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The Chuy Factor: PRO

The Chuy Factor: CON

By Robert T. Starks

By Maze Jackson

“I propose a complete overhauling of the way the city budgets and spends – one designed to free our government from the current administration’s addiction to irresponsible borrowing and budgeting.”

Jesus “Chuy” Garcia.

Incumbent Mayor Rahm Emanuel and mayoral hopeful Jesus “Chuy” Garcia are each hoping to have the necessary Black voters on election day, April 7, to take them to victory. Neither can win without a substantial increase in the number of Black votes they received in the primary election on February 24. Their fate also depends on increases in the number of progressive white and undecided voters. A recent poll showed Emanuel with 51 percent of voters likely to vote for him, Chuy Garcia at 37 percent and 11 percent undecided.

Thus Garcia’s campaign has launched an aggressive person-to-person ground offensive. The major message being carried by this army of foot soldiers is a five-point platform that his team has determined is key to gaining support in the vital demographic areas that will lead him to victory.

ON CRIME – Garcia is committed to hiring 1,000 new police officers and implementing a real community-policing program.

His supporters and potential supporters in the Black community welcome a commitment to reducing crime and especially a program that will make real a decades-old promise. This is especially important in Black communities that experience increasing numbers of Blacks males being killed by police and the skyrocketing amounts of taxpayers’ dollars being paid to the families of victims.

AN ELECTED SCHOOL BOARD – Garcia advocates an elected school board so that citizens can participate in how schools operate and educate children. The elected school board non-binding referendum that was on the February 24 ballot in 37 wards throughout the city gained more than 80 percent approval. The school closing issue remains a hot button in the Black community and one of the main reasons for the massive defection of Black voters from Emanuel in the February election. Thus, boosted by the support of Karen Lewis and the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU), the Garcia campaign feels strongly that he and Blacks are on the same page.

ABOUT RED LIGHT CAMERAS – The speed and red light cameras issue was hotly debated in the run-up to the February election and has continued since. Garcia wants to abolish red light and speed cameras that he says fail to make streets safer and mostly serve as a revenue stream that preys on poor and inner city residents. Garcia has said that if he is elected, he will remove all of them. Emanuel has since announced he is removing 50 cameras from 25 sites throughout the city. Garcia says that the Mayor’s removal of 50 cameras is “too little and too late”! He feels that this is a winning issue among voters in all sections of the city.

ON MINIMUM WAGE – Garcia supports a $15 an hour living wage for workers versus Emanuel’s passed legislation that will raise the minimum wage in the city to $13 an hour in 2019, which Garcia contends is too far away to benefit most workers who are now desperate for a needed pay raise. Many Garcia supporters agree and believe that by 2019 the cost of living and inflation may have increased to exceed the benefits of a $13 minimum wage rate and a $15 an hour rate may be barely enough to keep up with inflation.

ABOUT PENSIONS – Garcia pledges to protect the pensions and health benefits of municipal employees. He has accused Emanuel of slashing workers’ pensions and health benefits. Garcia has assembled a panel of economic and financial experts who are in the process of studying all of the budgetary and financial issues. Last week, he unveiled a report called Towards Fiscal

With just under three weeks until the run-off election, Chicago’s Black community is faced with making the choice between Mayor Rahm Emanuel, who has been forced into the first ever run-off election in Chicago’s history ort Jesus “Chuy” Garcia, the activist and Cook County Commissioner.

Many the would acknowledge that Mayor Emanuel suffers from a likeability issue in the Black community, but is a national player that has brought international spotlight to the city, and attracted business and jobs to the city. Conversely, Jesus “Chuy” Garcia was virtually unknown to the Black community six months ago, but has risen to international notoriety by forcing one of the world’s most formidable politicians into a runoff that no one outside of Chicago could have ever imagined possible. Mr. Garcia is relying heavily upon his connections to the Harold Washington legacy to garner the much-needed support from the Black community if he is to be successful.

Candidates, analysts, and pundits all agree that the Black vote is crucial to the success of either candidate hoping to occupy the 5th Floor. For the Black community this vote is crucial because it could very well chart the course of Black political empowerment in the city of Chicago for decades to come.

The US Census Bureau already reports that the Latino population has surpassed the African-American population in Chicago and is projected to continue growing at a steady rate, while the Black population in Chicago will continue to decline.

These factors put Chicago’s Black community at risk of losing political capital and power in a city, where in spite of its population, the Black community has only been able to elect one Mayor of it’s own, Mayor Harold Washington, whose endorsement Mr. Garcia is claiming post mortem.

As the Black community moves to make this momentous decision in less than three weeks, it is important to examine some of Mr. Garcia’s history with the Black community.

In 1980’s, Mr. Garcia was elected Chicago Alderman with the support of Mayor Harold Washington. When Mayor Washington died, Mr. Garcia joined with the Progressive Caucus of Chicago City Council. That same Progressive Caucus eventually attempted a coup of Mayor Sawyer and nominated Ald. Tim Evans. Mr. Garcia sided with the Progressive Caucus, which eventually fractured the Black political unity that had been created under Mayor Washington. That fracture lead to the “Black political disunity that has lasted over thirty years,” said noted Black activist Dr. Conrad Worrill. That rift is also what allowed for the election of Mayor Richard M. Daley and the creation of the non-partisan election, which diminished the influence of the Black vote in primary elections, rendering the Black community unable to elect another Black Mayor to this day.

Mr. Garcia also served as an Illinois State Senator in Springfield, IL. During that time, the Latino community only had two State Senators, so they were welcomed to join the Black Caucus as a sign of Black/Brown Solidarity. During this same period the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus launched a variety of initiatives and programs that benefitted both the Black and Brown communities, culminating with the creation of the African-American Family Commission. Soon after, as the Latino representation in Springfield increased, Mr. Garcia left the Black Caucus to form the Latino Caucus and the Latino Family Commission. Since that time, the Black and Latino Caucuses and Family Commissions have been competing for resources not collaborating. Additionally since that time, the Latino community has received over $100 million dollars from Springfield to build new schools in their communities, while 50 Chicago Public Schools were closed in predominately Black communities

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Chicago’s Society of Mannequins Rocks 2015 Fashion Trends

By Eleana Elan Seventy-four years ago, The Society of Mannequin’s parent organization, the Association of Mannequins, was formed as an organization to assist Black women who wanted to break into the fields of fashion and modeling. They chose to draw attention to elegant, well groomed and accomplished Black women by announcing and publicizing in Chicago’s Black and White press those women selected each year as the “Ten Best Dressed Black Women of Chicago.”

This year, the Society kicked off Women’s History Month with its annual luncheon honoring “The Ten Best Dressed African-American Women of Chicago and the Woman of the Year.” Living up to its reputation as one of the most anticipated, glamorous affairs of the year, the attendees came dressed to the “nines.” The afternoon’s ambience was filled with good food, great spirits, grand entertainment and a glamorous fashion show entitled “Rockin’ The Fashion Trends of 2015.”

This Society of Mannequins was formed in 2000 under the leadership of Lee L. Brown to continue and expand the vision of the parent organization which was formed by Emma Beck in 1939 to bolster the spirits of Negro women who aspired to be models. Since then, the Society of Mannequins has grown considerably under Brown’s leadership and the members of the Governing Board, including Cecellia M. Smith, Cheryl Marshall Washington, Janet Blake-Greene, Lucille Banks-Jefferson, Valerie Davis, Leotine Brown and Rev. Gloria Randolph.

As a not-for-profit organization established to continue the vision of the Association of Mannequins, the Society’s mission is to award scholarships to needy and talented African-American students and to recognize and honor impeccably groomed African-American women who serve as exemplary role models and outstanding leaders in their fields and communities. Though the organization is centered on fashion, its achievements and sense of community service are far more important than the sense of style or fashion. “We continue to look for and recruit African-American women in Chicago who are best dressed, socially groomed and possess a wonderful disposition,” said Brown.

Following the huge footprint of founder Vivian Hieber, along with her co-founders Dr. Bernice Miller, June Robinson, the late Mary Futrell,

Society of Mannerquin Group Photo: Carolyn Griffin Plmer. Robin Robinson, Rev. Gloria Randolph and the members of the Society of Mannequins Trophy Board Photo By: Benard Williams the late Mildred Cottrell, Catherine Beck and the late Emma Beck, the final president of the Association of Mannequins, is no small effort.

The Society’s founders chose and brought together women of a certain caliber to inspire each other and the community, to highlight their achievements and, most importantly, to raise scholarship money for Black students attending the School of the Art Institute. Almost all of the original Mannequins have passed away, but their legacy lives on and has evolved over time.

Unfortunately, American society often dismisses the beauty of Black women. So try to visualize the era during which the Association of Mannequins was founded. These women were pioneers when most Black Americans in the 1930’s struggled to put together their Sunday best, which is why selecting the ten best-dressed Colored women in

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1939 was not exactly as the name implied.

“Because we didn’t have much money to buy the things we wanted,” Catherine Beck explains why being “well-groomed” was a more accurate standard. Catherine’s older sister, Emma Beck, was one of the founders of the Association of Mannequins, which for 60 years selected Chicago’s Ten Best Dressed then held a luncheon and fashion show where those selected ladies served as the models.

“They organized the Association of Mannequins, because they wanted to have places to model, just like the others. They didn’t have that opportunity at that time,” Beck said.

Though the opportunities have increased, they are still far from what they should be. But the founding members desired to promote their luncheon and fashion show public-

ly and have their modeling photos published in the paper in hopes of breaking the color barrier for actual modeling jobs.

The selection of what was then the “Ten Best Dressed Colored Women” of Chicago became an event to look forward to in the community as a result of celebrity power which put them in the spotlight.

There was stage and screen star Etta Moten, the first Black actress to star in a motion picture in a non-servant role (Flying Down to Rio, 1933), who became a member of the Trophy Board (this involves being selected three consecutive years as one of the Ten Best Dressed). Moten’s membership attracted an avalanche of applications. And then there was Marva Louis, boxing great Joe Louis’ wife. The two of them really raised the status of the organization.

Today’s women have wealth and the choice to buy high fashion,

brand names and travel wherever they want to go. So the Society has evolved to focus on more than just fashion. Women have to be accomplished and possess more than a high fashion sense. Women who become a Mannequin today need to have contributed to others, especially those who are less fortunate.

The Society of Mannequins highlights the charitable efforts of a few good women once a year. In the last ten years, an estimated $50,000 has been given to African-American students for college. The Mannequins supports each scholar through graduation, as long as the student maintains good grades.

The fashion show is extremely entertaining shows as it celebrates African-American women and all that they have overcome, all that they have done and all that they will do while doing it with style. www.chicagodefender.com

LOCAL NEWS Defender Community Calendar, March – April 2015 SAVE THE DATE!!!! Parent Power Chicago invites you to its SUMMER PROGRAM FAIR hosted at Navy Pier Saturday April 11, 2015. For more information go to www. parentpowerchicago.org/ NOW

“Two Trains Running” by August Wilson, directed by Chuck Smith at Goodman Theatre. The civil rights movement is sweeping across Pittsburgh in 1969, but the promise of a better tomorrow hasn’t quite reached the customers at Memphis’ diner. In one of his most affecting plays, August Wilson explores a time of extraordinary change – and the ordinary people who get left behind. Tickets start at $25. Call (312) 443-3800 (Groups of 10+ only (312) 443-3820) or go to GoodmanTheatre. org/TwoTrains.

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Steppenwolf’s NOW – May 10th Marie Antoinette by David Adjmi, directed by Robert O’Hara presents an interesting twist.

Marie Antoinette is played by a Black actress in David Adjmi’s contemporary take on the young queen of France. Marie is a confection created by a society that values extravagance and artifice.

But France’s love affair with the royals sours as revolution brews, and for Marie, the political suddenly becomes very personal. For tickets, go online to http:// www.steppenwolf.org/Plays-Events/ productions/index.aspx?id=624.

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The Original 40 Club Celebrates 100 Years

By Mary L. Datcher DEFENDER STAFF REPORTER

A very good looking crowd of beautiful Black people filled the room of the upscale Montgomery Club last Saturday evening as one of the oldest and most distinguished private African American men’s social clubs celebrated its 100th anniversary.

Over the years, The Original 40 Club has boasted members such as Democratic Congressman Bobby Rush, Illinois Senate Democratic Leader Emil Jones Jr., real-estate giant and author Dempsey Travis, Cook County Board President John H. Stroger, Ebony magazine founder and publisher John H. Johnson, Chief Cook County Circuit Judge Timothy C. Evans and Chicago Defender founder and original founding club member, Robert S. Abbott.

The club’s membership continues in its tradition with a group of successful judges, doctors, attorneys, corporate executives, business owners and a former U.S. Senator

Cosmopolitan Chamber of Commerce (CCC) will host the 20th annual “Project Awareness Minority and Women Business Enterprise Procurement Conference” from 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Chicago State University, 9500 S. King Drive, Chicago. Project Awareness is designed to expose and inform minority and women-owned business enterprises of upcoming projects in the private and public sector. For more information, call (312) 499-0611 or visit www.cosmococ.org.

Africans and African Americans. “An Intimate Conversation,” with Executive Producer Isaiah Washington will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 19 at the Southside Community Arts Center, 3831 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. There’s limited seating, reservations required, call (773) 373-1026. The film will premiere at DuSable Museum, 740 East 56th Place, Chicago, from 7 – 9 p.m. Friday, March 20. Admission is $10 per person. Tickets can be purchased at http:// www.eventbrite.com/e/bound-africans-vs-african-americans-with-actorproducer-isaiah-washington-tickets-15790757581.

BOUND: African versus African Americans (AVAA) is a hard-hitting documentary that addresses the little known tension that exists between

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as the club still maintains exclusive membership to an intimate group of men. They meet once a month as a group consistently to discuss various concerns and organizing ways of contributing to the community to assist great causes. The members’ wives play a major role as they support their husbands’ endeavors as well as networking and strengthening relationships with each other. Without the formalities, sometimes it’s as simple as coming together to play cards, share a drink, play golf or have dinner parties.

President of The Original 40 Club, Todd Brown, explains, “The Original 40 Club gives me the opportunity to fellowship with a group of very successful men whom I might otherwise have never gotten to know. It is truly special to have frank, stimulating conversations with guys who are movers and shakers in politics, law, business, medicine and education. Importantly they also happen to be a fun group who will always keep you honest and humble.” Each person must be invited by a current member and have similar common interests to be considered to join the club.

The theme of this year’s centennial celebration, “40 Rocks 100,” was a defining moment as the club presented an elegant dinner program, acknowledging the organization’s history and newly elected members. There wasn’t a dull moment as the talented Gentlemen of Leisure Band provided the soundtrack for the gala, followed by a fun and festive masquerade after- party as members and their guests danced the night away.

In a city where society clubs have become a mainstay among many people from various backgrounds, businessman David A. LeRoy, one of the younger club members, explains why the 40 Club is special to him.

“The 40 Club allows me to fellowship with other African American men. We have all been through trials and victories. We can come together and share those experiences. There is a unique mix of men between the ages of 38 to 82 where we meet once a month. The camaraderie is priceless and the opportunities to network with men who share similar values and goals cannot be matched.”

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

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By Kai EL’Zabar

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OOOh what a horrid web politics can weave. And as we have witnessed, it often brings out the worst in human beings, rather than the compassion and empathy for others it is meant to inspire. The desire for money and power has been the guiding force driving men to cheat, steal, destroy and kill with racism as a catalyst. We have seen how the Republicans behave badly seeking to stop President Barack Obama at every step he takes to advance society. We heard them declare that it was their goal to see that he fails.

So why were we surprised when

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most recently they invited the Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu to address the U.S. Congress?

They permitted Netanyahu to present his position on plans for Iran knowing that it was not in line with President Obama’s or the other world leaders’ plans with whom he was meeting the same week. They stood in applause at least three times during the Israeli leader’s speech exposing their treachery against the President. And if that were not enough, they sent an unprecedented open letter to Iran’s leaders warning of the limits of a nu-

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clear deal with the Obama administration. It said that an agreement between the U.S. and Iran not ratified

by Congress should be considered an executive action any future president could revoke. What ass holes!

Do the Republicans hate Obama so much that they’d put America in harm’s way? The potential is there.

I’m asking you, am I the only one who heard the message in the Godfather? “You don’t break with the family in front of outsiders.”

And to think that the Republicans would dare open up the Hillary Clinton use of personal emails while serving as Secretary of State when former Secretary of State Colin Powell, who is a Republican, admitted that he used a private email account for public business. Powell’s announcement should have certainly amounted to a death blow for Republicans who are trying to build a scandal out of Hillary Clinton’s emails. However, that did not deter them from continuing to raise the issue on every news talk show and beyond. Furthermore there’s quite a list of Republican would-be presidents who have also used their private emails while holding government office. They include: • Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker (R): Though he called Clinton’s use of a private email address an “outrage,” Walker is at the center of a Wisconsin controversy surrounding his use of a private email address.

• F lorida Sen. Marco Rubio (R): The Republican lawmaker deleted emails from his private account during his tenure in state government, despite using his personal account to conduct business related to his official duties.

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•N ew Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R): Nearly a year before rev-

elations that former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton used her personal email account for official business, the Christie administration was chastised because members of its own staff communicated through private emails.

• F ormer Texas Gov. Rick Perry (R) and Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal (R): Both Republican governors conducted official business from their private email accounts and have not released the emails for public scrutiny.

And finally news that House of Representatives Republicans have exempted themselves from the same standard that they are trying to hold Hillary Clinton to has pushed this story from being ridiculous to being absurd.

How can anyone take the Republican fiasco over Clinton’s emails seriously when they’ve taken steps to exempt themselves from having to save any of their own government emails? If there is one thing that Americans have learned since Republicans took control of the House, it is that they should never be trusted. The Republican hypocrisy is par for the course for the party of “do as I say, not as I do.”

Just to be clear about this, legitimate questions have been raised that deserve answers. But the Republicans’ hypocrisy matters.

And now there’s rumor that Obama senior adviser Valerie Jarrett leaked the details of Hillary Clinton’s use of a private e-mail address during her time as secretary of state but did so through people outside the administration, so the story couldn’t be traced to her or the White House. It is rumored that the alleged sabotage is part of an ongoing feud between the two Democratic powerhouses. Really?

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Col. (Ret.) Eugene F. Scott (Publisher) 2000 – 2003 David M. Milliner (Publisher) 2003 – 2004 Michael A. House (Publisher) 2008 – 2013

1. Prejudice and racism in all of its forms must be eliminated and destroyed.

2. Racial profiling and police brutality must be removed from police practices.

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

4. Opportunities for inclusion and advancement in all unions must be unrestricted.

5. F ull access to government contracts for all.

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

7. I ncrease access and availability for quality, affordable housing for all.

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

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OPINION

Chuy win over Rahm still debatable

By Monroe Anderson Defender Columnist

Jesus “Chuy” Garcia had to do just one thing during Monday night’s first mayoral debate: Channel his inner Harold Washington to show Rahm Emanuel and the rest of Chicago who was the boss.

Mission unaccomplished.

Garcia came off as the man who would be mayor. Emanuel came off as the mayor.

In a testy verbal battle between Commissioner Congeniallity and Mayor Meany, both men made valiant efforts to go against type.

It was obvious that Emanuel was working hard at being more likeable.

It was just as apparent that Garcia was attempting to be No Mas Mr. Nice Guy. At the same time, each man was out to typecast the other.

Without name calling, Garcia, the community organizer, reminded voters why there is a book out there entitled, Mayor 1% Percent.

“Chicagoans need to know that this mayor has provided corporate welfare to his cronies, millionaires and billionaires in Illinois in terms of tax increment financing and that he promised four years ago to put Chicago’s fiscal house in order,” Garcia said. “We’re in a financial free fall. The city has been downgraded, three of its agencies over the past two weeks, to near junk bond status.”

Cook County Commissioner Garcia charged that while “trying to talk in a sophisticated way,” the mayor wasn’t saying anything that would help any Chicagoan who wasn’t physically or professionally in the Loop.

Mayor Emanuel, chum to the corporations, was far smoother than

jerk, he’s our jerk who appears to be working. An Ogden and Fry poll on Saturday showed Emanuel at 47.1 percent, compared to Garcia’s 37.6 percent. A newspaper poll released the day before reported Emanuel at 51 percent and Garcia at 37 percent with 11 percent undecided.

In order for the mayor to win another term, all that may be required for the next 20 days is for him to keep up the attack ads while playing nice. Saturday’s endorsement Monroe Anderson by the powerful Service Employees Garcia but just as combative while International Union should deliver sticking to the story in his TV attack Garcia more money and an army ads charging that his runoff chal- of campaign workers, but he’ll still lenger is all Windy City planner with have to throw more elbows.

The mayoral challenger needs no specifics on how he intended to to rally the old Harold Washington get things done.

The mayor even threw in a short coalition of Blacks, Hispanics and lecture. “The difference between progressive whites. But more than being a legislator,” said Rahm, once anything else, Garcia will need to get a Congressman, to Chuy, once a out the Black vote.

To do that, he needs to hold state senator, is “you pass a bill.

When you’re the mayor, you have to news conferences in front of one or two of the 50 closed neighborhood pay the bills.”

Throughout the hour-long de- schools. While at one of them he bate, the mayor stuck it to Garcia needs to point out that Emanuel’s for not being specific while glued closing of the six mental health clinto talking points that sounded more ics was just one more blow to the specific than they actually were. same low-income neighborhoods Neither candidate has presented a impacted by the school closings. He scenario that would hoist Chicago needs to talk about how, as with the out of the deep financial hole that 20 parking meters under Daley, Emanplus years of Mayor Richard M. Da- uel has privatized the CTA fare sysley dug for the city. Garcia wouldn’t tem, thus killing another of the city’s say whether he will or will not raise geese that should lay the taxpayers property taxes. Emanuel, who once golden eggs.

Garcia needs to emphasize and said that property taxes were the last resort, now says they’re off the re-emphasize that unlike Mayor Washington, Mayor Emanuel has table.

The mayor has let his $15 million not been fairer than fair while wavwar chest do the talking. A constant ing the Chicago Sun-Times report barrage of TV ads telling Chicago- that whites continue to dominate ans that Garcia hasn’t a clue with the city’s highest paying jobs at City the mayor in a Mr. Rogers sweater Hall and throughout city governexplaining that while he may be a ment. Among Chicago’s 32,500 city

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These are the specifics Garcia should be addressing, not suggest-

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TAKING CARE OF THEIR OWN

By Chicago Defender Staff

State Senators Jacqueline Y. Collins (D-Chicago 16th) and Emil Jones, III (D-Chicago 14th) honored the players of the Jackie Robinson West Little League baseball team yesterday, joining with local business owners and other community leaders to present them with reproductions of a baseball-themed painting by Annie Lee, a noted Af-

rican-American artist with Chicago ties who passed away late last year.

The team has undergone the scrutiny of controversy a as a result of the scandal that stripped them of their championship. Though no fault of their own because of the oor choices their coaches made what they worked hard for and won was taken from them. However the experience of team work and the exhilaration of winning, the public

support, all of the accolades they received and the people they met are experiences that can’t be taken away.

“Playing the game they love in the national spotlight, these young men showcased not only their athletic abilities, but their sportsmanship, class and grace under pressure,” Collins said. “I’m proud to see a community come together to honor our youth for their accomplishments.”

“Far too often, young black men in our community are negatively labeled and don’t receive any sort admiration for their achievements,” Jones said. “It’s an honor and privilege to recognize these young men not only for their athletic ability, but also their ability to unite a city. Our city was blessed to witness a historical event that will never be forgotten.”

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owner of The Woodshop, a major dealer of African, African-American and Caribbean art, presented each player with a reproduction of “Full Count 3 and 2.” The Annie Lee painting depicts a young boy pitching in a sandlot baseball game.

Collins and State Representative Monique Davis (D-Chicago 27th) have introduced resolutions calling on Little League International to rescind its decision to strip Jackie Robinson West of the national title it earned last year. Collins, Jones and others have stood with the players of JRW, who have inspired young people, particularly youth of color, throughout the United States and continue to represent Chicago with pride and dignity.

Other sponsors of Sunday’s event included The Woodshop, Larry Huggins, Stanley Rakestraw, Everett Rand, Timothy Rand and Community Assistance Programs.

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The Chuy Factor: Pro from Page 2 ­Sustainability: a New Approach in Prudent Fiscal Management of Chicago. In this report, he promises to issue a comprehensive plan to tackle the fiscal problems of the city from pensions to Tax Increment Financing (TIFs). This report clearly outlines the basis of the problems and the wrong approaches to its solutions that have plagued the city for more than 25 years.

Political observers are predicting a larger runoff election turnout, perhaps as high as a 20% increase over the February 24 results The Garcia campaign has structured its strategy towards this end. They are now in the GET OUT THE VOTE MODE! This promises to be one of the most watched elections since the Harold Washington victory of 1983.

The Chuy Factor: Con from Page 2 According to the City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services, Blacks accounted for 12% of minority spending while Latinos accounted for 13% of the City’s spending. While those numbers seem relatively fair, the Black community must also consider how quickly the Latino community has been able to surpass Blacks in a program that was initially created to ensure that Blacks succeeded.

Since the late 90’s the Latino participation in the MBE program has grown exponentially, while Black participation seemingly shrinks annually. Many people in the Black business and civic communities are already concerned that Black participation will reach historic lows if Mr. Garcia is elected. Garcia has already received hammered

by Black activists for the limited number of Blacks on his campaign staff, and many expect more of from a Garcia administration.

On April 7, 2015 the Black Community of Chicago will not only decide the fate of Jesus “Chuy” Garcia and Mayor Rahm Emanuel, it will also determine the future of Black people in Chicago, for better or for worse. Mr. Garcia has just three weeks to bridge a gap that has been ever widening between Blacks and Latinos in Chicago since Harold Washington died.

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Black students in higher education

By Robert T. Starks “Every Student Deserves Access to a Quality, Affordable Education” President Barack Obama Students and parents across the country have all applauded President Barack Obama’s recent declarations of support for affordable college and university tuition. Inspired by the examples of the State of Tennessee and the City of Chicago, Obama announced his proposal for free and universal community college education in January. This proposal would cover 9 million or more people regardless of age. All would be eligible as long as they maintain a 2.5 GPA and attend school at least half time. The federal government would pick up 80 percent of the cost and the states would cover the remaining 20 percent.

The estimated cost of this program to the federal government is $6 billion a year.

Given the fact that American students graduate from college burdened with an average of $25,000 in debt primarily caused by escalating tuition costs, total tuition loan debt in 2015 totals more than $1 trillion. This total debt is expected to increase throughout the decade. This increasingly heavy financial outlay places an unbearable burden on Black students and their families. Thus, the Black community welcomes President www.chicagodefender.com

Obama’s STUDENT AID BILL OF RIGHTS which includes the following: EVERY STUDENT IN AMERICA SHOULD •Have access to a high-quality, affordable higher education.

•Be able to easily find the resources they need to pay for college.

•Be able to choose an affordable repayment plan for student loans.

•Receive quality customer service, reliable information and fair treatment when repaying loans.

GOOD NEWS FOR BLACK STUDENTS This is good news for all students and is especially good news for Black students if and when the essence of this STUDENT AID BILL OF RIGHTS is enacted into law and matched with adequate funding. However, as with the free community college proposal, congressmen and state officials have already begun questioning the costs of these proposals and stating doubts about legislative support. In fact, some Republican legislators at the state and federal levels have predicted that these proposals would suffer the same bad PR fate as Obamacare.

Additionally, Black students, especially Black males are less likely to matriculate through college and graduate within the traditional four years. Too many Black males average six years or more to graduate. In fact, in the 106 Historically Black Colleges and Universities, some 30 percent graduated in six years and 37.5 percent of Black students in all U. S. colleges.

Further, more than half of those who are graduating in six years or more are Black males. While it is estimated that there are over 2 million Black male college graduates and an estimated 1 million enrolled in colleges, Black females now outnumber Black males in colleges and universities nationally. This dire statistic reflects that fact that the missing additional 1.5 million Black male students who should be in college are now in jails and prisons.

Clearly, one of the major reasons for the lag in Black male matriculation is cost. However, we cannot overlook the other factors that predict this lagging behavior. These factors include a 59% high school graduation rate, 15 percent suspension rate, more than 33.5 percent Black family poverty rate and inner city schools that graduate Black males from high schools with less than eighth grade reading scores. Thus, in order to increase the number of Black males in postsecondary educational institutions and eliminating the persistent six plus years graduation rates, we must begin making some significant improvements in education at the elementary and secondary levels.

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Black women rock in the kitchen

By Mary L. Datcher

DEFENDER STAFF REPORTER

Since the days of enslavement, Black women have managed the kitchen, running a tight household that included meal preparation, instructing and training other kitchen helpers and making sure the rest of the household was run with impeccable efficiency. Many women preserved and passed down the flavors and traditions from their ancestors and built a blueprint for traditional American and Southern cuisine as we know it today.

Fast forward to today’s Black women are choosing careers in the culinary field -- by choice and educated to expand their knowledge and palette to succeed. They’ve moved a long way from how African-American women were seen as it relates to cooking.

Some of these shining stars are exemplary role models of the many talents that are brought to the forefront by Chicago’s Black female chefs today.

Chef Nichelle Benford is the owner and executive chef of her company, Dream Chef.

The Chicago native is a former model and corporate executive who has a passion for cooking. After a few years of working in corporate America, she felt her time was not her own. Taking a leap of faith, she resigned from her job and went to culinary school to earn her degree.

She started to work in different areas of the business, taking on various jobs at restaurants such as working from the kitchen to understanding the management of running a restaurant. “I’ve always wanted to be my own boss and own a company. I figured food was the best way to do this,” said Benford.

Dream Chef has become a solid fixture on social media, building a following on Facebook and Instagram. “It’s really who you know; I try to network with everyone. No matter where I am, I tell people what I offer,” she explains.

What she offers is a unique flair of what she describes as “comfort luxury food.” This style focuses on familiar comfort food with a healthy twist that includes fresh ingredients. While building her company through catering high profile events and launching a fast growing delivery service, as an entrepreneur she still faces certain challenges. The fluctuating costs of food, the economy and catering to a solid clientele are among some of the challenges of running a business.

“The biggest challenge is just staying focused when things are slow, to continue to grind and hustle without being discouraged.

Keeping good people around you as well as having positive role models is also important. It can be someone that I may not know, but if I see them on social media, sometimes their journey inspires me.”

In 2006, a young woman from the South Side of Chicago auditioned for the popular television show, Hell’s Kitchen hosted by

Chef Nichelle Benford

Chef Jennifer Gavin

world renowned executive chef, Gordon Ramsey. Chef Jennifer Gavin secured a slot as a contestant and became the third runner-up in the overall competition. Although she didn’t win in Season 4, her life has never been the same.

A graduate of St. Sabina and Morgan Park Academy, Gavin when on to attend Kendall Culinary School and after graduating, decided to travel abroad. She studied her craft in Belgium and France, polishing her culinary skills, learning and cooking among some of the best culinary talent in the world.

“I’ve always known I’ve had a passion at an early age for cooking. I would watch Julia Childs when I was about eight years old and get into trouble using up my mom’s ingredients. We would play little cooking games, like ‘ready, set, cook,’” said Gavin.

Later, Gavin relocated to Atlanta where she took a position as a garde marche chef for a company handling ice carvings and various food sculptures. From there she became a contestant for Hell’s Kitchen where the experience was special for her. With the grueling demands of Chef Ramsey on the show, it was more about endurance and instructional challenges.

“It showed how much you can take from Chef Ramsey and how much you can cope in that type of environment. In the end, I’m from Chicago so I have tough skin. We’re not pushovers and it was kind of hard to succumb to that, even though I had strong cooking skills on the show.”

Over the years, Gavin has been traveling around the world with some of the biggest names in the music world as the executive chef for a concert catering company. Some of her clients have included Paul McCartney, Lady Gaga, Usher, R.Kelly, American Idol and One Direction.

One of her current roles is working with the Goddess Restaurant Group as an executive chef for the Goddess and Grocer stores in Chicago. “That’s been fun. We’re really trying to invent the wheel and take over the Chicago food scene,” said Gavin.

As an African-American female chef meeting the adversities of the industry, she feels the best way to deal with the challenges is to lead by example. Working with young women in the kitchen, she shares with them solid advice. She explains, “One of the

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Chef Erika-Thomas Durham

Chef Rain Truth

things that I stress to them is that being a feeble woman in the kitchen just doesn’t work. I try to teach them independence and to be strong.”

Most of us who love cooking have found that it began at a young age. Chef Erika-Thomas Durham loved o cook as soon as she would get home from school. It was fun and she considered it a hobby at the time.

Born in St. Louis, Missouri, her family moved to Chicago when she was 13 years old. After attending Whitney Young High School, she later graduated from what is now considered Cordon Bleu Culinary School.

Now, she wears the hat of executive chef for one of the biggest kitchen operations in Chicago -- the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Conference Center. Everyday, she prepares global infused dishes that serve her international clientele visiting here and from other countries. Some chefs have a particular specialty or signature dish; however, Chef Durham doesn’t like to box herself in with a particular cuisine.

“Because I work in the conference center, we deal with people that come from all over the globe. I have the opportunity to prepare a lot of different foods. To show respect to different cultures and express my interpretation of what their traditions may be. I like all types of ethnic cultures,” she said.

Being a veteran working in a tough, male dominated industry, she’s had to face some difficult hurdles. But with perseverance and skill, she has carved a solid place as a leading chef. Durham explains, “You have to let your colleagues know that you ought to be taken seriously. When I first started out, it was a challenge because I had a lot of situations where my bosses looked at me as a woman that they could have a relationship with – not a ‘working’ relationship with.’”

In order to prepare young, aspiring student chefs for the culinary world, Dunham works with the NAACP Act-So program. Her group of students competed the first two years of attending the national cooking competition with the first year earning a gold medal and following up with a silver medal the second year. What advice does she share with the next generation of potential chefs?

“Just remain steadfast in your goals if this is something that you want to do. It’s fun, but it’s very hard work. There will be people who at are going to tear you down, but you can’t let them -- remain calm. There is no limit in what you can do,” said Durham.

Chef Rain Truth has taken on the mission to dispel the stereotypical myths of what vegan means. Owner and executive chef of her company, The Cultured Vegan, she stopped eating meat as a connection to her love of animals when she was a child.

Discovering the insides of a chicken drumstick immediately turned her away from eating meat and gradually over the years she became vegan -- no consumption of meat or diary products.

Being influenced by her grandparents, she credits her love of cooking to them and her father. “I love being around my elders, especially my grandparents. I was very close to them. While other kids were outside playing, I would be in the kitchen with them. My father was an avid gardener so he grew both vegetables and fruit. I knew I always wanted to do that. Whatever he did, I was right there with him, doing it with him.”

Over the years, she would share her knowledge of healthy eating with friends and family through her love of cooking and meal preparation as a hobby. It wasn’t until her father was diagnosed with brain cancer that she realized she had a responsibility to share her knowledge of healthy eating with others.

“It really hit me because my dad and I were close -- we talked everyday at 6:30 a.m. This devastated me when I heard his diagnosis because I felt maybe I didn’t do enough. I thought, ‘Let me get back into doing what I love.’ I’m not extreme at being vegan. That’s why people like me because I’m that way,” she said.

Truth moved from just cooking for friends and family to starting her own business, The Cultured Vegan, and has been building a successful business based on her lifestyle beliefs. “When you take yourself seriously, people take you seriously.”

Being the busy mom of two kids ages 13 and 17, both follow her lifestyle of eating healthy. With the rising statistics of childhood obesity, Chef Truth teaches culinary classes for children at the Waukegan History Museum.

In addition to teaching classes to the youth, she is a contracted caterer for corporate clients. Jeep and Chrysler in Toledo, Ohio, working with the Girl Scouts African American Chapter, as well as a personal chef to private clients.

Chef Truth explains, “Vegan doesn’t have to be boring. It doesn’t have to be traditional or tasteless. When they taste the food, they love it.”

Culinary programs are offered at colleges throughout the Chicagoland area. City Colleges: Dawson and Kendall are a few. Surf the web for the school of your choice www.chicagodefender.com

City colleges on the move Elaine Edwards The City Colleges of Chicago (CCC), officially known as Community College District 508, is one of the nation’s largest community college districts and the largest in Illinois. It’s on the move and change is afoot. Almost 6,000 faculty and staff help prepare more than 120,000 students each year to pursue higher education, enter the workforce and advance their careers. The District serves students on seven campuses and seven satellite sites. It also oversees two restaurants, five child care centers, a trade school, a pastry school, a center for distance learning, a workforce institute, the WYCC TV Channel 20 public television station and WKKC 89.3 FM radio station.

In June 2013, City Colleges of Chicago Chancellor Cheryl Hyman unveiled CCC’s Five-Year Strategic Plan to increase credibility, to assist and enable students to matriculate into four- year colleges and to enhance employment opportunities. This was implemented as The Reinvention Initiative designed to ensure student success in the classroom and the workplace. More than two years after faculty, staff and students began improving all aspects of City Colleges, the reform effort began a major new phase.

The purpose of Reinvention is to drive greater degree attainment, job placement and career advancement to make the City Colleges of Chicago more competitive.

The intention is to ensure that students are prepared to move into higher education and that they have the skills for jobs in the 21st century. Under Hyman’s leadership, the colleges’ administration believes there is no other institution better positioned to become an economic engine for the City of Chicago.

The four core goals of Reinvention that were introduced at the inception in 2010 include: increasing the number of students earning college credentials of economic value; increasing the rate of transfer to bachelor’s degree programs following CCC graduation; improving outcomes for students needing remediation; and increasing the number and share of ABE/GED/ESL students who advance to and succeed in college-level courses.

Reforms implemented through Reinvention have delivered major progress towards these goals. For instance, City Colleges’ graduation rate has improved, more students are earning certificates and degrees each year, and more adult education students are moving into college-level courses.

The Reinvention7 promises to accelerate this progress. College-based task forces launched in April 2013 are working to ensure each and every City Colleges student has a clear path through the institution and receives detailed guidance to complete their programs, maximizing their time and resources, and then move on to further college or careers.

They work with faculty, staff and students at their colleges to ensure all students have a clear path and the supports to succeed. At the same time, members of the Reinvention team at the district office will work concurrently and collaboratively with the new teams to nurture a student-focused culture across the system.

Progress on six fronts has proven to be awarding.

From the beginning, the Reinvention Initiative has focused its efforts into six areas. Here’s a brief overview highlighting successes. Additional details are available through the links. In its effort to attract high school students and better prepare them for matriculation into college CCC offers Dual Credit program offered www.chicagodefender.com

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Angela Henderson Steps into Provost Position at Chicago State University

By Eleana Elan

through 15 Chicago Public Schools allowing them to earn college credit . This dual credit opportunity helped to expand the Dual Enrollment program increasing the number of juniors and seniors more than double what it was when first implemented Spring 2011.

Readiness is a major factor in the preparation of students to transition from high school to higher education. In the Fall of 2012 5 early College STEM high schools opened with curricular support from CCC staff and faculty. Dozens of new GED/ESL instruction off-sites were created to reach and serve underserved neighborhoods. Attention to continuing education is imperative because life happens and so many adults find themselves unprepared to take care of themselves and or their families because of little or no education. So the adult education program expanded to be offered at all of the city colleges. Bridge programs expanded to five colleges focusing on college to career industries. To assist the adult student, transition specialists have been hired at all the colleges offering adult education.

For those interested in occupational careers, a college to careers initiative was launched to align CCC occupational programs to demand in six growing industries in the region. To assist in the effort dozens of companies have partnered with CCC to help enhance curricula, consult on new facilities, and offer students first pass at internships and job interviews. Transferring can often be confusing and much of the details get lost in translation of the transcription of credits from one institution to another. So new transfer agreements between 13 different institutions and the City Colleges were established since 2010. Full time transfer specialist and additional college advisors are on staff to cut student to advisor ratio in half allowing students more quality time with ad advisor.

Student services have taken on a new meaning at the City Colleges giving attention to a GradesFirst early alert and management system to help identify at risk students and target them for faculty and staff support.

Focus on improving registration to make the process smoother and less complex has increased student satisfaction. In keeping with the times, Wellness Centers are at all seven colleges.

Operating more efficiently and effectively is a major goal. So better business intelligence enables staff to better access student data and enables a more evidence based decision making process. TA revised tenure process has improved credential, performance, and professional development guidelines. A staff performance management system has been implemented to facilitate goal setting and more setting and more targeted professional development. And finally the procurement process improvements helped to save 41 million in operations costs between 2010 and 2012. How’s that for putting your tax dollars to good use?

Dr. Angela Henderson received the Chicago State University (CSU) Student Government Association’s “CSU Women Rock” Award in 2014, the same year that she took office as provost and senior vice president at the University after having served as the interim provost. In 2012, she was named one of the “Top 100 under 50 Diversity Executives & Emerging Leaders” by Diversity MBA Magazine. She received the “Phenomenal Woman Educator Award” from the Black Women’s Expo in 2011, the 2009 “CSU Woman of Dr. Angela Henderson Distinction Award” and the Provident Foundation’s 2004 “Emma Reynolds Award” for Excellence in Nursing.

Yes, Angela Henderson rocks!

Henderson, joined the South Side University in 2011 as vice president of Enrollment Management and was appointed to the interim position in July 2013. She was selected to remain as provost and senior vice president after a search that considered several candidates, according to a CSU statement, making her the University’s chief academic officer. As provost, Dr. Henderson provides oversight for academic and research programs within CSU’s five colleges. Prior to her career as an academic administrator, Henderson worked in the field of nursing as a nurse manager.

CSU President Wayne Watson said in a statement, “In order for CSU to grow and strengthen for the future, we need a team of professionals who can lead with both their heads and hearts and I’m proud to say we have the right person at the right time in our new provost, Dr. Angela Henderson.”

“I am excited about what we have achieved together and look forward to working with the entire university community to address the challenges that lie before us,” Henderson stated.

Henderson, who earned a Ph.D. and a MS degree in nursing, as well as an MBA at the University of Illinois at Chicago, has over 25 years of higher education experience, including serving as dean, department chair, tenured professor, vice chancellor and vice president, according to her biography. She earned her bachelor’s in nursing at Loyola University. Her research interests include HIV/AIDS prevention measures for African American males.

As examples go, Henderson is a perfect poster star for many women who face the glass ceiling and male domination in higher education leadership. She gained her 25 plus years of experience in higher education having worked her way through the ranks as a tenured professor, department chair, dean and eventually provost at one of the largest community college systems in the country. Her expertise in higher education includes leadership in academic affairs, student affairs, enrollment management, adult education, developmental education, research and planning, and continuing education.

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An old school tradition with new school necessities

By Mary L. Datcher DEFENDER STAFF REPORTER

For some students, attending college can be an exciting and fresh start to a whole new world of possibilities, especially for those who’ve never left home. Many college freshmen prepare academically for the higher level of educational studies but also look forward to being on their own away from the confines and worries of family. With the rise of tuition costs, they are often met with the challenges of additional expenses such as books, housing and food. Often scholarships, grants and financial aid may not cover everything a student needs to survive on campus.

Trunk parties have become a traditional passage for young people hosted by their families, churches or community organizations for many that need those extra items to assist them in their college freshman year. The burden of costs placed on families to make sure their kids are adequately equipped with bed sheets, comforters, detergent, towels and other items may seem minor, but are God sent in every day dormitory life.

Better Love Yourself (BLY) is one of the few non-profit organizations that has designed a unique blueprint for identifying these needs for students and parents. Based in Chicago, the organization is the brainchild of popular R&B singer and entertainer Terisa Griffin who started BLY nine years ago based on her per-

Group of student trunk recipients and Terisa Griffin Photo Credit: Bridgette Draper sonal experience.

“The mother board from my dad’s church in Monroe, Louisiana packed me a gold trunk filled with items for college which made me feel like I was special. It also gave me hope and a sense of accomplishment,” Griffin said.

Traditionally, trunk parties have been a practice more familiar in Southern towns, but are steadily sprouting up in other parts of the

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country. Every summer, beginning in July, Better Love Yourself produces an annual trunk tour event that travels to various markets, including St. Louis, Memphis, Houston, Newark, Washington, D.C. and Cleveland with the event wrapping up in Chicago at the DuSable Museum of African American History.

Griffin explains that Better Love Yourself is not just your ordinary organization giving

away trunks. She takes pride in its personal approach in assisting young people.

“We offer mentoring and a refill of their items throughout their time in college. We also help a lot of students until they graduate from college because grew up in foster care and no longer have families to lean on. When students attend a BLY Trunk Event, they have access to workshops to assist them with their adjustment to college. They enjoy great food and entertainment, have the opportunity to win prizes throughout the day and are treated to the ceremonial trunk presentation,” said Griffin.

The process is very simple -- high school seniors must have a 2.5 GPA and provide a college acceptance letter confirming the college they will be attending in the fall. Students can apply online at www.betterloveyourself. com by filling out the application which includes completing a three-part essay. Applications are due by June 1, 2015. BLY partners with other community organizations and key colleges to disseminate the information to parents, teachers and students.

Griffin adds, “Parents work so hard to financially afford to send their child off to college. After all of that hard work, they still need to send them away with a fresh start. These items cost more than some can afford. We want the students to take pride in what they have and to know that someone loves them and has invested in their future.” www.chicagodefender.com

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.JOSE NIETO, MARGARITA BUSTAMANTE MARTINEZ, STATE OF ILLINOIS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 37029 8116 SOUTH KENNETH AVENUE Chicago, IL 60652 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 30, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 1, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8116 SOUTH KENNETH AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60652 Property Index No. 19-34-111-035-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $280,561.43.

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

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

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

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest communi�ty, 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 (HOME� OWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a �government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F11080296.

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

ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F11080296 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 11 CH 37029 TJSC#: 35-2225 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.CHRISTOPHER MOFFITT, TRACEY MOFFITT, BIRCH TREE MANOR CONDOMINIUM NO. 3 Defendants 14 CH 14781 8521 W. Rascher, Unit 1N Chicago, IL 60656 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 21, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 27, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8521 W. Rascher, Unit 1N, Chicago, IL 60656 Property Index No. 12-11-121-034-0013.

The real estate is improved with a residential condominium.

The judgment amount was $202,698.74.

Sale terms: 25% of the bid amount, 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, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certified check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 14 CH 14781 TJSC#: 35-3272 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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That on April 4, 2015, a sale will be held by Discount Auto Repair Yearly Line Services at 7711 S. South Chicago Ave., to sell the following articles to enforce a lien existing under the laws of the state of Illinois against such articles for labor, services, skill or material expended upon a storage furnished for such articles at the request of the following designated persons or company, unless such articles are redeemed within (30) days of the publication of this notice.

Name of person and or company: Chiquita Singletary and Car Financial Services INC, Description of Article: 2007 Ford Taurus SE, VIN# 1FAFP53UX7A150936 Amount of Lien: $10,405 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS S U C C E S S O R � TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA, NA AS SUCCESSOR TO LASALLE BANK, NA AS TRUSTEE FOR THE MERRILL LYNCH FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-4; P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � MARICELA INIGUEZ; 1612-14 UNION C O N D O M I N I U M � ASSOCIATION; SIGNATURE LEASING GROUP; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MARICELA INIGUEZ, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , � 13 CH 21090 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, April 17, 2015 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. 17-21-300-036-1002.

Commonly known as 1612 South Union Avenue, Unit 2, Chicago, IL 60616.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 W13-0916.

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Sealed Bids will be received and must be submitted on documents provided by the City of Chicago, on the date and time, stated for these specific Bids listed below, in the Bid & Bond, Room 103, City Hall, 121 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602, 312-744-9773. Bids will be opened and publicly read aloud for the following: NOTICE OF ADDENDUM: Addendum 1 will be e-mailed to all bidders on the Bid Opportunity Take-Out List DESCRIPTION: New High Intensity Discharge (HID), Incandescent, Fluorescent and Miscellaneous Lamps BID DOCUMENT CAN BE DOWNLOADED AND PRINTED FROM URL ADDRESS: www.cityofchicago.org/bids SPECIFICATION NO: 127313 RFQ NO: 4763 ORIGINAL BID/PROPOSAL OPENING DATE March 23, 2015 REVISED BID/PROPOSAL OPENING DATE: N/A TIME: 11:00 a.m., Central Time PRE BID DATE: March 3, 2015 CONTACT: Alyceson Gillespie, Procurement Specialist Email: Alyceson.gillespie@cityofchicago.org REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS No. 2716R PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT AND CONSULTING SERVICES The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) invites you to submit a proposal in response to this RFP. The RTA has established a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) Program in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation 49 CFR Part 26, applicable to all its contracts regardless of funding source. The RTA strongly encourages vendors to make good faith efforts to utilize DBEs as subconsultants, subcontractors, suppliers or joint venture partners on this project. A listing of certified DBEs providing relevant services or commodities can be accessed at the Illinois Department of Transportation website www.dot.state.il.us/ucp/html A pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for April 13, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at the RTA offices located at 175 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60604.

Questions are due on April 15, 2015 no later than 5:00 p.m., and can be e-mailed to Maria Biszewski at biszewskim@rtachicago.org.

One original copy and one CD or DVD containing your complete proposal must be submitted to the RTA no later than 3:30 p.m., local time, on April 27, 2015 Proposals submitted after the designated date and time will be rejected.

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

REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY INVITATION FOR BID No. 3071 TEMPORARY STAFFING SERVICES FOR THE ADA PARATRANSIT CERTIFICATION PROGRAM The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) invites you to submit a bid for Temporary Staffing Services for ADA Paratransit Certification Program. This contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The RTA has established a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) Program in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation 49 CFR Part 26, applicable to all its contracts regardless of funding source. The RTA strongly encourages vendors to make good faith efforts to utilize DBEs as subconsultants, subcontractors, suppliers or joint venture partners on this project. A listing of certified DBEs providing relevant services or commodities can be accessed at the Illinois Department of Transportation website www.dot.state.il.us/ucp/html.

Questions are due on March 20, 2015, no later than 4:30 p.m., and can be e-mailed to Karen Y. Thurmon at thurmonk@rtachicago.org.

One (1) original copy of your bid must be submitted to the RTA no later than 11:00 a.m. local time on March 27, 2015. Proposals submitted after the designated time and date will be rejected.

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

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An Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/D REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FF&E Purchasing Agent Marriott Marquis Chicago at McCormick Place The Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority is seeking a qualified agent to provide procurement services for the furniture, fixtures and equipment (“FF&E”) and operating supplies and equipment (“OS&E”) required to furnish and equip 1206 guestrooms and public areas for the new Marriott Marquis Chicago at McCormick Place.

The RFP document is available to download on the Authority’s website at www. mpea.com under the link “Doing Business / Current Opportunities”. Proposals in response to the RFP are due no later than 12:00 pm noon on Friday, March 27, 2015.

Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprises are encouraged to participate.

Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority Nancy Quoss, Director of Procurement 301 East Cermak Road Chicago, Illinois 60616 mpeaprocurement@mpea.com 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. D15141164 on the March 9, 2015. Under the Assumed Name of ELIMAR ACCOUNTING & TAX SERVICES with the business located at 2734 S. WENTWORTH AVE., CHICAGO, IL 60616. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name: SHEILLA NTAMBO, Complete Address: 2734 S. Wentworth Ave., 406, Chicago, IL 60616, USA

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name In the conduct or transaction of Business in the State, “as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County, File No. D15141192 on the March 9, 2015. Under the Assumed Name of VESNA MOVING with the business located at 9128 W. TERRANCE DR., 5 N, NILES, IL 60714. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owners(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/ Partner Full Name: IGOR ZINCHUK, Complete Address: 9128 W. TERRANCE DR., 5 N, NILES, IL 60714, USA

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CITY of CHICAGO NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Chicago will host a public hearing on its Phase I draft application response to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s National Disaster Resilience Competition:

Friday, March 20, 2015 West Side Learning Center of Malcolm X College Conference Room 129 4624 W. Madison Street Chicago IL 60644 Registration will begin at 12:30 p.m.

The public hearing will begin at 1:00 p.m.

Facility is accessible to the mobility impaired Interpreters for the hearing impaired and Spanish speaking will be provided.

The competition will support innovative resilience projects at the local level while encouraging communities to adopt policy changes and activities that plan for the impacts of extreme weather and climate change and rebuild affected areas to be better prepared for the future. If Chicago’s application is selected, CDBG-DR Funds may be available to assist in long-term disaster recovery and to address unmet housing, business and infrastructure needs resulting from the severe April 2013 rainstorms in Chicago. The public is invited to attend and provide input on the draft application.

The City of Chicago’s draft Phase I application is available for review at www.cityofchicago.org/resilience. If you are unable to attend the hearing, please send written comments to the Office of the Mayor, City Hall, Room 406, 121 N. LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602, Attention: Aaron Joseph, or email to resilience@cityofchicago.org. Written comments will be accepted through March 26, 2015.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR BNC MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-1 MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 Plaintiff, -v.RICKY WALKER, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS OR THE CITY/VILLAGE OF CHICAGO, ILLINOIS HEALTHCARE AND FAMILY SERVICES Defendants 14 CH 08016 9220 S. UNION AVENUE Chicago, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 13, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 14, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE SOUTH 12 FEET OF LOT 8 AND LOT 9 OF BLOCK 8 IN BROUSES SUBDIVISION OF THE 40 ACRES OF THE SOUTH 95 ACRES ON THE WEST 110 ACRES OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 9220 S. UNION AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 25-04-309-067-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $147,895.56.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C13-94217.

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

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C13-94217 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 14 CH 08016 TJSC#: 35-1493 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 NORTH COMMUNITY BANK, SUCCESSOR

BY MERGER WITH ARCHER BANK Plaintiff, -v.ANDRES PORCAYO, PAULA O. PORCAYO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 13 CH 23523 3934 S. CALIFORNIA 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 February 19, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 30, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 20 (EXCEPT THE NORTHERLY 1 FOOT THEREOF) IN BLOCK 1 IN TURNER, AND MORGAN’S SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 4 (EXCEPT THE NORTH 33 FEET THEREOF) AND THE NORTH 5 CHAINS OF BLOCKS 5 AND 6 IN LURTON’S SUBDIVISION OF THAT PART LYING NORTH OF ARCHER ROAD OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 1, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 13 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 3934 S. CALIFORNIA, Chicago, IL 60632 Property Index No. 19-01-107-034-0000.

The real estate is improved with a commercial property.

The judgment amount was $206,812.55.

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 Please refer to file number 2369653965 TGT. 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 Attorney File No. 23696-53965 TGT Attorney Code. 70693 Case Number: 13 CH 23523 TJSC#: 35-3073 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 BEVERLY BANK & TRUST COMPANY, N.A., Plaintiff, -v.WAYNE HUMMER TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED THE 29TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2005, KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER BEV2163, TAX-TICIAN, INC., SANDER P. STAGMAN Defendants 2013 CH 07339 10221 S. WESTERN AVENUE 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 February 18, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 30, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 7 IN BLOCK 6 IN WILLIAM E. HARMON’S BEVERLY HILLS ADDITION, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 1 TO 6 (EXCEPT LOTS 5 AND 6 IN BLOCK 2) IN TRACY HEIGHTS, A SUBDIVISION IN THE SOUTH WEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH WEST 1/4 OF SECTION 7, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 10221 S. WESTERN AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60643 Property Index No. 25-07-323-007-0000.

The real estate is improved with a mixed-use commercial / residential property.

The judgment amount was $205,289.48.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: NOONAN & LIEBERMAN, 105 W. ADAMS ST., SUITE 1800, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 4311455 Please refer to file number 1788-15.

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

NOONAN & LIEBERMAN 105 W. ADAMS ST., SUITE 1800 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 431-1455 Attorney File No. 1788-15 Attorney Code. 38245 Case Number: 2013 CH 07339 TJSC#: 35-3053 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 URBAN PARTNERSHIP BANK, AS ASSIGNEE OF THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION, AS RECEIVER FOR SHOREBANK Plaintiff, -v.MARGO STROTTER a/k/a MARGO E. STROTTER, HARRIS N.A. n/k/a BMO HARRIS N.A., ACCION CHICAGO, INC, STATE OF ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, CITIFINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2012 CH 36910 9436 S. VANDERPOEL AVE. Chicago, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 16, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 17, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE NORTH 45 FEET OF LOT 21 IN THE SUBDIVISION BY EUGENE S. PIKE OF THAT PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, LYING EAST OF THE CENTER LINE OF SPRUCE STREET, SOUTH OF THE CENTER LINE OF 93RD STREET, WEST OF THE WEST LINE OF THE RIGHT OF WAY OF THE PITTSBURGH, CINCINNATI AND ST. LOUIS RAILROAD AND THE NORTH OF THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID 1/4 SECTION MARKED LONGWOOD SUBDIVISION, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 9436 S. VANDERPOEL AVE., Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 25-06-424-018-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $381,609.01.

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, 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 Please refer to file number JKG 21457/48617.

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 Attorney File No. JKG 21457/48617 Attorney Code. 70693 Case Number: 2012 CH 36910 TJSC#: 35-2097 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 STEARNS LENDING, INC. Plaintiff, -v.MONIRA SOLIMAN, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 08009 5131 S. JUSTINE ST. Chicago, IL 60609 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 15, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 16, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 42 IN BALLIN’S SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTH WEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH WEST 1/4 OF SECTION 8, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 5131 S. JUSTINE ST., Chicago, IL 60609 Property Index No. 20-08-301-019-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $252,343.94.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 29 E. Madison, Ste.950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 372-2020 Please refer to file number 148400-140.

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

HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 29 E. Madison, Ste.950 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No. 14-8400-140 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 14 CH 08009 TJSC#: 35-1321 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., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, N.A. FORMERLY KNOWN AS NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR AMRESCO RESIDENTIAL SECURITIES CORPORATION MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 1998-2, UNDER POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF JUNE 1, 1998 Plaintiff, -v.GWENDOLYN R. EDWARDS A/K/A GWENDOLYN EDWARDS A/K/A GWENDOLYN ROBIN EDWARDS Defendants 08 CH 028209 214 W. 118TH STREET Chicago, IL 60628 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 3, 2009, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 7, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOTS 27 AND 28 IN BLOCK 1 IN THOMAS SCANLAN’S ADDITION TO PULLMAN BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTH WEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTH EAST 1/4 OF SECTION 21, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 214 W. 118TH STREET, Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-21-417-033; 25-21-417-034.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $72,101.16.

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

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

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

If this property is a condominium unit, 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(g1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois. com. Please refer to file number F12090016.

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

ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F12090016 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 08 CH 028209 TJSC#: 35-3027 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 OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.JOSHUA PERKINS, STATE PLACE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 13 CH 02951 1101 S. STATE STREET, APARTMENT 2106 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 August 13, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 8, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PARCEL 1: UNIT H-2106 AND PARKING SPACE P-236 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS IN STATE PLACE CONDOMINIUM, AS DELINEATED AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 0434410057, IN SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: EASEMENTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF PARCEL 1 AS CREATED BY DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, RESTRICTIONS AND EASEMENTS RECORDED DECEMBER 9, 2004 AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 0434410056 MADE BY STATE STREET ASSOCIATES, LLC AS DECLARANT, FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS, STRUCTURAL SUPPORT, MAINTENANCE, ENCROACHMENTS AND USE OF COMMON WALLS, CEILINGS AND FLOORS OVER AND ACROSS THE RETAIL PROPERTY AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED THEREIN AND ACCORDING TO THE TERMS SET FORTH THEREIN. Commonly known as 1101 S. STATE STREET, APARTMENT 2106, Chicago, IL 60605 Property Index No. 17-15-308-039-1462.

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $321,157.97.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C14-97337.

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

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C14-97337 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 13 CH 02951 TJSC#: 35-3489 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 URBAN PARTNERSHIP BANK, as assignee of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, as Receiver for ShoreBank Plaintiff, -v.ZINA HARVEY, SANDRA ROACH, BOARD OF MANAGERS OF THE 5812 S. KING DRIVE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, CITY OF CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT, CITY OF CHICAGO, DCFS USA LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2013 CH 10019 5812 S. KING DR., UNIT 1 Chicago, IL 60637 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 7, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 8, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: UNIT 1 IN THE 5812 S. KING DRIVE CONDOMINIUM AS DELINEATED ON A SURVEY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE: LOT 6 IN BLOCK 1 IN FOLLANSBEE’S SUBDIVISION OF LOTS 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24 IN NEWHALL, LARNED AND WOODBRIDGE’S SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 38, NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. WHICH SURVEY IS ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT ‘A’ TO THE DECLARATION OF CONDOMINIUM RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 99284919 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS, ALL IN COOK COUNTY ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 5812 S. KING DR., UNIT 1, Chicago, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-15-124-032-1001.

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $264,092.31.

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 Please refer to file number 21457-50252-SLB. 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 Attorney File No. 21457-50252-SLB Attorney Code. 70693 Case Number: 2013 CH 10019 TJSC#: 35-623 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. rbs $1

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION COMMUNITY INVESTMENT CORPORATION, Plaintiff, -v.MICHAEL JORDAN, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE UNDER A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED APRIL 8, 2011 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 8002356915, 8000 ELLIS APARTMENTS, LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 7863 8000 S. ELLIS AVE. Chicago, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 20, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 21, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 62 (EXCEPT THE SOUTH 6 FEET 1 1/2 INCHES THEREOF) AND ALL OF LOT 63 IN E.B. SHOGREN AND CO’S AVALON HIGHLANDS SUBDIVISION, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF CERTAIN LOTS IN CERTAIN BLOCKS IN CORNELL, IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 35, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 14 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, IN BOOK 158 OF PLATS, PAGE 34 AS DOCUMENT 6751064, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 8000 S. ELLIS AVE., Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-35-110-015-0000.

The real estate is improved with a two/three story apartment complex.

The judgment amount was $571,539.66.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 29 E. Madison, Ste.950, CHICAGO, IL 60602, (312) 372-2020 Please refer to file number 14-4300-539.

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

HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 29 E. Madison, Ste.950 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No. 14-4300-539 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 14 CH 7863 TJSC#: 35-2759 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., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF AUGUST 1, 2005 PARK PLACE SECURITIES, INC ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-WHQ4 Plaintiff, -v.DIANE R. HAYES, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHCARE AND FAMILY SERVICES Defendants 12 CH 44456 111 W. 104TH STREET Chicago, IL 60628 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 29, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 30, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 4 IN ORRIN A. EAMES SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST 1/2 OF BLOCK 9 IN SCHOOL TRUSTEE’S SUBDIVISION OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. SITUATED IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS Commonly known as 111 W. 104TH STREET, Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-16-207-021-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $114,032.45.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C13-91630.

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

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C13-91630 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 12 CH 44456 TJSC#: 35-2449 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE NORTHERN DISTRICT OF ILLINOIS EASTERN DIVISION UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ON BEHALF OF ITS AGENCY, SECRETARY OF U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Plaintiff, -v.- WILLIAM P. BUTCHER AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF ALBERTA ROBINSON, IRVIN MINOR, KENYA ROBINSON, CAROLYN ADAMS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ALBERTA ROBINSON, GOLDEN GATE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, AND UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CV 3576 JUDGE: REBECCA PALLMEYER MAGISTRATE JUDGE: GERALDINE SOAT BROWN NOTICE OF SPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 6, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, Special Commissioner appointed herein,will at 10:30 AM on April 7, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 13266 SOUTH VERNON, Chicago, IL 60627 Property Index No. 25-34-116-011.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $94,499.44.

Sale terms: 10% 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. 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 c11-45840.

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

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. c11-45840 Case Number: 14 CV 3576 TJSC#: 35-752 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 BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, -v.FRANCES S. RANDLE AKA FRANCES RANDLE WILLIAMS, BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWABS, INC. ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-4, JOHN DOE, CURRENT SPOUSE OR CIVIL UNION PARTNER, IF ANY, OF FRANCES S. RANDLE AKA FRANCES RANDLE WILLIAMS, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 00251 8733 S WALLACE ST Chicago, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 14, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 15, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8733 S WALLACE ST, Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 25-04-104-012-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $227,442.97.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number IL-001268.

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

KOZENY & McCUBBIN ILLINOIS, LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 Attorney File No. IL-001268 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 14 CH 00251 TJSC#: 35-2470 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 URBAN PARTNERSHIP BANK, as assignee of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, as Receiver for ShoreBank Plaintiff, -v.ROBERTA HASSELL (DECEASED), WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF ROBERTA HASSELL, ANTHONY JAMES HASSELL, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ROBERTA A. HASSELL, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2013 CH 11485 7527 S. CREIGER AVE. Chicago, IL 60649 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 13, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 14, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7527 S. CREIGER AVE., Chicago, IL 60649 Property Index No. 20-25-304-016-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $88,842.16.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: CHUHAK & TECSON, P.C., 30 S. WACKER DRIVE, STE. 2600, CHICAGO, IL 60606, (312) 444-9300 Please refer to file number JKG/51117.

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 Attorney File No. JKG/51117 Attorney Code. 70693 Case Number: 2013 CH 11485 TJSC#: 35-742 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 SEAWAY BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, F/K/A SEAWAY NATIONAL BANK Plaintiff, -v.JOHN W. DAVIS, SHIRLEY A. DAVIS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 13 CH 05390 8620 S. ST. LAWRENCE AVENUE Chicago, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 16, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 17, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8620 S. ST. LAWRENCE AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-34-411-022-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $331,774.10.

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

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

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: BROTHERS AND THOMPSON, TWO PRUDENTIAL PLAZA, 180 N. STETSON AVE., SUITE 4425, Chicago, IL 60601, (312) 3722909 FAX: (312) 262-7398 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.

BROTHERS AND THOMPSON TWO PRUDENTIAL PLAZA, 180 N. STETSON AVE., SUITE 4425 Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 372-2909 Attorney Code. 35496 Case Number: 13 CH 05390 TJSC#: 35-2095 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.CALEB MUHAMMAD A/K/A CALEB D. MUHAMMAD A/K/A CALEB D. WILLIAMS, FELICIA MUHAMMAD A/K/A FELICIA A. MUHAMMAD, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 18334 6600 SOUTH ARTESIAN AVENUE Chicago, IL 60629 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 30, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 9, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 6600 SOUTH ARTESIAN AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60629 Property Index No. 19-24-230-015-0000.

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

The judgment amount was $331,017.40.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC, ONE EAST WACKER, SUITE 1250, Chicago, IL 60601, (312) 651-6700 Please refer to file number 14-018293.

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.

MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC ONE EAST WACKER, SUITE 1250 Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 651-6700 Attorney File No. 14-018293 Case Number: 12 CH 18334 TJSC#: 35-3350 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 EVERBANK Plaintiff, -v.LUEVERNE HOUSTON AKA LUEVERNE HUSTON AKA LAVERNE HUSTON, CITY OF CHICAGO, GREAT SENECA FINANCIAL CORP. Defendants 13 CH 02583 5060 W Gladys Ave. Chicago, IL 60644 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 3, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 21, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5060 W Gladys Ave., Chicago, IL 60644 Property Index No. 16-16-213-068-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $133,041.06.

Sale terms: 100% of the bid amount, 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, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certified check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 13 CH 02583 TJSC#: 35-3042 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR OPTION ONE MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-CP1, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-CP1 Plaintiff, -v.GREGORY CRUMP, AISHA R. CEBALLOS-CRUMP, ATLANTIC CREDIT & FINANCE, INC, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 03654 5011 S. WABASH AVENUE Chicago, IL 60615 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 17, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 8, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5011 S. WABASH AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60615 Property Index No. 20-10-119-004-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $447,940.99.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C13-83206.

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

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C13-83206 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 14 CH 03654 TJSC#: 35-3479 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.GLADYS JOHNSON, FELICIA JOHNSON AKA FELICIA L. JOHNSON Defendants 13 CH 4994 6142 SOUTH FRANCISCO AVENUE Chicago, IL 60629 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 18, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 17, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 6142 SOUTH FRANCISCO AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60629 Property Index No. 19-13-321-035-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $95,275.91.

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

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

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

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

For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number F13010401.

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

ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F13010401 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 13 CH 4994 TJSC#: 35-2236 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 URBAN PARTNERSHIP BANK, as assignee of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, as Receiver for ShoreBank Plaintiff, -v.CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, A CORPORATION OF ILLINOIS, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO COLE TAYLOR BANK, AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED APRIL 29, 2003 & KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 03-9754, SAMUEL UMUNNA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2014 CH 01156 11332 S. CALUMET Chicago, IL 60628 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 20, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 9, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11332 S. CALUMET, Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25-22-116-039-0000.

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

The judgment amount was $165,676.64.

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 Please refer to file number 21457/49527 MAE. 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 Attorney File No. 21457/49527 MAE Attorney Code. 70693 Case Number: 2014 CH 01156 TJSC#: 35-3566 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 EVERBANK Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF WILLIE DALLAS AKA WILLIE H. DALLAS, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF WILLIE DALLAS AKA WILLIE H. DALLAS, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF WILLIE DALLAS AKA WILLIE H. DALLAS, DECEASED, W. ANN DALLAS, WILLIAM BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF WILLIE DALLAS AKA WILLIE H. DALLAS, DECEASED Defendants 12 CH 42033 7836 S. Ridgeland Ave. Chicago, IL 60649 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 20, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 21, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7836 S. Ridgeland Ave., Chicago, IL 60649 Property Index No. 20-25-326-028-0000.

The real estate is improved with a multi unit building containing two to six apartments.

The judgment amount was $254,323.18.

Sale terms: 25% of the bid amount, 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, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certified check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 12 CH 42033 TJSC#: 35-2082 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., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF APRIL 1, 2005 ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-WHQ2 Plaintiff, -v.TREISSA GRIGGS, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, EX REL ILLINOIS STUDENT ASSISTANCE COMMISSION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 24742 11344 S. ADA 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 January 26, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 27, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11344 S. ADA STREET, Chicago, IL 60643 Property Index No. 25-20-122-068-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $117,401.24.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C14-95989.

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

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 Attorney File No. C14-95989 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 12 CH 24742 TJSC#: 35-3091 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 URBAN FINANCIAL OF AMERICA, LLC, FORMERLY KNOWN AS URBAN FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. Plaintiff, -v.JAMES WILLIAMS, NORTH STAR TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED 01/01/2011 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 11-12320 Defendants 14 CH 10973 65 E. 102ND STREET Chicago, IL 60628 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 28, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 29, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 65 E. 102ND STREET, Chicago, IL 60628 Property Index No. 25103220230000 & 25103220240000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $98,864.07.

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

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

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

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: RANDALL S. MILLER & ASSOCIATES, 120 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 1140, Chicago, IL 60602, (312) 239-3432 Please refer to file number 14IL00246-1.

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 Attorney File No. 14IL00246-1 Attorney Code. 46689 Case Number: 14 CH 10973 TJSC#: 35-3860 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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HARRIS Keith Harris…..Memorial Service was held: Saturday, March 14, 2015; 9am @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Cremation: Thursday, March 19, 2015; 9am @ Lakes Crematory Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

DANTZLER Frederick Dantzler…..Wake was held: Sunday, March 15, 2015; 4pm @ Chapel Funeral: 5pm Cremation: Lakes Crematory Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

CONEY Freda Coney…..Cremation: Thursday, March 19, 2015; 9am @ Lakes Crematory Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

PRICE Betty Price…..Memorial Service: Wednesday, March 18, 2015; 6pm @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Interment: Thursday, March 19, 2015; 9am @ Lakes Crematory Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

GILL Carolyn Gill…..Wake: Wednesday, March 18, 2015; 10am @ Chapel Funeral: 11am Interment: Restvale Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

MACKERL SR. Johnnie Mackerl…..Wake: Wednesday, March 18, 2015; 10am @ Chapel Funeral: 11am Interment: Oak Hill Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WILLIAMS Kathy Williams…..Wake: Wednesday, March 18, 2015; 7pm @ Chapel Funeral: 7:30pm Interment: Thursday, March 19, 2015 @ Mt. Hope Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WHITSELL Michael Whitsell…..Wake: Thursday, March 19, 2015; 10am @ New Faith BC Int., 25 S Central (at Vollmer Rd.) Funeral: 10:30am Interment: Abe Lincoln National Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

CAMPBELL Arthur Campbell…..Wake: Thursday, March 19, 2015; 10am @ Chapel Funeral: 11am Interment: Mt. Hope Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

SUMMERS Sonya Summers…..Wake: Thursday, March 19, 2015; 5pm @ Chapel King Funeral: 6pm Interment: Friday, March 20, 2015;10am @ Lakes Crematory Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

GARRETT Lennell Garrett…..Memorial Service: Friday, March 20, 2015; 11am @ Apostolic Church of God, 6340 S. Dorchester Cremation: Lakes Crematory Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HOPSON Cleveland Hopson…..Wake: Friday, March 20, 2015; 10am @ Chapel Funeral: 11am Interment: Homewood Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WILLIAMS Stephanie Williams…..Wake: Friday, March 20, 2015; 10am @ Liberty BC, 4849 S. King Dr. Funeral: 11am Interment: Homewood Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

BARROW Willie Barrow…..Wake: Friday, March 20, 2015; 10am-4pm @ Vernon Park Church of God, 90th Stony Island Funeral: 7pm Interment: Saturday, March 21, 2015; 11am @ Oak Woods Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

PENDLETON SR. Bruce Pendleton Sr…..Wake: Saturday, March 21, 2015; 9am @ Chapel Funeral: 10am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

HAMILTON Deborah Hamilton…..Wake: Saturday, March 21, 2015; 10am @ Chapel Jackson Funeral: 11am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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SMITH Annie Smith…..Wake was held: Friday, March 13, 2015; 10am @ Antioch Baptist Church, 415 W. Englewood Funeral: 11am Interment: Lincoln Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Homes Ltd. 63rd E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

RENFRO Jack Renfro…..Wake was held: Friday, March 13, 2015; 12pm @ Chapel Funeral: 1pm Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Homes Ltd. 63rd E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

THURMOND JR. William Thurmond Jr…..Wake: Saturday, March 21, 2015; 10am @ Chapel King Funeral: 11am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

BLANTON Joyce Blanton…..Wake was held: Friday, March 13, 2015; 10am @ Presbyterian Church, 1354 W. 61st Street Funeral: 11am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Homes Ltd. 63rd E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

WILLIAMS Sedonia Williams…..Wake: Saturday, March 21, 2015; 10am @ Salem BC Funeral: 11am Interment: Burr Oak Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

DAVIS Earl Davis…..Wake was held: Saturday, March 14, 2015; 11am @ Chapel Funeral: 12pm Interment: Oak Woods Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Homes Ltd. 63rd E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

CONNOR Charlie Connor…..Wake: Saturday, March 21, 2015; 10am @ Bethlehem Star MB Church, 9231 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Funeral: 11am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

ROBINSON Michael Robinson…..Wake: Saturday, March 21, 2015; 1pm @ Chapel King Funeral: 2pm Interment: Lakes Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

COLLINS Earnest Collins…..Wake: Saturday, March 21, 2015; 3pm @ Chapel Funeral: 4pm Interment: Tuesday, March 24, 2015; 10am @ Lakes Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

WOOTEN John Wooten…..Wake: Saturday, March 21, 2015; 12pm @ Greater Harvest BC, 5121 S. State Street Cremation: Lakes Crematory Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

EDWARDS Frank Edwards…..Memorial Service: Sunday, March 22, 2015; 1pm-3pm @ Chapel King Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

LE BLANC Girvena Le Blanc…..Memorial Service: Sunday, March 22, 2015; 3pm @ Chapel Country Club Hills, 18400 S. Pulaski Road Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

JENKINS Darrel Jenkins…..Interment: Monday, March 23, 2015; 9am @ Abe Lincoln Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

BUSH Arnold Bush…..Wake: Monday, March 23, 2015; 12pm @ Chapel Funeral: 1pm Interment: Homewood Arrangements Entrusted To: Leak and Sons Funeral Home, 7838 S. Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 846-6567.

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Wake: Friday, March 20, 2015; 10am @ Bethlehem Temple MB Church, 20 East 147th Street, Harvey IL Funeral: 11am Interment: TBA Arrangements by: W.W. Holt Funeral Home, 175 West 159th Street, Harvey, IL 60426: (708) 331-0310.

Southwest Memorial Chapels SHINE Jannas R. Shine…..Visitation was held: Thursday, March 12, 2015; 2pm-6pm @ Chapel Funeral: Friday, March 13, 2015; 10am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Southwest Memorial Chapels, 7901 S. Komensky Ave., Chicago, IL 60652: (773) 424-3151.

ENOCHS Robert A. Enochs…..Visitation was held: Friday, March 13, 2015; 2pm-5pm @ Chapel Funeral: Saturday, March 14, 2015; 10am Interment: Private Arrangements by: Southwest Memorial Chapels, 7901 S. Komensky Ave., Chicago, IL 60652: (773) 424-3151.

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MCCLINTON Freddie McClinton…..Wake was held: Saturday, March 14, 2015; 10am @ Apostolic Assembly, 10700 S. Vincennes Funeral: 11am Interment: Homewood Memorial Gardens Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Homes Ltd. 63rd E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

JONES Maeola Jones…..Wake was held: Saturday, March 14, 2015; 10am @ Murchison Isom Temple CME, 4310 S. Champlain Funeral: 11am Interment: Abe Lincoln Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

SELVIE Irrie Selvie…..Wake was held: Saturday, March 14, 2015; 10am @ Chapel Funeral: 11am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Homes Ltd. 63rd E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

ROUNDS Jesse T. Rounds…..Wake was held: Saturday, March 14, 2015; 10am @ Mt. Calvary MBC, 1257 West 111th Street Funeral: 11am Interment: Private Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

MCCHRISTEN Darnell McChristen…..Wake was held: Saturday, March 14, 2015; 10:30am @ Chapel Funeral: 11:30am Interment: Restvale Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Homes Ltd. 63rd E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

EDWARDS Terrance Edwards…..Wake was held: Saturday, March 14, 2015; 10am @ Rose of Light Church, 1302 West 74th Street Funeral: 11am Interment: Private Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

THOMAS Rev. Ronald Thomas…..Wake was held: Tuesday, March 17, 2015; 10am @ Damascus BC, 10014 S. Michigan Funeral: 11am Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

MORRIS Emma Morris…..Wake: Wednesday, March 18, 2015; 11am @ Oakdale Covenant, 9440 South Vincennes Funeral: 12pm Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

CHATMAN Georgia Chatman…..Wake: Saturday, March 21, 2015; @ St. Luke COGIC, 914 North Orleans Interment: Mt. Hope Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

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FIELDS Corey Fields…..Visitation was held: Sunday, March 15, 2015; 1pm-4pm @ Chapel Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Homes Ltd. 63rd E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

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CAREY Margo R. Carey…..Visitation was held: Monday, March 16, 2015; 1pm-3pm @ Chapel Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Homes Ltd. 63rd E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

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TINES Willie Tines…..Wake: Friday, March 20, 2015; 10am @ St. Dorothy Catholic Church, 450 East 78th Street Funeral: 11am Interment: Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Homes Ltd. 63rd E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

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WALTON Norcellus Walton…..Memorial Service was held: Saturday, March 14, 2015; 11am @ Covenant Faith Church, 10530 S. Halsted Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Homes Ltd. 63rd E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

FULTS Abe Fults…..Wake: Friday, March 20, 2015; 10am @ Antioch Baptist Church, 415 W. Englewood Funeral: 11am Interment: Washington Memory Gardens Arrangements by: Taylor Funeral Homes Ltd. 63rd E. 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60619: (773) 488-7300.

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HAWKINS Roger Hawkins…..Wake was held: Saturday, March 14, 2015; 10am @ Mt. Ridge Church, 2658 West Jackson Funeral: 11am Interment: Oakridge Cemetery Arrangements by: Calahan Funeral Home, 7030 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60621: (773) 723-4400.

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