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Donald Trump Presidential results were not in at the time of press. Critical states were too close to call. States in question were Pennsylvania, Michigan, Maine, New Hampshire, Alaska, Utah, Arizona and Wisconsin.

Dow Jones futures plunged as the results came in showing Donald Trump taking key battleground states.

Futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 750 points as Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s lead widened in the presidential race against Democratic rival Hillary Clinton.

Trump racked up victories in several key battleground states, namely Florida and Ohio. The focus turned to Wisconsin and Michigan, where Trump is threatening to break Clinton’s so-called Wall of Blue.

Also, the Canadian immigration website crashed on Tuesday night as the U.S. election results were rolling in. The site went down at 10:30 p.m. and there was intermittent accessibility after that. About 9 p.m. Eastern time. CNN announced that key states in the election would all swing in Trump’s direction.

OTHER IMPORTANT RACES RACE FOR U.S. SENATE Democratic Candidate Tammy Duckworth is the new Illinois State Senator State’s Attorney Democratic Candidate Kim Foxx is the new Cook County State’s Attorney State Comptroller Democratic Candidate Susana Mendoza is the new State Comptroller Clerk of the Circuit Court Democratic Candidate Dorothy Brown remains the Clerk of the Circuit Court State House Democratic Candidate Juilana Stratton

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Hillary Clinton replaces the Ken Dunkin 5th District seat U.S. House Races Democratic Candidate Robin Kelly kept her seat as she won U.S. House District 2.

Democratic Candidate Brad Schneider won U.S. House District 10.

Democratic Candidate Bill Foster won U.S. House District 11.

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ELECTION

Duckworth Takes Senate Seat From Kirk

By Erick Johnson Defender Staff Writer The celebrations went on all Tuesday night, but for Democratic candidate Tammy Duckworth and Republican Mark Kirk, the race for the U.S. Senate was an all out-war where there was more than just a political seat at stake. For Duckworth, it was a chance to help her party reclaim the Senate. For Kirk, it was a battle to maintain the status quo and prove to the country that the Republican Party is still alive and on top.

Both candidates were unpopular among Blacks voters, but when the attack ads stopped running and the race was finally over, Duckworth was the winner, grabbing 64 percent of the vote.

In Chicago, Duckworth won big, grabbing 78 percent of the vote. In Cook County, where there are more Republican voters, Duckworth still came out on top, taking 60 percent of the vote.

After Duckworth was declared the winner, cheers erupted at the JW Marriott downtown, where the senator-elect held her victory party in a packed room of supporters.

“We are filled with hope that history will be made tonight,” Duckworth said during her victory speech.

Duckworth was seeking a big victory like four years ago when she defeated Republican and Tea Party member Joe Walsh for the

House of Representatives eighth Congres- Republican governors in North Carolina and sional District.

Indiana have passed legislation that many But that was four years ago. Today, times believe seek to strip women, transgendered are tougher in Illinois and America. Voters are individuals and Blacks of their civil rights. At angrier. Distrust in the political establishment times during his re-election campaign bid, is at an all-time high. The Republican Party Kirk sought to distance himself from Repubcontinues a slide that began when George lican presidential candidate Donald Trump, hoping to avoid alienating his core RepubliW. Bush left office in 2008.

For Black Americans in Chicago and all can supporters.

In the eyes of many Blacks in Chicago over the country, uncertainty lies ahead as Obama, the nation’s first Black president, and Illinois, Kirk was not a good choice. A leaves the White House after eight years senator who has spoken out against Obama, in office. Although he was America’s com- throughout the election, Kirk has criticized mander in chief, it was a Republican-domi- the president and his policies, particularly nated Congress that made Obama at times ObamaCare. He has also likened the Obama a lame-duck president who failed to push an to being a “drug dealer” because of a $400 agenda that would help shape the nation’s million payment was given to Iran as part of money for hostages deal that was reached future.

But on Tuesday night, Duckworth was decades ago. In addition, Kirk’s conservative among a handful of Democrats across the policies have not appealed to Black leaders country who were seeking to reclaim the seeking to address social, economic and unSenate that the Republicans took six years employment issues in urban neighborhoods.

Low Popularity Among Blacks ago. It was a feat that had Duckworth crisscrossing the state during an election season Throughout the election season, Duckthat was fraught with ethnic and racial over- worth has also been an unpopular candidate tones. among Blacks, a community where she has For Kirk, the challenge was to convince had little visibility and held few town hall voters that his party was still relevant despite meetings and debates. During the primaries, growing distrust in the Republicans, who she rebuffed requests for debates from her have been blamed for an ineffective Con- Black Democratic opponent Andrea Zopp, gress that once caused a government shut- but Duckworth still won the nomination anydown and left the Supreme Court without a way.

But the battle between Duckworth and judge for months after Antonin Scalia died T:10”Kirk was bigger and more intense. Both canearlier this year. Many voters are weary that

didates are survivors of health setbacks. Kirk suffered a stroke in 2012. Duckworth lost her legs during combat in the Iraq War. From time to time, both candidates criticized each other for using his or her past to for political gain. During a debate in October, Kirk said a racist slur after Duckworth spoke about her mother, who emigrated to America from Thailand. The comment cost Kirk two big endorsements from a gay-rights organization and anti-gun violence group.

On the issues, Duckworth has promised to help struggling middle-class and working families. During an interview with the Chicago Defender, she also vowed to help Black struggling war veterans and disenfranchised neighborhoods. On immigration reforms, Duckworth wants to secure U.S. borders and supports a path to citizenship of illegal immigrants. Duckworth supports entitlement programs, but believes affluent Americans should be putting a bigger percentage of their income into Social Security. Duckworth supports tuition-free community college.

Kirk believes free college tuition would be too expensive and would create “a new entitlement program.” His one of many Republicans who wants to abolish ObamaCare, the health care insurance act that is the signature legislation of Obama’s presidency.

He believes entitlement programs should be reformed in a “balanced way” to protect seniors. A moderate Republican, Kirk portrayed himself as “pro-choice, pro-gay marriage and pro-gun control.”

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Dow Jones Plunges on Election News Stock markets are not handling Election Night well.

Futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA, +0.40% plunged as Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump’s lead widened in the presidential race against Democratic rival Hillary Clinton.

Trump racked up victories in several key battleground states, namely Florida and Ohio. The focus turned to Wisconsin and Michigan, where Trump is threatening to break Clinton’s so-called Wall of Blue.

Dow futures fell 750 points before modestly paring gains. They were down 728 points, or 4%, at 17,554 in recent

trade. S&P 500 futures were down 97.25 points, or 4.6%, at 2,038. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq-100 futures were off 220 points, or 4.5%, at 4,584.

The U.S. dollar slumped 3% to ¥101.79.

The ICE U.S. Dollar index, a measure of the dollar’s strength against a basket of six rivals, was off 1.7% at 96.16.

Futures for the CBOE Volatility Index VIXZ6, +20.06% rose 40%, reflecting the precipitous drop in U.S. stocks.

Asian stocks fell sharply, with Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index down 646 points, or 2.8%, at 22,262. The Nikkei 225 slid 697 points, or 4.1%, to 16,477. Australia’s

all-ordinaries index was off 126 points, or 2.4%, at 5,216.

Meanwhile, the Mexican peso plunged more than 11% to a record low at 20.30 pesos to the dollar. It was the currency’s largest daily drop since the so-called Tequila Crisis, according to the Financial Times.

Investors were clearly unprepared for Trump to perform so strongly, making it the second time this year that markets have mispriced the odds of a major vote in one of the world’s largest economies. The first was the U.K.’s vote to leave the European Union on June 23.

“Back in June, the markets had all but priced in a U.K. vote to remain in the EU, this time it was a similarly favorable market outcome that traders were banking on—a Clinton victory—and it seems that once again, they may have got it wildly wrong,” said Craig Erlam, senior market analyst at Oanda.

Gold futures jumped 3.5% at $1,318, while Treasury yields skidded 10 basis points at 1.755%.

West Texas Intermediate crude oil was down 3.3% at $43.51 a barrel.

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The Changing America E NOTES

By Kai EL’Zabar

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I’m writing Election Day, and there’s much on my mind. This election has been touted as the most important ever. I get that.

It’s been said that the country is more divided than ever. Even watched the words roll off the lips of the iconic Congressman John Lewis as I heard them spoken. He’s lived through many presidential elections, and was on the front line as one prompting the legislature into action as a participant in the Civil Rights movement front and center. So he should know.

But here’s the deal. Back then the states were in charge and the federal government stayed out of state matters. That was fine with the South. They made the laws and interpreted them as they pleased. That’s why men like Roy Bryant and brother-in-law J.W. Milam could boldly go and abduct 14-yearold Emmett Till from his uncle’s home, kill him, brag about it and be found innocent by a jury of their peers. The white southern coalition was strong and driven

by White Supremacy. Blacks continued to be terrorized by the racist whites who never got over losing to the Union and the audacity of President Lincoln to emancipate the slaves.

The country remained at a

stand-off, Union/North against Confederate/South. That’s why the fight for freedom had to take place on Southern grounds, because it was there that state laws continue to uphold and practice Jim Crow. The marches, the sit-ins, the boycotts had to take place in the heart of it all. For it’s in the heart where the hatred and resentment toward Blacks lived and gave life to it elsewhere.

It wasn’t until 1964 that President Lyndon B. Johnson (a southerner himself) finally but most reluctantly asserted federal government authority and signed into law the landmark piece of civil rights and U.S. labor law legislation in the United States. that outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

On paper, it ended unequal application of voter registration requirements and racial segregation in schools, at the workplace and by facilities that served the general public (known as "public accommodations").

Obviously, the powers given to enforce the act were initially weak, however over the years have been strengthened.

The South continued to ignore and find ways to violate or get around the Civil Rights Act. Congress asserted its authority to legislate under several different parts of the U.S. Constitution, principally its power to regulate interstate commerce under Article One (section 8), its duty to guarantee all citizens equal protection of the laws under the Fourteenth Amendment and its duty to protect voting rights under the Fifteenth

The Chicago Defender Platform Since 1905: 1. Prejudice and racism in all of its forms must be eliminated and destroyed.

2. R acial profiling and police brutality must be removed from police practices.

3. R eparations, or remediation, must be the final chapter in the arduous ordeal of slavery and legal segregation.

4. O pportunities for inclusion and advancement in all unions must be

unrestricted.

5. Full access to government contracts for all.

6. Representation in all police and fire departments must reflect the community they serve.

7. Increase access and availability for quality, affordable housing for all.

8. Establish a living and fair wage as a fundamental right for all Americans.

(Revised January 1966, May 2001)

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"To date, as we well know, the Confederate flag still flies symbolically with pride in the South. My point is that the ideology remains much the same.”

Amendment.

Just as the southerners sought to impede the progress of Blacks, the Republicans did the same with a vengeance, as the 2008 Republican elected statesmen met after President Obama’s inauguration and vowed among themselves to stop everything he attempted to do. They had no interest in whether or not it was good for the people. He was Black and had no right to be their president. Imagine that! It’s a fact, in 2008 the thinking had not moved one centimeter from the Confederate’s thinking. Stopping the Black man was the goal.

You know that had the members of the Black Caucus done such a thing toward a white president, their action would have been considered an act of treason. Such is the way things remain . . . a double standard for white males and others.

To date, as we well know, the Confederate flag still flies symbolically with pride in the South.

My point is that the ideology remains much the same. So the way I see it, the election of President Obama was the straw that broke the camel’s back.

The Republican white male ego could no longer suppress the learned politeness, political or gender correctness, the appropriateness of decorum, or the sophisticated social graces. So

Letter to the Editor Campaign Has Become a Farce I am a senior citizen. I’m writing this article since in all my days I have never witnessed candidates turn their campaigns into a such a comical farce, and Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton continue to attack each oth-

slowly what they had kept for their backroom conversations and insider discussions began to seep through the seams, exposing and revealing their real thinking.

Congressman Lewis attributes Trumpism to their fear of the Changing America, also known as the Browning of America, but most importantly to the diversity of America, including women, the disabled, Muslims, Blacks, Latinos, LBGT and all people who make up America, all vying for a place in the world of dreams. It’s no longer the world where corporate America’s boardrooms are all white men with a sprinkle of white women (often the daughters or wives of the wealthy).

Blacks Rise to the Occasion

The world is in, no longer dominated by Third World status but ever emerging to advance forward. We can no longer waltz our way into another country and simply take what we want and use its resources for our own advancement. The rest of the world needs what we need now. So the competition for resources is great. How we deal with a changing world going forward is what we must consider in who, what and why the office of the President of the United States is most important. er due to mistakes they made.

Discussion should point to more important issues, such as improving government programs and providing what is best for the people. Instead, they continue to point fingers.

Clinton is a woman of greatness; understandably, she must defend herself because of the ridiculous remarks and attacks being spoken by Trump.

Trump has succeeded in lowering the standards of the Re-

With all their attempts to change the direction that we initiated through our desire to be self-expressed, heard and free, Black folks rose to the occasion, parting the waters to stand shoulder to shoulder as equals because no matter how much they undermined us, beat us down, demeaned, belittled and terrorized us, here we stand. We pushed through to get through. We have moved, touched and inspired the world, and others who have followed our lead and stood up for their rights.

We have our faults, yes. We have our issues, yes. We have a distance to go, but we’re still on the journey. Freedom is never easy. Ask any freedom fighter, but know that we will win, we are winning.

And do note that all those Blacks who voted for Trump, you have to take responsibility for accepting and perpetuating the ideology of a man who is endorsed by the KKK and the FOP and not question why. A man who belittles and disrespects women, Blacks, Muslims, Latinos, generals, veterans, war heroes, the disabled and anyone who, in his perception, is not a '10.' You must be held accountable. publican Party, his supporters and mainly himself.

Sadly, Trump, like Adolf Hitler, speaks in a manner to attract the many unfortunate followers.

Our United States was founded on biblical truths.

These truths are still evident.

We are a God-fearing people.

Everything we must live by and become.

Gloria Cooks

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LOCAL

Forum Educates Public on Resources Available After Violent Crimes

By Ken Hare Defender Staff Writer This past weekend at Operation Push, the Cook County Bar Association (CCBA), Clerk of the Court Dorothy Brown and Mothers Matter for Justice convened a community meeting to discuss what happens if you or someone you know happens to find yourself the victim of a violent crime.

The forum featured guest speakers who are involved with, connected to, or assist individuals and families who unwittingly have been affected by Chicago’s muddled violence. Moderated by WVON’s Perri Small, panelists included: Crisis Responder Dawn Valenti of Chicago Survivors; Michael Rodriquez from the Office of the Medical Examiner; attorney Cannon D. Lambert Sr., who represented the family of Sandra Bland; CPD Commander Ron Hope, and Cynthia Hora from the Illinois Attorney General Crime Victim Compensation Program.

The goal of the forum was to demystify and educate the public and those affected by violence about the various state actors that they’ll most likely meet on their road to seeking justice and restoration.

Obtaining documents like police reports, medical records and court docu-

ments can be confusing, especially for someone who has lost a loved one and is going through the grieving process. No one knows this better than Miyoshia Bailey, one of the founders of Mothers Matter for Justice (MMFJ), who lost her son, 23-yearold Cortez Bailey, on June 23, 2013.

Bailey believes he was “set up” due to the fact that he received a phone call to meet someone on the street at 75th and Yates. Upon arrival, “someone walked up to him and shot him in broad daylight while others watched,” she said.

Independent activist and MMFJ co-founder Takala Welch also experienced the unexpected loss of a loved one – her grandson Eric Lacey Jr. – who was shot in the back seat of a friend’s car while on the way to a convenience store. The two mothers, along with others, established MMFJ in May of this year to assist others to navigate the system that they say is plagued with misinformation and rumors.

“It’s basic information,” says Bailey “It won’t solve anyone’s case but to get people the basic information that they don’t have.” It can make a difference in their situation, she insists.

“Having the correct information at your fingertips can make or break a grieving family, and the forum was designed to introduce the community to the support that is avail-

(L-R) Cynthia Hora, Illinois Victims Compensation; Attorney Cannon D. Lambert Sr.; Natalie Howse – CCBA President at Operation Push. able but often overlooked because people don’t know these services exist,” says Natalie Howse, president of the Cook County Bar Association – one of the sponsors.

Other Sources of Help

Dawn Valenti, a first responder with Chicago Survivors since 2009, says, “Anytime anyone gets killed in the city of Chicago, we get a call from the Chicago Police Department. We can get called out to the crime scene or we can get called out to the

hospital. What happens is we approach the family and I explain to the family that we are crisis responders and we are here to help their family.

“We talk to them about going to the medical examiner’s office, when they can go, how many people are allowed to go to the office. We talk about the Crime Victims Compensation, which is a program available through the attorney general’s office which helps pay for funeral and burial if there’s no insurance.

“We also walk them through the whole court system if somebody is in court. If somebody is charged we go to bond court with them.” Valenti shares that in bond court, if someone is a witness or relative of someone involved in a violent situation, they go to court earlier than everyone else so relatives can be briefed on the circumstances, before the hearing begins so that they’re not shocked by the details of the case that may come out in open court.

For more information about the compensation program visit http://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/victims/cvc.html For information about Chicago Survivors visit: http://www.chicagosurvivors.org/ Scheduling for the next MMFJ community forums are being planned – stay tuned for dates and locations. Visit us online for the full story at www.chicagodefender.com.

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Chance the Rapper Leads Millennials To the Polls

By Mary L. Datcher Defender Senior Staff Writer On the eve of the general election, one of Chicago’s own — hip hop artist and political advocate Chance the Rapper — made a bold statement. The 23-year-old musical superstar brought together close to 3,000 young attendees for the Parade to the Polls rally and concert at the Petrillo Music Shell in Grant Park.

Having partnered with the NAACP throughout the Magnificent Coloring Day tour dates, Chance and his team have diligently helped register countless young millennial voters, engaging many first-time voters with key information in their hometown.

With so much on the line between the Democratic candidate, Hillary Clinton, and Republic candidate Donald Trump, he and his team felt it was important to dismantle the stigma of millennials sitting out the general election.

“It’s important for me to be a part of it.

I understand the gravity of the right to vote and how it’s been stripped by so many people for so long, how it continues to count for us. It’s a right, but it’s also a huge privilege that only certain people see,” he said. “I wanted to make sure that we had as many people to recognize their power of voting and to mobilize collectively as possible.”

According to the Pew Research Institute, if boomer-and-older eligible voters turn out, millennials and Xers could match them even by turning out at much lower rates. A turnout rate of 70 percent among older voters would translate to 68.6 million votes. Millennials and Gen-X could match that number of votes with a turnout rate of 54.5 percent. This level of turnout among the two younger generations seems plausible based on past elections.

Artists Use Their Platform Joining Chance onstage to get the crowd warmed up was Twin Peaks, Taylor Bennett, Malcolm London, Stephan Ponce, DJ Odd Couple and Eryn Allen Kane.

Singer/songwriter Kane remembers her first time voting, in the 2008 presidential election, having first relocated from her hometown of Detroit to Chicago.

“When I was 18, the incentive was if you don’t vote, then this is your life 10 years or eight years from now. It was very big for me, being in Chicago as a transplant. I was registered in Michigan. My parents made sure that I knew that voting was important.

That is what you do to make a difference. I went home, voted and took a bus the same day back.” She said it was one of the most magical moments to stand in Grant Park witnessing President-elect Barack Obama and influencers such as Oprah Winfrey there alongside others enjoying history being made.

Unfortunately, like so many of her peers, this election has not brought the same electricity as 2008 nor the re-election of President Obama in 2012.

Kane says, “There’s a big difference.

With this election, it was very hard for me to really get into it, not only because I was on a tour and got my musical career going. More so, both of the candidates, I

Chance the Rapper rocks the vote. (Photos by Mary L. Datcher)

Taylor Bennett performs in front of 3,000 attendees at the Parade to the Polls Rally and Concert in Grant Park.

Singing sensation Eryn Allen Kane warms up young attendees at the Parade to the Polls Rally and Concert in Grant Park.

didn’t know much about them. They were before election day, helping to steer people uninteresting to me, especially Trump. He to the polls. He still looks forward to his fuwas like very ‘TMZ’ — this whole election ture. Martin asked certain questions. was like a TMZ ep“What type of isode. It was just environment that I back and forth, would be living in — petty comment who could help me? after another. AfI knew for a fact ter Bernie lost in that Trump couldn’t the primary, I was help me, he wasn’t almost completely looking out for peouninterested.” ple like me. I knew it Such was the was serious that I at case with BYP100 least made an effort community activist to make sure that Ayinde Martin, who he wasn’t elected.” was on hand at the Young voter fills in a Voter Engagement The producer Parade to the Polls coloring book at the Chance the Rapper of the event was rally. At 21, he is still Parade to the Poll Rally and Concert in Chicago-based Sopessimistic about Grant Park. cial Works — a non trusting elected ofprofit organization ficials, but felt not that Chance and two of his friends formed voting could be just as damaging. to engage youth in various initiatives while “We all know the system is corrupt. We creating a safe place to be heard. know that the system was built on corrupIn producing such a large undertaking tion. Especially for Black youth, it doesn’t in a short period of time, organizations make sense to feed into the same thing such as Chicago Votes, TurboVote, Prime that is hurting us. It doesn’t matter who Fortune and Boost Mobile were an integral wins because it’s still going to be the same part of the production. system behind all of this. That’s why Black Artist Malcolm London is a familiar face youth are not voting because we know it’s on the Chicago spoken word scene and a fraudulent system,” Martin said. sharing the stage with Chance over the As a first-time voter, he and his friends years, understands the sense of urgency felt it was important to be in attendance in educating young adults on public policy. with thousands of others on the evening He makes his presidential choice clear in

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this general election unapologetically.

London says, “It’s important that folks like Chance and myself reiterate that it matters and it matters more in this moment. As an organizer, we want to get Hillary in office because we don’t want Donald Trump. What’s equally important, we have 76 judges on the ballot that mostly go unopposed because no one knows,” he explains. “These are people that affect our lives, particularly as Black people, particularly as folks from the South and West Side who deal with daily interactions with the police. That’s what I’m pushing for.

Thanks to folks like BallotReady and BYP — it’s always important.”

It has been almost a year that the world was rocked with the horrible images of the police dashcam of 17-year old Laquan McDonald being shot 16 times by then Chicago police officer James Van Dyke. Like so many outraged young people who took to the streets that same evening of the video release, London protested and was arrested and released.

“I didn’t need to watch the video to understand what we needed to do in this city and in this country. I don’t need to see a young person get shot 16 times to know that the justice system is not working. In this year, for a lot of people or at least the people I organized with that night, last year it was a heavy year — it still is.” Growing up on the West Side, this wasn’t an overnight revelation — it just took the rest of the city to wake up.

“As an artist, I took some time to reflect just as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Malcolm X, James Baldwin and Zora Neale Hurston did as writers, so this year has been about reflection. I’m just glad to be a part of this movement to get out young voters.”

The rally and concert was to originate at the Virgin Hotels Chicago on Wabash and Lake Street, but was relocated under a day’s notice due to the swelling outreach of “word-of-mouth” and social media. The City of Chicago, the Chicago Park District and the Chicago Police Department immediately went into high gear to provide the necessary resources in place for one of the city’s most powerful young voices.

Promptly at 5:30 p.m., Chance ends his rousing music set — preparing attendees to follow him to the nearest poll at 15 W. Washington. As local news outlet helicopters hover over the crowd, they quietly leave Grant Park with police escorts on bikes, making their way to vote.

It was an impressive sight, wrapping lines around the building — close to 600 voters.

Working with Chance and sharing the similar commitment to engage people, Eryn Allen Kane doesn’t take this responsibility lightly and admires his movement to make things happen.

“He’s a young, Black man who made it on his own with the help of a community.

He just sits up and delegates and it’s so important for young Black males, especially who come up in music. It’s important for them to take on a political role as well as an entertainer’s role,” Kane said. “We have a right and duty as artists to use our platform to influence those who may not know what direction to go.” www.chicagodefender.com

LOCAL

Aviation Program Takes off With Open House

By Erick Johnson Defender Staff Writer They were ready for takeoff. Home base was room 104, where future pilots, engineers and scientists were busy tinkering with flight simulators, drones, and model airplanes. With a Tuskegee airman watching, the bright high school students beamed with excitement and energy as their skills took off.

On Nov. 2, they were among some 125 students at Bronzeville’s Perspectives Charter School-IIT Math & Science Academy. Here, they took part in Family Flight Night, an open house for present and future participants in the AeroStar program.

For the past four years the afterschool program has inspired students to explore the aviation industry and pursue careers in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). The program’s open house was the first one in its history.

During the evening program, officials announced a $50,000 grant from Boeing — the world’s largest aerospace company that makes sophisticated satellites, space stations and commercial planes for many of the nation’s high-profile airlines.

The announcement was the latest achievement for the AeroStar program project that has soared in popularity since it got off the ground in 2012. With little resources, its founder, Tammera Holmes, the high-spirited “After School Ambassador,” has developed a program that’s lifted the hopes of hundreds of minority high school students whose futures once looked uncertain. AeroStar is offered at three high schools that are part of After School Matters, the popular program founded by the late Maggie Daley, the wife of former Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley. In addition

A student plays with a flight simulator during the AeroStar program Family Flight Night open house at Perspectives Charter School in Bronzeville on Nov. 2. (Photo by Erick Johnson) to Perspectives Charter School, the other participating schools are Bronzeville’s Urban Prep Charter School for Young Men, and the Young Women’s Leadership Charter School, which will offer the AeroStar program during the summer.

Academic Initiative Pipeline Project

Now, Holmes aims to take the program to greater heights with Boeing’s donation.

Holmes wants to create the Academic Initiative Pipeline Project, which will serve younger students from pre-kindergarten to eighth grade. It’s not certain about what primary and elementary schools will be involved, but at the AeroStar’s open house Nov. 2, eager parents filled out applications, hoping their child would get accepted into a program that now has a wait list.

AeroStar students impressed and inspired their moms and dads that evening as they demonstrated how to land a plane on a flight simulator. Some flew mini drones in the school’s narrow hallway. A bonus from Holmes and a team of program organizers was a bag full of goodies and information about the AeroStar program. Eyes widened as students watched a video presentation that showed some of the activities and field trips that are part of the program.

In addition to operating flight simulators and mini drones, AeroStar participants receive tutorial services, free career counseling and meet with aviation professionals. Opportunities for participants to earn scholarships and help on where to apply for college are available.

AeroStar participants also take field trips to local airports. One high school se-

nior, 17-year-old Briya McIntyre, last June visited the Gary/Chicago International Airport, where she flew over the region in a private plane.

“It was so cool because I once lived in Hammond, Indiana, so I saw my old house,” said Briya, who has been in the AeroStar program her four years of high school. She flew on a plane for the first time in June 2015, when she traveled to Southern Illinois University (SIU) in downstate Carbondale. Briya wants to study aviation management. She has applied to SIU, Louis University in Romeoville and Western Illinois University. Briya said these colleges have good aviation schools.

Elijah Boroou, a 14-year-old freshman at Perspectives Charter School, said he is considering aviation as a career alternative. He wants to be an engineer.

Holmes said AeroStar operates on a skeleton budget of about $40,000 a year.

She hopes that Boeing’s $50,000 contribution will spur on other corporate donations.

She and AeroStar officials advocate for minority students like Briya and Elijah who do not have the opportunity to fly in a plane or gain exposure to careers in aviation like more affluent students. With more jobs and careers in aviation, Holmes said Blacks and minority applicants are not hired because they are not qualified and/or lack the same access as their counterparts.

To date, AeroStar has exposed nearly 400 students to the aviation industry, noting the program has nearly 90 participants annually, Holmes said. Some AeroStar alumni have gone on to earn their pilot’s license.

To apply for the program, applicants who demonstrate an interest in aviation could go to www.afterschoolmatters.org.

Defense in Laquan Case Won’t Take ‘No’ for an Answer

By Erick Johnson Defender Staff Writer When the judge said no, they went to another judge to get their request approved. That didn’t work either. Now, the defense team in the Laquan McDonald case is preparing to go at it again. But waiting for them is a tough judge who has stared down a defense team that’s determined to carve out a winning case for a white officer accused of killing a Black teenager.

But In the other corner are prosecutors and lawyers who are out to make sure Chicago’s most high-profile case remains focused on the killer and not the life of the victim.

Emotions are running high at the Leighton Criminal Court Building, where the troubled life and death of McDonald has taken center stage during a series of pretrial hearings that have turned into a tug of war between defense lawyers and prosecutors. It’s a case that’s shaping up to be an intense fight over documents that may help shape the criminal trial of Jason Van Dyke, Chicago’s first police officer who has been charged with first-degree murder www.chicagodefender.com

for killing a teenager.

For years, high-profile criminal trials around the country have provided powerful courtroom drama, but the case of Van Dyke may be the most intense case in the city’s history and perhaps the nation’s.

Behind the intrigue is Van Dyke’s team of big-shot lawyers who, despite stiff opposition, are lighting up pretrial hearings that’s giving activists and Black leaders a scary glimpse of what they should expect in the criminal trial.

For the third time, defense lawyers on Nov. 2 said they will request the juvenile records of the teenager who was killed by Van Dyke in 2014.

The announcement came after Judge Patricia Martin on Oct. 12 denied a similar request by the defense team. It was the second time the judge denied the defense request. The first time was Aug. 10. Now Van Dyke’s lawyers believe that a third time may be the charm.

In her rulings, Martin has expressed under the law her belief that Van Dyke is not qualified to have access to McDonald’s juvenile records because he has been charged with first-degree murder.

The ruling pleased the lawyers for McDon-

ald’s mother, Tina Hunter. They called the defense’s request a “fishing expedition” that aims to shift the focus away from Van Dyke and the false narrative he and others gave before a dashcam video was released and showed what really happened.

The lead attorney, Daniel Herbert, said the records were vital for the defense of Van Dyke, who shot McDonald 16 times.

More than a year later, a video of the killing was released, sparking numerous protests throughout Chicago and the country. The video also led to the firing of then Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy and the ouster of Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez in the Democratic primary elections.

A chunk of McDonald’s files has already been released to several news media outlets. In most instances, juvenile records are confidential documents that are closed to the public. Public record laws recognize the need for media outlets to use confidential documents for important news stories. If there is a compelling interest for disclosing the content of the records, a judge may grant media outlets limited access to some juvenile records.

The McDonald case has been one of them. Hundreds of documents have been

released to Chicago’s mainstream newspapers and television stations. The documents tell the story of a sad and difficult life of McDonald. At a young age, he was molested and he was placed under state care. Like many young Black males, gangs and drugs were a heavy influence on McDonald as he lived on the city’s West Side.

During pretrial hearings, these juvenile records have been a big concern for Van Dyke’s defense team, which have been accused of trying to create a defense to smear McDonald’s reputation and show that he was responsible for his own death.

But since the pretrial hearing began last summer, Hunter has remained opposed to the release of her son’s juvenile records.

After their initial request for McDonald’s juvenile records were denied, Van Dyke’s lawyers took another route. This time, they submitted another request before a different judge, Vincent Vaughn, who is the presiding judge over the criminal case. The defense team wants access to 8,000 pages of McDonald’s records from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. Still, their second request for the juvenile records was rerouted back to Martin, who once again said “no.”

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SPORTS

An Ode to the ‘Uncle Jesses’ of Cubs Nation

A sea of blue turns out for the Cubbies at the World Series championship celebration Friday in Grant Park. (Photos by John Alexander)

By Eugene McIntosh The Bigs Media I wish my Uncle Jesse were here to celebrate the Cubs’ 2016 World Series championship with me.

Growing up right off 90th and Cottage Grove, I would come home from school, grab my peanut butter and jelly sandwiches my great grandmother Pansy would have ready for me, and go straight to my Uncle Jesse’s room in the back of the house. He would have the Cubs game on WGN-AM radio blasting, (He couldn’t stand Harry Caray) with a couple of cans of Old Style and a half pint of the cheapest whiskey he could get his hands on, and just tell me story after story. Stories about everything from the Negro Leagues to Mr. Cub, Ernie Banks. From Fergie Jenkins, the late Ron Santo, all the way to the man himself, Billy Williams.

He gave me an appreciation for the greats of Cubs past, all while watching my favorite players of the ‘80s with me. Bobby Dernier, Ryne Sandberg, “The Sarge” Gary Matthews, Rick Sutcliffe. Guys like Shawon Dunston, “The Hawk” Andre Dawson and current Cubs bench coach Dave Martinez were my heroes.

You see, each and every Cubs fan has someone like my Uncle Jesse.

The one that told us of how each and every Cubs player sucked until they leave Chicago and blossom into new players with new teams. We never talked about curses, a goat, race, or anything of that nature. It was strictly baseball. It was all about the work ethic, the passion, and knowledge of the game.

We remember watching the vintage 1984 season with our “Uncle Jesses” in which Rick Sutcliffe won the Cy Young and Ryne Sandberg the MVP, but came up short to the late great Tony Gwynn and the San Diego Padres.

We remember the “Shawon-OMeter,” where longtime Cubs fan Dave Cihla held a sign in the left

Cubs Closer Aroldis Chapman with The Commisioner’s Trophy.

Javier Baez acknowledges the fans.

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Cubs Manager Joe Maddon shares a laugh with Mayor Rahm Emanuel.

Infielder Addison Russell smiles with pride.

field bleachers displaying shortstop Shawon Dunston’s daily batting average.

We remember the dismal, lastplace 1987 season where the only bright light was Andre Dawson and his 49 home run MVP season.

We remember Wrigley Field with no lights.

We remember the 1989 season with veteran guys like Dawson and Sandberg mixed with newcomers such as Mark Grace, Greg Maddux and rookie Jerome Walton and thinking Maddux would be the missing piece to the puzzle . . . until he became another Cubs casualty and became an all-time great with the Atlanta Braves.

We remember 2003. One word.

BARTMAN. Our “Uncle Jesses” would have loved this magical 2016 season.

They would have loved Cubs President Theo Epstein’s commitment to the process.

They would have loved the family atmosphere manager Joe Maddon created around the team.

They would have loved Kris Bryant’s humility, how smooth Addison Russell is, Dexter Fowler’s leadership and Javier Baez’s swag.

Our “Uncle Jesses” would have loved everything about this 2016 Cubs team.

So, to the mothers, like my “mom dukes” that showed their sons how to properly score a baseball game using a scorecard. To the uncles, like my Uncle Jesse who embodied the true essence of a Black Cubs fan that suffered the annual heartbreak of the “Wait til’ next year, Cubs.”

When first baseman Anthony Rizzo caught the throw to first from third baseman Kris Bryant for the final out that locked down their first World Series win in 108 years, it was not only a win for the Cubbies, it was a win for US. So we celebrate in your honor.

We know you’re smiling from heaven because THE CUBS FINALLY DID IT!

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A World Series to Remember

Cubs General Manager Jed Hoyer and Cubs President of Baseball Operations Theo Epstein.

Cubs reliever Carl Edwards Jr. celebrates the championship. (Photos by John Alexander)

At last, Cubs legend Billy Williams rejoices.

Cubs captain Anthony Rizzo earned his worth.

By Terrence Tomlin The Bigs Media For most millennials like me, we were raised during an era of great social and technological advancements. We have seen the creation of the internet, the introduction of social media, and the invention of the iPhone, just to name a few. But even for our generation, there are two things that those who raised us agreed we would never see happen in our lifetime.

First, we were told that we would not live long enough to see a Black man become the president of the United States. But on Nov. 4, 2008, we saw that sentiment come crashing down with the election of Barack Obama, the nation’s 44th president and 1st African-American to hold the office.

Next, we were told that the www.chicagodefender.com

Chicago Cubs would never win another World Series championship.

Well, as of last Wednesday, Nov. 2, our elders are officially 0 for 2.

After “LIT” innings of a “winner take all” Game 7 in this year’s World Series, we saw our Cubbies grind out an 8-7 victory over the Cleveland Indians and win their first World Series title since 1908.

It was their first World Series appearance since 1945.

However, it is important to note that these dates are not only significant because they represent how long it’s been since the Cubs were last champions. These dates also represent a time that would have significantly altered the product the Cubs would have been able to put on the field.

Both 1908 and 1945 predate when Jackie Robinson famously broke the color lines in Major

Secretary of State Jesse White, flanked by two beautiful women, celebrates the victory.

League Baseball in April of 1947, meaning that when the Cubs were last playing for the crown of champions, no Black players were allowed to play in Major League Baseball. So when Cubs centerfielder Dexter Fowler stepped to the plate as the Cubs’ leadoff hitter in Game 1 of this year’s World Series, he was the first African-American player in Cubs history to play in a World Series game.

But the historic racial breakthroughs of this year’s World Series didn’t just take place on the field, they extended to the press areas of Progressive Field in Cleveland and Wrigley Field here in Chicago.

1945 also predates legendary Chicago Black journalist Wendell Smith becoming the first African-American member of the Baseball Writers Association of America. The color ban that exist-

ed for Black baseball players also existed for Black sports reporters, as they were not allowed into the press areas of major league ballparks. This often resulted in Black sports reporters having to report on the game from very peculiar parts of the ballpark, including in between the stands, sitting on top of the dugout, and even sometimes from outside the ballpark while listening to a transistor radio.

Even today, in an industry and a sport that is predominantly white, spotting a Black sports journalist in a major league ballpark can be an exercise in futility, but I am here to help.

As a co-founder of “The Bigs Media,” one of Chicago’s first Black-owned sports media outlets and one of the few sports journalists of color who had the honor of covering the Cubs’ first World Series Championship in 108 years, it

would be irresponsible of me not to shine a light on the group of local journalists who would have not had the opportunity to do so back when the Cubs were last playing in the World Series in 1945.

Eugene McIntosh (The Bigs Media), Terrence Tomlin (The Bigs Media), Ryan Baker (CBS Chicago), Jim Rose (ABC Chicago), Dionne Miller (ABC Chicago), Siafa Lewis (NBC Chicago), George Smith (Fox32 Chicago), Kenny McReynolds (WCIU), Jason Goff (WSCR), Laurence Holmes (WSCR), Michael E. Mayden (Mayden Media), Sahadev Sharma (The Athletic) and Mark Gonzales (Chicago Tribune) Through these sports journalists, a voice and perspective that was silenced in 1945 lives strong in 2016 and will only get stronger.

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EDUCATION

SXU Offers Students Top-Notch Hospitality Programs

By Mae Ebert Defender Staff Writer Saint Xavier University (SXU), the oldest Catholic University in the city of Chicago, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, is celebrating 170 years of service to the community and taking advantage of the anniversary to introduce one of its programs.

What Makes Hospitality Special

The exciting Hospitality Management program offers a broad spectrum of careers in the hospitality industry. It is housed in the Graham School of Management. Graham is committed to teaching students customer service at its best; therefore, it specializes in teaching and preparing students in the art of serving those who are away from their homes.

Whether you have chosen to pursue a career in hospitality or not, you may want to consider: •The hospitality industry is the world’s largest industry with over 1 billion travelers and generating receipts of over $1 trillion.

•It is responsible for generating 11 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP).

•The hospitality industry is the second-largest employer in the United States after the government.

Dr. Joyce A. Hunter

Graham School of Management at St. Xavier University offers a broad spectrum of programs in the hospitality industry.

•In more than half of the 50 states, the hospitality industry is considered to be one of the largest industries.

•The hospitality industry controls over 8 percent of the total employment in the

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What is the Hospitality Industry?

Most people appreciate the experience of authentic personable hospitality while away from the comforts of home.

In the hospitality management program, students are trained in the skills and techniques to become masters in the industry.

SXU’s hospitality management program is unique because it reinforces the university’s core values of hospitality and service on a daily basis. The goal of the program is to teach and prepare students how to express compassion, assist and respect those they encounter.

The hospitality industry spans the areas of travel, tourism, hotels, restaurants, recreation, concierge lodging and event management. Students learn that all customers are king or queen, and their goal is to deliver each customer the best service possible.

While the hospitality industry is a complex and exciting industry often thought of as hotel management, travel and tourism, hospitality comprises a wide range of businesses representing the scope of hospitality and tourism: 1. Travel and tourism — airline, cruise, rail, coach and automobile.

2. Lodging — hotels, motels and resorts.

3. Assembly and event management — meetings, conventions and expositions.

4. Restaurants and managed services — restaurants, managed services and food service.

5. Recreation — gaming/casinos, attractions, amusement parks, national

parks and recreation.

Each business is a pipeline to jobs or career paths for students who choose to major in hospitality management. Dr. Joyce Hunter, director of the Hospitality Management Program, says Saint Xavier University’s Graham School of Management offers competitive advantages over other universities with similar programs because the classes are smaller. “Our smaller classes offer a closer relationship with each student and a greater advantage to strengthen and develop their skills.”

Hunter brings more than a quarter century of experience working within the airline industry, which she shares in the classroom.

Further, Graham provides students the opportunity to make on-site visits each semester to different hotels, restaurants, amusement parks and convention centers to experience the industry firsthand. Graham works with other businesses to bring guest speakers from the hospitality industry to visit classrooms and impart their knowledge and information as well as create student internships within the industry One of the most defining aspects of the hospitality industry is its focus on providing outstanding levels of customer satisfaction, regardless of the business. While this is true for most business, the hospitality industry relies exclusively on customers’ satisfaction because these businesses are based on providing luxury services.

For more information about the program, email Dr. Joyce A. Hunter, Director, Hospitality Management Program, at Hunter@sxu.edu.

“The hospitality industry spans the areas of travel, tourism, hotels, restaurants, recreation, concierge lodging and event management.”

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR November 2016 NOVEMBER 9

What You Need to Know Before You Press GO! How to Open a Day Care, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Presented by the Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC). In this workshop you will learn the step-by-step guide on launching a child care business.

It will teach you how to avoid common mistakes and about the importance of developing a business plan, determining your start-up budget and financing options.

NOVEMBER 10

After Chicago violence took Bobby Barber’s brother’s life, the family business flourished and today celebrates its 10th anniversary of becoming the south suburbs’ first African-American-owned full-service printing manufacturer. WDB Marketing celebrates its 10th anniversary with a Gala and L.E.G.A.C.Y. Awards ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 10. The event takes place from 7-10 p.m. at the Harold Washington Cultural Center in Bronzeville, at 4701 S. King Drive. Five business owners and community leaders will be honored for building L.E.G.A.C.Y (Leadership, Education, Growth, Advocacy, Community, Youth). Awardees include Kurt Summers, city treasurer; Diane Latiker, Kids Off the Block; Emil Cambry, Blue 1647; Phillip Jackson, Black Star Project; Cameka Smith, The BOSS Network; and Mary Lindsey, Jokes & Notes

NOVEMBER 11

On Friday, Nov. 11, the country will mark Veterans Day — a day to honor those who have served in the armed forces. Veterans Day 2016 deals for many restaurants and businesses will honor veterans with free meals, car washes, haircuts and other deals. The following deals are available for 2016. Note, some deals are for Friday, others are for different days, so call or check their websites. Some of the participating restaurants are Olive Garden, Applebee’s, Little Caesars, California Pizza Kitchen, The Original Pancake House, Buffalo Wild Wings, Denny’s, Old Country Buffet, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, Dunkin Donuts, LongHorn Steakhouse, Mimi’s Cafe, Chipotle, Boston Market, Panera Bread. Starbucks hasn’t officially released its Veterans Day deal, but Starbucks is offering a buy one holiday drink and get one free special from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 10 to 14.

Chicago Urban League, IMPACT Leadership Development Program, is hosting an event featuring historian Timuel Black on Nov. 11, “Roles and Impact of African Americans in Chicago Politics.” The event will provide a panel discussion featuring Shawnelle Richie, Director of Community Affairs at CBS-2 Chicago WBBM Television; Jesus “Chuy” Garcia, Cook County Commissioner 7th District, and the Honorable Emil Jones, retired president of the Illinois State Senate, Friday, Nov. 11, at the Chicago Urban League, at 4510 S Michigan Ave., from 9:30 a.m.-noon. The program will bring together a multigenerational audience and impart important information.

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sity by Frank Dawson and Abby Ginzberg tell the story of the late ’60s grassroots struggle that led to the creation of departments of Black and ethnic studies at American universities as a documentary focusing on the seminal student revolts at San Francisco State and Cornell University. Friday, Nov. 11, 6 p.m. Jacque Jones, one of the student activist featured in the film, will be present for audience discussion. The theater is at 164 North State Street. For more information visit www. siskelfilmcenter.org or call 312.846.2800 ETA Creative Arts Foundation presents the brilliant work by Chicago’s native son Oscar Brown Jr., In De Beginnin’. The creative genius is never more clear than it is in this beautiful revival tribute to the iconic entertainer, writer and social activist that captures a glimpse into his mind and spirit under the musical direction by his daughter, the talented Maggie Brown.

Kemati J. Porter is Producing Artistic Director. The script and lyrics were written

by Oscar Brown Jr. However, the musical composition was a collaborative effort created by Calvin Brunson, also a Chicagoan.

The production opens Nov. 11 and runs through Dec. 24 at eta Creative Arts Foundation, at 7558 S. South Chicago Ave. Showtimes are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sundays at 3 p.m.

General Admission is $40, with reduced rates for seniors, students and groups.

To purchase tickets and inquire about additional information on group sales, call 773-752-3955 or visit www.etacreativearts.org.

NOVEMBER 11 - 17

The Gene Siskel Film Center showcases Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise, back by popular demand, the biography of America’s poet, the iconic African-American whose life was a testament to transformation in spite of the challenges and obstacles that would have stopped one of

ordinary presence. But the remarkable woman we came to know as Ms. Angelou was no ordinary person. She was, in summary, the renaissance woman of boulder proportions whose life was so full of contradictions and balance. The beauty of the life she lived is captured through the vision of the award-winning filmmaker Rita Whack, whose portrayal will move and inspire you as she reveals the strong, sensitive, reflective woman whose spirit and love of life was bigger than anything she confronted. Check the showtimes, which begin Friday, Nov 11. at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and runs through Thursday, Nov. 17 at 8 p.m. The theater is at 164 North State Street. For more information visit www. siskelfilmcenter.org or call 312.846.2800

NOVEMBER 15 -18

Chicago Arts Partnerships in Education (CAPE) presents CONVERGENCE 2016, an annual exhibition of student art and academic work Wednesday through Friday at Mana Contemporary, at 2233 S. Throop St., Chicago. The CONVERGENCE exhibition showcases the innovative works of visual, digital, and performing art created by students participating in CAPE’s Veteran Partnerships Program at 19 Chicago Public Schools. Artwork on display includes explorations of personal identity, culture, and science through the perspective of 3rd grade students at Boone Elementary schools that used the study of bird anatomy to construct wearable sculptures reflecting their individuality; sound art collages capturing the urban and rural environment of the Midwest (Hamilton Elementary School); Superpower Logo Illustrations that lead students to better understand themselves and the strengths that shine beyond their disabilities (Vaughn Occupational High School). For more information please visit www.CAPEweb.org.

NOVEMBER 16 Dr. Sakira Jackson Presents CEO Sum-

mit, “Passion, Purpose, Profit,” on Wednesday, Nov. 16, at the Solomon Group LLC at 233 S. Wacker Drive, 70th Floor, Chicago.

Registration opens at 8:30 am, Summit starts at 9 a.m.-noon. The summit is for you if your business is challenged by change or will be challenged. You will meet peer CEOs, presidents and business owners as well as learn the major trends and how to combat them from a community of CEOs. Admission is free.

NOVEMBER 18 - 23

The first Chicago run of Raising Bertie, six years in the making, is a documentary that follows three young Black men in North Carolina’s rural Bertie County as their alternative school closes, opportunities diminish and they face challenges, hardships and the usual obstacles growing up Black and male imposes upon them, including an incarcerated dad, broken homes and too early fatherhood. Produced by Kartemquin Films, it interconnects narratives of family and poverty, and the will to push through and triumph. The production team will be present Friday, Nov. 18, and Saturday, Nov. 19, at 5:30 pm.

The theater is at 164 North State Street.

For more information visit www.siskelfilmcenter.org or call 312.846.2800 Julie Dash’s Daughters of the Dust, 25th year anniversary of its release premieres the newly re-mastered restoration Friday, Nov. 25, at the Gene Siskel Film Center. The breathtaking beauty and haunting cultural resonance of this film will leave an undeniable impression upon your memory and even conjure up those buried deep within your soul. The film begins on a summer day in in 1902, a large African-American family descended from slaves gathers for one last picnic in their Sea Island home on the eve of their move North. The theater is at 164 North State Street. Call for showtimes or visit the website at www.siskelfilmcenter.org or call 312.846.2800.

SPOTLIGHT

Golden Fellowship Dinner Celebrates Urban League’s 100 Years The Chicago Urban League celebrates its 2016 annual Golden Fellowship Dinner showcasing entertainment headliner Diana Ross, the Diva of all Divas and one of the most iconic female vocal artists of all time. The triple threat talented artist will bring her grandeur and glamour to the evening as the star performer at the benefit gala on Saturday, Nov. 19, at the Hilton Chicago.

The Golden Fellowship Dinner is the Chicago Urban League’s gold star annual fundraiser and one of the city’s premier fundraising events. Known to draw more than 1,700 annually, the city’s most celebrated high-profile business leaders, human-rights advocates, philanthropists, elected leaders and other supporters.

Diana Ross Building On Our Legacy is the prestigious event’s theme in respect to the community-based, economic empower-

ment organization’s founding 100 years ago shared with the celebration of the Great Migration’s 100 years, which was the consummation of millions of Blacks who moved north from the South to build a life of greater freedom. The Urban League was established to assist those southern African-Americans who had migrated north to find housing and employment. It has continued its original mission while expanding upon it to offer training programs to youth that prepare them for higher education and an eventual career path.

Today, the Chicago Urban League’s educational, workforce, housing and entrepreneurship programs serve more than 10,000 residents on the South and West sides.

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RECIPE

Black America

Cooks ©2016 Donna Battle Pierce

By Donna Battle Pierce Syndicated Columnist

“Why do you call this ‘Family Baking Season?’ ” I asked my grandmother long ago when I was a little girl standing next to her in my mom’s kitchen during one of her extended visits. Granny had spent most of the past hour teaching me how to roll out dough with long confined strokes.

“I can offer you three reasons, and the last one is the most important,” she said in a soft voice. #1. For our family, November through Mardi Gras is the time of year almost everyone in our silly family looks forward to sampling at least a bite of delicious yearly treats …even the strictest dieter.

#2. It’s the time of year we honor those who came before us with family dishes. and recipe traditions.”

“And number 3?” I asked, both surprised and empowered by how seriously my grandmother was treating my question.

“Celebrating Family Baking Season offers the chance for a seasoned baker, like me, to pass down everything I know to someone who loves family baking as much as I do,” Granny said, gently brushing my cheek with a flour dusted hand.

“Baking with you helps me understand how happy it must have made my grandmother to bake with me,” Granny added…”One day when you’re the seasoned family baker, you’ll understand.

Today, in Washington D.C., with my young nieces, I repeated Granny’s words about baking when we turned on the mixer to launch Family Baking Season in my brother and sister-in-law’s glamorous kitchen.

“Start the oven … let the baking begin,” my youngest niece announced in a solemn voice.

Yes.

Roasted Oatmeal and Cranberry Cookies 1 1/2 cups rolled oats 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsweetened butter, softened 1/2 cup each: packed brown sugar, white sugar 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 teaspoon each: almond extract, vanilla extract 3/4 cup flour 3/4 teaspoon each: baking powder, baking soda, salt 1 cup dark chocolate chips 1/2 cup dried cranberries Heat oven to 350 degrees. Place oats on a lightly oiled or foil-covered baking pan.

Bake, stirring occasionally, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from oven; set aside to cool.

Meanwhile, stir the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt together in a medium bowl. Set aside.

Beat the butter and sugars with a mixer on medium speed until light, about three minutes. Add the egg and extracts. Spoon in the flour mixture, chips and cranberries, beating just until blended. Use a spatula to

scrape the sides of the bowl. Transfer the batter to a food storage bag. Chill up to 1/2 hour. Use a small scoop or tablespoons to drop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. (Or snip the corner of a food storage bag and drop onto the baking sheet.

Bake until golden, about 12 to 14 minutes. (Check after 10 minutes). Let cool on sheets five minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool completely. Makes about 2 1/2 dozen cookies.

Donna Pierce is currently working on a cookbook about historic Black recipes and cooks, She is the former Assistant Food Editor and Test Kitchen Director for the Chicago Tribune and Contributing Editor for Upscale Magazine. She completed a Visiting Nieman Foundation Fellowship at Harvard in 2015.

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 on BlackAmericaCooks.com and FamilyReunion Cooks. com

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HEALTH

Is It or Is It Ain’t

By Eleana Elan Defender Staff Writer Today it’s good for you, yesterday it was bad, and tomorrow maybe it’s good for you. The chocolate debate has been one or the other just like coffee and wine.

Studies have provided several perspectives on each.

A new analysis recently released of existing studies provides more support for the idea that cocoa in chocolate may actually be good for you.

The main point is that cocoa alone may be, but going down the candy aisle can be very detrimental to you. Chocolate combined with sugar is not the idea meant when chocolate is said to be good for you. While cocoa independent of sugar seems to be beneficial, the impact of chocolate on day-to-day health isn’t clear.

We have to look at cocoa to really understand whether chocolate is good or bad for you. The health benefits of flavonoid-rich cocoa aids in lowering blood pressure, and improving the elasticity of blood vessels. Further, the antioxidant capacity is revealed through a comparative research study making it evident that cocoa exhibits higher antioxidant activity than black tea, green tea and red wine.

Specifics have not been released about exactly how much chocolate and what type provides benefits that outweigh its unhealthy effects.

Whatever the case, chocolate eaters have to be cognizant of and shouldn’t ignore the calories and sugar that may come with chocolate.

Why might chocolate be good for you?

Cocoa flavanols may be beneficial because they fight off inflammation, which is linked to diabetes and heart disease.

Cocoa is likely to be beneficial along with other approaches to improving health; however, cocoa is frequently combined with high-sugar products, which would be likely to cancel any benefits.

What is in question about the overall health effects of flavanols, a component of the cocoa in chocolate, is its effect on cardiovascular and metabolic systems.

The amount of flavanols is not standard among chocolate products. A 2011 study in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found that flavanol levels varied widely among popular dark chocolate candy products, although there were

more than in milk or white chocolate.

With funding from the U.S. National Institutes of Health and the Mars candy company as well as the American Heart Association and drug maker Pfizer, the researchers found that those who ate the cocoa flavanol foods had lower levels of triglycerides, potentially boosting cardiovascular health. Also, tests suggested their bodies were doing a better job of controlling inflammation and blood sugar.

“Good” cholesterol levels also rose slightly in those who ate the cocoa flavanol foods, the analysis showed.

According to re-examination of studies, these differences were “small to modest” but still significant from a statistical perspective. The studies also suggest that the effects are the same regardless of whether people are overweight or have certain other health problems.

These “small-to-modest” differences are still significant from a statistical perspective. The studies also suggest that the effects are the same regardless of whether people are overweight or have certain other health problems.

More Research Needed

Finally, there’s no way to know whether the apparent beneficial effect of chocolate will actually affect people’s health in a significant way. The authors of the analysis are calling for more research to gain insight into how the “short-term” apparent benefits revealed by the studies may affect people over the long term.

Available research does not provide enough information to tell people about the best levels of chocolate consumption. However, the researchers do note that most of the studies looked at dark chocolate (also known as “bittersweet” or “semisweet” chocolate) specifically.

According to the University of Michigan, dark chocolate has high levels (more than 60 percent) of cocoa and little or no added sugar.

“The findings from the current study apparently shouldn’t be generalized to different sorts of chocolate candies or white chocolates” since they could have different levels of sugar and fat, said study co-author Dr. Simin Liu, director of the Center for Global Cardiometabolic Health at Brown University.

It is recommended that if you want to receive the benefits of cocoa flavanols, consider taking cocoa supplements — they are available in sugar-free forms — or as an addition to otherwise beneficial foods.

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BUSINESS

FINANCE

The One Thing Every Business Owner Overlooks

By Dr. Sakira Jackson

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Payroll Tax Problems For Small Businesses

By Constant W. Watson III

and seize your property. Owing 941 payroll taxes is a different animal than Defender Contributing Writer owing 1040 income taxes, and can turn into a criminal matter quickly. That’s Let’s be honest. Most business because the money you owe them for owners don’t wake up in the morning, payroll taxes has already been deductgo to work and say, “I’m not paying my ed from your employees’ paychecks for payroll taxes.” One week you might be withholding purposes. To put it simply, short of cash. Maybe business is slow it’s not your money to begin with, and or a customer’s check the IRS looks at this as bounces. There are a if you stole from them. number of legitimate “Unfortunately, The IRS gives your emissues that can prevent ployees credit for the the IRS doesn’t withholdings and fully you from paying the IRS. But you know you’re you to pay this care if you can’t expects a good person. You amount over to the IRS figure you’ll make it pay your employ- at the same time you up the next week. But pay your employees. then next week comes ees, or even if you The smartest thing and goes, and you realhave to put them you can do to protect ize you still don’t have your business and famenough money to make out on the street.” ily is to have someone that payroll tax deposit. represent you. You need Eventually, the entire an expert who deals situation starts snowballing into an av- with the IRS for a living. Not only can alanche. they protect you from the IRS calling Between paying your employees and showing up at your door, they may their regular paychecks and paying the be able to get those penalties reduced.

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

SOLOMON Rayvon Solomon…..Wake was held: Friday, November 04, 2016; 11:00 a.m. @ True Light Baptist Church, 7302 S. Maryland Ave. Funeral: 12:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

STANDBERRY Harold Standberry…..Wake was held: Friday, November 04, 2016; 7:00 p.m. @ Freedom Temple COGIC, 1459 W. 74th St. Funeral: 8:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

CHANDLER, JR. Horace Chandler, Jr…..Memorial was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 11:00 a.m. @ Christ the King Lutheran, 3701 S. Lake Park Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HEARD, SR. Isaiah Heard, Sr…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 9:00 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 10:00 a.m. Interment: Oakland Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WILLIAMS Jeffrey Williams…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 9:00 a.m. @ Greater Harvest BC, 5121 S. State Street Funeral: 10:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WHITTAKER Jessica Whittaker…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 9:30 a.m. @ Liberty Baptist Church, 4849 S. Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Dr. Funeral: 10:30 a.m.

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

BROTHERS Stanley Brothers…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ St. Mark, 84th St. Lawrence Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

STEWART Wilborn Stewart…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

DOTSON Amir Dotson…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Cedar Park Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

DOBIE Hurdis Dobie…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Restoration COGIC, 6043 Hohman Ave. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Homewood Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

PETILLO Cyril Petillo…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MC CULLOGH Jason Mc Cullogh…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Living Hope Community Church, 15712 Church Dr. Funeral: 11:00 a.m.

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

MC CLINTON, JR. Robert Mc Clinton, Jr…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Holy Temple Evangelistic COGIC, 15912 Lincoln Ave. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

SANDERS Keith Sanders…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Rhema Word Kingdom Min., 501 West 138th Street Funeral: 11:00 a.m.

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

GRAY Lavirgia Gray…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Holy Sanctuary B C, 1615 S. Kedzie Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Oakridge Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WILLIAMS Samuel Williams…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Joshua MB Church, 3255 W. Carol Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Oakridge Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

RUCKER Geraldine Rucker…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 2:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

JONES Consuela Jones…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 2:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

DUPREE Nicolas Dupree…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 5:00 p.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 6:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

GREEN Ollie Green…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 6:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 7:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

LEWIS Phillip Lewis…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 11:00 a.m. @ Calvary Glenwood, 801 Glenwood Dyer Rd. Funeral: 12:00 p.m. Interment: Monday, November 7, 2016; 10:00 a.m., Oakridge Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

SUDDOTH Darren Suddoth…..Wake: Friday, November 11, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00 a.m.

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

OKYERE Peter Okyere…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 7:00 p.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 8:00 p.m. Interment: Monday, November 07, 2016; 10:00 a.m., Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WILLIAMS Dessie Williams…..Wake was held: Monday, November 07, 2016; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 1:30 p.m. Interment: Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WILLIAMS Edith Williams…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Avalon Park United Church/Christ, 8100 S. Dante Ave. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

COLLINS Ronald Collins…..Wake was held: Monday, November 07, 2016; 5:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 6:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

RIDDLE, SR. Jinks Riddle, Sr…..Wake: Friday, November 11, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Salem BC, 10909 S. Cottage Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Beverly Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HAYES Julia Hayes…..Visitation was held: Tuesday, November 08, 2016; 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

COWAN Steven Cowan…..Wake: Friday, November 11, 2016; 11:00 a.m. @ St. Andrew Temple, 1743 W. Marquette Rd. Funeral: 12:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MARTIN Leroy Martin…..Wake was held: Tuesday, November 08, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 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.

BENNETT, JR. Aaron Bennett, Jr…..Wake: Saturday, November 12, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Holy Starlight, 3600 W. Cermak Funeral: 11:00 a.m.

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

ADAMS, JR. James Adams, Jr…..Wake was held: Tuesday, November 08, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 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.

GHOLSTON Clara Gholston…..Wake: Saturday, November 12, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Mt. Calvary, 1259 W. 111th St. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

FOX, JR. Taiwan Fox, Jr…..Wake was held: Sunday, November 06, 2016; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 2:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

ALLEN Henrence Allen…..Visitation was held: Monday, November 07, 2016; 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Graveside Service: 11:00 a.m., Oakridge Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WILLIAMS Darnell Williams…..Wake was held: Monday, November 07, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ St. Andrew Temple Church, 1743 W. Marquette Rd. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

TURNER Martell Turner…..Wake was held: Monday, November 07, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Word of Truth, 415 W. 111th Funeral: 11:00 a.m.

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

MC COY Rachel Mc Coy…..Wake was held: Monday, November 07, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Hill Crest Baptist Church, 17300 S. Pulaski Rd. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

VIRGIL Joseph Virgil…..Wake was held: Monday, November 07, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Washington Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

CONNER Emma Conner…..Wake was held: Monday, November 07, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Pickens Memorial COG, 5659 S. Union Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

PERRY Ezra Perry…..Wake was held: Monday, November 07, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Veterans Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HAYWOOD Charles Haywood…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 2:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

BROWN Carmen Brown…..Wake was held: Monday, November 07, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Oakland Memory Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

GIBSON Rudolph Gibson…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 05, 2016; 5:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 6:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

CROUTHER Izal Crouther…..Wake was held: Monday, November 07, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Maple Park United Meth., 117th Elizabeth Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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LORD Dannie Lord…..Wake was held: Tuesday, November 08, 2016; 5:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 6:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

AMBROSE Stephen Ambrose…..Wake: Wednesday, November 09, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Holy Temple Evangelistic COGIC, 15912 Lincoln Ave. Funeral: 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.

HOLMES Willie Holmes…..Wake: Wednesday, November 09, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Hillcrest Baptist Church Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Veterans Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

ASKEW Thomas Askew…..Wake: Thursday, November 10, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Homewood Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

ANDERSON Tyrice Anderson…..Wake: Thursday, November 10, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Bethlehem Star MB Church, 9231 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HARDIN Will Hardin…..Wake: Thursday, November 10, 2016; 5:00 p.m. @ Chapel Lunford Funeral: 6:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MITCHELL Denise Mitchell…..Wake: Friday, November 11, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

DUNN Catherine Dunn…..Visitation: Sunday, November 13, 2016; 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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COLEMAN Lillie Coleman…..Wake: Monday, November 14, 2016; 11:00 a.m. @ Word of Truth, 415 W. 111th Funeral: 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.

Homer Lee Shelton…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 5, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 E. 79th St., Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

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WILLIAMS Willa Williams.…..Wake: Saturday, November 12, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Paradise M.B. Church, 1163 E. 43rd St. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

JOHNSON Brian Johnson.…..Wake: Saturday, November 12, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ St. Paul MBC, 6954 South Union Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

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Walter McCurry…..Wake was held: Saturday, November 5, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Beautiful Zion Baptist Church, 1406 West 64th St. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Glenwood Memory Gardens South Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 E. 79th St., Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

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Thelma Paramore…..Wake: Thursday, November 10, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Apostolic Church of God, 6320 S. Dorchester Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 E. 79th St., Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

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ROBINSON-LUCKETT Dorothy Robinson…..Wake: Saturday, November 19, 2016; 1:00 p.m. @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 2:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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HOPKINS, SR. Robert Hopkins, Sr…..Wake: Monday, November 14, 2016; 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Cedar Park Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

ANDERSON Doris Anderson…..Wake: Saturday, November 19, 2016; 9:00 a.m. @ St. George & Matthias Epis Church, 164 East 111th Street Funeral: 10:00 a.m. Interment: Cedar Park Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Filing of Evidence Regarding Reconciliation of Revenues and Costs under ComEd’s Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Adjustment (Rider EDA) To patrons of Commonwealth Edison Company Commonwealth Edison Company (“ComEd”) hereby gives notice to the public that on October 31, 2016, it filed with the Illinois Commerce Commission (“ICC”) evidence (annual report and direct testimony) regarding the reconciliation of revenues collected from its customers under its Rider EDA, with costs incurred in connection with certain energy efficiency and demand response programs.

A copy of such evidence may be inspected by any interested party at ComEd’s office located at Three Lincoln Centre in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois.

All parties interested in this matter may obtain information with respect thereto either directly from ComEd or by addressing the Chief Clerk of the Illinois Commerce Commission, 527 East Capitol Avenue, Springfield, Illinois 62706.

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YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Board Committee Meetings (Finance & Audit Committee, Tenant Services Committee, and Real Estate Operations Development Committee) and Board Meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Chicago Housing Authority are rescheduled for December 6, 2016, at Charles Hayes Family Investment Center, 4859 South Wabash, Chicago, Illinois, at the following times: Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Tuesday, December 6, 2016 Tuesday, December 6 2016 Tuesday, December 6, 2016

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Date: November 2, 2016

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REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY

This letter is to notify that on November 25, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. an auction will be held at 83rd & Halsted Self Storage, Inc., located at 8316 S. Birkhoff Ave, Chicago, IL 60620, to sell the following articles held within said storage units to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the state of Illinois.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 3555 LEGAL SERVICES: BOND COUNSEL AND DISCLOSURE COUNSEL 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 November 10, 2016, 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 April 21, 2016. 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

PUBLIC NOTICE Request for Proposals CEDA Temporary Staffing Agency Services Specification No. RFP09162016 The Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA) is seeking qualified firms to submit proposals to provide temporary staffing services for CEDA. CEDA’s intent is to obtain fixed price proposals from qualified temporary staffing agencies for CEDA for use on an as-needed basis.

Request for Proposals Specification No. RFP09162016 can be obtained at www.cedaorg.net (under RFQ’s/RFP’s/Bids).

A Pre-Proposal Meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at CEDA Central Office, 567 W. Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60661 at 10:00AM; interested parties are strongly encouraged to attend.

Proposals must be received no later than Wednesday, December 7, 2016 by 3:00PM. Late, emailed or faxed responses will not be accepted. Questions should be directed via email to Shawnee Little at slittle@ cedaorg.net no later than Thursday, November 17, 2016.

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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. D16148447 on the October 18, 2016. Under the Assumed Name of OLD MORGAN PARK COFFEE with the business located at 1300 W. 111th. STREET, CHICAGO, IL. 60643. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name: BARTELL K. KEITHLEY, JR. Complete Address: 1233 W. 111TH. PLACE, CHICAGO, IL. 60643, USA

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1. 151 Jerry Howard 2. 220 Brianna Gibbs 3. 239 Deborah Smith 4. 322 Reginald Wilson 6. 455 Emmily Holt 7. 478 Tasha Brown This letter is to notify that on November 25, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. an auction will be held at Hyde Park Self Storage, Inc., located at 5155 S. Cottage Grove Ave., Chicago, IL 60615, to sell the following articles held within said storage units to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the state of Illinois.

2. 10121 Mark Newell 4. 339 Daniela Comprindo 6. 483 Annika S. Frazier-Muhammed 7. 485 Caresse Mathews 8. 514 Erica Sidney 9. 548 Aramide Esubi This letter is to notify that on November 25, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. an auction will be held at South Shore Self Storage, located at 7843 S. Exchange Ave., Chicago, IL 60649, to sell the following articles held within said storage units to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the state of Illinois.

1. 108 Mary Darke 2. 118 Lorenzo Wigley 4. 242 Gary Williams 6. 414 Lashanda Harris 7. 480 Robert Dainel 8. 514 Jeffery Johnson 9. 608 Helena Cline 10. 615 Erica Bowser 11. 647 Courtney Johnson 12. N022 Darnell Coe This letter is to notify that on November 25, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. an auction will be held at Aaron Bros. Moving System, Inc., located at 4034 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60653, to sell the following articles held within said storage units to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the state of Illinois.

2. 331 Ebony Smith 3. 343 Latrice Williams 4. 522 Yevette Boutall 5. 581 Louis Wright

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.KIMBERLY BELL, STATE OF ILLINOIS-DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE Defendants 15 CH 00424 8050 S. Aberdeen 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 April 12, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 19, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8050 S. Aberdeen St., Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-32-209-028-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $180,195.77. 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: 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) 236SALE 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 00424 TJSC#: 36-12295 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 U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST Plaintiff, -v.ANTHONY R. SMITH, THE STRATFORD AT SOUTH COMMONS CONDOMINIUM Defendants 15 CH 16350 2605 S Indiana Ave, Unit 1506 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 April 18, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 16, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2605 S Indiana Ave, Unit 1506, Chicago, IL 60616 Property Index No. 17-27-305-140-1123. The real estate is improved with a residential condominium. The judgment amount was $97,565.71. 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: 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 16350 TJSC#: 36-12379 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.RICHARD W. JOHNSON JR. A/K/A RICHARD JOHNSON, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 008427 9221 S. UNION 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 October 26, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 6, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9221 S. UNION STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 25-04-310-009-0000. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for 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 14-16-07570. 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. 14-16-07570 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 008427 TJSC#: 3612807 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 CHAMPION MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.PRINCIE HOPKINS A/K/A PRINCESS HOPKINS, HOMEMAKERS REMODELING, INC., SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Defendants 15 CH 14856 9326 SOUTH RACINE AVENUE 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 August 31, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 2, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9326 SOUTH RACINE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 25-05-323-028-0000. The real estate is improved with a red, brick, single family, two car detached garage.

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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602.

Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 1768. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 606064650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www. tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@pierceservices.com Attorney File No. 1768 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 15 CH 14856 TJSC#: 36-11180

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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.ANIKA R. STERLING A/K/A ANIKA STERLING Defendants 15 CH 15652 8548 S. ABERDEEN 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 April 14, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 1, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8548 S. ABERDEEN STREET, Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-32-417-036-0000 VOL. 441. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $110,755.00. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 5419710 Please refer to file number 15-2587.

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. 15-2587 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 15 CH 15652 TJSC#: 3612438 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.MARY CORBIN, SOUTH COMMONS PHASE I CONDOMINIUM, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF OCIE LEE CLAY, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR OCIE LEE CLAY (DECEASED), STATE OF ILLINOIS Defendants 16 CH 003965 3021 S. MICHIGAN AVENUE UNIT #511 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 August 26, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 5, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3021 S. MICHIGAN AVENUE UNIT #511, CHICAGO, IL 60616 Property Index No. 17-27-310-093-1466; (17-27-310-086-0000 Underlying). The real estate is improved with a condo/ townhouse. 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 14-16-03270. 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. 14-16-03270 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 003965 TJSC#: 3610814 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BANK ONE, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.DERRICK MAYS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF SARAH E. MAYS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, RICHARD KUHN, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR SARAH E. MAYS (DECEASED), KIMBERLY GREEN, GREGORY D. MAYS Defendants 15 CH 013971 9200 S. BISHOP 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 August 24, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 29, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 9200 S. BISHOP STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 25-05-310-036-0000. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for 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 14-15-14732. 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. 14-15-14732 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 013971 TJSC#: 3610710 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 FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY; Plaintiff vs.

TAMMY L. LEE AKA TAMMY LEE; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; AARON ROYSTON; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 526 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-32-317-015-0000.

Commonly known as 8541 South Laflin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60620.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890.

(630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. F14110079 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I706631

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FINANCE OF AMERICA REVERSE LLC Plaintiff, -v.MITCHELL, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JOSEPH ISAAC MITCHELL, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, ROBERT GOLD MITCHELL, ARNOLD LEE MITCHELL, ROBERT LEE MITCHELL, JR., TONY MITCHELL, HAROLDINE MITCHELL, CARL MITCHELL, DAVID MITCHELL, LAWRENCE MITCHELL, LLOYD MITCHELL AS INDEPENDENT EXECUTOR Defendants 15 CH 018079 8259 S. PEORIA STREET CHICAGO, IL 60620 LLOYD NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 5, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 1, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8259 S. PEORIA STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-32-229-017-0000. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \”AS IS\” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-16195. 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. 14-15-16195 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 018079 TJSC#: 36-9987 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 U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE (SUCCESSOR

BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION) AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2006-17XS; Plaintiff, vs.

LARRY J. BATES, JR. AKA LARRY J. BATES; WANDA R. BATES; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF ARIZONA, ITS SUCCESSOR AND ASSIGNS; Defendants, 15 CH 15924 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 8237 South Ada Street, Chicago, IL 60620.

P.I.N. 20-32-129-011.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWMBS REPERFORMING LOAN REMIC TRUST CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-R2, Plaintiff, -v.MICHELLE JOHNSON AKA MICHELLE JOHNSON-BUNCH, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Defendants 09 CH 52718 8121 SOUTH KEDZIE AVENUE Chicago, IL 60652 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 19, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 29, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 34 (EXCPET THE SOUTH 9 FEET THEREOF) AND THE SOUTH 18 FEET OF LOT 35 IN BLOCK 4 IN ALBERTA PARK ADDITION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 8121 SOUTH KEDZIE AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60652 Property Index No. 19-36-116-052-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single unit dwelling.

The judgment amount was $239,131.19.

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.

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: WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number IL-002205.

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.

WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 E-Mail: intake@wmlegal.com Attorney File No. IL-002205 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 09 CH 52718 TJSC#: 36-12531 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.

20 November 09 - 15, 2016 • THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST INC. ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-AMC2, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, Plaintiff, vs.

HATTIE BROWN AND CATHERINE BROWN, CITY OF CHICAGO, Defendants, 14 CH 13651 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on September 2, 2016, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, December 5, 2016, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-33-306-002, 20-33-306-056 and 20-33-306-057.

Commonly known as 8320 S. KERFOOT AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60620.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606.

(312) 357-1125. Ref. No. 14-01929 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I706622

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LEGAL NOTICE NOONAN & LIEBERMAN, (38245) Attorneys 105 W. Adams, Chicago, Illinois 60603 STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF COOK, ss – In the Circuit Court of COOK County, County Department - Chancery Division, BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC a Delaware Limited Liability Company, Plaintiff, vs. SAMMIE PARR JR et. al., Defendants, Case No. 2016 CH 11507.

The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you Unknown Owners-Tenants and Non-Record Claimants, defendants in the above entitled suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of COOK County, County Department - Chancery Division, by the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: THE SOUTH 99.00 FEET OF THE EAST 1/2 OF BLOCK 5 (EXCEPT THE WEST 69.00 FEET THEREOF) OF BLOCK 5, OF BUSBY’S SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS..

PIN: 20-10-121-038-0000. Commonly known as: 234 East 51st Street, Chicago IL, 60615 & 5048 S. Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, and which said Mortgage was made by SAMMIE PARR JR, as Mortgagor(s) to InterBay Funding, LLC, as Mortgagee, and recorded as document number 0531811021, and the present owner(s) of the property being FREDDIE L. SANDERS, and for other relief: that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of COOK County, 50 W. Washington, Chicago IL 60602 located at 50 West Washington, Chicago, IL 60602, on or before DECEMBER 9, 2016 default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

Dated, Chicago, Illinois, November 1, 2016.

Dorothy Brown, Clerk.

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 BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. SUCCESSOR

BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP Plaintiff, -v.BELINDA MITCHELL BLANKS, HSBC NEVADA, NA FKA HOUSEHOLD BANK Defendants 12 CH 09499 510 W 128TH PL 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 May 5, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 28, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 22 AND THE WEST 10 FEET OF LOT 21 IN BLOCK 8 IN NEW ROSELAND BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF FRACTIONAL SECTION 33 NORTH OF THE INDIAN BOUNDARY LINE AND PART OF FRACTIONAL SECTIONS 28 AND 33 SOUTH OF THE INDIAN BOUNDARY LINE ALL IN TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 510 W 128TH PL, Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-33-108-046-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single unit dwelling.

The judgment amount was $153,418.40.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, 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: WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number IL-001965.

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.

WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 E-Mail: intake@wmlegal.com Attorney File No. IL-001965 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 12 CH 09499 TJSC#: 36-12512 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TCF NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND/OR DEVISEES OF WILLIE ARMSTRONG A/K/A WILLIE J. ARMSTRONG A/K/A WILLIE JOSEPH ARMSTRONG, UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND/OR DEVISEES OF JEAN LEE, DOROTHY HELM, LOUISE ROBERSON, JOANNE L. SLAW, GLADYS SHIELDS, BERNADINE LEE, LINDA LEE, JOYCE LEE, UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND/OR DEVISEES OF RUTH ANN TUMBO, UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND/OR DEVISEES OF JAMES LEE, JAMES W. ARMSTRONG A/K/A JW ARMSTRONG A/K/A JIMMY ARMSTRONG, LEVI ARMSTRONG, MABLE HOLLOWAY, TRESSIE WASHINGTON, GEORGIA REED, JAMES E. ARMSTRONG A/K/A JAMES EDWARD ARMSTRONG, CALVIN ARMSTRONG A/K/A CALVIN J. ARMSTRONG, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF WILLIE ARMSTRONG A/K/A WILLIE J. ARMSTRONG A/K/A WILLIE JOSEPH ARMSTRONG, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF JEAN LEE, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 03653 2921 W. JACKSON BLVD. Chicago, IL 60612 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 31, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 6, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 9 IN BLOCK 3 IN JAMES COUCH’S SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE SOUTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 2921 W. JACKSON BLVD., Chicago, IL 60612 Property Index No. 16-13-122-002-0000.

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

The judgment amount was $368,514.79.

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 03653 TJSC#: 36-10775 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 U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF AND WITH RESPECT TO AJAX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2015-B, MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES, SERIES 2015-B Plaintiff, -v.DENISE PEREZ, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NORTHERN ILLINOIS GAS COMPANY DBA NICOR GAS CO. AND 33 EAST 26TH STREET CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 13 CH 16974 33 E. 26TH ST. #2 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 9, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 12, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PARCEL 1: UNIT 2 IN THE 33 EAST 26TH STREET CONDOMINIUMS AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: THE EAST 26.00 FEET OF LOT 15 IN ASSESSOR’S DIVISION OF BLOCKS 81 AND 82 (EXCEPT THE WEST 1/2 OF LOT 8) IN CANAL TRUSTEES’ SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 1/2 OF SECTION 27, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT ‘’A’’ TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 0326818040, TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, ALL IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO THE USE OF P-2, A LIMITED COMMON ELEMENT AS DELINEATED ON THE SURVEY ATTACHED TO THE DECLARATION AFORESAID RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 0326818040.

Commonly known as 33 E. 26TH ST. #2, Chicago, IL 60616 Property Index No. 17-27-300-055-1002.

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $290,151.86.

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: ERIC FELDMAN & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 134 N. LaSalle St., Ste 1900, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 940-8580 Please refer to file number 15-06035.

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.

ERIC FELDMAN & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 134 N. LaSalle St., Ste 1900 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 940-8580 E-Mail: mlgil@mlg-defaultlaw.com Attorney File No. 15-06035 Attorney Code. 40466 Case Number: 13 CH 16974 TJSC#: 36-11226 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 U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-KS1 Plaintiff, -v.GAIL J. LOGGIN, CHICAGO TITLE AND TRUST COMPANY, COAST SECURITY MORTGAGE, INC Defendants 15 CH 01482 7939 S. PRAIRIE AVENUE Chicago, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 13, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 14, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 21 IN WILLIAM H. BRITIGAN’S SOUTH PARK BOULEVARD AND 83RD STREET SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 2, 11, AND 24 IN SUBDIVISION BY WEBSTER’S HEIRS OF THE NORTH WEST 1/4 OF SECTION 34, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 7939 S. PRAIRIE AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-34-104-019-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $279,639.80.

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: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C14-06709.

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. C14-06709 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 15 CH 01482 TJSC#: 36-11155 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.

WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC (6301495) Attorneys 105 W. Adams, Suite 1850 Chicago, Illinois 60603 STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF Cook, ss – IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, vs. JAMES MCCLELLAND, JR., WILLIAM P. BUTCHER AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR JAMES MCCLELLAND AKA JAMES MCCLELLAND, SR. (DECEASED), UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JAMES MCCLELLAND AKA JAMES MCCLELLAND SR., UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, et. al., Defendants, Case No. 12 CH 17182.

The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you: JAMES MCCLELLAND, JR., UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JAMES MCCLELLAND AKA JAMES MCCLELLAND SR., UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled suit has been commenced in the IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, by the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 4 (EXCEPT THE NORTH 10 FEET) AND LOT 5 (EXCEPT THE SOUTH 11 FEET 8 INCHES THEREOF) IN BLOCK 14 OF THE WALTER L. DAVIS ADDITION TO BEVERLY HILLS BEING A SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 9 AND 14 IN THE SUBDIVISION OF THAT PART LYING WESTERLY OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF THE MAIN LINE 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 (EXCEPT THE SOUTH 200 FEET OF THE WEST 132.8 FEET OF SAID BLOCK 14) IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN: 25-05-310-0390000. Commonly known as: 9208 South Bishop Street, Chicago, IL 60620, and which said Mortgage was made by JAMES MCCLELLAND AKA JAMES MCCLELLAND, SR. (DECEASED), as Mortgagor(s) to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Wintrust Mortgage Corporation, as Mortgagee, and recorded as document number 0924633144, and re-recorded to correct the legal description on September 26, 2016 as Document ID: 1627029032, and the present owner(s) of the property being JAMES MCCLELLAND AKA JAMES MCCLELLAND, SR. (DECEASED), and for other relief: that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, Richard J Daley Center, 50 W. Washington, Room 802, Chicago, IL 60602 on or before DECEMBER 2, 2016 default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

Clerk of the Cook County Circuit Court.

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. Last known addresses: Defendant Address: 9208 South Bishop Street, Chicago, IL 60620; 370 East 53rd Street, Chicago, IL 60615; 9330 South Essex Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR ARGENT SECURITIES INC, ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-W5 Plaintiff, -v.JOHNNIE L. TURNER, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 01738 10225 S. PERRY 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 6, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 7, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 10 (EXCEPT THE NORTH FIVE 5 FEET THEREOF) AND LOT 11 (EXCEPT THE SOUTH 15 FEET THEREOF) IN BLOCK 4 IN COTTAGE ADDITION TO ROSELAND, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 16 THE EAST 1/2 OF BLOCK 7 AND LOT 1, AND THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT THREE (3) OF BLOCK 26 OF FERNWOOD, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTH EAST 1/4 OF SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 10225 S. PERRY AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-09-429-009-000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $92,139.79.

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 C16-33393.

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. C16-33393 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 16 CH 01738 TJSC#: 36-10946 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, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE F/K/A NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, NATIONAL ASSOCIAITON, AS TRUSTEE FOR DELTA FUNDING HOME EQUITY LOAN TRUST 1999-3 Plaintiff, -v.LAVINA PETERSON, ROBERT J. ADAMS AND ASSOCIATES, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 03035 1929 S. SAWYER 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 September 9, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 12, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 37 IN BLOCK 15 IN DOUGLAS PARK ADDITION TO CHICAGO IN SECTION 23, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1929 S. SAWYER, Chicago, IL 60623 Property Index No. 16-23-422-011-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $39,022.46.

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 C15-26621.

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. C15-26621 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 16 CH 03035 TJSC#: 36-11184 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 TCF NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.JUVENTINO HERMOSO, CESAR HERMOSO, ASSOCIATED BANK, N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 05461 3642 S. HERMITAGE AVENUE 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 August 8, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 13, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 34 IN EDWIN C. LARNED’S SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 27 IN THE CANAL TRUSTEE’S SUBDIVISION OF THE EAST 1/2 OF SECTION 31, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3642 S. HERMITAGE AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60609 Property Index No. 17-31-412-040-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $200,700.42.

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: 16 CH 05461 TJSC#: 36-9803 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 MTGLQ INVESTORS, L.P. Plaintiff, -v.ANTOINETTE TAITT, PATRICK TAITT, CITY OF CHICAGO Defendants 12 CH 28690 1417 E. 83RD STREET 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 August 24, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 29, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 4 IN BLOCK 3 IN STONEY ISLAND BOULEVARD ADDITION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1417 E. 83RD STREET, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-35-401-007-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single unit dwelling.

The judgment amount was $206,840.72.

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: WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number IL-000435.

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.

WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 E-Mail: intake@wmlegal.com Attorney File No. IL-000435 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 12 CH 28690 TJSC#: 36-12360 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 BMO HARRIS BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.CHRISTOPHER L. GRAVER, BARBARA A. GRAVER, BMO HARRIS BANK, N.A. S/B/M MERCANTILE NATIONAL BANK OF INDIANA, FIRST MERCHANTS BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION S/B/M CITIZENS FINANCIAL BANK, LONGWOOD TOWERS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 287 10921 SOUTH LONGWOOD DRIVE, #1 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 August 29, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 30, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PARCEL 1: UNIT NO. 10921-1 IN LONGWOOD TOWERS CONDOMINIUM AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: CERTAIN PART OF LOTS 9, 10 AND 11 IN BLOCK 15 IN WASHINGTON HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT ‘A’ TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT 08189529; TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS. PARCEL 2: THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO THE USE OF GP16 & GP17, LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS AS DELINEATED ON THE SURVEY ATTACHED TO THE DECLARATION AFORESAID RECORDED AS DOCUMENT 08189529.

Commonly known as 10921 SOUTH LONGWOOD DRIVE, #1, Chicago, IL 60643 Property Index No. 25-18-406-021-1033 f/k/a 25-18-406-018.

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $67,013.33.

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 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: EGAN & ALAILY LLC, 321 NORTH CLARK STREET, SUITE 1430, Chicago, IL 60654, (312) 253-8640 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.

EGAN & ALAILY LLC 321 NORTH CLARK STREET, SUITE 1430 Chicago, IL 60654 (312) 253-8640 Attorney Code. 44451 Case Number: 16 CH 287 TJSC#: 36-10703 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION TCF NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND/OR DEVISEES OF MARY LENA WADE A/K/A MARY L. WADE, CHERYL B. HAWKINS, DONALD R. WADE, JANICE THOMPSON A/K/A JANICE WADE, VALARIE HULL A/K/A VALARIE WADE, AUDREA BURKS, LOLITA MORGAN, YVONNE LEE, ADRIENNE WADE, JEROME WADE, RICHARD SMITH, ANTHONY W. SMITH, LADONNA SMITH, UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND/ OR DEVISEES OF PAULETTE A. SMITH A/K/A PAULETTE SMITH, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, STATE OF ILLINOIS, DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF MARY LENA WADE A/K/A MARY L. WADE, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 02222 9243 S. FOREST 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 August 8, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 29, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 175 IN WEST CHESTERFIELD HOMES, A SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF CHICAGO, COUNTY OF COOK, STATE OF ILLINOIS, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF DEEDS OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, ON THE 14TH DAY OF DECEMBER 1948, AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 14461739, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 9243 S. FOREST AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 25-03-312-074-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $53,191.80.

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.

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 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: 16 CH 02222 TJSC#: 36-9805 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.16 CH 02222 9243 S. FOREST AVENUE Chicago, IL 60619

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 HELEN S. DAWSON (DECEASED), UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF HELEN S. DAWSON (DECEASED), MARCUS DAWSON, HAROLD DAWSON, SHIRLEY STEWART, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 4445 621 E. 91ST PLACE 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 January 26, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 29, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: The East 1/2 of Lot 8 and all of Lot 9 in Block 48 in S.E. Gross Fourth Addition to Dauphin Park, being a subdivision in Section 3, Township 37 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois Commonly known as 621 E. 91ST PLACE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 25-03-406-008-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $123,609.72.

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 14IL00706-1.

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. 14IL00706-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 4445 TJSC#: 36-12176 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.

NOONAN & LIEBERMAN, (38245) Attorneys 105 W. Adams, Chicago, Illinois 60603 STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF COOK, ss – In the Circuit Court of COOK County, County Department - Chancery Division, BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, Plaintiff, vs. ALFREDO MARTINEZ, ANTONIO ZAMORA et. al., Defendants, Case No. 2016 CH 13094.

The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you Unknown Owners-Tenants and Non-Record Claimants, defendants in the above entitled suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of COOK County, County Department - Chancery Division, by the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOTS 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, AND 28 IN THE SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 18 TO 24 , BOTH INCLUSIVE, IN BLOCK 5, LOTS 18 TO 31, BOTH INCLUSIVE, AND THE SOUTH 121.5 FEET OF VACATED ALLEY IN BLOCK 6 AND LOTS 25 TO 31, BOTH INCLUSIVE, IN BLOCK 7 IN TREMONT RIDGE, A SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.. PIN: 20-18-121-019-0000; 2018-121-020-0000; 20-18-121-021-0000; 20-18-121-021-0000; 20-18-121-0220000; 20-18-121-023-0000; 20-18-121024-0000. Commonly known as: 2254 W. 59th St, Chicago IL, 60632, and which said Mortgage was made by ALFREDO MARTINEZ, ANTONIO ZAMORA, as Mortgagor(s) to InterBay Funding, LLC, as Mortgagee, and recorded as document number 0606002211, and the present owner(s) of the property being ALFREDO MARTINEZ and ANTONIO ZAMORA, and for other relief: that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of COOK County, 50 W. Washington, Chicago IL 60602 located at 50 West Washington, Chicago, IL 60602, on or before DECEMBER 2, 2016 default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

Dated, Chicago, Illinois, October 25, 2016.

Dorothy Brown, Clerk.

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. File No. 1353-245

22 November 09 - 15, 2016 • THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

LEGAL NOTICE

WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC (6301495) Attorneys 105 W. Adams, Suite 1850 Chicago, Illinois 60603 STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF Cook, ss – IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. SUSANA AVALOS AKA SUSANA GUTIERREZ, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, et. al., Defendants, Case No. 16 CH 09790.

The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you: SUSANA AVALOS AKA SUSANA GUTIERREZ, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled suit has been commenced in the IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, by the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 5 IN BLOCK 2 IN BARNETT BROTHERS SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 1/4 OF THE NORTH 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN: 19-13-100-0280000. Commonly known as: 5514 South Troy Street, Chicago, IL 60629, and which said Mortgage was made by SUSANA AVALOS AKA SUSANA GUTIERREZ, as Mortgagor(s) to Bank of America, N.A., as Mortgagee, and recorded as document number 0723901232, and the present owner(s) of the property being SUSANA AVALOS AKA SUSANA GUTIERREZ, and for other relief: that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, Richard J Daley Center, 50 W. Washington, Room 802, Chicago, IL 60602 on or before DECEMBER 2, 2016 default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

Clerk of the Cook County Circuit Court.

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. Last known addresses: Defendant Address: 5514 South Troy Street, Chicago, IL 60629; 3342 Rosetti Drive, San Antonio, TX 78247

WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC (6301495) Attorneys 105 W. Adams, Suite 1850 Chicago, Illinois 60603 STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF Cook, ss – IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORATION III, Plaintiff, vs. WILLIAM M. BEVERLY (DECEASED), LYNDA L. BEVERLY, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, et. al., Defendants, Case No. 16 CH 10496.

The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you: LYNDA L. BEVERLY, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled suit has been commenced in the IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, by the said plaintiff against you and other defendants, praying for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to-wit: LOT 81 IN SHARPSHOOTER`S PARK, A SUBDIVISION IN THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTH 1/4 OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 5, 1883, IN BOOK 18 OF PLATS, PAGE 52, AT DOCUMENT NUMBER 505876 IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. . PIN: 25-21-304-017-0000. Commonly known as: 11612 S. Lowe Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628, and which said Mortgage was made by WILLIAM M. BEVERLY (DECEASED), LYNDA L. BEVERLY, as Mortgagor(s) to Household Finance Corporation III, as Mortgagee, and recorded as document number 0010234897, and the present owner(s) of the property being WILLIAM M. BEVERLY (DECEASED), LYNDA L. BEVERLY, and for other relief: that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, Richard J Daley Center, 50 W. Washington, Room 802, Chicago, IL 60602 on or before NOVEMBER 25, 2016 default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

Clerk of the Cook County Circuit Court.

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. Last known addresses: Defendant Address: 329 Barnes Street, Tupelo, MS 38804; 11612 South Lowe Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628

REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Cook County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division.

Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Plaintiff, vs.

Ronald Eng; City of Chicago; Anna Eng; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants, Case # 16CH5381 Sheriff’s # 160297 F16040121 WELLS 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 December 12th, 2016, 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: 11137 South Ashland Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60643 P.I.N: 25-19-204-014-0000 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.

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.

www.chicagodefender.com

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

C L A S S I F I E D S

REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION STATE BANK OF TEXAS, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION, AS RECEIVER FOR THE NATIONAL REPUBLIC BANK OF CHICAGO Plaintiff, -v.- MARQUETTE BANK F/K/A MARQUETTE NATIONAL BANK, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 6/18/1993 A/K/A TRUST NO. 12944, HUMBERTO S. VAZQUEZ JR A/K/A HUMBERTO VAZQUEZ, AN INDIVIDUAL, AUTOMOTRIZ MONTERREY, INC., A DISSOLVED ILLINOIS CORPORATION, CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2016 CH 01686 2000 S. WESTERN AVENUE Chicago, IL 60608 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 12, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 8, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2000 S. WESTERN AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60608 Property Index No. 16-24-420-002-0000; and all improvements, personal property, fixtures, leases, equipment and other business assets of Automotriz Monterrey, Inc. as more particularly described in the Security Agreement dated June 21, 2004 and located on the real estate.

The real estate is improved with a commercial property with minor improvement.

The judgment amount was $436,374.15.

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: ARNSTEIN & LEHR LLP, 120 SOUTH RIVERSIDE PLAZA, SUITE 1200, CHICAGO, IL 60606, (312) 8767100 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.

ARNSTEIN & LEHR LLP 120 SOUTH RIVERSIDE PLAZA, SUITE 1200 CHICAGO, IL 60606 (312) 876-7100 Attorney Code. 25188 Case Number: 2016 CH 01686 TJSC#: 36-12818 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.

REAL ESTATE NOTICE

REAL ESTATE NOTICE

REAL ESTATE NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-7 Plaintiff, -v.PATRICE WINDSOR Defendants 14 CH 13582 8418 SOUTH CRANDON 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 July 11, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 2, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8418 SOUTH CRANDON AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60617 Property Index No. 20-36-412-042.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $169,739.73.

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 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F14060126.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F14060126 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 14 CH 13582 TJSC#: 36-12037 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.DEBRA L. WINKE, RAMON PAXTON, NORTHBROOK BANK AND TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO LABE BANK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC, CAVALRY PORTFOLIO SERVICES, LLC, CACH, LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 09075 2228 W. CHARLESTON ST. Chicago, IL 60647 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 26, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 5, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2228 W. CHARLESTON ST., Chicago, IL 60647 Property Index No. 14-31-125-030-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $550,545.10.

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: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 29 E. Madison, Ste. 950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 372-2020 Please refer to file number 15-5300-328.

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: mmckee@hrolaw.com Attorney File No. 15-5300-328 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 15 CH 09075 TJSC#: 36-12460 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.CHICAGO TITLE AND TRUST COMPANY N/K/A CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE UNDER A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED SEPTEMBER 23, 2004 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 1113639, FOREMAN INVESTMENT GROUP, LLC, GHIAN FOREMAN, TRACI FOREMAN, ARROW MASONRY AND EXTERIORS, INC., BANKFINANCIAL, FSB, ANN-MARIE USHER, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 14729 4554 S. LAKE PARK AVE. 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 September 13, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 14, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4554 S. LAKE PARK AVE., Chicago, IL 60653 Property Index No. 20-02-402-045-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $675,715.39.

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 15-5300-338.

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: mmckee@hrolaw.com Attorney File No. 15-5300-338 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 15 CH 14729 TJSC#: 36-11065 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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LEGAL NOTICE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY INVITATION FOR BID No. 3859 TEMPORARY SERVICES FOR HUMAN RESOURCES The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) invites you to submit a bid for Temporary Services for Human Resources. This contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

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 November 15, 2016 no later than 5:00 p.m., and can be e-mailed to Karen Y. Thurmon at thurmonk@rtachicago. org.

One original copy of your bid must be submitted to the RTA no later than 11:00 a.m. local time on November 22, 2016. Proposals submitted after the designated time and date will be rejected.

The Invitation for Bid is available at the offices of RTA, located at 175 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 1650, Chicago, Illinois 60604-2705, or can be downloaded from the RTA website at www.rtachicago.com.

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