Smart money for Austinites is workshop plan
Social Storm and Rep. Ford launch free community series
By HECTOR CERVANTES Contributing Reporter
Social Storm has partnered with State Re p. La Shawn K. Ford in sponsoring a financial literacy and business series aimed at helping the Austin community g et the tools to make good money and business decisions.
The first of these workshops will be a financial literacy workshop on Feb. 22 at the Austin Branch Library at noon. The event is free and open to the public
The workshop will cover strategies for building wealth and financial literacy while providing a networking opportunity. It will present concrete steps attendees can take to enhance their financial knowledge and business skills.
Corey Phillips, the founder and CEO of Social Storm, and Ean Alphonse, the co-founder, will be leading the workshop.
Social Storm is a media company focused on teaching financial literacy and entrepreneurship to teens and young adults. Its mission is to empower individuals with financial knowledge, reduce the wealth gap and create oppor tunities for financial inde p endenc e. Ford will be in attendance at the first workshop, reinforcing the initiative’s focus on financial empowerment.
By JESSIC A MORDAC Q Staff Reporter
Elizabeth Jamison-Dunn, principal of Catalyst Circle Rock charter school in Austin, is a finalist for Teach For America Greater Chicago-Northwest Indiana’s annual Alumni of the Year awards.
The Zell Family Alumni of the Year awards honor those who have shaped equity and community in their schools and were a part of the Greater Chicago-Northwest Indiana
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Armitage industrial corridor revamp focus of community hearing
Jobs, transit and sustainability discussed
By HECTOR CERVANTES Contributing Reporter
Neighbors and businesses around the Ar mitage Industrial Corridor had a multitude of ideas to enhance the area, latest community meeting hosted Chicago Department of Planning.
Ideas presented at the Feb. 4 meeting at Radio Flyer included adding a library, more community engagement opportunities, apar tments, cafes near train stop a bike- and pedestrian-friendly ment, a dining and entertainment dis trict, small businesses to create jobs, an extended 606 trail, bike and rollerblad paths and better connections along Oak Park Avenue between North and Grand
T he planning process for the corrido on Chicago’s northwest side has derway for almost two years, in residents, business owners, the Greater Northwest Chicago Development Co and local elected of ficials
T he goal is to strengthen the corridor as an economic hub, improve transportation access and align it with the city’s goals on equity and environmental justice
T he goal of the latest meeting was to gather feedback and compile it into a report that will be published alongside other materials from the planning process
Planners have eng aged with businesses, residents and developers to balance job preservation with shifting market conditions, including new residential developments. Key goals include maintaining the area as a job center, improving transportation and pedestrian safety and prioritizing sustainability.
“We want to ke ep this area a job c enter wh i le reco gnizing the changing c onditions,” said Brad Ro back, economi c development c oordinator the p lanning department.
Roback led the AIC study meeting, introduced key speakers, outlined event logistics and encouraged community input.
Roback gave a brief presentation and community members had the opportunity
GOALS IN REVIEW: Neighbors and business owners gathered Feb. 4 at Radio Flyer headquar ters to consider goals for the Armitage Industrial Corridor.
to eng age with the committee, ask questions and share their input.
“After this, we hope to present it to the Chicago Plan Commission for an informational review, targeting March for that ste p,” he said. “Afterward, we plan to release a draft of the plan for public comment for about 30 days, with the goal of adoption around May of this year. That outlines the timeline and next ste ps.”
T he planning process for the Ar mitage Industrial Corridor be g an in July with an open house at Intentional Sports, where about 30 attendees provided initial feedback. Outreach
Alderman Christopher Taliafer ro of the 29th Ward, attended the meeting and expressed his gratitude and interest in this project.
“I believe the plans and ideas for this … present great opportunities for both the west side and northwest side of Chicago,” he said.
Steve Green, chairperson for Galewood Neighbors, discussed the corridor’s history, evolving industry trends, and community eng agement in the planning process
“It’s very evident that the corridors are changing because the industry is changing. This was originally built near the tracks because that was the main mode of transportation back then,” Green said.
Green emphasized the community’s active role in the planning process, praising the De par tment of Planning for its transparency and eng agement.
“I think everybody’s very positive about how the Department of Planning has r un this process and really allowed the community to give feedback. That’s always a good thing,” Green said. “People appreciate having a say in what the plan looks like. We’ ll see what the final plan includes, but based on what they’ve presented tonight, it looks very promising,” Green said.
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Lawndale, Gar eld Par projects multiply
West Side organizations received Community Development Grants, a Missing Middle housing initiative is star and Fifth City Commons just opened
By JESSIC A MORDAC Q Staff Reporter
In a wave of development and growth on Chicago’s West Side, the city’s Department of Planning and Development recently sounded of f updates for a slew of projects in Lawndale and Garfield Park
Here are a few of the initiatives that are coming up or underway
Community Development Grant recipients
At least once a year, Chicago rounds up proceeds it collects from Neighborhood Opportunity Fund programs, Tax Increment Financing, and Housing and Economic Development bonds and donates the money to eligible businesses and construction projects across the city. To be considered for a Community Development Grant, organizations must provide quality-of-life
improvements to locals, plus create and maintain jobs.
Last month, Chicago Mayo Johnson announced anticipated amounts for 10 organizations, two of which are on the West Side. Both the ole Robertson Center for Learning 2929 W. 19th St. in South Lawndale and the K Entrepreneurship Hub at 4400 son St. in West Garfield Park are expected to receive $1,150,000.
This year was also the first that Community Development Grants covered pre-development projects. Four pre-development finalists anticipate $150,000, including CTRL Kitchen at 4551 W. Fulton St. in West Garfield Park and Garden to Table Farm at 1431-41 S. Harding Ave. in North Lawndale. Block Club Chicago re ported that copacking business CTRL Kitchen will use the money to buy a building for a commer -
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cial kitchen, rather than renting a space. Chicago is calling for businesses and nonprofits who want a Community Development Grant up to $5 million, or a grant up to $250,000 from the Neighborhood Opportunity Fund, to visit the City of Chicago’s website and submit an application by Feb. 14.
Missing Middle housing
In North Lawndale, developers will soon begin building about 100 units of housing across 44 vacant lots.
These upcoming projects are a part of Chicago’s pilot program to build Missing Middle housing, or middle-density buildings that have disappeared from the West Side with decades of disinvestment.
Six developers will contribute to building the housing, and five minority-led developers have already been chosen from 30 applicants. The City of Chicago sold these developers lots for $1 apiece and is subsidizing $150,000 per unit.
Developers include:
■ Schaumburg-based Alteza Group LLC, which is building two two-flats, five threeflats and one four-flat on eight lots. The lots are on Avers Avenue, Hamlin Avenue, Independence Boulevard, Springfield Avenue and 19th Street
■ The Trumbull Collective, which is constructing eight two-flats on eight lots on Drake and Trumbull avenues
■ Austin-based Citizens Building a Better Community, which will build 16 units on eight lots across Trumbull Avenue, Homan Avenue and Douglas Boulevard
■ Beauty for Ashes Developers LLC will develop four two-flats and one three-flat on five Christiana Avenue lots
■ Sunshine Management will construct five three-flats, two four-flats and one 10flat on seven lots on Douglas Boulevard and Spaulding Avenue
Developers will preview construction plans Feb. 13 at an open house from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at UCAN Chicago, 3605 W. Fillmore St.
Fif th City Commons open
At the end of last month, Fifth City Commons opened at 3155 W. Fifth Ave. in East Garfield Park. The mixed-use building includes 43 af fordable apar tments and 4,300 square feet of commercial space. Its occupants are largely families who earn 30to-80% of the area’s median income.
Fifth City Commons is all-electric with solar panels on the roof, rain gardens, and high-efficiency HVAC. Other amenities include a fitness center, resident parking and composting services.
The project was funded by Chicago’s Tax Increment Financing, the HOME Investment Par tnership Program, sales tax bonds and tax-exempt bonds. Additional support has come from BMO Harris, ComEd and Illinois Solar for All.
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vacant lots in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood.
In Januar y, Fi h City Commons opened its doors at 3155 W. Fi h Ave.
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branch of Teach For America, a national nonprofit that places colle ge graduates to teach in schools that are underserved.
“I was so happy. I have worked really hard to try to do right by my school community,” Jamison-Dunn said of the moment she found out she was nominated for the award. “My favorite part about my job is knowing that what I do matters, and it matters every day.”
She is one of two finalists. The winner will be announced in May.
Jamison-Dunn grew up in Chicago and went to Howard University to study political science. She had aspirations to be a lawyer, but found herself drawn to the education sector while tutoring and volunteering in schools around Washington D.C.
“The more I learned about the achievement gap or the opportunity gap, the more I got inspired to try to do something to help address some of the inequities I thought were in the education system,” Jamison-
Dunn said.
So, in her junior year at Howard, Jamison-Dunn applied for Teach For America. In 2007, TFA placed her as a seventh-grade teacher at Catalyst Circle Rock, a charter school that opened that year.
Jamison-Dunn started teaching eighth grade too, then became director of instruction, where she provided coaching and pro-
fessional development to Catalyst Circle Rock’s teachers. In 2015, Jamison-Dunn became principal of the school, which today serves over 500 students in kindergarten through eighth grade, most of whom live on the West Side of Chicago.
Jamison-Dunn is one of the two finalists for school leaders for Teach For America Greater Chicago-Northwest Indiana’s
Alumni of the Year awards. She said that, after she discovered two of her connections from Teach For America nominated her, she submitted an application to be considered for the award.
“I helped to raise [Catalyst Circle Rock], so it was great knowing that other people reco gnize some of the progress that we as a team have made,” Jamison-Dunn said. She credits her award nomination to the school’s scholars, their families and the staf f “who are all committed to teaching minds and touching hearts of the students here on the West Side of Chicago.”
Jamison-Dunn will find out if she won the Alumni of the Year award in May at Teach For America’s annual gala. She is also an ambassador for the 25th anniversary of Teach For America this year.
Jamison-Dunn won the 2012 Teach for America Chicago Alumni Distinguished Teacher Award and was a finalist for the 2019 Illinois Network of Charter Schools Charter Excellence Award for Principal of the Year. She also won the 2024 CPS Game Changer Award for Charter Leaders. She has two master’s degrees through Teach For America cohorts at Dominican University and is pursuing a doctorate in educational leadership at Illinois State University.
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Kehrein Center for the Arts | 5628 Washington Boulevard February 14, March 14 | 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
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“This first session focuses on financial literacy, b ut f uture discussions will cove r topics such as ar t ificial intelligenc e, entrep reneurship and marketing,” Phillips said. “We aim to provide actionable steps for c ommunity members to enhance their financia l knowledge and business skills. I hop e that c ommunity members c ontinue to reco gnize that there is a platfo rm fo r them to be heard and to ga in o pportunities to lear n this info rm ation.
Phillips explained that the success of the event would be measured by how well attendees can understand and apply the information, rather than just hearing about investments and entrepreneurship.
tribute to the economic growth of a neighborhood that has played a significant role in Phillip’s family’s history.
“Social Storm built a relationship with State Re p. La Shawn K. Ford and we’ve had f amily ties here – my mom and grandma grew up on the west side, specifically in Austin,” Phillips said. “Being in that neighborhood and having the chance to contribute to its economic growth just felt like an amazing opportunity we couldn’ t pass up. Working with La Shawn was a great opportunity for us to give back to the community.”
“Being in that neighborhood and having the chance to contribute to its economic growth just felt like an amazing opportunity we couldn’t pass up.”
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“It doesn’t matter how much I talk about investments, how much I talk about entrepreneurship if there’s no way for people to take actionable steps and actually implement it in their life once they leave the workshop,” Phillips said.
Social Storm saw this as a meaningful chance to con-
Phillips noted that for much of this country’s history, financial and economic knowledge was primarily accessible to the ultra-wealthy or highly educated. However, he emphasized that with the rise of the internet, ar tificial intellig ence and the increasing cost of living, it is more important than ever for people to understand and take control of their financial and economic situations.
“Oftentimes (financial information) is too complex and doesn’t really connect with or resonate with people who may not be ultra-wealthy or have a higher education. So, I saw an opportunity to create a platfo rm that teaches young people in Gen Z and their parents about financial literacy in a way that’s easy to understand,” Phillips said.
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION
U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR LEGACY MORTGAGE ASSET TRUST 2017-RPL2 Plaintiff, -v.-
ARETHA MORRIS, EDWARD DAVIS, JR., DAVID DOTSON, U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2021-JL1, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF EDWARD DAVIS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, JULIE FOX, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR EDWARD DAVIS (DECEASED)
Defendants 2024 CH 03308 1448 NORTH MENARD AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60651
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 2, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 A.M. on March 4, 2025, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT 4 IN BLOCK 2 IN WASSELL AND BRAMBERG’S NORTH AVENUE SUBDIVISION OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 5, ALSO, THE EAST 1/2 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 5, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 1448 NORTH MENARD AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60651 Property Index No. 16-05-211-0220000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. 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.
Property Index No. 16-02-415-0260000
The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $222,093.47.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).
If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300
E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-24-01335 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762
Case Number: 2024 CH 03308 TJSC#: 44-3168
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.
Case # 2024 CH 03308 I3259870
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION
U.S. Bank Trust National Association, not in its Individual Capacity but solely as Trustee of Fidelity & Guaranty Life Mortgage Trust 2018-1 Plaintiff vs. JSP Development Corp.; Jae Young Noh; Unknown Owners and NonRecord Claimants; Defendant 24 CH 4142
CALENDAR 63 NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on March
11, 2025, at the hour 11:00 A.M., Intercounty’s office, 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, IL 60602, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT 29 IN BLOCK 1 IN VANCE AND PHILLIPS BOULEVARD
ADDITION IN THE NORTHWEST
1/4 OF SECTION 23, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL
MERIDIAN, A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 (EXCEPT THE NORTHEAST 1/4 THEREOF), IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
P.I.N. 16-23-104-031-0000.
Commonly known as 1246 S. Lawndale Ave., Chicago, IL 60623. The real estate is: multi family residence. The successful purchaser is entitled to possession of the property only. The purchaser may only obtain possession of units within the multiunit property occupied by individuals named in the order of possession.. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Diaz Anselmo & Associates P.A., 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563. (630) 4536960. 1491-198284
INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3259926
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-EQ1 Plaintiff, -v.DOROTHY ESCO A/K/A DOROTHY MCGEE ESCO A/K/A DOROTHY MEGEE, ELI ESCO, STATE OF ILLINOIS
Defendants
18 CH 160 946 NORTH DRAKE AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60651 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 15, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30
A.M. on February 27, 2025, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:
LOT 508 AND THE SOUTH 5 FEET OF LOT 509 IN DICKEY’S THIRD ADDITION TO CHICAGO
BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 2 TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH RANGE 13
EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL
MERIDIAN IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS
Commonly known as 946 NORTH DRAKE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL
60651
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).
If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, contact The sales clerk, LOGS Legal Group LLP Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 2801 LAKESIDE DRIVE, SUITE 207, Bannockburn, IL, 60015 (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm.. Please refer to file number 17-085373.
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. LOGS Legal Group LLP 2801 LAKESIDE DRIVE, SUITE 207 Bannockburn IL, 60015
847-291-1717
E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com
Attorney File No. 17-085373
Attorney Code. 42168
Case Number: 18 CH 160
TJSC#: 45-196
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.
Case # 18 CH 160 I3259467
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION CAG NATIONAL FUND IV LLC Plaintiff, -v.QUEEN ESTHER WALLER, UNITED STATES OF AMERICASECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, REX WALLER, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF SAM L. WALLER, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF FREDDIE WALLER, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, GERALD NORDGREN, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR SAM L. WALLER (DECEASED) AND FREDDIE WALLER (DECEASED)
Defendants
2024 CH 07806 5436 W MONROE STREET CHICAGO, IL 60644
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 8, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on February 24, 2025, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5436 W MONROE STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60644
Property Index No. 16-16-101-0280000
The real estate is improved with a residence.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).
If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay
the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300
E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com
Attorney File No. 14-24-02616
Attorney ARDC No. 00468002
Attorney Code. 21762
Case Number: 2024 CH 07806 TJSC#: 45-137
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.
Case # 2024 CH 07806 I3259560
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTCHANCERY DIVISION GREEN STREET FUNDING TRUST II, A DELAWARE STATUTORY TRUST
Plaintiff, -v.1154 N. KEDZIE 202 LLC, AN ILLINOIS LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, LUIS CASTRO, AN INDIVIDUAL, DIVISION AND KEDZIE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC., AN ILLINOIS NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN OR NON-RECORD PARTIES DUE TO UNRECORDED LEASES OR PROPERTY MANAGERS
Defendants 2024 CH 00064 1154 NORTH KEDZIE AVENUE, UNIT 202 CHICAGO, IL 60651
NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 20, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 10, 2025, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1154 NORTH KEDZIE AVENUE, UNIT 202, CHICAGO, IL 60651 Property Index No. 16-02-411-0271009
The real estate is improved with a
condominium unit. The judgment amount was $287,765.00.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1).IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
For information, contact JOHN A. ZIEGLER, STONE, POGRUND & KOREY Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 8 S. MICHIGAN AVENUE, SUITE 333, CHICAGO, IL, 60603 (312) 7823636 x126. 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. JOHN A. ZIEGLER STONE, POGRUND & KOREY 8 S. MICHIGAN AVENUE, SUITE 333 CHICAGO IL, 60603 312 782-3636 Ext 126
E-Mail: johnziegler@spklaw.com Attorney Code. 90803
Case Number: 2024 CH 00064
TJSC#: 45-235
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. I3260688
New brew review
A look at the area’s newest co ee o erings
New co ee shops are in the works — a co ee cart came in from the cold, two cafes are celebrating their rst year, and one local mainstay is making a switch.
By RISÉ SANDERS WEIR Contributing Reporter
You’ll probably need a bingo card to keep it all straight, but oh, what an energizing game it will be to take a sip from each of these purveyors of liquid happiness
Best friends Jose Balaguer and Ryan Klem took over the for mer Brewpoint location at 163 S. Oak Park Ave. in Oak Park and renamed it The Coffee Shop. Balaguer says they want their space to be a people can come to disconnect as needed. still serve Brewpoint’ beans with a keen ey out for what a barista brings to the cup.
“We want to make sure that if
a customer orders a cu of coffee today and then come back next day, to a good consistent product, Balaguer said. “We and measure every shot of espresso, every time.”
A unique offering on the menu is call a “walking waffle.”
“We offer a homemade, made-fromscratch, waffle in a sleeve We invite customers to walk our beautiful town. Come summertime, there’s no better place to walk around,” he added.
Espresso Café opened in October at 7501 Roosevelt Rd. in Forest Park. The cafe had long been a dream of owner Fer nando Silva. He had his eye on this for mer branch bank location, across the street from Living Fresh Market. The light filled space is war m and inviting.
“This has been on my mind for 23 years!” said. “There is no other [coffee] shop area. The neighborhood has been rtive. Pastries, empanadas, en bread for sandwiches are all made here.”
hen it comes to brewing, Silva serves Whirlwind coffee, oasted in Oak Park
This winter, Zemi Coffee rt has taken over the Three Spoons Ice Cream location 133 N. Ridgeland Ave., just around the corner from Ridgeommons. It’s a trial run for
RISÉ SANDERS WEIR rnando Silva, esso Café
wner Dominique Betancourt, onsidering a brick-andlocation to compliment her pedal-powered cart that roams our streets and parks in warmer weather
“I had no winter plans, so I had no idea of what I was going to do,” Betancourt said. “This was an opportunity beta test in a really small location. I don’t have to commit for a year to a lease. One of the many things I learned, is that food is an important driver in a cafe.”
Zemi now stocks a rotation of pastries, including gluten-free ones each day.
In April, the storefront will transform back into Three Spoons Ice Cream.
customer, because there’s a massive education gap between the farms,” Kristi Ross said. Their highly curated bean selection supports mom-and-pop roasters and farmers too. The menu, which will cover sweet to savory, is in the hands of Michelin-starred chef Nick Fron.
“I’m extremely excited about Nick’s insanely awesome brownie. I don’t even brownies. He hooked me with those for sure,” Kristi Ross said.
Keep an eye out for another opening. Wild Card Coffee has been in the mobile coffee bar biz first in San Francisco, but it’s now moving to a permanent address later this year at 1053 Madison St. in Oak Park. Owner Evan Berger returned home during the COVID pandemic. Along with his wife, Lauren Marmol, the two imagine the new space as a community hub, a café life experience.
A preview of ca einated attractions coming soon to the area
U3 Coffee Roasters will open on Valentine’s Day at 7430 Madison St. in Forest Park Owners Kristi and Craig Ross come from the world of finance and healthcare, but together they have a vision for all the good coffee can do.
“We have a mission to unite the coffee farmer, the coffee entrepreneur, and the end
“Our intention behind the space is to realize that third place, away from home and work,” Berger said. “It’s really important for a healthy community to have this place. It’s my way of creating the life I want for myself and my family.”
Along with that welcoming vibe, Berger wants customers to feel “smarter” about their coffee. “There is going to be a mix-
Evan Berger and Lauren Marmol, Wild Card Co ee
isti and Craig Ross, U3 Co ee Roasters
ture of what I consider the best roast-ers around the country and then also trying to highlight smaller local Chicago roasters,” said Berger. “There will be bakery items, but we’ll also be very focused on salad sandwiches, healthier food options.”
Last, but certainly not the least is Kribi Coffee’s purchase of Sugar Fixe bakery. It’s the newest jewel in the crown of the hyperlocal java juggernaut, which includes three Kribi locations and Buzz Cafe.
“We want to bring Sugar Fixe back to what it used to be – such an amazing place to get a bakery item, treats, and custom cake designs,” said Abbey Brumfiel, Kribi’s director of operations
Alongside regular operations, Bonjour Bakery will be whipping up croissants and other pastries for sale in-store and wholesale out of Sugar Fixe’s kitchen.
“I want everybody to be on the lookout, to give it a second chance, because we’re looking to enhance everything,” Brumfiel said.
With all these options, surely you can find a cup of coffee that suits your tastes at one of the many local coffee emporiums
A NE W CHAPTER FOR OAK PARK
Dandelion Bookshop op ens its doors
New owners, Jamie and Kurt Erikson have a vision for community-focused bookshop.
BY DALAL ORFALI Vibe assistant editor
When Jamie Ericson first heard that The Book Table was closing, she felt an immediate sense of loss. The beloved independent bookstore had been a cornerstone of Oak Park’s literary community, and the thought of the neighborhood without a local bookshop was, in her words, “just too sad.”
But rather than dwell on the disappointment, she decided to do something about it.
“I’ve always been a big reader, and I have been working on writing for kids, too,” she said. “I worked with words my whole career in different ways — educational publishing, e-commerce copy editing, and children’s writing.
“My husband and I,” she added, “we’ve been able to start a new business and try to fill the need in this community, because I felt like it was, I’m just too sad not to have a bookstore here.”
As Ericson, her husband, and her 9-year-old son cut the red ribbon by the shop’s glass façade on Oak Park Avenue, Dandelion Bookshop was born The shop, with its sage green shelves, and welcoming vibe, is a labor of love for the Ericsons, who have experience launching startups. Together, they worked to create a space that not only sells books, but also fosters a sense of literary community
because that’s my favorite thing,” Ericson said. “But then I realized there would be nothing for the grown-ups, so we’re doing both.”
The shop’s shelves are still evolving, with room for new releases and customer requests. Ericson said that she is open to working with local readers and writers. They can reach out to her through the contact form on the shop’s website, or simply through stopping by.
“We’re excited to work with local people and there seems to be a lot of collaboration happening here,” Ericson said.
The shop is making ef for ts to collaborate with local schools and libraries. Ericson’s son attends the John Greenleaf Whittier after-school program at District 97, and she has been volunteering in his school’s library, she said.
When it came to naming the shop, Ericson said she wanted something meaningful.
“Dandelions represent hope and resilience,” she explained. “The seeds represent wishes. They’re playful, but they’re also stubborn and hard to get rid of. I thought that was a good model for us to follow.”
Ericson said she aims for the shop to be a gathering space where readers and writers could connect.
“We had a survey up when we first signed our lease — there was a QR code in the window, and we got a lot of responses from people with their ideas,” she said. “Eventually, this room in the back will be a community space with a table and chairs for writing groups, book clubs and maybe kids’ classes.”
One of the distinguishing features of Dandelion Bookshop is its children’s section.
“At one point, I thought about having only kids’ books
“That experience has been such a good education in seeing what kids are reading. I met with the district’s librarians earlier this month and let them know we can do bulk ordering or anything they need for the schools. And I’m meeting with someone from the public library next week.”
Although the store is still finding its footing, Ericson said she is excited about the possibilities.
“Anything people can’t find on our shelves; we can order for them. We’re not as big as The Book Table was, but we can get books in a couple of days. The shop will keep evolving based on what our customers are looking for.”
Ericson said that she and her husband, Kurt are working on setting up the website so customers can purchase tax-exempt books using school identification numbers.
“I’m so glad that we’re able to because my husband has built all of the text stuff himself. He can just code it to make it work”
Dandelion Bookshop carries new books only.
“We’re only doing new books because there is a used bookstore in Oak Park still, so I figure we can both coexist together,” Ericson said.
For extra fun, the shop offers its special merch and notebooks for purchase, and working on the possibility of selling gift cards.
With a warm and inviting atmosphere, a strong commitment to community engagement, and a deep love of literature, Dandelion Bookshop is set to become a cherished fixture for all the book lovers in the area.
For more information visit: https://dandelionbookshop.com
TODD BANNOR
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Galentine celebrations For girls
By DALAL ORFALI Vibe assistant editor
AUSTIN
Aba- Austin Galentine Day Dinner To -Go
■ Thursday, Feb. 13 and Saturday, Feb. 15
■ Aba Restaurant, 302 N Green St., 3rd Floor, Chicago
Aba Restaurant is making your night ef for tless with a 4-course Mediterranean feast for $52.95 per person (minimum 2 orders). Enjoy Whipped Feta Spread, Seared Ahi Tuna, Grilled Chicken Kebab with Basmati Rice, and Chocolate Cake—all from the comfort of home!
Order by noon on Wednesday, Feb. 12 to enjoy this special offer. Visit https://qrco. de/bfitfq
BERWYN
Kelli Owens Hutton MOMCORE show – featur-
ing comedians Eunji Kim & Chelsea Hood
■ Saturday, Feb. 15 at 8:30 p.m.
■ FitzGerald’s Nightclub, 6615 Roosevelt Rd.
Kelli Owens Hutton brings Rock & Roll and comedy together to create the unique genre of MomCore! Enjoy a night of music and laughter as Kelli sings about life with her dog, kids, and husband—joined by a lineup of stand-up comedians for an unforgettable show.
Find tickets at https://qrco.de/bfitQd
OA K PARK
Galentine’s Day celebration – a womanowned bakery pop -up at Beer Shop
■ Thursday, Feb. 13 at 7 p.m.
■ Beer Shop, 1026 North Blvd.
The Beer shop is hosting Heart and Soul Bakery’s special pop-up, which will feature cookies, chocolates, charcuterie
boxes, and treats for your furry friends. Part of the event’s proceedings will go to help those affected by the LA fires.
Blossoms & Besties with Pickle Hill Parties
■ Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 5 p.m.
■ Spilt Milk, 811 South Blvd.
Gigi Rowe from Pickle Hill Parties will teach you how to make a stunning flower arrangement to take home (or maybe to gift) at her flower-arranging workshop.
Tickets include flower supplies, nibbles and a glass of bubbly, or a hot drink from the espresso bar. There will be a take -home bag of treats with a personalized name tag. Reserve your ticket at www.spiltmilkpastry.com
Lovely Suds Heart Shaped Soap Making
■ Thursday, Feb. 13 at 6 p.m.
■ Einnim Candle Bar + Apothecary, 1020 Lake St
Einnim Candle Bar + Apothecary invites you to discover the delightful world of soap. Learn how to make exquisite, colorful, heart-shaped soaps that are also ve gan-friendly, and scented with premium fragrances and essential oils that you’ll get to take home.
Tickets for the event are available at www.einnim.com
RIVERSIDE
Book an ar t class at Riverside Arts Center
■ Dates at times may vary.
■ Riverside Arts Center, 32 E. Quincy St Join an art class with your friends at Riverside Arts Center. There is a lot to make — from clay to mosaic art, to glassinfused pendants. The center’s schedule is available at this link https://www. ri ve rsideartscenter.com/2025-winterspring-session
