 72 55 54 32 22 1

Prev 1 2 3 4 6 50 7 8 9 10

Class 3A No. Team 1.

Morton (5) 2.

Morgan Park (7) 3.

Chicago Marshall 4.

Rockford Lutheran 5.

Galesburg 6.

Highland 7.

Rochester 8.

Triad 9.

Springfield 10.

Burlington Central

Pts 112 111 93 80 74 58 33 26 22 17

Prev 2 1 T3 5 T3 7 6 9 NR 10

Record 26-3 24-4 25-3 22-2 28-3 25-4 25-4 22-3 24-4 22-4

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M E M O R I E S Leak & Sons Funeral Home

BOYD Linda Boyd ….. Memorial was held: Tuesday, January 17, 2017; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel Jackson. Internment: Contact Funeral Home for Details. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MORGAN Edward Morgan …..Wake was held: Saturday, January 21, 2017; 9:00 a.m.

– 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd. Funeral: 10:00 a.m. – 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.

WALLACE William Wallace …..Wake was held: Saturday, January 21, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel HAYES King. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 Robert Hayes ….. Wake was held: p.m. Interment: Restvale CemWednesday, January 18, 2017; etery.

Arrangements Entrusted 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. @ Chapel To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, King. Funeral: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicaa.m. Interment: Veterans Cem- go, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. etery.

Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, ROWELL 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chica- Delshawn ….. Wake was held: Saturgo, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. day, January 21, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Greater Canan Church, HARRISON 35th West 119th. Street. Funeral: Baby Milo Harrison ….. Visitation was 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: held: Wednesday, January 18, 2017; Cedar Park Cemetery. Arrangements 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. @ Chapel Entrusted To: Leak and Sons FunerKing (Slumber Room). Memorial was al Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, held: January 19, 2017; 5:00 p.m. - Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

6:30 p.m. Interment: Contact Funeral Home for Details. Arrangements COLEMAN Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Fu- O’Neal Coleman Jr. …..Visitation neral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, was held: Saturday, January 21, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Oakdale Covenant Church, 9440 QUARLES S. Vincennes. Funeral: 11:00 a.m.

Ronald Quarles ….. Visitation was – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope held: Thursday, January 19, 2017; Cemetery. Arrangements Entrust6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. @ Chapel ed To: Leak and Sons Funeral Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pu- Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chilaski Rd. Funeral: Contact Funeral cago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

Home for Details. Interment: Abe Lincoln Cemetery.

Arrangements MAYMON Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Fu- Frank Maymon …..Wake was held: neral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Saturday, January 21, 2017; 10:00 Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Communitywealth Community Church, 140 W. BROWN 81st. Street. Funeral: 11:00 a.m.

Milton Brown ….. Wake was held: – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Thursday, January 19, 2017; 6:00 Cemetery. Arrangements Entrustp.m. – 7:00 p.m. @ Oakdale Cove- ed To: Leak and Sons Funeral nant Church, 9440 S. Vincennes. Fu- Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chineral: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Interment: cago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

Lincoln Cemetery.

Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons FuGAVIN neral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Ozella Gavin …..Wake was held: Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. Saturday, January 21, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Salem Baptist SCOTT Church, 11800 S. Indiana. FunerTheo Scott ….. Wake was held: Fri- al: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interday, January 20, 2017; 9:00 a.m. – ment: Cotton Valley, Shreverport, 11:00 a.m. @ An Open Door Church, LA Cemetery. Arrangements En7105 Hohman Ave. Funeral: 11:00 trusted To: Leak and Sons Funerp.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Abe al Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Lincoln Cemetery.

Arrangements Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, MOORE Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. Cassandra Moore …..Wake was held: Saturday, January 21, 2017; PERRY 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ ChapEsther Perry …..Wake was held: Fri- el Jackson.

Funeral: 11:00 a.m. day, January 20, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Burr Oak 10:30 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Cemetery. Arrangements EntrustHills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd. Funeral: ed To: Leak and Sons Funeral 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Interment: Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, ChiHomewood Cemetery. Arrangements cago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, JOHNSON Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. Patty Johnson …..Wake was held: Saturday, January 21, 2017; MORROW 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ PleasMilton Morrow …..Wake was held: ant Green M.B. Church, 7545 S. Friday, January 20, 2017; 10:00 a.m. Vincennes.

Funeral: 11:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel. Funeral: – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Lakes Cre11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: matory.

Arrangements Entrusted Mt. Hope Cemetery. Arrangements To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Fu- 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicaneral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, go, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

CLEMONS TATE Flora Clemons ….Wake was held: Bryan Tate …..Wake was held: Fri- Saturday, January 21, 2017; 1:00 day, January 20, 2017; 10:00 a.m. p.m. – 1:30 p.m. @ Chapel Country – 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel. Funeral: Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd. Fu11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: neral: 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Interment: Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements Mt. Hope Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Fu- Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, neral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

AUSTIN Jesse Austin …..Wake was held: Friday, January 20, 2017; 1:00 p.m.

– 1:30 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd. Funeral: 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

BROWN Cenolya Brown …..Wake was held: Saturday, January 21, 2017; 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. @ Corpus Christi Church, 4920 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr. Funeral: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Interment: St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

GRAHAM Archie Graham …..Wake was held: Saturday, January 21, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Christ Community C.O.G.I.C., 1151 East 170th.

Street. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Abraham Lincoln Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MATTHEWS Brenda Matthews ….. Memorial was held: Sunday, January 22, 2017; 1:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd. Funeral: Not Scheduled.

Interment: Contact Funeral Home for Details. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

OWENS Johnny Owens Sr. …..Wake was held: Sunday, January 22, 2017; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel. Funeral: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Interment: Contact Funeral Home for Details. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

COLLINS Willie Collins …..Wake was held: Monday, January 23, 2017; 9:00 a.m.

– 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel. Funeral: 10:00 a.m. – 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.

RATLIFF Cleofor Ratliff …..Wake was held: Monday, January 23, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel Jackson. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery.

Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

TURNER Jeanette Turner …..Wake was held: Monday, January 23, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Church of All Nations, 9600 S. Vincennes. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

ENGLISH Lois English …..Wake was held: Monday, January 23, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Fifth United Methodist Church, 335 W. 75th. Street. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Washington Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

TERRY Curtis Terry …..Wake was held: Monday, January 23, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Contact Funeral Home for Details Cemetery.

Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

CARPENTER Mary Carpenter …..Wake was held: Monday, January 23, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Greater Bethel Apostolic Church, 2122 W. 79th.

Street. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Contact Funeral Home for Details.

Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

THOMAS Darrell Thomas ….. Wake was held: Saturday, January 21, 2017; 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. @ Chapel King. Funeral: 1:30 p.m. –2:30 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

ALDERSON Ricardo Alderson …..Wake was held: Monday, January 23, 2017; 1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd.. Funeral: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Interment: Contact Funeral Home for Details.

Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

PAGE Rita Page ….. Wake was held: Saturday, January 21, 2017; 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd. Funeral: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Interment: Contact Funeral Home for Details. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MC FADDEN Cal Mc Fadden …..Memorial was held: Monday, January 23, 2017; 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd. Funeral: Not Scheduled.

Interment: Contact Funeral Home for Details. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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FORD Bennett Ford ….. Wake was held: Tuesday, January 24, 2017; 9:00 a.m.- 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd. Funeral: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Interment: Abraham Lincoln Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

JONES Erin Jones ….. Wake: Thursday, January 26, 2017; 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel.

Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Oakwood Cemetery.

Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567

THOMAS James Thomas ….. Wake: Friday, January 27, 2017; 9:00 a.m.- 10:00 GRAVES Arthurine Graves ….. Wake was held: a.m. @ Chapel Jackson. FunerTuesday, January 24, 2017; 10:00 al: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Intera.m.- 11:00 a.m. @ Shiloh Baptist ment: Contact Funeral Home for Arrangements Entrusted Church, 7050 S. Racine Ave. Funer- Details. al: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, Lincoln Cemetery.

Arrangements 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chica60619: (773) 846-6567 Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Fu- go, IL neral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, NUTALL Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

Roosevelt Nutall ….. Wake: Friday, January 27, 2017; 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 PARKER Betty Parker ….. Wake was held: a.m. @ Chapel King. Funeral: 11:00 Tuesday, January 24, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. a.m.- 11:00 a.m. @ New Pasadena Hope Cemetery. Arrangements EnBaptist Church, 11300 S. Indiana. trusted To: Leak and Sons FunerFuneral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. al Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Interment: Mt. Glenwood Cem- Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567 etery.

Arrangements Entrusted ROBINSON To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chica- Darlene Robinson ….. Wake: Friday, go, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. January 27, 2017; 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel King. Funeral: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Interment: Contact Funeral DAVIS Arrangements Dwight Davis ….. Wake was held: Home for Details.

Tuesday, January 24, 2017; 2:00 Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Fup.m.- 3:00 p.m. @ Chapel. Funer- neral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, al: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Inter- Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567 ment: Contact Funeral Home for PERCY Details.

Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, Frederic Percy ….. Visitation: Friday, January 27, 2017; 7:00 pm.- 9:00 p.m.

7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. @ Chapel Lunford. Funeral: Contact Funeral Home for Details. Interment: Restvale Cemetery. Arrangements JAMES L.V. James ….. Wake: Wednesday, Entrusted To: Leak and Sons FuJanuary 25, 2017; 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 neral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, a.m. @ Lights of Chapel Country Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567 Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd. HONORE Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Interment: Contact Funeral Home Cheryl Honore ….. Memorial: Satfor Details. Arrangements Entrust- urday, January 28, 2017; 5:00 ed To: Leak and Sons Funeral p.m.- 6:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chi- Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd. cago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. Funeral: Contact Funeral Home for Details. Interment: Restvale Cemetery. Arrangements EntrustWHITEHEAD Leak and Sons Funeral Shemika Whitehead ….. Wake: ed To: Wednesday, January 25, 2017; Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chi10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. @ Lights cago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567 of Zion Church, 11636 S. Halsted.

LEMON Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Interment: Contact Funeral Home Olivia Lemon ….. Memorial: Saturday, for Details. Arrangements Entrust- January 28, 2017; 5:00 p.m.- 6:00 ed To: Leak and Sons Funeral p.m. @ Chapel. Funeral: Contact Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chi- Funeral Home for Details. Interment: cago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. Burr Oak Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, WILLIAMS Ella Williams ….. Wake: Wednesday, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567 January 25, 2017; 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 OVERTON a.m. @ Chapel King. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Edna Overton ….. Wake: Saturday, January 28, 2017; 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 Hope Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral a.m. @ Shiloh Baptist Church, Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chi- 10540 S. Halsted. Funeral: 11:00 cago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Oakwoods Cemetery.

Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons FuCAMPBELL Andrew Campbell …..

Wake: neral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Wednesday, January 25, 2017; Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel COSEY Lunford. Funeral: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Interment: Contact Funeral Jeraldine Cosey ….. Wake: Saturday, Home for Details.

Arrangements January 28, 2017; 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Fu- a.m. @ Chapel King. Funeral: 11:00 neral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: WashArrangements Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. ington Cemetery.

Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, HARRIS Kevin Harris ….. Wake: Wednesday, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567 January 25, 2017; 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.

PURNELL @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd. Funeral: 2:00 p.m. – Damien Purnell ….. Wake: Saturday, 3:00 p.m. Interment: Contact Funer- January 28, 2017; 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 al Home for Details. Arrangements a.m. @ St. Marks Baptist Church, Funeral: Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Fu- 147th. In Harvey, IL. neral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. Contact Funeral Home for Details on Cemetery.

Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons FunerBRANDT al Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, David Brandt ….. Wake: Thursday, January 26, 2017; 10:00 Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel CounWHITE try Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Rd. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Rosemary White ….. Memorial: Interment: Contact Funeral Home Saturday, January 28, 2017; 5:00 for Details. Arrangements Entrust- p.m.- 6:00 p.m. @ Chapel. Fued To: Leak and Sons Funeral neral: Not Scheduled. Interment: Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chi- Contact Funeral Home for Details Arrangements Encago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. on Cemetery. trusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, DAVIS Ellis Davis ….. Wake: Thursday, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567 January 26, 2017; 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 ASHFORD a.m. @ Chapel King. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Oak- Cleotha Ashford ….. Memorial: Sunday, January 29, 2017; 1:00 wood Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral p.m.- 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel King.

Funeral: Not Scheduled.

Interment: Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567. Contact Funeral Home for Details on Cemetery.

Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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WARD-JONES Sarah T. Ward-Jones.…..Wake: Fri- – 12:00 p.m. Cremation. Arrangeday, January 27, 2017; 10:00 a.m. ments Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral @ Bellevue Baptist Church, 10700 Home, 63 East 79th. Street, ChicaSouth Emerald Funeral: 11:00 a.m. go, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300 Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery ArSTROUD-WALLER rangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chi- Betty Stroud-Waller ….. Wake was held: Saturday, January 21, 2017; cago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

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Dorothy Williams ….. Funeral: Friday, January 27, 2017; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Taylor Funeral Home, Ltd.. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery. uneral ome Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.73 RAGAN Edmond Ragan, Jr. ….. Wake was held: Friday, January 20, 2017; 10:00 a.m. @ Carter Temple C.M.E. Church 7841 South Wabash. Funeral was held: 11:00 a.m. Internment: Oak Woods Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR NEWLANDS ASSET HOLDING TRUST Plaintiff, -v.RAMIRO REGALADO, MARIBEL RINCON Defendants 13 CH 000891 10529 S. GREEN BAY 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 November 16, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 21, 2017, 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 10529 S. GREEN BAY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 26-07-407-080. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, 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, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-13-00656. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-13-00656 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 000891 TJSC#: 3613586 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’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.CLOTEE GREENE, ASSOCIATES FINANCE, INC. Defendants 15 CH 11859 2252 E. 92ND PLACE 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 February 10, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 21, 2017, 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 2252 E. 92ND PLACE, Chicago, IL 60617 Property Index No. 25-01-413-030-0000 Vol. 280. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $176,815.95. 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: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 15-2208. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@ johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 15-2208 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 15 CH 11859 TJSC#: 36-13717 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 BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF MICHAEL BRADY, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF MICHAEL BRADY, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF MICHAEL BRADY, DECEASED, SUBRAINA BRADY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING

BY AND THROUGH THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, WILLIAM BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF MICHAEL BRADY, DECEASED Defendants 15 CH 11452 7825 S Laflin St Chicago, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 15, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 8, 2017, 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 7825 S Laflin St, Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-29-318-009-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $92,604.93. 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. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 15 CH 11452 TJSC#: 36-13375 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.ROSALYN YOUNG A/K/A ROSALYN Y. YOUNG, EDWARD YOUNG A/K/A EDWARD J. YOUNG, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Defendants 15 CH 18797 8352 SOUTH SAGINAW 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 May 27, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 14, 2017, 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 8352 SOUTH SAGINAW AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60617 Property Index No. 21-31-304-048-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $117,331.38. 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. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm. Please refer to file number 15-076846. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 15-076846 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 15 CH 18797 TJSC#: 37275 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 WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR HILLDALE TRUST Plaintiff, -v.SAMUEL RALFORD, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 009469 6635 S. SANGAMON STREET CHICAGO, IL 60621 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 9, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 15, 2017, 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 6635 S. SANGAMON STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-20-229-014-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, 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, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-07993. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-07993 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 009469 TJSC#: 37-243 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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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 3882 CONSULTING SERVICES FOR PACE NORTH HARLEM AVENUE CORRIDOR STUDY FOR A PERIOD OF UP TO 24 MONTHS The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) invites you to submit a proposal in response to this RFP. The RTA has established a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) Program in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation 49 CFR Part 26, applicable to all its contracts regardless of funding source. The RTA strongly encourages vendors to make good faith efforts to utilize DBEs as subconsultants, subcontractors, suppliers or joint venture partners on this project. A listing of certified DBEs providing relevant services or commodities can be accessed at the Illinois Department of Transportation website www.dot.state.il.us/ucp/html.

Questions are due on February 3, 2017 no later than 5:00 p.m., and can be e-mailed to Maria Biszewski at biszewskim@rtachicago.org.

A complete proposal must be submitted to the RTA no later than 3:30 p.m., local time, on February 16, 2017. Proposals submitted after the designated date and time will be rejected.

The Request for Proposal can be downloaded and submitted at the RTA Procurement website at www.Procurement.rtachicago.org

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PROPERTY FOR SALE

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. D17149207 on the January 6, 2017. Under the Assumed Name of DIVINE ASSIGNMENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY with the business located at 3115 LAWRENCE CRESCENT, FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name: DELORIS MORRIS, Complete Address: 3115 LAWRENCE CRESCENT, FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422, USA

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION AMERICAN FINANCIAL NETWORK INC. Plaintiff, -v.16 CH 008437 5347 S. JUSTINE STREET CHICAGO, IL 60609 LEON D. ABBINGTON, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 29, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 2, 2017, 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 5347 S. JUSTINE STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60609 Property Index No. 20-08-313-018-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, 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, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-04975.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www. tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-04975 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 008437 TJSC#: 36-14053 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 Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB, d/b/a Christiana Trust, not in its individual capacity, but solely as trustee for RMAC Trust, Series 2015-5T Plaintiff Vs Janice M. Young; Illinois Housing Development Authority; Lisa M. Young; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendant(s) 16CH16565 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Janice M. Young; Illinois Housing Development Authority; Lisa M. Young; 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 29 in Harry M. Quinn Incorporated, Second Addition, being a subdivision of part of the Dewey and Vance subdivision of the South 1/2 of Section 30, Township 38 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, together with a Resubdivision of Lot 42 in Harry M. Quinn, incorporated, subdivision of part of Dewey and Vance subdivision aforesaid, in Cook County, Illinois Commonly known as: 2126 West 76th Street, Chicago, IL 60620 and which said mortgage was made by, Janice M. Young; Mortgagor(s), to EquiFirst Corporation; Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois, as Document No. 0020074704; 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 FEBRUARY 24, 2017 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 pleadings@rsmalaw.com File No: 16IL00249-1 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TCF NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.MARIA COLLAGUAZO A/K/A MARIA PIEDAD COLLAGUAZO, EDGAR GUALATO A/K/A EDGAR PATRICIO GUALOTO BUSTILLOS, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 17502 7164 S. SOUTH CHICAGO 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 November 30, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 1, 2017, 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 BLOCK 11 IN C.P. KEENEY’S SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1 TO 18 IN BLOCK 8 OF LOTS ONE TO 18 IN BLOCK 11 IN CORNELL IN THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14, IN CORNELL, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTION 26 AND THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 26, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SAID SOUTHEAST 1/4, THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 AND THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 LYING WEST OF THE OF THE I.C.R.R. RAILROAD AND THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 35, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 7164 S. SOUTH CHICAGO AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-26-109-014-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $119,841.33.

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 17502 TJSC#: 36-13857 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 EMIGRANT MORTGAGE COMPANY, INC. Plaintiff, -v.RAYMOND SMITH, STATE FARM BANK FSB, CITY OF CHICAGO, JEROME A. WARE, RENESSA SMITH, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 10 CH 30661 8854-58 S. MICHIGAN AVE. 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 November 29, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 2, 2017, 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 151 AND 152 IN GARDEN HOMES, A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY. Commonly known as 8854-58 S. MICHIGAN AVE., Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 25-03-107-039-0000 and 25-03-107-040-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

The judgment amount was $226,703.32.

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: NOONAN & LIEBERMAN, 105 W. ADAMS ST., SUITE 1800, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 431-1455 Please refer to file number 10-0765.

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.

NOONAN & LIEBERMAN 105 W. ADAMS ST., SUITE 1800 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 431-1455 Attorney File No. 10-0765 Attorney Code. 38245 Case Number: 10 CH 30661 TJSC#: 36-13720 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 AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE FOR JPMORGAN CHASE BANK N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CERTIFICATE HOLDERS OF EQUITY ONE ABS, INC, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2004-2 Plaintiff, -v.RAYMOND MORRIS (DECEASED), GERALD P. NORDGREN SOLELY AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR RAYMOND MORRIS (DECEASED) , SUMMER BEEKS, JACLYN DENISE RAYMOND, JOHN MICHAEL RAYMOND, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF RAYMOND MORRIS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 16965 12215 S. Wentworth 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 November 29, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 1, 2017, 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: THE NORTH 1/2 OF LOT 239 AND ALL OF LOT 240 IN BRITTIGAN’S STEWART RIDGE ADDITION BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, (EXCEPT THE STREETS HERETOFORE DEDICATED) ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AUGUST 2, 1923 AS DOCUMENT NO 8049657, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 12215 S. Wentworth Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-28-228-044-0000.

The real estate is improved with a residential single family.

The judgment amount was $179,275.94.

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 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 C14-97051.

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 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. C14-97051 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 12 CH 16965 TJSC#: 36-13784 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 REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.MILDRED HARRIS, CAVALRY PORTFOLIO SERVICES, LLC Defendants 15 CH 18368 6926 S. WINCHESTER AVENUE Chicago, IL 60636 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 11, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 3, 2017, 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: The North 29 feet of Lot 6 in Block 2 in B.M. Baker’s Subdivision of the Northwest quarter of the Southwest quarter of the Southeast quarter of Section 19, Township 38 North, Range 14 East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 6926 S. WINCHESTER AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60636 Property Index No. 20-19-416-021-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

The judgment amount was $300,554.14.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 15IL00641-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 15IL00641-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 18368 TJSC#: 37-449 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 MCCORMICK 105, LLC Plaintiff, -v.FINIS COLLIER JR., BIZON ANDRZEJ A/K/A ZODIAC BUILDERS CO., CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2016 CH 6267 5538 W. MONROE ST Chicago, IL 60644 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 9, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 22, 2017, 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 14 IN PERKINS SUBDIVISION OF LOT 155 IN SCHOOL TRUSTEE’S SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH PART OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 5538 W. MONROE ST, Chicago, IL 60644 Property Index No. 16-16-100-029-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $132,959.61.

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: NOONAN & LIEBERMAN, 105 W. ADAMS ST., SUITE 1800, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 431-1455 Please refer to file number 1889-126.

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.

NOONAN & LIEBERMAN 105 W. ADAMS ST., SUITE 1800 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 431-1455 Attorney File No. 1889-126 Attorney Code. 38245 Case Number: 2016 CH 6267 TJSC#: 36-13105 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 HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE BCAP TRUST, LLC 2006-AA2, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-AA2 Plaintiff, -v.TRISH L. DRENNAN, HARRIS, N.A. Defendants 16 CH 06181 11018 S. WHIPPLE STREET Chicago, IL 60655 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 21, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 22, 2017, 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: LOTS 35 AND 36 IN BLOCK 2 IN J.S. HOVLANDS RESUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1, 2 AND 3 (EXCEPT LOTS 14, 15, 17 AND 18) AND BLOCK 4 IN J.S. HOVLAND’S SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE MAP RECORDED SEPTEMBER 17, 1910 AS DOCUMENT 4628222 IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 11018 S. WHIPPLE STREET, Chicago, IL 60655 Property Index No. 24-13-310-126.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $215,508.30.

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 C16-36353.

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 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. C16-36353 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 16 CH 06181 TJSC#: 36-13617 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.

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. D17149259 on the January 11, 2017. Under the Assumed Name of BEYONDBEYONCE with the business located at 4912 S. DREXEL BLVD. UNIT 3W, CHICAGO, IL 60615.

The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/ Partner Full Name: TAK WILLIAMS, Complete Address: 4912 S. DREXEL BLVD. UNIT 3W, CHICAGO, IL 60615, USA

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. D17149211 on the January 9, 2017. Under the Assumed Name of BOUNCE MY HOUSE with the business located at 5800 W 105TH ST #2E, OAK LAWN, IL 60453. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name: TARIQ ELKHATIB Complete Address: 5800 W 105TH ST #2E, OAK LAWN, IL 60453, USA

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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 2005-W2, UNDER THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 Plaintiff, -vHATTIE MAE THOMAS A/K/A HATTIE THOMAS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ALDEN-WENTWORTH REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE, INC, FREDERICK A. HICKS, WILLIMA P. BUTCHER SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THEODORE THOMAS, DECEASED, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF THEODORE THOMAS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 02874 7739 S. MARSHFIELD AVE Chicago, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 29, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 3, 2017, 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 3 I IN BLOCK 19 IN ENGLEFIELD, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 7739 S. MARSHFIELD AVE, Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-30-427-013.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $106,570.29.

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.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, 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 C14-95257.

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 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. C14-95257 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 15 CH 02874 TJSC#: 36-13840 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 REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.GERALD P. NORDGREN, SOLELY AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR MELVIN D. HOOD (DECEASED), UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MELVIN D. HOOD (DECEASED), CRYSTAL HOOD, TERRILYN FRANKLIN, CHARLES DAVID, DARWYN HOOD Defendants 15 CH 8761 9837 S. INGLESIDE 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 September 14, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 3, 2017, 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 13 in Block 8 in Cottage Grove Heights, a subdivision of part of the North 1/2 of Sections 11 and 10, in Township 37 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 9837 S. INGLESIDE AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-11-121-013-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $130,068.13.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 15IL00265-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 15IL00265-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 8761 TJSC#: 37-485 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 REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.FIRST BANK OF OAK PARK AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUSTEE AGREEMENT DATED MAY 31, 1994 AND KNOWN AS TRUST #13652, GERALD P. NORDGREN, SOLELY AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR EFFIE M. JONES (DECEASED), ERMA JONES, ERVIN JONES, OBEDIAH JONES, NICOLE JONES, JOYCE JONES, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF EFFIE M. JONES (DECEASED), UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 08925 1313 S. SAWYER AVENUE Chicago, IL 60623 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 28, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 28, 2017, 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 31 in Sub Block 2 of Block 1 in Prescott’s Douglas Park Addition, a Subdivision of Blocks 1,2,5 and 10 in Circuit Court Partition of the East 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 23, Township 39 North, Range 13, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 1313 S. SAWYER AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60623 Property Index No. 16-23-213-004-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

The judgment amount was $105,729.75.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 15IL00297-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 15IL00297-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 08925 TJSC#: 37-282 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 REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.GERALD P. NORDGREN, SOLELY AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF JEAN CLAY A/K/A JEAN E. CLAY (DECEASED), UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JEAN CLAY A/K/A JEAN E. CLAY (DECEASED), BARBARA CLAY, BYRON CLAY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 14060 6957 S. CAMPBELL 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 September 28, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 3, 2017, 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 386 in Britigan’s Westwood, being a subdivision of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 24, Township 38 North, Range 13, East of the Third Principal Meridian (except the South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4 of said Section), in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 6957 S. CAMPBELL AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60629 Property Index No. 19-24-419-025-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $95,962.23.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 15IL00561-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 15IL00561-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 14060 TJSC#: 37-481 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 DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS F/K/A BANKERS TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR SAXON ASSET SECURITIES TRUST 2000-2, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2000-2 Plaintiff, -v.ESTATE OF HAROLD S. HALL BY REPRESENTATIVE GREGORIA HALL, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF HAROLD S. HALL, GREGORIA HALL, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 18719 11405 S. CHAMPLAIN 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 November 22, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 23, 2017, 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 2 IN BLOCK 15 IN ORIGINAL TOWN OF PULLMAN, A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 22, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 11405 S. CHAMPLAIN AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-22-228-002-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $120,781.94.

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 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 C15-27720.

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 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. C15-27720 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 15 CH 18719 TJSC#: 36-13731 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 REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.ROSIE THOMAS A/K/A ROSIE L. THOMAS, THE CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION Defendants 15 CH 17214 4137 W. WILCOX STREET Chicago, IL 60624 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 7, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 22, 2017, 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 block 6 in William M. Derby’s Subdivision of the north east quarter of the north east quarter of section 15 township 39 north range 13 east of the third principal meridian in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 4137 W. WILCOX STREET, Chicago, IL 60624 Property Index No. 16-15-210-009-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

The judgment amount was $116,765.08.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 15IL00633-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 15IL00633-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 17214 TJSC#: 37-102 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 BANK OF AMERICA N.A. Plaintiff, -v.ERNESTINE G. BELLE JONES, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 17901 2129 WEST 82ND PLACE Chicago, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 21, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 27, 2017, 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 62 (except the West 8 1/3 feet thereof) and the West 16 2/3 feet of Lot 63 in Subdivision of Lot 8 in Hunter’s Subdivision of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 31, Township 38 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 2129 WEST 82ND PLACE, Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-31-129-067-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $176,905.80.

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, 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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 15IL00652-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 15IL00652-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 17901 TJSC#: 37-271 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 REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.GERALD P. NORDGREN, SOLELY AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR VERDELL MCBETH (DECEASED), PANDORA BLACK, EXPRESS FUNDING, INC., UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF VERDELL MCBETH (DECEASED) Defendants 14 CH 12011 9306 S LAFLIN STREET Chicago, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 20, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 21, 2017, 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 6 in owners resubdivision of the North 1/2 of Block 32 (Except that part of the South 200 feet of said North 1/2 of Block 32 lying West of a line drawn parallel with and 8 feet West of East line of the West 1/2 of said block 32) in the subdivision of that part West of the right-of-way of the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad of the South 1/2 of Section 5, Township 37 North, Range 14, East of the third principal meridian in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 9306 S LAFLIN STREET, Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 25-05-317-033-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $198,262.93.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 14IL00323-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 14IL00323-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 14 CH 12011 TJSC#: 37-87 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 REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.GERALD P. NORDGREN, SOLELY AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR RUBY HILL (DECEASED), UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF RUBY HILL (DECEASED), OWEN HILL, SHARON STAPLES, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 2138 10130 S. EBERHART 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 June 7, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 22, 2017, 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 832 in Frederick H. Bartlett’s Greater Chicago subdivision number 1, being a subdivision of the East 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 10, Township 37 North, Range 14, East of the third principal meridian, and all of that part of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 10, aforesaid lying West of and adjoining the Illinois Central Railroad Right of way (except therefrom the North 33.272 acres thereof) in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 10130 S. EBERHART AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-10-408-031-000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $179,857.23.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 15IL00085-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 15IL00085-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 2138 TJSC#: 37-108 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 REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.PEGGY JONES, MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC Defendants 15 CH 2713 5348 S. PEORIA 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 June 9, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 22, 2017, 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 2 in Block 2 in George W. Cass Subdivision of the North 10 Acres of the South 24 Acres of the South 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 8, Township 38 North, Range 14, East of the third principal meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 5348 S. PEORIA STREET, Chicago, IL 60609 Property Index No. 20-08-421-043-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $120,906.59.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 14IL00732-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 14IL00732-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 2713 TJSC#: 37-120 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 REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.GERALD P. NORDGREN, SOLELY AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR NORMA MCCASKILL A/K/A NORMA JEAN MCCASKILL (DECEASED), UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF NORMA MCCASKILL A/K/A NORMA JEAN MCCASKILL (DECEASED), RODNEY MCCASKILL, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE, UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED JANUARY 24, 2002 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 128760, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 3853 8007 S. INGLESIDE 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 June 13, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 22, 2017, 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 66 in E.B. Shogren and Company’s Avalon Highlands Subdivision, being a subdivision of Lot 6,7, and 8 in block 116, Lots 1 to 46 both inclusive in block 117, Lots 1 to 23 both inclusive and Lots 36 to 46, both inclusive in block 118, Lots 1 to 21 both inclusive and Lots 24 to 46 both inclusive in block 119, Lots 2 to 23 both inclusive and Lots 25 to 45 both inclusive in block 120, Lots 11 to 16 both inclusive in block 121, Lots 2 to 13 both inclusive in block 122, Lots 28 to 36 both inclusive and Lots 38, 39, 40, 42, 43, 44 and 45 in block 130, Lots 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 24 and 25 in block 131, Lots 3 to 12 both inclusive in block 132, Lots 2 to 23 both inclusive and Lots 28 to 35 both inclusive in block 137, Lots 2 to 34 both inclusive, Lots 39, 40, 41, 42, 45 and 46 in block 138 and Lots 11 to 17 both inclusive in block 140 in Cornell in the northwest 1/4 of Section 35, Township 38 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian as per plat recorded in the Recorder’s office of Cook County, Illinois book 158 of plats page 34 as document number 6751064, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 8007 S. INGLESIDE AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-35-110-002-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

The judgment amount was $99,785.23.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 15IL00067-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 15IL00067-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 3853 TJSC#: 37-180 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 REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.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 Defendants 15 CH 10811 5701 S. MAY STREET Chicago, IL 60621 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 9, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 21, 2017, 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: 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 Property Index No. 20-17-217-001-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

The judgment amount was $347,677.95.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 15IL00434-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 15IL00434-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 10811 TJSC#: 37-58 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 REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.JOSEPH PENNINGTON Defendants 15 CH 16302 5936 S. LOWE AVENUE Chicago, IL 60621 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 9, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 22, 2017, 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 23 in A. Donigan’s Subdivision of the 3 Acres South of and adjoining the North 3 acres of the East 15 acres of the North 30 acres of Lot 38 in School Trustee’s Subdivision of Section 16, Township 38 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 5936 S. LOWE AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-301-040-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $148,907.81.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 15IL00597-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 15IL00597-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 16302 TJSC#: 37-157 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 REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.MILDRED ANDERSON Defendants 15 CH 16731 4127 W. WILCOX STREET Chicago, IL 60624 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 16, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 22, 2017, 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 11 in Block 6 in W.M. Derby’s Subdivision of the Northeast quarter of the Northeast quarter of section 15, Township 39 North, Range 13, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 4127 W. WILCOX STREET, Chicago, IL 60624 Property Index No. 16-15-210-013-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

The judgment amount was $175,460.68.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 15IL00585-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 15IL00585-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 16731 TJSC#: 37-101 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 U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-KS9 Plaintiff, -v.REGINALD J. WILLIAMS, CAROLYN WILLIAMS Defendants 16 CH 03978 11525 S. LOOMIS STREET Chicago, IL 60643 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 18, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 21, 2017, 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 14 IN BLOCK 3 IN FREDERICK H. BARTLETT’S GREAT CALUMET SUBDIVISION OF CHICAGO, BEING A PART OF THE SOUTH HALF OF THE SOUTH HALF OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 3 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 11525 S. LOOMIS STREET, Chicago, IL 60643 Property Index No. 25-20-304-014-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $257,984.85.

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 C16-34988.

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 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. C16-34988 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 16 CH 03978 TJSC#: 36-13653 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.NORMAN HUNTER A/K/A NORMAN E. HUNTER, CITY OF CHICAGO, FELICIA BELL, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 08135 10539 S. WABASH AVE. 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 November 29, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 2, 2017, 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 10539 S. WABASH AVE., Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-15-119-011-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence.

The judgment amount was $150,776.59.

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 16-5300-382.

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 E-Mail: smichaels@hrolaw.com Attorney File No. 16-5300-382 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 16 CH 08135 TJSC#: 36-13659 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.ANDRE MARTIN THAPEDI, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED THE 20TH DAY OF JUNE, 2003, KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 1112163, CITY OF CHICAGO, PARKLAND CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 09705 6701 S. CRANDON, #15A 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 December 1, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 2, 2017, 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 6701 S. CRANDON, #15A, Chicago, IL 60649 Property Index No. 20-24-405-040-1035.

The real estate is improved with a single family residential condominium.

The judgment amount was $49,293.67.

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: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 29 E. Madison, Ste. 950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 372-2020 Please refer to file number 16-5300-389.

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 E-Mail: smichaels@hrolaw.com Attorney File No. 16-5300-389 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 16 CH 09705 TJSC#: 36-13738 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 CAPITAL ONE, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR

BY MERGER TO ING BANK, FSB Plaintiff, -v.GIOVANNI C. SMITH, THE ARCHER BUILDING LOFTS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR RBS CITIZENS, N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 16399 2310 S. CANAL STREET, UNIT 209 Chicago, IL 60616 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 8, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 21, 2017, 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 2310 S. CANAL STREET, UNIT 209, Chicago, IL 60616 Property Index No. 17-28-107-011-1009 and 17-28-107-011-1082.

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $243,057.30.

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: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 13IL00453-1.

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.

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 13IL00453-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 16399 TJSC#: 37-446 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 CHICAGO PATROLMEN’S FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Plaintiff, -v.RANDALL BUFORD, 4121 SOUTH VINCENNES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, CITY OF CHICAGO Defendants 13 CH 7610 4121 SOUTH VINCENNES AVENUE, UNIT 1, AND PARKING SPACE P-1 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 November 17, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 21, 2017, 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 4121 SOUTH VINCENNES AVENUE, UNIT 1, AND PARKING SPACE P-1, Chicago, IL 60653 Property Index No. 20-03-213-036-1001 (new); 20-03-213-009-000 (old).

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $392,795.00.

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, 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 5/15-1507(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 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F13020326.

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 120 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F13020326 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 58852 Case Number: 13 CH 7610 TJSC#: 36-13686 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 WILMINGTON TRUST, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO CITIBANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-FF12 Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF NAPOLEON WALKER AKA NAPOLEON WALKER, SR., NAPOLEON WALKER, JR. AKA NAPOLEAN WALKER, JR., NORTH COMMUNITY BANK, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER WITH THE FIRST COMMERCIAL BANK, S/B/M WITH BYLINE BANK, JOSEPH WALKER, VANESSA WALKER, JEANETTE WALKER, ROSCOE WALKER, ALYNA WALKER, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF RENEE WALKER-KNIGHT AKA RENEE WALKER AKA RENEE KNIGHT, BERNARD WALKER, VAL PATRICE WALKER, ROY HEMPHILL, MARY LYNN WALKER-SCOTT AKA MARY LYNN WALKER AKA MARY LYNN SCOTT, GERALD NORDGREN SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 4073 416 SOUTH KILBOURN AVENUE Chicago, IL 60624 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 17, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 21, 2017, 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 416 SOUTH KILBOURN AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60624 Property Index No. 16-15-128-026.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $44,870.19.

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 5/15-1507(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 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14120009.

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 120 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14120009 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 58852 Case Number: 15 CH 4073 TJSC#: 36-13648 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.

Nationstar Mortgage LLC Plaintiff, vs.

Oliverio Montoya; Maria Elena Patino; The Bank of New York Mellon, fka The Bank of New York, as Successor Indenture Trustee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Indenture Trustee for the CWHEQ Revolving Home Equity Loan Trust, Series 2005-H;; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants, Case #15CH15536 Sheriff’s # 160343 F15090011 NSTR Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on February 23rd, 2017, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Common Address: 4413 South Wolcott Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60609 P.I.N: 20-06-407-003-0000 Improvements: This property consist of a Multi –Family, Two to Six apartments, over 62 years.

Sale shall be under the following terms: payment of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the successful and highest bid to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier’s check or certified funds at the sale; and the full remaining balance to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier’s check or certified funds within twenty-four (24) hours after the sale.

If the Sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the Sale may be entitled at most only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor , the Mortgagee’s attorney , or the court appointed selling officer.

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments.

Premise will NOT be open for inspection.

Firm Information: Plaintiff’s Attorney ANSELMO, LINDBERG OLIVER LLC Anthony Porto 1771 W. DIEHL., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60566-7228 foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com 866-402-8661 fax 630-428-4620 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act 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.

Champion Mortgage Company Plaintiff, vs.

Hayden Hunte; Wayne Evans; Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants, Case # 16CH7482 Sheriff’s # 160317 F16050200 CPN Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on February 28th, 2017, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Legal Description: Common Address: 8942 S. Luella Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60617 P.I.N: 25-01-220-035-0000 Improvements: This property consists of a Single Family Home.

Sale shall be under the following terms: payment of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the successful and highest bid to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier’s check or certified funds at the sale; and the full remaining balance to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier’s check or certified funds within twenty-four (24) hours after the sale.

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments.

Premise will NOT be open for inspection.

Firm Information: Plaintiff’s Attorney ANSELMO, LINDBERG OLIVER LLC Anthony Porto 1771 W. DIEHL., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60566-7228 foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com 866-402-8661 fax 630-428-4620 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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