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Second building renamed after a Black man By Wendell Hutson In 2002, the former Cook County Hospital was renamed after a Black man, and last week the Cook County Criminal Courts Building also was renamed after a Black man. The county’s flagship hospital at 1900 W. Polk St. is named after the late John H. Stroger Jr., who was the former president of the Cook County Board. And retired Cook County Judge George N. Leighton, Illinois’ first Black Appellate Court justice, attended a recent ceremony for the official renaming of the Criminal Courts Building at 2650 S. California Ave. as “The Honorable George N. Leighton Criminal Courts Building.” Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County Dorothy Brown and Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle both said they would like to see more county buildings named after people of wisdom, just as the first two buildings are. “It is not so much about renaming buildings after someone Black as it is about wisdom. Both John H. Stroger Jr. and George N. Leighton are two men of wisdom and gave a lot during their tenures as county employees,” recalled Brown. “I would love to see every county building named after someone great, regardless of color.” Brown also suggested the county should consider naming rights for county buildings to bring in revenue.
“Look at U.S. Cellular Field and the United Center. Two buildings renamed after corporations who paid a good penny to have their names on the buildings,” Brown told the Crusader. “Colleges have buildings named after donors so it might be a good idea for the county to explore these types of opportunities.” Speaking at the ceremony Preckwinkle said she was pleased to see Leighton finally get the recognition he deserved. “It is only befitting that the county renames this building after him (George Leighton) for the years he spent here in this building as a devoted, public servant,” she said. “He is a pioneer for African American lawyers, and will remain an inspiration for us all. Judge Leighton is a living testament to what can be achieved with education and hard work, and his legacy is an indication of the social progress we have made in the past century.” At age 99, Leighton now lives in Plymouth, Mass. with his 92 year-old sister Virginia, who accompanied him to last week’s ceremony. Leighton said he was overwhelmed with emotion as he thanked a crowd of 200 people. “I can’t tell you how good it feels to have a building where I spent so many years helping people named after me,” Leighton said as he fought back tears. “It would be great if more public buildings were named after people of color, granted they are worthy of (Continued on page 16)
RETIRED COOK COUNTY JUDGE George N. Leighton said he never thought he would someday have a building named after him for just doing his job. The 99 year-old retired Cook County circuit court judge was on hand last week for the official renaming of the Cook County Criminal Courts Building at 2650 S. California Ave. in his honor.
Bill Tompkins named President and CEO of NNPA By George E. Curry Editor-in-Chief NNPA News Service WASHINGTON (NNPA) – Highly-respected media and entertainment executive William G. Tompkins, Jr. has been name president and chief executive officer of the National Newspaper Publishers Association, a federation of more than 200 Black-owned publications. NNPA Chairman Cloves Campbell, publisher of the Arizona Informant, said Tompkins was selected from an impressive field of candidates screened by Carrington & Carrington, a Chicago-based executive search firm. “Bill is an accomplished, nationallyknown executive who will be responsible for executing the vision of the NNPA Board of Directors,” Campbell said. “Because the Board chair is elected every two years, having a president and CEO in place will provide the organization with smooth-
er operations and greater continuity.” Campbell described Tompkins as “a true visionary who will make an immediate impact on the organization.” Tompkins worked at the Washington Post for 19 years in a variety of top-level positions, including vice president of marketing, director of national advertising and manager of corporate and financial adver-
tising sales. He left the newspaper to join Kodak as chief marketing officer of its entertainment imaging business unit. Tompkins was also vice president and general manager of the Motion Picture Film Group for the Eastman Kodak Company, managing a $700 million global distribution operation. (Continued on page 2)
INSIDE THIS ISSUE New health bill expected to help Black community William G. Tompkins
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New health bill expected to help Black community By Wendell Hutson The state’s top doctor said The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 upheld last week by the U.S. Supreme Court would benefit the Black community greatly. “The bill (beginning Jan. 1, 2014) allows for parents to carry their children up to age 26 on their health insurance; those with pre-existing conditions cannot be denied coverage; and those with health problems like diabetes and high blood pressure do not necessarily have to go to free, public health clinics, which sometimes can be discouraging, and instead go to their nearby health clinic or select a primary physician at a hospital,” explained Dr. LaMar Hasbrouck, director of the Illinois Department of Public Health. “This bill will (also) ensure that those from our community have preventive, low cost measures just like those who are ‘well off’ and can afford quality healthcare.” The newly hired Black physician estimates that 1.9 million Illinois residents currently do not have health insurance and that Blacks tend to wait until the last minute to seek medical care often due to no insurance. While all Americans will be required to purchase health insurance
by 2014 (either through their employer or on their own) small businesses with fewer than 50 employees are exempt. That means the overwhelming majority – 96 percent of all businesses in the U.S. or 5.8 million out of 6 million total businesses in the country are exempt from the requirement to contribute to the coverage of their employees, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. And White House officials are spelling out exactly how small businesses would benefit greatly from the new law. According to Jason Furman, assistant to the president for Economic Policy and principal deputy director of the National, other benefits small (Black) businesses can expect from the president’s healthcare bill include: Tax credits for certain small businesses that choose to offer coverage. Currently, small businesses that have fewer than 25 employees and provide health insurance can qualify for a tax credit of up to 35 percent (up to 25 percent for non-profits) to offset the cost of insurance. •No insurance requirement for small businesses. Every small business with fewer than 50 employees is completely exempt from the law’s employer responsibility provisions.
THE NEW HEALTH BILL the president signed two years ago will now make access to healthcare available to all Americans especially, the poor and unemployed.
NEW FEDERAL HEALTH LEGISLATION now means insurance companies cannot deny coverage to anyone with pre-existing conditions. It also means children can remain on their parents’ health insurance until age 26 regardless if they are enrolled in college or not as previous insurance policies had required. Furman said that means the over- insurance out of fear that they will the rising cost of malpractice insurwhelming majority – 96 percent of not be able to find affordable cover- ance for doctors but providing healthcare access to all Americans is a all businesses in the U.S. or 5.8 mil- age elsewhere. Alisa Starks, founder and president great start.” lion out of 6 million total businesses of Inner City Entertainment Inc., During the past 60 years there have in the country are exempt from the owns two movie theaters, 210 which been several attempts to do what requirement to contribute to the E. 87th St. and 3330 W. Roosevelt President Obama eventually accomcoverage of their employees. Road, said she employs around 50 as America’s first Black presiplished •Lowering premiums by cutting employees and spends $5,000 a dent and that’s create some form of red tape and increasing competition month on health insurance premiuniversal healthcare. among insurers. The Congressional Under President Lyndon B. JohnBudget Office estimates the Afford- ums. Due to the struggling economy son Medicaid (for the poor) and able Care Act would cause premiStarks said ICE plans to reduce its Medicare (for the elderly) was created ums to fall up to 4 percent in the healthcare cost from paying 100 perin 1965; in 1986 President Ronald small group market, and up to 11 cent of the premium to a lesser Reagan signed into law the Consolipercent for businesses receiving tax amount. She is not sure what impact dated Omnibus Budget Reconciliacredits. And according to the U.S. the new healthcare bill will have on tion Act (COBRA), which mandates Department of Labor, administrasmall businesses since those with fewemployers allow employees to stay on tive costs could run as high as 30 er than 50 employees are exempt, but the company health insurance up to percent for small businesses, comsaid, “I fully support the bill.” 18 months after leaving employpared with 7 percent for larger busiOther small, Black business owners ment; President Bill Clinton signed nesses. are excited about the possibilities the the Balanced Budget Bill in 1997, •Spurring entrepreneurship and new healthcare bill could bring. which has a provision that allocates increasing competition by giving “The new bill will lower costs to $24 billion to provide health insurtalented workers flexibility to join taxpayers who often pickup the tab ance to uninsured children in families small businesses or startup. By makfor the uninsured. It also provides a of modest means whose incomes are ing coverage more affordable, Fursavings for small businesses with a tax too high to qualify for Medicaid; and man said the law will help spur encredit,” said Dr. Niva Lubin-Johnin 2003 President George W. Bush trepreneurial activity by increasing son, whose healthcare office, Quality signed Medicare Part D, which subsithe incentives for talented AmeriPrimary Care at 8541 S. State St., has dizes the cost of prescription drugs for cans to launch their own companies two employees that cost her $1,200 a Medicare beneficiaries and is adminand help end what he described as month in healthcare premiums. “I istered by private health insurance “job lock,” in which employees are reluctant to leave a job with health would have like to see the bill address plans.
Bill Tompkins named President and CEO of NNPA (Continued from page 1) In addition, he was chief marketing officer of NextGen media Group, the firm that launched the social media news site ReportN. He also was president of William Tompkins Associates, a consulting firm specializing in providing advice on strategic planning and operations. Tompkins is eager to draw on his wealth of experience on behalf of NNPA. “Having had corporate roles during the majority of my career, I now have the opportunity to work with people who represent the heart and soul of what our
country is all about, that being entrepreneurs are making a difference,” he said. And he will make a huge difference for NNPA, a group of publishers who own and operate their own newspapers. “I will be able to create a firm and more solid internal foundation for the Association to ensure that we consistently provide higher quality and more useful services to our members,” Tompkins explained. “I will also be responsible for ensuring the longterm financial viability of the NNPA and for providing bigger revenue streams for our mem-
bers.” According to a job description NNPA provided to candidates for the position, “The President and CEO exercises overall authority and responsibility for the direction of the organization’s personnel, programs and services and drives the execution of the strategy through its daily activities.” The job description also said the president and CEO “is the lead spokesperson and advocate for the organization with the community and a diverse set of partners and stakeholders.” Tompkins received his BA in
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economics magna cum laude from Tufts University and his MBA from the Harvard Business School. He is a former chairman of the National Kidney Foundation and has served on the board of the National Advertising Council. Although many major U.S. daily newspapers are experiencing financial problems as a result of dwindling circulation, community-based publications appear to be much more viable. So much so that a company owned by Warren Buffett, the second-richest person in the United States behind Bill Gates, recently purchased 63 dai-
ly and weekly newspapers from Media General, Inc. for $142 million. “In spite of the transformational changes in the newspaper industry, Black media publications continue to play a critical role in our country, both in terms of their impact on society at large and especially in the role they play in local communities,” Tompkins said. “My background is in media and entertainment so the opportunity to participate in the reinvigoration and transformation of this hidden jewel of newspaper assets will be both exciting and impactful.” The Chicago Crusader
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Contract expires for Public School Educators On June 30, 2012 the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU)/Board of Education 2007 – 2012 collective bargaining agreement expired for the districts more than 25,000 educators. Without a new contract in place, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) may impose a number of changes to the school calendar, class size, holiday schedule, work schedules and school personnel. The Board has the ability to remove holidays from our current schedule. “It is our responsibility to work toward a contract that is fair and equitable to our members and one that will help us give our students the high-quality, first-class education they deserve,” said CTU President Karen GJ Lewis. “While there has been progress in some areas, we remain far apart on many others.” A fact-finder will release recommendations on many of the economic issues on July 16, 2012. Both sides will have 15 days to accept or reject the recommendations. Should both sides accept the fact-finding report will become part of the new contract. Despite the absence of a new collective bargaining agreement, as of July 1, 2012, CTU members still retain specific rights. These rights include, but are not limited
to: Wages – The wages paid to CTU members at the levels currently described in the Appendix A cannot be reduced—regardless of the length of school day. Health Insurance – Members retain the same basic coverage at the same rates described in Appendix B of the contract. Pension Pick-Up – The board will continue to pay the employer contribution for educators’ pensions. Sick Days – Sick day banks remain intact and will continue to accrue. The Union is currently negotiating over payouts of unused sick days, and this will be determined when the contract is settled. However, the PEP program expires at the end of the contract and will not continue unless it is included in the final contract settlement. Grievances – Teachers, paraprofessionals and clinicians still have the right to file and process grievances. Summer School – All of the terms in the current contract should continue without any change. Leaves of Absence – All of the terms in the current contract will remain. Vacation – No change, howev-
er, the Board has already announced its intent to eliminate Columbus and Pulaski days from the current schedule. Whistleblowing —- CTU’s right to monitor and police CPS activity has remained unchanged. There have been critical changes in state law regarding evaluation and teacher practice beginning this school year. Please
reference www.ctunet.com/evaluation for detailed information on the Performance Evaluation Reform Act or the new REACH system being imposed by CPS. CTU has been in contract negotiations with the Board since November 2011. The Chicago Teachers Union represents 30,000 teachers and educational support personnel
working in the Chicago Public Schools and, by extension, the students and families they serve. CTU, an affiliate of the American Federation of Teachers and the Illinois Federation of Teachers, is the third largest teachers local in the country and the largest local union in Illinois. For more information visit CTU’s website at www.ctunet.com.
THE 42-YEAR-OLD storeowner ended a war of words with Father Michael Pfleger about the man’s refusal to hire local residents to work in his store. The owner insisted there was no room for anther employee in spite of Pfleger’s pledge to demonstrate and shut down the store. After a spirited exchange, the men shook hands and agreed to a subsequent meeting.
Mr. President: Are you dissing the Black Press? By Akeya Dickson NNPA News Service
Obama loses...’ This is what I’m hearing in the community.” President Obama will certainly lose if he does not maintain a firm grip on the African-American vote. That much was conceded by the panelists — Broderick Johnson, a campaign senior adviser to President Obama; Hilary Shelton, director of the Washington Bureau of the NAACP; and Julie Greene, deputy political director for the AFL-CIO. “I also honestly won’t apologize for defending the president’s record,” Johnson said. “So I’m Ok with people saying you’re being kind of defensive about his record because I want to defend his record, that’s my responsibility. “And I hope that I’m conveying that there’s a lot that the president is doing that needs to be articulated with your help in ways that your readers and your communities hear and appreciate,” said Johnson. “So I hear you.” But some publishers said that record is not being effectively communicated. Sonny Messiah Jiles, publisher of the Houston Defender, said: “We’re trying to give you feedback from the ground up, this is not an attack. We’re trying to educate you on how to shape our message because right now your message is not coming
ATLANTA – “Get Out the Vote,” a panel discussion at the National Newspaper Publishers Association annual convention, should have been renamed, “Get Out the Anger” as African-American newspaper publishers expressed strong displeasure over what they deemed the failure of President Barack Obama’s administration to accommodate the needs of the Black Press. “We don’t think the president has ever spoken to us. He’s spoken to the Latino community and he’s been specific,” said Robert W. Bogle, publisher of the Philadelphia Tribune and a former NNPA president. “This is the first president since Franklin Roosevelt that has not invited the Black Press to the White House (for an interview).” Although President Obama has met several times with AfricanAmerican newspaper publishers at the White House, he has never addressed an NNPA convention. The NNPA News Service has made repeated requests for a one-on-one interview with the president, but those requests have been denied. Other African-American media outlets have had similar experiences. Heart & Soul magazine, a health
and fitness magazine for women of color, offered to place Michelle Obama on the cover but they, too, were denied an interview with the first lady. African-American media executives, many of them strong supporters of President Obama, are puzzled by President and Mrs. Obama’s frequent appearances on late-night comedy shows yet his staff can’t – or won’t – find time for them to be interviewed by the Black Press. Dorothy Leavell, immediate past chairman of the NNPA Foundation, which operates the NNPA News Service, and BlackPressUSA.com, said the last time the NNPA was granted an interview with Mr. Obama was before he assumed office. “I have made several requests that we be allowed to have an interview. All 200 of us cannot get an interview with the president, that’s unreasonable,” she said. “But for a national organization such as NNPA to not be allowed to interview the president, that’s unacceptable.” Disillusionment with the president and his staff is not limited to the Black Press. “They feel that they’re being taken for granted, they don’t feel included,” said Jaime Cain, publisher of the Times Weekly newspaper in Joliet, Ill. “I’m hearing, ‘So when President
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through to our readers or to the community. And in some cases, some of us aren’t clear on what your message is.” Jiles wasn’t the only one unclear about the message. “Where’s my information that you brought to me today? There are 200 newspapers here. What I’m saying is this is a public relations nightmare that you’re hearing in terms of communication,” said Jim Washington, publisher of the Dallas Weekly. “Who is responsible in any of your organizations dealing specifically with the press in this room? You need to go back and say, ‘You missed the opportunity.’” Shelton, who said that he is on Capitol Hill and in the White House at least once a week, said that he has also witnessed a breakdown in communications. “They don’t know how to talk about all of the great things they’ve done. We do a better job at the NAACP of talking about what (President Obama) has done for us,” Shelton said. “We talk about the
health care bill. The first bill the president signed into law around health care was S-CHIP. Four million children added to the health care roll, 35 percent of them were African American. They should have claimed that victory. We did. “I know Broderick (Johnson) gets it, but there are a lot of people in the White House press office who don’t,” said Shelton. And they’re going to have to fix that problem.” Leavell said the problem has to be fixed from the inside. “They need some of us in the campaign. I don’t see anybody from my community in Chicago involved in the campaign downtown,” said Leavell, publisher of The Crusader in Chicago and Gary, Ind. “You better get out there. You better get us involved,” said Leavell. “I’m going to vote, because I understand the importance of it. I know the sacrifices that were made. But our young people don’t know, and will not come out if they are not involved. You need to get on the case.”
A story in the 6-23-2012 issue of the Crusader about a Chicago woman being cured of sickle cell disease should have read the treatments were performed at the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System. The Crusader regrets the error. Saturday, July 7, 2012
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EDITORIAL INDEPENDENCE DAY IN BLACK AMERICA Recently, the Supreme Court of the United States upheld Obamacare, which is essentially a win for President Barack Obama and for a number of uninsured Americans. Almost at the same instant, United States Attorney General Eric Holder was held in contempt for a caper theatrically dubbed “Fast and Furious.” It was the first time that a sitting attorney general has been subjected to such an action. Both of these incidents, Obamacare and the Eric Holder debacle, involve very high ranking African Americans. It is interesting in what is being called “post-racial America” that we have such a wide range of issues facing the Black community. On the one hand, the president of the United States and the attorney general are African American. In addition to this, Tiger Woods, Lebron James and Serena Williams are still at the top of their games in the sports arena. On other fronts, lesser known African Americans are the CEOs of major corporations, and are making inroads in various and sundry fields of endeavor. At the same time, other African Americans languish at the bottom of society, and some are even trying to dig deeper holes in order to sink lower in the mud of degradation. Basically, it is obvious that, like the schism between the rich and poor in America, a similar schism is apparent between Blacks at the top of the socioeconomic ladder and those at the very bottom. There is a class gap. When it comes to poverty, one size does not fit all. What message does this have for African Americans as we celebrate the July 4th holiday, dubbed Independence Day? It certainly means more than picnics and barbecue; more than fireworks. Even though the Colonies were able to wrest their independence from King George, many Blacks are still fighting for independence in America. And judging from the wide range of experiences among African Americans, some have been able to use their skills to carve out a modicum of independence, while others still don’t have a clue. Now, this is not to say that Blacks have “arrived,” whatever that may mean. It does point to the notion that independence is not something that is usually voluntarily given; it is earned, it is fought for, and it requires hard work for its realization. For starters, there are a few things that we can do that will help all of us on this journey. This is important because, no matter what our position, we are linked together, and the weakest link can determine what happens to the whole racial chain, i.e., the rest of us. We can begin to keep our communities clean and safe. We can trust each other and economically support each other. And most importantly, we can STOP KILLING EACH OTHER!!! This is something that no government or other entity outside of the community can do for us. The buck stops with the Black community. And the truth of the matter is that if we do just these few things, we may demonstrate enough unity that we can have a significant political and economic impact in America. We can save ourselves. Be not deluded; this will not happen until we make it happen. We will not experience true independence until we decide to do what we have to do. Period. A luta continua.
Chicago is fast reclaiming the title of America’s capital of murder and mayhem. In the last three weekends, the city had over onehundred shootings and eighteen murders. Chicago has become “Kill-cago,” and city violence has again become a national story. What’s really going on Chicago? Why is the Second City the lead story in urban violence? When we look at the facts, Chicago is the ultimate “too city.” One, the public educational system is too dysfunctional. With a price tag of almost six billion dollars a year, Chicago Public Schools graduate less than half of its students. Only six of every one hundred high school grads graduate from a four year college or university in four years. This year’s education agenda? We are looking at longer school days, no major curriculum overhaul, and a possible teachers strike. We have political gamesmanship, failing schools, and ill-equipped young people roaming the streets. Two, Black communities are disconnected from the real political dynamic of the city. Over the last decade, Chicago lost 180,000 Blacks. The old public housing ring around the Loop was dismantled, and formerly stable Black communities were disrupt-
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR “What’s Up With Chicago?: It’s The Too City” Dear Editor:
ed and disoriented by an influx of poor people and a middle class exodus. In the regime change from Daley to Emanuel, Black leadership was sidelined and remains handpicked by the real power brokers. Black communities are left reeling without the natural processes of leadership development that would allow self-determination. These communities are the epicenters of the city’s murder and mayhem. Three, city law enforcement apparatus is too parochial. Police personnel are recruited through historic processes of nepotism and cronyism, and the Chicago Police Department lacks the cultural diversity reflected in all of the city’s communities. There are great officers, for sure, but law enforcement resembles an occupying force in minority communities. Community policing is a practical impossibility when officers are culturally distinctive from the community. Four, economic disparities and the impact of public policies are too wide among the city’s neighborhoods. The rich neighborhoods in Chicago are insulated and very rich, poor hoods are isolated and very poor. The middle classes are squeezed by high taxes, plummeting home values, fees and fines, parking meters, gotcha tickets, and a general higher cost for lower standards of living. Fractured families that were already hurting are hurting an awful lot more. As we have seen, that pain will be difficult to con-
tain in hurting neighborhoods. Five, our metro region circulates too many hand guns that are found used in inner city crimes. Barrington, Illinois has a large gun distributor in the same community as a large church. Suburban gun shops are suppliers of arms used in urban crimes. Guns alone don’t kill people, but sick people with convenient access to handguns do. Since we don’t see our region as one big community, (Continued on page 16)
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Gentrification is Rolling into our Neighborhoods By Harry C. Alford NNPA Columnist Gentrification: The process of renewal and rebuilding accompanying the influx of middle-class or affluent people into deteriorating areas that often displaces poorer residents. (Merriam-Webster Dictionary). This vile system of transplanting traditional Black neighborhoods from a geography rich with legacy to a redeveloped area void of any of the history and culture we created. The Black residents are taxed out or moved out if they are renters. Where is this happening? A report by Michael J. Petrilli of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute clearly shows where the worst gentrification is happening within our nation. His source is the U.S. Census zip code tracking by race 2000 vs. 2010. He has compiled the Top 25 worst zip codes in this nation as far as gentrification is concerned. Chocolate cities aren’t so chocolate anymore. You can take a good look at Washington, DC, our nation’s capitol. Gentrification is on the rampage. Of the 12 active city council seats, six are possessed by whites. D.C. has three zip codes in
Harry C. Alford the Top 25. Zip code 20001 grew in white population by 27.2 percent during those ten years. That is the tenth highest growth in the nation. Zip code 20010 grew by 24.7 percent which is the 14th highest. While zip code 20005 grew by 21.1 percent. Only Brooklyn exceeds D.C. in having zip codes in the Top 25. Brooklyn has four zip codes. Zip code 11205 has white population growth by 29.6 percent which is sixth highest. That is followed by 11206 which grew by 29.0 percent.
Zip code 11238 has growth of 21.5 percent and zip code 11237 has growth of 19.7 percent. No other New York borough made it on the Top 25. They are gentrifying Brooklyn like I-95 going north. The city with the worst case of gentrification is none other than Columbia, South Carolina. This capital city’s zip code 29202 had a change over from nonwhite to white of 47.1 percent. That is number one! Another South Carolina city, Charleston, has its strong dose of gentrification. Zip code 29492 had white growth of 27.0 percent. Where are the Black folks going? The mid-size town of Chattanooga, Tennessee doesn’t surprise me. We have had experience with the contempt that is shown against anything Black in this town. It is mid-size but yet it has two zip codes in the Top 25. Chattanooga zip code 37408 had a growth of 38.7 percent which makes it the second highest gentrified zip code in the entire nation. Zip code 37403 experienced growth in white population of 22.9 percent. My brothers and sisters of Chattanooga, what are they doing to you? What is happening in the South Loop of Chicago puts it in the Top
25. Zip code 60604 shows a growth of 37.7 percent which makes it the third highest gentrified zip code in the nation. It is not stopping there. The gentrification posse has the South Side on its mind and in its playbook. It won’t be long. Very few communities west of the Mississippi are experiencing much gentrification. San Diego, California and Portland, Oregon are the only cities with zip codes in the Top 25 - 21.1 percent (21st) and 20.1 (24th) respectively. A solution to this onslaught of gentrification is strict planning ordinances and rigid building codes. Cities like Santa Barbara, California are fierce in enforcing their zoning laws. This beautiful city is just as beautiful today as it was when I was growing up 25 miles south of there in Oxnard, California. As for my town, it was once a peaceful city by the ocean. Its Black population when I was there was 12 percent and growing. Today it is less than four percent. It is really very sad. All of the landmarks are gone with nouveau architecture and landscaping. They should have learned from Santa Barbara. When we brought the National
Black Chamber of Commerce to Washington, D.C. the city was 82% Black. Today, it is less than 60% and the culture and business community is changing rapidly. Near Southeast around the new baseball stadium there is much newly built housing and it is inhabited by white professionals. The Shaw District is changing so fast that it is hard to find a Black owned restaurant in that area. At night, the side walks are filled with white pedestrians. Ben’s Chili Bowl is packed with white patrons. The late Rodney King’s: “Can’t we all get along?,” still applies today. We won’t be able to really get along until we learn to live amongst each other and interact with peace and love. Sometimes it looks as if we are Bedouin tribes roaming about the land and holding only temporary roots until the next move. Let’s cut the development schemes based on race and stand for stabilization and legacy building. Mr. Alford is the co-founder, President/CEO of the National Black Chamber of Commerce®. Website: www.nationalbcc.org. Email: halford@nationalbcc.org.
Clarence Thomas Worse than a Member of the KKK By George E. Curry NNPA Columnist As the nation eagerly awaited the Supreme Court’s decision on the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act, all eyes were focused on Anthony M. Kennedy, a staunch conservative who occasionally supplies the lone swing vote that tilts the court’s narrow 5-4 rulings in one direction or the other. But this time, to the surprise of arch-conservatives who had championed his cause, Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr. sided with the liberal bloc on the Supreme Court, giving President Obama an unexpected clear victory in his signature legislative accomplishment. What was not surprising was that Clarence Thomas would not step into the role filled by Roberts. He is widely regarded as the most conservative member of a conservative-dominated Supreme Court. Thomas is far more conservative that Hugo Black, a former member of the Ku Klux Klan who served on the court from 1937-1971. Black, a former U.S. Senator from Alabama (he once filibustered an anti-lynching bill) joined the KKK in the early 1920s. In fact, during the 1926 election, he gave speeches at The Chicago Crusader
George E. Curry KKK meetings throughout the state. Black later acknowledged that joining the Klan was a mistake and became one of the most liberal members of the Supreme Court, strongly backing the principle of “one man, one vote” and using the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment to forbid racial discrimination. No such luck with Clarence Thomas. In every major case involving affirmative action – including Texas v. Hopwood, Adarand v. Pena and Grutter v. Bollinger – Thomas voted against the interests of African Americans. What makes that so strange is that Thomas has benefited from affirmative action throughout his adult life. In their excellent book, Supreme Discomfort: The Divided Soul of
Clarence Thomas, Kevin Merida and Michael A. Fletcher, two colleagues at the Washington Post, write: “Every Thomas employer, from [Former Missouri Sen. John] Danforth, who gave him his first job, to President George H.W. Bush, who nominated him to the Supreme Court, chose Thomas at least partly because he is Black. Race is a central fact of his meteoric rise, and Thomas has alternately denied it and resented it – all the way to the top.” To characterize Thomas’ behavior as resentment is an understatement. The late U.S. Appeals Court Judge Leon Higginbotham observed, “I have often pondered how is it that Justice Thomas, an African-American, could be so insensitive to the plight of the powerless. Why is he no different, or probably worse, than many of the most conservative Supreme Court justices of the century? I can only think of one Supreme Court justice during the century who was worse than Justice Clarence Thomas: James McReynolds, a white supremacist who referred to Blacks as ‘niggers’.” Though arguably the worst, Thomas is by no means the only African American who votes against the interests of his community. Alabama Congressman Artur
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Davis was soundly defeated for reelection two years ago because he betrayed his constituents. Under the delusion that he could become the first Black governor of Alabama, Davis fervently attacked local Black leaders and was the only member of the Congressional Black Caucus to vote against the Affordable Care Act. Longtime Alabama State Senator Hank Sanders challenged Davis tactics. “Some whites use race to consolidate white voters during election and some Blacks use race to consolidate Black voters,” Sanders wrote in his newsletter, Senate Sketches. “But this time, there is a new context: a technically well qualified Black person is running for Governor of Alabama in the Democratic Primary against a technically well qualified white. There is also a new twist: a Black person is attempting to use the race of other Blacks to consolidate whites behind him. It’s a new context with new twists in an age old saga.” The saga did not end well for Davis, who has since joined the Republican Party. He lost 10 of the 12 counties that made up his congressional district, some by as much as 70 percent. He even lost his own polling place in Birmingham. And let’s not forget Edolphus Saturday, July 7, 2012
Towns, the Democratic Congressman from Brooklyn. Though Towns did not vote for a civil contempt citation against Attorney General Eric Holder, he took a more cowardly approach by voting present. We should not be surprised. This is the same person who supported Hillary Clinton over Barack Obama in 2008. Before that, he backed Republican Rudy Giuliani for mayor over Manhattan Borough President Ruth Messenger. Fortunately, Towns is not seeking re-election. When I look at Clarence Thomas, Artur Davis, Edolphus Towns and others we should hold in contempt, I think back to what Thurgood Marshall said about Clarence Thomas: “There’s no difference between a white snake and a black snake. They’ll both bite.” George E. Curry, former editor-in-chief of Emerge magazine, is editor-in-chief of the National Newspaper Publishers Association News Service (NNPA) and editorial director of Heart & Soul magazine. He is a keynote speaker, moderator, and media coach. Curry can be reached through his Web site, www.georgecurry.com. You can also follow him at www.twitter.com/currygeorge. 5
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Worrill’s World By Dr. Conrad W. Worrill
REMEMBERING PATRICE LUMUMBA (Dr. Conrad Worrill, National Chairman Emeritus of the National Black United Front (NBUF) located at 1809 East 71st Street, Suite 211, Chicago, Illinois, 60649, 773-493-0900, Fax# 773-493-9819, E-mail: nbufchic@sbcglobal.net, Web site: nbufront.org)
Dr. Conrad Worrill We should remember to lift the spirit of some of our great ancestors who made significant contributions to the African Liberation Movement. July 2nd was the 87th birthday of one of these great heroes, Patrice Lumumba. The meaning of the life and
work of our beloved brother, Patrice Lumumba was rooted in his determination to fight against the forces of the European world in the most turbulent period of the history of the Congo. We should commemorate the birthday of this late, great African leader, who stood against all the forces in the European world and the African world who were steadfast in their efforts to stop the real Independence Movement of the people of the Congo. It is important for us to understand, today, that those who stand and fight against the evil of the European world take on a serious task and challenge. Herein lies the legacy of Patrice Lumumba. Patrice Lumumba was born July 2, 1925 in Katako Kombe, a small village in a remote area of the African continent, then referred to as the Congo. Born to a family of five and educated by missionaries, he was able to caste off the domination of European influences on his life and relate to the interests of the masses of Congolese people. At an early age, he recognized the need to develop the kind of skills necessary to become an active participant in the African Liberation struggle. In his efforts to develop his skills, Patrice had a variety of work experiences
that included his being employed in a hospital and a post office, which gave him greater insights into the overall oppression of the Congolese people. The more contact Patrice had with the European world, the more he developed the kind of political consciousness that made him one of the most important leaders in the African Independence Movement. As a result of his participation as the secretary in the Liberal Party of the Congo and his efforts to talk with the Belgian officials, Lumumba was able to see that independence and freedom for his people would not come through the efforts of the Liberal Party or negotiations with the Europeans. His outspokenness and determination to find a vehicle to free the Congolese people led to his being sentenced to two years in prison. Although his prison sentence was cut short, upon his release, the Belgian colonialists, along with their African servants, attempted to isolate Patrice from the growing independence movement of the masses of the people. In October 1958, Patrice helped form the National Congolese Movement, which was to become the forerunner in the liberation struggle. In December of 1958,
Patrice was invited to a conference of African nations hosted by Kwame Nkrumah in Accra, Ghana. It was through this conference that Patrice began to establish contact with the leaders of the Liberation Movements in other African countries. From this point forward, the Liberation Movement in the Congo escalated to the point that the Belgian government decided to grant the Congolese people their so-called freedom on June 30, 1960. At the Independence Day Ceremony on June 30th, while his African movement friends were thanking the Belgians for granting them their independence, it is said the Lumumba became enraged. He grabbed the microphone and told his people that the colonization of the Congo was nothing other than the domination of the European world over the African world. He went on to point out that the humiliating system of slavery, which was imposed upon the African people of the Congo by European forces was done because they were African. This statement by Patrice Lumumba caused the white world and their African servants to conspire in the next year to find a way to get rid of this most courageous spokesman for the in-
terest of the Congolese people. Patrice Lumumba was assassinated on January 17, 1961 at the hands of African mercenaries working in the interests of the Europeans through the United States and the CIA. This fact was recently revealed in Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney’s International Relations Hearings. Before his death, Lumumba wrote a letter to his wife that signified the essence of his involvement in the struggle to free his people. Patrice wrote, in part: “I want my children, who I leave behind and perhaps will never see again, to be told that the future of the Congo is beautiful and that their country expects them, as it expects every Congolese, to fulfill the sacred task of rebuilding on our independence, our sovereignty, for without justice there is no dignity and without independence there are no free men…Do not weep for me, my companion, I know that my country, now suffering so much, will be able to defend its independence and freedom.” In conclusion, we can say that the external enemies, (or the enemies from without), and internal enemies (or the enemies from within), led to the demise and death of Patrice Lumumba. But, fortunately, his legacy lives on.
Congress both gives and takes away opportunities to college students By Julianne Malveaux NNPA Columnist Cheers to the 112th Congress for holding interest rates on college loans down. Instead of doubling to 6.4 percent, the interest rate on federal college student loans will remain at the 3.2 percent level. However, this proviso is only in effect for one year. This time next year, congress will be waging the same fight. Young people, especially enrolled students and recent college grads, along with those who work in education, especially higher education, might want to think about these things when they head to the polls in November. Of course a man like Mitt Romney might ask why the entire population ought to subsidize loan rates for college grads that need to borrow to complete their educations. Why should we subsidize anybody? We subsidized the automobile industry with low cost loans because it helped us shore up our nation’s economic 6
strength. We subsidized banks with virtually no-cost loans because they were, supposedly, “too big to fail,” we subsidize homeowners by allowing them to deduct the interest costs of their loans. Why not subsidize the students whose college completion
Further, graduating students will have to pay their loans back as soon as they graduate, not with the six-month grace period they previously enjoyed. This makes no sense! Many students do not graduate with jobs already lined up; they graduate looking for jobs. So many have experienced job setbacks that they are moving back home with mom and dad, not out into the world. On top of survival costs, we are also saying that students have to start paying loans back immediately. Again, it has been a matter of public policy to delay loan payments for some subgroups of people. We have, for example, agreed to restructure mortgage rates for some mortgage holders; we have allowed large companies in trouble to both take out subsidized loans and also to delay repayment on them. We say we believe our young people are our future, but we hold them to harsher terms than we do corporations. Congress says their two moves will save the treasury $20
holds up our economic futures. President Obama says he wants our nation to lead the world in the percentage of our population
who has either an AA or a BA degree. We won’t do that unless we help students who come from low and moderate-income families with their college costs. Despite holding interest rates down, Congress has found other ways to hurt, not help, college students. Effective this Sunday, the federal government will no longer subsidize interest on loans. That means that if a student takes out a loan to pay for her education, she must IMMEDIATELY pay the interest on that loan. In the past, those interest costs were subsidized, and students did not have to worry about paying their loans back until after graduation. Students take out loans because they don’t have the money to pay for graduation. Many also work long hours to pay for things like books, food, and other costs. Now, we are planning to add interest rate payments to this burden. Congress might as well say “bah, humbug” to students, especially after they’ve chosen to keep interest rates down.
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billion, and that in times of economic challenges they have to save every penny they can. But at what cost and to what end? If these increased costs push some students into deferring education, our nation is, in the long run, a loser. If some decide that a BA degree is enough, even though they were headed toward that science Ph.D., then we are all losers. This Congress has chosen to be extremely shortsighted, and to wrap their limited vision in incendiary rhetoric about budget balancing. I don’t blame this Congress. They have been empowered to behave poorly. I blame those voters who have selected these people as leaders. The misplaced priorities of this Congress are most clear when we look at their preoccupation with finding Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress. Our nation is worried about jobs, but Congress is mistakenly worried about wringing nonexistent or privileged documents from a (Continued on page 16) The Chicago Crusader
THE CHATTERBOX By Ima Gontellit EDITOR'S NOTE: This column is published as political satire, street gossip and humor, and therefore should not be considered as fact but rather as matter of opinion. None of the items therein are collected by the news gathering staff of the Crusader Newspaper Group. Items forwarded to The Chatterbox are kept confidential unless otherwise requested by the author in writing. For submissions please forward to: AChicagoCrusader@aol.com. Original photography and artwork are permitted. Thank you for reading!
-ImaUP IN ARMS!!!
-ImaHAVE ANYBODY SEEN . . .?
Eric Holder
Ima been looking high and low for Congressman Jesse Jackson, but to no avail (as the proper folks say). But there is plenty of speculation. Ima aint saying it’s true and Ima ain’t saying it ain’t true but it do make some sense about Congressman Jr. Jesse Jackson and Megapastor for Boys Eddie Long being at the same seminar. Both men claiming they are trying to repair they marriages is taking time off from their jobs, probably with pay. But Ima just want to know is the title of the seminar “How to Quit Being a Ho?”
Last week was a mixed bag for President Barack Obammy. First, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Health Act, but the Congress found Attorney General Eric Holder in contempt of Congress. The Romneyites and the Black-haters in Congress including Crying Butt Boehner was po’ed to say the least and swears that they’re going to repeal the Act. The problem is that a lot of folks their color
will be in trouble if the Act is repealed, but who cares it’s just poor people and those folks who are gouged by insurance companies if they are not a part of a big group. They were so mad that Boehner’s neck and face turned orange. It was an act of defiance when Democrats, except for the 17 insignificant and turncoats that voted with the Republicans, to find Holder in contempt, walked out of the Congress and did not vote. They numbered around 100. The Congress, led by the red necks of the Republican party, is CONTEMPTIBLE and DISGUSTING. By the way who asked Judy Barr Topinka’s, Illinois Comptroller, her opinion? Ima don’t give a (you know what) about her or any
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VICTORY FOR OBAMA . . . BUT
nobody wants the job anymore.
other person who is contributing exactly zero to the welfare of US in Illinois. RACISM is at an all-time HIGH in this country.
-ImaCRIME IS RABBIT!! Overheard in the church social hall this past week. Some members of the church (which shall remain anon – anonny – annoy - you know what Ima mean she ain’t gonna say which church it was) were talking
Mayor Emanuel about how dangerous the streets and neighborhoods is on the south and west sides. Babies being killed, women minding their own business, standing at the bus stop waiting on the bus, folks in dey house watching television, everywhere and anywhere dey are subject to be among the long list of the dead. One member was saying that Mr. Tough On Crime Mayor Emanuel is losing the battle ‘cause crime is rabbit. I asked my colleagues at the newspaper what did he mean and dey said he must have meant rampant. Rabbit or rampant, crime is sholy out of control and Ballerina Emanuel better get on the case or he will be a one-term Mayor, unlessen
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The words was still hot that President Obammy was going to be at the Bud Billiken Parade when it was said it ain’t on his schedule. Now Laura Washington may have a point when she say that Obammy don’t want to be seen with his homies, but then I wondered who she was talking about. ‘Cause the University of Chicago heirachy don’t patronize the Bud Billiken parade, dey send the low rung folks to battle the hot sun or the rain that is known to sometimes come down so hard that it makes yu think Noah’s Ark is on the way. Most Black folks are losing their patience with how Barack is acting towars us’n and the Bud Billiken parade could cost him some votes, a lot of votes. But now Ima don’t like to say bad things about the President, but he sure is kinda distancing himself from folks of the darker hue. Overheard on 47th Street was the opinion of a man laying in the gutter that Obammy wouldn’t have been President of the United States if he had decided to try to pass for white!! Maybe, somebody needs to let him know what the gutter folks are saying.
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Governments seek to help minority businesses By Wendell Hutson The future of minority-owned businesses in Cook County and across the country are so grim that the deputy director for the U.S. Small Business Administration recently came to town to find out why. Recently, Peter Gibbs hosted a free business seminar at Chicago State University on the South Side for minority contractors and small businesses interested in learning more about competing for government contracts. And among the things discussed with a collage of minority-owned business owners were how to access financing, bidding on contracts, requirements to bid on government contracts, how to go from a subcontractor to a contractor, and how some businesses, such as security, could get bonded. Wanda Wright, a spokeswoman for CSU, said one purpose for the seminar was to further engage minority-owned businesses in the bidding process for city, county, state, and federal contracts many often do not apply, are unaware of or do not meet the requirements. The Chatham Business Association (CBA) on the South Side is one local association working with small business owners to assist them in getting “their fair share of the pie,” said Melinda Kelly, executive director. Mayor Rahm Emanuel met earlier this year with Kelly and members of the CBA to discuss how the city could help minorityowned businesses. He acknowledged past problems within the city and said he is addressing those issues. He pointed to the faster turn around time to receive a city-issued permit to begin construction, has been cut
to three months from six. Our goal is to help minorityand women-owned businesses grow to the point they can compete in the marketplace,” Emanuel added. In January the city announced a new program aimed at helping minority and women-owned businesses transition quickly from the city’s Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) program and into the marketplace. A thriving minority- and women-owned business community is essential in a world-class city, said Jamie Rhee, commissioner of the city’s Department of Procurement. And Chicago focuses on minority businesses through its MWBE Procurement program, which Rhee said is designed to meet annual goals for the participation of minority - and women - owned businesses in the city’s construction and non-construction contracts. “One of our top goals is making sure that minority- and womenowned businesses can grow and find a consistent, stable place in the market,” Rhee added. And last month Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle had announced a $200 million partnership she put together over the next three-to-five years with local lending institutions to help promote and strengthen opportunities with small, minority, and women owned businesses in Cook County. “Throughout my time in public office, it has been a top priority to promote and expand opportunities for small businesses, and minority and women-owned businesses,” explained Preckwinkle. “The Small Business Financing Initiative is bringing the county, lending institutions and small
A GROUP OF SMALL business owners got a chance to share their concerns about challenges in doing business with the city. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Jamie Rhee, the city’s chief procurement officer share a light moment during the meeting. businesses together to strengthen the economy throughout the region, while leveling the playing field for local businesses.” The county’s Small Business Financing Initiative is a commitment to award $200 million in county projects to small, minority, and woman-owned businesses over the next three to five years. And these projects are largely components of the Cook County’s Capital Improvement Program, the work projected from the Cook County Department of Highways and other work generated by the county, such as projects financed through Neighborhood Stabilization Program and HOME Investment Partnership Program funding. Preckwinkle added that one of the most significant hurdles for small businesses is accessing capi-
tal to finance projects and staffing at the early stages of a contract. So to remove that barrier, she also announced a partnership the county formed with lending institutions. Those lending institutions participants included JPMorgan Chase & Co., PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., U.S. Bank, Citibank, Fifth Third Bank, Wells Fargo & Company, Urban Partnership Bank, B.M.O. Harris Bank, N.A., Charter One Financial, and The Private Bank & Trust Company. In the last 18 months, several changes have been made to the county’s procurement code to facilitate faster payment to contractors and subcontractors, according to Preckwinkle. For example, previously there were five steps in the process re-
quiring board approval, but now board approval is required only at the contract execution stage for contracts of $150,000 or more. Additionally, she said the Cook County Office of Contract Compliance is better utilizing several tools, such as segmenting contracts, establishing contract-specific goals, and creating pre-qualification pools in order to ensure that participation goals are met, and in several cases, exceeded. According to Preckwinkle, several minority organizations, such as the African American Contractor’s Association, the Association of Asian Construction Enterprises, Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and Black Contractors United, have endorsed the program.
AT&T 4G LTE expands to Chicago’s South Side and suburbs More customers to benefit from ultra-fast mobile internet on the latest LTE devices
from customers on our 4G LTE launch, and as today’s expansion shows, we are continuing our rollout of fast 4G LTE speeds to more areas of Chicago,” said AT&T Illinois Vice President General Manager Dave Fine.
deliver a better network experience.
AT&T has expanded its 4G LTE network to Chicago’s South Side and suburbs, bringing more customers the latest generation of wireless network technology. AT&T launched 4G LTE in Chicago on Sept. 19, 2011, and the expanded coverage is part of its ongoing rollout across the market. AT&T is bringing 4G LTE coverage to several Chicago South Side locations, including many South suburbs, such as Hickory Hills, Palos Heights, Alsip, Country Club Hills, Oak Lawn and Evergreen Park, among others. “We’ve seen positive response
• Faster speeds. LTE technology is capable of delivering speeds faster than many other mobile Internet technologies. Customers can stream, download, upload and game faster than ever before. • Cool new devices. AT&T offers several LTE-compatible devices, including new AT&T 4G LTE smartphones and tablets, such as
the HTC One™ X, Samsung Focus® 2 (available May 20), Nokia Lumia 900, Samsung Galaxy Note™, and Pantech Element™ tablet. • Faster response time. LTE technology offers lower latency, or the processing time it takes to move data through a network, such as how long it takes to start downloading a webpage or file once you’ve sent the request. Lower latency helps to improve services like mobile gaming, two-way video calling and telemedicine. • More efficient use of spectrum. Wireless spectrum is a finite resource, and LTE uses spectrum more efficiently than other technologies, creating more space to carry data traffic and services and to
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AT&T 4G LTE provides several benefits, including:
AT&T’s 4G Network AT&T customers have access to the nation’s largest 4G network, covering more than 260 million people. According to recent thirdparty speed tests by PCWorld, AT&T 4G LTE speeds are faster than the competition. Testing in 13 cities showed that AT&T’s combination of 4G LTE and HSPA+ technologies delivered faster download speeds than any other carrier tested. “The world is moving faster, and at AT&T, we’re investing to give our customers mobile internet speeds that are faster, too. In fact, AT&T has invested more than $1
billion in our Illinois networks each of the last three years to help meet the explosive growth in mobile data demand for consumers and businesses. Our 4G LTE network offers the fastest mobile broadband speeds and we’re excited to offer it to more customers in Chicago and in the south suburbs today,” said AT&T Illinois President Paul La Schiazza. “As mobile data has become essential to virtually all sectors of our economy including education, healthcare, law enforcement, transportation and manufacturing Illinois should adopt policies to attract more private sector investment in fast broadband networks to better compete in the global economy. The world is moving faster, and Illinois can’t afford to slow down.” The Chicago Crusader
BUSINESS CFPB under assault: Non-bank lenders seek exemption Consumer advocates revive efforts to preserve Dodd-Frank Reforms By Charlene Crowell NNPA Columnist In the aftermath of a vigilant and successful effort to better protect consumer finances, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) faces a forceful effort to undermine its mission and operation. Even before CFPB reaches its first anniversary of operation, proposed federal legislation that would exempt a variety of nonbank lenders and has attracted 19 co-sponsors representing portions of Arizona, California, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas, and Wisconsin. House Bill 1909, sponsored by California Representative Joe Baca (CA-43), would create a new federal charter for non-bank financial service providers to bypass CFPB. It would also preempt state consumer protection laws and rollback consumer gains nationwide. Already several states across the country have passed strong consumer protections against the very
same lenders this federal legislation would reverse. If enacted, non-bank lenders would no longer be subject to the federal Truth in Lending Act. Currently TILA requires disclosure of the cost of credit as an annual percentage rate (APR). The beneficiaries of this legislation would be a wide range of businesses that offer reloadable prepaid debit cards, payday and car title loans, rent-to-own agreements, pawn shops, check cashing services and more. On the losing side would be 30 million consumers who either have no bank account – the unbanked — or those who use very limited bank services – the underbanked. Further if enacted, a twotiered financial system would be created and the almost certain exploitation of consumers using these products. According to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Black consumers represent over 30 percent of underbanked households and more than 20 percent of unbanked. Black
Charlene Crowell consumers together with Hispanic, American Indian/Alaskan and consumers represent 56 percent of all unbanked households. Businesses that provide goods or services at a competitive and fair price earn a loyal customer base; they offer consumers value for their hard-earned dollars. Yet many nonbank financial services included in
HB 1909 have never been of this ilk. Instead, their ‘repeat business’ results from high fees that entrap customers into long-term debt. The irony is that these same ‘services’ were marketed as short-term transactions. Any financial product that leaves a consumer worse off financially than before can hardly be termed a ‘service.’ Fortunately, a number of consumer advocates are actively working to inform and oppose the renewed de-regulation efforts and include Americans for Financial Reform and U.S. PIRG. In announcing its opposition to HR 1909, the DC-based Consumer Federation of America, was as clear as it was direct. “We oppose any steps intended to remove non-bank lenders from the oversight of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.” In a recent letter to Capitol Hill lawmakers, the Center for Responsible Lending advised in part on HR 1909, “This shift exposes consumers and the financial services marketplace to the very dan-
gers that contributed to the economic crisis. The CFPB was created for the sole purpose of protecting consumers through oversight, rulemaking and enforcement of the rules for the very consumer financial products marketed and sold by the companies covered in this legislation.” Continuing CRL added, “Less than six months after the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has been fully operational with a director in place, H.R. 1909 or similar legislation would backtrack on Congress’ promise to consumers. These bills offer nothing new or beneficial for consumers – and removing consumer finance companies from CFPB oversight will set a precedent for many other companies to also seek to be excluded.” Charlene Crowell is a communications manager with the Center for Responsible Lending. She can be reached at: Charlene.crowell@responsiblelending.org.
So Many Choices . . . So Many Screens By Cheryl Pearson-McNeil NNPA Columnist
of y’all know what I’m talking about. Today, of course, we can watch video or media content whenever, wherever and however we want – on actual televisions that are connected to either cable,
in-between. However, even with all of these cool technological choices, the latest Cross-Platform Report revealed that television remains the platform of choice for watching content. Now, the television has certainly gone through a few facelifts, but it is still one of the main sources we use. The number of people who have HDTV sets grew by more than 8 million over the past year. Live and time-shifted TV reigns supreme; accounting for more than 33 hours of viewing per week on average among Americans. Our community, however, is not average as we continue to top those numbers. The study shows that African-Americans still over-index in traditional TV viewing, clocking more than 57 hours a week in front of our televisions. The average AfricanAmerican household also owns four or more televisions. Yes, this is great for darting from room to room without missing a beat of your favorite show; but, I personally stay super-glued to my comfy couch and only watch one of the four TV’s in the house. Even though all Americans watch more traditional television than any other platform, the Cross-Platform Report shows that traditional TV viewing actually declined one half of one per-
I’ve said it before – we are spoiled rotten. Reviewing Nielsen’s latest Cross-Platform Report, How We Watch from Screen to Screen, I can’t help but smile and remember the earlier days of “watching television.” (You, know the one screen, the only option we had). I suspect a good many of you sometimes get a bit nostalgic, too (even though now we probably would be hardpressed to part with any of our current technological conveniences). Before flat screens, HD, satellite, DVR, cable, hundreds of “channels” and the internet, plus a growing number of devices to watch “TV” – we had one, maybe two (if you were lucky) TV “sets” in the house. Before we had all of these fancy remotes, people actually got up to manually turn a dial to change stations, adjust the volume and turn the set on or off. Back then, which wasn’t actually all that long ago, there were maybe five broadcast stations – the three major networks ABC, CBS and NBC, followed by PBS and maybe an independent station or two which required a tweak of your TV antenna to achieve a clear picture, and you know the secret tool was that aluminum foil. I know a lot
telephone company or satellite subscriptions, game consoles or timeshifted viewing (DVR, ondemand and cloud-based DVRs); or on our computers, tablets or mobile phones through online streaming with Netflix, Hulu and other video apps. We’re talking everything here – from new movie releases, to our oldie-butgoodie TV shows and everything
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cent (or about 46 minutes per month) after consistent yearover-year growth. This is attributed to simply leveling off after a period of sustained growth, weather, economic factors or the plethora other viewing options available to us we’ve already named. Of our total monthly viewing time, all TV homes (including those with cable provider-enabled time-shifting and homes with DVRs) report watching 13 hours of timeshifted TV. In homes with DVRs only, that number jumps to 27 hours and 30 minutes per month. In the African-American community, those numbers are nearly 9 hours and just over 22 hours, respectively. Americans also watch video on our mobile devices, which are increasingly becoming mini, handheld TVs. Last time I mentioned, 54.4% of Blacks owned smartphones and 50.4% of U.S. mobile subscribers owned smartphones. And, of all American
smartphone owners, 33.5 million people now watch video on their phones—an increase of 35.7% since last year. Blacks, Hispanics and Asians all average four hours and 20 minutes a month of viewing on our smartphones. White Americans average three hours and 37 minutes a month watching video on their mobile devices. So, what does all of this mean? For one thing, it means the media industry may one day have to redefine the terms “TV household” and “TV viewer.” And, as I repeatedly try to remind us all, our choices mean that marketers are going to have to pay closer attention to our community and the significant combined buying power our choices represent. The operative word being power. Cheryl Pearson-McNeil is senior vice president of public affairs and government relations for Nielsen. For more information and studies go to www.nielsenwire.com.
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Williams Prep’s performance earns first place award Williams Prep took home the first place trophy for their performance based on the book “Zora and Me” by Victoria Bond and T.R. Simon during the Open Book program culminating event recently at Williams Prep Academy Middle School, 2710 S. Dearborn St. The event honored Zora Neale Hurston whose early life inspired Zora and Me. More than 200 African American inner city students, ages 9-14, and their teachers and parents attended the event sponsored by the Institute for Positive Living’s Open Book Program. Joplin Elementary won the second place trophy and Schmidt got the third place trophy. In attendance were Open Book participants from Mayo Elementary, 249 E. 37th Street; Scott Joplin Elementary, 7931 South Honore; Schmid Elementary School, 9755 S. Greenwood Ave.; and Williams Prep Academy Middle School, 2710 S. Dearborn Street.
Zora and Me is inspired by the early life of Neale Hurston. The novel, set in Eatonville, Florida, imagines Hurston’s life from about fourth to sixth grade. Reading the book gave Open Book participants a chance to meet and get to know the famous author. The Open Book Program focuses on stimulating interest in reading quality, culturally relevant children’s literature through a variety of activities including literary circles, drama, and internet experiences. During each program segment, participants do an in-depth study of one or two books. Authors and author/illustrators have included Sandra Belton, Ashley Bryan, Debbi Chocolate, Sharon Flake, Jan Spivey Gilchrist, Nikki Grimes, Catherine Ingram, Jewell Parker Rhodes, M. LaVora Perry, Harriette Gillem Robinet, Charles R. Smith, Jr., Hope Anita Smith, Glennette Tilley Turner, Darwin MacBeth Walton, Walter Dean Myers, and Camille Yar-
OPEN BOOK PARTICIPANTS from Schmidt Elementary accept their Third Place Trophy for their performance based on Zora and Me by Victoria Bond and T.R. Simon. brough. “Author interaction is a key ingredient in the success of the Open Book Program,” states founder Marrice Coverson, president of the Institute for Positive Living and executive director of Open Book. “The talk-show format gives students the opportunity to interact with one another and to experience
OPEN BOOK PARTICIPANTS from Joplin Elementary accept their Second Place Trophy for their performance based on Zora and Me by Victoria Bond and T.R. Simon. The skit was performed during an Open Book Program Culminating Event on June 9, 2012 at Williams Prep Academy School, 2710 S. Dearborn Street in Chicago.
the books through the dramatic productions that each school has prepared.” For information on the Student/Author event or the Open Book Program, contact Marrice Coverson at 773-924-9802. Information about Open Book including examples of student work can be obtained on the World Wide Web at www.openbookprogram.org.
OPEN BOOK PARTICIPANTS from Joplin Elementary perform a skit based on Zora and Me by Victoria Bond and T.R. Simon. The book is inspired by the early life of Zora Neale Hurston.
A SPECIAL GUEST during the Open Book Culminating Event was Willa Mae Jackson, 92, who lived through many of the things described and is the great-aunt of Williams teacher Wendy Marie Bond (right). Also pictured is Bond’s mother Linda R. Johnson.
OPEN BOOK PARTICIPANTS from Williams Prep are all smiles as they accept the First Place Trophy for their performance based on Zora and Me by Victoria Bond and T.R. Simon.
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Sen. Collins, 250 volunteers celebrate 100th new playground State Senator Jacqueline Y. Collins (D-16th) joined with 250 volunteers and BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois recently at a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a playground built in a day. The playground, the one hundredth installed in Chicago by KaBOOM!, will give children attending before- and after-school programs at Auburn-Gresham’s Lots of Love Community Center a safe place for unstructured physical activity and imaginative play. KaBOOM! works with community stakeholders and businesses like BlueCross, which donated the Lots of Love playground, to bring playgrounds to places where children have few opportunities for outdoor recreation. The building process, described as an “urban barn-raising,” brings together hundreds of local volunteers, community leaders and employees of generous businesses to install the playground in about six hours. “I am so pleased to see children
SEN. COLLINS HELPS OPEN KaBOOM! playground in the Auburn Gresham Community at the Lots of Love Community Center. BlueCross BlueShield donated the playground, making it the 100th playground KaBoom! built in a day. for making a donation that will playing on Chicago’s 100th Ka- ins said. “Having the freedom to Auburn-Gresham and other incontinue to enhance our comBOOM! playground at Lots of exercise and just be a child is very ner-city neighborhoods. We are munity for years to come.” Love Community Center,” Coll- important to the young people of grateful to BlueCross BlueShield
Drawn from Photography exhibition opens at DePaul Art Museum
A PICNIC PROMOTING a safe summer and honoring five-year-old Torri Russell, who was not expected to live five years ago when he was diagnosed with brain cancer. Robbins Trustee Tyrone Ward said Torri is seen as an inspiration to everyone. He added, “hundreds of people turned out in a collaborative effort and non-violent spirit to set the tone for Robbins’ summer.” There were free haircuts, food and entertainment. Torri is joined at the picnic (l-r) by Trustee Tyrone Ward, LaShawn Russell (Torri’s mother), and the owner of Debonair Cuts.
The exhibition Drawn from Photography, which opened at the DePaul Art Museum recently, showcases 13 artists who use drawing to meticulously translate images originally received through photo-based media or digital circulation. Free and open to the public, the exhibition runs through Aug. 19. Drawn from Photography is organized by The Drawing Center, New York, and curated by Claire Gilman. Drawings feature scenes of social transformation from the last two centuries, including scenes of war and protest as well as views of urban landscapes and industrial developments. Whether using found media sources or their own photographs, the artists share a recon-
structive, labor-intensive impulse that counteracts the rapid dissemination of information that defines the media age. More than any other art form, drawing is traditionally understood to be an inherently intimate and direct means of expression. Although re-creating images first made by a camera’s impersonal lens may appear to counter the drawn gesture’s authorial imprint, the work in Drawn from Photography can be seen as embodying its own kind of agency. In this presentation, personal attention and slowing down oppose the experience of alienation in a world increasingly mediated by technological representation. Drawing as translation — both utterly individual and (Continued on page 16)
MuseWrite offers 2-hour writing workshop Writers Michelle Duster, Jen Cullerton Johnson and Trina Sotira are three professional writers who have published numerous books and articles between them. In 2009, they formed a group called MuseWrite, so together they can help others work on their personal writing. On Saturday, July 7, 2012, MuseWrite will offer a 2-hour writing workshop that will allow participants to get a reprieve from the fast-paced world of tweets, posts, texts, and instant messaging to: collect their thoughts, recollect their experiences and con-
nect with other writers. Through group writing exercises, one-on-one consultations, group interactions and discussions participants will clarify and hone their ideas on how to express themselves and tell their personal, family or community story. Participants will walk away feeling relaxed, more clear and focused about how to approach their work and gain insight into which publishing route most fits their needs. The workshop will take place in the relaxing environment of Cenacle Retreat and Conference
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Center located at 513 W. Fullerton Parkway in Chicago on Saturday, July 7, 2012, 1 pm – 3pm. The cost is $55 (includes materials). For more information and to register please visit www.musewrite. com. MuseWrite has worked in schools, community centers and participated in national seminars showing people the power of their own story. The group helps writers capture their personal, family or community stories so that future generations know where they came from. 11
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The NEW Four-One-One By Raymond Ward Entertainment Editor HE'S BACK! "The truth will always be controversial; I just prefer not to hide from it"...Michael Baisden Popular syndicated radio host Michael Baisden is back with a new book, "Maintenance Man II". (Baisden Publishing; $22.95), and it's like James Bond, "The Bourne Identity" and "Shaft" all combined into one non-stop, action packed thriller. After years of being out of the gigolo lifestyle, Malcolm has to rebuild his list of contacts and high-end clientele. But he still has his good looks, his Rolodex, and his reputation. This time he vows that nothing will stand in his way of getting back on top and creating a franchise of escort services world-wide. He disguises his gigolo lifestyle as a night club owner in Miami--the per fect cover to mix business with pleasure. But with high rewards come high risks. Malcolm's world is turned upside down when he begins a relationship with Alex Nelson, the wife of a powerful and corrupt United States Senator. When Alex and Malcolm are suspected of knowing too much about an unscrupulous billion-dollar deal, they suddenly become targets. He will need all of his military training Michael Baisden and street smarts to get his life back and to get revenge. Readers discover money, politics and sex: everyone has a price! Michael Baisden is a nationally syndicated radio personality and Host of Urban Radio's #1 afternoon "drive time" program. The show is heard in eight of the Top Ten African American markets and over 78 markets across the country with seven million listeners tuning in daily. Baisden is also a popular TV Talk Show Host and Social Activist. In February of this year he formed a partnership with "Big Brothers, Big Sisters" and African American Fraternities to recruit more male mentors with the Mentoring Brothers in Action campaign. He is the author of seven previous books. A TASTE: This year's annual festival of culinary delights, The Taste of Chicago, will take place July 11th through July 15th from 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM each day in Grant Park. On Wednesday, July 11th at 5:30 PM, Academy and Grammy Award winner Jennifer Hudson along with Luke Johnson will headline the entertainment at The Petrillo Band Shell....and another hometown girl, the legendary Chaka Khan with very special guest Raphael Saadiq, will take to the stage on Saturday, July 14th also at 5:30 PM. This year The Taste celebrates Chicago's vast and exceptional dining community while spotlighting top-rate, nationally known musical talent. Historic Buckingham Fountain Plaza will be home to two new tasteful features; the Celebrity Chef du Jour which offers menu items and a 3-course sit-down ticketed meal from 5 of Chicago's most amazing chef's as well as the new Beer Hall which provides a unique selection of speciality brews. Also, there will be the new Pop-Up Restaurants curated by WTTW's Check Please! show as three new restaurants are featured each day of the event. Admission to The Taste Of Chicago is free. Food and beverage tickets are sold in strips of 12 tickets for $8. You may purchase tickets in advance when you show your Fresh Value's Card at Dominick's for only $7 from July 5th through July 10th. Please visit www.tasteofchicago.us for more information 12
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ENTERTAINMENT: CHICAGO STYLE By Elaine Hegwood Bowen, MSJ
The hats are king in Regina Taylor’s Crowns’ urban re-work at Goodman Anyone who has seen or heard about the newly produced Goodman production Crowns knows that the hats or crowns nearly steal the show. With much “hattitude,” Crowns traces the roots of Gospel music through contemporary hip hop, fusing rich storytelling into a stirring coming-ofage tale. This time, Taylor, who now lives in Chicago, re-imagines the play and addresses the pressing issue of violence that besets many neighborhoods, particularly the South Side’s Englewood community. When Englewood-born Yolanda is sent down South after the death of her brother, she finds strength in the tales of the wise women who surround her—and the powerful rituals connected to their dazzling hats. But how do those hats come to life for the women in the play? Karen Perry is the lady behind the hats and costumes, and she has been in costume design for more than 30 years. Perry is originally from Harlem, New York, but has been living in California for more than 10 years, and she says that the hats
Karen Perry could be seen as having even larger personalities than the women
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upon whose heads they rest. “The crown hats are created especially for the characters in the play,” she told the Crusader during an exclusive interview. Many cultures, particularly in the Black community, are familiar with Sunday church scenes where women’s hats steal the show, often blocking the site of the pulpit from parishioners. Perry notes that not only in Black churches but historically men and women covered their heads while worshipping. But a woman who wears a hat during the workweek can be viewed as unique. “It’s a very special woman who wears a hat in a daily setting,” Perry said, “Not just on a special occasion.” Goodman Theatre Artistic Associate and “triple threat” playwright/director/actor Taylor has brought Crowns and all its splendor back to the Goodman stage for its 10th anniversary production. This time Crowns promises to be better than ever, and Taylor has engaged community partners and used workshops to explore and deepen the spoken word, dance and musical elements in the production. Based on the pictorial by Craig (Continued on page 13) The Chicago Crusader
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The Obama Effect has an educational component The “Obama Effect” is being described as a “dramedy” that examines a fictitious insurance salesman’s overwhelming interest in the 2008 Obama campaign. Charles S. Dutton plays John Thomas whose life is changed by a health scare and the movie follows the Thomas family, friends and foes through this historic time in American history. Dutton, who achieved television fame thought his role as Rock, directs the movie, which also stars Vanessa Bell Calloway, Katt Williams, Megan Good, and Glynn (cq) Turman. The movie runs July 13-27 and is released exclusively through AMC theatres. It will play at the Country Club Hills 16 with IMAX; Crestwood 18; Ford City 14; River East 21; Galewood Crossings 14; AMC Showplace Schererville 12; and Yorktown 18 with IMAX. In conjunction with the movie, there will be free educational conversations to inspire, empower, and encourage the community. The first is July 7 at The Allison Foundation, 4540 West Washington. The session lasts from noon to 4 p.m. That is the same time the July 8 conversation at Carter Barbers Shop, 3622 W. Cermak occurs. On July 9 the
conversation runs from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. at Hyde Park Hair Salon, 5234 South Blackstone. The events will feature Congressman Danny K. Davis; City Treasurer Stephanie Neely; Barry L. Donalson; several aldermen;
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ENTERTAINMENT: CHICAGO STYLE (Continued from page 12) Marberry (a Chicago native who went to high school in Gary), with photographs by Michael Cunningham, Crowns has been called one of “America’s favorite plays” by the Wall Street Journal. Crowns runs through August 5, and the ensemble cast includes several “leading ladies” of the American theater: E. Faye Butler as Mabel; Felicia Fields (Tonynominated for The Color Purple) as Mother Shaw; Alexis Rogers as Jeanette; and Pauletta Washington (Denzel’s wife) as Wanda. Newcomers Jasondra Johnson (Velma) and Marketta P. Wilder (Yolanda) were cast from hundreds of hopefuls in Taylor’s open audition for emerging Chicago actors. But no matter how big the personalities or talent on stage, that all takes a back seat to the hats on display. Much talent and skill set were put into the making of the hats. However, as shown in the play, not every woman wears the same hat in the very same way. “Hats are very personal, and each woman brings her own swagger or style to whatever hat she is wearing at the moment,” Perry added. The Chicago Crusader
members of Fathers Who Care; Elaine Sappington, as well as entertainers and professional community organizers, financial literacy professionals and Author Kelly Porter. More information is available by calling 312-572-9373.
ANOTHER CROWNS COSTUME and hat designed by veteran costume designer Karen Perry. Photo courtesy of Goodman Theatre.
While it has been re-staged, the premise of the musical remains the same—it is a celebration of
the individuality of the human spirit and what is passed down from generation to generation.
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We meet Princess Merida (voiced by Kelly Macdonald) as a little girl with wild, very wild, curly red hair. She is very much loved by her mother Queen Elinor (voiced by Emma Thompson) and her big, brave, father King Fergus (voiced by Billy Connolly). During their outing they are attacked by a wild bear and the King proudly loses his leg, it makes for a great story of the King’s bravery at the dinner table and with the rest of the clan. The King vows to find the bear and fight him with his bare hands. A few years later, Princess Merida is exceptionally skilled with a bow and arrow, rides a horse with the wind, climbs tall rock formations to drink from waterfalls and the hair is even more red and unruly. She is also at the age where her mother feels it time for her to follow tradition and get married. And the messages that are passed down are sometimes what the younger generation needs to hear in order to sustain them and help them reach for their own stars. Perry views the global messages of the play as ones of fortitude and hope and ones that should rightly be told. She commends the outreach that Taylor has been doing within Chicago’s communities, especially among young people. “Someone, somewhere has to tell young people that they are worthwhile,” she said. “You don’t hear anything if you are constantly being told that you are nothing.” Perry says that young Saturday, July 7, 2012
Merida isn’t taking to the idea very well and declares she will join in the games to claim her own hand. You have guessed, the Princess and the Queen argue, Merida runs away, meets a witch and I will leave the rest for you to see for yourself. I like to see these types of films in a theater with children. The film, after all is for them. The children at the ICE Theaters on 87th street thoroughly enjoyed the film. They were quiet and attentive, laughed at the right spots, and clapped at the end. Their parents even relaxed to enjoy the message of the film, tucking it in the back of their minds when the little ones sitting next to them will come of age and challenge their wishes. I enjoyed the film enough to say SPEND THE MONEY and see it at the theater. Oh, and there is nudity, Merida’s three little brothers show their backsides. Cute! people, especially males, need role models, even if they meet that person only briefly. “Women just can’t raise boys to become men. And as a community, that is part of the chink in our armor (or in other words, there will always be a gap there). However, for both young men and women the question should be, if you want to be something, don’t you want to be something more?” The Goodman is located downtown at 170 N. Dearborn St. For tickets and also information about special lobby performances and other Crowns-related events, please call 312.443.3800. 13
COMMUNITY CALENDAR AMERICAN FAMILY FOSTER BEACH EVENTS: American Family Insurance will be at Foster Beach, 600 W. Foster Avenue in Chicago, for four weekends through Saturday, July 21. The next event will be on Saturday, July 7, from 12 pm -4 pm, and will feature product giveaways, such as free bottled water, lawn chairs, towels and beach bags. Local radio stations will do live remotes. THEATRE-HIKE AT THE MORTON ARBORETUM: Unravel a mystery with Sherlock Holmes! “The Hound of the Baskervilles” is July’s “TheatreHike.” The next Theatre-Hike is scheduled for Saturday, July 7, 1 pm – 3:30 pm. Come to the Thornhill Shelter. A mysterious hound has just killed the Baskerville heir, and now the last remaining male Baskerville seeks out the assistance of the famed detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal companion Watson. Each theatre-hike presents a different scene at a new location on the Arboretum grounds. Audience members hike to each location to enjoy the unfolding story. Low-impact hikes (suitable for strollers, walkers and wheelchairs) are on the first Sunday performance of the month. These events are suitable for all ages. The costs: adults $19 ($12 for Arboretum members) and for children $13 ($8 for Arboretum members). Season tickets are available for purchase: Adult $60 ($40 for Arboretum members)/Children $45 ($25 for Arboretum members). The Morton Arboretum is an internationally recognized outdoor tree museum on 1,700 acres. Plant collections, scientific research, and education programs support the mission to plant and conserve trees and other plants for a greener, healthier, and more beautiful world. Throughout natural landscapes are specialty gardens, 16 miles of trails, and nine miles of roads. Other offerings include tree-focused events, activities, and services for adults, children, professionals, and communities. The Arboretum welcomes 800,000 visitors annually and serves 34,000 member households. Located 25 miles west of Chicago in Lisle, Illinois, the Arboretum is open daily 7 am until sunset. More information is available at www.mortonarb.org or 630-968-0074.
tails and more information on visiting Chicago, visit www.ExploreChicago.org. AUTHORS JANINE MACLACHLAN AND DAVID MARANISS AT CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY: While the July heat scorches the city, the Chicago Public Library features cool author and You Are What You Read: Summer Reads for Adults events at the Harold Washington Library Center, 400 S. State Street and other branch libraries. On Monday, July 9 at 6 pm, in the Reception Hall, Lower Level, food writer and author Janine MacLachlan discusses and signs her new book, Farmers’ Markets of the Heartland, an accounting of her tour of seasonal markets and farm stands throughout the Midwest. Along the way, MacLachlan meets the growers, producers and artisans who bring fresh, nourishing food to local communities. This program is presented as a You Are What You Read: Summer Reads for Adults event. And on Wednesday, July 11 at 6 pm in the Cindy Pritzker Auditorium, David Maraniss, Pulitzer Prize-winning author and associate editor at the Washington Post, discusses and signs his new book Barack Obama: The Story, a deeply reported generational biography teeming with fresh insights and revealing information. Maraniss’ masterful narrative is drawn from hundreds of interviews, including President Obama’s in the Oval Office, as well as numerous letters, journals, diaries and other documents. For more information visit chicagopubliclibrary.org, or call 312-747-4050.
FREE FIREWORKS AT NAVY PIER: Enjoy a spectacular show of pyrotechnics with fireworks along the downtown lakefront at Navy Pier. On Saturday, July 7, beginning at 10:15 pm, 15minute displays will light up the sky, with a mix of patriotic music in the background. For event de-
SHEDD AQUARIUM AND TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX CONSUMER PRODUCTS GET COOL THIS SUMMER WITH NEW “ICE AGE” IMMERSIVE 4-D ATTRACTION: Get cool this summer and escape the heat. Shedd Aquarium has partnered with Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products and SimExIwerks Entertainment to welcome Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs - The 4-D Experience to the Midwest for the first time starting in July and ONGOING. Featured in high-definition digital 3-D and brought to life with high-tech audio and special effects seats, the 14-minute feature captivates the entire family with big-screen Ice Age action. All ages are invited to join the sub-zero heroes Manny, Ellie and Diego as they venture into a mysterious underground world after Sid the Sloth stumbles across three abandoned eggs and decides to raise them as his own. As the eggs hatch, the adventure begins in the lost world of the dinosaurs. Powered by ComEd, the feature
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will be shown in Shedd’s Phelps Auditorium, which houses the only 4-D experience in Chicago. During this unique sensory feature, guests will experience an exhilarating array of synchronized physical effects, such as snow, wind, scents and more – all from the comfort of the specially designed 4-D experience seat. The epic attraction’s arrival at Shedd
Aquarium is part of a continued expansion of the experience, which was first unveiled this spring in the U.K. before making its U.S. debut at the San Diego Zoo last month. The expansion comes as the latest installment of the Ice Age film series, Ice Age: Continental Drift, arrives in theaters in 3-D on Friday, July 13. “We couldn’t be more thrilled to
have this attraction expand following such strong debuts in both Europe and the US. This expansion is part of our overall commitment to allow fans to experience Ice Age and its characters in innovative ways,” said Jeffrey Godsick, president of Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products. Upgrades for the 4-D The(Continued on page 17)
THE METROPOLITAN WATER and Reclamation District (MWRD) of Greater Chicago makes research a priority and that position helped the agency win the grand prize for university research from the American Academy of Environmental Engineers. MWRD funded award-winning University of Illinois at Chicago Research. Richard Lanyon, (left) retired MWRD executive director joins Dr. Geeta Rijal, MWRD supervising environmental microbiologist and Dr. Cecil Lue-Hing, retired director of monitoring and research to accept the award recently in Washington, D.C.
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SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING Sixth Grace Presbyterian Church announces 3rd Annual Emma Foster Health Fair—“It’s A Family Affair” Sixth Grace Presbyterian Church and the Health Ministry will be sponsoring the third annual free community health fair July 14, 2012. The theme of the health fair is “Health and Wellness—It’s A Family Affair.’’ Over 150 children and adults will be able to obtain hearing, vision, and dental screenings. Adults will also be able to obtain glucose, blood pressure screenings and relaxing upper body chair massages. As a new addition, this year stress screenings will be added
to the available screenings. A food tent to demonstrate good nutrition and a fitness tent including line dancing to encourage exercise and fitness is also provided. Taking place shortly before the start of school, the fair offers an excellent opportunity for children to obtain health screenings necessary for school and families to receive pertinent health information and screenings. “The purpose of the health fair is to increase awareness by providing health screenings, activities, mate-
rials, demonstrations, resources, and information on health related services located in our community and surrounding areas said Eveline Horton, RN Chairman of the Health Fair Committee. “ The fair also includes a line up of children activities including tooth-brushing demonstrations, storytelling about proper hand washing, fruit/vegetable identification and tasting, jump rope and Hula Hoops. This year children activities will be expanded to include bounce houses, basketball
arcade, bean bag toss, golf and ladder ball. “Goodie bags” for children, souvenir bags and pens for adults, raffles for both children and adults will be available. Last year over one hundred seventy-five (175) attendees and seventeen (17) vendors and members participated in our 2011 health fair . “The African American community experiences significant health problems which affect its population disproportionately, stated Horton. Effective health screenings,
education and information regarding health resources will help to diminish many of the health disparities experienced in our community.” Sixth Grace Presbyterian Church, through its Health Ministry and the Emma Foster Community Health Fair hopes to empower families and all community members to make positive changes. The Health Fair will be held Saturday, July 14, 2012 from 10:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M.
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HIGH HONOR ROLL students from left, Laneicea Hughes, Kennedy Gaddis, Ishmael Hall and Kourtlyn Cannon hold certificates while posing with Pastor Johnson. Laneicea’s scores entitled her to be Valedictorian; Kennedy reads two levels above her grade and tested in the 10th grade for language arts. Ishmael tested at 25% above average in all areas and Korutlyn is in the gifted program for the second year in a row.
PASTOR OLIVIA JOHNSON is escorted into the church services by GBM scholar Travis Harris.
Pastor Perry celebrates 25 years with Metropolitan Community Church
GBM COLLEGE STUDENTS Travis Harris, Mia Peters, Barbara Hendricks, JoHelen Golden, Clevette Minter, Paige Alston and Sokoya Collins pose for photo with Pastor Olivia Johnson during Generational Blessings Family Worship Center’s recent combined student recognition program and Pastor’s birthday celebration. Generational Blessings Family Worship Center meets at 11 a.m. Sunday at Prairie State College Auditorium, 202 S. Halsted (Vollmer and Halsted), Chicago Heights. For more info about other service times, call 866.313.0800, follow Pastor Johnson on Twitter @PastorOlivia or visit http://www.generationalblessings.org/
Reverend Leon Perry III A day-long celebration on Sunday, July 8 will commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Reverend Leon Perry III, pastor of Metropolitan Community Church, 4610 South Prairie. Morning worship at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. will feature guest minister Pastor Richard A.
Pastor Richard A. Reynolds Reynolds of New Revelation Christian Church in Indianapolis. An afternoon concert will feature psalmist Rodnie (cq) Bryant and begin at 4 p.m. After the concert, there will be a brief reception at the church with a performance by Kelan Phil Cohran.
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GBM STUDENTS OF all ages and grades pose with Youth Director Danette Cannon, second from right, and Pastor Olivia Johnson, far right. Saturday, July 7, 2012
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NEWS Drawn from Photography exhibition opens at DePaul Art Museum (Continued from page 11) fundamentally egoless — privi- hend or impact it. “In focusing on the act of drawleges time spent, care and attention as forms of commitment in their ing as well as on the content and meanings of their images, the own right. The artists in the exhibition artists in the exhibition engage and adopt a variety of approaches to connect political events and meditheir subjects. Emily Prince and tative practice,” said Louise LinMary Temple create evolving in- coln, director of the DePaul Art stallations that respond to contem- Museum. “The works become a porary events such as the war in way for artists — and viewers — to Iraq; Andrea Bowers, Sam Durant, understand our place in the world.” The DePaul Art Museum opened D-L Alvarez and Frank Selby replicate iconic photos of political in its new $7.8 million three-story clashes and countercultural move- home in September 2011. The ments; Fernando Bryce compre- museum’s hours are Monday hensively redraws historical docu- through Thursday from 11 a.m. to ments; and Ewan Gibbs and 5 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 Richard Forster copy their own p.m., and Saturday and Sunday snapshots of the changing indus- from noon to 5 p.m. For more intrial landscape. In each case, draw- formation, please call 773-325ing as translation marks a desire for 7506 or visit http://museums.deagency coupled with a sense of dis- paul.edu. For more information tance between “reality out there” about The Drawing Center, visit and the artist’s attempt to compre- www.drawingcenter.org.
THE ENDGAME FEATURES NBA legend Magic Johnson in a Frontline special about how Black America has been impacted by the AIDS virus. The documentary describes the disease as “one of the country’s most urgent, preventable health crisis.” Besides Johnson, several Black Americans, including former NAACP President Julian Bond share their thoughts about AIDS and HIV. The show, “Endgame: AIDS in Black America” airs July 10 on PBS.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (Continued from page 4) we don’t tighten laws to cut off the spigot of handguns for gangs and the lawless. Finally, Chicago’s faith community’s clergy voices are too compromised to credibly speak truth to power. Sadly, our pastors get little respect. When clergy with institutional bases are too tied in with secular power and lack courage, poor and powerless people suffer without an effective advocate in the power dynamic. Eventually, everyone suffers when there are no prophets in the town. In Chicago, there are no credible, spiritual voices with the ability to call the leaders and the people into account. What Chicago needs most are restored values and a vision that includes all the people and every neighborhood. That kind of vision will always lead us to caring for the needs of the most vulnerable citizens first. Resources must be placed where they are needed most. In the city, the pathologies of the culture of poverty cannot be contained. No neighborhood will be entirely safe, until every neighborhood is safe. Marshall Hatch, Senior Pastor New Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church ( West Garfield Park ) The Leader’s Network, Chairman
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Dear Editor: It seems like after a trail of mistakes, Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy is finally doing something right. Last week the department entered an agreement that will give the CeaseFire organization more than $1 million to work the city streets. This is a long overdue move. CeaseFire’s efforts have been substantially reduced over the last few years because of changes in Springfield, including reducing funding. Anyone who checks the stats will see that when the state’s funding for CeaseFire got slashed, shootings in the city rose, and they haven’t dropped since. For those who don’t know, CeaseFire employs ex-cons to intervene in disputes before they escalate to shootings. They are successful at this because they know the thugs and would-be shooters and those same people respect the fact these “interveners” have done time for manslaughter, murder and other serious crimes. The interveners’ time on the streets and in prisons give them a keen understanding that the average citizen or even veteran cops don’t bring. Entering into the contract with CeaseFire is the smartest thing the police superintendent can do now. The police department obviously is overwhelmed and have more to do than respond to serious crimes. Conversely that is all CeaseFire workers try to get in the face of. Saturday, July 7, 2012
But we all should understand that because the interveners have this understanding and skill does not mean they will be able to prevent every shooting. They are not mind readers. They simply stay in touch with these would-be shooters and know who has a beef with whom and how to get to them. We shouldn’t start complaining if the shootings don’t decline immediately. It took time for them to reach these levels. We don’t need to pay attention to cops who like to point out that three CeaseFire workers were arrested for crimes while on the CeaseFire payrolls. How many cops have been charged and convicted of much more serious crimes while on duty than the three CeaseFire workers? We need to applaud the fact that out of 400 interveners only three have been charged. The interveners, unlike the Guardian Angels or other “safety” groups don’t parade around en masse or in uniforms. They go about their work quietly and without drawing attention to themselves. It is time Chicagoans come to the reality that no one seems to have the answers to addressing the level of violence we’re experiencing. And no one has the record of success in dealing with past violence like CeaseFire. I am not dissing cops, just acknowledging there is an organization out there that can do a better job.
(Continued from page 1) the cause. To know that I have ty’s 420 judges, who he considers made such an impact on so many great extensions of the legal syspeople when all I was trying to do tem, Leighton holds a special was my job, is a good feeling in- place in his heart. deed.” “I knew Judge Leighton His job included serving as a de- through his work before I ever fense attorney, Cook County cir- met him,” Evans said. “I had cuit court judge, and U.S. Dis- heard about him when I got to trict Court judge. law school and all the good things Chief Judge of Cook County he did to help Black law students. Circuit Court Timothy Evans, And when I finally did meet him who is Black and a former South I was not disappointed. He truly Side alderman, said of the coun- lived up to his reputation.”
Congress both gives . . . (Continued from page 6) civil servant whose leader has declared executive privilege. Congressman John Boehner and his cronies are making a point that they do not believe President Obama deserves executive privilege. What do our nation’s college students deserve? They need
more than balanced budget rhetoric. They need access to low-interest loans, as well as a suspension of payments while they are looking for work. They need the appreciation and respect of the lawmakers who are too busy chasing their tails to stop and shake the hands of deserving students.
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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. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. , 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) 372-2020. Please refer to file number 10-2222-14770. 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. 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105 CHICAGO, IL 60603 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No.: 10-2222-14770 Attorney Code. 4452 Case # 10 CH 40752 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. I446524
RECORD CLAIMANTS, D e f e n d a n t s , 11 CH 38844 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on May 29, 2012, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, August 6, 2012, at the hour of 11 a.m. in its office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: Commonly known as 5516 South Morgan Street, Chicago, IL. P.I.N. 20-17-203-020-0000. The property consists of vacant land. Sale terms: 10% of the purchase price will be required to bid at the sale. The balance of the purchase price required by 12:00 p.m. the following day. The property will NOT be open for i n s p e c t i o n . Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the s a l e . For information call City of Chicago Corporation Counsel/Collection and Ownership Litigation Division, 33 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602 (312) 742-0007. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I445115
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY D I V I S I O N HSBC BANK USA, N.A., AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF THE RENAISSANCE HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-1, P l a i n t i f f V . SHIELA L. EASLEY A/K/A SHEILA L. EASLEY; CITY OF CHICAGO, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, D e f e n d a n t s 09 CH 24835 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 6714 SOUTH PRAIRIE AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60637 P l a i n t i f f V . D e f e n d a n t s NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 09-021919 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure sales.) PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on May 9, 2012, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on August 10, 2012, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 6714 South Prairie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 Permanent Index No.: 20-22-303-024 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The judgment amount was $262,360.15. Sale terms for non-parties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information. For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I442112
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC., P l a i n t i f f , v . JOHN ELLUL, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS D e f e n d a n t s 10 CH 40752 948 W. 61ST ST. Chicago, IL 60621 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 9, 2012, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 13, 2012, at the 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 948 W. 61ST ST., Chicago, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-17-412-046-00003. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $82,512.35. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; 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 all oMMunity information. If this property Blacks Must control their overify wn c 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
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N P l a i n t i f f , v s . EDNA R. MCCOY A/K/A EDNA ROSE MCCOY; RBS CITIZENS, N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CHARTER ONE BANK, N.A.; CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKONWN HEIR AND LEGATEES OF EDNA ROSE MCCOY, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 10 CH 37620 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on May 7, 2012, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, August 10, 2012, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 20-23-104-011-0000. Commonly known as 6347 SOUTH DREXEL AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60637. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The successful purchaser is entitled to possession of the property only. The purchaser may only obtain possession of units within the multi-unit property occupied by individuals named in the order of possession. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the s a l e . For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 0 9 1 5 6 4 2 . INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I445351
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL C O R P O R A T I O N , P l a i n t i f f , v s . CHICAGO TITLE AND TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO AMERICAN NATIONAL BANK & TRUST COMPANY OF CHICAGO, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED FEBRUARY 1, 1990, AND KNOWN AS TRUST NO. 110376-03; UNKNOWN B E N E F I C I A R I E S UNDER TRUST NO. 110376-03; HERBERT HEDGEMAN; THEODORE TYLER; WILLIAM FIELDS; O W N U N K N AND NONRECORD OWNERS Defendants, CLAIMANTS, CH 10789 09 OF SALE NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on May 30, 2012, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, August 6, 2012, at the hour of 11 a.m. in its office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: Commonly known as 5526 South Morgan, IL. Chicago, 20-17-203-024. P.I.N. The property consists of vacant land. Sale terms: 10% of the purchase price will be required to bid at the sale. The balance of the purchase price required by 12:00 the following day. p.m. The property will NOT be open for n s p e c t i o n . i Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the a l e . s For information call City of Chicago Counsel/Collection and Corporation Ownership Litigation Division, 33 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602 742-0007. (312) INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I445044
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST AS COMPANY, FOR THE TRUSTEE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE GS SECURITIES CORP, MORTGAGE TRUST 2004GSAMP AR2, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH C E R T I F I C A T E S , Plaintiff, SERIES 2004-AR2, v s . EDDIE C. KELLY A/K/A EDDIE KELLY A/K/A EDDIE C. KELLY, JR., Defendants, 11 CH 29033 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK that pursuant to a Judgment of COUNTY, ILLINOIS Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above COUNTY DEPARTMENT entitled cause on April 30, 2012 Intercounty CHANCERY DIVISION Judicial Sales Corporation will on CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL Thursday, August 2, 2012 at the hour of 11 C O R P O R A T I O N , a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison P l a i n t i f f , Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell v s . at public auction to the highest bidder for ELOISE STEELE, NORTH STAR cash, as set forth below, the following TRUST CO. AS described mortgaged real estate: SUCCESSOR TO EVANSTON BANK P.I.N. 20-16-114-018. AS TRUSTEE, TRUST Commonly known as 5743 South Union #1179, DATED 3/21/78, UNKNOWN Avenue, Chicago, IL 60621. OWNERS AND NON The mortgaged real estate is improved RECORD CLAIMANTS, with a single family residence. If the D e f e n d a n t s , subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a 11 CH 38844 common interest community, the purchaser NOTICE OF SALE of the unit other than a mortgagee shall PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pay the assessments required by pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the entered in the above entitled cause on May Condominium Property Act. 29, 2012, Intercounty Judicial Sales Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, Corporation will on Monday, August 6, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. 2012, at the hour of 11 a.m. in its office at No refunds. The property will NOT be 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, open for inspection. Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder For information call Sales Clerk at Law for cash, the following described property: Saturday, July 7, 2012 Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Commonly known as 5516 South Morgan Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) Street, Chicago, IL. 3 5 7 - 1 1 2 5 . P.I.N. 20-17-203-020-0000. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES The property consists of vacant land. C O R P O R A T I O N Sale terms: 10% of the purchase price will Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 be required to bid at the sale. The balance I443696 of the purchase price required by 12:00 p.m. the following day. The property will NOT be open for i n s p e c t i o n . Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the s a l e . For information call City of Chicago Corporation Counsel/Collection and Ownership Litigation Division, 33 North
Avenue, Chicago, IL 60621. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales Clerk at Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 3 5 7 - 1 1 2 5 . INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I443696 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY D I V I S I O N USA, N.A., AS HSBC BANK INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF THE RENAISSANCE HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-1, P l a i n t i f f . V SHIELA L. EASLEY A/K/A SHEILA L. EASLEY; CITY OF CHICAGO, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, D e f e n d a n t s 09 CH 24835 PROPERTY ADDRESS: 6714 SOUTH PRAIRIE AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60637 P l a i n t i f f V . D e f e n d a n t s NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 09-021919 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage sales.) foreclosure PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on May 9, 2012, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on August 10, 2012, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 6714 South Prairie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 Permanent Index No.: 20-22-303-024 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be for inspection. open The judgment amount was $262,360.15. Sale terms for non-parties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify information. all For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I442112
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP P l a i n t i f f , v s . ANGELISE FRENCH, UNKNOWN TENANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD C L A I M A N T S D e f e n d a n t s , 11 CH 41094 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on April 26, 2012 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, July 30, 2012 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-17-412-017. Commonly known as 6043 South Morgan Street, Chicago, IL 60621. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales Clerk at Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 3 5 7 - 1 1 2 5 . INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I443434
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HOUSES FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS FOR TRUSTEE PASS THROUGH MORTGAGE SERIES CERTIFICATES Plaintiff, 2007-GEL2; s . v RODOLFE ELIZONDO; THE UNITED OF STATES DEPARTMENT OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN TREASURY; AND NONRECORD OWNERS Defendants, CLAIMANTS; CH 6418 11 OF SALE NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on April 25, 2012 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, July 26, 2012 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: 20-07-120-018-0000. P.I.N. Commonly known as 2213 West 50th Street, Chicago, IL 60609. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The successful purchaser is entitled to possession of the property only. The purchaser may only obtain possession of units within the multi-unit property occupied by individuals named in the order of possession. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo Lindberg LLC, 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 983-0770. For Bidding instructions call (630) 453-6713 24 hours prior to sale. F 1 1 0 2 0 1 4 3 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I442796
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. P l a i n t i f f , v s . HAMZA MSALLEK; ALLISON K. BROWN; 7237 S. MERRILL CONDOMINIUM UNKNOWN ASSOCIATION OWNERS AND NON-RECORD C L A I M A N T S D e f e n d a n t s , 11 CH 35560 OF SALE NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on April 23, 2012 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-25-209-031-1005. Commonly known as 7237 South Merrill Avenue, Unit 3, Chicago, Illinois 60649. 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 Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo Lindberg LLC, 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 983-0770. For Bidding instructions call (630) 453-6713 24 hours prior to sale. F 1 1 0 9 0 5 0 0 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I442727
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION CHASE HOME FINANCE, LLC; P l a i n t i f f , v s . HAYWARD W. SUGGS AKA HAYWARD SUGGS, JR. AS INDEPENDENT EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF VIRGINIA SUGGS AKA VIRGINIA M. SUGGS; HAYWARD W. SUGGS AKA HAYWARD SUGGS, JR. INDIVIDUALLY, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF VIRGINIA SUGGS AKA VIRGINIA M. SUGGS; PHYLLIS H O P G O O D ; PHARREL LEWIS AKA PHARREL M. LEWIS; MELVENA STRONG AKA MELVENA E. STRONG; WAYMAN SUGGS, REGINALD SUGGS, JR.; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NORNECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , 08 CH 9622 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on December 29, 2009 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-27-202-015-0000. Commonly known as 7151 South Eberhart, Chicago, IL 60619. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo Lindberg LLC, 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 983-0770. For Bidding instructions call (630) 453-6713 24 hours prior to sale. F 0 8 0 1 0 6 5 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I442686 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY FARGO BANK, NA WELLS P l a i n t i f f , s . v M. COATS; UNKNOWN SUSIE AND NON-RECORD OWNERS Defendants, CLAIMANTS CH 29863 11 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on April 23, 2012 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-08-302-042-0000. Commonly known as 1437 West 51st Street, Chicago, Illinois 60609. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The successful purchaser is entitled to possession of the property only. The purchaser may only obtain possession of units within the multi-unit property occupied by individuals named in the order of possession. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo Lindberg LLC, 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 983-0770. For Bidding instructions call (630) 453-6713 24 hours prior to sale. F 1 1 0 8 0 2 1 4 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I442720 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION ARCHER BANK P l a i n t i f f , v . BRONCO INVESTMENTS, LLC, RUBEN LOPEZ, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS 7, 2012 Saturday, July D e f e n d a n t s 11 CH 35354 555-557 EAST 67TH STREET Chicago, IL 60637 NOTICE OF SALE FOR COUNT VII PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 30, 2012, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 16, 2012, at the 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 555-557 EAST 67TH STREET, Chicago, IL 60637
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION ARCHER BANK P l a i n t i f f , v . BRONCO INVESTMENTS, LLC, RUBEN LOPEZ, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS D e f e n d a n t s 11 CH 35354 555-557 EAST 67TH STREET Chicago, IL 60637 NOTICE OF SALE FOR COUNT VII PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 30, 2012, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 16, 2012, at the 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 555-557 EAST 67TH STREET, Chicago, IL 60637 Property Index No. 20-22-402-044-0000. The real estate is improved with a mixed-use commercial / residential p r o p e r t y . The judgment amount was $1,650,050.40. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; 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 by the court. confirmation 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 a l e . s The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the are property. Prospective bidders admonished to check the court file to verify information. all 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 If this ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). 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 required by The assessments Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 6 0 5 / 1 8 . 5 ( g - 1 ) . IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN OF POSSESSION, IN ORDER WITH SECTION ACCORDANCE OF THE ILLINOIS 15-1701(C) MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: MARTIN & KARCAZES, LTD. , 161 North Clark Street - Suite 550, CHICAGO, IL 60601, (312) 332-4550. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I442672
OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on October 17, 2011 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, July 23, 2012 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 20-27-225-029. Commonly known as 7408 South Eberhart Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales Clerk at Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 3 5 7 - 1 1 2 5 . INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I442667
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY, DEPARTMENT COUNTY DIVISION CHANCERY BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP K A F HOME LOANS COUNTRYWIDE LP SERVICING P l a i n t i f f , s . v ALLAN; UNKNOWN MOHAMMED AND LEGATEES HEIRS OF MOHAMMED ALLAN, IF ANY; OWNERS UNKNOWN AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; D e f e n d a n t s , CH 34352 09 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on September 29, 2010, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, July 23, 2012, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 20-16-220-006-0000. Commonly known as 5749 SOUTH PERRY AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60621. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the condominium Property Act Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 0 9 1 6 1 9 3 . INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I442657
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION ARCHER BANK P l a i n t i f f , v . MARNERIS A/K/A LOUIS ILIAS MARNERIS, FANE, INC., CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS D e f e n d a n t s 12 CH 06083 7320 S. KINGSTON 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 June 25, 2012, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 31, 2012, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK auction to the highest bidder, as set forth COUNTY, ILLINOIS below, the following described real COUNTY DEPARTMENT estate:Commonly known as 7320 S. CHANCERY DIVISION KINGSTON, Chicago, IL 60649 Property CITIMORTGAGE, INC., ASSIGNEE OF Index No. 21-30-110-057-0000. The real M O R T G A G E estate is improved with a multi-family ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION residence. The judgment amount was SYSTEMS, INC., AS $165,994.07. Sale terms: 25% down of the NOMINEE FOR AEGIS WHOLESALE highest bid by certified funds at the close C O R P O R A T I O N , of the auction; The balance, including the P l a i n t i f f , Judicial sale fee for Abandoned v s . Residential Property Municipality Relief DELOISE CROSS, Fund, which is calculated on residential D e f e n d a n t s , real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 10 CH 36272 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the NOTICE OF SALE purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN funds/or wire transfer, is due within that pursuant to a Judgment of twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above paid by the mortgagee acquiring the entitled cause on October 17, 2011 residential real estate pursuant to its credit Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, on Monday, July 23, 2012 at the hour of 11 judgment creditor, or other lienor a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison acquiring the residential real estate whose Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell rights in and to the residential real estate at public auction to the highest bidder for arose prior to the sale. The subject cash, as set forth below, the following property is subject to general real estate described mortgaged real estate: taxes, special assessments, or special P.I.N. taxes levied against said real estate and is 20-27-225-029. Commonly known as 7408 South Eberhart offered for sale without any representation Avenue, Chicago, as tot quality title and without IL M 60619. oMMunity wn cof heiroroquantity ust control Blacks The mortgaged real estate is improved recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" with a single family residence. If the condition. The sale is further subject to subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will common interest community, the purchaser receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle of the unit other than a mortgagee shall the purchaser to a deed to the real estate pay the assessments required by after confirmation of the sale. The property subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the will NOT be open for inspection and condominium Property Act plaintiff makes no representation as to the Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, condition of the property. Prospective balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. bidders are admonished to check the court No refunds. The property will NOT be file to verify all information. If this property open for inspection. is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the For information call Sales Clerk at Law unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) the legal fees required by The 3 5 7 - 1 1 2 5 . Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a C O R P O R A T I O N condominium unit which is part of a Sell
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. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: MARTIN & KARCAZES, LTD. , 161 North Clark Street - Suite 550, CHICAGO, IL 60601, (312) 332-4550. 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. MARTIN & KARCAZES, LTD. 161 North Clark Street - Suite 550 CHICAGO, IL 60601 (312) 332-4550 Attorney Code. 80461 Case # 12 CH 06083 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. I447744 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, CHANCERY DEPARTMENT DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, ASSOCIATION NATIONAL P l a i n t i f f , v . GLORIA JUNIUS D e f e n d a n t s CH 18276 10 AVENUE 5830 SOUTH SHIELDS CHICAGO, IL 60621 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 24, 2012, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 26, 2012, at the 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 5830 SOUTH SHIELDS AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-16-216-021-0000. The real estate is improved with a green aluminum siding two story single family home with a two car detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; 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. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1012300. 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. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No.: PA1012300 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 10 CH 18276
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. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1012300. 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. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No.: PA1012300 Attorney Code. 91220 Case # 10 CH 18276 I442008
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE OF NETWORK, INC., ASSIGNEE ELECTRONIC MORTGAGE REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR SECURITY ATLANTIC COMPANY, INC MORTGAGE P l a i n t i f f , v . JEFFERSON FAITH D e f e n d a n t s 10 CH 17875 5941 S PEORIA STREET Chicago, IL 0 6 2 1 6 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 30, 2012, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 3, 2012, at the 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 5941 S PEORIA STREET, Chicago, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-17-406-016. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $266,207.79. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; 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 the legal fees required by 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. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC , 175 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201, CHICAGO, IL 60606, (312) 357-1125 Please refer calls to the sales department. 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. LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC 175 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201 CHICAGO, IL 60606 (312) 357-1125 Attorney Code. 18837 Case # 10 CH 17875 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. I440618
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HEALTH
Coca-Cola awards $10,000 to West Lawn park for new soccer field Recreation grant made possible by the America Is Your Park campaign; encourages families and communities to get outside and play Summer is officially here in Chicago and what better way to enjoy extra hours of sun than a day at West Lawn Park. Thanks to CocaCola, park goers at West Lawn Park now have something else to be excited about. As part of the America Is Your Park campaign, Coca-Cola awarded a $10,000 recreation grant to the park for park improvements. Presented in front of more than 150 Chicago Park District (CPD) campers, community partners and public officials, CPD Superintendent Michael Kelly lauded the America Is Your Park campaign for helping encourage Chicago families to stay active this summer. “Chicago has more than 580 parks,” said Michael Kelly, Superintendent, Chicago Park District. “Grants like this one from the America Is Your Park campaign not only help to keep our parks open and provide the means to make park improvements, but they encourage us all to get outside and play.” West Lawn Park is considering using the grant for a much needed scoreboard or bleachers. West Lawn Park sits on 16.73 acres and features a gymnasium, fitness center, an auto shop, and multi-purpose clubrooms. Outside, the park offers an ice rink, batting cages, multi-purpose fields, a playground, sandbox and racquetball courts. “Parks are the anchors of our communities,” said Greg Babb, plant manager, Coca-Cola Refreshments. “They provide places for friends, families and neighbors to be active and enjoy the outdoors together. We are thrilled to provide
West Lawn with a recreation grant that will enhance the park and bring families and the community together.” How to Get Involved in America Is Your Park People can visit LivePositively.com/parks to vote for their favorite park to win the title of “America’s Favorite Park” and a $100,000 recreation grant. In addition to voting online, park supporters can earn even more votes by “checking in” from their favorite park. Voting started on May 23 and goes through July 15, 2012. The three parks that receive the most votes by July 15 will be awarded recreation grants in the following amounts: First Place – $100,000; Second Place – $50,000; and Third Place – $25,000. In addition, a $15,000 grant will be awarded at random to another park that places in one of the remaining top 25 spots. These recreation grants are provided to help restore, rebuild or enhance activity areas in parks where people can play and be active. The America Is Your Park campaign was developed in collaboration with the National Park Foundation, America’s State Parks and the National Recreation and Park Association. America Is Your Park Extends Coca-Cola’s Commitment to Active, Healthy Living For 126 years, Coca-Cola has worked to make a positive difference in local communities through our “Live Positively” philosophy. It is an expression of what we do and how we constructively support people and the communities where they live, work and play. Our ac-
GREG BABB, Coca-Cola Refreshments Plant Manager, looks on as Marty Quinn 13th Ward Alderman, and Mike Kelly, CEO Chicago Park District, display a $10,000 recreational grant from Coca-Cola Refreshments. tive, healthy living initiatives in- from company brands and health age distribution system, consumers in more than 200 countries enjoy and wellness initiatives. clude: their beverages at a rate of 1.8 bil• For more than 40 years, Cocalion servings a day. With an endurThe Coca-Cola Company Cola has supported America’s parks ing commitment to building susthrough partnerships with individtainable communities, the ComThe Coca-Cola Company ual parks and national park organipany is focused on initiatives that zations. The Company has donated (NYSE: KO) is the world’s largest reduce the environmental footnearly $15 million for restoration beverage company, refreshing conand renovation of our country’s sumers with more than 500 print, support active, healthy living, sparkling and still brands. Led by create a safe, inclusive work enviparks. • Support many active, healthy Coca-Cola, the world’s most valu- ronment for their associates, and living programs, including Exercise able brand, the Company’s portfo- enhance the economic developis Medicine™, the Boys and Girls lio features 15 billion-dollar brands ment of the communities where Clubs of America’s Triple Play pro- including Diet Coke, Fanta, Sprite, they operate. Together with their gram and Rails-to-Trails Conser- Coca-Cola Zero, vitaminwater, bottling partners, they rank among Powerade, Minute Maid, Simply, the world’s top 10 private employvancy. • More than 50 local parks and Georgia and Del Valle. Globally, we ers with more than 700,000 system community facilities will be built or are the No. 1 provider of sparkling employees. For more information, refurbished to encourage safe exer- beverages, ready-to-drink coffees, visit www.thecoca-colacompany.cise and play in 2012. These facili- and juices and juice drinks. com or follow us on Twitter at twitties are made possible by donations Through the world’s largest bever- ter.com/CocaColaCo.
THE LEO LIONS won their seventh Illinois High School Association State Final Track Championship this year. It was the team’s second consecutive one-point victory. Leading the team was Keith Harris, Jr. and Theodore Hopkins who ran on the winning 400m relay along with Corey Pryor and Marlon Britton. They both placed in the 100m and 200m dashes while Britton was second in the 110m high hurdles. The Chicago Crusader
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BOB LOVE WAS presented the Lifetime Achievement Award by The Honorable Michael McMillan, license collector of the City of St. Louis. He also received the NAACP St. Louis Chapter’s Lifetime Achievement Award. McMillan and Love share a common commitment to education and youth. Both have used their respective careers to demonstrate their passion to inspire others. Supporters led by Dr. Earl B. King, chairman of the Peaceful Solutions Organization, have launched a campaign in Chicago for a 20’ Statue of Bob Love for his outstanding sports record and humanitarian efforts. Saturday, July 7, 2012
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