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N. Lawndale plan coming into form Plan coordinators say it could be done by 2018, hopeful city will approve By IGOR STUDENKOV Contributing Reporter

In 2015, the North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council announced the launch of a comprehensive plan for North Lawndale. Two years later, the plan is about halfway finished, with NLCCC executive members hoping to complete the plan by 2018. Once it’s completed, the plan will go before the City of Chicago for possible adoption. Dennis Deer, a member of NLCCC’s executive committee, said he’s optimistic that the City Council will adopt the plan, which he said has the full support of Ald. Michael Scot (24th) — whose ward covers most of North Lawndale. NLCCC was organized in May 2015 and first publicly announced the comprehensive plan process in September 2015. The group said that this plan, unlike conventional comprehensive plans, is unique because it is being developed by actual residents and stakeholders from the ground-up — not by policy experts and politicians from the top-down. Since its founding, the NLCCC has hosted a planning conference for residents, business owners and other community stakeholders to review the plan’s progress and to provide input. On June 3, NLCCC hosted its second annual conference at DRW College Prep, 931 S. Homan Ave. in North Lawndale. At Last Saturday’s event, NLCCC members touted a range of community projSee N. LAWNDALE PLAN on page 5

Elijah walks in spirit

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The parents of Elijah Sims hug Oak Park and River Forest administrators during a graduation ceremony last Sunday. Sims, a native of Austin, was murdered last August while visiting his old neighborhood. He was supposed to graduate this year.

West Side students lead a peace march DRW College Prep seniors coordinated the event, designed to spotlight positivity By IGOR STUDENKOV Contributing Reporter

Every year, seniors at DRW College Prep, a charter high school located at 931 S. Homan Ave. in North Lawndale, organize an event for to commemorate graduation. This year, they chose to do a peace march. The students who organized the event said they wanted to do something positive and that would counter the violence that virtually all of them have been affected by. The march was supported by the Community

Christian Alternative Academy in North Lawndale, Ald. Michael Scott (24th) and officers from the Chicago Police Department’s 11th District. The route for the May 26 march went from the school itself to Leo Roscoe Boler Park, 3601 W. Arthington St. After the march, students stayed in the park for about an hour, with some coming up to the stage to dance, sing and recite poetry. In the end, the organizers said that they were glad the march happened without incident and that they hoped that even more

people will be involved next year. The idea for the march came from two seniors – Lynnitanne Riley and Jocelyn Rodriguez. Both took part in the school’s Peer Mediators program. Since the start of 2017, the school lost three students to violence. Rodriguez said her uncle was killed when he was 10. “We just want students to feel safe again,” Riley said. Faiza Jackson, the faculty sponsor of the

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Marian L. Thomas, 45, channels her grandparents During a recent book signing held at AfriWare Books in suburban Maywood, novelist Marian L. Thomas, 45, discussed her new novel, I Believe in Butterflies — a book that explores how three women deal with love and race. Thomas said that she got the inspiration for one of those fictional women, the 76-year-old Emma Lee Baker, from her two grandmothers. The author spoke briefly about her maternal grandmother, who lived in Oak Park for more than 50 years and worked as a nurse for Mt. Sinai Hospital in North Lawndale. Thomas lived with her grandparents for a long time before moving to Atlanta in 1988. My mother’s mother was really into education. She was very sharp. She was a nurse at Mt. Sinai Hospital her whole career. She was always very direct and to the point. She always had an opinion and knew what she wanted. I combined all of those things into the character of Emma. My grandfather was a baker. Both he and my grandmother knew the value of a dollar and believed in saving. When they moved to Oak Park, they purchased their home for cash. They were one of only two families on their block. A black doctor lived across the street from us.

My grandparents drove Cadillacs that they paid for. One was called Blue Thunder [laughing]. There was a red one before that one. But they would drive each car until it just about fell apart. We don’t do that today, but that was them. They paid cash for everything. They didn’t believe in credit cards. In the book, Emma Lee Baker talks about how her husband was able to afford the home she still lives in and how it was unheard of for African Americans to own a home. Emma is how my grandparents were.

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After cold start, Chicago Ave. thrive zone heating up

Eleven businesses have filed applications for grants earmarked for the corridor By XUEER ZHANG AustinTalks

Letrusia May already owns four multiunit buildings in Austin, but she is planning to purchase another property, this one on Chicago Avenue, for her jewelry boutique. The 41-year-old businesswoman, who was born and raised in Austin, said she made the decision soon after the city promised to cover 75 percent of the startup costs for businesses opened along Chicago Avenue, which has been dubbed the Soul City Corridor by some residents and community leaders. It’s one of eight new retail thrive zones established in Chicago’s less-developed communities. The zones, most of which are located on the South Side, are designed to give additional incentives to existing and prospective businesses in areas that need more economic investment. “It’s going to be a business and entertainment district,” said May, who was among more than 20 business owners and local resi-

dents who attended the monthly meeting of went Downtown for two years and did all the Austin African American Business Net- this fighting, saying we need this money.” working Association on May 26. The plan to fund the eight commercial cor“I feel like people will definitely come and ridors on the South and West Sides was not fivisit these stores along the corridor instead nalized by the city until late February. And the of going to Oak Park.” reason why few Austin people applied, CrawMay is among the 11 business owners who ford said, was because the idea was too new for have filed applications for a total of $1.2 mil- a community that has struggled for so long. lion in small business grants earmarked for “We’ve always had a focus on social serthe corridor, which runs from Austin Boule- vice, religion, education,” Crawford said. vard to Central Avenue. “But there really wasn’t a focus “Right now they really don’t on economics. So it’s one of the have anything to offer along Chihardest challenges to get people cago Avenue,” May said, referring to see the correlation between ■ To read more to long-existing vacancies and lack our issues and how economics VISIT of commercial activities along one affects them.” AUSTINTALKS.ORG of Austin’s busier streets. But now it’s a great time for “It’s beautifying and adding Austin to catch up on its commore real estate values to the community,” mercial development, Crawford said, beMay said. “Once they see the changes, they cause “everybody is kind of listening.” “We’ve had a Whole Foods apply, a toy will realize it’s like a little shopping street that store apply,” said Crawford, adding that the they can visit.” Malcolm Crawford, the executive director kind of businesses that open along the corof AAABNA, said although the retail thrive ridor will vary greatly. Crawford is optimistic the revitalized zone had started to attract investors from both inside and outside of Austin, things street will stimulate economic development in the Austin area as a whole. were not so smooth a few months ago. “By us having to focus on business one “There were only two applications when we were here last time,” Crawford said dur- street at a time, we have a ripple effect and all ing the meeting at Sankofa Cultural Arts the other things that happen because of that.” Center, 5820 W. Chicago Ave, adding he was The city will announce the recipients after upset. “It was embarrassing because we their first round of selection in mid-June.

The second round will be in August. Crawford said both AAABNA and the city had put a lot of effort into the retail thrive zone, urging residents and property owners to take advantage of this hard-earned opportunity. “Eighty-five percent of the disposable income of Austin goes to Oak Park because the services are not here,” Crawford said. “All of our police eat in Oak Park,” he said. “So the sirens go off (when they’re) on Harlem, and they have to get all the way to Cicero to do their job. But you can’t knock them because we don’t have anything here for them.” The businessman said the lack of sit-in restaurants can barely meet Austin residents’ and employees’ need for meal-time socializing. “Everybody doesn’t just want mild sauce, Italian beef and all those quick food,” Crawford said. “You gotta be able to sit down, have a meal in a restaurant. We don’t have sit-down restaurants, so that doesn’t allow us to socialize and to get to know each other. It’s frustrating.” Austin is a food desert with close to 100,000 people while Oak Park has half the population and eight grocery stores, Crawford said. Bernard Lilly, 48, has lived in Austin for 17 years. He said there are more businesses and community organizations in Austin now than in the past. CONTACT: austintalks.org@gmail.com

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N. LAWNDALE PLAN Full of ideas from page 1 ects and events that they’ve launched and laid out some of the recommendations that could make their way into the final comprehensive plan. Sheila McNary, a member of NLCCC’s executive committee and head of its art and culture sub-committee, touted the numerous community events — such as a creative careers summit, the North Lawndale Art and Culture Festival and a housing fair — that the organization developed. She also said that NLCC has worked with the Local Initiates Support Corporation to distribute $30,000 worth of grants to different North Lawndale organizations. Not long after the group formally announced the planning process, NLCCC successfully applied for a grant to receive technical assistance from the Chicago Metropolitan Agency of Panning. Based on a recommendation from CMAP, the group’s numerous sub-committees focused on a variety of areas where potential short-term improvements could be made. In addition, a CMAP report distributed to conference attendees referenced strategies for addressing the issues uncovered in the process. In the area of transportation, the report called for improving Ogden Avenue, expanding Blue Line service, improving bus shelters, conducting more education and outreach, encouraging biking and creating a neighborhoodwide free Wi-Fi network. Among housing recommendations, the report calls for working with local lenders to offer programs to help first-time homebuyers, setting up grants and loans to improve the existing housing stock and setting up ways to give the community a greater voice in the neighborhood’s housing development. In the area of public safety, the report recommended improving building code enforcement, building awareness about North Lawndale Restorative Justice Hub, partnering with the Chicago Police Department to improve community relations and implementing restorative justice practices for the young people, improving housing options for ex-offenders, and mitigating crime through environmental design initiatives. For youth education and recreation, the CMAP report suggested identifying community organization that could do more to help young people get GEDs, expanding outreach to high school students to get a better sense of the major issues they face, and coordinating with local businesses and employment organizations to improve job opportunities for the young people. In the areas of health and wellness, the CMAP suggested bringing more grocery stores into North Lawndale, enacting poli-

cies that limit fast food restaurants and convenience stores, leveraging community gardens to increase access to healthy foods and figuring out ways to build on existing recreational opportunities. The CMAP report also made numerous recommendations in the areas of economic and workforce development, such as creating more tax incentives to hire local residents, creating incentives to attract businesses to North Lawndale, installing more transit-orientated development around the Blue and Pink line ‘L’ stations, and partnering with area organizations to help neighborhood residents access manufacturing jobs in the area. The attendances were then asked to take part in one of seven “breakout” groups that corresponded to topic areas in the report. In each group, members were asked to propose ideas and strategies for improving the community, and they then collectively voted for top three or four ideas that they felt were most promising. During break-out sessions, community members offered their own expertise and insight for NLCCC to incorporate into the comprehensive plan. Brenda Palms Barber, head of the North Lawndale Employment Network and NLCCC’s workforce development sub-committee chair,

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EMPOWERED: Students at DRW College Prep and throughout the West Side participate in a May 26 peace march, whose route went from Leo Roscoe Boler Park to 3601 W. Arthington. After the march, students enjoyed musical and spoken word performances.

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Promoting positivity from page 1 DRW peer mediators, said that the mediators originally planned a simple peace walk, but it gradually evolved into a march and a rally. Riley said it took about five months to bring the event together. The peace mediators did most of the work, with different students

taking on different tasks. Rodriguez, for example, worked social media outreach and helped create posts. The students took advantage of neighborhood resources. The School of the Art Institute’s Homan Square art and design programs operate out of Nichols Tower, which is located across the street from the prep school. Jaclyn Jacunski, the program coordinator, said that the students reached out for support. She said that students were given supplies, materials and advice to help them design march signs.

“It was cool that the students felt that kind of leadership and that we could open our doors and work together,” Jacunski said. “They did a good job and the signs looked great.” The march began with an assembly. U.S. Representative Robin Kelly (D-2nd), who met with the peer mediators beforehand, said that she was impressed with what the students did. “You inspire me,” she said. “You let me know that I’m doing the right thing: fighting for peace in Congress. We need you to

remind us [politicians] why we were elected on the local level, county level or, like me, the federal level. We are losing so many young people. We got to put our heads together and figure out how to stop it.” Marcys Whittlesey, DRW Prep’s Assistant Principal, said that, for all of the problems in communities like North Lawndale, good things happen, too. This march, he said, is one of them. “[We need to] give the city a positive view of our community,” he said, adding that the march was also a way to honor and remember friends and family members who perished due to gun violence. Brio Williams said that the violence didn’t affect him personally until last year, when he lost his cousin. He said that talking about resolving violence isn’t going to cut it. There has to be action. “It’s OK to be successful, but when you make it, then what?” Williams asked. “If you had the power to make a change, would you do it? You get that power. Show me what you can do.” In his spoken word piece, Dashawn Hanes decried racism, saying that, no matter what he did, he is still treated like a criminal. “Why did you have to deceive me into thinking that I’m free in this land of liberty?” he cried out. “Why do you have me? Why am I the enemy?” Hanes’ piece ended on a defiant note. He said that, while society expects him to end up in prison, the only place he was going away to was college. Cyann McQueen, a CCA junior and North Lawndale resident, said she found the march “empowering,” “fun” and “heartfelt.” “I feel really happy and proud of our students, and really excited that people came together,” Jackson said. “[I] hope it’s the start of more events like this, so we can bring peace and positivity to the neighborhood.” CONTACT: igorst3@hotmail.com

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The fiction of Marian L. Thomas grapples with the fiction of the color line

in Maywood. “It was an eye-opener.” If moving to the South sparked an awareness of grand themes that would define her work, Thomas’s time in Oak Park fertilized her passion for storytelling. It was in the library at Oak Park and River Forest High School where she wrote he first short story, which became the basis for her first novel, “Color Me Jazzmyne” — published two decades and many rewrites later. The book climbed to the top of the Amazon bestseller’s list and won a Sankofa Literary Society award. Thomas had by then graduated from college magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in business. She said she was pushed by an old boss to rework her high school short story into a novel. Now, Thomas, who works full-time as a digital marketing professional, is experienc-

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Still on the Move on the West Side of Chicago The Fathers Who Care Youth Council and the West Garfield Park Community Stakeholders are again on the move to reduce underage drinking, substance abuse and senseless violence on the West Side of Chicago. We believe in the following attributes: 1. Harmony - We have learned to fly the air like birds and swim the sea like fish, but we have not just learned the simple art of living together as brothers and sisters... Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2. Transformation - We must be the change we want to see in the world and then the world will see the change it wants to see in us... Institute of Awareness 3. Power of Love - Love is the only cement that can hold this broken community together. When I am commanded to love, I am commanded to restore community... Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 4. Peace - If there is to be peace in the world, there must be peace in the nations, if there is to be peace in the nations, there must be peace in the cities, if there is to be peace in the cities, there must be peace between neighborhoods, if there is to be peace between neighborhoods, there must be peace in the home, if there is to be peace in the home, there must be peace in the heart... Institute on Awareness 5. Supremacy of God - Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 6. Strength - Is the ability to withstand. Real strength is not just a condition of one’s muscle, but a tenderness in one’s spirit... Institute on Awareness Let’s become a part of the solution instead of continuing to become a part of the problem. Each One - Teach One. We are committed to promoting a safe, healthy and drug free community, via developing and implementing social and environmental changes on the West Side of Chicago. Join the movement and let’s collectively save our children and our communities. For more information about Fathers Who Care and the West Garfield Park Community Stakeholders, please contact Rev. Walter Amir Jones, Jr. at westsidecommunitystakeholders@gmail.com or 773-287-5821.

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Longtime ABC Bank employees retire rich with memories

Rosie Moses and Mary Cullitin worked at the bank for over four decades

CASHING OUT: Bernard Clay gives flowers to Rosie Moses, top, and Mary Cullitin, below, last Thursday, one day before the last day of their working lives. The women have worked at ABC Bank in Austin for over four decades. The bank’s Lake Street branch recently relocated to North Avenue.

By MICHAEL ROMAIN Editor

When the Austin branch of ABC Bank moved from its longtime location at 5645 W. Lake St. to its new location at 6400 W. North Ave. last week, it left a world in its wake — namely that of Rosie Moses and Mary Cullitin, both of whom retired last week after working at the bank for more than 40 years. “When I started here, baby, they didn’t have these,” Moses said, pointing to a computer that was nearby. “They had these great, big old adding machines.” Moses came to Austin from Gary, IN (by way of her native Kosciusko, Mississippi) in 1971 — the year she got a job at ABC. She started in the bookkeeping department before transitioning to the bank’s savings and checking departments. For the last three year’s, Moses said, she’s been a receptionist. “She knows at least 1,000 people by their first names,” said Bernard Clay, a good friend, who had dropped off some flowers for Moses and Cullitin last Thursday, the day before the last day of their working lives. Cullitin was busy while Moses chatted during a brief interview, posed for cellphone photos and exchanged contact information with patron Lucille Webster, who wasn’t ready to see Moses leave. “I’ve been coming here for 10 years,” Webster said. “I met Rosie at Edna’s restaurant. She came there to recruit some people for the bank. That’s how I met her. She’s a very nice lady. I love her to death. We’re going to keep in contact.” Moses said she’s worked under five different bank presidents, before naming them on one hand. Colette Loesher, ABC Bank’s current president and CEO, was effusive in her

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praise of the two women. “They are two of our most valuable employees,” she said during a phone interview on Friday. “They represent everything the bank represents. Although I’m sorry to see them go, they’ve earned their retirement. I wish them all the best.” Loesher said that, while Moses and Cullitin are among the bank’s longest tenured workers, it’s common for ABC employees to stay for the long haul. Founded in 1891, ABC Bank may be the oldest chartered bank in Cook County. “We have very little turnover,” she said. “A lot of our employees have been here for over 15 years. I’d guess maybe more than half.” After four decades working, Moses is ready for the next stage of her life. She has grandchildren to dote on, siblings to visit. And after nearly a decade away, she’ll finally be able to return to Kosciusko — the place where her life began. CONTACT: michael@austinweeklynews.com

PCC Austin garden springs back into season

Residents can buy produce from the garden from now until October 25 By AustinTalks Partner

The PCC Austin Farm Stand began selling low-priced, organically grown produce in Austin on June 6. This is the seventh consecutive year the garden has existed. The fresh vegetables are harvested locally from the PCC Austin Farm. Visitors can

choose among a variety of seasonal items, including lettuce, scallions, garlic, kale, and mustard and collard greens. This summer, the farm stand will be open every Tuesday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., as well as the third Saturday of each month, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., until October 25. Located at 330 N. Lotus Ave., the stand accepts various payment methods, including cash, credit/debit, LINK, Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program vouchers, and Women, Infants and Children (WIC) farmers’ market coupons. Double value incentives are available for LINK and WIC purchases. In partnership with the Chicago Botanic

Garden, PCC Community Wellness Center established the PCC Austin Farm and Farm Stand in 2015 to increase access to fresh produce for Austin residents. PCC hopes that Austin residents will eat more fruits and vegetables, improving their overall health and reducing the risk for chronic conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure. The farm is situated across from PCC Austin Family Health Center, which provides primary care and integrated behavioral health and oral health care, among other services. To help Austin residents increase their fruit and vegetable intake, the farm stand

offers healthy recipes that use ingredients from the farm. Free children’s books also are available for customers and visitors. “Spring has sprung, and the PCC Austin Farm has kicked off another busy season hosting various events, including three farming workshops, an On the Table conversation, Lions Club volunteers, and a holistic Women and Herbs self-care workshop,” said Lucy Flores, community outreach health education manager. “The work we do at the farm is so important and amazing; it nurtures families and our community in many ways,” she said. CONTACT: austintalks.org@gmail.com

Austin Weekly News, June 7, 2017

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Crime and the Greater Westside

hadn’t planned on writing anymore about the union of Chicago and Oak Park into an area called the “Greater Westside.” However, over the Memorial Day weekend, we had a crime so heinous it could have been right out of a “B” movie. Sixteen-year-old Damon Price died because he chose the wrong person to rob at the Madison and Austin branch of the US Bank in Oak Park. The 24-year-old victim was licensed and carrying a concealed weapon. Damon had a weapon, too. There was a shootout and Damon took a bullet to the chest. Instead of rushing him to a hospital, reports from some very reliable sources say his accomplice dropped him off in front of his house. Damon was subsequently taken to Stroger Hospital (and all the published reports say they are investigating how he got there) where he was ultimately pronounced dead. Now I enjoy knowing that the bad guy got his just desserts like anyone else. But Damon’s death wasn’t funny. He was a kid in a man’s body. Sadly, his mind and behavior at 16 years old was already highly focused on criminal activity. The question that must be asked and answered is: How and why are we failing our children? I don’t need printed statistics to see that gun crimes are involving younger and younger children. A 16-year-old with a weapon who has had no training/skills on how to use it, along with an immature mind, is a disaster in the making. One way to begin to tackle the problem is to teach our young people their family history. They may know grandma and grandpa, but how many know the name of the relative who left the South to journey North? With young men, the very essence that makes them male, the Y chromosome, is passed to them unchanged from their fathers. Their grandfather got his from his father. Go back 10 more generations and that Y chromosome remains the same. Yet many of our young males, as well as their fathers, don’t know their family history.

So what other way can we begin to establish pride in our young men? Unlike others, we can’t easily trace our ancestors back several hundred years. If there was a coat of arms or family crest that existed to identify the tribe from which they emanated, it has been lost. But I have an idea that can counter the word “forever,” which should have ended the previous sentence. There have been men since the beginning of time, whose exploits can make any man proud and have them say, “That could’ve been my relative!” Men like Shaka Zulu, Hannibal, Nat Turner, Robert Smalls, Joseph Cinque, Thurgood Marshall, Bob Marley, Rev. Dr. Martin L. King Jr., Frederick Douglass, Malcolm X, Elijah Muhammad, Muhammad Ali, John H. Johnson, and a host of others too numerous to mention. I would have each of the young men pick a famous black person whose ideology best matches the way they would carry themselves in their life from this day forward. For example, if they picked the great orator Frederick Douglass as their family crest, they would speak out against injustice while acknowledging his famous quote, “It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” Choosing someone like Malcolm X would be acknowledging his saying that, “To have once been a criminal is no disgrace. To remain a criminal is the disgrace.” Whomever they choose, the goal is to connect them to the positivity of that individual as opposed to aligning themselves with the negativity that has become so prevalent. Damon Price’s death underscores one of the biggest challenges we face in trying to become one united area. His potential has been lost forever and he represents many others whose decisions to choose the criminal life can mean their deaths as well. How we as a community begin from this day forward to address the issue is paramount to our becoming greater in more ways than one.

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16-016352 F2 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE, LLC; Plaintiff, vs. GEORGETTE K. JOHNSON; Defendants, 16 CH 3032 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, July 7, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-16-407-082-0000. Commonly known as 4842 West Polk Street, Chicago, IL 60644. 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

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inspection. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-016352 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I722519

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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pmâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;3pm. Please refer to file number 16-081196. 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 Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I719122

$39,492.71. 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 twentyfour (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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS ISâ&#x20AC;? 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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney: J. Gregory Scott, HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 4221717 Please refer to file number 552311941. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgageeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. J. Gregory Scott HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523

(217) 422-1717 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 552311941 Case Number: 15 CH 16916 TJSC#: 37-3412 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I719763

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR MERRILL LYNCH MORTGAGE INVESTORS TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN A S S E T- B A C K E D CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006MLN1 Plaintiff, -v.YVONNE CARROLL, LEANDREW BRISCOE, JR. A/K/A LEANDREW BRISCOE, DONNA BRISCOE A/K/ A DONNA M. BRISCOE A/K/A DONNA M. CARMICHAEL A/K/A DONNA C. BRISCOE, CITY OF CHICAGO, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, JDAD, INC. D/B/A COUNTY PROPERTY TAX REFUND SPECIALISTS Defendants 16 CH 14281 4847 WEST AUGUSTA BOULEVARD 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 March 31, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 5, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Driveâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;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 4847 WEST AUGUSTA BOULEVARD, Chicago, IL 60651 Property Index No. 16-04-420-0040000. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The judgment amount was $186,432.38. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS ISâ&#x20AC;? 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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST Plaintiff, -v.JOHN WHITE, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC Defendants 15 CH 16916 924 S. SPRINGFIELD AVE. CHICAGO, IL 60624 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 6, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 7, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Driveâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;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 924 S. SPRINGFIELD AVE., CHICAGO, IL 60624 Property Index No. 16-14-317-0380000. The real estate is improved with a multi unit building containing two to six apartments. The judgment amount was

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;FANNIE MAEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND LEGATEES OF BERENICE L. GRIFFIN A/K/A BERENICE L. GRIFFIN-HAYNES, MARIAH GRIFFIN, AS HEIR OF BERENICE L. GRIFFIN A/K/A BERENICE L. GRIFFIN-HAYNES, TIMOTHY GRIFFIN, AS HEIR OF BERENICE L. GRIFFIN A/K/A BERENICE L. GRIFFIN-HAYNES, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF BERENICE L. GRIFFIN A/K/A BERENICE L. GRIFFINHAYNES, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 04899 1414 N. CENTRAL AVE. 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 April 5, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 7, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Driveâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;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 1414 N. CENTRAL AVE., Chicago, IL 60651 Property Index No. 16-05-215-0320000 Vol. 546. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $119,777.23. 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 twentyfour (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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS ISâ&#x20AC;? 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

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representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 16-3463. 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. I720092

two story single family home; two car detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 9367. 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. I721996

DOROTHEA D. FELTERS A/K/A D. SAFIYA FELTERS A/K/A SAFIYA FELTERS A/K/A DOROTHEA S. FELTERS A/K/A DOROTHEA FELTERS Defendants 10 CH 028366 2317 S. HAMLIN AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60623 AND 1829 S. FAIRFIELD AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60608 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 3, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 5, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2317 S. HAMLIN AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60623 Property Index No. 16-26-104-029 (2317 S. Hamlin Avenue). 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 twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The

Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-10-17055. 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.

of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number 102923. 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. I719015

P.I.N. 16-02-214-001-0000. Commonly known as 3359 West Beach, Chicago, IL 60651. The mortgaged real estate is a single family residence. THERE IS CURRENTLY A STRUCTURE ON THE PROPERTY. HOWEVER, THE STRUCTURE IS SCHEDULED FOR DEMOLITION BY THE CITY OF CHICAGO PURSUANT TO COURT ORDER ENTERED ON MARCH 14, 2017 IN CASE NO. 14-M1-403326. 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. The property may be made available for inspection by arrangement with Joshua E. Joseph, Frontline Real Estate Partners, LLC (847) 7806080. Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashieru2019s or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. For information call Ms. Sheryl A. Fyock at Latimer LeVay Fyock LLC, 55 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 422-8000. 35002-1026 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I722449

LeVay Fyock LLC, 55 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 422-8000. 35002-1026 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I722450

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK SOUTHWEST, N.A. FKA WACHOVIA MORTGAGE, FSB FKA WORLD SAVINGS BANK, FSB Plaintiff, -v.ALEJANDRO CONTRERAS, MARIA ELIZABETH ESCARENO V Defendants 14 CH 3211 3020 SOUTH TRUMBULL AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60623 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 13, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 27, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3020 SOUTH TRUMBULL AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60623 Property Index No. 16-26-426-0330000. The real estate is improved with a

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST Plaintiff, -v.-

I722090 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE UNDER THE INDENTURE RELATING TO IMH ASSETS CORP, COLLATERALIZED ASSETBACKED BONDS, SERIES 2005-7 Plaintiff, -v.BENNIE M. TUCKER Defendants 16 CH 15939 633 N. LATROBE AVENUE 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 March 22, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 13, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 633 N. LATROBE AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60644 Property Index No. 16091130090000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $189,042.61. 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 twentyfour (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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. SALOMON PENA; CITY OF CHICAGO; CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO PARK NATIONAL BANK AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO COSMOPOLITAN BANK & TRUST, AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED DECEMBER 8, 1999 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 31103; U.S. BANK; CHICAGOLAND DEVELOPERS GROUP, INC.; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON- RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 12947–Count II 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 Thursday, July 6, 2017, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-02-110-041-0000. Commonly known as 1406 N. Avers Avenue, Chicago, IL 60651. The mortgaged real estate is a multifamily 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: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashieru2019s or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Ms. Sheryl A. Fyock at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Latimer

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. SALOMON PENA; CITY OF CHICAGO; CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO PARK NATIONAL BANK AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO COSMOPOLITAN BANK & TRUST, AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED DECEMBER 8, 1999 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 31103; U.S. BANK; CHICAGOLAND DEVELOPERS GROUP, INC.; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 12947–Count III 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 Thursday, July 6, 2017, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-02-329-034-0000. Commonly known as 816 N. Ridgeway, Chicago, IL 60651. The mortgaged real estate is a single family residence. THERE IS CURRENTLY A STRUCTURE ON THE PROPERTY. HOWEVER, THE STRUCTURE IS SCHEDULED FOR DEMOLITION BY THE CITY OF CHICAGO PURSUANT TO COURT ORDER ENTERED ON SEPTEMBER 13, 2016 IN CASE NO. 15-M1-401024. 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: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashieru2019s or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Ms. Sheryl A. Fyock at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Latimer LeVay Fyock LLC, 55 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 422-8000. 35002-1026 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I722451 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. SALOMON PENA; CITY OF CHICAGO; CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO PARK NATIONAL BANK AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO COSMOPOLITAN

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BANK & TRUST, AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED DECEMBER 8, 1999 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 31103; U.S. BANK; CHICAGOLAND DEVELOPERS GROUP, INC.; UNITED STATES OF AMERICA INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 12947–Count IV 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 Thursday, July 6, 2017, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-09-405-011-0000. Commonly known as 4841 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60644. The mortgaged real estate is 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: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashieru2019s or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Ms. Sheryl A. Fyock at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Latimer LeVay Fyock LLC, 55 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 422-8000. 35002-1026 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I722452

CURRENTLY A STRUCTURE ON THE PROPERTY. HOWEVER, THE STRUCTURE HAS BEEN CITED AS HAZARDOUS, DANGEROUS AND UNSAFE BY THE CITY OF CHICAGO. SEE CASE NO. 16-M1401147. 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: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashieru2019s or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Ms. Sheryl A. Fyock at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Latimer LeVay Fyock LLC, 55 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 422-8000. 35002-1026 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I722454

representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: J. Gregory Scott, HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 4221717 Please refer to file number 593668961. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I720508

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.RONALD O. BERDELL, CITY OF CHICAGO, DOUGLAS VILLA CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 16 CH 16011 4354 W. WASHINGTON UNIT 201 CHICAGO, IL 60624 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 17, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 17, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4354 W. WASHINGTON UNIT 201, CHICAGO, IL 60624 Property Index No. 16-10-418-0391009 fka 16-10-418-020-0000. The real estate is improved with a residential condominium. The judgment amount was $19,078.55. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION QUICKEN LOANS INC. Plaintiff, -v.LEVAL HORTON, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 16 CH 03719 910 N. SPRINGFIELD AVE. 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 April 19, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 21, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 910 N. SPRINGFIELD AVE., Chicago, IL

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To Advertise your Mortgage Rates, call Mary Ellen Nelligan: 708/613-3342 60651 Property Index No. 16-02-318-0420000 Vol. 539. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $189,293.58. 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 twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the

same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 16-3331. 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. I721291 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2007-NC3 MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-NC3; Plaintiff, vs. MARVIN FAULKNER; CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY; POPULAR REAL ESTATE INC.; CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 07 CH 36381 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-13-103-018-0000. Commonly known as 2956 West Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60612. 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 the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 3609455 W15-0880. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I722776 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS CWALT, INC., ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2006-19CB, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-19CB. Plaintiff, vs. JOSE L. ANAYA, THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR CWHEQ EQUITY LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-S4, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 16 CH 13066 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 11, 2017 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-23-401-050-0000. Commonly known as 1658 S. Saint Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60623. 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 Ms. Kimberly S. Reid at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Kluever

& Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I722794 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF8 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST Plaintiff, vs. MIDLAND FUNDING LLC; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF WILLA E. LANGSTON, DECEASED; HOUSEHOLD FINANCE CORPORATION III; GAIL WILLIAMS, AKA GAIL GILLIS, CAROLYN LANGSTON; JULIE FOX, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF WILLA E. LANGSTON, DECEASED Defendants, 16 CH 7413 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, July 14, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-03-422-037-0000. Commonly known as 910 North Keystone Avenue, Chicago, IL 60651. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-012412 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I722885

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