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Austin school to stay open Board of Ed votes to renew Plato Learning Academy’s contract for 2 years By XUEER ZHANG AustinTalks

Parents and faculty of Plato Learning Academy are relieved their school will remain open after the Chicago Board of Education voted to renew Plato’s contract for two years. The K-8 contract school, which has two campuses in Austin, was being considered for closure after Chicago Public Schools placed it on the academic warning list earlier this year, AustinTalks reported. “It’s a great relief,” said Linda Christian, 65, whose grandchildren Kamron and Kiaun Garth have been attending Plato since the family moved to Austin four years ago. “They are A students; they are getting along at Plato,” Christian said after the board voted on Dec. 6 to renew Plato’s contract, which was set to expire June 30, 2018. Charles Williams, who took over as Plato’s principal in August 2016, made a public appeal before the school board Wednesday, urging them to vote “yes” on a two-year contract renewal that CPS recommended after months of consideration. Williams said Plato is “committed to delivering a high-quality instruction to all of our students.” “We’ve already begun to work … to not only reach the goals at the beginning of this year designed to enrich our class, but also started exploring methods of meeting conditions that we’re sure are in our contract,” he said. See PLATO ACADEMY on page 6

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IN SOLIDARITY: Cook County Commissioner Jesus “Chuy” Garcia joins Brandon Johnson, center, a candidate for the 1st District commission seat, and Anthony Steward, of Black Workers Matter, outside of an Aryzta bakery in Galewood on Dec. 11.

Workers, activists protest Galewood bakery After mass layoff of immigrants, Cloverhill’s now abusing blacks, they say

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Former and current workers at a Galewood bakery, along with various activist groups, say that recent reports about the bakery’s losing more than one-third of its employees in an immigration clampdown have obscured the bakery’s history of labor abuses — which, the workers and activists claim, include wage theft, unlawful termination and racial discrimination.

Bloomberg first reported last month that the Cloverhill Bakery, 2035 N. Narragansett Ave., which makes baked goods for restaurants and grocery stores, lost 800 employees after federal authorities came down hard on immigrant workers “without sufficient documentation.” Bloomberg reported that Cloverhill’s immigration issues “led to a 7 percent decline in Aryzta’s sales from North America in the three months through October,” according to information provided by Kevin Toland, the CEO of Zurich-based Aryzta AG,

in a call with analysts. Cloverhill, which opened in 1961, was bought by Arytza in 2014. In addition to McDonald’s hamburger buns, Cloverhill also produces cheap packaged products like glazed donuts and honey buns. Bloomberg, in addition to multiple media reports, called the immigration action a “raid,” but according to Tracy Stecko, an Aryzta spokesperson, the immigration en-

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ARYZTA PROTESTS Labor abuses? from page 1 forcement action, which she said took place earlier this year, “was not an immigration raid.” “From our perspective, it was a very orderly enforcement process, conducted over a number of weeks several months ago, and was smoothly administered between ICE and a professional staffing agency with which we contract,” Stecko said. Bloomberg reported that Aryzta “wasn’t able to verify that the workers had the necessary documents to work because they were brought in by a staffing agency,” according to David Wilkinson, Aryzta’s interim chief financial officer. Wilkinson, Bloomberg added, said that the company’s board of directors “wasn’t aware of the extent of the risk that existed to the business.” In a letter sent to the Coalition Against Segregation of Employees, an activist organization that has been protesting Cloverhill’s labor practices, Donad Van Tassle, a division vice president with Aryzta, wrote that, after the loss of workers, Cloverhill had to “immediately hire a large number of new people in a very short period of time, and we did so in a completely non-discriminatory manner consistent with our Code of Conduct.” According to interviews with activists and former and current Cloverhill workers, some

of whom preferred to remain anonymous for fear of retaliation, the staffing agency that ICE audited is named Labor Network. The activists and workers say that Aryzta knew about the agency’s practices and that, since the audit, the company has parted ways with the staffing agency. Workers say that the company has relationships with three other temp agencies. Neither Stecko nor Van Tassle would confirm the identity of the staffing agency because of competitive reasons. They also did not confirm whether or not the company still contracts with the agency. “The company is trying to play the victim here,” said Dan Giloth, a project director with CASE. “They do a quarterly revenue report to their shareholders and they had to explain why they didn’t have larger revenue in North America, so they’re blaming the plant in Chicago. “Although they lost lots of workers through the ICE audit, their response has been hiring lots of workers, mainly blacks, giving them little training, working them excessive hours and giving them mandatory 12 to 16 hour shifts,” he said. “When workers get hurt, they’re essentially thrown away.” Giloth added that the bakery has harmed both Latino and black workers with a “segregationist employment model.” He said that Aryzta “systematically fired hundreds of Latino workers in May and June after the ICE audit” before aggressively recruiting black workers — who “had been underrepresented in the work force for years”— to replace them.

SPEAKING OUT: Letica Neri, a former employee at the Aryzta bakery in Galewood, speaks about the bakery’s working conditions during a Dec. 11 press conference in Galewood.

“Now, those [new workers] are running into issues and are reporting to us,” Giloth said. Nayland Walker, 45, who was hired to work at Cloverhill from the end of August to September, said that he feels he was arbitrarily let go. “They said I couldn’t work there because of company policy, but there are other people working there with felonies,” Walker said, adding that during his employment at the bakery he witnessed an atmosphere of rampant racism and unsanitary working conditions. “There is so much that goes on in there,” Walker said. “I won’t even eat the products up in there and those products are in every gas station in our neighborhood. I’ve seen

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‘THE SYSTEM CAN’T WORK’: Anthony Steward, center, an activist with Black Workers Matter, and state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford (8th), second from left, during a Dec. 11 protest outside of Aryzta’s Galewood bakery. group Communities United, recalled his brief employment at the bakery last year. “In 2016, I was working with my brother here and they weren’t paying us the minimum wage,” Suarez said. “When I figured out what they were paying, I got out. When I went to the office and asked why they were doing that, they told me it was only for a training period. “After that, I was supposed to go to the union,” he said. “I never made it to the union, because I quit. To have us work too many hours, seven days a week, [for less than minimum wage] wasn’t fair.” Anthony Steward, a co-founder of Black Workers Matter, said that bakery management tries segregating Latino workers and African American workers — a claim that Walker vouchsafed while recounting his experiences working at Cloverhill. “There was some blatant racism towards us, although some people tried to be subtle with it,” Walker said. “There’s a lot of yelling and arguing between dark and brown workers. And there’s a lot of racism toward the people on the floor doing work.” Giloth said that workers and activists have been trying to arrange a meeting with Van Tassle for months in order to discuss the working conditions inside of the bakery, but have gotten the runaround. The only response they’ve gotten, Giloth said, was the letter Van Tassle sent them, in which the Aryzta executive explains that Aryzta “is a good employer” that provides “good job opportunities with very competitive compensation. We are an organization built upon Care and our people are our priority [sic].” Van Tassle added that the bakery “has a large and diverse workforce and our contracts with outside employment agencies have specific provisions that require vendors to be in compliance with all state and federal anti-state discrimination laws.” He also said that most of the bakery’s employees, “including both direct employees

and third party agency workers, are part of a collective bargaining agreement. If workplace issues come up, our regular established approach includes addressing them directly with the local union that represents our employees. We have a good working relationship with the union.” Giloth said that most worker complaints haven’t been about pay; rather, they’ve centered on the working conditions inside of the plant and the larger issue of economic fairness. Giloth said that Aryzta is just one of many companies on the West Side who receive tax subsidies, particularly from being within the city’s Tax Increment Financing districts, without being accountable to the people who live in those areas. According to data they obtained from the city of Chicago, the activists said that a minimum of $191 million in taxes have been diverted to four area TIF districts — including Galewood-Armitage, Fullerton, Pulaski and the Northwest Industrial district. The activists also noted that only one in 16 jobs goes to residents in the city’s TIF districts, according to a 2013 study by the Grassroots Collaborative. “There is a glitch in the law,” said Ford during the Oct. 7 protest. “Black Workers Matter says change is needed, and I’m willing to stand and work with them to make the system fair. They had identified a problem with our TIF dollars that is discriminatory toward black people in the city.” Giloth said that, along with Ford, activists have been in talks with state Rep. Camille Lily (78th), Cook County Commissioner Richard Boykin (1st), Congressman Danny K. Davis and Ald. Chris Taliaferro (29th) in order to secure support for policy changes that might make employers in TIF districts more responsive to the needs of workers and residents. “If you’re going to try to attract and recruit workers and pay them better than average,” Giloth said, “why not invest in them?” CONTACT: michael@austinweeklynews.com

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PLATO ACADEMY Not closing, after all from page 1 The principal said the board’s approval will “mean much more than just a contract renewal,” citing a November public hearing where Plato’s parents, students, staffers and community members spoke strongly in favor of keeping the school open. “It will mean that nearly 400 students in the Austin community will not be forced to find new schools and JANICE JACKSON potentially add to CPS CEO the overall decline of enrollment that we’ve seen in Chicago,” Williams said. He noted Plato’s partnerships with Chicago Cares, ComEd and the FBI, and said students will continue to have after-school programs that provide them with a safe haven day in and day out.

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NOT SO FAST: Parents and faculty of Plato Learning Academy during a Chicago Board of Education meeting in December. Plato received a level 2 rating for the 201718 academic year, with a “below-average” attendance rating and “very weak” safety in and around the school, according to the school-by-school SQRP ratings CPS released

two months ago. The new contract will allow Plato to continue to operate through June 30, 2020, but with certain conditions added as part of the renewal agreement.

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Those conditions will be finalized in January with Plato’s operator, American Quality Schools Corporation, CPS Press Secretary Michael Passman said in an email statement after last Wednesday’s meeting. Plato was among 19 charter/contract renewals the won board approval this week, including 14 charter schools that serve approximately 16,000 students, four contract schools that serve about 1,000 students and one safety program. North Lawndale Charter School and Urban Prep West, which also appear on the CPS academic warning list, both secured twoyear contract renewals, while ACE Technical Charter School will be closed for “failing to address an extended period of poor academic performance” after making the list. Christian, the Plato grandparent, said she’s “very optimistic” that the Austin school will be able to address its rating problem as long as they are given the time they need. “Mr. Williams hasn’t been there long enough to implement his ideas and his concerns,” she said. “He does have ideas, but implementing them, he just hasn’t had the opportunity.” New CPS CEO Janice Jackson said the district will continue to “ensure students have a high-quality education.” “If we don’t see opportunities in our current [charter/contract schools,] it’s our job to do something about it,” she said CONTACT: austintalks.org@gmail.com

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here has been a recent rash of carjackings involving juvenile offenders. As the ages continue to decline, the silence of black leadership has been deafening. I can’t think of a single one who has harped on “law and order” while certain young people break the law amid utter chaos. Why? Around Thanksgiving, a woman visiting from Minnesota had her car keys taken as she walked less than 50 feet to her front door. The criminals were young black males who decided that her vehicle was what they wanted. So they pulled out a gun and demanded her keys. In almost every video that comes forth, the criminal is dressed to the nines in some “designer” clothes and shoes. Those items are usually very expensive and easily recognizable. In the case of the woman from Minnesota, one had on distinctive red Air Jordan gym shoes. What are the origins of black youth resorting to crime and the corresponding need to do it wearing fashionable attire? Why is there a lack of moral value in some young people seeing when there are churches on every corner no matter the economic conditions of the neighborhood? We may have food deserts, but we’ll never have church deserts. Why is that? Who should be the one to take on the mantle of responsibility for the waywardness of our youth? Is it the educational system, or the emphasis on the recreational system, that is the bigger culprit? I know a lot of black folks who never want the dirty laundry of our social ills to be aired in public. But when we have the sort of criminal behavior that is now occurring and the perpetrators are getting younger and younger, then silence is not the solution. For me, the first step in solving any problem is to recognize that there is a problem. That is one reality that many refuse to address. Another problematic issue has come to the forefront this past week. A funeral leaving the West Side and going down the Eisenhower Expressway is alleged to have had individuals shooting from the vehicles during the procession. Those mourners driving in the procession were said to have been driving in a reckless fashion. I can attest to some of the craziness I have seen because the individuals have posted it to Facebook and YouTube. In the most recent case, the Hillside police

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West Side residents decry currency exchange fees By IGOR STUDENKOV Contributing Reporter

Elected officials, community members and residents have come out strongly against the proposal to increase the fees that currency exchanges charge every time a customer cashes a check. State Rep. La Shawn K. Ford (8th) teamed up with Woodstock Institute, a Chicagobased economic equity advocacy group, to hold a town hall event on Dec. 6 so that Austin residents would know about the proposal and encourage them to lobby against it. While those who spoke were divided on whether currency exchanges were good for the community, everybody agreed that the rate hike will hurt it. And many felt that, with the West Side severely “underbanked,” the elected officials should do more to encourage banks to invest in the communities they represent. On Feb. 10, the Community Currency Exchange Association of Illinois asked the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to increase the maximum rate currency exchanges can charge for cashing checks. For checks worth $100 or less, the fee would go up from 1.4 percent of its value plus $1 to 2.5 percent of the value plus $1.00. For checks worth between $100.01 and $1,250, the rate would go up from 2.25 percent to 2.5 percent. For checks worth more than that, the rate

would go up from 2.25 percent to 3 percent. The organization is proposing to keep the A fee for cashing a $100 check would go fees for cashing government-issued checks up from $2.40 to $3.50. For a $1,000 check, the the same and capping the fees for all payroll fee would go up from $22.50 to $25. And for a checks at 2.25 percent. The fees for other types $10,000 check, it would go up from $225 to $300. of checks, such as personal checks, would go According to an IDFR report, CCEA ar- up the way currency exchanges want. According to a Crain’s Chicago Business gued that the increase was necessary bereport, Woodstock was respondcause it was struggling to make ing to the currency exchanges’ a profit in the face of growing argument that fees help offset expenses. Under state law, the losses when the checks they department must ensure that ■ To read more cash bounce. Since government rates aren’t “unreasonable and VISIT checks can’t bounce and checks unconscionable,” while allowing currency exchanges to earn AUSTINWEEKLYNEWS.COM from employers are less likely to issue bad checks, currency exa “reasonable” profit. On June 19, the department recommended changes can afford not to raise fees on those approving the request. In its report, it stated checks in particular. Ford, who serves as chair of the Finanthat its own analysis supported CCEA’s arguments. However, IDFR still hasn’t given cial Institutions Committee, and State Sen. its final recommendation and that recom- Kimberly Lightford (4th), who serves as vice mendation would need to be reviewed by the chair of the Senate Financial Institutions Joint Committee on Administrative Rules, a Committee, have spoken out against the pro12-member Illinois General Assembly com- posed increase, with Lightford testifying in mittee evenly split between Democrats and support of Woodstock’s proposal. State Rep. Republicans, before it takes effect. Camille Lilly (78th) also expressed support. Woodstock has been a major opponent of The three legislators, along with Brent the proposed increase. According to its web- Adams, Woodstock’s senior vice president site, the non-profit develops and advocates of policy, took part in the Dec. 6 town hall. for policies that would increase economic A large contingent of members of the Westopportunities in lower-income residents, side Health Authority’s Good Neighbor especially in communities that haven’t seen Campaign attended the meeting as well, as much investment. did a number of local community activists.

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Ford said that the issue was particularly important on the West Side, where banks are rare and where currency exchanges are often the only convenient way to cash checks. He added that while, normally, he likes to avoid using currency exchanges, he sometimes uses them because of the convenience. Lightford described the proposed fee increases as predatory. “I know the government likes to prey on communities where there’s low income,” she said. “To me, this is another attack on us, and shows that [Governor Bruce Rauner] cares more about businesses than people.” Lily said that the increase would hurt people who are most vulnerable. “With the unemployment rate rising, you can correlate currency exchange fees to people who are unemployed,” she said. “Can you imagine being unemployed and having one check and those fees [on top of that].” Brent said that, if the rate increases are approved, his organization and the legislators attending the town hall will push for a bill that would reverse it. In the meantime, the panelists encouraged everyone to call Rauner on Dec. 7 to let him know how they feel about the situation. And to help bolster their case, Woodstock staff asked everyone in attendance to write down what they would have to give up if the fees increase. CONTACT: igorst3@hotmail.com

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Austin residents seek to strengthen community bonds

Clergy, police brainstormed solutions during 15th District meeting By XUEER ZHANG AustinTalks

When Pearlie Mae Tyler moved to Austin with her husband Johnny Tyler in 1974, everything was new. The couple decided to join the 4900 block club on Race Avenue to better know their neighborhood, and more importantly, to meet their neighbors. Forty years has passed, and that block club — once buzzing with parties and meetings — is not so vibrant. Activities are held sporadically, Tyler said, and there are few participants. “Right now, we are not doing anything; it’s just inactive,” Tyler said. She and her husband attended a meeting of ministers, residents and officers at the 15th District Police station last month where attendees discussed how to build a stronger community coalition in 2018. “People are not communicating and getting out to know their neighbors,” Tyler said in an interview after the Nov. 7 meeting. The lack of “personal relationships” has resulted in low attendance at many Austin block clubs, she said. Community participation could be a lot higher, said Rev. Steve Epting, pastor of Hope Community Church, who moderated last week’s meeting. “It’s 40 houses on the block with 400 people,” he said, but “they’re always just three people” who participate in the block clubs. While there are a lot of good things going on in Austin, “when you’re there, the turnout’s low,” said Jermaine Harris, the 15th District’s new sergeant of community relations, as he briefed about a dozen people about what police are focused on. Those in attendance included ministers from Friendship Baptist Church, Rock of our Salvation Church and King David Baptist Church, as well as representatives from

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SEEKING TRANSFORMATION: Austin residents met last month during a community meeting at the 15th District police station. Westside Health Authority, Northwest Austin Council and the Oak Park Regional Housing Center. Ernest Cato, the 15th’s new commander who replaced Commander Dwayne Betts after his recent promotion, did not attend the meeting due to a mandatory training for his transition, Harris told the group. While the strategy for 2018 will continue to be “unifying the faith-based groups, businesses, schools and police officers,” Harris said there needs to be increased efforts in better communicating with residents and improving participation.

That focus will be reflected next year in the 100 Blocks & 100 Churches, an initiative that the 15th Police District has had in place over the past several years. The idea is to bring back “block clubs where citizens collaborate with the churches and the police department,” Harris said during an interview after the meeting. That will help residents build up networks and reduce crimes, he added. What will also remain unchanged: the goal of strengthening community outreach, he said, adding they will begin with bringing back the Christmas parade on Dec. 15. It

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will start at 5:30 p.m. that day at Cicero and Madison. Austin does not lack for churches, organizations and community events, but it needs better collaboration to increase turnout and involvement, Epting said. “Every organization that is here does a whole lot, but some of them overlap or are right next to others,” he said, adding many groups are not getting information out in a timely fashion to make sure “there’s enough time to support each other.” “The challenge is how can we love our blocks that are around us,” Epting said, adding churches as well as community groups should get rid of the “scarcity mindset” when it comes to recruiting members and sharing resources, because “there’s enough for everybody.” Residents, community leaders and church members agreed, saying building stronger relationship should be Austin’s priority in 2018. “Our agencies need better connections with the churches and the block clubs,” said Danielle Dixon from Westside Health Authority, adding there also needs to be collaboration among similar groups. Rev. Tom Walsh, pastor of St. Martin De Porres Church, proposed that the community pinpoint a few events that all groups commit to every year. “We, as pastors, with the church members and residents, need to be committed to being seen visibly to show we are united,” he said. “We have to decide this together.” The block clubs should be revitalized because that’s where people can meet each other in person, said longtime Austin resident Tyler, who encouraged residents to come out more instead of communicating on social media. “The most important thing we need is to get out of the house, get in next door and see who these people are. “Just form a relationship. Relationship makes things work,” she stressed. CONTACT: austintalks.org@gmail.com

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Austin Weekly News, December 13, 2017

Renovations to leave Austin with one full-service library Two area branch libraries are closed for renovations until early next year By IGOR STUDENKOV Contributing Reporter

Austin will be down to just one full-fledged branch library for the next month and a half after North Austin branch library closes on Dec. 18. It won’t reopen until the end of January 2018. The closing comes as Austin branch library remains closed for renovations. While it was originally scheduled to reopen on Nov. 11, the reopening date has been pushed back several times. As of Dec. 10, the Chicago Public Library system website listed it as Feb. 5, 2018. This will leave the Austin community area with only two libraries and only one library that provides the full range of branch services. CPL has recommended some alternatives in nearby community areas. And thanks to the reciprocal cards program, residents can also borrow books and use computers at libraries in the nearby suburbs. Normally, Austin is served by three libraries — Austin branch library, at 5615 W. Race Avenue; North Austin branch library, at 5724 W. North Avenue; and West Chicago Avenue branch library, at 4856 W. Chicago Avenue. Galewood is served by Galewood-Montclare branch library, at 6871 W. Belden Avenue, but it has a smaller selection of materials than the other three and, unlike most branch libraries, it doesn’t have any meeting spaces and public computers and isn’t open on Saturdays. Austin Library is the oldest of the four, and it has the largest meeting space. According to the library website, it can hold up to 130 people, and it can be reserved by any resident, business or organization. The North Austin branch went through several locations, opening in the current building in 1995. It is the closest full-fledged

branch to Galewood, offering most of the amenities as Austin and West Chicago branches. It is the only library in Austin to have two meeting rooms — the smaller meeting room at the northeast corner of the building, which can hold up to 15 people, and a larger meeting room near the children’s area, which can hold up to 40 people. The Austin branch library closed on Sept. 25. At the time, Patrick Molloy, Chicago Public Library’s Director of Government and Public Affairs, said that they wanted to open up the roof skylight and put in a new circulation desk. The renovation plans also included making the building more energyefficient, replacing the carpets, repainting the interiors and generally “refreshing” the building. It is not currently clear why the re-opening has been pushed back two months. A CLP librarian said that it was because asbestos was found in the building, requiring abatement. Molloy didn’t respond to this newspaper’s request for comment before this issue’s deadline. The official Chicago Public Library Board of Directors schedule currently has April 17, 2018 meeting taking place at Austin branch. The delay did have an unexpected benefit for patrons. According to CPL website, any books that were checked out from Austin branch won’t be due until it reopens. Patrons can still drop off books at other branches.

As for the North Austin branch, the sign posted on its door recommended patrons go to the West Chicago branch, as well as West Humboldt Park’s North Pulaski branch, at 4300 W. North Ave, and Belmont-Cragin’s West Belmont branch, at 3104 N. Narragansett Avenue. The three libraries have similar amenities as North Austin branch and the West Belmont branch actually has a larger meeting room than other two. And these aren’t the only alternatives. CPL has reciprocal agreements with most libraries in Chicago suburbs, including Oak Park Public Library, Elmwood Park Public

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CLOSED FOR REHAB: The North Austin branch library, above, and the Austin Branch library will both be closed for renovations over the next several weeks. Library and Forest Park Public Library. Anyone who already has a CPL card can register their card at any of those libraries,

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The Catholic Parishes of Oak Park, River Forest, and Forest Park welcome you with open arms to our Advent and Christmas Season Services Ascension Catholic Church

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Advent Evening Prayer Wednesdays, December 13 and 20 at 7:00 pm Contemplative Prayer Saturdays, December 16 at 8:30 am Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturdays, December 16 and 23 from 4:00 – 4:45 pm Adjusted Mass Schedule for the Fourth Sunday of Advent Saturday, December 23 – Mass at 5:00 pm Sunday, December 24 – Mass at 9:00 am Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord Christmas Eve – Sunday, December 24

Mass at 4:00 pm – with Schola

Mass at 6:00 pm – Children’s Focus with Choristers Carols at 10:30 pm with Choir – Mass at 11:00 pm Christmas Day – Monday, December 25 Mass at 9:00 am – with Organ and Instruments Mass at 11:00 am – with Organ and Instruments

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1045 Columbian Avenue, Oak Park (708) 383-3430 - stgilesparish.org Eucharistic Adoration Tuesday, December 19 from 9:00 am to midnight 12:00 pm Prayer Service followed by Eucharistic Procession 7:00 pm Prayer Service for Peace Sacrament of Reconciliation Wednesday, December 20, from 6:00 – 7:00 pm Confessional at southwest corner of Church Saturday, December 16 from 8:30 – 9:00 am Saturday, December 23 from 8:30 – 9:30 am Adjusted Mass Schedule for the Fourth Sunday of Advent Saturday, December 23 – Mass at 4:30 pm Sunday, December 24 – Mass at 9:00 am Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord Christmas Eve: Sunday, December 24 3:00 pm Children’s Christmas Mass in Church 3:00 pm Parish Christmas Mass in Gym 5:00 pm Youth/Teen Mass (with Teen Choir) in Church 7:30 pm Family Mass Community Mass in Gym (Carols at 7:00 pm) 10:30 pm Christmas Vigil Mass in Church (Carols at 10:00 pm) Christmas Day: Monday, December 25 Masses at 9:00 and 11:00 am

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7246 W. Harrison Street, Forest Park (708) 366-0839 - stbern.com Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord Christmas Eve – Sunday, December 24 Masses at 8:00 am and 10:30 am Family Mass at 5:00 pm Caroling at 10:00 pm High Mass at 10:30 pm Christmas Day – Monday, December 25 Masses at 8:00 am and 10:30 am Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God

Monday, January 1 - Mass at 9:00 am

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Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord Christmas Eve – Sunday, December 24 Masses at 8:30 am and 10:30 am 5:00 pm - Family Christmas Mass (Prelude at 4:30 pm) Christmas Day – Monday, December 25 Masses at 8:30 am and 10:30 am Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God Sunday, December 31 - Masses at 8:30 am and 10:30 am Monday, January 1 - Mass at 10:00 am

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Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday, December 16 from 4:15 - 5:00 pm Individual confessions are heard in the Reconciliation Room of the church or by appointment. Adjusted Mass Schedule for the Fourth Sunday of Advent Saturday, December 23 - Mass at 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm Sunday, December 24 - Mass at 9:00 am Solemnity of the Nativity of our Lord Christmas Eve: Sunday, December 24 4:30 pm Vigil: Family Mass Choral music and carols begin at 4:00 pm. 10:30 pm Vigil Lessons and Carols begin at 9:50 pm. Christmas Day: Monday, December 25 Masses at 9:00 am and 11:00 am Choral music and carols begin at 10:50 am. The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Saturday, December 30 – Mass at 5:30 pm Sunday, December 31 – Masses at 9:00 am and 11:00 am *No 5:30 pm Mass*

St. Luke Parish

7600 Lake Street, River Forest 708-771-8250 stlukeparish.org Advent Season Preparation

St. Vincent Ferrer Parish

1530 Jackson Avenue, River Forest (708) 366 -7090 - svfparish.org Fourth Sunday in Advent 5:30 pm Saturday – Vigil Mass Sunday Masses: 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 11:00 am Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord Christmas Eve – Sunday, December 24 Mass at 4:00 pm Mass at 10:30 pm – Adult Choir Christmas Day – Monday, December 25 Masses at 7:30 am, 9:00 am and 11:00 am The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Saturday, December 30 - Vigil Mass at 5:30 pm Sunday, December 31 - Masses at 7:30 am, 9:00 am and 11:00 am

Sacrament of Penance and Reconciliation Saturdays, Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23 - 4:00 – 4:30 pm After 6:30 and 8:00 am Weekday Masses Christmas Eve–Sunday, December 24 3:30 pm – A Child’s Christmas - a program of Christmas music featuring our Cherub and Seraphim children’s choirs 4:00 pm – Family Mass 6:00 pm – Mass Sounds of the Season provided by flute, brass and voice 9:30 pm – A Classic Christmas A program of festive choral music and beloved traditional carols offered by the St. Luke Chancel Choir accompanied by organ, brass and flute 10:00 pm – Mass Christmas Day–Monday, December 25 9:00 am Mass–A Contemporary Christmas Modern sounds of the season with the St. Luke Contemporary Choir with guitar, brass and flute. 11:00 am Traditional Christmas music offered by the St. Luke Chancel Choir with organ, flute and brass.

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Austin Weekly News, December 13, 2017

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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 14-17-12452. 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. 14-17-12452 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 11316 TJSC#: 37-10432 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. I3068453

Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2638 N. AUSTIN AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60639 Property Index No. 13-29-315-0180000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-12975. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-12975 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 014267 TJSC#: 37-9377 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. I3067980

judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 4221719 Please refer to file number 2120-13208-FT. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION. One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street

DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 2120-13208-FT Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 15 CH 03789 TJSC#: 37-9302 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. I3065005

Commonly known as 4931-5013 West Armitage Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60639. The mortgaged real estate is a commercial/industrial building. The receiver of the subject mortgaged real estate is Al Lieberman who can be reached at (847) 284-8256. Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier’s 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. Erica N. Byrd at Garfield & Merel, Ltd., 180 North Stetson Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60601-6710. (312) 288-0105. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3069113

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 W14-1244. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3069143

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CVF II MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST II Plaintiff, -v.JUAN MUNOZ, MARTHA MUNOZ A/K/A MARTHA A. MUNOZ, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 014267 2638 N. AUSTIN AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60639 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 6, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 8, 2018, at The

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ANNIE WIMS, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF ANNIE WIMS, DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF ANNIE WIMS, DECEASED, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF DAVID WIMS, JR., DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF DAVID WIMS, JR., DECEASED, UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS AND LIENHOLDERS AGAINST THE UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF DAVID WIMS, JR., DECEASED, GENEVA HARRIS, VICTORIA WIMS, ROSIE WIMS AKA ROSE WIMS AKA ROSIE WILLIAMS AKA ROSE WILLIAMS, DESIREE WIMS AKA DESIREE WILLIAMS, SIDNEY WIMS AKA SIDNEY P. WIMS, ANNIE WIMS, JR. AKA ANNIE B. WIMS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING BY AND THROUGH THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, EQUABLE ASCENT FINANCIAL, LLC, STATE OF ILLINOIS-DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, GERALD NORDGREN, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF ANNIE WIMS, DECEASED, GERALD NORDGREN, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF DAVID WIMS, JR., DECEASED Defendants 15 CH 03789 528 NORTH KEDZIE AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60612 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 10, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 11, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 528 NORTH KEDZIE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60612 Property Index No. 16-11-223-0290000. The real estate is improved with a multi unit building containing two to six apartments. The judgment amount was $190,402.67. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION MB FINANCIAL BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER WITH AMERICAN CHARTERED BANK, Plaintiff, vs. MASHAL II ASSET, LLC; EXCEL BUILDERS OF ILLINOIS, INC.; VILLAGE BANK AND TRUST; SELECTIVE IMPORTS, INC., D/B/ A ALLIANCE PRODUCTS (INC.); TERRY FAROOQUI; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, VILLAGE BANK & TRUST, Counter-Plaintiff, vs. MASHALL II ASSET, LLC A/K/A MARSHAL II ASSET, LLC; EXCEL BUILDERS OF ILLINOIS, INC.; SELECTIVE IMPORTS, INC., D/B/ A ALLIANCE PRODUCTS (INC.); TERRY FAROOQUI; AND UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Counter-Defendants, 16 CH 6072 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 Monday, January 8, 2018, 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. 13-33-401-008-0000; 13-33-401-009-0000; 13-33-401010-0000; 13-33-401-011-0000; 13-33-401-046-0000; 13-33-401048-0000; 13-33-401-049-0000; 13-33-401-050-0000; and 13-33401-052-0000.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST INC. ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-AMC1; Plaintiff, vs. TRAVIS THOMAS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF TRAVIS THOMAS, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 14 CH 19394 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 Wednesday, January 10, 2018 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. 16-14-306-029-0000. Commonly known as 3834 West Lexington Street, Chicago, IL 60624. 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO WACHOVIA BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR GSMPS MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2004-3 Plaintiff, -v.RAYNARD GILLESPIE, AMANDA GILLESPIE, CITY OF CHICAGO, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION Defendants 16 CH 12080 609 NORTH PARKSIDE 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 October 16, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 17, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 609 NORTH PARKSIDE AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60644 Property Index No. 16-08-215-0140000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $173,811.97. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes lev-

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ied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm–3pm. Please refer to file number 16-080640. 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. SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 16-080640 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 16 CH 12080 TJSC#: 37-9554 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. I3067535

17 CH 006862 4234 W. GRENSHAW ST 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 September 5, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 16, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4234 W. GRENSHAW ST, CHICAGO, IL 60624 Property Index No. 16-15-422-0460000. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-06054. 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. 14-17-06054 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 006862 TJSC#: 37-8353 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. I3068673

mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 4221719 Please refer to file number 2120-11454. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 2120-11454 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 15 CH 16288 TJSC#: 37-9392 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. I3065941

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION REVERSE MORTGAGE FUNDING LLC Plaintiff, -v.LINDA SHORT F/K/A LINDA COLEMAN, AS TRUSTEE OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED AUGUST 1, 1999, KNOWN AS TRUST #8199, LINDA SHORT AKA LINDA COLEMAN, OSCER L. PETERSON, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING BY AND THROUGH THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 17 CH 07737 2126 S. 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 September 18, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 4, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2126 S. TRUMBULL AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60623 Property Index No. 16-23-423-0270000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $43,228.39. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 4221719 Please refer to file number 2120-13669. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return

of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 2120-13669 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 17 CH 07737 TJSC#: 37-8577 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. I3063018

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.ESTHER A. BROWNLEE, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION MTGLQ INVESTORS, L.P., Plaintiff, -v.JEFFREY HOWARD DUCHON AKA JEFF DUCHON, ICE HOUSE LOFTS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 15 CH 16288 2101 W. RICE, UNIT 208 CHICAGO, IL 60622 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 12, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 16, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2101 W. RICE, UNIT 208, CHICAGO, IL 60622 Property Index No. 17-06-330-0431017, 17-06-330-043-1043. The real estate is improved with a residential condominium. The judgment amount was $199,270.78. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION ALLY BANK; Plaintiff, vs. JOSE A. ARAMBULA; CALLETANA A. OLIVAS-CRUZ; THE CITY OF CHICAGO; Defendants, 17 CH 4499 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, January 5, 2018 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. 16-26-206-028-0000. Commonly known as 2230 South Sawyer Avenue, Chicago, IL 60623. 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.

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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. 17-011993 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3068974

Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2140 W. HURON STREET, Chicago, IL 60612 Property Index No. 17-07-106-0531001 Vol.No 586. The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $252,408.81. 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 Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 15-2806. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 15-2806 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 15 CH 17404 TJSC#: 37-10832 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. I3070497

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 14-17-06638. 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. 14-17-06638 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 007704 TJSC#: 37-8661 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. I3070291

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, 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 14-17-06307. 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. 14-17-06307 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 007323 TJSC#: 37-9017 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. I3070238

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Plaintiff, -v.FRANCISCO O. MONTES Defendants 15 CH 005145 1046 N. KARLOV 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 October 19, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 22, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1046 N. KARLOV AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60651 Property Index No. 16-03-413-0250000. 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. 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).

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION CMLT 2008-LS1 ILLINOIS PROPERTIES, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY; Plaintiff, vs. DRAGON FLY PROPERTIES, INC., AN ILLINOIS CORPORATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 9173–I 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 Tuesday, January 9, 2018, 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. 17-07-330-023-0000, 17-07330-024-0000, 17-07-330-0250000. Commonly known as 2154 W. MADISON, STREET, CHICAGO IL 60612. The mortgaged real estate is a commercial offiice building. The property may be made available for inspection by contacting Mr. Charles Delaney of Friedman Management Company at (248) 848-3520. Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier’s 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 Mr. Andrew T. McClain at Foley & Lardner, LLP, 321 N. Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois 60654. (312) 832-4500. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3069138 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.JENNIFER POPS, NATIONAL CITY BANK, 2140 W. HURON CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 17404 2140 W. HURON STREET Chicago, IL 60612 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 30, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 10, 2018, at The

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION CIT BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.NEAL GREEN, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA–DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, STATE OF ILLINOIS–DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 007704 815 N. KEDVALE 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 September 12, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 23, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 815 N. KEDVALE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60651 Property Index No. 16-03-429-0150000. 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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-21 Plaintiff, -v.SADIE COBBS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 007323 921 NORTH LAWNDALE 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 September 22, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 25, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 921 NORTH LAWNDALE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60651 Property Index No. 16-02-323-0150000. 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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING LLC; Plaintiff, vs. ADDONIS TERRELL; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 8479 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, January 19, 2018 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. 16-27-201-045-0000. Commonly known as 2226 South Kolin Avenue, Chicago, IL 60623. 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. 17-020838 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3070302

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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 14-15-05001. 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. 14-15-05001 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 005145 TJSC#: 37-9814 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. I3070064

Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 4221719 Please refer to file number 568725856. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523

(217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 568725856 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 16 CH 05694 TJSC#: 37-9735 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. I3066946

Tuesday, January 16, 2018 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. 13-33-218-009-0000. Commonly known as 2127 North Lawler Avenue, Chicago, IL 60639. 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. 14-029015 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3069868

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION HOMEBRIDGE FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. Plaintiff, -v.SUSAN LIDDELL Defendants 16 CH 05694 651 N PINE 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 October 24, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 25, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 651 N PINE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60644 Property Index No. 16-09-108-0020000. The real estate is improved with a multi unit building containing two to six apartments. The judgment amount was $192,016.30. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NEW PENN FINANCIAL, LLC DBA SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING; Plaintiff, vs. ISMAEL ADORNO, JR.; Defendants, 17 CH 1073 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, January 16, 2018 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. 13-29-425-028-0000. Commonly known as 2424 North Mason Avenue, Chicago, IL 60639. 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. 17-000087 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3069867 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR NEWLANDS ASSET HOLDING TRUST; Plaintiff, vs. MARIA ZAVALA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 13 CH 27528 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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK TRUST COMPANY AMERICAS, AS TRUSTEE FOR RESIDENTIAL ACCREDIT LOANS, INC., (RALI)2005-QS16 Plaintiff, vs. FREDERICK BURKS; LENA GHOLSTON-BURKS; CITY OF CHICAGO, Defendants, 15 CH 1948 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 Wednesday, January 17, 2018 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. 16-12-106-023-0000. Commonly known as 520 N. Troy 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 Ms. Nicole Fox at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Potestivo & Associates, P.C., 251 Diversion Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307. (248) 853-4400 ext 1200. C1411183 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3069999

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