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Centennial Celebration: The Life and Legacy of Gwendolyn Brooks

T.D. Jakes

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Centennial Celebration: The Life and Legacy of Gwendolyn Brooks

By Shari Noland Defender Executive Editor Brooks’ daughter Nora talks about her new book featuring her mom’s work and gives advice for emerging poets. Also, read two Gwendolyn Brooks poems published in the Defender back in 1936.

Poets, writers, historians, and musicians in the city and across the state are creatively celebrating the life and legacy of the late Gwendolyn “Gwendie” Brooks, the first African American person to ever win the Pulitzer Prize and the Illinois Poet Laureate for more than 30 years. Widely considered one the greatest writers of the 20th century, Brooks’ centennial celebrations have been ongoing since January of this year. Today, June 7, marks the 5th annual “BrooksDay,” an official birthday party in her honor at the University of Chicago. Brooks’ daughter, Nora Brooks Blakely, a successful playwright, teacher and speaker in her own right, is among those leading the efforts to celebrate her mother’s distinguished body of work throughout the year.

“My mother didn’t have quite as much visibility as a writer of her stature probably should have. Part of that was her commitment to hiding from video, and photography, and so forth so that people like Alice Walker, Tony Morrison, the late Maya Angelou, they’re all far more visible than Mama was. She was content with that, but in her honor, we aren’t. We think that this is a wonderful opportunity, the centennial, to make her a lot more visible,” said Blakely.

Brooks began writing at age 13. Her works were shaped by the racial dynamics and social injustice she experienced and witnessed while living on the South Side of the city, where she grew up. She was only 17 when she began submitting her work to “Lights and Shadows,” the poetry column in the editorial section of the Chicago Defender. By 1934, Brooks had published nearly 100 poems in the paper and joined the Defender as an adjunct staff member. She had several well-known literary role models, including Langston Hughes, who also wrote for the Defender.

As a tribute to Brooks’ early career with the Defender, we are republishing two of these early poems in the paper today and publishing more online at ChicagoDefender.com.

Brooks went on to marry Henry Blakely in 1938. They had two kids, Nora and Henry, Jr. Nora, producing artistic director and primary playwright for Chocolate Chips Theatre Company in Chicago for 29 years, gave us more insight about what it was like to grow up with her mom and dishes about her new book, “Seasons,” which includes Gwendolyn Brooks’ ear-

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Nora Brooks Blakely

Nora Brooks Blakely pays tribute to her mother in her latest book “Seasons.” ly work, her later work, and poems she wrote for children and adults.

What advice did your mom give to emerging poets?

I can give you two tips from the Young Poets Primer in my new book, “Seasons,” because they’re both pretty short.

Tip number 12: In writing your poems, tell the truth as you know it. Tell your truth.

Don’t try to sugar it up. Don’t force your poem to be nice, or proper, or normal, or happy if it does not want to be. Remember that poetry is life distilled and that life is not always nice, or proper, or normal, or happy, or smooth, or even edged.

And tip number 30: Poetry has a future. You may initiate new forms. You may create. You do not have to consider that everything has been done. You do not

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have to write sonnets, villanelle, heroic couplets, haiku, Tanka simply because centuries of poets have written such.

Dare to invent something. Understand that somebody invented the sonnet. Understand the day before the sonnet was invented there was no sonnet.

Do you see some similarities between her style and current day spoken word poetry?

I think in some of her pieces, yes. Some of her poetry is beautifully written as it is, reading it written on the page, but especially after 1967 when she began to tinker with her style and became more politically conscious because she was always interested in what was happening in peoples’ lives--particularly in Black peoples’ lives.

A lot of that was addressed even before 1967, but her style of writing definitely changed and some of it certainly would work as spoken word.

Did she talk about working for the Defender?

I knew about it, of course. She kept scrapbooks of her pieces that had been published in the Defender. In the archives down at University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana, those scrapbooks with a lot of her pieces from the Defender are there. The Defender was definitely a major part of her writing history, long before the Pulitzer Prize and how most people were aware of her.

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Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School in Oak Park Celebrates Namesake with Mosaic Mural Award-winning artist and educator Tracy Van Duinen, who has murals all over the city of Chicago, is collaborating with the Oak Park Education Foundation (OPEF) and Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School in Oak Park on an outdoor community mosaic mural in honor of the school’s namesake. Part of the project includes a nod to the 50th anniversary of the South Side of Chicago’s Wall of Respect with four spots dedicated to community people and culture within the context of the school--including, of course, Gwendolyn Brooks.

“The concept is amazing. Using mosaics, mirrors and paintings will create an interesting visual for our corner. I also love the focus words (respect, empower, create). These are themes that we are trying to infuse in our students’ learning experience at Brooks. The color scheme will certainly brighten up our beige/brown wall as well as act as a great backdrop to our new garden name Eventide (the title of the first poem published by Gwendolyn Brooks at the age of 13),” said principal LeeAndra Khan. “Being a current Bronzeville resident, I love the fact that we are using a wall to commemorate her life. My granny would talk about the Wall of Respect and what Black Chicago was like in those days. Creating our own version of a wall here at Brooks Middle school is a beautiful thing.”

Van Duinen has worked at Oak Park River Forest High School for three years and is a member of the Chicago Public Arts Group. He received a Golden Apple Award in 2001 while working as a teacher at Austin Community Academy High School in Chicago.

OPEF is a nonprofit based in Oak Park with a mission to brings artists, architects, scientists, and technology experts into K-8th grade public school classrooms in the local school district. The group initiated the project back in November and it will be completed at the end of June during its BASE Camp, which is a wide selection of paid summer enrichment offerings. One of the more popular BASE Camp activities for the past seven years has been the mural project.

“Since its creation seven years ago, BASE Camp has partnered with the community to do a large-scale art project. The most visible example of this would be the science mural tour under the Green Line viaducts —paintings covering six different walls. We were looking

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Basically, it was the fact that this was part of how my brother and I lived in our home. It was, “Do you read?

Do you sleep? Do you eat? Do you write?” Those were just things that were taken for granted that were part of what you did. The understanding of writing as a normal part of life; the opportunity to go with her not only to many of her readings but to the readings of other writers and really get to hear what good writing sounded like.

All of that was very important to me as I grew up as a human being and as I grew up as a writer.

Which of your mom’s poems is your favorite?

“Paul Robeson.” A lot of people

now quote the last three lines of Paul Robeson because they’re so important, and that poem is, to me, much more representative of Mama’s general message to the world. It’s a wonderful poem. It’s a power poem. The last three lines of it are, “We are each other’s harvest. We are each other’s business. We are each other’s magnitude and bond.” Especially at a time like we are in now with interesting people in the White House, I think it’s even more important for people to remember those lines.

A few poems written by Gwendolyn Brooks and published in the poetry column called Lights and Shadows “A Little Bit of Everything” in the Chicago Defender:

Lights and Shadows Artist Tracy Van Duinen

Another Girl, September 12, 1936 Another girl has known The agony I know -Another girl has known This bitterness and so I have no right to sorrow I have no right to cry Another girl has suffered Even as I Silence, September 18, 1936 There is a silence that draws on with years, And you who stare into your glass with eyes Surprised and dim with pale spontaneous tears, Come dry the salty drops and calm the sighs.

LeeAndra Khan, Principal, Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School to take this art project in a new direction with a new medium,” said Lindsay Bruce OPEF BASE Camp Director.

During the year, Van Duinen has collaborated with Brooks’ art teacher Kristiana Murray. In the summer, he will finalize the project with Kim Jones, a BASE Camp teacher. Part of the cost for the project has been offset with sale of personalized tiles that feature words or photos submitted by people who purchase them. Those tiles will be incorporated into the finished mural.

“It lets people put their hand in it. People will go up to the wall by finding their piece of it.

Then people will take ownership of the mural as a community,” said Van Duinen.

The oak leaves represent the younger Oak Park inhabitants influenced by Gwendolyn Brooks’ life and work. They will be painted red and fill the body of the central Gwendolyn Brooks figure.

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There is a silence that grows deep with age For you who dread the coming of that white That stamps the termination of your stage Of Emerald youth, there is a finer light.

A clearer, warmer, more quiescent glow Oh, who would rather stand in lightening’s blaze.

Amidst a shrieking blare and windy flow Than in the stilly softness of moon rays?

I am not old. I would that I were old Lost in the sweet recesses of that state.

When fold on fold of stillness, fold on fold Breaks through the strained heart’s queerly bolted gate I still am young – but would I were not young.

But at that time of life when youth’s cold load From off the heart, like some sheer wrap is flung And all’s pacific in the soul’s abode There is a silence fashioned of dead fears And gentle faiths in what has not yet been.

A perfect silence that comes on with years.

And clear’s a space that truth may enter in.

Read more of her work and see a video of her life on ChicagoDefender.com.

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FAITH

Bishop T.D. Jakes: The Art of Ministry

By Mary L. Datcher Defender Senior Staff Writer Bishop T.D. Jakes is a force of nature whose ministry has spanned the globe through his various entities, including his film, television and digital companies.

His overpowering presence is not hard to notice when he enters the room, but his magnifying personality is what draws many admirers to his warm spirit.

His ministry, The Potter’s House (TPH), was founded in 1996 and is currently 30,000 members strong, not including the millions of followers around the world.

From the man who sealed his theatrical, film and television empire with “Woman Thou Art Loosed” to creating TPH campuses in South Africa and Australia—his upcoming Megafest is expected to attract about 100,000 attendees.

The Chicago Defender sat down with Bishop Jakes for a candid conversation about the highly anticipated four-day conference being held from June 28 through July 2 in Dallas.

What makes this year’s Megafest in Dallas very special?

It’s designed so that you can tailor your experience to what your interests are.

We’ve got the international faith and family film festival so we’re doing a lot of entertainment. The for-profit company is a film production company so our relationships with Sony and various production houses out of L.A. have created opportunities for us to bring in actors and entertainers.

Newly released or yet-to-be released films are centered around family friendly or faith content.

We’ve got another section that’s focused totally on entrepreneurship and it is for all ages. We are very interested in the trends amongst African-American women going into business more readily than any other people group. We’re looking to enhance that experience because they are struggling to stay in business. We’ll be bringing in lenders and teaching techniques that will help them to be more proficient at doing the business that they’re doing—not just women, but men as well.

We’re also looking at junior high and high school-aged kids who have entrepreneurial instincts; the ones who have the best ideas can win up to $15,000. We’ve got $50,000 in reserve to help them fund a business so that we can point them towards their entrepreneurial pursuits.

We’ve got a comedy show featuring Cedric the Entertainer and Nephew Tommy, and a whole bunch of other comedians are coming together to provide some comedy relief for the experience.

There’s the McDonald’s Gospel Fest and we’ve got regular ministry and spiritual empowerment programs running simultaneously throughout the city. And, we’re just a few weeks away. I’ve been busy pullwww.chicagodefender.com

ing all the final details together for that.

Chicago has many faith leaders with mega congregations. Who are the key pastors you’re working with from here on this year’s Megafest in Dallas?

I’ve worked with Pastor [James] Meeks throughout the years. This year we have Pastor Bill Winston, who’s going to be speaking, along with Pastor John Hannah, who’s doing a midnight prayer for us.

One of the first events I took on the road was to Chicago; we were at Johnnie Colemon’s church—the late Johnnie Colemon. So, I’ve been coming to Chicago a long time, got a lot of friends here and love it here. Chicago is number four in the nation in support for Megafest so being here is my way of saying ‘thank you to Chicago’ to how they’ve supported me down through the years.

We’ve seen your film production company grow in the last few years. How important was it to branch out with your message through film?

Probably long before you knew who I was, we were coming to the Arie Crown Theatre in Chicago doing Gospel plays. We started off doing Gospel plays and then migrated over to film through working with Reuben Cannon during “Woman Thou Art Loosed,” which originally was going to be done for television and then we entered it into the Magnolia Film Festival. We won the film festival and after we won the film festival, we went to screen with it and that started a whole new world for me.

People need to hear from us, and rather than complain about what we don’t like about Hollywood—I’d rather get out there and tell my own stories. Do things that are fascinating to me and see if there’s any interest in the broader market for it.

You’re considered one of the more visible faith leaders whose captured both celebrity and non-celebrity followers.

What is your formula for staying true to yourself without ego?

When I do get to sit down and eat chicken wings, it’s with ordinary people, and nobody really knows it because I think that the mistake about me is that I see myself as very ordinary. I realize I’ve been blessed to have an extraordinary life, but I see myself at my core as a very ordinary, fried okra-type person. My mother is from Alabama and my father is from Mississippi.

I grew up in poverty. I have not forgotten where I came from. I love people, I’m curious about people, I’m fascinated about all types of people and I think my ministry has benefited from that.

We’ve seen other church leaders crossing over on the political side endorsing political candidates. Where do you find yourself when you’re at that

crossroads of deciding whether you should cross over that line?

Let me first say I have no desire to run for office, I love myself too much to go through that. Secondly, more importantly, I really don’t feel like I’m called to do that, and I think that our country really needs its best and brightest who are called to do that. I have avoided endorsing candidates.

I’ve seen it backfire so much that I’m a little antsy about doing that. I have been aggressive about endorsing issues—I feel most comfortable supporting policies and issues rather than politics and individuals.

How do you also encourage young ministers to follow a path of integrity, accountability and sincerity, dealing with people from all areas and backgrounds?

I think that showing love to people—we may not always agree with people, but that doesn’t mean we can’t be loving and love. When you start talking about integrity, I don’t really think about our perspective about others. I think it’s about our introspection of ourselves. What I have learned—time depends on where that person is in their life at that time. There’s a

lot of difference between accountability to a minister who is 25 and another minister who is 75. They’re at a different stage of life.

What is the first verse or saying that comes to mind when you wake up in the morning?

One of my pep phrases is ‘you’ll win if you don’t quit.’ I think that most people fail because they gave up too soon, and sometimes you don’t win until the last inning of the game. But you’ll never find out if you quit first, and I encourage myself with that every day. It’s very important to me. The second thing that I say to people is that all of us who have something-- whether it is a platform, influence, money or whatever it is--we have an obligation to make sure a percentage of that goes back to other people.

When we leave the door open for who’s next—I think it’s important that you hold yourself accountable to that. Giving is better than receiving, and if you really have received a lot, you have an obligation to give a lot.

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LOCAL

The Battle For Affordable Housing in Jefferson Park

By Lee Edwards Defender Contributing Writer In typical Chicago style, division is brewing on the Northwest side of town— and it’s over affordable housing. Add a few sprinkles of race and class and you’ve got a full-blown fight indicative to what many communities around the city have endured or will endure in the future.

Here’s the deal.

A proposal for a 100-unit mixed-income, affordable housing development has been met with mixed emotions. The development is slated to house 80 units that will be listed at below market rate and reserve up to 30 of those units for Chicago Housing Authority voucher-holders, according to a report by DNAinfo Chicago.

The site is located at 5150 N. Northwest Highway, a former FSP food distribution center.

In addition to the proposed seven-story housing development, a five-story storage warehouse facility will be built in close proximity to the housing building. The City Council’s Committee on Zoning, Landmarks, and Building Standards passed the request of LSC Development, LLC, the construction company responsible for both projects, to reclassify the zoning for the construction site from a B1-1 Neighborhood Shopping District to a B3-5 Community Shopping District and finally to a Planned Development at its most recent meeting on May 22.

According to the official summary of the committee meeting, the storage facil-

Access to buildings with elevators is one reason some advocates support the new 100-unit mixed-income development in Jefferson Park. ity’s dimension will be approximately 75 feet high and will measure 133,000 gross square feet with seven additional outdoor parking spaces. The remaining area will be dedicated to the residential housing building.

Prior to the City Council’s Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Standards ruling on the reclassification of 5150 N.

Northwest Highway, a melting pot of community stakeholders, affordable housing advocates, curious spectators, elected officials, and more filled the lobby area of City Hall’s second floor with a cacophony of voices anxiously awaiting a decision that would affect some of their lives forever.

The crowd of mostly middle-aged adults hailed from predominantly White Jefferson

Residents from Jefferson Park and beyond show support for affordable housing within the Northwest side neighborhood.

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Park and places beyond, which for some of the individuals present was part of their concern. How can people who do not live in Jefferson Park or who do not own homes in Jefferson Park understand Jefferson Park or its people? Why should outside influencers’ input ultimately change not just the outward appearance but the spirit of the community?

Opposition to the proposed affordable housing structure is as fierce as it is multifaceted. Specifically, opponents to the project cite issues such as school overcrowding, a seven-story building does not “fit the character of the neighborhood,” increased density, increased crime, and more. Opponents, most of whom are current Jefferson Park residents and homeowners, have voiced their opinions in public forums both in town hall meetings as well as online. One such piece from the opposition comes in the form of a Change.org petition to the Jefferson Park Neighborhood Association which calls for developers to adhere to the Gladstone Park Master Plan which, among several items, would limit new developments to just four-stories. Already, the petition has garnered more than 3,000 signatures.

Trisha Kannon, who lived within Jefferson Park for multiple years, said there appears to be a targeted public relations campaign to take the focus off the issues.

She said she’s in favor of a four-story building. “It’s a quality of life issue, for sure, and it’s disrespectful to real race issues and to the neighbors to cloud the issue this way,” said Kannon. “I’m disappointed about the prejudice angle because [while] I do think racism exists, of course, that’s not the case in this particular conversation.” continued on page 07

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COMMENTARY

The ‘N’ word: When to be offended

By T. Shawn Taylor Defender Guest Writer If you watched comedian Larry Wilmore’s roast of President Obama at his final White House Correspondents dinner, then you recall the drop-the-mic, cringe-worthy T. Shawn Taylor moment when Wilmore ended his diatribe by directly addressing the president as “my n*****.”

Black folks’ reaction to Wilmore’s controversial ending appeared to be split along generational lines. Millennials and some Gen Xers (not this one, by the way) were quick to defend Wilmore, who is Black, as “keeping it real” to squash any notion that he had crossed a boundary during the televised event, in front of a predominately White audience. I heard from older Black Americans who were outraged and felt Wilmore should be reprimanded by his community, at the very least, and blackballed in his profession, at best.

That brings me to Bill Maher. The late-night talk show host and comedian, no stranger to controversy, has apologized for using the “N” word during a live interview with a Republican senator from Nebraska on his HBO show “Real Time with Bill Maher.” The conversation wended from the two talking about adults acting like adolescents and taking over Halloween from children to Sen. Ben Sasse commenting that Nebraskans don’t have time for such nonsense and inviting Maher to visit and come “work in the fields with us.”

That’s when Maher, feigning insult, shot back, “I’m a house n*****.”

Some audience members chuckled and others audibly gasped. I get it. Hearing a White man utter a word that has incubated hate and loathing toward Black people for centuries, in that moment, I don’t blame them.

There are rules. (Right?) And though Maher is known for making up “New Rules,” in fact, at the end of every show, this time he might have taken his “honorary brotha” status too far.

Maher apologized but that hasn’t muted calls for his firing. Some articles I’ve read question the future of the show, and include a laundry list of Maher’s politically and religiously incorrect statements throughout the years. What I have yet to see is a list of the dozens of times Maher has spoken out passionately in defense www.chicagodefender.com

of President Obama, taking on Black pundits like Cornell West, who by the way was dissing Obama again on “Real Time” a week earlier. (I thought Maher was going to strangle him with that scarf around his neck.) Maher has consistently and unabashedly railed against institutional racism and policies that have left African Americans disproportionately imprisoned, in poverty, unemployed and under-educated.

I believe Maher to be a genuine and forceful advocate for Black equality in America, so I accept his apology.

From all I have seen of Bill Maher, the “N” word is not a weapon he’d wield to inflict pain and insult on someone like me. No more than Larry Wilmore would. Both comedians took a risk in using that word in those settings, but neither meant to harm. Wilmore’s, I suspect, was planned. Maher’s was not. Because Maher is White, the rules governing the use of that word dictate that he overstepped.

That word can be offensive no matter who utters it. But let’s not act as if Bill Maher is suddenly some yahoo with a Confederate flag tattooed on his arm. By comparison, I was more upset when Wilmore said it.

When Maher used the “N” word, he was referring to himself. When Wilmore used it, he was referring to our Black president, who no doubt has been called that by some of his detractors behind his back. (Come on, we know it’s true!) Throughout his presidency, Obama was disrespected more than any president in history, because he’s Black. I imagine that, like Maher’s audience, some of those who were watching chuckled when Wilmore turned to Obama and said “my n****”, while others gasped. I know what Wilmore meant; he didn’t mean to be vile or offend the president or people like me, no more than Maher did. Although, I initially thought, like those Southwest Airlines commercials, “Wanna get away?” Under a rock, in a storm cellar, on the moon, anywhere except within rewind, YouTube, or DVR of what I believe was an uncomfortable, if not embarrassing as hell, moment for our president and first lady.

I didn’t watch the episode of “Real Time” when Maher transgressed, but I read about it and cringed. That said, it isn’t my wish to see either comedian blackballed. However, whether that word is used to offend, feed hate, get a laugh, or give a high five, I do believe we need a new rule regarding use of the “N” word. Stop giving it power.

T. Shawn Taylor is a writer and entrepreneur in Chicago.

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Meanwhile, cautious hope for an affordable housing victory was on the horizon and nearly within reach.

Ald. John Arena (45th Ward) spoke in support of the affordable housing development at a press conference hosted by Neighbors for Affordable Housing in Jefferson Park, Access Living, and The Disability Rights Action Coalition for Housing. Arena was joined by 47th Ward Ald. Ameya Pawar; 22nd Ward Ald. Ricardo Muñoz; 17th Ward Ald. David Moore; and 32nd Ward Ald. Scott Waguespack and several community organizers.

Following the press conference, Arena said he was “proud” of the community’s support of the project and thanked them for persevering in the face of opposition.

He explained that his constituents who are not in favor of the project should consider the dearth of housing options with elevator access and the number of empty lots and derelict buildings that don’t contribute to the tax base. He added that it’s an “economic reality” that underutilized land should be developed as a means to generate revenue for local schools. He cited an estimate from the Metropolitan Planning Council that calculated the economic impact of the project would be $3 million a year.

“In just buying power, these folks are going to come into our community and support our restaurants, dentists and doctors; all of whom have said we are losing patients, we need young vibrant families to come in to support our local businesses,” said Arena.

Arena attempted to appeal to the hearts and minds of the individuals opposed to the project with special consideration to those who called for an increased business presence within the ward.

“Well, the reality of the world is to get something you have to move something,” said Arena. “You have to deliver something and we’re going to deliver housing, we’re going to add critical retail space, we’re going to give [incoming residents] community life and access to schools and education that’s unmatched in the City of Chicago.”

One of the underlying aspects that emerged during the discussion for new affordable housing in Jefferson Park is the negative perception of the assumed prospective residents. Advocates for the project suspect racism may play a role in the opposition’s viewpoint.

Ben Goldsmith, Tenant Organizer for Chicago Housing Initiative, contends that statements loaded with criticism that include terms like “low income,” “Section 8”, and any inference to an increase in crime may be coded racist rhetoric. He said there shouldn’t be any compromising with bigotry and that a seven-story building is already a compromise. He added opponents to the project know if the building is only four-stories tall the development will no longer suit its intended purpose. “We know what people mean when they come to a community meeting and shout, ‘no Section 8’,” said Goldsmith.

“We also know what they mean when they say housing project. It’s very clear that it’s the who and not the what, there’s no confusion. When things get heated, people forget to dog whistle and they’re pretty straightforward about who they are talking about.”

Goldsmith said according to his organization’s research, housing plans similar to the one proposed typically do not make a negative impact on neighborhoods they’re joining.

Also, he said the housing gives the residents who are able to move into the completed space a fantastic opportunity.

Arena said he does not know what is in someone’s heart but he will continue to speak the truth about what he thinks is best for the ward. He said he’s heard questionable remarks while at the town hall meetings.

“I know what I heard in that meeting was not about any of the rational issues that they’re trying to bring up now about height and density, it was about others, it was about ‘our neighborhood can’t accept this’,” said Arena. “Well, we have to accept new people are moving into our neighborhood all the time, they’re moving into our single family homes and we need housing that is available to all.

Jefferson Park is a changing community relative to decades past. According to a January 2013 report by Social IMPACT Research Center based on an analysis of data collected by the U.S. Census Bureau, 83.9 percent, or 21,892 of the neighborhood’s 26,099 residents, were White. Meanwhile, African Americans made up 1.6 percent (405) of the all residents; Asians consisted of 9.3 percent (2,432); and Hispanics were the largest number of minorities with 20.4 percent of the population or 5,332. The data was taken from the 2006-2011 American community survey.

Jefferson Park is among several northwest side Chicago communities to remain by-andlarge predominantly White. According to a 2013 report by the Huffington Post, from 1920-2000, Jefferson Park remained over 90 percent White until 2000. The only communities that were still listed as 90 percent White were Edison Park, Norwood Park and Mount Greenwood in the southwest area of Chicago.

Marva Williams, a Jefferson Park resident and homeowner with her husband since September 2002, said she’s seen “a few” more African American and Latino families move into the community since her family’s arrival, however, Jefferson Park is still a predominantly White community. She called the fight in favor of affordable housing in Jefferson Park “great.”

“I think affordable housing needs to be integrated throughout the City of Chicago,” said Williams. “I think the community has so many assets we can share to lower income people, and also the development has market rate housing so there will be people at the median income as well as above.”

Williams’ statement that the Jefferson Park community has much to offer low income communities can be traced to the fact that the community itself is well above the poverty rate. Jefferson Park’s poverty rate was one the third lowest of any community in Chicago from 2007-2011, according to the Social IMPACT Research Center. In fact, it was one of only six communities in the city to have a poverty rate in the single digits. Jefferson Park was able to maintain its low poverty rate as other communities faltered. In 2000, 11 communities were in the single digits in terms of poverty rate.

However, affordable housing within the Jefferson Park neighborhood is practically non-existent. A quick search on Zillow.com revealed rental prices for apartments in Jefferson Park ranged from $800-$2,000+ per month for one to three bedroom apartments.

But, with the recent green light from the zoning committee, that could be changing as soon as the affordable housing project gets underway—even amidst opposition.

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Alden Loury Talks Ashburn and the Legacy of Racial Transition in Chicago Reuben Unrau City Bureau “In Chicago, when we do see racial change, it’s an all or nothing thing. It goes from one extreme to another,” said Alden Loury, director of research and evaluation at the Metropolitan Planning Council.

Growing up in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood in the 1970s, Loury says he would often dream about the community to the west. He remembers crossing Western Avenue and traversing into Ashburn, a predominantly White area where to him, “everything seemed better.”

“The houses seemed better, the cars seemed better, the streets seemed cleaner, the sun even seemed like it shined brighter,” said Loury, who is now director of research and evaluation at the Metropolitan Planning Council. “It just felt like a higher quality of life.”

Forty years later, the green lawns and single-family bungalows remain, but the residents have changed. According to census data, between 1990 and 2014 Ashburn’s White population shrank from more than 30,000 to just over 6,000 at a time when middle class African American and Hispanic families moved to the neighborhood in droves. Despite many African Americans leaving the city altogether, Ashburn remained a stronghold where Blacks could buy homes and escape from some of the economic decline of neighborhoods further east.

In a report released in March titled “The Cost of Segregation,” the Metropolitan Planning Council found that Chicago has seen a slight decline in racial and economic segregation. Here, Loury, who helped author the report, discusses integration, racial change, and how Ashburn serves as a model for the rest of Chicago.

What have you noticed about the change in racial segregation in Chicago since the 1990s?

There are communities that are shifting from one racial group to another. In 1990, Ashburn was largely a mostly White middle-class community and it has shifted to a middle-class African American and Latino community. The eastern sections of Ashburn are predominantly Black now, the western sections are mostly Latino, and still maybe 13 percent of the community is White, found mostly in the western sections of it. Ashburn stands out since it saw a dramatic shift from 1990 to 2010, after a lot of the other demographic shifts in the city already happened. But you’re also seeing levels of change in Morgan Park, and the communities a little north of Ashburn that have become more Latino, that were predominantly White at some point.

So does Ashburn serve as an example of a racially integrated neighborhood?

In 10 to 20 years from now, once those communities have stabilized as middle-class largely Latino and African American, we’ll look back and say that we weren’t really seeing a decline in racial segregation, we were just seeing a change

“In Chicago, when we do see racial change, it’s an all or nothing thing. It goes from one extreme to another,” said Alden Loury, director of research and evaluation at the Metropolitan Planning Council. in how we were racially segregated. There are census tracts in Ashburn that went from majority White to majority Latino or Black literally in a 10- or 20-year period.

That, I would say, is evidence that Ashburn is not integrated.

In Chicago, when we do see racial change, it’s an all or nothing thing. It goes from one extreme to another. Then the question becomes: Is there a way to slow that down? If a community, like Ashburn, is able to maintain some type of racial balance for at least two decades, I would say then it has achieved some level of integration.

How do Chicagoans view segregation now compared to decades prior?

The challenges we’ve had with segregation are still there. We don’t see the marches or the vitriol and the drama and the emotion we used to see, but I would say the things that were kind of underlying that kind of reaction in the 1950s and 60s are still there. We are far more sophisticated, but we still are responding in the same ways we did then, just without the fanfare and, to some degree, without even openly recognizing that we are still operating in the same fashion, which I think is kind of dangerous.

What do you think will happen in Ashburn—demographically and economically?

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My guess would be that Ashburn will eventually stabilize as an African-American and Latino community. It may not, due to its racial composition, be seen or viewed as a middle-class community, but given the fact that it’s not flooded with rental properties, I don’t think there will be an influx of low-income renters. That’s not something that always holds, but if the families that have purchased property stay there, they will be fine. Now, the tricky part is will the community be able to maintain the commerce? There was an Ultra Foods that’s located at 87th and Kedzie right on the border of Ashburn and Evergreen Park that closed. If we see things like that happen, that becomes a drag on the community.

If the middle-class families feel that they have to go farther and they’re in a food desert and Ashburn loses its luster in that way, that makes people want to pack up and leave.

If we see the middle class flee the community, then I think the future could be questionable. Places like Auburn Gresham and Washington Heights went through the same kind of change in the ‘70s and ‘80s when Black middle-class families left Bronzeville and settled there. Those communities have much more rental properties than Ashburn and as more lower income African Americans moved into those communities, many of those middle-

class folks started to leave. Those neighborhoods saw a decline to some degree, particularly in the 1990s and 2000s. Even sections of Chatham, which is still in some sections a Black middle-class haven, have seen challenges due to the loss of its Black middle-class base.

How does the story of Ashburn fit into the larger story of racial change in Chicago as a whole?

I would say even if Ashburn does not exemplify integration, it should be held up as an example of a community where racial change was not a death sentence. The people who lived in Ashburn in 1990, when African American and Latino families were coming in, may have thought that that was some signal or some kind of bellwether for problems. Now, 20 years (soon to be 30 years) later, yes, the community changed, but it is still a safe and stable place to live.

We don’t hear about shootings and robberies that we hear in other South Side areas—and the same thing can be said about Beverly and Morgan Park, and I think Ashburn can be added to that list. Even though it may not be a pillar of racial integration, it should be a lesson for us that demographic change is not one to fear or to flee.

This report was published in collaboration with City Bureau, a Chicago-based journalism lab. www.chicagodefender.com

COMMENTARY

The Supreme Court and Voting Rights

By Jessie Fields, M.D. Defender Guest Writer History shows that ideals are oft times contradicted in practice; there’s no greater example than in a democracy that held Blacks as slaves but was founded on the idea expressed in the words, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal…”. Thus the highest court in the land has a mixed and complex history of rulings on issues of citizenship and voting rights, rulings that are influenced in unpredictable ways by social and political change in the country.

One of the most fundamental changes in the country today is the fact that more and more Americans choose not to affiliate with either the Republi- Dr. Jessie Fields can or Democratic Party—44 percent of the American electorate are now independents.

The most recent Supreme Court rulings in voting rights and redistricting cases raise new questions of how current Supreme Court decisions may be influenced by such contemporary developments. The path by which cases reach the Supreme Court and the progression of legal doctrine through court rulings is usually unseen except by lawyers and judges, but on the ground changes are carried into the courts. Supreme Court rulings reflect ongoing history in the country.

The 1857 Supreme Court Dred Scott decision denied citizenship to Blacks, slave and free, and was an attempt to quiet the crisis over slavery and end the debates that would ultimately lead to the Civil War. The 1896 Plessy v. Ferguson “separate but equal” doctrine in which the Supreme Court upheld racial segregation remained the standard of American law until it was repudiated and declared unconstitutional in the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education ruling. Charles Hamilton Houston, Thurgood Marshall and other leading African American attorneys developed the strategy and litigation over decades that finally led to the Supreme Court declaring that separate educational facilities are inherently unequal and racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional.

Whites Only Primaries One of the many cases Thurgood Marshall, a founder of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund who would later become the first African American Supreme Court Justice, argued was the 1944 case Smith v.

Allwright challenging the Texas Democratic Party’s exclusion of African Americans from voting in its primary elections. Since the Democratic Primary determined the winner of most elections in the South, this practice effectively disenfranchised bBack voters. In his argument before the Supreme Court, Marshall stated, “We mainwww.chicagodefender.com

tain that the selection of candidates by a primary election pursuant to state statues is just as much a part of the elections machinery of the state as the actual election.”

The Supreme Court outlawed the “Whites only primary” as unconstitutional. Today similarly closed party primaries disenfranchise independent voters of all colors.

In 1962 a Supreme Court ruling in the case Baker v. Carr found that redistricting did fall under the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment and helped establish the legal principal of one person one vote.

These cases were long hard fought battles that gradually made their way to the Supreme Court in the context of a changing America and the Civil Rights movement. The denial of the right to vote based on race is unconstitutional. But the denial of the right to vote based on party affiliation or lack of party affiliation, though I and many believe it to be, has not yet been ruled unconstitutional.

New voting rights and redistricting cases are coming before the Supreme Court.

On May 15 the Supreme Court let stand a federal appeals court ruling striking down a North Carolina restrictive voter ID law that the appeals court said was written “with almost surgical precision” to disenfranchise African American voters. On the same day the Supreme Court rejected challenges to open primaries in Hawaii and Montana, leaving in place rulings by the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upholding these states open primaries in which voters do not have to be affiliated with a political party to vote in primary elections.

In another case the Supreme Court struck down two of North Carolina’s majority Black Congressional Districts on the grounds that the districts were drawn based on race in a form of racial gerrymandering the court has ruled unconstitutional.

This ruling is against the widespread practice by North Carolina and other states of packing African American voters into single districts that segregate Black communities and allows for the drawing of more numerous White dominated districts.

An unusual coalition of Supreme Court Justices came together with Justice Elena Kagan, writing for the majority, joined in agreement by Justices Clarence Thomas, Ruth Bader Ginsberg, Stephen G. Breyer and Sonia Sotomayor. Chief Justice John

Roberts, Justices Samuel Alito and Anthony Kennedy dissented. (This case was argued before Justice Neil M. Gorsuch joined the court, therefore he did not participate in the decision.) The North Carolina NAACP brought the lawsuit against the practice of drawing district lines to concentrate Black voters in as few districts as possible, saying “racially biased ‘apartheid districts’ disenfranchise the power of the African American vote.”

In 2013 in a reversal of long standing voting rights law, the Supreme Court, in Shelby County v. Holder, struck down the provision of the 1965 Voting Rights Act that mandated designated states and counties that had a history of racial discrimination in voting, had to receive preclearance from the Justice Department before making any changes in their voting procedures. Congress had continually reauthorized the Voting Rights Act without change and in 2006 had reauthorized the law for another 20 years. In the book “Give Us the Ballot” by Ari Berman, of this ruling he writes, “Shelby County lost in the district court and appeals court, but by the time the lawsuit reached the Supreme Court, the bipartisan consensus that supported the Voting Rights Act for nearly fifty years, including in 2006, had collapsed.”

Voting Rights Act Even before the 2013 Shelby County decision, conservative justices on the Supreme Court had expressed their view

that past history of discrimination could not be used to justify the continued restrictions on the designated states. It fell to Congress to update the legislation. A Congress gridlocked in partisan battles has been blind to a changing electorate and the need to broaden primary voting beyond political party control.

Recent judicial challenges to the closed partisan primary and partisan gerrymandering revolve around questions of whether a voting process is fair and equal for all voters. More such cases are on their way to the Supreme Court. One such case is a 2016 ruling by the United States District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin that the State Legislature’s redrawing of State Assembly districts heavily favored the Republican Party and violated both the First Amendment and the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment because it aimed to deprive Democratic voters of their right to be represented.

What is the role of the Supreme Court at a time when partisan dysfunction and Republican and Democratic Party warfare threatens to engulf our democracy? Currently 50 percent of millennials in the United States, including in African American and Hispanic communities, identify as independents and are excluded from voting in most primary elections. The electorate is changing and there is substantial advocacy for judicial protection of equal voting rights for all voters including minorities, independents and young voters.

Underlying the crisis in our democracy is the loss of faith of the American people in their government. It will take a continuous infusion of top to bottom nonpartisan reforms linked to the soul of American democracy built on activism, struggle and sacrifice. The Supreme Court can play a contributing role in the process of revitalizing our democracy on new and more inclusive grounds.

Jessie Fields, M.D., is a Harlem-based physician and a member of the Board of Directors of Open Primaries, which advocates for open and nonpartisan primary systems.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Chicago Natives Larry Sims and Jermane Britton Take Over ‘Invite Only Cabo’

By Mary L. Datcher Defender Arts & Entertainment Editor In the world of reality television, there’s a new drama series on the block that has ears burning and tongues wagging. Bravo’s latest edition to the Sunday night primetime line-up is “Invite Only Cabo,” which rolls into its fifth episode this week. The show stars Chicago native and celebrity hairstylist Larry Sims, who invites four of his closest friends on an exclusive vacation in the luxury resort town of Los Cabos, Mexico.

Midway into the season, we immediately connect with Sims’ friends and cast members—Kamani Alana, Bianca Banks, Agu Ukaogo, Emily Moses, Malaku Quisada and long-time friend and fellow Chicagoan Jermane Britton.

A former dancer for some of the biggest recording artists in the business, Sims has grown to become one of the most sought-after hairstylists in the entertainment business. His client roster is impressive, styling Queen Latifah, Tracee Ellis Ross, Lupita Nyong’o, Kerry Washington, Mary J. Blige and Gabrielle Union.

His crazy schedule has kept the Los Angeles transplant grinding non-stop for his high-profile clients and devoid of a real vacation in over five years. Invite Only Cabo gives the viewers a peek into the jet setter stylist’s private life. His friends come along for the experience—each with booming personalities and outspoken opinions, which can sometimes crash and burn within the tight-knit but luxurious mansion.

“The reality of my life was responsive. People have so many opinions. People are arguing that I’m gay, saying it was fake and scripted, but the world doesn’t know I don’t do anything that

Larry Sims is fake. I don’t have to, I’m comfortable in my skin. I’m not hiding anything about who I am. It’s interesting to see the dynamic of conversation that is being had throughout the show. When people do podcasts and reviews that means that people are talking about it. I’m happy that they’re talking,” Sims says.

Fellow cast member Jermane Britton agrees with Sims. The two have been friends for over two decades having met while Sims danced for notable House music singer Dajae and Britton worked for the singer’s record label Cajual Records in the 1990’s.

“Larry kind of discovered me in a sense. I always knew I wanted to be in this world of business. Our friendship lit a fire in my career. I knew then, after watching him and being friends, that this is what I wanted to do,” Britton said. Similar to Sims, he moved away from Chicago. Britton relocated to New York City, working for dance music DJ and producer Roger Sanchez for a while—later taking a job as a personal assistant for then-married couple Nas and singer Kelis.

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Jermane Britton Britton says, “I get to see how Larry is with somebody else with me currently being in the situation--now when I look at it, I’m inside of it. It’s really amazing to see ...”

“At the beginning, when I was approached about the opportunity from the production company and Bravo—I thought to myself, ‘not only do I want to bring interesting, cool and dynamic people together, I want to infuse people who have good platforms’,” Sims said.

“Bravo TV is the ‘best of the best’ in terms of networks. We have eight weeks on a primetime slot. I remember Gabrielle [Union] went to lunch with me and a few of the guys prior to the show coming on. She said, ‘Whatever you do, be prepared. Don’t allow this opportunity to come and go and you’re not ready. Set up your website, have a publicist, have a business plan if you’re selling or promoting things. Make sure you’re ready.’”

Conflicts and Arguments With Sims at the center of the mixed feelings shared between him and friend, Bianca Banks, things get awkward. Bringing everyone together brought out various emotions.

“It was an incredibly strange balance to be on a vacation with people that I’ve never gone on a vacation with. As long as I’ve known Jermane, we’ve never gone on a trip where it was just fun.

We’ve never stayed with each other under one roof extensively and to re-introduce myself to my friendships with things I hadn’t done before,” he explains. “As far as things that were controversial

or honest or things I didn’t understand—I was the peacemaker. I tried to diffuse a lot of things. With grown folks under one roof, everyone is really ‘alpha’ and had their own opinions. I tried to make everyone see both sides of the coin.”

The two haven’t always had it easy, both starting in Chicago—a market that is third in the nation but falls behind when trying to make it successfully in the entertainment world. They both come home for the holidays to visit family and friends. And the two understand that with success comes the responsibility of doing their best without regrets.

Moving Beyond Chicago “Growing up in Chicago, I used to think it was so big and we did everything. Once I went to Japan or London and saw how other people were living doing business—I thought there’s so much more to the business than what I saw, heard and received,” said Britton.

Having moved to Los Angeles in 1998—Sims went on tour with artists such as Missy Elliott—eventually becoming a personal assistant to the platinum singer and songwriter. He returned home a few years later to attend Pivot Point, earning his certification in cosmetology. Without looking back—he relocated back to L.A. to work with his friends in the business—as a hairstylist. Nearly 14 years later, he knows this was the best decision that created life-altering opportunities.

“It’s difficult because when you’re in Chicago—it has a way of pulling you in. I grew up with people that have never left the West

Side—they barely go downtown.

For me, being able to see the world through the eyes of performing allowed me to dream bigger than what my circumstances were.

“Unfortunately, some people don’t have that. People become products of their environment. We become our parents, we become our grandparents, we become our siblings and cousins who are okay with having the regular job. They have families and kids to support,” Sims said. “You have to dream.

You have to look at people that have made it—people like Jermane and I can inspire people to show them, ‘We’re from where you’re from and look at what we’ve accomplished in our lives.’”

With the complexities of the series, Sims and Britton admit it is one of the few Bravo shows with a predominately African-American cast with an extended LGBTQ following. They are both comfortable with representing both communities when approached by fans.

Britton reflects on advice Sims gave him prior to filming. “He said, ‘Don’t go on television and be something you’re not. Be who you are.’ The storm is starting to rain a little bit harder. I’m okay with it because I don’t believe God gives you something you can’t handle.”

A free spirit with an electric personality, Sims’ easy-going nature attracts an abundance of friends and associates. “I’ll be 41 this year and I’m unapolegetic about who I am. I’m really proud of the things that I’ve accomplished in my life.

I’m living my truth out loud. As you watch the season unfold, you’ll see my truth come out, louder and www.chicagodefender.com

ENTERTAINMENT

It’s All Relative Northlight Theatre Presents RELATIVITY Written By Mark St. Germain Directed by BJ Jones May 11 – June 18, 2017

By Rick and Brenda McCain Defender Contributing Writers In the 20th century during the time of the Treaty of Versailles that ended World War I, there was an explosion of scientific creativity and one of the greatest minds this world has ever known was born.

On March 14, 1879, in a historical ter- Brenda and Rick McCain ritory called Württemberg, Albert Einstein was born in Ulm, Germany. At the age of 42, he won the Nobel Prize for physics and immigrated to the U.S. in the following decade after being targeted by the Nazis.

His name has become synonymous

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with the word “genius” and he was a man with insightful influence with regards to scientific research that garnered him the title “Poster Boy.” Known as a brilliant deep thinker who published four papers that changed the course of how we see modern physics, Einstein’s primary focus was work and not family because he felt it was a distraction and hindrance to achieving success.

Einstein, the brilliant mastermind physicist who achieved pioneering research on how our universe functions and the man who invented the “Theory of Relativity,” is featured in an extraordinary play at the Northlight Theatre.

Interestingly, in 1902 Albert Einstein had a baby daughter named Lieserl with Mileva Einstein; however, in 1904 her existence was gone like the chalk on the blackboard as though Einstein erased an equation. It was said that she contracted Scarlet Fever, which could cause brain damage, and to Einstein, a child who could not think was dead already and the slate of the baby girl named Lieserl was wiped clean like a miscalculated error.

No one could have imagined Albert Einstein, the most influential physicist of the 20th century who developed the theory of

relativity, had a dark side. This iconic genius whose theories of relativity led to new ways of looking at time, space, matter, energy and gravity couldn’t comprehend the theory of the appreciation of life. He gave up before he understood that the theory of survival is mankind’s greatest achievement. But he was about to learn that even if you erase what you wrote on the blackboard, the elements of chalk are still in the air.

“Relativity” Artistic Director BJ Jones introduces us to another side of the scientist-philosopher who knew just how to describe the human condition, except his own. Jones gives us a glimpse into Einstein’s world as the great professor, the father of innovation, the man who had many mistresses but a man whose greatest challenge of being a husband and a father might have been too tough an equation to prove.

“Relativity” features a cast of three.

Albert Einstein was masterfully played by 94-year-old Mike Nussaum, the godfather of acting (and we heard he does around 100 pushups every morning to stay in shape). Mike brought Albert Einstein to life not just because he looks like him with the ungroomed mane but also because of his delightful depiction of Albert Einstein’s quick witted humor. He even brings out the not so joyful Einstein when he can’t find his chalk or as he uncomfortably tries to explain the reason to his daughter’s disappearance.

Rounding out the ensemble are two lovely women who both deliver stellar performances in their own right without taking anything away from the star (Einstein).

Katherine Keberlein (Margaret Harding) plays a reporter from the “Jewish Daily” whom Einstein agrees to do an interview with and invites her to his home office.

This encounter begins an intellectual discord of conversation that will lead you to a conclusion as to Margaret’s true identity.

Ann Whitney (Helen Dukas) plays Einstein’s assistant and caretaker who was one not to be messed with when it came to Einstein and his legacy. She was not in all of the scenes, but when she was, she commanded our attention with her hearty, compelling and convincing performance.

We recommend that you go and see “Relativity.” You will be pleasantly Glücklich (happy) with how good this play will make you feel. After all, according to Einstein, “Imagination is more important than knowledge. For knowledge is limited to all we know and understand, while imagination embraces the entire world and all there ever will be to know and understand.”

The cast of “Relativity” includes: Mike Nussbaum (Albert Einstein) Katherine Keberlein (Margaret Harding) Ann Whitney (Helen Dukas).

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In the MIXX: Racism Rears Its Ugly Head, Another Chance the Rapper Music Fest?

By Mary L. Datcher Defender Senior Staff Writer Chicago’s downtown nightlife is one of the engaging experiences of both visiting and residing in the city of “broad shoulders.” In the last two decades, we’ve seen a shift in various groups of individuals patronizing some of the higher-profiled restaurants and lounges in the River North and Gold Coast districts. More African Mary L. Datcher American and Latino partygoers have integrated into an area where White privileged patrons have dominated and protected the landscape.

In the 1990’s, young Black promoters began to tip the scales by promoting events that featured Chicago-based athletes and celebrities with White-owned establishments that reluctantly welcomed them but eagerly raised bar guarantees on groups. In one of the most segregated cities in America, the unspoken code of party dwelling was for years reduced to a person’s neighborhood. If you were above a certain income bracket and welcomed in the exclusive nightspots because only the “hip” Blacks were allowed—then you would likely get a pass.

A great deal has occurred since the days championship Chicago Bulls players would frequent the downtown clubs and Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs or Jay-Z after parties were acceptable in the 42nd ward. As generations have changed, the big street ballers have slowed down and over the last five years—the incidents of violence have extended North of Roosevelt. The growing luxury resident apartment buildings taking over have also commanded more complaints to the alderman and police commander over the area district.

Why do I bring this up? Last week, a very restricted dress code sign was circulated around social media, listing every wardrobe stereotype Bottled Blonde felt gave them the “right of refusal” into the River North restaurant. Mixed feelings were drudged up on both sides: some felt the sign was appropriate and the establishment had every right to post it; others felt it was racially targeting Blacks and Latinos— primarily men.

This is a partial excerpt from the sign: No shearling/fur, leather, jean jackets or vests and no novelty sweaters. No jean shorts, and other shorts must be no longer than one inch past your knees. NO JORDANS, NIKE AIR MAX OR AIR FORCE ONES. No high tops, high socks or athletic sneakers (Chucks and Vans are allowed).

No male jewelry (Chains are not allowed in the establishment.) No visible tattoos on neck, face or hands.

Hmmm...if you’re Black or Latino, the above wardrobe restrictions would account for 99.9 percent of someone we personally know or it could account for ourselves. In the winter time, a great deal of us will rock a fur coat or leather jacket, and what the hell does “novelty” sweaters mean?

While other media outlets such as CBS Channel 2 reported on the incident, which led to other questionable concerns of Bottled Blonde’s license—this is regular practice by most downtown nightlife businesses. The major concern is this venue felt compelled and entitled to put their narrow-minded assessments in writing.

Every time a group of Black men and women approach a venue, they are scrutinized by the doormen. It is insulting and at the same time acceptable by our community because we want to be “inclusive,” “validated” and “chosen.”

It’s great to explore and support all types of businesses throughout our city, but it is vitally important to support the businesses that respect us—openly without malice and discrimination.

Another Chance the Rapper Music Festival?

We’re hearing the possibility of another Chance the Rapper produced festival taking place this September. This time, it won’t be at Guaranteed Rate Field, home of the White Sox, but at Washington Park.

The SocialWorks team and AEG Live is gearing up for a “magnificent” outdoor festival on the South Side that is sure to draw thousands of young attendees.

As the Obama Foundation prepares to break ground this Fall for the Barack Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park, expect Washington Park to be the new “hot bed” of music festivals for the next few years. One of the oldest and largest parks in the city borders Hyde Park, Woodlawn, and Bronzeville with great access to public transportation.

600Breezy Fighting Criminal Charges If you’re over 24 and not in the music business, then you may not know the infamous indie rap artist 600Breezy. The South Side native broke onto the scene with his dis record, “Don’t Get Smoked” after newly signed rapper LA Capone was shot and killed September 2013. The song went viral with over 4.4 million YouTube views, launching an entire new career for the father of two. Since then 600Breezy has recorded several joints including his recent single with Drake, “Lou Rawls.” We recently interviewed him at our Chicago Defender offices along with Know1Radio’s personality Que “Purple Girl” Johnson where he was gearing up to be a part of some Drake concert dates.

The day after the interview, 600Breezy appeared in a Waterloo, Iowa, court to deal with a misdemeanor of smoking marijuana, which led to probation violations, according to the allegations. It’s reported,

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600Breezy he can be sentenced up to ten years, but in a recent interview with kollegekidd.com from jail, 600Breezy was adamant that he would only be detained up to a year with the legal assistance from Drake’s camp.

We will monitor this story as it develops and feature an up-close-and-personal conversation in our Black Music Month issue, which drops June 14.

Birthday Shout-outs Happy Birthday to celebrity hairstylist who makes Oprah Winfrey’s hair bounce Nicole Rogers on June 7. Top public relations guru Robin Beaman; rap music promoter Looch DaSpokesman; and the original member of the Hot Mix 5 Mario ‘Smokin’ Diaz celebrate on June 8. The original queen of Chicago nightlife Helen Wooten celebrates 68 years of life and the late Doug Banks would’ve turned 58 on June 9.

A special blue and white shout-out to Zeta Phi Beta, Inc. member Angelyn Anderson and digital specialist Jun Mhoon on June 10. The Gemini celebration continues with birthday wishes to graphic design genius John Intek (Type 10) and businessman Darryl Petty on June 11. Next week kicks off Ald. Emma Mitts and house music producer Hula Mahone birthdays on June 12.

In Memorial Our condolences and prayers to the family and friends of long-time celebrity hairstylist Emory Patterson Jones. He passed away on May 22, 2017, at Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital in Chicago.

He was born on February 14, 1945, in Washington, D.C. After graduating from high school in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, he came to Chicago and graduated from Virginia Farrell Beauty College in 1964.

Emory opened Emory & Friends in the Gold Coast before heading to Los Angeles, where he became stylist for many celebrities including Diana Ross, Dionne Warrick, Smokey Robinson, Lainie Kazan, Nancy Wilson, and Natalie Cole. Actor Billy Wil-

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Emory Patterson Jones liams was not only a client, but was also a regular visitor in the salon, as he enjoyed sketching the guests.

After years of working on a celebrity clientele in Los Angles, Emory returned to work in Chicago and developed a huge roster of clients that included some of the best-known movers and shakers including Quentin Primo III, Renee Ferguson, Shell Reyes, Dori Wilson and Chaz Ebert.

His other passions included singing, writing, and recording gospel music, studying the Bible, and cooking. Emory formed and led the gospel group Sanctuary, which produced two CDs in 2007 and 2013 respectively. The group performed locally, including at Ravinia and other venues around town.

A memorial service was held on June 3, 2017, at St. James Episcopal Cathedral. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Primo Center for Women and Children (http://www.primocenter.org/contact. htm) www.chicagodefender.com

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

JUNE June 8 Old Town School of Folk Music’s Summer Music Concert Series Featuring Blues in Bronzeville 6 p.m.

Ellis Park Arts and Recreation Center 3520 S. Cottage Grove Ave. In conjunction with the performance, The Chicago Blues Museum brings part of its exhibit of Blues Greats to the park June 8 (4-9 p.m.) and June 9 (11 a.m.-9 p.m.)

June 10 Expungement Summit and Job Information Seminar Presented by Clerk of Circuit Court of Cook County Dorothy Brown, Cicero Town President Larry Dominick and Cicero Public Schools District 99 Volunteer attorneys will help with expungement and sealing applications preparation. No fee for juvenile expungement; fees apply for adult expungement/ sealing.

Other services include: onsite drug testing, fingerprinting, child support service, identity theft, veterans’ resources.

Unity Junior High School 2115 S. 54TH Ave., Cicero, Ill. Registration: 8:30 a.m.

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Doors close at 6 p.m.

Bring criminal history documents (rap sheets) For more information, call 312-603-5200 or (312) 603-4641 cookcountyclerkofcourt.org June 10 Storytelling with Viktor Le. Givens Performance based installation artist and writer Viktor Le. Givens will discuss his artist practices and conduct an improvisational reading from his recently published book of folklore and mythology, “MO’ LASSES.” Admission: $8 (free for DuSable members) DuSable Museum of African American History 740 East 56th Place 5:30-8:30 p.m.

June 16 Bronzeville Arts District 3rd Friday Trolley Tour Explore the rich artistic culture of Bronzeville. Continuous rotation trolleys at each gallery in 15 minut intervals, with periodic stops at local establishments.

Free admission

6 p.m.-9 p.m.

For more information, visit: bronzevilleartdistrict.com

First 700 attendees will be admitted until capacity is reached.

June 16 NISL Premier Cup Final Chicago team competes for automatic bid to U.S. Club Soccer Midwest Regionals.

Good luck, team!

June 17 “A Mind Is...” UNCF Gala Hyatt Regency Hotel, 151 East Wacker 6 p.m.

Black-Tie Attire Entertainment by Shelia E For tickets, call (312) 845-2200 or email: latina.brooks@uncf.org June 17 An Evening of Intimate Conversation and Music Featuring Raheem DeVaughn and Goapele Park West, 322 W. Armitage Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Show begins at 7 p.m.

For your free pair of tickets, visit riseabovehiv.org

June 18 Better Love Yourself Presents Diamond Spirit Awards Honoring Outstanding Leaders, Motivators and Fathers in the Community Brunch with your Father Entertainmnet by Terisa Griffin Camelot Banquets 8624 W. 95th St., Hickory Hills, IL Doors open at 11 a.m.

For tickets, call (773) 667-9608 or email: betterloveyourself@gmail.com June 18 Real Men Cook Father’s Day Sunday Featuring dishes from males around Chicagoland Proceeds go to Real Men Charities, Inc. Several locations 3 -6 p.m.

For a list of locations or for more information, visit: realmencook.com To register to cook, email: AyindeCartman@gmail.com

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ON THE SCENE

Hyde Park Brew Fest Serves Up Drinks, Food and Music The 2nd Annual Hyde Park Brew Fest recently was held in the Harper Court corridor where various companies gathered to serve their best craft beers, cider and food to an attendance of 20,000 over the two-day span.

Produced by Eat, Drink, Be, the event featured great musical talent from local DJ J Illa to national favorites, Clark Kent and D-Nice.

The ladies of Justice of the Pie Hyde Park Brew Fest attendees purchase tickets to attend. (Photos by Mary L. Datcher) represent.

Diego happily serves up patrons some of Vice District Brewing samples.

Hosts of Beerz & Barz

A couple shows their dance moves at the festival.

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C L A S S I F I E D S LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF CHANGE OF MEETING LOCATION FOR COMMITTEE/BOARD MEETINGS OF JUNE 20, 2017 CHICAGO HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the location of the June 20, 2017, Committee Meetings (Finance & Audit Committee and Real Estate Operations Development Committee) and Board Meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Chicago Housing Authority has changed. The meetings for June 20, 2017, will be held at CHA Corporate Offices, 60 E. Van Buren, 12 fl. Loft, Chicago, Illinois, at the following times: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 8:30 am Tuesday, June 20, 2017 9:00 am Tuesday, June 20, 2017 9:15 am Tuesday, June 20, 2017 9:30 am Tuesday, June 20, 2017 10:00 am

Finance & Audit Committee (Closed Session) Finance & Audit Committee (Business Session) Real Estate Operations Development Committee Board Meeting (Business & Public Session) Board Meeting (Closed Session)

There is no Tenant Services Committee Meeting scheduled for the month of June.

If you have any questions concerning the time and place of Board meetings, please contact Lee Chuc, Board Secretary at 312-913-7282.

Date: June 1, 2017

Lee Chuc, Secretary CHA Board of Commissioners

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

SUB BIDS / SUPPLIER QUOTES REQUESTED Walsh Construction Company II, LLC IDOT Item 120 Contract 60X99 Reconstruction Van Buren Street Bridge over I-90/94

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name In the conduct or transaction of Business in the State, “as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County, File No. D17151018 on the May 30, 2017. Under the Assumed Name of FOUR OUR CULTURE with the business located at 842 BRADOC ST., CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411.

The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/ Partner Full Name: TAYLOR STATEN Complete Address: 842 BRADOC ST., CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411, USA

Bids Due to Walsh Construction Company II, LLC up to June 15, 2017 5:00 PM (CST) Owner: Illinois Department of Transportation The work consists of the replacement of the Van Buren Street Bridge over Interstate 90/94, work includes but not limited to: bridge replacement, roadway reconstruction, erosion control and protection, utility relocation of existing storm sewers, siphon reconstruction, non-special waste excavation, earth excavation and embankment, miscellaneous storm sewers, pavement marking and signage, roadway lighting, ITS, traffic control and protection, monument relocation, aesthetic improvements, urban enhancements and all incidental and collateral work necessary to complete the improvements.

Subcontractors and suppliers can access plans and specifications online at the Walsh Group Site, https://secure.smartbidnet.com/External/PublicPlanRoom.aspx?Id=306749&i=1or are available to review at Walsh Construction Company II, LLC office located at 929 W. Adams Street Chicago, IL 60607 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Friday.

In order to assist certified Disadvantage Business 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. Please feel free to contact us about this project.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

LEGAL NOTICE ATTENTION ALL VENDORS THE CHICAGO HOUSING AUTHORITY (CHA) INVITES QUALIFIED FIRMS/ORGANIZATIONS TO SUBMIT BIDS FOR: Roof Drain, Sewer and Storm System Assessment INVITATION FOR BID EVENT NO.: 2209 and 2208 (2017)

HELP WANTED The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago will be accepting applications for the following classification(s): Environmental Chemist (Original) Instrumentation Chemist (Original) Additional information regarding salary, job description, requirements, etc. can be found on the District’s website at www.districtjobs.org or call 312-751-5100.

An Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D

All questions must be submitted in writing via the CHA Supplier Portal (https://supplier.thecha.org) to the above-mentioned event no later than June 28, 2017 at 12:00 p.m. CST. PRE-BID MEETING: June 15, 2017 at 11:00 am CST at the CHA, 60 E. Van Buren, 13th Floor, Bid-Bond Room, Chicago, IL BID DUE DATE/TIME: July 10, 2017 at 11:00 am CST via the CHA

Supplier Portal SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT: https://supplier.thecha.org Funding will be provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The subsequent contract shall be subject to the applicable compliance standards and procedures of Executive Order No. 11246, as amended, Equal Opportunity and other provisions as specifically set in the specification. The Authority encourages participation by joint ventures, minority business enterprises, and women business enterprise firms.

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It pays to advertise in the Chicago Defender Call (312) 225-2400 today LEGAL NOTICE SECTION 00 11 16 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Prairie Hills Elementary School District 144 is accepting sealed bids for Air Conditioning Installation and Electrical Upgrades at Markham Park School located in Markham, Illinois.

Lump Sum Bids will be publicly opened and read at the District Administration Office of Prairie Hills Elementary School District 144, at 3015 West 163rd Street, Markham, Illinois 60428, at 11:00 a.m. on June 16, 2017, for Electrical and at 11:00 a.m. June 23, 2017, for AC. Bids received after designated time and date of bid opening will not be considered.

Bid security, in the form of a bid bond or certified check, in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the base bid shall be submitted with the bid. Performance and Labor and Material Payment Bonds and Certificate of Insurance, as required by the Owner, will be required from the successful bidder.

The Board of Education, Prairie Hills Elementary School District 144, reserves the right to reject any and all bids or parts thereof, to waive any irregularities or informalities in bidding procedures and to award the contract in a manner best serving the interest of the Owner.

All bidders must comply with applicable Illinois Law requiring the payment of prevailing rate of wage to all laborers, workmen and mechanics working on public funded projects. If during the time period of work, these rate changes, the contractor shall be responsible for additional costs without any change to the contract amount.

The proposed contract is subject to the requirements of the Equal Employment Practices Commission and the Illinois Human Rights Act (HRA) Illinois Revised Statues, Ch. 68, Par. 1-101, et. seg.”(Including the requirement that every party to a public contract shall have adopted written sexual harassment policies, P.A. 87-1257.)

LEGAL NOTICE SUB BIDS / SUPPLIER QUOTES REQUESTED Walsh Construction Company II, LLC IDOT Item 121 Contract 62A75 Route 90/94 at Jackson Boulevard Bids Due to Walsh Construction Company II, LLC up to June 15, 2017 5:00 PM (CST) Owner: Illinois Department of Transportation The work consists of the relocation of a 16” water main that crosses I-90/94 along with the connection of the new water main alignment with Jackson Boulevard, work includes but not limited to: erosion control and protection, improvements to existing storm sewers, special waste excavation, jacked casing pipe, water main and appurtenances, roadway lighting, ITS maintenance and protection, traffic control and protection, private utility coordination and all additional and collateral work necessary to complete the improvements.

Subcontractors and suppliers can access plans and specifications online at the Walsh Group Site, https://secure.smartbidnet.com/External/ PublicPlanRoom.aspx?Id=306889&i=1or are available to review at Walsh Construction Company II, LLC office located at 929 W. Adams Street Chicago, IL 60607 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Friday.

In order to assist certified Disadvantage Business 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. Please feel free to contact us about this project.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Bidding Documents are on file on June 5, 2017, for Electrical and on June 12, 2017, for AC, and may be obtained from Best Imaging Solutions, 55 E. Monroe St., Lower Level, CON F, Chicago, IL 60603. Phone (312) 357-9050/Fax (312) 357-0235, service@emailbest.com. Drawings are not available through the Architect. Payment and delivery arrangements should be made through Best Imaging Solutions.

All prospective Electrical bidders are encouraged to call Alan Armbrust at 312-242-4172 for a site tour. All prospective AC bidders are encouraged to attend a recommended pre-bid conference at 7:00 a.m., on Thursday, June 15, 2017, starting at Markham Park School, Main Entrance, 16239 Lawndale Avenue, Markham, IL, 60428, in order to familiarize themselves with the project, which will be attended by both the Owner and the Architect. Contact Alan Armbrust, STR Partners, (312) 242-4172 with questions.

Board of Education Prairie Hills Elementary School District 144 Markham, Illinois 60428 Ms. Terri Sharpp, Chief School Business Official

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PROPERTY FOR SALE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

This letter is to notify that on June 25, 2017 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.JANICE BUCKNER, CITY OF CHICAGO- DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, GRANITE PARTNERS FOR OAKWOOD BOULEVARD, LLC, THE ARCHES CONDOMINIUM F-3 ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 012170 3811 S. LANGLEY AVENUE UNIT #201 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 March 9, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 17, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3811 S. LANGLEY AVENUE UNIT #201, CHICAGO, IL 60653 Property Index No. 17-34-423-014-4003, Property Index No. (17-34-423-011-0000 underlying pin).

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 in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-11601.

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.

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE OF CVF III MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST II Plaintiff, -v.DENISE S. JULIAN A/K/A DENISE JULIAN, HISTORIC CHICAGO BUNGALOW ASSOCIATION Defendants 16 CH 016012 8418 S. ELIZABETH STREET CHICAGO, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 9, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 17, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8418 S. ELIZABETH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-32-313-028-0000.

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 in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-11544.

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

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-11544 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 016012 TJSC#: 37-2547 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.LLEVELYN D. RHONE, PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, STATE OF ILLINOIS Defendants 16 CH 10353 4432 SOUTH MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE A/K/A 4432 SOUTH KING DRIVE 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 April 14, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 17, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4432 SOUTH MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE A/K/A 4432 SOUTH KING DRIVE, Chicago, IL 60653 Property Index No. 20-03-311-040-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $296,197.04.

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 in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm. Please refer to file number 16-079911.

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.

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF CUPID STEWARD, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF CUPID STEWARD, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF CUPID STEWARD, DECEASED, SHIRLEY STEWARD, WILLIAM BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF CUPID STEWARD, DECEASED Defendants 16 CH 11089 10058 S. OGLESBY AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 19, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 20, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10058 S. OGLESBY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 25-12-412-081-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $137,712.65.

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 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: J. Gregory Scott, HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1717 Please refer to file number 585255828.

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

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

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ACCREDIT LOANS, INC. MORTGAGE ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-QS19; Plaintiff, vs.

HIRLEY NASH; ATLANTIC CREDIT & FINANCE INC. ASSIGNEE FROM GE MONEY BANK; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 14 CH 5082 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 3, 2016, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, July 11, 2017, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 20-29-419-024-0000.

Commonly known as 7732 South Morgan aka 7732 S. Morgan Street, Chicago, IL 60620.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http:// service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiffu2019s Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 8697.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, ... ERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-QS19 RALI 20, PLAINTIFF, VS. HIRLEY NASH; ATLANTIC CREDIT & FINANCE INC. ASSIGNEE FROM GE MONEY BANK; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, DEFENDANTS. 14 CH 05082 7732 SOUTH MORGAN A/K/A 7732 S MORGAN ST CHICAGO, IL 60620 CALENDAR 59 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on October 3, 2016, Judicial Sales Corporation will on July 11, 2017, in 1 S. Wacker Dr. 24th Floor Chicago, Illinois 60606, at 10:30 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of Cook, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 20-29-419-024-0000 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 7732 SOUTH MORGAN A/K/A 7732 S MORGAN ST CHICAGO, IL 60620 Description of Improvements: ONE STORY SINGLE FAMILY HOME; TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $127,238.50.

Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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 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. For Information: Visit our website at http:// ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 3469088. Please refer to file# 8697 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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1. 128 Diane Duncan 2. 144 Diane Barnes 3. 157 Mariah Hyles 4. 182 Cherise Delaney 5. 341 Chesstine Gaulding This letter is to notify that on June 25, 2017 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.

1. 10153 James A Lott 2. V415 Lessie V. Dixon This letter is to notify that on June 25, 2017 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. 112 Chris Wood 2. 225 Meneka Heath 3. 241 Theresa Boler 4. 270 Donisha Thomas 5. 305 Lisa Hinds 6. 501 Vanessa Rose 7. 606 Diane Taylor This letter is to notify that on June 25, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. an auction will be held at Aaron Bros. Self-Storage, 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.

1. 205 Tracey Holmes 2. 312 Elliott Krick 3. 329 Tanya Lyda 4. 343 Latrice Williams 5. 447 Raheem Cooper-Thomas

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name In the conduct or transaction of Business in the State, “as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County, File No. D17150877 on the May 17, 2017. Under the Assumed Name of GLAM WORLD FOR GLAM GIRLS with the business located at 1829 N. MASON, CHICAGO, IL 60639. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/ partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name: MARY ELIZABETH JORDAN-JOHNSON Complete Address: 1829 N. MASON, CHICAGO, IL 60639, USA

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT, LLC Plaintiff, vs.

EUGENE GATEWOOD; MARILYN SUE GATEWOOD Defendants, 16 CH 15824 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 Monday, July 10, 2017 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. 25-04-413-004-0000.

Commonly known as 9421 South LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL 60620.

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

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PROSPECT MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, vs.

OLUKOYEJO O. OYESIKU Defendants, 15 CH 14509 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, June 30, 2017 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. 21-31-419-004-0000.

Commonly known as 8509 South Exchange Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617.

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

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.BURNIE L. JOHNSON Defendants 16 CH 015922 1936 E. 96TH STREET CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 10, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 12, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1936 E. 96TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 25-12-103-050-0000.

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 in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-15548.

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.

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST Plaintiff, -v.ANTHONY G. CIARAVINO, MICHELLE M. CIARAVINO, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA) N.A., AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CAPITAL ONE BANK Defendants 16 CH 15896 4183 S. EMERALD AVENUE Chicago, IL 60609 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 7, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 10, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4183 S. EMERALD AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60609 Property Index No. 20-04-118-031.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $394,941.44.

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 in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number 101898.

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

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. 101898 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 16 CH 15896 TJSC#: 37-3498 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.KEM L. DAVIS, MAQUEDA DAVIS Defendants 14 CH 019423 8319 S. ADA STREET CHICAGO, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 10, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 19, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8319 S. ADA STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-32-304-0070000.

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 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 14-14-19894.

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

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.DAVID HESTER, OLD NATIONAL BANK S/I/I TO PRAIRIE BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Defendants 14 CH 19753 4349 SOUTH SHIELDS AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60609 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 5, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 6, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4349 SOUTH SHIELDS AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60609 Property Index No. 20-04-407-0060000.

The real estate is improved with a single family home with detached two car garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500.

Please refer to file number 9266.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF CONRAD COCHRAN, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF CONRAD COCHRAN, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF CONRAD COCHRAN, DECEASED, MADELINE COCHRAN, SOUTH COMMONS PHASE I CONDOMINIUM, WILLIAM BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF CONRAD COCHRAN, DECEASED Defendants 15 CH 07514 2941 S. Michigan Ave., Unit 209 Chicago, IL 60616 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 4, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 6, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2941 S. Michigan Ave., Unit 209, Chicago, IL 60616 Property Index No. 17-27-310-093-1018 fka 17-27-310-086.

The real estate is improved with a residential condominium.

The judgment amount was $49,500.79.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 Please refer to file number 2120-10551-ST. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

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

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 2120-10551-ST Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 15 CH 07514 TJSC#: 37-3345 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE, IN TRUST FOR REGISTERED HOLDERS OF SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2005-DO1, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-DO1 Plaintiff, -v.YIREH R. GILL, CITY OF CHICAGO, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., SOUTH COMMONS PHASE I CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 14486 2941 S. MICHIGAN AVE., UNIT 410 Chicago, IL 60616 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 30, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 7, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2941 S. MICHIGAN AVE., UNIT 410, Chicago, IL 60616 Property Index No. 17-27-310-093-1047 Vol. 513.

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $163,068.96.

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 in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 15-2551.

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

JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg. com Attorney File No. 15-2551 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 15 CH 14486 TJSC#: 37-3909 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 US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR CREDIT SUISSE FIRST BOSTON MORTGAGE SECURITIES CORP.; CSAB MORTGAGE-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2006-4 Plaintiff, vs.

LAUREN GOTTLIEB; CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A CERTAIN TRUST AGREEMENT DATED 6TH DAY OF APRIL, 2009 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 8002352908 Defendants, 16 CH 15059 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, June 29, 2017 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. 25-05-212-016-0000.

Commonly known as 8845 South Carpenter Street, Chicago, IL 60620.

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

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F17020096FT SLS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, as Trustee for Morgan Stanley Capital I Inc. Trust 2006-NC2, Mortgage PassThrough Certificates, Series 2006-NC2 Plaintiff, vs.

Arrow Financial Services LLC; Kenneth Norman; David Norman; Cecil Norman; Unknown heirs and Legatees of Cecelia Norman; William Norman; Stephen Norman; Ralph Norman; William P. Butcher; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants.

CASE NO. 15CH04891 9228 South Aberdeen Street, Chicago, Illinois 60620 Simko Calendar 58 NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given you, Unknown heirs and Legatees of Cecelia Norman and UNKNOWN OWNERS and NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled cause, that suit has been commenced against you and other defendants in the Circuit Court for the Judicial Circuit by said plaintiff praying for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT 71 IN ELMORE’S BEVERLY HILLS ADDITION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 20 IN THE SUBDIVISION OF THAT PART WESTERLY OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF THE CHICAGO ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD IN THE SOUTH 1/2 OF SECTION 5, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ALSO LOTS 1 TO 36 BOTH INCLUSIVE IN HARRY MAYER’S SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 21 IN SUBDIVISION OF THAT PART WESTERLY OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF THE CHICAGO ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD OF THE SOUTH 1 /2 OF SECTION S AFORESAID, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N.: 25-05-407-030-0000 Said property is commonly known as 9228 South Aberdeen Street, Chicago, Illinois 60620, and which said mortgage(s) was/were made by Cecelia Norman and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds as Document Number 0533335147 and for other relief; that Summons was duly issued out of the above Court against you as provided by law and that said suit is now pending.

NOW THEREFORE, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Court at Cook County on or before JULY 7, 2017 a default may be taken against you at any time after that date and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said complaint.

This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Steven C. Lindberg ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Ste 120 Naperville, IL 60563-4947 630-453-6960 | 866-402-8661 | 630-4284620 (fax) Attorney No. Cook 58852, DuPage 293191, Kane 031-26104, Peoria 1794, Winnebago 3802, IL 03126232 foreclosure@ALOLawGroup.com THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LIBERTY HOME EQUITY SOLUTIONS, INC., FORMERLY KNOWN AS GENWORTH FINANCIAL HOME EQUITY ACCESS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.GERALD P. NORDGREN, SOLELY AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF LILLIAN BLANKS A/K/A LILLIAN BANKS (DECEASED), UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF LILLIAN BLANKS A/K/A LILLIAN BANKS (DECEASED), RITA MHOON, CARLA BERRY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 1899 6934 S. NORMAL BOULEVARD Chicago, IL 60621 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 13, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 19, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: The South 16 2/3 feet of Lot 7 and the North 16 2/3 of Lot 8 in Block 3 in Becks Subdivision of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 21, Township 38 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 6934 S. NORMAL BOULEVARD, Chicago, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-21-318-028-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $239,782.97.

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 in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 16IL00061-1.

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

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 16IL00061-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 16 CH 1899 TJSC#: 37-4554 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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LEGAL NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION URBAN PARTNERSHIP BANK, AS ASSIGNEE OF THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION, AS RECEIVER FOR SHOREBANK Plaintiff, -v.- HERBERT OBAH, MAUREEN OBAH, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2013 CH 02829 4313 W. KAMMERLING ST. Chicago, IL 60651 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 22, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 5, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 6 AND THE WEST 5.5 FEET OF LOT 5 IN BLOCK 2 IN BRITTON’S SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 4313 W. KAMMERLING ST., Chicago, IL 60651 Property Index No. 16-03-224-017-0000.

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

The judgment amount was $140,480.57 for Note I and $24,023.84 for Note II. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CHUHAK & TECSON, P.C., 30 S. WACKER DRIVE, STE. 2600, CHICAGO, IL 60606, (312) 444-9300 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.

CHUHAK & TECSON, P.C. 30 S. WACKER DRIVE, STE. 2600 CHICAGO, IL 60606 (312) 444-9300 E-Mail: sshah@chuhak.com Attorney Code. 70693 Case Number: 2013 CH 02829 TJSC#: 37-4926 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 MANHATTAN BUILDING CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, AN ILLINOIS NOTFOR-PROFIT CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.BARBARA SUSMAN, ALL UNKNOWN OWNERS AND OCCUPANTS Defendants 17 CH 01760 431 S. DEARBORN STREET, UNIT 1103 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 April 4, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 26, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Unit number 1103 in the Manhattan Building Condominium as delineated on a survey of the fo llowing described real estate: Parts of certain lots in block 138 in School Section addition to Chicago, and that portion of Dearborn Street occupied by underground vaults shown on survey attached to the aforesaid Declaration, said School Section addition to Chicago in Section 16, Township 39 North, Range 14 East of the Third Principal Meridian, which survey is attached as Exhibit ‘’B’’ to the Declaration of Condominium recorded as Document Number 97-590956, together with its undivided percentage interest in the common elements in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 431 S. DEARBORN STREET, UNIT 1103, Chicago, IL 60605 Property Index No. 17-16-246-018-1084.

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $51,376.89.

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 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: KOVITZ SHIFRIN NESBIT, 175 N. ARCHER AVENUE, Mundelein, IL 60060, (847) 537-0500 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.

KOVITZ SHIFRIN NESBIT 175 N. ARCHER AVENUE Mundelein, IL 60060 (847) 537-0500 Attorney Code. 38862 Case Number: 17 CH 01760 TJSC#: 37-4761 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 BYLINE BANK F/K/A NORTH COMMUNITY BANK SUCCESSOR BY MERGER WITH METROBANK F/K/A CITZENS COMMUNITY BANK OF CHICAGO Plaintiff, -v.CARLOS MOTA, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 03128 5103 SOUTH ARCHER 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 May 22, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 27, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 6 (EXCEPT THE SOUTH 33 FEET THEREOF) IN BLOCK 13 IN ARCHER HIGHLANDS BEING H.H. WESSEL & COMPANY’S SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 EXCEPT THE WEST 20 ACRES IN SECTION 10, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 5103 SOUTH ARCHER AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60632 Property Index No. 19-10-232-001-0000.

The real estate is improved with a commercial property.

The judgment amount was $284,304.93.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance 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: LATIMER LEVAY FYOCK, LLC, 55 W MONROE SUITE 1100, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 422-8000 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.

LATIMER LEVAY FYOCK, LLC 55 W MONROE SUITE 1100 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 422-8000 E-Mail: Judicialsales@llflegal.com Attorney Code. 06204378 Case Number: 17 CH 03128 TJSC#: 37-4776 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-24 Plaintiff, -v.CARL D. BROWN, KATHERINE D. BROWN-WATTS, CAPITAL ONE BANK, ASSIGNEE OF SIGNED BANK/VIRGINIA, ERIN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS INC., VILLAGE OF MIDLOTHIAN, CITY OF CHICAGO, LEONARD E. WATTS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CARL D. BROWN, IF ANY, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF KATHERINE BROWN-WATTS, IF ANY, BANK OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 26490 5603 South Carpenter Street Chicago, IL 60621 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 11, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 23, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 47 IN BLOCK 1 IN STODDER’S SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 5603 South Carpenter Street, Chicago, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-17-211-002-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $252,407.20.

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 in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F16010230FTSVT. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F16010230FTSVT Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 58852 Case Number: 12 CH 26490 TJSC#: 37-4721 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.DARLENE SIMS, PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 025071 5435 S. DAMEN AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60609 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 2, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 21, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 34 IN BLOCK 3 IN POLLACK’S GARFIELD BOULEVARD ADDITION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 46 AND 47 IN STONE AND WHITNEY’S SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 6, AND THE NORTH 1/2 AND THE WEST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 5435 S. DAMEN AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60609 Property Index No. 20-07-424-013.

The real estate is improved with a single unit dwelling.

The judgment amount was $74,652.89.

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 in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number IL-004579.

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

WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 E-Mail: intake@wmlegal.com Attorney File No. IL-004579 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 12 CH 025071 TJSC#: 37-4662 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 Liberty Home Equity Solutions, Inc., formerly known as Genworth Financial Home Equity Access, Inc., Plaintiff, vs.

Gerald P. Nordgren, as Special Representative for Betty J. Liggins (Deceased); Kim Thompson; Donavan Stackhouse; Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Betty J. Liggins (Deceased); Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants.

16 CH 2284 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN TO YOU: Gerald P. Nordgren, as Special Representative for Betty J. Liggins (Deceased); Kim Thompson; DONAVAN STACKHOUSE; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF BETTY J. LIGGINS (DECEASED); UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: Lot 7 in William J. Wightman`s Subdivision of the West half of Block 17 (except the North 280 feet 6 inches thereof and the East 8 feet thereof) in a subdivision of that part Westerly of the right-of-way of the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad of the South half of Section 5, Township 37 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as: 9247 S. Ada Street, Chicago, IL 60620 and which said mortgage was made by, Betty J. Liggins; Mortgagor(s), to Genworth Financial Home Equity Access, Inc., formerly known as Liberty Reverse Mortgage, Inc.; Mortgagee, and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Cook County, Illinois, as Document No. 0903508473; and for other relief.

UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the Office of the Clerk of this County, 50 W. Washington, Chicago, IL 60602 on or before JUNE 30, 2017 A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT. RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff 120 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 Phone: (312) 239-3432 Fax: (312) 284-4820 Attorney No: 6238055 pleadings@rsmalaw.com File No: 16IL00080-1 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act you are advised that this firm may be deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.DANIEL L. MOORE, EARLENE MOORE, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 16546 6126 SOUTH BISHOP STREET Chicago, IL 60636 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 11, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 30, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Lot 8 in Block 10 in Belleville, said Belleville, being a Subdivision of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 17, Township 38 North, Range 14, East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 6126 SOUTH BISHOP STREET, Chicago, IL 60636 Property Index No. 20-17-318-025-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $141,957.01.

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 in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 15IL00666-1.

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

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 15IL00666-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 15 CH 16546 TJSC#: 37-4747 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.KIM LIPSCOMB, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 19180 9711 S. CHARLES STREET Chicago, IL 60643 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 2, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 22, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 32 IN 33 IN OVIATT’S SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 1 TO 17 INCLUSIVE AND 25, 26, 29 AND 30 IN BLOCK 5 IN HILLIARD AND DOBBIN’S FIRST ADDITION TO WASHINGTON HEIGHTS IN SECTIONS 7 AND 8, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 9711 S. CHARLES STREET, Chicago, IL 60643 Property Index No. 25-07-220-003-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single unit dwelling.

The judgment amount was $203,555.16.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number IL-002394.

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

WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 E-Mail: intake@wmlegal.com Attorney File No. IL-002394 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 14 CH 19180 TJSC#: 37-4686 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 NEIGHBORHOOD LENDING SERVICES, INC. Plaintiff, -v.RAMONA BURNS-KEYS AKA RAMONA KEYS AKA RAMONA BARNES, WILBUR KEYS, NEIGHBORHOOD LENDING SERVICES, INC, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 3362 1647 WEST 92ND STREET Chicago, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 1, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 20, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1647 WEST 92ND STREET, Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 25-06-410-012-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $184,359.95.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F15010204.

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

ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F15010204 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 58852 Case Number: 15 CH 3362 TJSC#: 37-4595 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE NORTHERN TRUST COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.PHILLIP L BECKHAM III, ANGELA F BECKHAM, INDIVIDUAL AND AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED 3/1/02 AND KNOWN AS THE ANGELAF BECKHAM REVOCABLE TRUST, NATIONAL CITY BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 09173 4201 S KING DR. 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 May 30, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 6, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4201 S KING DR., Chicago, IL 60653 Property Index No. 20-03-220-001-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $644,242.54.

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 in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 29 E. Madison, Ste. 950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 372-2020 Please refer to file number 16-5300-401.

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

HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 29 E. Madison, Ste. 950 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 372-2020 E-Mail: lrodriguez@hrolaw.com Attorney File No. 16-5300-401 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 14 CH 09173 TJSC#: 37-4977 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION REVERSE MORTGAGE SOLUTIONS, INC. Plaintiff, -v.O.D. WRIGHT, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 16 CH 7787 7646 S. Wood Street Chicago, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 9, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 7, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7646 S. Wood Street, Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-30-415-036-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $207,288.38.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 16IL00203-1.

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

RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 239-3432 E-Mail: il.pleadings@rsmalaw.com Attorney File No. 16IL00203-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 16 CH 7787 TJSC#: 37-4790 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.

Statebridge Company, LLC Plaintiff, vs.

Betty Louise Smith aka Betty Smith aka Betty L. Smith; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants, Case # 16CH14526 Sheriff’s # 170091 F16090156 STB 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 July 19th, 2017, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Legal Description: Common Address: 861 West 107th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60643 P.I.N: 25-17-424-022-0000 Improvements: This property consists of a Single Family Home.

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

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments.

Premise will NOT be open for inspection.

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

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22 June 7 - 13, 2017 • THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

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

Nationstar Mortgage LLC d/b/a Champion Mortgage Company Plaintiff, vs.

George Stewart aka George E. Stewart Secretary of Housing and Urban Development;; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants, Case #17CH1022 Sheriff’s # 170117 F17010095 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 June 28th, 2017, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Common Address: 9709 South Lasalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60628 P.I.N: 25-09-221-004-0000 Improvements: This property consist of a Single Family.

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

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments.

Premise will NOT be open for inspection.

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

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MYLES Eugene Myles…..Wake was held: Friday, June 02, 2017; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel Lunford Funeral: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HUDSON, JR. Joe Hudson, Jr…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Holy Temple Evangelistic COGIC, 15912 Lincoln Ave. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Interment: Mt. Glenwood South Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

COOLEY Edward Cooley…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Greater Bethel Apostolic Church, 2122 W. 79th St. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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

SMITH Michael Smith…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Holy Sanctuary Church, 1516 S. Kedzie Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Forest Home Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

GOENS Brenda Goens…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ Covenant United Church of Christ, 1130 East 154th St. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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

ALEXANDER Jesse Alexander…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ Trinity All Nations Church, 9600 S. Vincennes Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HORTON Hazel Horton…..Wake was held: Monday, June 05, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

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

KING Eleanor King…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 11:00 a.m.

– 11:30 a.m. @ Kingdom Global Outreach, 10132 S. Eggleston Funeral: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WARE Kenneth Ware…..Wake was held: Monday, June 05, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ Sheldon Heights Church of Christ, 11325 S. Halsted Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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

FOREMAN Geraldine Foreman…..Wake: Thursday, June 08, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ Trinity All Nations Church, 9600 S. Vincennes Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Evergreen Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

KNIGHTEN Charlene Knighten…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. @ St. Andrew Temple, 1743 W. Marquette Rd. Funeral: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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

OKOROCHA Lawrence Okorocha…..Wake was held: Monday, June 05, 2017; 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Interment: Tuesday, June 06, 2017; 10:00 a.m. in Nigeria Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

STEVENSON Carl Stevenson…..Wake: Thursday, June 08, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

DAVIS, SR. Johnny Davis, Sr…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 1:00 p.m.

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

JONES Eddie Jones…..Wake was held: Tuesday, June 06, 2017; 9:00 a.m.

– 10:00 a.m. @ Bethlehem Star M B Church, 9231 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Funeral: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

GAMBLE Rochelle Gamble…..Memorial was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. @ Chapel Jackson Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

NEAL Michael Neal…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 5:00 p.m.

– 7:00 p.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

CRIDER Rev. Tyrone Crider…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ House of Hope, 752 E. 114th St. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Beverly Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

YATES Stephen Yates…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 6:00 p.m.

– 7:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MILLER James Miller…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ Pleasant Green, 144 W.59th Street Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Washington Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

SMITH Earl Smith…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 2:00 p.m.

– 3:00 p.m. @ Chapel Lunford Funeral: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

JOHNSON Ollie Johnson…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Apostolic Morgan Park, 11401 S. Vincennes Ave. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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

SEDODO Patience Sedodo…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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

HUDSON, JR. Donnell Hudson, Jr…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Lilydale Progressive M.B.C., 10706 S. Michigan Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

ANDERSON Willie Anderson…..Wake was held: Saturday, June 03, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Glenwood South Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MC CAULEY Betty Mc Cauley…..Wake was held: Sunday, June 04, 2017; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

ALEXANDER Nadia Alexander…..Wake was held: Sunday, June 04, 2017; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MARTIN Elizabeth Martin…..Wake was held: Monday, June 05, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ True Vine B.C., 400 E. 111th Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

COLLINS Ronald Collins…..Wake was held: Monday, June 05, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

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

BANKS O’Neal Banks…..Wake was held: Monday, June 05, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

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

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FREEMAN Clyde Freeman…..Wake was held: Tuesday, June 06, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Abraham Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

GRANT Leathia Grant…..Wake was held: Tuesday, June 06, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Mt. Zion M.B. Church, 56 E. 46th Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HUNTER Joanne Hunter…..Wake was held: Tuesday, June 06, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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

SCOTT Melvin Scott…..Wake was held: Tuesday, June 06, 2017; 1:00 p.m.

– 1:30 p.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

CARR Carol Carr…..Wake was held: Tuesday, June 06, 2017; 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MANSFIELD Robert Mansfield…..Memorial: Thursday, June 08, 2017; 7:00 p.m.

– 8:00 p.m. @ Great Hope Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

JOHNSON Clarence Johnson…..Wake: Thursday, June 08, 2017; 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Interment: Elmhurst Cemetery, 1212 East Washington St. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

SIMS Alberta Sims…..Wake: Thursday, June 08, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ New Creation, 12900 S. Halsted Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Restvale Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

EASTERLING Zieyeal Easterling…..Wake: Thursday, June 08, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Bethlehem Star M B Church, 9231 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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

GOODMAN Tiara Goodman…..Wake: Thursday, June 08, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ First Church of Brethren, 425 S. Central Park Funeral: 11:00 a.m.

– 12:00 p.m. Interment: Glen Oak Cemetery, Hillside, IL Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

JONES, III Fred Jones, III…..Wake: Thursday, June 08, 2017; 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 4:00 p.m.

– 5:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HESTER Kenneth Hester…..Wake: Thursday, June 08, 2017; 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 6:00 p.m.

– 7:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

THOMPSON Joseph Thompson…..Wake: Thursday, June 08, 2017; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

DYE Lille Dye…..Wake: Friday, June 09, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 11:00 a.m.

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

SHEPPARD Quinnie Sheppard…..Wake: Friday, June 09, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Liberty Baptist Church, 4849 S. Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Dr. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MOSLEY Marcus Mosley…..Wake: Friday, June 09, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MC FADDEN Michael Mc Fadden…..Wake: Friday, June 09, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ Bethlehem Star M B Church, 9231 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

DAVIS Joshua Davis…..Wake: Friday, June 09, 2017; 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. @ New Cross Temple, 9100 S. Bishop Funeral: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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

LOVE Phyllis Love…..Wake: Saturday, June 10, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Believers Church, 930 Believers Way Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Homewood Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

OWUSU - YEBOAH Obe Owusu - Yeboah…..Wake: Saturday, June 10, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel King Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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

FLEMING Jonathan Fleming…..Wake: Saturday, June 10, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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

WILLIAMS Donnell Williams…..Wake: Saturday, June 10, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ Stone Temple B C, 3622 West Douglas Blvd. Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Oakridge Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

STOKES Elaine Stokes…..Wake: Saturday, June 10, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ St. John De La Salle, 10200 S. Vernon Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: St. Casimir Cemetery, Alsip Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

POWELL Carolyn Powell…..Wake: Saturday, June 10, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m.

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

PRICE - PRYOR April Price - Pryor…..Wake: Saturday, June 10, 2017; 11:00 a.m.

– 12:00 p.m. @ Bethlehem Star Church Funeral: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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CONNER Novella Conner ….. Wake was held: Saturday, June 3, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Allen Metropolitan C.M.E. Church 10946 South Lowe Avenue. Funeral was held: 11:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m.

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BUTLER James Butler..…..Wake was held: Monday, June 05, 2017; 10:00 a.m. @ Lilydale First Baptist, 649 W. 113th Street Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

CLAY Oscar Clay…..Wake: Saturday, June 10, 2017; 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Funeral: 1:30 p.m.

– 2:30 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MARTIN Melba Martin. ….. Wake was held: Tuesday, June 6, 2017; 10:00 a.m.

– 11:00 a.m. @ Taylor Funeral Home. Funeral was held: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Internment: Oak Hill Cemetery, Chicago, IL Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th.

Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300 cbtaylorfuneralhome. com

BOLTON Shirley Bolton…..Wake: Saturday, June 10, 2017; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 2:00 p.m.

– 3:00 p.m. Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

PEYTON Ernest Peyton….. Visitation was held: Tuesday, June 6, 2017; 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. @ Taylor Funeral Home. Cremation. Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300 cbtaylorfuneralhome.com

TATE, JR. Ulysses G. Tate, Jr..…..Wake: Friday, June 09, 2017; 10:00 a.m. @ Orleans Baptist Church, 9108 S. Cottage Grove Funeral: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Abraham Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

SMITH Roy Smith ….. Wake will be held: Wednesday, June 7, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Emmanuel Baptist Church 8301 South Damen Avenue. Funeral was held: 11:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m.

Internment: Mount Hope Cemetery, Chicago, IL Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300 cbtaylorfuneralhome.com

MCDOWELL Kenneth McDowell..…..Wake: Saturday, June 10, 2017; 11:00 a.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

ALEXANDER Patricia Alexander…..Memorial: Tuesday, June 13, 2017; 6:00 p.m.

– 7:30 p.m. @ Chapel Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HOY Leon Hoy…..Wake: Friday, June 16, 2017; 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. @ Chapel Funeral: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

TAYLOR

Funeral Home MEADERDS Charles Meaderds….. Visitation was held: Friday, June 2, 2017; 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. @ Taylor Funeral Home. Cremation. Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300 cbtaylorfuneralhome.com MOORE Edward Moore ….. Wake was held: Friday, June 2, 2017; 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. @ Taylor Funeral Home, Ltd. Funeral was held: 5:00 p.m.

– 6:00 p.m.

Internment: Mount Hope Cemetery Monday, June 5, 2017, 10:00 a.m. Chicago, IL. Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th.

Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300 cbtaylorfuneralhome. com

IRVIN Valerie Irvin. ….. Wake will be held: Monday, June 12, 2017; 11:00 a.m.

– 12:00 p.m. @ Taylor Funeral Home. Funeral will be held: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Internment: Mount Hope Cemetery. Arrangements Entrusted To: Taylor Funeral Home, 63 East 79th. Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488.7300 cbtaylorfuneralhome.com

ABRAMS Raymond L. Abrams..…..Wake: Wednesday, June 07, 2017; 11:00 a.m. @ St. Peters Word Church, 6359 S. Eberhart Funeral: 12:00 p.m. Interment: Abraham Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

MORRISON Annie B. Morrison..…..Wake: Saturday, June 10, 2017; 9:00 a.m. @ Chatham Avalon Church of Christ, 8601 South State Funeral: 10:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home Inc., 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

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