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By BOB SKOLNIK Contributing Reporter

At both Riverside Brookfield and Lyons Township high schools, the majority of the students make the honor roll.

At RBHS, 68 percent of students made either the A or B honor roll in the first quarter and 62 percent did so in the second quarter. At LTHS 72 percent of students made the honor roll first semester.

“That doesn’t necessarily surprise me too much to have those numbers,” said RBHS Principal Kristin Smetana.

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Two locals choose county-wide races as path to bench

By BOB SKOLNIK Contributing Reporter

Two area residents who are veteran public defenders are running for judge in county-wide races in the March 20 Democratic

primary. In Cook County Circuit Court judges are elected both county-wide and from 15 different subcircuits. Jerry Barrido of Brookfield and Kathryn Maloney Vahey of Riverside have teamed up with a veteran state’s attorney from Lemont, Kathaleen

Lanahan, to help each other as they run for three different county-wide vacancies.

“The three of us had known each other and worked together for years,” Vahey said.

They helped each other gather the signatures necessary to get on the ballot and

have some joint campaign literature. None of them have been endorsed by the Cook County Democratic Party and they did not even seek the party’s endorsement which is See JUDGE RACES on page 6

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Brookfield Zoo ramps up inclusion efforts Sensory-friendly family room added

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Kelly Johnson and her son love visiting the Brookfield Zoo, but even though they visit often, it can still get overwhelming for her son.

That’s why the Brookfield mom was pleasantly surprised to discover a new addition in the Hamill Family Play Zoo: a brand new quiet Sensory-Friendly Family Room with animal-themed sensory toys and an inclusion resource center offering noise-canceling headphones, visual schedules and social stories to help families get the most out of their visit.

Not as noticeable, but perhaps most significant, is the hiring of Inclusion Specialist Lauren Reeder who works with families to create an enjoyable zoo visit geared to their individual needs.

Brookfield Zoo’s overall commitment to inclusion has been long-standing and gradually increasing for more than a decade with its Zoo for All initiative, said Dave Becker, senior manager of learning experiences at the zoo. But a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services allowed the zoo to ramp up its efforts to make sure all families get the chance to connect with nature and see that the zoo is a safe, welcoming space for them no matter what their needs might be.

“Families are really excited about it,” Becker said.

In the sensory room, families will find a bean bag chair, love seat, light bubble tube filled with fish, weighted comfort creatures and fidget toys. Lights dim or brighten as needed and provides a calm oasis before heading back out to enjoy the zoo.

“During our recent visit we went in the sensory room just to get away from the noise

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QUIET PLEASE: Lauren Reeder (far right), an inclusion specialist at Brookfield Zoo, is available to families to help facilitate the unique and individual needs of families. The new sensory-friendly family room at Brookfield Zoo offers a quiet environment for children who may need a break from the potentially overstimulating environment of a day at the zoo. The room includes comfortable seating, blackout curtains, dimmable lights, and access to Wi-Fi. and people for a few minutes because my son gets overwhelmed. He liked sitting in the quiet room and playing with the sensory toys,” Johnson said.

Reeder said as word-of-mouth about the effort spreads, she’s getting a lot of ‘thanks for doing this, now we can come out as a family and not feel judged.’ “It’s a sense of pride that we can do this for our families,” she said.

Planning is already under way for more; the zoo is working with an advisory council

to identify needs and families’ feedback is encouraged. “We want to incorporate it and think about ways to help,” Becker said.

“It just seems natural that we’re doing this to just be able to have our guests come spend more time at the zoo and come as a family. It’s a really awesome thing,” Becker said.

The zoo has three open houses planned for families with special needs to check out the new additions: March 17, April 12 and April 22.

Riverside police arrest two in drive-by shooting Cops get search warrant for SnapChat to link crime to juveniles

By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

The Riverside Police Department arrested two male juveniles – a 15-year-old from Hanover Park and a 17-year-old from Roselle – they believe committed a drive-by shooting in the 200 block of East Burlington on Dec. 1.

Police report that they got a break in the case after obtaining a search warrant for the social media company SnapChat.

Police say the 15-year-old was the shooter.

Over the last 11 weeks, police gathered video surveillance of the shooting, witness statements and other physical evidence and collaborated with other police agen-

cies, along with Facebook and SnapChat, to lead detectives to the two male juveniles.

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School fees rise at D96 for first time in 12 years Board asks for wider review of all fees

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The registration fee for a kindergarten school student will increase to $75 from the current $70. Parents who register their kindergarten student prior to April 30 will receive a 40 percent discount on the fee.

The registration fee for a first-grade student will increase to $85. The fee for second and third grade students will increase to $90 and the fee for fourth and fifth graders will increase to $100.

Elementary school fees were last increased in 2006.

“Our fees had not been updated for quite some time,” said District 96 Superintendent Martha Ryan-Toye.

The registration fee for students at L.J. Junior High School will not increase next year.

The registration fee for Hauser students, which ranges from $160 for sixth graders to $185 for eighth graders, was last increased in 2010.

Fees in District 96 remain less than fees at many other area school districts. In Brookfield, La Grange Park School District 95 the registration fee is $150 but parents get a discount if they pay their fee by July 1. The discounted fee at S.E. Gross Middle School is $100 and the discounted fee at Brook Park Elementary School is $85.

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dergarten through fifth grade students and $185 for students in sixth, seventh, and eighth grades.

In La Grange District 102, which serves the southwest portion of Brookfield, the registration fee for kindergarten through eighth grade students is $255.

Some District 96 board members, including board president Jeff Miller and Finance Committee chairman Rich Regan, said that they would like a comprehensive review of fees.

Board members Shari Klyber and Lynda Murphy were opposed to any significant increase in fees.

Families that qualify for the federal free school lunch program do not have to pay the registration fee.

In other action the school board decided to postpone a decision about whether to move a section of kindergarten from Central School to Blythe Park School.

District officials decided to wait until they get a better idea of where incoming kindergarten students live before making that decision.

No student currently attending Central School would be transferred and incoming kindergarten students who have a sibling at Central School will still have the right to attend Central even if a kindergarten section is moved from Central to Blythe Park.

“The group of students that we will consider, in terms of the best enrollment scenario for them, will be all of our new, incoming kindergarteners who do not already have siblings at one of the other elementary schools,” Ryan-Toye said. “If there are already siblings at the other elementary schools they would go where their sibling is already attending.”

Ryan-Toye said that she would expect a decision about whether to open a second section of kindergarten at Blythe Park to be made by no later than the end of June.

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LTHS finds no threats but cancels All School Assembly Citing ‘abundance of caution,’ officials cancel popular event

By BOB SKOLNIK Contributing Reporter

Citing an abundance of caution administrators Thursday abruptly cancelled the All School Assembly at Lyons Township High School that had been scheduled for Friday morning. The annual All School Assembly is the one time during the school year that the entire student body of LTHS, about 4,000 students, are together in one place at the same time.

The assembly, which is held in the school’s fieldhouse on the North Campus, features talent performances and other fun events and is eagerly looked forward to by many LTHS stu-

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The juveniles intended to rob the drug dealer, who was planning to sell them cannabis, according to police. That deal never took place and the two parties exchanged words,

dents and staff. Freshman and sophomores, who are based at school’s South Campus in Western Springs, are bussed to the North campus for the event that started in 2001.

But Wednesday afternoon school officials began hearing from students, particularly at the freshmen-sophomore South Campus, who were concerned about their safety at the All School Assembly. One student, after overhearing a conservation between two other individuals, reported a threat. School officials, in collaboration with the police departments of Western Springs and La Grange, investigated and ultimately determined that no credible threat was made verbally or through social media.

But, in light of the recent school shooting in Parkland, Florida, officials decided to cancel the All School Assembly anyway.

District 204 Superintendent Tim Kilrea and LTHS Principal Brian Waterman explained their decision in an email sent to LTHS parents and guardians Thursday afternoon.

“In light of the recent safety concerns and after many conversations with parents and students, we have regretfully decided to cancel tomorrow’s All School Assembly,” Kilrea and Waterman wrote. “Our responsibility as educators is to ensure the physical, social, and emotional safety and well-being of our students and staff. It is out of an abundance of caution for our students emotional well-being,

as well as the nature of the current climate, that this decision was made. We continue to believe that our campuses are safe, and we want to reassure our students and parents that their social, emotional, and physical safety is paramount.”

The decision to cancel the All School Assembly was made after administrators received many calls from concerned parents.

“Both main offices received many calls from concerned parents,” said Jennifer Bialobok, the Community Relations Coordinator for LTHS. As of Friday no decision has been made whether the All School Assembly will be rescheduled for another time.

police said in a press release.

The juveniles began to leave the scene but then circled back toward Desplaines and fired six shots out the window, according to police.

No one was injured in the incident, but a building and several parked cars were hit with bullets. The juveniles then fled north on Harlem.

Police report that both juveniles attend an alternative school in Addison “designed for high-school age students who have had aca-

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Riverside Police Chief Thomas Weitzel said in a press release that the shooting was an isolated incident and the result of a drug deal gone bad.

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“I did not seek slating,” Barrido said. “I don’t fancy myself as a politician. I fancy myself as someone who works hard in the courtroom for the marginalized members of our community, our most vulnerable.”

Both Barrido and Vahey are in three-person races and both face a sitting judge who was recently appointed to the bench. Barrido is facing Judge Clare Joyce Quish, the candidate endorsed by the Cook County Democratic Party, and Patrick Dankwa John, an AfricanAmerican lawyer in private practice who lives in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago. Quish was appointed to the bench in 2016.

The party backed candidate in Vahey’s race is Judge Oran F. Whiting, an African-American who was appointed to the bench last July.

Vahey’s other opponent is John Maher, the Deputy Supervisor of the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Gang Crimes and Complex Litigation unit.

One reason that Barrido and Vahey did not seek the party’s endorsement is that endorsed candidates running for county-wide judicial vacancies are expected to contribute about $40,000 to the party to pay for part of the cost of the county-wide mailings by the party be-

“As a judge you’re afforded an opportunity to have a real impact on a great number of people’s lives.”

fore the election. These mailVahey said. “At that point I was ings include the names of all thinking about running in the endorsed candidates. subcircuit. That was my focus. I All party endorsed candihadn’t thought about that. Rundates, whether for judge or other ning for office for the first time county-wide office, are expected has been a whirlwind of a year. to contribute to the cost of the I didn’t think that I had a real mailings said Don Harmon, the legitimate chance at slating beOak Park Township Democratic cause I wasn’t politically active.

Committeeman and a member That may have been a correct of the party’s judicial slate makassumption, I don’t know, but I didn’t appear before that slating ing committee. group.”

“All of the candidates slated KATHRYN MALONEY VAHEY Vahey actually filed nominatby the party, from the county Cook County Judge candidate ing petitions to run both countyboard president down to the last wide and in the 4th subcircuit judge on the ballot, we ask them to contribute to a common cambefore deciding to pull out of the paign fund to ask them to pay subcircuit race to run countyfor county-wide mailings and other campaign wide. related expenses,” Harmon said. “It’s the same She felt that running county-wide offered amount that Toni Preckwinkle contributes.” her the best chance to win, especially because Despite Vahey not being the party’s en- she managed to knock off the ballot the only dorsed candidate State Rep. Mike Zalewski, other woman who filed to run for the vacancy who is the Riverside Township Democratic that she is running for. Vahey wanted to be the Committeeman, is supporting her. Last year only woman in her race and that would not Zalewski’s campaign fund contributed $500 to have been the case in the sub circuit race.

Vahey’s campaign.

“That’s a lot of what I was hoping for this “We need variety on the bench, we need year,” Vahey said. strong women on the bench and I think she’s It is generally believed that being a woman got the litigation experience to be a really good is an advantage in Cook County judicial races member of the judiciary,” Zalewski said. as is having an Irish name.

Vahey said that one reason that she didn’t Vahey’s husband Michael objected to the appear before the slate makers was because at nominating petitions of Lisa Copland, an the time she was considering running in the African-American divorce lawyer who filed to 4th Judicial Subcircuit. run for the same vacancy that Vahey is run“I didn’t appear before the slate makers,” ning to fill. The Electoral Board determined

that Copland did not submit enough valid signatures and she was removed from the ballot leaving Vahey to face off against two men.

Barrido, 45, who came to the United States from the Philippines when he was six years old, said that he decided to run countywide because he is counting on support from the Asian-American community which is widely distributed throughout the county.

“When people of different races and genders are judged by the same homogenous group of a certain race and certain gender they lose faith in the judicial system,” Barrido said.

Vahey, 47, has been a public defender for 19 years and like Lanahan, is currently assigned to the Bridgeview courthouse. Vahey, a native of Brooklyn, decided while she was a student at Loyola Law School that she wanted to be a public defender. It was the only job that she applied for coming out of law school.

She said that she has practiced before many excellent judges and some who were not so good.

“Having spent 19 years in courtrooms I’ve watched really good judges treat people well, handle cases well, and kind of calmly work through caseloads and dispose of cases fairly and there have been times when I’ve been in courtrooms where I’ve been frustrated and didn’t feel court calls were handled in that manner,” Vahey said. “As a judge you’re afforded an opportunity to have a real impact on a great number of people’s lives. And I’d like the opportunity to do that in the way I’ve seen all the great judges that I’ve been before do that.”

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The money? The hours? Or career capstone?

Why lawyers run for judge

By BOB SKOLNIK Contributing Reporter

$198,075.

That’s the salary of a Circuit Court Judge in Illinois. That salary, which is set by the state legislature, is no doubt one reason so many lawyers want to be a judge and are willing to spend thousands of dollars of their own money trying to get elected as a judge.

The hours of a judge generally aren’t too bad either, when compared to the hours that many lawyers work.

But judges and judicial candidates will tell you that money is not the reason they want to be a judge.

“The reason I want to be a judge was not focused on the salary,” said Judge David Navarro who is running in the March 20 Democratic primary in the 4th Judicial Subcircuit.

“The reason is because I think it’s the culmination of a career spent in public service.

If I focused on salary or money I would have moved to be in private practice earlier in my career toward a more lucrative position other than being with the State’s Attorney’s Office or the Attorney General’s Office. The salary is what the salary is but the job is what I’m focused on, not the salary.”

Kathryn Maloney Vahey, a veteran public defender running for judge, says that lawyers know how much judges make but the salary is not a motivating force for her.

“Everybody who’s working in a courtroom knows how much a judge is making,” Vahey said. “It’s something we all know, I don’t think it’s on my list of reasons why. I spent my career not chasing money.”

Public defenders are unionized and veteran public defenders like Vahey and judge candidate Jerry Barrido of Brookfield make a little more than $110,000 a year according to a Cook County salary database maintained by the Better Government Association. Salaries for prosecutors in the State’s Attorney’s office are comparable.

For many government attorneys becoming a judge is a nice way to cap a career and it provides a boost in salary as well as more regular hours.

Many judges in Cook County are former prosecutors.

The salary is better than what many small firm lawyers make although partners and experienced associates at the largest downtown corporate law firms make much more.

Judge John Michael O’Meara, also running to keep his seat on the bench in the March 20 primary, was a personal injury lawyer in private practice before being appointed to the bench in 2016. O’Meara says that he typically made about as much money in private practice as he does as a judge.

“Some years I’d be making more, some years I’d be making less, but it’s right in the ballpark of what I was making,” O’Meara said. “I can tell you I’m not doing it for the money.”

“Judges are not good politicians, just by nature.

I’m not a very good person to talk about myself.”

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O’Meara says that the hours are better, and more regular, as a judge.

“The time constraints are much better,” O’Meara said.

Judicial candidates largely self-fund their own campaigns although they do get campaign contributions from friends and colleagues.

“It’s very humbling when you meet someone and they send you $25,” Vahey said.

But the prime source of campaign money for the local judicial candidates is their own money or money from close family members. All the local judicial candidates have received substantial campaign loans from themselves or close family members.

Candidates generally loan their campaign committees money so that money that is not spent can be paid back. And, especially if they win, they can host fundraisers to pay back the loans.

According to state records O’Meara loaned his campaign $50,000. The campaign of Martin Reggi, who is running against O’Meara in a 4th subcircuit race, has received loans of $62,000 from himself and other family members. Reggi’s wife Allyson loaned the campaign $17,000, Reggi’s son Martin Jr., a law student, loaned his father’s campaign $25,000, and Reggi’s daughter Martha, a lawyer herself, loaned the campaign, $10,000.

Both Reggi children listed the family home address in Riverside as their address on their campaign disclosure documents.

Reggi’s brother in law loaned the campaign

“The reason is because I think it’s the culmination of a career spent in public service. If I focused on salary or money I would have moved to be in private practice earlier in my career.”

DAVID NAVARRO Judge

$5,400 and the candidate himself loaned his campaign $5,000. His older brother contributed $5,600 to the campaign, the maximum allowable contribution.

Navarro’s campaign has received $64,000 in loans: $40,000 from his wife Kelly, $14,000 from his father, and $10,000 from the candidate himself.

Vahey’s campaign is largely funded by a $70,000 loan from her father Brian Maloney, a retired physician for the New York City Fire Department.

“He said ‘I have the money set aside for you and your brother and if you think it would help you now you can have it now’ so that’s what that loan was,” Vahey said. “I’m very uncomfortable with the whole thing of it.

I might have been more uncomfortable if I raised that money from people.”

Barrido and his wife Maria have loaned his campaign $20,344.15 according to the Illinois State Board of Elections.

Money is essential to a campaign.

“I think having money certainly increases your ability to be known and get the job,” Vahey said.

Judicial candidates spend their money on many of the same things that other candidates spend money on. Some like O’Meara and Vahey have billboards. O’Meara has three

billboards and Vahey has two. Billboards cost at least $800 a month. Candidates pay campaign consultants to advise them how to run a campaign and to compose direct mail pieces.

In subcircuit races they send out direct mail.

They pay web developers to construct a web site. One of Vahey’s biggest expenses was to pay a lawyer to handle a petition challenge which knocked off the ballot the only other woman who had filed to run in her race.

Judicial candidates campaign by going door, greeting voters and handing out literature at train stations, appearing before fraternal groups, and just seeking out voters wherever they can find them.

“There is nothing that can replace going out and meeting people,” Vahey said.

Candidates generally go to as many political events as they can, often multiple nights a week, and go to bar association meetings.

They generally introduce themselves and speak briefly about themselves and mix and mingle. There’s not a lot they can say about running for judge.

“It is extremely difficult to campaign as a judge,” O’Meara said. “In my opinion the judicial elections are the most important yet the least understood elections on the ballot in part because judges cannot talk about issues that are before them or might come before them which basically includes everything. So you cannot say I am for this or against this.

You can’t express anything.”

Many judicial candidates find it uncomfortable acting as politicians, but if they want to win they have to learn how to do it.

“Judges are not good politicians, just by nature,” O’Meara said. “I’m not a very good person to talk about myself. I can talk about a lot of things but talking about myself kind of goes against my instinct. And having billboards and going to events and talking and so forth really puts me outside of my comfort zone, but it’s all part of the process. I understand you have to do it.”

Running for judge, or any office, is hard work. Candidates are out campaigning or showing their face many nights a week and on weekends, especially as the primary approaches. Candidates use social media to spread the word. They create Facebook pages for their campaigns and regularly update their Facebook pages with messages, videos, and photos.

Volunteers also play a big role. Navarro, who has deep roots in Riverside, said that more than 100 people are helping his campaign. Some go door to door while other call prospective voters.

All the candidates are probably looking forward to March 20 when the grind comes to an end.

“It’s been hard for my family,” Vahey said.

“I certainly look forward to the day when I can put us all back together to a more home cooked meal kind of family that we were a couple of months ago.”

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Lipinski, Newman debate value of compromise in 3rd District race Large, boisterous crowd takes sides in Dem primary

By BOB SKOLNIK Contributing Reporter

With the March 20 primary less than a month away Congressman Dan Lipinski (D-Western Springs) and challenger Marie Newman met Wednesday for their only open public debate in a race that has drawn national attention. Before a sometimes boisterous crowd of 568 people at Moraine Valley Community College the two Democrats clashed most sharply over social issues.

Throughout the campaign Newman, a former marketing executive from La Grange, has said that Lipinski, who is one of only a handful of anti-abortion Democrats in the House of Representatives, is too conservative and out of step with the views of voters in the 3rd Congressional District.

Some Newman supporters had a banner saying that Lipinski is a DINO, or Democrat in Name Only.

At the forum, which was hosted by the League of Women Voters, Lipinski, a seven-term congressman, struck back portraying himself as a rare bipartisan problem solver in Washington and saying that Newman’s views were unrealistic and out of touch with the reality of Congress.

“I’m there to stand up against the status quo by bringing people together to solve problems,” said Lipinski in his opening statement of the 55-minute forum. “Some Washington insiders don’t like this, but I’m not backing down. I’m going to continue to fight to deliver for the 3rd District.”

The 3rd Congressional District stretches from the Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago southwest to near Joliet and includes the southern portion of Brookfield.

Newman called for the passage of a “clean” Dream Act, legisla-

tion that would legalize the status of those brought to the United States as children by immigrants who are in the United States illegally. She said she wanted a bill not paired with other conditions such as tougher immigration restrictions or a border wall.

Lipinski said he has been part of a bipartisan group in Congress working to craft a bill that would extend the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) executive order and that Newman’s approach would not pass in the current Congress.

“We’re not going to pass a clean Dream Act,” Lipinski said. “A lot of the things that Ms. Newman talks about she claims is going to magically happen. What we need to do is sit down and work out some compromise. Compromise has become a dirty word in Washington. The Tea Party, the Freedom Caucus is a major problem.

Having a Tea Party of the Left that makes promises about all these things that can happen magically, it’s not going to work. They’re fantasies. We need to be willing to sit down and work together.”

Lipinski and Newman clashed most sharply on social issues.

Newman said that Lipinski was hostile to women and gay rights and criticized him for a being a cosponsor of the First Amendment Defense Act (FADA), a bill that would prohibit the federal government from taking “discriminatory action” against anyone who acts in accordance with their belief that marriage should be between a man and a woman or that sexual relations should be confined to marriage.

“He is anti-LGBTQ,” said Newman saying that freedom of religion is already protected under the Constitution.

“We don’t need further religious freedom,” Newman said. “We

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SINGLE DEBATE: Congressman Dan Lipinski listens to questions asked from guests on Feb. 21, during a 3rd congressional district candidate debate at Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills. have religious freedom. We have freedom to do what we want with our religion or not have religion so that’s an unnecessary law. His freedom of religion law that he so loves is really meant to discriminate.”

Lipinski said it was necessary to protect those acting in accordance with their religious beliefs.

“Religious freedom is under attack,” Lipinski said. “When the Little Sisters of the Poor have to provide contraception that is a problem.”

Lipinski said that he is against bigotry.

“Bigotry is wrong,” Lipinski said. “Every individual should be treated with dignity. I think it is important to have laws to protect from discrimination members of the LGBTQ community. I voted 10 years ago to add sexual orientation to federal hate crimes laws. I voted to end Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell in the military.”

Lipinski, who has previously opposed gay marriage, said that it is now the law of the land and that he supports that.

Newman said that the decision whether to have an abortion or not should be up to a woman and her family and she charged that Lipinski is hostile to women.

“I trust women and I trust families to do what they need in accordance to what their beliefs are,” Newman said.

Lipinski said that he has sup-

ported equal rights for women although he didn’t directly answer a question about whether he supports the proposed Equal Rights Amendment that has languished for decades.

“I’ve stood up for women in the workplace, helped pass the Lily Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, I am a cosponsor of the paycheck fairness act so that any employer cannot pay women less than they pay men, I am co-sponsor of the pregnant worker fairness act,” Lipinski said. “I think it is very important that we stand up for the rights of women.”

Lipinski said that the federal government’s growing debt needs to be addressed. He voted against the tax cut law that passed Congress late last year.

“I was one of the brave 38 that voted for a budget a few years ago based on the Simpson-Bowles deficit reduction commission,” Lipinski said. “We need to do that. We need to have the courage to make the tough choices and there’s going to have to be cuts and yes we’re going to have to raise taxes.”

Newman said that the growing debt could be addressed by better enforcement of existing tax laws and enacting a new financial transactions tax.

Newman called for single payer health insurance.

“I believe health care is a right,” Newman said. “I believe that Medicare for All is a good way to go and

I think we can make it better and I’d love to be the worker bee on that makes it better.”

Lipinski, who voted against the Affordable Care Act when it was passed in 2010, said that he is working on legislation that would bring down health insurance premiums.

Both candidates said that they favored stricter gun control laws.

“I believe strongly that responsible gun owners should continue to own their guns, and as many guns as they would like and use them responsibly,” Newman said. “However, there are some folks, domestic abusers, criminals, terrorists, and those that have mental illness that should not have guns.”

After the debate Lipinski said that he was a little frustrated that so little time was devoted to economic issues.

“It’s tough to get 13 years of work into one-minute spurts,” Lipinski said. “I don’t think we focused enough on the priorities of the people of the district, middle class jobs we talked a little about but didn’t get that much into.

Tough to get into details about I’ve done, what she says that she will do. I didn’t hear much from her whatsoever about any details about anything and many of the statements that she made, unfortunately I didn’t really have time to come back, were simply false, statements about my record. That was disappointing, but I know that’s the way these things go.”

BIG WEEK February 28-March 7

Troop 24 Pancake breakfast

The scouts of Troop24/Pack 24 at Riverside Presbyterian Church, 116 Barrypoint Road in Riverside, host their annual Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, March 3 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church.

Tickets in advance are $5 (at the door $6) can be purchased from any scout. Kids under 5 eat for free. Enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, coffee and juice while supporting local Boy and Cub Scouts.

STEM EXPO 2018 coming soon!

Kids art exhibit

The Compassion Factory Art Gallery and Studio, 9210 Broadway Ave. in Broadway presents a Kids Art Show from March 1 to March 3.

The exhibit features the work of local school children in grades eight and under. A free reception will be held on Thursday March 1 from 4 to 9 p.m., with a closing reception on Saturday, March 3 from 1 to 3 p.m.

LaGrange Restaurant Week The LaGrange Business Association and restaurants in the village host LaGrange Restaurant Week from Feb. 28 through March 8, where chefs at 14 downtown LaGrange restaurants dish up unique items on value-priced menus reflecting the culinary diversity of the village.

Each restaurant features specially priced, multi-course menus of $20, $25 or $30 at lunch and/or dinner at Al’s Charhouse,

And more Brookfield Public Library, 3609 Grand Blvd., hosts Book Fiesta, featuring Senorita Christal for a morning of stories and songs in Spanish, on March 3 at 10:30 a.m. and Social Awareness Storytime, featuring Molly Knott reading stories that address social justice issues on March 6 at 4 p.m. For more information, call 708-485-6917 or online at www. brookfieldlibrary.info.

Riverside Arts Center, 32 E. Quincy St., presents “Flat Earth,” featuring the paintings of Chicago artist Andrew Falkowski through March 3 in the center’s Freeark Art Gallery, which is open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free.

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Ave., hosts Messy Mornings for Munchkins (ages 2+), March 6 at 10:30 a.m. and Lapsit Storytime (babies/toddlers with adult) on March 1 at 10:30 a.m.

Riverside Public Library, 1 Burling Road, and the Riverside Landscape Advisory Commission host Tree Storytime, featuring tree themed books and a nature craft on March 3 at 10 a.m. at 2 p.m. in the Quiet Reading Room. The library also hosts Knitting and Needlework Drop-in on Mondays in March at 7 p.m. in the Public Meeting Room.

The Brookfield Elks Lodge, 9022 31st St., hosts bingo every Monday night. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games start at 7 p.m. minimum cash payout of $2,275 a night, plus pull tabs, lightning, tic-tac and raffles.

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Barrel House Social, Casa Margarita, Fireside Wood-Fired Pizza, Fourteensixteen, Kama Bistro, La Buona Vita, Nickson’s Eatery, Palmer Place, Prasino, Steak + Vine, Sushi Ukai, Victory Tap and Woow Sushi.

Free weekend valet parking available from 5 to 10 p.m. at three valet stations in the central business district.

For more information visit www.lgba. com.

Lyons Township High School invites the public to use the indoor track at the South Campus fieldhouse, 4900 S. Willow Springs Road in Western Spring on school days from 6 to 7 a.m. through March. No admission charge.

Hauser Jr. High Auditorium, 65 Woodside Road, hosting Riverside School District 96 Kindergarten Registration Night, on March 8 at 6:00 p.m. (last name A - L), 7:15 p.m. (last name M - Z). Learn about the kindergarten program from principals and kindergarten teachers, with the opportunity to register students. Parents only please! For more information, visit online www.district96.org/kindergarten.

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STEM EXPO will showcase the talents of District 102 students in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and creative Making, from grades K-6 across the district on Saturday, March 3, from 9:00 a.m to noon at the Forest Road School Gymnasium, 901 N. Forest Road, LaGrange Park.

Exhibitors will be assigned a half hour time period when they will be required to be at their table to answer questions and explain their project to an EXPO Official. The Science Center Parent Enrichment Council funds the annual Science EXPO. No cost to participate. For information visit website https://sites.google.com/a/dist102.k12. il.us/stem-expo/home

Hauser Jr. High Spring Concert

The L.J. Hauser Junior High Orchestra and Choir invites the community to enjoy their Spring Concert on Sunday, March 4 at 2 p.m. in the Great Room of the Riverside Public Library, 1 Burling Road.

The concert is free and open to the public.

Update, on March 14 at 6:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Please join us to learn more about the highlights and accomplishments of Riverside School District 96 as well as discuss our future goals. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP Margie at 708-447-5007 or email: schulerm@district96.org by March 9.

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please send a photo and details by noon of the Wednesday before it needs to be published.

We can’t publish everything, but we’ll do our best to feature the week’s highlights.

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Car crashes into Veterans Memorial, driver found Shortly before midnight on Feb. 24, someone driving a black Acura SUV crashed into the Veterans Memorial Statue at Eight Corners in Brookfield and fled the scene.

The 2002 Acura had been traveling northbound on Maple and the driver drove over the curb continuing through the grass until smashing into a concrete marker and the stone retaining wall for the fountain. Bricks and large cement blocks broke off and were scattered about the circle and onto the roadway. When police arrived, the car was stopped and the driver was nowhere to be found. Inside the car, police found a cellphone and detected the strong odor of alcohol.

After checking the registration, the police went to the Brookfield home where the car was registered. According to the police report, the responding officer saw a woman inside the house, but she didn’t want to talk to the officer, saying she was a lawyer and hated the police. She told the officer to return when he had a warrant. The officer told the woman he was attempting to get information about the car that was abandoned at the fountain. The woman then walked out of the house to talk to the officer and said her husband owned a black Acura SUV. She said she had no idea where her husband was.

The officer drove the woman to the fountain and she identified the Acura as being the car her husband drives.

The officer gave the woman the cellphone they found in the vehicle. The woman couldn’t find an insurance card in the SUV. The officer asked the woman tell her husband to visit the Brookfield police station when he got home.

About 24 hours later, the woman and her husband arrived at the police station. The woman said she would be representing her husband as his attorney. The police read

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More than half make it from page 1 point average of 4.0 or above to make the A Honor Roll and a weighted grade point average of 3.0 to 3.99 to make the B Honor Roll.

LTHS has just one honor roll and a student must have a weighted or unweighted GPA of 3.125 or above to be included.

School administrators say the honor roll still has meaning even if more than half the students make it.

“I think the honor roll certainly means something,” Smetana said. “It is something that many of our students strive for, which is one of the reasons why you see 62 percent of our students on the honor roll. It is something that they value and it is something

the Miranda warning to the husband who then waived his right to remain silent and agreed to speak to the police, who showed the husband video and still photos from a security camera at Leo’s Liquors. After viewing the footage, the woman, according to the police report, noted that her husband almost got hit by a car walking away from the accident.

The husband was charged with failure to give information after striking other property, a Class A misdemeanor, disobeying a stop sign, and improper lane usage. He was also given a local ordinance citation for damage to village property. He was released upon posting bond.

Big haul or desperate measures On the afternoon of Feb. 19, a 49-year-old woman from Lyons was charged with felony retail theft and contributing to the delinquency of a minor after she and her 12-year-old daughter were caught allegedly shoplifting at the J.C. Penney store in the North Riverside Mall. The 12-year-old was stopped by a loss prevention officer after leaving the store with a shopping cart containing 36 items worth $1,412. North Riverside officers responding to the call then stopped the mother, who had left the store undetected before her daughter was stopped. She admitted she had concealed some items in her purse and police found another 27 items worth $959 on her person.

After being read her Miranda rights, she told police she had been having trouble finding a job since she was laid off from her last job as Certified Nursing Assistant at Cook County Hospital 12 years ago. She said, according to the police report, that she had been caught stealing before

that their parents value.”

Lots are high grades are given out at both schools.

At RBHS, 45.4 percent of all the grades given out in the first semester were A’s, 29.8 percent were B’s, 15.8 percent were C’s, 6.7 percent were D’s, and 2.2 percent were F’s according to information provided by the school.

Math was the toughest grading department at RBHS with 33.4 percent of the grades given out in the first semester being A’s, 31.5 percent B’s, 21.2 percent C’s, 10.5 percent D’s, and 3.4 percent F’s.

The next toughest department was science where 34.5 percent of grades were A’s, 33.2 percent were B’s, 20.1 percent were C’s, 10.5 percent were D’s, and 2.7 percent were F’s.

In Social Sciences, 38.3 percent of first semester grades were A’s and 30.7 percent were B’s. In English, more than 75 percent

and that having a record has made it difficult for her to find a job. She also said she suffers from depression and has anxiety and suicidal thoughts. She told police she had used the strategy with her daughter five times previously and had been caught three of those times. She said she had planned to sell some to the items that she took. The 12-year-old was released to her brother.

Politically motivated vandalism?

The rear window of a 2004 Honda minivan was smashed in Brookfield on Friday night, Feb. 23. When the owner saw his car on Saturday morning, not only was the rear window smashed but the windshield had multiple cracks. No entry to the minivan appeared to have been made and everything inside appeared normal.

The couple who owned the van said they had no issues with anyone and got along well with all their neighbors.

The man speculated that someone many have damaged their minivan because there was an Obama sticker on the car’s bumper. No one was seen doing any damage to the minivan and there were no security cameras around.

The couple was provided with a report number and told to contact their insurance company.

These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Riverside, North Riverside and Brookfield police departments, Feb. 19 -26, and represent a portion of the incidents to which police responded. Unless otherwise indicated, anybody named in these reports has only been charged with a crime. These cases have not been adjudicated.

students received either an A or a B with 40.1 percent of students receiving an A and 36.1 percent receiving a B. Students received very high grades in Fine Arts classes at RBHS with 75.1 percent of grades being A’s, 15.6 percent B’s, 5.9 percent C’s, 2.4 percent D’s, and 1 percent F’s.

“Students can typically do better in elective courses because it’s something they are really passionate about and excited about taking,” Smetana said.

Making the honor roll is something that some students care about but many students don’t pay much attention to. Some students say it means more to their parents than it does to themselves.

“It means my grades are good, which is kind of like reassuring to me when I make the honor roll,” said RBHS sophomore Isabella Bolton, who made the B Honor Roll first semester. “It makes me feel better about my grades, and it’s more something

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for my parents, I would say.”

Bolton said she found out about making the honor roll from her mother.

Sophomore Avianna Velasquez agrees her parents probably care more than she does about making the honor roll.

“I think it’s just a way to show that I actually care about my grades and I actually do the work,” said Velasquez who also made the B Honor Roll first semester. “It’s more for your parents. They know you’re trying in school.”

At RBHS, students don’t get anything other than honor for making the honor roll.

At LTHS, students who make the honor roll get bumper stickers for their parents stating that they have a child who made the honor roll.

“You certainly see a lot of LT bumper stickers around,” said Scott Eggerding, director of Curriculum and Instruction at LTHS.

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ice sentiment: “It is important to strive for a faculty that is representative of our student body.”

But here’s the tell: “When hiring a teacher or staff member, our ultimate goal is to hire the best person possible for the position.”

That’s the quote from Kristen Smetana, principal of Riverside Brookfield High School, in last week’s Landmark report about the astoundingly dismal representation of black and Hispanic teachers at RB and across the school districts the Landmark covers.

How dismal?

There are no African American teachers at RB. Not this year. Not last year. Not in the last 40 years according to people long associated with the school.

How dismal?

The sponsor of the school’s African American and Minority Empowerment Club is white.

Here’s the thing: Hiring “the best person possible for the position” and hiring black and Hispanic teachers are not mutually exclusive goals. Good conscience and good research tells us that having Hispanic and African American teachers is demonstrably important. It is critical to young people of color to see role models of the same ethnicity in classrooms. We’d argue it is also critical to white kids to see black and brown teachers and administrators walking the halls of their school. And we are certain that a mix of black, brown and white teachers comparing notes in the teacher lounge, working together on curriculum committees, is critical to the continuing success of our schools.

We’ll acknowledge the challenge of finding minority teachers to hire. Yep. It’s hard to find black and Hispanic teachers, especially men.

More demand than supply. Better options than teaching, etc. Throw in the line about only hiring “the best person” to the list of excuses and we’ll never solve this problem.

First someone has to get worked up enough to declare there is a problem. We heard last week from some black students on the subject. What does the school board think? The superintendent, principal and HR director are all bright educators. They know the research.

Saying that most job applicants come in online these days and that you can’t tell the whites from the blacks is a stark admission of a totally passive approach to hiring. Go out and recruit minority teachers. Convince them that RB is the place they need to teach. That they will be welcomed and respected.

This is important and it is hard. But what these local schools have done in the past doesn’t cut it.

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ou may have donated and received a roll of candy or maybe you attend the annual chicken dinner, if so you have helped to support the efforts of the Riverside Township Lions Club. The two events are the club’s only fund-raising efforts to generate money to distribute to various causes.

Have you ever wondered where the money goes?

Each year the club forms a committee from its membership to disburse the funds. The distribution of funds is separated into two categories, Sight and Sound and Community.

This year in the Sight and Sound category money was given to the Chicago Hearing Company, Dogs for the Deaf, Chicago Lighthouse, Second Sense, Hadley School for the Blind and the North Riverside and Riverside libraries. The local libraries have been able to purchase equipment to aid those patrons who may need audio or visual aid to make use of the libraries.

Community funding has been given to Pillars Community Services, Helping Hand, People Care, Seguin Services, Aging Care Connection, Scottish Home, Riverside Township, Live Out Loud, and Hines Fisher House. Monies were also sent to

Lions Hurricane Relief Fund.

While Lions International puts much of the emphasis on aiding in the areas of sight and sound, the local club supports the International causes but is seeking to be a presence on the local level. Requests for help are reviewed by the committee and approved by the club for disbursement.

The Lions also continue to collect eyeglasses which are brought to a central location where they are cleaned to be distributed to those in need. The Riverside Club within the past year has collected over 600 pairs of glasses. They may be dropped off at the Riverside Township Hall or at the North Riverside Commons.

So now you know what happens to that dollar or the change you dropped in the bucket for a roll of candy or the proceeds from the purchase of a Chicken Dinner ticket. Speaking of the Chicken Dinner it is coming up on April 15. Here is your chance to have a good chicken dinner (White Fence Farm) with all the fixins’ and know that you are helping to support a number of causes. Sounds like a winner, winner chicken dinner to me!

JOANNE KOSEY

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Protect our children’s right to life

lmost three months ago, I wrote a column titled “Partisanship is killing us from within,” highlighting how unreasonable statements and actions of local partisans who are more interested in ideology than responsible solutions tear at the health and cohesion of our community.

Sadly, with the recent shooting murder of 14 students and three adults at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland Florida, the figurative killing has turned literal, and congressional partisanship is partly to blame.

In the days since the shooting, a predictable post-tragedy pattern has played out: Some politicians insist that school shootings happen for a single reason only, claiming for instance that mental illness is the sole cause for the loss of life at the Parkland high school. They insist that the estimated 300 million guns in the United States have nothing to do with such tragedies.

This type of one-sided statement is caused by the cancer of partisanship. We find ourselves in a political climate in which reason and prudence are trumped, pun intended, by the compulsive need to accuse, ridicule, and blame the other side.

Every reasonable person, both liberal and conservative, understands that many causes contribute to such tragedies, including untreated mental health conditions, family and societal circumstances, and lack of gun safety regulation.

Because of this, they agree that prudent action now must include improvements to all aspects of the above.

Reasonable people know that making progress is neither a matter of confiscating every gun in the country nor putting

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an armed guard in every classroom.

According to steady polling over the last several years, the very large majority of Americans are entirely reasonable: 90 percent of the U.S. public wants a tougher universal background check system for gun purchases. Similarly, according to a 2017 study by the Pew Research Center, a majority of gun owners who are NRA members support this type of policy proposal also.

The importance of this last point cannot be overstated. Too often, fueled by deep emotion, our own statements play into the self-serving and manipulative narratives by politicians and some media that pits everything as a battle between lattesipping liberals and gun-toting conservatives.

The real issue is the corrosive influence of money in politics. Propped up by special interests, partisanship is a construct that offers convenient scapegoats: the irresponsible other side. Partisanship is a proxy battle that allows elected officials to hide behind, valuing special interest groups over their constituents.

Through their campaign contributions and aggressive intimidation tactics, the NRA leadership — not its membership — has achieved control over elected officials to such an extent that they say completely unreasonable things for fear of losing their jobs.

At least since the massacre at Sandy Hook in 2012, when 20 first-graders and six adults were brutally murdered, members of Congress have been derelict in their duty to keep the American public safe.

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Republicans’ irresponsible leadership on guns It is completely sickening that our nation’s gun policies are simply controlled by the National Rifle Association, which continues to put money into numerous individuals’ pockets in Congress. I am sick over this, being a mother of two young daughters who are scared to go to school because of all the school shootings that have occurred in this year alone (18 total)!

How many more of these senseless killings of children, staff and administrators at various schools around the country will it take for the Congress to do its job (for the people) and figure out how to better regulate the gun usage in this country; especially the assault weapons that are solely designed to kill as many people as possible in the shortest amount of time?

Assault weapons were designed for war and for use by the military, not for recreational use. There is no reason why anyone, including hunters, needs to own an assault weapon. Yet time and time again, the House Republican leadership has refused to allow a vote on some very simple, common-sense gun laws … selfish and irresponsible leadership!

One suggestion would be to increase the

amount of background checks before a person is even able to purchase a gun! That includes internet purchases and gun show purchases as well. Matter of fact, who even knows if these last two scenarios should be feasible anymore with all the irrational acts of violence there are in our country due to the easy access of guns.

Another suggestion would be yearly mental checks of all individuals who own any kind of gun. No civilian in their right mind needs to own an assault style weapon — all assault weaponry needs to be banned nationwide to civilians, period.

I don’t even know how to explain to my children how to be safe in the world we live in, and to add to that heartbreak is to teach them how to act in a situation of gun violence at their own school. They are 8 and 9 years old … this is nauseating to me to think about as a mother!

Something needs to change before we progress even lower in this world in terms of mass shootings.

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For all people who believe additional student safety measures are called for, including common-sense gun safety measures, show your support by attending the March 24 March for Our Lives in all major U.S. cities.

The political dysfunction we experience today is possible only because we, the people, allow it to exist. I believe it is time for the reasonable people on both sides of the aisle to demand more from those representing us. The right to life is neither a liberal nor a conservative issue, it is an unalienable and self-evident foundation.

This year, as you keep yourself informed in preparation for the November midterm elections, make support for common-sense gun laws a litmus test for candidate consideration.

Tom Jacobs is a resident of Riverside.

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We owe it to the victims and survivors of mass school shootings alike.

If you turn 18 before Nov. 6, or are older, make sure to register to vote.

If you are a student attending grade school, high school, or college, participate in the March 14 School Walkout to advocate for gun safety measures. It will start at 10 a.m. and last for 17 minutes — 1 minute for each victim who lost their life in the Parkland massacre.

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James Kolb Sr., 81 Truck driver James Philip Kolb Sr., 81, of Brookfield, died on Feb. 24, 2018. Born on March 21, 1936, he worked as a truck driver.

James Kolb was the husband of Geraldine Kolb (nee Dods); the father of Donna Porter, James (Medria) Kolb Jr. and John (Lisa) Kolb; the grandfather of Nick (Jennifer) Franciose, Christopher (Rikki) Franciose, Caley (Bryan) Engnell, Kyle Kolb, Michelle (Michael) Nishiguchi, Kendall Kolb and Danielle Kolb; the great-grandfather of

Jackson Johnson, Joslyn Engnell, Brayden Franciose, Kasey Kolb, Jakub Franciose, Finley Engnell, Mckenzie Kolb, and Axel Engnell; the brother of Marie, Carol, Daniel, Debbie and the late Bill and Ronnie; and the uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation is on Thursday, March 1 from 2 p.m. to time of service, 8 p.m., at Hitzeman Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 9445 W. 31st St. in Brookfield, followed by private interment.

The family appreciates memorials to Rettsyndrome.org, 4600 Devitt Drive, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45246. For more information, visit www.HitzemanFuneral.com.

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Roadrunners rout Bogan in supersectional Stritzel scores 34 points as Nazareth makes first trip Downstate

By MELVIN TATE

T

Contributing Reporter

he Nazareth Academy girls basketball team made more history at the IHSA Class 3A Concordia University Supersectional in River Forest.

After winning its first-ever sectional title in thrilling fashion over Fenwick, the Roadrunners guaranteed themselves the first state basketball trophy in school history with a 68-47 victory over Bogan on Monday.

In just his second year at Nazareth, coach Ed Stritzel has guided the team to a 30-2 record.

“It feels amazing,” Nazareth senior center Alyssa Geary said. “All our hard work has paid off. This is such a special moment.”

Teammate Marissa Metz added, “I never thought I’d be here. I never thought I’d have this opportunity.”

Junior guard Annie Stritzel and tremendous team defense paved the way for the Roadrunner’s trip to the state semifinals at Illinois State University.

Bogan had no answer for Annie Stritzel, who dominated the action with 34 points, 10 rebounds and five steals.

“She does that every game,” Metz said about Coach Stritzel’s daughter. “She’s the type of player that no matter what’s going on, she’s going to go out there and drop 2030 points. But she doesn’t make it about herself, she makes it about the team.”

From the opening tip, Annie Stritzel was aggressive on both ends of the floor, especially on offense. She knew it would be a physical game.

“I knew how they were going to come at us,” she said. “I knew somebody had to step up. Coming into this game, I had a feeling it was going to be me.

“When we watched their film, we knew they weren’t going to back down from us,” she added. “We had to make our free throws and when they knocked us down, we had to get right back up.”

Nazareth excelled on defense, holding Bogan to 30 percent shooting from the field and forcing 20 turnovers including 14 steals.

In the first quarter, the Roadrunners led only 18-13 despite getting 12 points from Annie Stritzel. Geary’s early foul trouble allowed the Bengals to penetrate the lane for some baskets.

“Geary got three fouls in the first half so

ALEXA ROGALS/Staff Photographer

(Above) Nazareth’s Alyssa Geary (32) looks to pass the ball during an IHSA sectional basketball game against Bogan at Concordia University in River Forest. (Left) Nazareth’s Sophia Cullotta (10) shoots the ball.

we had to pull her,” Ed Stritzel said. “We were able to keep her on the floor in the second half. She didn’t have one of her better games, but she’s such a threat who opens things up for us.”

Jovanna Martinucci and Sophia Cullotta came up with several timely baskets to help increase the Roadrunners’ lead to 35-23 at the half.

“The key to this game was playing hard,” Martinucci said. “Even if you messed up, you had to get over it and move on to the next play. We stayed focused.

“I’m so happy. I’m even happier that I’m going with this team. We’re such good friends and we’re happy to experience this together.”

In the third quarter, Annie Stritzel burned the Bengals for 11 points as Nazareth boosted its advantage to 51-37. Then Geary, Marti-

nucci, and Annie Stritzel combined for a 6-0 spurt early in the fourth quarter to put away Bogan (21-9).

Geary and Martinucci finished with 12 points apiece, and Martinucci added five assists. Cullotta (6 points, 5 rebounds) and Metz (4 points, 6 rebounds) contributed for the victors.

Tionne Colyer led Bogan with 16 points and Lamarria Johnson added 10 points and seven rebounds. Brittish Keys and Armani Turner scored seven points each. Keys grabbed 15 rebounds as the Bengals won the battle on the boards 43-31.

While Annie Stritzel will be making her second trip Downstate, it will be the first time with her father as coach. Both are thankful for the moment, even if their journey isn’t complete.

“It’s been a special year, but we don’t want to peak on February 26; we want to peak on March 3,” Ed Stritzel said. “A lot of teams

are satisfied just getting Downstate. We want to have fun too, but we have a plan. We want to bring home a state championship.”

Annie Stritzel is equally excited.

“It’s unbelievable.” she said. “To share this with my dad is special. It’s something we talked about this whole season. I really can’t put it into words. I love my team and coaching staff.”

Annie Stritzel and Geary have experience playing Downstate. Both played on Trinity’s team which took third in the 2016 4A playoffs.

“It’s a college court and there are a lot of big lights. Depth perception is different, too,” Annie Stritzel said about playing at Illinois State’s Redbird Arena. We need to keep our composure and play our game. We need to focus on what we’ve been doing.”

Nazareth (30-2) takes on Breese Central in the 3A semifinals on Friday. Tip-off is 12:45 p.m.

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@OakPark

Roadrunners rout Bogan in supersectional Stritzel scores 34 points as Nazareth makes first trip Downstate

By MELVIN TATE

T

Contributing Reporter

he Nazareth Academy girls basketball team made more history at the IHSA Class 3A Concordia University Supersectional in River Forest.

After winning its first-ever sectional title in thrilling fashion over Fenwick, the Roadrunners guaranteed themselves the first state basketball trophy in school history with a 68-47 victory over Bogan on Monday.

In just his second year at Nazareth, coach Ed Stritzel has guided the team to a 30-2 record.

“It feels amazing,” Nazareth senior center Alyssa Geary said. “All our hard work has paid off. This is such a special moment.”

Teammate Marissa Metz added, “I never thought I’d be here. I never thought I’d have this opportunity.”

Junior guard Annie Stritzel and tremendous team defense paved the way for the Roadrunner’s trip to the state semifinals at Illinois State University.

Bogan had no answer for Annie Stritzel, who dominated the action with 34 points, 10 rebounds and five steals.

“She does that every game,” Metz said about Coach Stritzel’s daughter. “She’s the type of player that no matter what’s going on, she’s going to go out there and drop 2030 points. But she doesn’t make it about herself, she makes it about the team.”

From the opening tip, Annie Stritzel was aggressive on both ends of the floor, especially on offense. She knew it would be a physical game.

“I knew how they were going to come at us,” she said. “I knew somebody had to step up. Coming into this game, I had a feeling it was going to be me.

“When we watched their film, we knew they weren’t going to back down from us,” she added. “We had to make our free throws and when they knocked us down, we had to get right back up.”

Nazareth excelled on defense, holding Bogan to 30 percent shooting from the field and forcing 20 turnovers including 14 steals.

In the first quarter, the Roadrunners led only 18-13 despite getting 12 points from Annie Stritzel. Geary’s early foul trouble allowed the Bengals to penetrate the lane for some baskets.

“Geary got three fouls in the first half so

ALEXA ROGALS/Staff Photographer

(Above) Nazareth’s Alyssa Geary (32) looks to pass the ball during an IHSA sectional basketball game against Bogan at Concordia University in River Forest. (Left) Nazareth’s Sophia Cullotta (10) shoots the ball.

we had to pull her,” Ed Stritzel said. “We were able to keep her on the floor in the second half. She didn’t have one of her better games, but she’s such a threat who opens things up for us.”

Jovanna Martinucci and Sophia Cullotta came up with several timely baskets to help increase the Roadrunners’ lead to 35-23 at the half.

“The key to this game was playing hard,” Martinucci said. “Even if you messed up, you had to get over it and move on to the next play. We stayed focused.

“I’m so happy. I’m even happier that I’m going with this team. We’re such good friends and we’re happy to experience this together.”

In the third quarter, Annie Stritzel burned the Bengals for 11 points as Nazareth boosted its advantage to 51-37. Then Geary, Marti-

nucci, and Annie Stritzel combined for a 6-0 spurt early in the fourth quarter to put away Bogan (21-9).

Geary and Martinucci finished with 12 points apiece, and Martinucci added five assists. Cullotta (6 points, 5 rebounds) and Metz (4 points, 6 rebounds) contributed for the victors.

Tionne Colyer led Bogan with 16 points and Lamarria Johnson added 10 points and seven rebounds. Brittish Keys and Armani Turner scored seven points each. Keys grabbed 15 rebounds as the Bengals won the battle on the boards 43-31.

While Annie Stritzel will be making her second trip Downstate, it will be the first time with her father as coach. Both are thankful for the moment, even if their journey isn’t complete.

“It’s been a special year, but we don’t want to peak on February 26; we want to peak on March 3,” Ed Stritzel said. “A lot of teams

are satisfied just getting Downstate. We want to have fun too, but we have a plan. We want to bring home a state championship.”

Annie Stritzel is equally excited.

“It’s unbelievable.” she said. “To share this with my dad is special. It’s something we talked about this whole season. I really can’t put it into words. I love my team and coaching staff.”

Annie Stritzel and Geary have experience playing Downstate. Both played on Trinity’s team which took third in the 2016 4A playoffs.

“It’s a college court and there are a lot of big lights. Depth perception is different, too,” Annie Stritzel said about playing at Illinois State’s Redbird Arena. We need to keep our composure and play our game. We need to focus on what we’ve been doing.”

Nazareth (30-2) takes on Breese Central in the 3A semifinals on Friday. Tip-off is 12:45 p.m.

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,â&#x20AC;? as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D18153573 on February 20, 2018.

Under the Assumed Business Name of DISCOVERING LANGUAGE with the business located at: PO BOX 5421, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305.

The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: LEDONNA MARIE JACKSON 1526 N HARLEM AVE APT 3E RIVER FOREST, Il 60305.

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PUBLIC NOTICES PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on 19 March 2018, at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 517 Desplaines Avenue, Forest Park, Illinois, the Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing to consider a request for relief from Section(s) 9-4C-4-B Rear Yard Setback, 9-8-2 Parking and other such relief/variations as may be necessary for the construction of a mixed use development in the Downtown Business District (DBD) on the following described property: LOTS 29,30,31,32,33, AND 34 IN E.A CUMMINGS AND COMPANYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MADISON STREET ADDITIONIN SECION 13, TOWNSHHOP 30 NORTH RANGE 12 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOS Commonly known as 7654 Madison Street, Forest Park, Illinois.

PIN(s): 15-13-102-005-0000, 15-13102-006-0000, 15-13-102-0070000, 15-13-102-008-0000, 15-13102-009-0000, 15-13-102-010-0000 The applicant is Michigan Avenue Real Estate Group Signed: Kerry McBride, Acting Chair Zoning Board of Appeals Published in the Forest Park Review 2/28/2018

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Monday 19 March 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Village Hall, 517 Desplaines Avenue, Forest Park, Illinois, the Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing to consider a text amendment to Title 9 of the Forest Park Zoning Ordinance. The following Section is put forth for consideration of amendment and/or repeal: Section 9-4C0406(3) Repeal The applicant for this petition is the Village of Forest Park, 517 Desplaines, Forest Park, Illinois.

Signed: Kerry McBride, Acting Chair Zoning Board of Appeals Chairperson Published in the Forest Park Review 2/28/2018

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on 19 March 2018, at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 517 Desplaines Avenue, Forest Park, Illinois, the Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct a public hearing to consider a request for relief from Section(s) 9-4B-4-B Setbacks, 9-8-2 Parking and other such relief/variations as may be necessary for the construction of a mixed use development in the B-2 zoning district on the following described properties(s): Lot 1 and 2 in block 2 in the railroad addition to Harlem in the Southeast Âź Section 12, Township 39 North, Range 12 East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois.

Pin No. 15-12-404-006-0000 Lot 3 in block 2 in the railroad addition to Harlem in the Southeast Âź Section 12, Township 39 North, Range 12 East of the Third Principal Meridian, in Cook County, Illinois. PIN No. 15-12-404-005-0000 Commonly known as 7228 Circle Avenue - Forest Park, IL and 7234 Circle Avenue - Forest Park, IL The applicant Development, LLC

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed separate bids will be received by the Board of Education, Oak Park Elementary School District 97 (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Boardâ&#x20AC;?) for the following project: OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT 97 HOLMES ELEMENTARY ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS 508 NORTH KENILWORTH AVENUE OAK PARK, IL 60302 & 2018 LIFE SAFETY WORK VARIOUS LOCATIONS OAK PARK, IL 60302 HOLMES/ 2018 LIFE SAFETY BID GROUP 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ceramic Tile, Flooring, Painting, Asphalt Paving and Landscaping.

Bids will be received until 2:00 p.m. prevailing time on Thursday March 22, 2018 at the Oak Park Elementary School District 97 Administrative offices, 260 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302, and will be publicly opened and read at 2:15 p.m. prevailing time on that date. Bids shall be submitted in an opaque sealed envelope clearly marked: Oak Park Elementary School District 97 260 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302 Attention: Bulley & Andrews Project: HOLMES ELEMENTARY ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS & 2018 LIFE SAFETY WORK BIDÂ PACKAGE 3 Scope of work for Bid Package 3 generally includes, but is not limited to: Ceramic Tile, Flooring, Painting, Asphalt Paving and Landscaping.

All bids must be submitted in accordance with the bidding instructions contained in the Bidding Documents for the project. Bid security in the form of a bid bond in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the base bid amount shall be submitted with the bid. Should a bid bond be submitted, the bond shall be payable to the Board of Education, Oak Park Elementary School District 97, 260 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302. All documents and information required by the bidding instructions contained in the Bidding Documents for the project shall be submitted with the

bid. Incomplete, late or non-conforming bids may not be accepted.

No bids shall be withdrawn, canceled or modified after the time for opening of bids without the Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s consent for a period of ninety (90) days after the scheduled time of bid opening.

The Bidding Documents for the project (which include the bidding instructions for the project and other related documents) will be available Thursday March 1st, 2018 and may be purchased from Springer Blueprint Services â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1640 S. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60643 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 773238-6340. The Bidding Documents are available for viewing/download online without cost or purchase at the Bulley & Andrews, LLC FTP Site, https://ftp.bulley.com, username: Holmes, password: bulley1891.

The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids or parts thereof, or waive any irregularities or informalities, and to make an award that in the Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sole opinion is in the best interest of the District.

The site will be available for visits by appointment to be coordinated with Bulley & Andrews, LLC. Interested parties may inspect the existing conditions. Schedule an appointment with Jason Stonchus of Bulley & Andrews in advance if you wish to visit the sites.

All bidders must comply with applicable Illinois Law requiring the payment of prevailing wages by all Contractors working on public works. If during the time period of work, the prevailing wage rates change, the contractor shall be responsible for additional costs without any change to the contract amount. All bidders must comply with the Illinois Statutory requirements regarding labor, including Equal Employment Opportunity Laws.

For additional information on the project, contact Jason Stonchus of Bulley & Andrews, LLC at jstonchus@bulley.com or 773-6452024.

Dated: 02/28/2018 Jason Stonchus Bulley & Andrews, LLC

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LEGAL NOTICE Chertkow and Chertkow (22019) Attorneys for Petitioner 1525 East 53rd Street Chicago, Illinois 60615 STATE OF ILLINOIS) COUNTY OF COOK )ss Circuit Court of Cook County, County Department, Domestic Relations Division.

In re the marriage of Maria Silvia Hernandez, Petitioner and Jose de Jesus Yarza-Garcia Respondent, Case No. 2018D-000936.

The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, the above named Respondent, that a Petition has been filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, by the Petitioner, for Dissolution of Marriage and for other relief; and that said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said Respondent, file your response to said Petition or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Room 802, Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, in the City of Chicago, Illinois, on or before March 20, 2018, default may be entered against you at any time after that day, and a judgment for Dissolution of Marriage entered in accordance with the prayer of said Petition.

DOROTHY A. BROWN, Clerk.

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REAL ESTATE FORÂ SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;FANNIE MAEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122;), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.WYNONA REDMOND, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Defendants 15 CH 16132 521 SOUTH BLVD. Oak Park, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 14, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 27, 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 521 SOUTH BLVD., Oak Park, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-07-403-0590000 Vol. 142.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $293,186.61.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The

REAL ESTATE FORÂ SALE 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS ISâ&#x20AC;? condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

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

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 15-2716.

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. 15-2716 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 15 CH 16132 TJSC#: 38-809 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I3075316 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.TAISHA L. FOSTER, NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 008084 611 N HUMPHREY AVE OAK PARK, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 18, 2017, an agent for The Judicial

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Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 6, 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 611 N HUMPHREY AVE, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-05-319-0290000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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 14-17-07208.

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. 14-17-07208 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762

Case Number: 17 CH 008084 TJSC#: 38-1412 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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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. 17-027008 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3076362

2843 ROSE ST FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 28, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 26, 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 2843 ROSE ST, FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 Property Index No. 12-27-120-0030000; 12-27-120-004-0000.

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).

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 14-17-11752.

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. 14-17-11752 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 10915 TJSC#: 37-10788 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, March 26, 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. 15-03-410-011-0000.

Commonly known as 1310 North 14th Avenue, Melrose Park, IL 60160.

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. 17-026346 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3077112

Commonly known as 1607 SOUTH 16TH AVENUE, Maywood, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-15-228-0030000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $290,855.35.

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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs.

SIDNEY L. ALLGOOD AKA SIDNEY A. ALLGOOD; UTOPIA L. CAMPBELL; STATE OF ILLINOIS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 11837 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 Thursday, March 29, 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. 16-18-412-038-0000.

Commonly known as 1011 South Elmwood Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60304.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-016809 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3077218 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DITECH FINANCIAL LLC; Plaintiff, vs.

FELIPE J BELTRAN AKA FELIPE BELTRAN; MARGO A. BELTRAN AKA MARGO BELTRAN; Defendants, 17 CH 11325 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, March 20, 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. 15-13-312-020-0000.

Commonly known as 1105 Dunlop Avenue, Forest Park, IL 60130.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION PACIFIC UNION FINANCIAL, LLC Plaintiff, vs.

UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF SHIRLEY J. POWELL; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; COMMUNITY HOME FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.; TEANEACHIE LATASHIA POWELL TEANEACHIE L. POWELL AKA TEANEACHIE POWELL; GERALD NORDGREN SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE ESTATE OF SHIRLEY J. POWELL; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 16 CH 7809 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, March 20, 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. 15-15-230-015-0000.

Commonly known as 1606 South 13th Avenue , Maywood, Illinois 60153.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890.

(630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F16050206 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3076373 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.ANDRZEJ KORNATOWSKI, ANTONINA KULIG Defendants 2017 CH 10915

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 INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR NEWCASTLE MORTGAGE SECURITIES TRUST 2007-1; Plaintiff, vs.

GILBERTO CERVANTES; CITIBANK, N AT I O N A L ASSOCIATION FKA CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA) NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Defendants, 17 CH 11478 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF HSI ASSET SECURITIZATION CORPORATION TRUST 2006-HE2 Plaintiff, -v.MARIA J. ESCARENO A/K/A MARIA ESCARENO, MAURO ESCARENO, SOURCE ONE MORTGAGE CORPORATION Defendants 17 CH 957 1607 SOUTH 16TH AVENUE Maywood, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 2, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 3, 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:

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4.500% / 30 yr. fixed 4.250% / 20 yr. fixed 4.000% / 15 yr. fixed 4.250% / 5 yr. ARM 4.250% / 7 yr. ARM 4.375% / 10 yr. ARM

POINTS/ APP. FEE 0%/$550 0%/$550 0%/$550 0%/$550 0%/$550 0%/$550

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Mortgage rates are accurate as of Monday afternoon. Due to the fluctuation of mortgage rates, the rates may vary before publication. Contact your mortgage lender for complete details. Mortgage rates vary in APR and other qualifying factors.

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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 16-081598.

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. 16-081598 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 17 CH 957 TJSC#: 38-311 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 17-025552 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3077876

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 17-084119.

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. 17-084119 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 17 CH 12164 TJSC#: 38-588 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Defendants 16 CH 012919 901 WESTCHESTER BLVD. WESTCHESTER, IL 60154 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 8, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 10, 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 901 WESTCHESTER BLVD., WESTCHESTER, IL 60154 Property Index No. 15-16-317-0410000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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 14-16-05544.

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. 14-16-05544 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 012919 TJSC#: 38-467 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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LESTER WELLS, SHARI WELLS, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND N ON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 15 CH 12513 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on June 28, 2017 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, April 2, 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. 15-15-116-008-0000.

Commonly known as 1423 S. 20th Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 150 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(312) 981-7385.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3077864

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

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

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

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

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

For information, examine the court file 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 14-17-01061.

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. 14-17-01061 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 001484 TJSC#: 38-437 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DITECH FINANCIAL LLC; Plaintiff,vs.

VIRGINIA DOZIER; Defendants, 17 CH 11899 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, April 3, 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. 15-15-314-009-0000.

Commonly known as 1929 South 19th Avenue, Broadview, IL 60153.

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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/ B/A MR. COOPER Plaintiff, -v.PEDRO RODRIGUEZ, MARIA E. RODRIGUEZ, TAYLOR, BEAN & WHITAKER MORTGAGE CORP. Defendants 17 CH 12164 310 VICTORIA DRIVE Northlake, IL 60164 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 9, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 10, 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 310 VICTORIA DRIVE, Northlake, IL 60164 Property Index No. 15-05-218-0170000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $209,244.66.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance 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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE (CWALT 2005-57CB) Plaintiff, -v.CAMERON EILTS A/K/A CAMERON L. EILTS, PAMELA EILTS, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE FOR ARGENT SECURITIES INC., ASSET BACKED PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005-W4; Plaintiff, vs.

ROXBY WILLIAMS; BRANDY L. WILLIAMS; BRENDAN MORTGAGE INCORPORATED DBA BRENDAN FINANCIAL INC.; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ROXBY WILLIAMS, IF ANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF BRANDY L. WILLIAMS, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 11772 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, April 4, 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. 15-15-420-016-0000.

Commonly known as 2037 South 13th Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 3609455 WA17-0434.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3077895 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK N.A., AS TRUSTEE, FOR CARRINGTON MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2006-NC3 ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES Plaintiff, vs.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.DENISE JOHNSON, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA– DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 17 CH 001484 517 RICE AVENUE BELLWOOD, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 8, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 10, 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 517 RICE AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-09-311-1090000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE POOLING AND SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF FEBRUARY 1, 2005 PARK PLACE SECURITIES, INC, ASSET-BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2005WHQ1 Plaintiff, -v.RAUL OLEA, EMPERATRIZ OLEA Defendants 16 CH 14384

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

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

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

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number 102456.

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

POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw. com Attorney File No. 102456 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 16 CH 14384 TJSC#: 38-1454 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.BENTIO MANCHA, ROSA D. GOMEZ Defendants 16 CH 008573 1010 N. 7TH AVENUE MAYWOOD, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 11, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 13, 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 1010 N. 7TH AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-02-307-011.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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 14-16-05698.

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. 14-16-05698 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 008573 TJSC#: 38-1065 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5pm.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 260627.

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.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 260627 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 17 CH 03716 TJSC#: 38-354 I3075617

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs.

DONNELL RAY; Defendants, 16 CH 5829 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, April 4, 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. 15-09-111-037-0000.

Commonly known as 303 Marshall Avenue, Bellwood, IL 60104.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611.

16-009654 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3077892

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, 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 14-13-10882.

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. 14-13-10882 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 007064 TJSC#: 38-1597 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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3043 RUBY STREET Franklin Park, IL 60131 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 10, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 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 3043 RUBY STREET, Franklin Park, IL 60131 Property Index No. 12282140410000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $356,150.37.

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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DITECH FINANCIAL LLC Plaintiff, -v.JOSE LUIS GONZALEZ A/K/A JOSE L GONZALEZ, EQUABLE ASCENT FINANCIAL, LLC, KATRESE ALEXANDER Defendants 17 CH 03716 1522 NORTH 24TH AVENUE MELROSE PARK, IL 60160 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 9, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 10, 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 1522 NORTH 24TH AVENUE, MELROSE PARK, IL 60160 Property Index No. 15-03-124-0540000.

The real estate is improved with a red brick, one story single family home, detached two car garage.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS SUCCESSOR

BY MERGER OF U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION ND Plaintiff, -v.JOSE MONTANO, BEATRIZ MONTANO, TARGET NATIONAL BANK F/K/A RETAILERS NATIONAL BANK, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR WILLMINGTON FINANCE, INC. Defendants 13 CH 007064 1643 N. 44TH AVENUE STONE PARK, IL 60165 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 18, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 28, 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 1643 N. 44TH AVENUE, STONE PARK, IL 60165 Property Index No. 15-05-205-0080000.

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

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the

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