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City News Every Girl Deserves a Fairy Godmother Forest Park Zeta Phi Beta Chapter Hosts Prom Dress Giveaway for Deserving Students The women of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Tau Xi Zeta Chapter created a Cinderella story for more than a dozen young ladies in Chicago with their fifth annual Fairy Godmother Shoppe prom dress giveaway.

The event took place on Saturday, March 23, at By The Hand Club For Kids and featured an assortment of new and gently used dresses, shoes and accessories. Young ladies were able to select from the items and a personal stylist showed attendees how to properly wear their new prom attire. Tau Xi Zeta’s service chair, Alicia Morris, hosted a selfesteem discussion with the young ladies to empower them to be their best selves, not just at prom, but in life.

“Beauty is more than the dress you have on, or how beat your face. A truly confident woman, who knows herself and can demonstrate how others should treat her through how she carries herself, will always be able to turn heads and walk proudly,” Morris said.

The event also included a program honoring high school upperclassmen who made a difference in their communities.

Five students received certificates and prize packages for stores and services to help them prepare for prom night.

Jordan Mack, a student at Glenbard East High School, received the Founding Principles Award, the top award of the day, for exemplifying all of Zeta Phi Beta’s

Students received awards during the 5th Annual Fairy Godmother Shoppe prom dress giveaway, hosted by Zeta Phi Beta, Sorority, Inc., Tau Xi Zeta Chapter. founding principles: Scholarship, Service, Sisterhood and Finer Womanhood. The other awards given were as follows: •Scholarship Award, presented to Ashanti Clay •Service Award, presented to Claire Love •Sisterhood Award, presented to Tamera Moorer •Finer Womanhood Award, presented to Cashmere Patterson The event closed with a fashion show sponsored by David’s Bridal with chapter member Shirley Fuller serving as the fashion show’s mistress of ceremonies.

Selected teens modeled dresses and tuxedos from the David’s Bridal 2019 Prom Collection as well as Tau Xi Zeta’s own TXZ collection. Local volunteers donated their time and talents to help with

makeup, styling and alterations for the fashion show. Jessica Moore, a member of the Tau Xi Zeta chapter served as the event’s makeup artist, celebrity stylist Darian Joiner fashioned the models for the runway, and Toni Horras provided alterations as the event’s seamstress.

The show also featured hairstyling services from Marquetta Jackson and Barbara Braxton.

“It is truly thrilling to be part of these young ladies transition from high school to college,” said event chair and Tau Xi Zeta treasurer Barbara Kees. “Every young woman should be able to usher in this next chapter in their lives with pride and excitement and Tau Xi Zeta remains honored to be an integral part in making this rite of passage every bit as glorious as it should be for these deserving ladies.”

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On March 23, ComEd hosted its final student working session for Ideathon on Saturday, March 23, at Walter H. Dyett High School, 555 E. 51st St. Ideathon is a competition in which Bronzeville high school students develop smart city technology. Since launching the second annual event in January, students have been working closely with ComEd mentors as they created innovative technology concepts ranging from heated sidewalks to smart canes for the sight-impaired to smart lockdown systems for schools, all of which could ultimately have societal benefits. At this final working session, students finalized their prototypes and began preparing for the Final Spark Tank presentation that takes place Saturday, April 20, in which students present their projects and competition winners are awarded scholarships.

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Her Story Made Chicago’s First Black Female Mayor

By Kristen Simmons Defender Contributing Writer The grand ballroom of the Hilton on Michigan Avenue shines gold and indigo as images of Lori Lightfoot at community meetings, basketball games, and hospitals flash across twin projectors.

Beyoncé plays in the background and Chicagoans filter into the room with buttons and signs that urge on-lookers to “bring in the light.”

This is the viewing party of Lori Lightfoot, and in an electoral season that’s been as taxing as its’ outcome has proven to be legendary, tonight Chicago elected its’ first Black female mayor. From the initial mayoral election on March 1 where 14 candidates ran against each other, Lori Lightfoot with 17.5 percent and Toni Preckwinkle with 16.1 percent and the final two remained in the run-off on Tuesday April, 2nd. Lori Lightfoot won the runoff with 76 percent vote to Toni Preckwinkle 24 percent.

The two candidates took similar views on issues such as The Cop Academy, a $95 billiondollar plan to build a police training academy in the West Garfield Park Neighborhood, a plan that Lightfoot called “ill-conceived” and Preckwinkle stated should be halted until “further review.”

Still, local organizations and activists for police accountability were skeptical about Lightfoot’s allegiances given her former position as leader of the Police Accountability Task Force, which during her time on the board, incidents such as the infamous Laquan MacDonald Shooting in 2014 happened — a case where a police officer Jason Van Dyke shot the 17-year-old 16 times and wasn’t indicted on first degree murder until January of this year.

At the viewing party, a diverse crowd fills the room with everyone from people in blazers and buttons up, to folks wearing t-shirts that say “let’s make history” with each word spelled out in a different color of the rainbow. At 7 p.m. the crowd erupts like clockwork THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

Lori Lightfoot — with the polls officially closed the ballroom fills with tension and hope as WGN comes on the screen preparing to announce the winner of tonight’s election.

Periodic chants make their way into the room during precinct reporting updates. Around 7:30 p.m. Lori Lightfoot is at 74 percent votes and while Toni Preckwinkle is at 26 percent. The crowd chats “Lori, Lori, Lori” over a lively pop beat that blasts through the speakers.

“The small person’s voice is not being heard, It’s like one is powerless,” said James LeWan, a current Edgewater and former Hyde Park Resident. “Lori absolutely struck me as someone of integrity, someone who was genuine, and really wanted to do something different.”

The authenticity of Lightfoot is something other supporters seem to relate to and see as a primary reason for voting for her.

“Rather than the Chicago Machine or the corporations, she [Lightfoot] really is interested in listening to the community and working on behalf of the community interest,” said Lauren Harper, a volunteer for Lightfoot’s

campaign.

The “Chicago Machine,” a metaphor that has been used to describe the chaotic political climate of Chicago, is something that many have been critical of Preckwinkle for her due to her role in the executive branch of the Cook County Government.

“Letting in the light is such a good slogan for her [Lightfoot]….I think that what she will bring into city hall is a level of transparency and doing what is best for the city,” said Harper. “I feel like she’s an advocate first and a politician last.” “She’s really interested in working with the community,” she continued.

Other Lightfoot supporters like Michael Bergmann, an Evanston resident who believes that Chicago’s politics often span to neighboring cities, share similar views.

“I had the chance to talk to Lori in the beginning of her campaign… she really fights for the people that need to be fought for … She listens more than she talks,” Bergmann said.

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signs in the air while sipping beer and bubbly wine. Each time the precinct posts an update, the crowd roars in solidarity and excitement. Lightfoot is ahead, by 74 percent with Preckwinkle holding tightly to her 24 percent vote. Speakers blare that “We don’t want your money, we just wanna see the world dance,” a down-to earth epitaph that seems to mirror what Lightfoot supporters have to say about her campaign.

However, some supporters weren’t always partial to Lightfoot.

“I voted for the wrong person,” said Gloria Brown, a South Shore Resident on the initial election where she voted for Preckwinkle.

“The second time around, I decided to vote for Mrs. Lightfoot…

As I got to hear her [Lightfoot] talk she just seems really genuine and down to Earth, like she really sincerely cares.”

For Brown and others, its’ not just about Ligthfoot’s platform, but the feeling that she inspires in them.

At half past 8 p.m., Lightfoot is announced the new Mayor of Chicago, and the ballroom is as lively as it’s ever been as chants turn into roars that reverberate

off the buildings marble staircase.

At 9:10, Lightfoot entered the ballroom and the crowd rushed to the bannisters to see her take her rightful place on the stage for a speech that would stand as a part of a historical moment for the city.

“Our differences are nothing compared to what we can achieve together.” Lightfoot said humbly on her win over Preckwinkle. “We are in this together and we will grow together.”

She continued to spread a message of change, growth, and new beginnings for the city.

“We can and will break this city’s’ endless cycle of corruption,” said Lightfoot.

Lightfoot spoke passionately on the need to end gun violence in Chicago, and displacement of people who can no longer afford the city’s rising rent.

Not stopping at local issues, Lightfoot went on to address national concerns such as immigration. “We will make sure that Chicago is a place that will welcome immigrants for the next 150 years,” said Lightfoot, with strength and assurance.

The crowd cheered as Lightfoot’s message moved to her identity as a queer Black woman.

“It doesn’t matter who you love as long as you love with all of your heart,” eruptions of clapping, snapping, and shouts fill the room to no end. “…I have stood on the shoulders of many great Black women.”

As confetti falls through the air, the nights attendees hug and converse, with high spirits as their candidate of choice has finally won. Crowds disperse with warm smiles emptying the last of the glasses and saying their goodbyes.

In the morning the sun will rise, and the city will continue its’ transition into spring—a break from infamous Chicago winters as its’ residents prepare for what they hope will be something warmer and brighter. With new beginnings in abundance, on April 3, the first Black, openly queer, female mayor of Chicago will take her place in office.

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Hard fought campaign Preckwinkle “disappointed” but not “disheartened”

By Alex Yijia Ding committing to continue to fight for Defender Contributing Writer her constituents.

Her ardent supporters, like Anthony Patrick Johnson, a An unsuccessful but energetic Preckwinkle volunteer, are not Toni Preckwinkle greeted the giving up either.

Anthony, 60, Near crowd at her election gathering West Side, said, “I’m disappointed and thanked those who supported that Toni did not win. But Toni is her run, and promised to keep not a give up person.

It took her 3 fighting. times to be alderman for the 4th “This may not be the ward. She didn’t give up. The fight outcome we wanted, but while is not over. Maybe she did not win I may be disappointed, I’m not this election, but the next. As long disheartened,” Preckwinkle said. as I’m alive, I’ll be supporting Toni “This is clearly an historic night.” Preckwinkle.”

Even a few short years ago, When Deborah Lane, 53, two African-American women in a heard the news, she said “I’m not runoff for mayor would have been looking at this as a failure night. unimaginable, she said.

It’s a beautiful thing for the historic “Tonight is about the path moment. We’ve made history forward,” Preckwinkle said, throughout this whole election.”

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The election has been followed nationally as regarded as historic moment. Amina Jackson, 30, said.

“Everybody’s talking about it. I have friends from Colorado, Vegas, Texas, like don’t yall have that big thing today, those two women?

Everybody is talking about this election. This is historic.”

Alderman of the Fourth Ward Sophia King, in her introductory speech, said, “ We still have a great leader, who will still be the president of the Cook County board, still be leader of the Democratic Party, and she will continue to fight for these ideals, and we will be right behind her for years to come.”

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night. It is not a sad night because TP who has fought for us, has had you beside you to fight for her. and for Chicago.”

The campaign has essentially come down to outsider versus experience. Lightfoot has painted herself as a reformer and outsider at a time when Chicago is in the midst of shifting political winds.

Preckwinkle, meanwhile, has emphasized her decades-long record in government and her background as a educator.

Preckwinkle has touted her significant experience in Chicago politics throughout the campaign.

But the arrest in early January of Ed Burke — the longest-serving Chicago alderman and a powerful wheel in this city’s corruption

machine — on extortion charges set her back significantly in the mayoral race.

Preckwinkle faced added scrutiny, as one of the charges against Burke involved to a $10,000 contribution to her campaign, which the alderman had allegedly extorted out of a Burger King restaurant owner in his ward.

“I think the Burke connection really became a the focus of the election and not in a good way,” said Deborah Lane, 53.

“Preckwinkle has made reform happen, but doesn’t have the same reform outsider platform as Lightfoot. It really impacted her campaign, and I think we’re seeing the results of that tonight.”

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Politics Protestors and counterprotestors face off Those calling for State’s Attorney’s ouster met with counter demonstration

By Charles Preston Defender Contributing Writer April Fool’s Day was no laughing matter as many protesters calling for States Attorney Kim Foxx’s resignation were met with a counterprotest from activists and organizations demanding police accountability.

The Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), the city’s police union, and other pro-police advocates (including some Trump supporters donning “Make America Great Again” caps and white nationalists) stood outside of Foxx’s downtown office chanting “Blue Lives Matter” and “Foxx Must Go” while hoisting Blue Live Matter flags and various signs demanding Foxx’s ousting.

Fraternal Order of Police President Kevin Graham says Monday’s protest was bigger than the Jussie Smollett case, inferring that the demonstration’s greater purpose was to support the police.

“There has been a buildup of our frustration with prosecutor’s office for some time,” said Graham. “It certainly culminated with the Smollett case, but when one of our police officers was shot, a week ago, and the person who shot him should have been in jail but the charges were reduced.

I think we felt at that the point if we don’t say something now, who

Protesters call for State’s Attorney Kim Foxx’s resignation. is going to be next?”

The counter-demonstration happening directly across the street, which was receiving far less media coverage, featured organizations such as Southsiders Organized for Unity and Liberation (SOUL), Chicago Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression (NAARPR), and Black Lives Matter Chicago. After assembling across, the counterprotest marched across the street to confront the Anti-Foxx protestors. Police immediately made a human wall, separating both groups.

Southsiders Organized for Unity and Liberation organizer Tanya Watkins rallied her group with a speech: “These are the people who are on our streets every day, making us believe that our Black lives don’t matter. That ain’t right! We have to send a clear message to

them that they will not continue the tyranny in our communities without us fighting back! They have money! They have politicians in their pockets! But we have the power of the people!”

Many Chicago notables appeared on the sides that reflected their interests, but each demonstration had its nuances.

The pro-police and anti-Foxx side had people such as Ald. Sposato (38th) and Brien James, National President of the American Guard, a white nationalist group. The counterprotest featured the likes 20th Ward aldermanic candidate Jeanette Taylor, former mayoral candidates Amara Enyia and Ja’Mal Green.

Even the Rev. Otis Moss III rose to Foxx’s defense by questioning the morality of the FOP protest.

“You’re gonna be outraged about this but you weren’t outraged

A woman holds up a sign to show her support.

Fraternal Order of Police are frustrated by Foxx’s decision in Jussie Smollett case. about Laquan McDonald,” said who give manufactured outrage.

Moss. “This is manufactured We need people who care about outrage. We don’t need people the south side and west side.”

Money Smart Week The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago designated SundaySaturday, March 30-April 6, Money Smart Week. It began in 2002, with six days of presentations with the aim to help peole learn how to manage their personal finances better.

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Wealth: Strategies for saving and wellness Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr. 11 a.m. -noon: Financial fitness - achieving your financial goals Chicago Urban League, 4510 S. Michigan Ave. Noon-1 p.m.: Get out of debt with a plan and $1 Harold Washington Library, 400 S. State St.

6-7 p.m.: Property taxes 101 Blackstone Branch, Chicago Public Library, 4904 S. Lake Park Ave. Thursday, April 4 10 a.m.-1 p.m.: Health and Wealth: Strategies for saving and wellness Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr. 11 a.m.-noon: Understanding Identity Theft www.chicagodefender.com

Avalon Branch, Chicago Public Library, 8148 S. Stony Island Ave. Friday, April 5 9:30-11 a.m.: Business 11 a.m.-noon: Retirement Licensing 101 Planning City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle St., Avalon Branch, Chicago Public eighth floor, room 805 Library, 8148 S. Stony Island Ave. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.: Health and Saturday, April 6 Wealth: Strategies for saving and 1-3 p.m.: Money Smart Kids wellness Bronzeville Children’s Museum, Museum of Science and 9301 S. Stoney Island Ave. Industry, 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr. April 3 - 9, 2019 5

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2019 NOMINATION FORM The Chicago Defender Women of Excellence Awards celebrate local African American women who inspire others through their vision and leadership, exceptional achievement and participation in community service.

They are women who exemplify extraordinary strength and commitment to their profession and to the community.

These women do it all while filling the roles of leader, mother, teacher and professional.

The selected honorees will join an exclusive society of 600 professional women who have previously received this distinction.

The Women of Excellence reception will be held on TBD at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, Grand Ballroom.

1. The nominee must be a woman (at least 21 years of age) who resides in the Chicago metropolitan area (the city of Chicago and contiguous communities within a fifty (50) mile radius of the city center).

2. The nominee must be active in her career or profession. Career or profession is defined as paid employment in her field. Nominees must agree to have their photograph and biographical information published in The Chicago Defender. All nominees selected as a Chicago Defender Women of Excellence will be featured in a 2019 edition of The Chicago Defender.

3. Evaluations will be based on the quality of a nominee’s achievements, rather than the quantity of information submitted.

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‘Sweat’ premieres at Goodman Theater The lives of factory workers highlighted

By Tia Carol Jones Managing Editor “Sweat” follows people who live in Redding, Penn., a small town, work in a factory and congregate at the local bar after shift. Their lives are changed when a series of events puts them at odds.

The play, written by Lynn Nottage and directed by Ron “OJ” Parson, will be at the Goodman Theatre, 170 N. Dearborn St., through Friday, April 14.

This is the fourth Nottage play performed at the Goodman. Others include “Crumbs from the Table of Joy” in 2006; “Ruined” in 2008; and “By the Way, Meet Vera Stark” in 2013.

Tyla Abercrumbie portrays Cynthia, who has worked at the factory for 24 years. She has a son, Chris, and a husband, Brucie.

Cynthia decides to apply for a job off the line and in management. Then, things start to change.

“She experiences the breakdown of the industry and the breakdown of the friendships and relationships when she goes from being ‘one of them’ to being ‘one of those people,’” Abercrumbie said.

Abercrumbie said with each character

Kirsten Fitzgerald, who portrays Tracey, Tyla Abercrumbie, who portrays Cynthia, and Chaon Cross, who portrays Jessie, in the Chicago premiere of “Sweat” by Lynn Nottage, directed by Ron OJ Parson. Photo Credit: Liz Lauren she does, she tries to do as much research on her own as she can. In this case, she coupled that with the experience from a friend who worked in a factory for more than 30 years.

“It was really good to read about it and talk to somebody in it,” she said. “Being a black woman, I have experienced that friendship switch when you pursue a higher position.”

Abercrumbie said Cynthia is a black woman who is constantly trying to achieve something better for herself and her family.

She said she was surprised the story was set in 2008 because it seemed like an

issue from the 70s or 80s where industrial jobs moved out of small towns.

“You kind of put that kind of experience somewhere in your past. Our entire middle class is being wiped out because jobs are leaving,” she said.

Abercrumbie added, it is something that should remain in the forefront and people should be aware of its impact.

“What Lynn has done by giving voice to this one diverse community, she’s really tried to navigate that experience in one moment,” she said. “It isn’t one individual’s fault, it’s bigger than just us. I think she did a wonderful job of exposing

that in this work.”

Edgar Sanchez portrays Cynthia’s son Chris, who Sanchez described as ambitious, smart and a “baller.”

“He’s one of those cats who spends his money on what he wants,” he said.

“He sees what’s going on in the town. He understands he has to get out.”

Sanchez added, Chris also is a planner, a caretaker and he uplifts his family. For this role, he said he accessed some people in his life from his childhood. Sanchez grew up in Miami, Fla., and had a friend who, while he had a lot going for him, fell into a situation that changed his life.

To prepare, Sanchez said he learned his lines before first rehearsal. He also delved into shame and what causes people to have it. His character, Chris, feels shame about an incident that takes place.

Sanchez said he doesn’t really have much in common with his character other than being the same age as him around that time.

“I didn’t dress like that. I don’t come from a small town. I’m very quiet. He manspreads and I’m a leg crosser,” he said. “ Sanchez said that the story in “Sweat” is very compelling.

“It was amazing to work with Ron; you begin to understand the work in a different way. He’s comes from a much more continued on page 10

Hyde Park actor returns home Aramie Payton performs in ‘Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical’

By Marshelle R. Sanders Defender Contributing Writer For a two-week limited engagement, “Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical” will run at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place, 175 E. Chestnut, through Sunday, April 14.

Hyde Park native Aramie Payton is a professional triple threat who has been working in the performing arts scene for over a decade. He has traveled all over the world and even lived in New York City, but seemingly in this, the fate of one man’s THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

Aramie Payton is part of the cast of “Cruel Intentions: The 90s Musical,” which will run through Sunday, April 14.

Aramie Payton dream landed him right back to a place he used to hang out when he was in high school, The Water Tower Place.

“I went to Walter Payton College Preparatory High School, so the Water

Tower was my go-to after school, hang out spot, so it’s kind of cool that I returned there for the Broadway show,” he said. “I haven’t done a big production in Chicago since I moved to New York, so it’s nice to come back successfully in life’s full circle.

That was the goal, I wrote it down that I want to come back here, I want to be working in the city as a successful actor, so this feels like the beginning of something cool.”

Based on the French novel, Les

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Liaisons Dangereuses, and the classic cult film starring Reese Witherspoon, Ryan Phillippe, and Sarah Michelle Geller, “Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical” pulls you into the manipulative world of Manhattan’s most dangerous liaisons: Sebastian Valmont and Kathryn Merteuil. Seduced by revenge and fueled by passion, the two diabolically charming step-siblings place a bet on whether Sebastian can deflower continued on page 10

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Events celebrate the achievements of women, community leaders and students

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Zeta Tau Zeta award recipients: Robert Rhyne, “Brotherhood in Blue Award; Eryah Longberger, “Archonette of the Year; Latisha N. Sanders, 2019 Zeta of the Year; Leonard Johnson, “Community Service Leader Award; Lieutenant. Governor Juliana Stratton, ‘Woman of the Year”; Carolyn Griffin Palmer, “Community Service Award”; Nina Dumas, “Amicae of the Year”; Jennifer Maddox, “Community Service Award”; Reverend James Flint Jr.,“Community Service Award”. Photo Credit: Lawrence M. Nalls, Forty Photography.

Zeta Tau Zeta hosts 52nd Finer Womanhood Luncheon Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., celebrated the month of March with scholarships and honors. The Zeta Tau Zeta Chicago Metropolitan Graduate Chapter, in partnership with Zeta Tau Zeta White Rose Foundation, presented “One Zeta: Sisterhood in Action,” 52ND Annual Finer Womanhood Scholarship and Awards luncheon. The event was held at the Oak Lawn Hilton with an awesome turn out. Scholarship awards were given to high school students: Allyson Amegashie, Donnie Minor, Jr., Jillian Sanford, Caymen Woods, Aryell Cantrell, Erykah Longberger, Kemiah Smith and Jordan Wright. The scholarship awards were presented by Kimberly Higgins, Zeta Tau Zeta White Rose Foundation.

Coalition awards leaders in the community The Far South Coalition recently recognized individuals from the community for their leadership and service. The ceremony was held at the Metropolitan Service Center. Among the awardees was our own Dyanna Lewis, Vice-President of Marketing for the Chicago Defender.

Congratulations to all!

Organization hosts unique networking event “Women Leading the Way” is an organization founded by trustee of Olympia Fields Cassandra J. Matz. The mission of the organization is to bring women together who have the mindset of becoming leaders in their communities.

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Evangeline A. Johnson, President, Zeta Tau Zeta White Rose Foundation; Sara R.Robinson, Mistress of Ceremony; Elizabeth R. Stevenson, President, Zeta Tau Zeta Metropolitan Graduate Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc; Juliana Stratton, Lieutenant Governor, State of Illinois; Dana Drummer, 2nd Vice-President, Zeta Tau Zeta Chapter/Finer Womanhood Chair. Photo Credit: Lawrence Nalls, Forty Photography.

State of Illinois Lt. Governor Julianna Stratton celebrate the youth groups of Zeta Tau Zeta the Archonettes and Pearlettes.

The groups lead sponsor is Jhonte’ Winters. Photo Credit: Lawrence Nalls, Forty Photography.

Honored for their dedication and community engagement by the Far South Community Action Coalition are: Glen Brooks, director of public engagement, Chicago Police Dept.; The Rev. Roderick Warren, I AM A Gentleman; Winfred Walker, State Farm Insurance; Kimberly Scott, Starbucks; Rev. Yvonne Wilson, vice president of Far South CAC; Joyce Chapman, president Far South CAC; Dyanna Lewis, Vice-President Marketing and Sales, Chicago Defender Newspapers; Dr. Tamela Hicks , CEO Founder 300 Black Women; LaCael Palmer-Pratt, Director of Career Development and Experiential Resource Center, Chicago State University; Chris “CJ” James, CEO Founder HEROH. women to network and share their experiences and offer advice, information and motivation to other aspiring women.

In celebrating Women’s History Month, 31 women, one for each day of the month, were honored.

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Let’s Eat: Peaches

By The Black Foodies Whenever a chef can tout the credentials of working with worldrenowned chefs, the likes of Wolfgang Puck and Francois Kwaku-Dongo, you must admit that’s pretty impressive. The aforementioned being only a partial listing of the culinary career accomplishments of Chef Cliff Rome. Founder of Rome’s Joy Companies, Chef Rome’s latest restaurant acquisition is Peach’s Exchange Café, located at 305 East Garfield Boulevard in the Washington Park Community on Chicago’s South Side.

Having combined forces with professor and social artist Theaster Gates to secure this acquisition, it’s no wonder Peach’s Exchange Café has fast-tracked its way into being a go-to spot in the area. So, of course, The Black Foodies could hardly wait to check it out.

Upon entering Peach’s Exchange, we were pleased and encouraged to see so many smiling faces. Chef Rome was beaming and happily taking pictures with a host of satisfied customers. As the smell of deliciousness wafted through the air, a pleasant server promptly seated us and brought over menus and water.

One of America’s most classic sandwiches is the bacon, lettuce and tomato, commonly known as the BLT. Peach’s Exchange Café offers a nice spin on this American classic, their DLT. Sounding as if this would be something that we’d like, we decided to give it a try.

The DLT consisted of duck bacon and all of the usual trimmings, with American cheese and a fried egg on top, grilled between two slices of fresh sourdough bread. Yummy, yummy, and yummy.

The duck bacon was thick cut, smoky, tender and plentiful. The egg yolk created an ‘egg-cellent’ sauce, adding such depth of flavor that we wholeheartedly understand why this DLT sandwich is a customer favorite. While traditionally not considered a breakfast sandwich, we regard Peach’s Exchange Café’s DLT as one of the best breakfast sandwiches we’ve ever sampled.

Along with the DLT, we ordered sweet potato fries which came with a very unique condiment -- banana ketchup. More on that in a second. The sweet potato fries were very tasty. The exterior of the fries was crusty and the interior light and airy, providing a nice contrast in texture with each bite. The banana ketchup, however, took us there and there is a very good place. Having these two distinct flavor profiles co-exist, aptly displayed the imagination and genius of Chef Rome. The ripened banana added a fruity note to the ketchup, giving it a definite tropical feel.

And, when eaten with the sweet potato fries, it was like heaven on a plate. Chef Rome, when you decide to bottle your banana ketchup, we will be first in line to make a purchase.

Salmon Croquettes, when done properly, are a real delicacy that Miss Coretta and I truly enjoy. The croquettes at Peach’s Exchange is served atop THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

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However, the salmon croquettes … let’s just say, “You better ask somebody!”

Almost an inch thick and packed with the full and robust flavor of fresh salmon, they were ‘off-the-chain’ delicious! There was much more salmon than binder, an added plus that did not go unnoticed. The remoulade sauce nicely accentuated the croquettes; yet; being flawlessly executed made them stand-alone good. So good, in fact, no sauce is required in order to have a splendid salmon croquette experience.

Chef Rome does it again!

The City of Chicago has a plethora of restaurants doing quality French toast from the Far North Side down to the Far South. Peach’s Exchange Café’s Peach Bourbon French Toast ranks up there with some of the best in town. Texas Toast is dipped in a custard batter, cooked to a golden brown then topped with a cinnamon sugar crumble, peach bourbon sauce and sliced peaches. The French toast thoroughly absorbed the savory (yet sweet) peach bourbon sauce, while the cinnamon sugar crumble provided texture.

The flesh of the peaches were plump and juicy, the end result resembling French toast crowned with a peach cobbler topping. Simply amazing!

With the acquisition of Peach’s Exchange Café, Chef Rome has certainly added another culinary gem to his restaurant portfolio. The menu is ‘turned up’ comfort food -- its ambience, a warm and inviting neighborhood vibe. And, be sure to sample one of their dynamic specialty coffees, as well. Their peach coffee is Miss Coretta’s new favorite.

So, just let me say in my best Chef Rome voice, “Come on down to the double nickel and get some great eats at Peach’s Exchange Café.”

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passion-filled, emotional place,” he said.

“It’s definitely one of those pieces that makes you go through it. You can’t help but examine your own life.”

Steve Casillas portrays Oscar, a Colombian-American who works as bar back and busboy at the bar where the factory workers congregate after work.

“He just kind of coasts by. It specifies that he’s very attentive and notices the

world around him,” he said.

Casillas, who left Chicago to pursue work in television and returned to the theater recently, said it was amazing to watch the other actors during the rehearsal process.

“It was a fresh eye opener on the process of rehearsing; it was inspiring,” he said.

Casillas said he identifies with Oscar as a first generation American who wants something more out of life. So, he makes a decision that benefits him but it affects other people.

“He made that choice; he did it out of necessity for survival,” he said. “I see myself doing that. I’ve always seen a need for something better and going after that.”

Parson said the story is important because it deals with a variety of issues.

“Whenever we are dealing with race and class and addiction, prejudice, jobs, economy, depression, and the many issues in Lynn’s play, they are important,” he said.

“Plays that make us think about our own lives and how we fit in the big picture of life in the world, it is important. Theatre can make a difference in our lives in particular stories about real people, which I believe these characters are.”

Parson added, while this story takes place in the 2000s, it is still relevant today.

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their incoming headmaster’s daughter, Annette Hargrove. As the two set out to destroy the innocent girl — and anyone who gets in their way — they find themselves entangled in a web of secrets, temptation and the cruelest game of all: Love.

Featuring your favorite throwback hits by artists like Boyz II Men, Christina Aguilera, REM, *NSYNC, and, of course, Britney Spears, this intoxicating new musical is the ultimate night out.

In “Cruel Intentions: The ‘90s Musical,” audience members experience the intoxicating story full of hilarity and heart.

Payton will be understudying multiple roles and is mainly ensemble.

“I’m going to be one of the students in the high school primarily dancing and singing up close all the songs and everything. Then, if any of the three out of four main male roles has to call off for the day, I will be on,” he said. “The interesting part was that I had to learn everyone’s choreography, harmonies, stage blocking, and I have to be prepared to execute it when the time comes.”

Throughout Payton’s childhood, he was continually participating as an arts kid by doing different things in choir and theatre which kept him very busy.

One year on Halloween when Aramie was young, he and his twin sister got turned away from school because they came dressed up in costumes and ended up going to work with their dad, actor Christian Payton.

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Ron “OJ” Parson “In many ways it is more relevant to today, with the developments that have happened since she wrote the play, all the issues are even more present. And, as I said previously, these issues will always be important in our lives,” he said. “A play like “Sweat” is a tip of the iceberg, in ways theatre can hopefully be proactive in doing something, hopefully it means getting out to vote, making a difference in your world and our world, as we move forward.”

For more information about “Sweat” at the Goodman Theatre, visit goodmantheatre.org, or for tickets, call 312-443-3800.

was when he went to see his dad star in the “Other Cinderella” at the Black Ensemble Theater.

“We went there with him for the day, and we got to see him, in his role as Prince in ‘The Other Cinderella,’ and I was just super inspired to see him and see black people on stage singing and dancing with a primarily all black cast. So, I was very inspired, and I said that I want to be like my dad,” he said.

In 2013, Payton was able to perform at the Black Ensemble right before he moved to New York City.

From there, Payton performed in “The Scottsboro Boys” at Signature Theatre; “Dreamgirls” Korean Tour; “Flashdance the Musical” national tour; “Mamma Mia!” at Marriott Theatre; “Hairspray” at Starlight Theatre; and “A Chorus Line” at Gallery Players. He also was a Nickelodeon Dance Battle Playlist winner.

Payton said “Cruel Intentions: The 90s Musical” is a sensation that everyone should see.

“I think cruel intentions is remarkably cool, it’s funny and nostalgic because the narrative about high school will always be relevant but with this you can see the Upper East Side “posh” upper-class type of people and kids in the 90s, and I really think we capture the essence and culture of what the 90s is,” he said.

For more information about “Cruel Intentions,” visit www.broadwayinchicago. com, or www.cruelmusical.com.

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AARP hosts telephone town hall Older voters get opportunity to talk directly to candidates

By Tia Carol Jones Managing Editor In the final days of the run-off election, Lori Lightfoot and Toni Preckwinkle participated in a Tele Town Hall Meeting with AARP. According to AARP, older voters made up 55 percent of the vote in the Feb. 27 election.

Concerns addressed by voters included education, closing schools, public safety, Tax Increment Funds, employment, pensions, property taxes and the environment.

Bob Gallo, AARP Illinois state director, served as host. The goal of the telephone town halls was to allow callers the opportunity to ask the candidates questions directly.

“These telephone town halls will put Chicago residents directly in touch with the candidates so that whomever is elected will have a true sense of the problems voters want addressed,” Gallo said.

AARP, in partnership with the

Chicago Sun-Times, Chicago Reporter and WVON-FM, hosted community mayoral forums in Hyde Park and Little Village/Pilsen.

“Both Mayoral candidates have recognized in recent weeks that older voters are an important voting bloc in Chicago, whose concerns must not be ignored,” said Rosanna Marquez, AARP Illinois volunteer state director.

Lori Lightfoot participated in the telephone town hall on Wednesday, March 27. Toni Preckwinkle participated in the telephone town hall on Thursday, March 28.

Lightfoot said in the six days prior to the election, she was focused on talking to people about the future.

“I’m that possibility for change,” she said.

Lightfoot said she had a very detailed plan for public safety and controlling violence.

“Sadly, too many communities have been affected by the illegal drug trade,” she said. “These are crimes of poverty; crimes of disinvestment. We need to stop illegal guns from coming into our community.”

When it came to environmental issues, both Lightfoot and Preckwinkle agreed that the city should reinstate the Environment Department, which was disbanded in 2011.

“…restoring the Department of the Environment, addressing water and air quality concerns and charging it with addressing the environmental challenges our city faces,” Preckwinkle said.

Preckwinkle said she is a proponent of the $15 an hour minimum wage. She also has economic development strategy, which includes small and mediumsized businesses.

“Small and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of our community,” she said. “We have to invest in our neighborhoods.”

Callers were interested in Tax Increment Funds and its use in communities. Lightfoot called for transparency in the TIF process and evaluation and an audit of the program.

“We have to use every tool at our disposal to not use TIF for downtown developments,” she said.

Preckwinkle also said she wanted to take a look at the TIF Districts.

“We need to be very careful about the creation of TIFs; look at unwinding and eliminating some TIFs,” she said.

Callers also asked about property taxes. Lightfoot said property taxes are a big poblem and the system is broken.

“There are not enough affordable housing options,” she

said. “We need to come up with a growth strategy for the city to bring people back to the city; we’re losing population.”

Preckwinkle said she is very cognizant of the challenges homeowners face.

“The challenges with property taxes is the burden falls disproportionately on residential homeowners,” she said.

A caller asked about second chances and jobs for those who have been incarcerated.

Preckwinkle promoted ban the box, an initiative to eliminate the part on a job application form that asks applicants about their criminal record.

“I think that’s an important step for government to take,” she said.

Preckwinkle also wanted to ensure there were resources for returning citizens.

“We need to ensure people who are coming out of jail and served their time can get back to their lives,” she said.

Another caller asked about school closings. Lightfoot said Chicago Public Schools CEO Janice Jackson needed to apologize for the callous way schools were closed.

“The conversation needs to start with people who live in those communities, residents who have been most affected by those closings,” she said.

Alzheimer’s Association offers tips for cargeivers According to the Alzheimer’s Association 2019 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report, there are 588,000 people providing 670,000,000 hours of unpaid care to the 230,000 people living with Alzheimer’s or dementia in Illinois. The level of assistance provided by caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias tends to be extensive. As symptoms worsen and the amount of care needed continues to increase, caregivers report stress, anxiety and even depression at high rates. In honor of National Stress Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter offers tips to help manage stress throughout the role of caregiving.

1. Know what community resources are available.

Adult day programs, in-home assistance, visiting nurses and meal delivery are just some of the services that can help you manage daily tasks. Use our online Community Resource Finder or THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

contact your local Alzheimer’s Association office for assistance in finding Alzheimer’s care resources in your community.

2. Get help and find support.

Our online Care Team Calendar helps you organize friends and family who want to help provide care and support. Our 24/7 Helpline (800-272-3900), ALZConnected online community and local support groups are all good sources for finding comfort and reassurance. If stress becomes overwhelming, seek professional help.

3. Use relaxation techniques.

There are several simple relaxation techniques that can help relieve stress. Try more than one to find which works best for you. Techniques include: •Visualization (mentally picturing a place or situation that is peaceful and calm) •Meditation (which can be as simple as dedicating 15 minutes a day to letting go of all stressful

thoughts) •Breathing exercises (slowing your breathing and focusing on taking deep breaths) •Progressive muscle relaxation (tightening and then relaxing each muscle group, starting at one end of your body and working your way to the other end) 4. Get moving.

Physical activity — in any form — can help reduce stress and improve overall well-being. Even 10 minutes of exercise a day can help. Take a walk. Do an activity you love, such as gardening or dancing.

5. Find time for yourself.

Consider taking advantage of respite care so you can spend time doing something you enjoy.

Respite care provides caregivers with a temporary rest from caregiving, while the person with Alzheimer’s disease continues to receive care in a safe environment.

6. Become an educated caregiver. www.chicagodefender.com

As the disease progresses, new caregiving skills may be necessary.

The Alzheimer’s Association offers programs in-person, online and over the phone to help you better understand and cope with the behaviors and personality changes that often accompany Alzheimer’s.

You may also find it helpful to talk to other care partners and caregivers about how they are coping with the challenges of the disease and uncertainty about the future.

7. Take care of yourself.

Visit your doctor regularly. Try to eat well, exercise and get plenty of rest. Making sure that you are healthy can help you be a better caregiver.

8. Make legal and financial plans.

Putting legal and financial plans in place after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis is important so that the person with the disease can participate. Having future plans in place can provide comfort to the entire family.

Good News for African American Families about Estate Planning

By Attorney Theodore “Ted” London There’s good news for African Americans regarding estate planning. More middleclass families are meeting with Attorneys to establish an estate plan in order to keep their assets out of probate court. Estate planning is an essential part of taking care of your family.

Estate planning is preparing the legal documents to transfer your home and financial assets to your loved ones. Without having these measures in place, families are required to endure the probate court process.

According to AARP, 81% of those aged 72 or older and 58% of baby boomers (aged 53-71), do in fact have estate planning documents. Documents include a trust, power of attorney documents and beneficiaries on all financial accounts. However, 50% of African Americans still don’t have any form of estate planning.

Family conflict and confusion surrounding the death of a loved one is common. One underrated benefit of estate planning is how much family conflict is reduced.

According to research, more than two thirds of the African American community hasn’t discussed estate planning with their families.

In all, the estate planning process is streamlined and easy to comprehend. Once a loved one passes away, the probate process becomes time consuming, stressful and expensive. Stop procrastinating and get an estate plan for your family today.

Call the Law Office of Theodore London and Associates for an appointment (773) 721-3333.

Attorney London is managing partner at the Law Office of Theodore London and Associates.

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Millennial’s Mission

By Carl West 12 Voices I recently had lunch with multiple so-called Millennials, who actually reached out to engage about a few things. I was thoroughly impressed as we talked about certain issues -- and one was their dislike for the word ‘Millennial.’ Carl West At least this group has a particular problem with the label. They find it now to be an over-used and misleading word to describe what is a more educated and conscience-driven demographic that clearly sees the world differently than both my generation and the one before.

And I understood their frustration, to say the least, as they openly talked about the Civil Rights Movement, Black Lives

They are mainly disturbed that the older generation, instead of embracing them, wold rather buy into and/or create the false narrative that – Millennials — don’t care and are not engaged, enough. But each of them will tell you, without a doubt, that’s not true. They clearly have their own mission.

Matter and the current climate in Chicago and globally. Again, as a prophetic thought leader, I was attracted to their digital-aged theory. Remember, this is the first generation that has completely engulfed the technology revolution.

It started with them in mind and they’ve used it excessively and without hesitation. They’re the techies of the 21st Century.

Here is something that I found to be very real, in terms of their beliefs or people’s false illusions about Millennials not being driven by the voting process. They are, but they have an alternative conclusion. And, I completely agree with their new-found philosophy. I literally added to their rationale and believe it to be truthful.

Millennials think black, first.

They have created an eco-system

in which they truly support each other’s businesses and activities.

They believe that entrepreneurship is their way to true salvation and a way to escape the white man’s corrupt system. They’ve witnessed my generation being captivated by white America and happy to be inclusive, regardless of how terrible the system has treated us.

They have also seen the Civil Rights generation, which is actually three generations removed from them, forget what the fight was about, once certain Civil Rights Bills were enacted and black folks got free. Blacks got really comfortable and fell asleep at the wheel. Millennials say that they’ll not be fooled to believe that the white race cares about them and wants to help them advance.

Some do, but not the masses.

Therefore, they’re prepared

to fight -- Black Lives Matter and others -- but also build better mechanisms in which to support each other’s progress. They continue to use their black network to build their net worth -- definitely much better than my generation -- that’s for sure. And, they’re only getting started.

In terms of voting, they don’t see anyone worth voting for so why waste the vote. If there are not strong Millennial candidates or candidates in general, who do not speak their language, then they’ll exercise their right not to participate. Not that voting isn’t important, because they feel that it’s extremely crucial. But they would rather wait until they can insert their own generation of potential candidates into either national and/or local races to support people who they know

really care about their issues.

Of course, they will not always win, but they’ll show in the race. They understand that their candidates may not win the first time, but they’ll continue backing them until they eventually win.

They stated that remember, Harold Washington didn’t win his first election. Barack Obama came up short on his very first attempt into politics. They know the score and are arming themselves for the attack.

They are mainly disturbed that the older generation, instead of embracing them, would rather buy into and/or create the false narrative that – Millennials — don’t care and are not engaged, enough. But each of them will tell you, without a doubt, that’s not true. They clearly have their own mission, which I completely respect and support.

Carl D. West is the CEO/ Publisher of TBTNews and founder of the TRUTH 4 Literacy Foundation, Leadership Luncheon, Legend and Pioneer Awards, all powered by Midwest Gap Enterprise.

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By Constant Watson III names listed on a tax return exactly Defender Contributing Writer as listed on that individual’s Social Security card.

3. Filing Status Errors. Some The IRS encourages taxpayers people claim the wrong filing to file an accurate tax return. If status, such as Head of Household a taxpayer makes an error on instead of Single. The Interactive their return, it will likely take Tax Assistant on IRS.gov can help longer for the IRS to process it. taxpayers choose the correct This could delay a refund. Avoid status. many common errors by filing 4. Math Mistakes. Math errors electronically. The Tax Cuts and are common. They range from Job Act brought many changes for the 2018 Tax Filing season. simple addition and subtraction to However, there are some basic more complex items. Transactions like figuring the taxable portion things to keep in mind. of a pension, IRA distribution or Here are some common errors Social Security benefits are more to avoid when preparing a tax difficult and result in more errors. return: Taxpayers should always double 1. Missing or Inaccurate Social check their math. Better yet, tax Security Numbers. Be sure to preparation software does it enter each SSN on a tax return automatically, so file electronically. exactly as printed on the Social 5. Errors in Figuring Tax Credits Security card. or Deductions. Filers can make 2. Misspelled Names. Spell all 12 April 3 - 9, 2019

mistakes figuring their Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit, the standard deduction and other items. Taxpayers need to follow the instructions carefully.

For example, if a taxpayer is age 65 or older, or blind, they should be sure to claim the correct, higher standard deduction. The IRS Interactive Tax Assistant can help determine if a taxpayer is eligible for tax credits or deductions.

6. Incorrect Bank Account Numbers. The IRS strongly urges all taxpayers who have a refund due to choose direct deposit. It’s easy and convenient. Be careful to use the right routing and account numbers on the tax return. The fastest and safest way to get a refund is to combine e-file with direct deposit.

7. Forms Not Signed.

An unsigned tax return is like an unsigned check – it’s not valid. www.chicagodefender.com

Both spouses must sign a joint return. Taxpayers can avoid this error by filing their return electronically 8. Electronic Filing PIN Errors.

When e-filing, the taxpayer signs and validates the tax return electronically with a prior-year Self-Select Personal Identification Number. If they do not have or know their PIN, they should enter the Adjusted Gross Income from their 2017 tax return originally filed with the IRS. Taxpayers should keep a copy of their tax return.

9. Filing with an expired ITIN. A tax return filed with an expired Individual Tax Identification Number will be processed and treated as timely filed, but will be processed without any exemptions or credits claimed. Taxpayers will receive a notice from the IRS explaining that an Individual Tax Identification Number must

be current before any refund is paid. Once the Individual Tax Identification Number is renewed, exemptions and credits are processed and any allowed refund paid. Individual Tax Identification Number expiration and renewal information is available on IRS.gov.

Remember, for every tax problem there is a solution.

Constant W. Watson III, CPA, CTRS, is both a Certified Public Accountant and one of only ten Certified Tax Resolution Specialists in the State of Illinois certified by the ASTPS. Watson has more than 30 years of income tax and accounting experience.

You can hear his radio program, “Watson On Taxes,” every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. by tuning in to AM 1390. For more information, visit WatsonOnTaxes. com or call (708) 206-9900.

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Community Calendar 3/26-5/7 See Chicago Dance Fridays March 26- May 7 Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Free Admission

4/3 Stomping Grounds Citywide Celebration of Rhythmic Dance Companies from Various Cultures Garfield Park Conservatory 300 N. Central Park Ave. 6-8 p.m.

Shop Carlisle Oak Street Carlisle 67 E. Oak St. 5-8 p.m.

Proceeds go toward Chicago Child Care Society

4/5 Flashlight Egg Hunt Garbaldi Park 1520 W. Polk St. 8-9:30 p.m.

Fun for ages 3-12 Free Jazz at Ellis Park Featuring Billy Branch and George Freeman 3520 S. Cottage Grove 7-9 p.m.

Free Admission Norman Connors and Jean Carne tribute to Phyllis Hyman The Promontory 5311 S. Lake Park Ave. 6-8:30 p.m.

Tickets start at $30 via Eventbrite Chicago I AM-Youth Connections Summit Hosted By: Chicago Urban League and Skills for Chicagoland’s Future For Youth Ages 13-24 Malcolm X College 1900 W. Jackson 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

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4/6 GirlTrek Presents: Radical Teach In Wellness Revival The Hive 1843 W. Hubbard St. 6-9 p.m.

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Billy Branch Black Divinity Meditation Day Hosted By: Rebuild Foundation Stony Island Arts Bank 6760 S. Stony Island Ave. 9-11 a.m.

Free Registration via Eventbrite R‘n’B House Party Chicago: 3 year Anniversary Party LITE Chicago 215 W. Ontario 4-8 p.m.

Tickets $15-$75 available via Eventbrite Far South Community Action Council 2019 Spring Resource Fair Corliss High School, 821 E. 103rd St. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Free For more information, call 773-9981372 Finding My Voice: A Reading with Valerie Jarrett In celebration of her new book, there will be a special reading from Chicago’s very own, Valerie Jarrett. A businesswoman, mother, lawyer, public servant and the longest serving senior advisor to President Obama’s White House, Jarrett will read and discuss her new book which explores her path to finding her voice and how she’s hoping to inspire others to lift their own.

The Wing 811 W. Fulton Market, floor 2 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

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A Conversation About Gun Safety at The Wing Chicago Ahead of The Wing Chicago’s opening in a couple of weeks, we’ll be hosting a discussion and workshop in our space in partnership with Everytown and Moms Demand Action, the community groups leading the charge for gun safety in Chicago.

Together with Valerie Burgest, Maria Pike, Marsha Lee and Shannon Watts, there will be a discussion the current state of affairs, as well as learn how to get involved and take action.

The Wing 811 W. Fulton Market, floor 2 3-5 p.m.

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4/8 Berlin Family Lectures Hosted By: UChicago Division of the Humanities With Teju Cole, Acclaimed Author, Critic and Photographer Conversation 1 of 3 Conversation 1-Experience Conversation 2- (4/15)-Epiphany Conversation 3-(4/22)-Ethics Reva And David Logan Center for the Arts 915 E. 60th Street 6-7:30 p.m.

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4/12 Hypnotic Brass Ensemble The Promontory 5311 W. Lake Park Ave. 7-9:30 p.m.

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4/12-4/14 Chicago Black Women’s Expo 25th Year Celebration McCormick Place For tickets and more information: www.theblackwomensexpo.com

4/13 Run as One 5K Help to raise awareness for veteran suicide and PTSD Burroughs Beach 3100 S. Lake Shore Drive 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

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Grose@ChicagoParkDistrict.com Eggstravganza at Lindblom Park An Eggciting afternoon of Egg hunting Lindbloom Park 6054 S. Damen 1:30-3:30 p.m.

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4/18 April FOOD Day With United Way of Metro Chicago South-Southwest Suburban Region Tinley Park Convention Center For more information: LIVEUNITEDchicago.org/Aprilfoodday April 3 - 9, 2019 13

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PROPERTY FOR SALE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

NOTICE INVITATION TO BID TO METROPOLITAN WATER RECLAMATION DISTRICT OF GREATER CHICAGO

This letter is to notify that on February 25, 2019 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.SHONDA M. RUSSELL, AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF EMILY B. RUSSELL, DECEASED, FIFTH THIRD BANK, THE 400 CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF EMILY B. RUSSELL, SHONDA M. RUSSELL Defendants 2017 CH 11554 400 E. RANDOLPH, UNIT 2208 CHICAGO, IL 60601 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 5, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 7, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 400 E. RANDOLPH, UNIT 2208, CHICAGO, IL 60601 Property Index No. 17-10-400-012-1444.

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 the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

The property will NOT be open for 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 14-17-12390.

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. 14-17-12390 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 11554 TJSC#: 39-1049 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 MB FINANCIAL BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.CORDELL D. DAVIS Defendants 2018 CH 02840 5430 S. DEARBORN ST 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 February 6, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 8, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5430 S. DEARBORN ST, CHICAGO, IL 60609 Property Index No. 20-09-422-070-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted.

The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

The property will NOT be open for 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 14-18-02223.

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. 14-18-02223 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 02840 TJSC#: 39-943 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 2018-B, MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES Plaintiff, -v.JEANNETTE MITCHELL, 4532 SOUTH CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2017 CH 06009 4532 SOUTH INDIANA UNIT 2S 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 January 28, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 30, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4532 SOUTH INDIANA UNIT 2S, CHICAGO, IL 60653 Property Index No. 20-03-314-044-1004 U/L - 20-03-314-027-0000.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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 14-17-14284.

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. 14-17-14284 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 06009 TJSC#: 39-823 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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Sealed proposals, endorsed as below, will be deposited in the sealed bid depository located in the lobby of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District Administration Building, 100 East Erie Street, Chicago, Illinois 60611, from the date of the Invitation to Bid, up to 11:00 A.M. on the bid opening date, and will be opened publicly by the Director of Procurement and Materials Management or her designee at 11:00 A.M. on the stated bid opening date below for: CONTRACT 17-606-32 FURNISH, DELIVER AND INSTALL TELEMETRY REPLACEMENT FOR SCADA CONTROL AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS (RE-BID) Bid Opening: April 30, 2019 Compliance with the District’s Affirmative Action Ordinance Revised Appendix D, Appendix C and the MultiProject Labor Agreement are required on this Contract. ******************************************************************************************************* The above is an abbreviated version of the Notice - Invitation to Bid. A full version which includes a brief description of the project and/or service can be found on the District’s website, www.mwrd.org; click the Contracts and Proposal quick link on the District’s Home page. Go to Contracts Currently Being Advertised and click for further information.

Specifications, proposal forms and/or plans may be obtained from the Department of Procurement & Materials Management, Room 508, 100 East Erie Street, Chicago, Illinois 60611, Monday - Friday, between 8:45 A.M. and 4:15 P.M. Documents, unless stated above to the contrary, will be mailed in response to a fax request (312/7513042). The vendor may also download specifications, proposal forms and/or plans online from the District’s website, www.mwrd.org. No fee is required for the contract documents unless stated above.

All Contracts for the Construction of Public Works are subject to the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130/1et seq.), where it is stated in the Invitation to Bid Page.

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals if deemed in the public’s best interest.

Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago

By Darlene A. LoCascio Director of Procurement and Materials Management Chicago, Illinois April 3, 2019

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STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF COOK, ss.

Circuit Court of Cook County, County Department, Domestic Relations Division.

In re the Marriage of Carol Lynette Coleman, Petitioner and Wendell Coleman, Respondent No. 18-D 630793 Calendar H. The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, the above named Respondent, that a Petition has been filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois by the Petitioner, for Dissolution of Marriage and for other relief; and that said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said Respondent, file your response to said Petition or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Sixth District, Room 210, 16501 South Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL, on or before, May 13, 2019, at 9:30 am default may be entered against you at any time after that day, and an Judgement for Dissolution of Marriage entered in accordance with the prayer of said Petition.

Dorothy A. Brown, Clerk.

Published Date(s) March 27; April 3 & 10, 2019

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LEGAL NOTICE City of Chicago Department of Aviation Specification No.: 934301 Runway 9R-27L Extension - West Bids Due to Walsh Construction Company II, LLC up to April 16, 2019 5:00 PM (CST) We request a proposal from your firm for the Chicago, Department of Aviation. Subcontractors and suppliers can access plans and specifications online at the Walsh Group Site, https://secure. smartinsight.co/#/PublicBidProject/434604 or are available to review at Walsh Construction Company II, LLC office located at 929 W. Adams Street Chicago, IL 60607.

In order to assist certified DBE Enterprise, Contractors and Suppliers, we will divide total requirements into smaller activities or quantities and establish delivery and construction schedules which will permit maximum participation of disadvantaged businesses where feasible.

All subcontractors and material suppliers are required to execute our standard “Subcontract Agreement” and/or “Purchase Order”. We do require 100% Performance & Payment or supply bonds. If there are any questions or concerns with our standard subcontract, bonding requirements, insurance, or any other matter regarding this project please feel free to contact us.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

1. 227 Robert W. Seals 2. 89 Nancy Grammar 3. 203A Yvette Woods 4. 427 Thomas McElroy 5. 10163 Denice Spencer 6. 535 Candice Martin 7. 486 Marjorie J. Howard 8. V333 Darryl Simmons 9. 206C Alexis Brown 10. 340 Jose Morales 11. 10149 Teresa Berry 12. 10174 Alexis Brown This letter is to notify that on April 25, 2019 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.

1.149 Joann Jackson 2. 305 Renee Warner 3. 459 Michelle Camphor 4. 450 Renee Warner 5. 198 Donna Brandon 6. 158 Kimberly Mitchell 7. 311 Annette Dunbar 8. 224 Irma Bulley This letter is to notify that on February 25, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. an auction will be held at South Shore Self Storage, Inc., 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. 479 Ola Jackson 2. 449 Ola Jackson 3. 618 Ebony Byrd 4. 314 Donald Haughton 5. 270 Donisha Thomas 6. 108 Mary Darke 7. 607 Denise Swift 8. 635 Willie Augustus 9. 215 Lashawn Stiffend 10. 216 Cherita Harley 11. 647 Courtney Johnson 12. 258 Antoinne Tolbert This letter is to notify that on April 25, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. an auction will be held at Aaron Bros. SelfStorage, 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division. Marquette Bank, Plaintiff, vs. JM Autobody Repair LLC Series I, et al., Defendants. Case No. 18CH 1797; Sheriff’s No. 190058-001F. 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 May 9, 2019, at 1:00 P.M. in Room LL06, 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: Permanent Index Numbers: 19-01-309007-0000, 19-01-309-008-0000, 19-01309-009-0000.

Address: 4417-4419 S. Kedzie Ave., Chicago, IL 60632.

Improvements: commercial property.

Sale shall be under the following terms: 10% of purchase price to be paid at the time of sale, & the balance due 24 hours thereafter, all by cashier’s check in certified funds paid to the Sheriff of Cook County.

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and any prior first mortgages.

Premises will NOT be open for inspection.

For information: Marc J. Chalfen; Kelly, Olson, Michod, DeHaan & Richter, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorney, 333 W. Wacker Dr., #2000, Chicago, IL 60606. Tel. No. 312236-6700.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR HARBORVIEW MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE LOAN PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-5; Plaintiff, vs.

LOTTIE STEMLEY AKA LOTTIE E. STEMLEY AKA LOTTIE F. STEMLEY AKA LOTTIE CARTER; RICHARD CARTER AKA RICHARD CARTER III; US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE UNITED GUARANTY RESIDENTIAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH CAROLINA; CAPITAL ONE BANK USA0 NA SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CAPITAL ONE BANK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; STATE OF ILLINOIS Defendants, 17 CH 12618 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, May 10, 2019 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-03-208-040-0000.

Commonly known as 3969 S. LANGLEY AVE., CHICAGO, IL 60653.

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 Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125.

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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.PABLO CERDA, CITIBANK, FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK Defendants 16 CH 08457 3609 S LEAVITT STREET Chicago, IL 60609 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 14, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 16, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3609 S LEAVITT STREET, Chicago, IL 60609 Property Index No. 17-31-313-004-0000 Vol. 520.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $36,897.39.

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 the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 16-3520.

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. 16-3520 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 16 CH 08457 TJSC#: 39-1180 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 PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.ROBERT R. DEROSE, MOUNA DEROSE, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA, 1111 S. WABASH CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 2018 CH 12645 1111 SOUTH WABASH, UNIT 2705 CHICAGO, IL 60605 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 13, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 15, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1111 SOUTH WABASH, UNIT 2705, CHICAGO, IL 60605 Property Index No. 17-15-309-039-1215; (UNDERLYING 17-15-309-004 / 005 / 028).

The real estate is improved with a residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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 14-18-10593.

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. 14-18-10593 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 12645 TJSC#: 39-1094 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 WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.RUBEN FLORES, BLANCA PEDROSA A/K/A BLANCA E. PEDROSA, BERTHA FLORES, ECTOR PEDROSA A/K/A PEDROSA ECTOR, TCF NATIONAL BANK Defendants 17 CH 6996 4326 SOUTH CAMPBELL AVENUE Chicago, IL 60632 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 1, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 1, 2019, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4326 SOUTH CAMPBELL AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60632 Property Index No. 19-01-405-034-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $293,846.86.

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 the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm. Please refer to file number 17-083153.

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

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 17-083153 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 17 CH 6996 TJSC#: 39-1917 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State, “as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County, Registration Number: Y19000956 on the March 28, 2019. Under the Assumed Name of CHATHAM MOBILE FINGERPRINTING AND NOTARY SERVICES with the business located at 501 E 61ST STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60637. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name: PHYLLIS BUTLER Complete Address: 501 E 61ST STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60637, USA

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Was held: Saturday, March 30, 2019; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Greater Walters AME Zion Church, 8440 S. Damen, Chicago, IL. Funeral Was held: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. Interment: Lincoln Cemetery, Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300 cbtaylorfuneralhome.com SHORTER Linda Shorter.......…..Gravesite Service was held: Friday, March 29, 2019; 2:00 pm – 3:00 p.m. Oak Woods Cemetery @ 1035 E. 67th St Chicago, IL; Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300 cbtaylorfuneralhome.com MOHN Irean Mohn......….. Will be held: Tuesday, April 2, 2019; 10:00 a.m.

–11:00 a.m. @ Anitoch Baptist Church, 415 W Englewood, Chicago, IL. Interment: Abraham Lincoln Cemetery, Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300 cbtaylorfuneralhome.com BROWN Charles E. Brown.....….. Wake be held: Friday, April 5, 2019; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ New Community Church, 14801 Lincoln Ave Dolton, IL. Funeral will be held: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Oakland Memorial Lane Cemetery, Chicago, IL. Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300 cbtaylorfuneralhome.com

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(773)846-7900 “Families Come First at Golden Gate” GREEN Gerald Deon Green.....….. Will be held: Friday, April 5, 2019; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Taylor Funeral Home Ltd., 63 E 79th Street, Chicago, IL. Funeral will be held: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery, Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300 cbtaylorfuneralhome.com

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ALLEN David Allen. …..Funeral Service was held: Saturday, March 31, 2019; @ New Progressive MBC, 9245 S Perry Ave., Chicago, IL; Interment. Mt. Hope Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL (773) 723.4400 WALKER Gwendolyn Walker.…..Visitation was held: Friday, March 29, 2019; Funeral was held: Saturday, March 31, 2019 @ New Covenant MBC, 754 E. 77th St. Chicago IL.; Interment: Lincoln Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL (773) 723.4400 JACK-POWELL Beverly Jack-Powell …..Funeral was held: Saturday, March 30, 2019 @ Freedom Baptist Church, 4541 W. Harrison St., Hillside, IL; Interment. Oakridge Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL (773) 723.4400 PAYNE Lucile Payne. ….. Funeral was held: Monday, April 1, 2019 @ Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL; Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL (773) 723.4400

Caroline May Baker Caroline May Baker died Friday March 1, 2019 approx.

6:30am at The Austin Oasis Nursing & Rehab in Chicago, IL. Born August 26, 1933 in Aurora, IL to William & May Bishop.

Caroline was a homemaker, studied piano as a child, loved cats and was an avid reader.

Caroline and Mr. Steve Cheng, her common-law spouse, were residents of Hyde Park on Lake Shore Drive prior to his death. Caroline is survived by two daughters, Denise Carolyn Du’Maine, who lives in New York City and Brenda Joyce Crawford of Chicago. Caroline also bore two sons, Marlon Crawford and David.

Caroline had five siblings; Constance, Bernard, Irene, Carol and WWII Airforce Pilot, William H. Bishop. She is also survived by 4 Grandchildren; Shatara, Susan, Nicholas and Maxwell as well as a host of nieces and nephews in Rockford, IL. Caroline did not want a funeral, therefore her remains were cremated by The Heritage Funeral Home (Kopicki.net) For more information, contact Denise C. DuMaine (212) 7403474 in New York.

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