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City News CPS to expand Universal full-day Pre-K Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Governor JB Pritzker, Chicago Public Schools and the Department of Family and Support Services announced the expansion of universal full-day pre-kindergarten programs in 28 communities across Chicago.

As part of Mayor Emanuel’s plan to provide universal pre-k by 2021, more than 100 new full-day classrooms will be added next school year.

“Every child in every neighborhood deserves a quality education, and that must begin in their critical earliest years,” said Mayor Emanuel. “We must remain committed to expanding early education programming to ensure every student, regardless of their family’s resources, gets the great start they deserve. This expansion helps us to further close the achievement gap and build stronger communities across Chicago for generations to come.”

As part of a $27 million increase in CPS Pre-K spending next year, the district is opening more than 100 free, full-day pre-k classes next year. The 28 high-needs communities will include: Auburn Gresham, Avalon Park, Burnside, Calumet Heights, Chatham, East Side, Englewood, Greater Grand Crossing, Hegewisch, Pullman, Riverdale, Roseland, South Chicago, South Deering, Washington Heights, West Englewood, West Pullman; Austin, East Garfield Park, Humboldt Park, Logan Square, Lower West Side, North Lawndale, South Lawndale, West Garfield Park, West Town and Uptown.

“Universal pre-kindergarten is a powerful equalizer that ensures every stu-

6th Alderman Roderick Sawyer and Dr. Janice Jackson, CEO of Chicago Public Schools. dent, in every neighborhood has access to a quality education that lays the foundation for future academic success,” said CPS CEO Dr. Janice K. Jackson. “Access to early education has the power to transform lives and this initiative will benefit Chicago’s families and Chicago’s future.”

As part of this expansion, the Department of Family and Support Services will add another $50 million to support community-based organizations providing early education programs through an upcoming RFP. This investment builds on investments of both DFSS and CPS to ensure that City-administered programs are high quality and effectively preparing children for success in their early years and beyond.

“The City has worked to build universal access for all 4 year-olds, while keeping Mayor Emanuel’s vision of comprehensive services for all children under five, in school and community-based settings,” said Department of Family Support Services commissioner Lisa Morrison Butler.

“This will allow families more options for their young learners.”

In the first year of this ambitious plan, an additional 180 full-day CPS classrooms were added to serve the families most in need. Through the continued expansion of the programming, roughly 15,000 of Chicago’s 4- year-olds are anticipated to be served in the 2019-20 school year.

Access to universal full-day pre-kindergarten will roll out to additional communities each year, prioritizing communities with the most children in need. By the fall of 2021 pre-k will be universally accessible for all 4- year-olds in Chicago.

Before the Mayor took office, less than 6,000 4-year-olds had access to pre-K; this plan will ensure that over 23,000 children are served.

Once implemented, Mayor Emanuel will have added 4 years of classroom time for every student since taking office in 2011, starting by shifting away from the shortest school day and the shortest school year in Illinois. Universal pre-k is a critical element of the Mayor’s plan to provide a full pre-k to higher education and career for all Chicago students.

Since taking office, Mayor Emanuel has made early childhood education a top priority. The expansion of universal full-day pre-kindergarten for four-yearolds joins the long list of investments in early learning and education made during his administration. This includes creating the first of its kind online preschool application to make it easier for parents to access programs and expanding access to full-day kindergarten for every student.

For more information, visit www.chicagoearlylearning.org.

Church celebrates 95th Anniversary Cosmopolitan Community Church will host a celebration for it 95th Anniversary, with a worship service at 10:45 a.m.

Sunday, March 31. There also will be a service at 3 p.m., with special music from the Celebration Choir.

The church, originally St. Mary AME, was formed under the leadership of Dr. John Russell Harvey. Services were held in the home of the legendary Dr. Marjorie Stewart Joyner and her husband Robert and later near 51st & Wabash. The CCC members raised money to purchase the lots at 5247-49 South Wabash Avenue, built the original church building and moved in Sept. 23, 1923.

The church was named The People’s Church and Cosmopolitan Community Center. Dr. Harvey was invited to join the Alliance of Community Churches and the church was later renamed Cosmopolitan Community Church. During Dr. Marjorie Stewart Joyner’s lifetime, the church served as an epicenter for the Chicago Defender Charities’ main function, the Bud Billiken Parade.

After completing a very successful revival at Cosmopolitan, Dr. Mary G. Evans, who was the pastor of St. John AME in Indianapolis, Indiana, was asked by Dr.

Harvey and the Board of Directors to assume the pastorate in 1932. By 1936, the church was able to retire a $36,000 debt.

Under Dr. Evans’ leadership, the church prospered: it was remodeled inside and out in 1938; The Community House, “The House that Faith Built”, was added in 1961; three houses on the northeast corner of 53rd and Wabash Avenue were purchased by 400 faithful members in 1960, and later became the site for The Home for the Aged. Dr. Evans passed away April 12, 1966 and was succeeded in October 1967 by the eloquent and dynamic Rev. Henry O. Hardy, currently Pastor Emeritus. Rev. Hardy shepherded Cosmopolitan for the next forty-seven years instituting many new church programs and ministries including: the Consciousness Class, The Flame Publication, the Nurse’s Guild, the Institute for Positive Living, the Dynamic Living TV Ministry, the Street Ministry, the Youth Action Ministry and a church-based federal credit union. Rev. Hardy’s vision of a new edifice began in 1983 and, after ten years of hard work and financial sacrifice from the membership, the vision became a reality with the groundbreaking for the new church structure in 1994. The church

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was officially dedicated on Sunday, April 21, 1996. After leading the flock for 47 years, Pastor Hardy retired in December 2014.

On Sept. 1, 2016, Cosmopolitan selected the Rev. Dr. Eric D. Clopton, Sr. as its fourth pastor. The Rev. Clopton brings years of ministerial experience which include religious education, music/worship ministry, and church structure. Cosmopolitan Community Church has been an authentic monument of faith through its various outreaches and programs that, under the Rev. Clopton’s leadership, continue to meet the needs of children, adults, and seniors. It is Pastor Clopton’s desire to enhance the spiritual growth and community involvement through outreach programs, leadership training, and biblical instruction.

The Church’s mortgage began on September 1, 1996, and the opportunity arose in 2016 to accelerate the payments. Under Rev. Clopton’s guidance and the support of the Board of Directors, the church members moved forward for full church ownership with the early retirement of our 25-year mortgage.

On Dec. 31, 2018, the mortgage was paid in full.

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Your Vote Counts

Lori Lightfoot

Toni Preckwinkle

1 of 2 Black women will become mayor of Chicago

By Tia Carol Jones Managing Editor Toni Preckwinkle and Lori Lightfoot are vying for Mayor of the City of Chicago.

In an election that included 14 candidates, Lightfoot and Preckwinkle were projected frontrunners in the race.

On Tuesday, Feb. 26, Lightfoot received 17.54 percent of the votes and Preckwinkle received 16.05 percent. Both candidates have traversed the city and picked up endorsements from unions, city council members and community organizations.

“I’ve been very grateful for the endorsements we’ve received,” Preckwinkle said. “The endorsement of Danny Davis and clergy and business leaders on the west side.”

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Preckwinkle also received the endorsement of Chance the Rapper, who initially endorsed Amara Enyia for mayor.

Preckwinkle said there is a need for more social workers and psychologists in the school system.

“We can’t have a world class city without a better education system,” she said. “Education is an escalator.”

Preckwinkle said violence needs to be looked at as a public health issue.

“These young people need to be healed both physically and spiritually,” she said. “It’s also important to support community-based organizations doing violence prevention; to continue to support those organizations who are doing that work.”

When it comes to the criminal justice system, Preckwinkle said

more needs to be done when it comes to antiviolence and anti-recidivism. She said she would also like to focus on police-community relations.

Preckwinkle acknowledged that while there are two African American women in the race for mayor, they come from different backgrounds. Preckwinkle was Alderman of the 4th ward for 19 years and is the Cook County Board President. Lightfoot is a lawyer and served on the Police Accountability Task Force.

Lightfoot said that her campaign’s core strategy has not really changed at all.

“People want change, they feel like the city has gone in the wrong direction,” she said. “The fact that we won the most votes shows that people want change.”

Lightfoot added, the election result ignited the real possibility www.chicagodefender.com

for change in the city. And, Lightfoot is aware of the history making aspect of the election. There is another aspect that she also is aware of.

“The biggest history making possibility is breaking the grip of the political machine here in Chicago. The machine was built to last,” Lightfoot said.

Willie Wilson endorsed Lightfoot over Preckwinkle in March.

“Dr. Wilson is a pretty influential guy. He is doing work to uplift the Black community,” Lightfoot said. “I feel very honored he has supported my campaign.”

Lightfoot has tried to engage the young people in the city. She has young volunteers who she described as enthusiastic.

“There’s nothing like peer-topeer connection. We’ve got an enthusiastic number of young volunteers urging them to show up.”

Lightfoot also is using various social media platforms and reaching out to high school students who will turn 18 by April 2, because “this election is about them.”

“I hope they will see a government that is transparent and accountable to people; see a continuing dynamic economy that will spark economic development and hope,” she said.

Lightfoot wants to ignite young voters’ excitement.

“That is how we grow our city again and make our economy as dynamic as possible,” she said.

Lightfoot said she would like Chicago to be the “it” city for the 2020s.

“We are the underdog,” she said. “I’m excited about the level of enthusiasm this candidacy has generated.”

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Community Local students receive Wings Scholarships

By Charles Preston Defender Contributing Writer James Jackson and Johnny Brown, two high school seniors, received the 2019 Wings Scholarship at Station 23 of the Jordan Store, 32 S. State, on Saturday, March 23.

The students received the scholarship, which is part of Michael Jordan’s community impact program, for their committed participation in LINK Unlimited Scholars.

“It’s just a great partnership. It is a celebration of ‘Black excellence’ and ‘Black success’, remarked Johnathan Swain, president and CEO of Link Unlimited Scholars.

“You have young people that are persevering over time and showing that a lot of things that people hear about Black youth in Chicago is not always true. There is another narrative being told, another truth being told. We’re also celebrating partnering with an iconic brand that meant a lot to Chicago.”

With approximately 50 people in the room consisting of families, Jordan Brand representatives, and LINK staff, LINK participants believed they were going to another mandatory meeting for the program. Little did they know, two students were about to receive scholarships and the others received individual framed certificates.

Jackson, who is expected to attend Northern Illinois University

The Wings Scholarship is part of Michael Jordan’s community impact program. in the fall, expressed that financial hardship impacting college decisions made him lose sleep at night.

“This means the world to me because I didn’t get as much money as expected from schools,” Jackson said. “Me, my mom and dad were struggling to find ways to pay for college. It was really stressful.”

Jackson also said that LINK was there with “open arms” when his grandmother passed away. Since his personal loss, Jackson credits LINK with helping him through his emotional trauma to enable him to become a straight-A student and excel in sports.

Briana Smith, a Jordan Brand representative, could barely hold back her tears after seeing Jackson awarded.

“I call myself his fake big mentor,” she said. “I’ve been connecting with him since the beginning.

Seeing his growth, and knowing how passionate he is about his education, I’m really excited to see him get his start and pursuing a future career.”

Johnny Brown awaits a decision from Stanford. His hopes are to go to college and study biomedical engineering to develop speech devices.

“So [students] won’t have to go through the same bullying and teasing that I did,” Brown said.

Brown’s speech impediment causes him to stutter and stammer between words, but it hasn’t stopped his will to be a scholar-athlete to reckon with. His eyes are set on a college with a 5 percent admissions rate and average 4.1 GPA for incoming freshmen.

But Brown’s honors credentials, and will to defy odds drives him and reassures him that anything is possible.

“My mom is a single mom. She kept pushing me to do what I can to get money for college because she couldn’t afford it,” said Brown.

“Without my hard work, I wouldn’t be here. I value perseverance. I value people caring for me. Without [LINK and family] pushing for me and caring for me, none of this would be possible.”

Since 1966, LINK Unlimited Scholars has provided Chicago’s African-American community

Johnny Brown and James Jackson receive Wings scholarship at an event on Saturday, March 23. Photo Credit: Tony Gueno

Briana Smith, a Jordan Brand representative (left), with Johnny Brown, James Jackson and Dr. Johari Shuck, of LINKS Unlimited Scholars. educational resources, primarily mentoring. For 18 years in a row, 100 percent of LINK Unlimited Scholars’ High School Seniors have been accepted to selective colleges and universities.

Brown and Jackson were the first to receive awards through LINK’s partnership with the Jordan

Brand. Swain said he hopes they won’t be the last.

“We hope to have an annual partnership with them going forward and collaborating on providing incentives for young people to continue to persevere in school, and do the things necessary to succeed,” Swain said.

Chicago Children’s Theatre to debut “Watsons Go to Birmingham”

By Marshelle R. Sanders of the civil rights movement. This Defender Contributing Writer compelling story reminds us that during times of crisis, hope reveals itself in the forms of family, Meet the Watsons, an Afri- friendships, learning, growing and can-American family of five, who evolving. live in Flint, Michigan. When oldChicago Children’s Theatre’s est son Byron starts getting into 13th season finale is the world trouble, it’s decided he needs to be sent to Birmingham, Alabama premiere of “The Watsons Go to to live with his grandma and get Birmingham – 1963.” A civil rights set straight. The family – Mama, era family drama based on the Daddy, Byron, Kenny, and Joetta groundbreaking young adult novel – set out on a cross-country jour- by Christopher Paul Curtis about ney in the family car, the “Brown the 1963 Birmingham church Bomber.” When they make it to bombing.

Chicago Children’s Theatre, Birmingham, they find more than they bargained for – a city simmer- 100 S. Racine Ave., will premiere ing with tension during the height a new edition of “The Watsons Go To Birmingham – 1963” adapt4 March 27 - April 2, 2019

ed by Cheryl L. West, directed by Wardell Julius Clark, with music by Paris Ray Dozier.

“I am so happy to bring ‘The Watson’s Go to Birmingham – 1963’ to CCT. A novel I read as a kid in 6th grade in Birmingham, it is thrilling to be able to bring home to Chicago,” said director Wardell Julius Clark, who grew up in Fairfield, Alabama, just outside Birmingham, and has personal ties with families affected by the 1963 Birmingham church bombing. “The story deals with family, love, joy and childhood PTSD when innocence is broken.

The reality of America we continue to live to this day. It is a deeply personal story, with my mother bewww.chicagodefender.com

ing longtime friends of the McNair family. I am so excited to share this story with Chicago audiences.”

School groups and the general public will have the chance to see Chicago Children’s Theatre’s new adaptation of the Newbery-winning book.

Also, it comes with impressive credentials. Clark, currently riding on a meteoric rise as one of Chicago’s most acclaimed young directors, makes his Chicago Children’s Theatre directing debut with “The Watsons Go To Birmingham – 1963.” Internationally admired playwright Cheryl L. West penned this fresh new adaptation of Curtis’s acclaimed novel, which fea-

tures original music composed by Paris Ray Dozier. West and Dozier collaborated with Chicago Children’s Theatre on the company’s 2018 smash hit world premiere Last Stop on Market Street.

“The Watsons Go To Birmingham – 1963” is appropriate for children nine years old and up, yet sophisticated enough for adults.

Weekday school matinees began Tuesday, March 26. Public performances are Saturday-Sunday, March 30-April 28.

For more information about the Chicago Children’s Theatre, visit chicagochildrenstheatre.org, or call 312-374-8835.

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Community South Shore resident selected for fellowship

By Tia Carol Jones Managing Editor Darryl Langston, Jr., graduated from Illinois State University in 2015, with a degree in communications, with an emphasis on management, promotion and sales.

“I got to a point in my life where I wanted to do more,” the South Shore resident said. “I thought, I can do so much more. Why not do something else.’”

So, he enrolled in the graduate program at Roosevelt University where he is pursuing a Master of Arts in Integrated Marketing Communications.

Langston is one of four Roosevelt University students selected as an Al Golin Fellow for spring 2019 semester. The fellowship program is being offered in conjunction with Golin PR of Chicago.

The aim of the fellowship program, which is named for the founder of Golin PR and Roosevelt Universi-

Darryl Langston, Jr. (middle), with Roosevelt University President Ali Malekzadeh and Golin Chair Fred Cook. ty Alum, is to increase diversity in the public relations and marketing fields in Chicago.

As a fellow, Langston will have the opportunity to attend work-

shops and networking events, receive mentoring from senior public relations executives and serve in public relations and marketing internships.

Langston said he is proud to be selected for the fellowship because of Golin’s legacy at Roosevelt and his work in public relations and marketing.

“He’s a University legend and he helped Ray Kroc,” Langston said about Golin who helped create the Ronald McDonald Houses.

“Roosevelt really holds him to a high standard.”

Langston added, Golin’s story showed him what he could accomplish if he just applied himself.

“I just never thought I’d see myself being able to sit down and talk to CEOs of companies and have casual conversation,” he said.

Langston added, he is proud to set the examples of what happens when you study and work hard in your studies.

“Our first fellows have proven themselves to be best-in-class representatives of the next generation of progressive, ethical leaders aligned to Roosevelt’s social justice mission,” Marian Azzaro, chair of Roosevelt’s department of communications and associate professor of integrated marketing communications, said in a release.

‘Hamilton’ education program continues its third year in Chicago

By Marshelle R. Sanders songs, rap, poetry scenes, monoDefender Contributing Writer logues – on the CIBC Theatre stage in front of their peers.

“Our goal is to ensure that stuThe innovative education prodents have a shot to see ‘Hamgram that debuted at ‘Hamilton’ on Broadway, in partnership with ilton’ and use its words, music, The Rockefeller Foundation, con- and staging to further their undertinues its third year in Chicago. standing and enjoyment of AmerOn Wednesday, March 13, 2019, ican History, music, and drama.

1,900 students and teachers from We’ve had the pleasure of expand29 Chicagoland area high schools ing the education program outside attended the matinee perfor- of New York in Chicago and other mance of the musical at Broadway cities around the country,” said In Chicago’s CIBC Theatre, 18 W. “Hamilton” producer Jeffrey Seller, who was instrumental in developMonroe Street. ing the education program.

The performance was the sec“This project is transformative. ond of three all-student matinee HAMILTON has struck a chord performances during the 2018with our nation’s students because 2019 school year. it embodies what great history edMore than 5,000 Chicago ucation is all about bringing the high-school students, who attend past to life and fostering connecFenger Academy High School, tions with the exceptional individKenwood Academy, and Wendell uals and moments that have made Phillips High School, had the op- us who we are. This program emportunity to experience the mu- powers students to reclaim their sical. The students spent several narrative and empowers teachers weeks in their classrooms studying to bridge classroom learning with American history through a unique the stage,” said James G. Baker, integrated curriculum about Alex- president of the Gilder Lehrman ander Hamilton and the nation’s Institute of American History.

Founding Fathers.

“Hamilton” is the story of AmerIn addition to seeing a perfor- ica’s Founding Father Alexander mance, students performed an Hamilton, an immigrant from the original work they created based West Indies who became George on their classroom studies – Washington’s right-hand man THE CHICAGO DEFENDER

High school students attend “Hamilton” performance as part of an educational program, in partnership with the Rockefeller Foundation. during the Revolutionary War and was the new nation’s first Treasury Secretary. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B, and Broadway, it is the story of America then, as told by America now. www.chicagodefender.com

Launching April 2019 in Chicago, Hamilton: The Exhibition will take visitors more in-depth into the life and times of Alexander Hamilton through the immersive exhibit featuring a dynamic, interactive mix of in-depth scenography, light-

ing, sound, multimedia, music, and an audio tour narrated by “Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda.

For information on “Hamilton,”visit www.HamiltonMusical. com. For more information, visit www.BroadwayInChicago.com.

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12 Voices

We All Have Failed

By Carl West 12 Voices I’m overly saddened and disappointed with my elders, the very people who I’ve admired, respected and wanted to emulate as leaders for my community.

T h e s e are men and women Carl West who were supposed to guide an emerging revolution of prosperity for their children’s children. The next generation has looked to them for clarity and unsolved answers. I’m also hurt by the actions of my local elected officials who’ve failed at being true leaders. The very people who pledged to fight on behalf of progress and opportunities. And we can’t forget the pastors, priests, and reverends of our beloved congregations who’ve deserted their flock for seven pieces of silver. These are the wicked disciples of God! (See Judas and Peter)

Instead, collectively, they continue to contribute to select communities suffering under the regime of the status quo. They each align themselves with the very people who’ve misguided, for instance, black people. And I ask, for what? I hear their excuses. I witness their attempts to be fair and balanced, but it’s not for the benefit of the people. I see select activists wearing shirts and buttons waving the flags of people who’ve clearly been unkind to their own! I see business leadership organizations that are supposed to be unbiased and bipartisan in their attempts to build new leaders. But instead, they wave a certain flag and expect for their newly created emerging leaders’ group to follow suit.

It shames me when I hear them say,”’ This person (incumbent or candidate) gives black folks the best chance at ‘winning.’” Winning what? Really what they’re saying is that ‘they give them the best chance at ‘winning’ while being aligned with the right color flag.

Because most times, their victory is not black folks win. I’m so confused and torn! I wanna serve and be great as a leader who can stand strong and not succumb to

the evils that men do. I also wanna build wealth and provide for my friends, family, and community. But, at what cost is freedom?

When can a black man truly be a black man?

No other race is asked to denounce their own people in order to be accepted into an already hostile society. How has this hurtful ordeal been allowed to fester inside the community’s internal souls for so long? I don’t even see mature men anymore. I don’t even smell the scent of real women, anymore. I see slaves to the rhythm of life. A rhythm that has caused greed and acceptance to be at the forefront instead of freedom. I’m speaking from a place of absolute pain and despair.

The election for aldermen and the mayor is next week on April 2. I don’t know what the outcome will be, but what I do know is that many people who do not deserve to serve as an alderman will sit in seats of power either for another term or as a first-time player. The mayor’s race, which is similar to the 1800’s California Gold Rush, will conclude with a candidate who most likely was not the people’s choice. Yep, people will vote,

but just because someone wins doesn’t mean that he or she was the people’s champ. See President Donald Trump.

I wanted to see new and fresh blood in control during my most prosperous, progressive and mature years serving my city for the next ten years, at least. What a disaster for my generation. I wanted to see my generation stand up and take control of their future. But we bowed down to the status quo and gave away our future which should’ve consisted of new leaders, acquiring power, gaining influence and building more wealth.

What happened to a Kurt Summers? Where did our dreams of seeing a person like Larry Rogers, Jr. surpass his own ambitions and compete for mayor? Seeing those two brothers battle it out would have been exciting and inspiring.

Our generation would’ve had real choices for our future. Amara Enyia would have been a refreshing burst of flavor. Which is something so terribly needed for my generation’s progress! Will there come a day when Christian Mitchell, Art Turner, Jr., Marcus Evans, Juliana Stratton, Charise Williams, Adrienne Irmer, Tara Stamps, Will Cal-

loway, Nicole Johnson, Stephanie Coleman, Keiana Barrett, and others are names on ballots for real contention for Mayor, Governor or even Cook County Board President?

We need a change. And, I fear that we blew it! This was the opportune time. My people played themselves and it’s written on walls from downtown to the north, west and south sides. The internal memo has been sent out: “Black folks had the chance to dictate their own future in this city and state, so they know, again, have themselves to blame!”

This is what happens when millions of black people have denounced and lost that inner connection to their Motherland (Africa). Once (you) lose the love, touch, and feel of your mother’s womb, you lose your souls. You lose the will to live as free black people! I feel so sorry for my folks!

We’ve failed each other!

Carl D. West is the CEO/Publisher of TBTNews and founder of the TRUTH 4 Literacy Foundation, Leadership Luncheon, Legend and Pioneer Awards, all powered by Midwest Gap Enterprise.

Community Bill Winston holds Business and Leadership Conference

By Marshelle R. Sanders Procurement Technical Assistance Defender Contributing Writer Center, the International Trade Center, the CEPD program, Global Business Prayer Network and the Business leaders and entrepre- Carver Innovation Center. neurs gathered at the 2019 Busi“I believe the world is expeness & Leadership Conference, riencing a crisis of leadership hosted by Dr. Bill Winston and the across the “mountains” of our Joseph Business School. society, whether that mountain is The conference, which began business, education, religion, govin 1998, took place from Thurs- ernment, arts and entertainment, day-Saturday, March 21-23, at Liv- or media,” said Winston, founder, ing Word Christian Center, 7600 and president of Joseph Business W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park, Ill. School. “And as the leadership The Joseph Business School is goes, so goes a company’s ema global institution that equips en- ployees, a church’s congregation, trepreneurs and individuals using or country’s citizenry.” practical and biblical principles to This year’s Business and Leadstart companies and create wealth ership Conference listed as its to transform desolate places into speakers business and media flourishing communities for the moguls, as well as industry elite glory of God. Its ecosystem in- in technology, aviation and leadcludes the Joseph Business School ership development. These elite Campus and Online entrepreneur- national and international speakial programs, the Illinois SBDC at ers help train and develop leaders the Joseph Business School, the 6 March 27 - April 2, 2019

Bill Winston from every sphere of the marketplace to take the lead.

The conference has had several names over the past 21 years, including Missions and Marketplace Conference and the Economic Empowerment and Leadership Summit. In 2019, it returned the name Business and Leadership Conference.

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Winston and Dr. Samuel Chand, CEO of Sam Chand Leadership Institute.

Presenters included Ibukun Awosika, chairman of First Bank of Nigeria; The Rev. Gary Keesee, author, entrepreneur, founder and president of Forward Financial Group; and founder of Faith Life Now Dr. Donte’ Hickman, Baltimore housing commissioner, entrepreneur and community leader.

Donald Lawrence, multiple Grammy and Stellar Award winner, producer, and songwriter; Devon Franklin, Hollywood executive and movie producer; and Bill Walton, senior pastor of Southern Baptist Church, also spoke at the conference.

Attendees who registered for the Shark Tank Diversity Tour casting audition also had the opportunity to pitch their inventions and business ideas to producers from

ABC’s hit show Shark Tank. Once chosen, these entrepreneurs will appear on the reality show where five business titans could help them turn their ideas into multi-million-dollar businesses. There was also a Career Fair with career enhancement sessions to help job seekers navigate the job market and gain an understanding of how to build a career path in the digital age.

Other workshops continued the focus on Innovation, Creativity, Leadership, and Going Global.

The goal of the 2019 Business & Leadership Conference is to empower attendees to rise to the top of their industries through superior leadership and godly wisdom and be a catalyst for positive and lasting change in their communities, cities, and nations.

For more information visit blc. billwinston.org and www.jbs.edu.

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City Vote Candidate wants better community

By Tia Carol Jones Managing Editor

Sandra Finley

CEO of League of Black Women runs for trustee

By Tia Carol Jones Managing Editor When a cell phone tower was set to be built close to Sandra Finley’s home in Olympia Fields, it energized her to run for office. Finley, president and CEO of the League of Black Women, said she and her neighbors “got woke.”

“I took a look at the people who were serving on our board,” she said. “They weren’t quite up to the task.”

Finley said with the potential economic development opportunities in Olympia Fields, she knew it would take a certain set of skills.

“We need people with the talent and experience to do the business behind the office; we could not send rookies,” she said. “You need to send in superstars.”

Finley said the cool thing about Olympia Fields is that they have very competent people who reside there. With 98 percent Black ownership, its residents boast a high net worth. And, she said mayor Sterling “Stoney” Burke is leading the Village with much vigor.

to bridge the gap between the resources enjoyed by residents on the North side and that of residents on the South side of the city.

Marvin McNeil is running for Alderman “We’re tired of the tale of two cities; in the 21st Ward, against incumbent Howsouth and west sides don’t have the same ard Brookins. McNeil is retired from the as the affluent North side,” he said. “I want City of Chicago Department what you got.” of Zoning who has lived in the Part of those resources are ward for eight years. better sidewalks. McNeil said “I want my community to he would demand sidewalks, better than it is now; I want streets and curbs in his comChicago better than it is now,” munity get fixed. he said.

When it comes to crime in McNeil ran against Brookthe community, McNeil proins in 2015 and Brookins won posed hiring private investigaby 300 votes. tors to solve crimes.

“I’m retired, he got me riled “We shouldn’t have to live up,” he said. “I have to admit, I like the ‘Purge’ every night,” like doing this.” he said. “A P.I., I’ll trust them McNeil said, this time, he Marvin McNeil before I trust a detective.” made it to the run-off due to He also would like to crea lot of leg work and phone ate a Chamber of Commerce for the area calls, and, mailings. He said he also has a that includes the Chatham Ridge and 87th network of constituents who are fed up.

Street Center.

“He’s been here for 16 years, does your “I want us to be safer, our streets to be neighborhood look any better,” McNeil cleaner,” he said. “I want our Alderman to asked of Brookins. “Our ward is suffering be accountable.” from a case of severe lack of transparenSeveral attempts were made to contact cy.”

Alderman Howard Brookins but he did not As Alderman, McNeil said he would try return our calls.

“We want strong businesses that leave a light footprint on our Village; the nature of our Village is just lovely,” she said.

Finley also said that the goal is to court more modern businesses.

“We want more enterprises that are not vulnerable to e-commerce,” she said.

During Finley’s time as president, the League of Black Women has increased the leadership potential of black women. With research and anecdotal stories of black women, the League of Black Women has been able to cut a clear path to the future.

She said the League of Black Women’s aim is to produce a winning game for black women.

“That is very much in sync with what Olympia Fields is doing to her future,” she said.

Finley added, the Village has a great hospital that is expanding. And, the Village has quite a lot to offer.

“I understand what a board member is supposed to do. A board member is supposed to accelerate progress,” she said. “I want this mayor and this leadership team to pivot toward the road of possibilities to our future.”

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City Vote Interview: Stephanie Coleman for 16th Ward Alderman

By Katara Patton Defender Contributing Writer One of the hottest races to watch in the April 2 run-off elections is the aldermanic race in the 16th Ward, which includes parts of Englewood, Gage Park and Chicago Lawn. The race features the incumbent, Alderman Toni Foulkes, and the ward’s Democratic committeeman, Stephanie Coleman. The Defender reached out to both candidates to find out their plans if elected. Foulkes could not be reached, but we did catch up with Coleman, who would be the youngest African American alderman if elected.

Chicago Defender: Tell us why you are running?

Stephanie Coleman: First and foremost, I am a life-long resident of the 16th ward. I am the daughter of two pastors, I am a product of both Christian and public schools. My parents instilled in me to not only serve our community but to be compassionate. Our community has suffered from disinvestment for years and years. I

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am a servant by default — as a PK (Pastor’s Kid) and seeing my mother (Shirley Coleman) serve as alderman for 16 years. My father (David Coleman) is one of the oldest pastors in Englewood.

CD: You’ve run for alderman of the 16th ward before, what is different this time?

SC: In 2015, I ran at 27; the race was very close. I lost by 76 votes. I didn’t give up. I ran for committeeman in 2016 and had success. In three years, we have registered 2,000 new voters and increased voter turnout by 27 percent. I’ve served our community by putting young people to work; cleaning our ward.

My message is the same: Serve our community, put the constituents’ needs first and bridge the gaps between Englewood/Gage Park and the rest of the city.

I also want to stay engaged, not just waiting until election time to knock on doors.

I haven’t stopped since 2014 (when last election began). As committeeman, I registered new voters and recruited new judges for the electoral process.

I’ve also worked with 16th Ward Young

Stephanie Coleman Dems, which is an organization for young adults aged 18-35; we unite them to be engaged in the electoral process; they register other young people to vote and have conversations around the process. We are mobilizing people and using social media to stay positive. That’s what has helped us increase voter turnout.

CD: But the numbers were very low in your ward for this general election...

SC: Yes, the numbers were lower for this general/primary election compared to the last one in 2018. Keep in mind, we have depopulation in the ward. Five thousand residents moved out and this is directly correlated to crime and why our children are not attending neighborhood schools.

CD: That leads into my next question; what do you see as the biggest issues in the 16th Ward?

SC: Our biggest issues are: public safety; quality education options for children -- we had four high schools close; and a lack of development … we have a comprehensive plan for development not just the usual strip mall with a fried chicken place.

When we take care of those issues, then we’ll be able to attract and have businesses reinvest in us. Other communities are striving; there is a new grocery story in Woodlawn on 63rd and Cottage Grove, but we’re still having to travel all across town to go to an affordable grocery store.

That is unacceptable. You will get a leader in me -- endorsed by the Tribune and SunTimes and hopefully the Defender — to make sure that our community will get this, as other communities have. Englewood, Gage Park and Chicago Lawn should reflect all of Chicago. Businesses (in the 16th ward) have closed and there’s been no replacements. The CVS on 59th and Ashland is closing and there’s no plan for another pharmacy … seniors will have to travel for their medicine.

CD: As alderman, how will you change this?

SC: We need investment. We need to find out what the businesses need and provide it. If security is a concern, we need to amp up security. We need to work with them in the district. Someone has to give

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us a chance. We have the tax base; our money is traveling outside our community daily.

CD: Reports say crime has decreased in Englewood. Do you credit that to your opponent, the incumbent alderman?

SC: Crime has decreased simply because a lot of organizations are working; I don’t think it is to the alderman’s credit.

I am a member of Residents Association of Greater Englewood. We have come together as stake holders in Englewood for public safety; we have gotten together job pop-up fairs and have constantly engaged with the youth. We know crime increases in the summer and we take over Englewood parks, have community festivals so different artists have the opportunity to do spoken word, children dance and rap; we have other avenues of increasing the peace.

I am a little bias as a daughter of Englewood; I have been working with Englewood Rising campaign where we want to change the narrative of how Englewood is portrayed. The media has portrayed Englewood as the poster child for murder …. we don’t hear about all of the positives in Englewood. We need to change that narrative.

CD: Any thoughts on the mayoral race especially since there has been a lot of talk about aldermanic prerogative?

SC: I’m ready and willing to work with whomever the mayor will be. I know for one thing, it will be a Black woman. I’m anxious to join a strong council. We have to find our voice again--city council has been weak and it is evident in the disinvestment in Black and Brown communities. I will work with my 49 other colleagues-to-be and work with the next mayor of Chicago, work with her. The 16th Ward as well as other wards will get the investments that it is our time to get.

I’ve been born to lead and I am ready to serve, to continue to serve. I will be the youngest African American alderman in the city council…there is some Black girl magic happening throughout the City of Chicago; there is a paradigm shift and we are getting ready to make herstory!

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City Vote Suburban candidate looks to engage voters in new way

By Charles Preston Her qualifications boast a Defender Contributing Writer Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Forensic Science, as well as a Master of Science in Education in Colby Chapman, a lifelong Har- Program Leadership, with honors, vey resident, remains hopeful in from the Southern Illinois Universiher efforts to win the 2nd Ward ty Carbondale Campus. Chapman Aldermanic seat in her beloved created the non-profit organizacity. Chapman will be engaged tion Financial Literacy Leaders of in an April 2 runoff election, after America, where her most recent falling just nine votes short of tying community work involves leading with popular opponent Marshaun the PennyUp program.

Tolbert.

The PennyUp program strives “It’s truly a defining moment to provide and financially aide Harbecause we know that we truly vey youth with innovative financial connected with each and every resources. Chapman has served voter,” said Chapman. “We were and interacted with 132 youth and up against three other gentlemen 57 social service organizations that were running. [The Chapman with this program through a myriad campaign] was the first campaign of efforts including back-to-school to have an African-American wom- drives, financial literacy classan make it past the primary elec- es, college tours and community tion.” cleanups.

Yes, Chapman is running to be While her resume in the comthe first African-American woman munity is strong, Chapman still elected to the Harvey City Council. faces adversity on her to path to

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becoming the next 2nd Ward Alderman. For example, any candidate will have a tough time navigating a grassroots political campaign in Harvey. The stark and consistent presence of abandoned homes in precincts limits candidates door-knocking efforts, especially during the brutal winter months.

“We have to get back in certain precincts and ask where was the disconnect with voters,” said Chapman. “We have to be in full force, in voters’ faces, and probably initiate different conversations.

I make it my business to try to hit every door, every single day. “ If Chapman is able to pull out the victory on April 2, then the symbolism and optics of the moment will be present as she will be the first African-American woman elected in the city council. Chapman contends that her campaign is more than being “a first” and a

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Colby Chapman victory must happen for the genuine transformation to take place.

“This is an opportunity to engage voters in a new way,” said Chapman. “Many people in Harvey don’t even know the responsibilities of an alderman. I plan to create a new culture of leadership and facilitate change within my ward.”

Chapman loves her home and speaks about the potential it has to become a powerhouse suburb.

However, this pride and optimism arise from a place known for its

high percentage of poverty and crime. The suburb does not greatly contrast with the south and west sides of Chicago. It’s predominantly Black, suffering from population loss, and riddled with a history of political corruption. For many of the aforementioned reasons, Harvey residents voted in term limits.

But Chapman wishes to be the first African-American woman to alter Harvey’s political trajectory and narrative for the better. Can she do it? Well, that’s for Harvey residents to decide.

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City Vote

Early voting hours and locations Early voting for the April 2 runoff election began on Monday, March 18. There are 51 location where Chicago residents can vote.

Each site will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Friday, through Friday, March 29; 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday, March 30; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, March 31; and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, April 1.

Election Board Chair Marisel A. Hernandez said that preliminary requests for Vote by Mail ballots indicate there will be even stronger interest in the April 2 Run-Off Elections than there was in the first round in February. “This is a short ballot with a big impact,� Hernandez said in a press release.

For more information, visit chicagoelections.com or call 312269-7900; 312-269-0027 for the hearing impaired.

Early Voting Sites Ward 1: Goldblatts Building, 1615 W. Chicago Ave. Ward 2: Near North Library, 310 W. Division St. Ward 3: Hall Branch Library,

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4801 S. Michigan *Ward 4: King Community Center, 4314 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Ward 5: Jackson Park, 6401 S. Stony Island Ave. Ward 6: District 3 Police Station, 7040 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Ward 7: Jeffery Manor Library, 4201 E. 100th St. Ward 8: Olive-Harvey College, 10001 S. Woodlawn Ave. Ward 9: Palmer Park, 201 E. 111th St. Ward 10: Vodak/East Side Library, 3710 E. 106th St. Ward 11: District 9 Police Station, 3120 S. Halsted St. *Ward 12: McKinley Park, 2210 W. Pershing Road Ward 13: West Lawn Park, 4233 W. 65th St. Ward 14: Archer Heights Library, 5055 S. Archer Ave. Ward 15: Gage Park, 2411 W. 55th St. Ward 16: Lindblom Park, 6054 S. Damen Ave. Ward 17: Thurgood Marshall Li-

brary, 7506 S. Racine Ave. Ward 18: Wrightwood-Ashburn Library, 8530S. Kedzie Ave. *Ward 19: Mount Greenwood Park, 3721 W. 111th St. Ward 20: Bessie Coleman Library, 731 E. 63rd St. Ward 21: Carter G. Woodson Library, 9525 S. Halsted St. Ward 22: Toman Library, 2708 S. Pulaski Road Ward 23: Clearing Library, 6423 W. 63rd St. Ward 24: St. Agatha Parish, 3147 W. Douglas Road Ward 25: Chinatown Library, 2100 S. Wentworth Ave. Ward 26: Humboldt Park Library, 1605 N. Troy Ward 27: Eckhart Park, 1330 W. Chicago Ave. *Ward 28: West Side Learning Center, 4624 W. Madison St. Ward 29: Amundsen Park, 6200 W. Bloomingdale Ave. Ward 30: Kilbourn Park, 3501 N. Kilbourn Ave. Ward 31: Portage Cragin Li-

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brary, 5108 W. Belmont Ave. Ward 32: Bucktown-Wicker Park Library, 1701 N. Milwaukee Ave. Ward 33: McFetridge Sports Center, 3843 N. California Ave. Ward 34: West Pullman Library, 830 W. 119th St. Ward 35: Northeastern Illinois University El Centro, 3390 N. Avondale Ave. Ward 36: West Blemont Library, 3104 N. Narragansett Ave. Ward 37: West Chicago Library, 4856 W. Chicago Ave. Ward 38: Hiawatha Park, 8029 W. Forest Preserve Drive Ward 39: North Park Village Administration Building, 5801 N. Pulaski Road Ward 40: Budlong Woods, 5630 N. Lincoln Ave. *Ward 41: Roden Library, 6083 N. Northwest Highway Ward 42: Museum of Broadcast Communications, 360 N. State St. Ward 43: Lincoln Park Library, 1150 W. Fullerton Ave.

Ward 44: District 19 Police Station, 850 W. Addison Ward 45: District 16 Police Station, 5151 N. Milwaukee Ave. Ward 46: Truman College, 1145 W. Wilson Ave. *Ward 47: Welles Park, 2333 W. Sunnyside Ave. Ward 48: Edgewater Library, 6000 N. Broadway St. Ward 49: Pottawattomie Park, 7340 N. Rogers Ave. Ward 50: Warren Park, 6601 N. Western Ave. *Chicago Election Board Annex (Loop Super Site) 175 W. Washington University Sites for Early Voting will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Wednesday-Friday, March 27-29: Chicago State University, 9501 S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive University of Illinois at Chicago, 750 S. Halsted St. Northeastern Illinois University, 5500 N. St. Louis Ave. *Sites will remain open until 7 p.m. on Monday, April 1.

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NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS

2019 NOMINATION FORM The Chicago Defender Women of Excellence Awards celebrate local African American women who inspire others through their vision and leadership, exceptional achievement and participation in community service.

They are women who exemplify extraordinary strength and commitment to their profession and to the community.

These women do it all while filling the roles of leader, mother, teacher and professional.

The selected honorees will join an exclusive society of 600 professional women who have previously received this distinction.

The Women of Excellence reception will be held on TBD at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, Grand Ballroom.

1. The nominee must be a woman (at least 21 years of age) who resides in the Chicago metropolitan area (the city of Chicago and contiguous communities within a fifty (50) mile radius of the city center).

2. The nominee must be active in her career or profession. Career or profession is defined as paid employment in her field. Nominees must agree to have their photograph and biographical information published in The Chicago Defender. All nominees selected as a Chicago Defender Women of Excellence will be featured in a 2019 edition of The Chicago Defender.

3. Evaluations will be based on the quality of a nominee’s achievements, rather than the quantity of information submitted.

4. Selections will be made by the Chicago Defender Women of Excellence Selection Committee based on the following criteria: • Local African American Female Business executive or entrepreneur.

• Proven success in career/profession • Positive role model • Demonstrative community service

Nominee Information Name of Nominee Title/Positions Company/Affiliation Address City/State/Zip Day Phone E-mail

Age Years in Industry

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Criteria Proven success within her profession/industry Positive role model whose contributions encourage others Active in community service or organizational involvement Local African American female executive or business owner

Questioned to be Completed Describe specific accomplishments that demonstrate nominee’s excellence

Describe nominee’s community service activity/organizational involvement

How has the nominee mentored others?

Nominator’s Contact Information Name of Nominee Title/Positions Company/Affiliation Address City/State/Zip Day Phone E-mail

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E-mail submissions to: events@chicagodefender.com Mail to: Chicago Defender Media Company • 4445 S. King Dr. • Chicago IL 60653 or go to our chicagodefender.com to nominate electronically.

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CP Around Town

By Carolyn Griffin Palmer

Email: cpalmer@chicagodefender.com

Young Women learn value of career building

The second Annaul Polished Pebbles Mommy & Me Career Day Conference.

Polished Pebbles Hosts “Mommy & Me Career Day Conference. The second annual Polished Pebbles Mommy & Me Career Day Conference brought together girls and moms, aunts, grandmothers and mentors to learn with each other and from each other about career building at any age. State’s Attorney Kim Foxx shared lessons learned from her mother and daughters. The Women’s Board of The Chicago Urban League co-sponsored the event that was held at James Madison Elementary School Women’s History Month Celebration Hon. Dorothy Brown, Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, and the Clerk’s Office’s Women’s Advisory Committee recognized 16 local women who are excelling in the performance arts during a Women’s History Month Celebration held in the Daley Center on March 14, 2019.

The “Salute to Outstanding Women in Music & Theater” awards program honored a diverse group of women, including: Dee Alexander, Vocalist/Songwriter; Dr. Svetlana Belsky, Pianist/Professor of Music, University of Chicago; Lili-Anne Brown, Director, Goodman Theater; Joan Collaso, Jazz Vocalist; Barbara Figgins, Actress; Terisa Griffin, Vocalist, Songwriter/Actress; Devin Joyner, Actress; Carol Lo Verde DiFrisco, Vocalist, Professor of Music, Columbia College; Marti Lyon, Theater Director; Yasuko Oura, Pianist, Professor of Music, Northwestern University; Sureya Perez, Vocalist; Myrna Salazar, Director, Chicago 12 March 27 - April 2, 2019

Women’s History Month Celebration hosted at the Daley Center.

Latino Theater Alliance; Kim Stratton, Gospel Recording Artist; Jackie Taylor, Founder & CEO, Black Ensemble Theater; Regina Taylor, Director/Actress, and Dorothy Brown Cook County Clerk Jimalita Tillman, Director, Harold Washington Cultural Center. Surprise recognition was given to Debbie Cooley, a founding member of the CCC (Circuit Court Clerk) Ensemble. Maisha Wynn, author, lifestyle expert, and CEO of Live to Wynn, served as the Mistress of Ceremonies. Pastor Yolanda Cruz of Father’s Heart Church delivered the opening and closing prayers. Miss Ava Goodwin presented a dance performance, and Ms. Marlene Allen led the talented vocalists in an inspiring rendition of “Reach Out and Touch.” The co-chairs of the Clerk’s Office’s Women’s Advisory Committee are Barbara Adrianopoli, Maria D’Amezcua,

and Peggy Montes.

Happy Birthday Evelyn “ Ga Ga” Cary Celebrated her 95th Birthday on March 26th.

Congratulations Beautiful Lady!

Thank you Thank you my Evelyn Cary beautiful “daughters” for all of your help at the Society of Mannequins, Alana Mayes, Lori McGregor, Felicia Davis, News Anchor WCIU and Tess Jones.

In celebration of Women’s History Month Justice Cynthia Cobb was honored at Olympia Fields Country Club. The event was held at the home of Jacqueline and

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Alana Mayes, Lori McGregor, Felicia Davis, News Anchor WCIU and Tess Jones Michael Lewis. Among the guests were: Pastor Andrew D. Singleton of Victory Apostolic Church, Matteson; Justice Cynthia Cobb (honoree); First Lady Brenda Singleton, Victory Apostolic, Matteson; and Stanley King.

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CLASSIFIEDS LEGAL NOTICE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

PROPERTY FOR SALE

LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT MARCH 14, 2019 CITY OF CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PROCUREMENT SERVICES

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division. Marquette Bank, Plaintiff, vs. JM Autobody Repair LLC Series I, et al., Defendants. Case No. 18CH 1797; Sheriff’s No. 190058-001F. Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on May 9, 2019, at 1:00 P.M. in Room LL06, Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Permanent Index Numbers: 19-01-309007-0000, 19-01-309-008-0000, 19-01309-009-0000.

Address: 4417-4419 S. Kedzie Ave., Chicago, IL 60632.

Improvements: commercial property.

Sale shall be under the following terms: 10% of purchase price to be paid at the time of sale, & the balance due 24 hours thereafter, all by cashier’s check in certified funds paid to the Sheriff of Cook County.

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and any prior first mortgages.

Premises will NOT be open for inspection.

For information: Marc J. Chalfen; Kelly, Olson, Michod, DeHaan & Richter, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorney, 333 W. Wacker Dr., #2000, Chicago, IL 60606. Tel. No. 312236-6700.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.SHONDA M. RUSSELL, AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF EMILY B. RUSSELL, DECEASED, FIFTH THIRD BANK, THE 400 CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF EMILY B. RUSSELL, SHONDA M. RUSSELL Defendants 2017 CH 11554 400 E. RANDOLPH, UNIT 2208 CHICAGO, IL 60601 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 5, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 7, 2019, 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 400 E. RANDOLPH, UNIT 2208, CHICAGO, IL 60601 Property Index No. 17-10-400-012-1444.

The real estate is improved with a condo/ townhouse.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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 14-17-12390.

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. 14-17-12390 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 11554 TJSC#: 39-1049 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION MB FINANCIAL BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.CORDELL D. DAVIS Defendants 2018 CH 02840 5430 S. DEARBORN ST CHICAGO, IL 60609 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 6, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 8, 2019, 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 5430 S. DEARBORN ST, CHICAGO, IL 60609 Property Index No. 20-09-422-070-0000.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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 14-18-02223.

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. 14-18-02223 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 02840 TJSC#: 39-943 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR TRUMAN 2016 SC6 TITLE TRUST Plaintiff, -v.BARBARA COOPER AKA BARBARA A. COOPER, CHARLES COOPER AKA CHARLES R. COOPER, WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Defendants 17 CH 03287 4007 S VINCENNES AVE CHICAGO, IL 60653 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 17, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 22, 2019, 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 4007 S VINCENNES AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60653 Property Index No. 20-03-210-002-0000.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

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

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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 14-17-14865.

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. 14-17-14865 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 03287 TJSC#: 39-504 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 U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF AND WITH RESPECT TO AJAX MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2018-B, MORTGAGE-BACKED NOTES Plaintiff, -v.JEANNETTE MITCHELL, 4532 SOUTH CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2017 CH 06009 4532 SOUTH INDIANA UNIT 2S CHICAGO, IL 60653 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 28, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 30, 2019, 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 4532 SOUTH INDIANA UNIT 2S, CHICAGO, IL 60653 Property Index No. 20-03-314-044-1004 U/L - 20-03-314-027-0000.

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, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

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

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

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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 14-17-14284.

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. 14-17-14284 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 06009 TJSC#: 39-823 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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EPROCUREMENT TARGET MARKET The Bidder must complete and submit an Electronic Bid prior to the bid due date. An electronic bid must be submitted through the City of Chicago’s website at www.cityofchicago.org/eprocurement, on or before the due date and time stated below. The City’s system will not accept electronic bids after the due date and time. Bidders must register for a log-in account to submit an electronic bid. Please allow up to three business days for creation of your log-in account. If you experience technical difficulties and are unable to complete the electronic bid, the City may accept a paper Bid Document at the Bid & Bond, Room 103, City Hall, 121 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602, 312-744-9773.

A bidder who does not submit a bid for this Specification prior to the Bid due date may be found non-responsive and its Bid rejected. All Bids will be opened and publicly read aloud for the following: DESCRIPTION: BUTTERFLY VALVES ELECTRONIC BID DOCUMENTS CAN BE DOWNLOADED AND RESPONDED TO FROM THIS URL ADDRESS: www.cityofchicago.org/ eprocurement SPECIFICATION NO: 662550 RFQ NO: 6533 BID/PROPOSAL OPENING DATE: April 17, 2019 TIME: 11 a.m., Central Time PRE-BID CONFERENCE: March 20, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. / 1:00 p.m.

City Hall, 121 North LaSalle Street,

Bid & Bond - Room 103

Chicago, IL 60602 CONTACT: Elsie Vazquez, Procurement Specialist Email: elsie.vazquez@cityofchicago.org

HELP WANTED

I3115968 The Calumet City Board of Fire and Police Commission will be accepting applications for the position of Police Officer.

Applications will be available for pickup at the Office of the City Clerk; 204 Pulaski Road, Calumet City, IL beginning Monday, April 1, 2019.

The Clerk’s office hours are as follows: Monday thru Friday 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Application deadline April 12, 2019 Starting Patrolman Salary is $57,325.43; salary tops out at $103,926.00 as of 5/1/18 A 20 mile residency requirement extends from Illinois through Indiana You must meet the following minimum requirements by the application deadline: • $20 non-refundable application fee; • U.S. Citizenship; • 21 years of age and under 35 years of age by May 18, 2019; unless otherwise exempt by statute; • No Felony arrests; • Valid Driver’s License; • Must have at least 60 hours of college credit at an accredited college or university; - Veterans Education Waiver - Education waived for 24 months active duty or 180 days of combat duty in U.S. Armed Forces. Honorable discharge required. 65ILCS 5/10 2.1-6(h) • Five (5) preference points will be given to those majoring in Criminal Justice; • Application must be returned with required information, postmarked April 12, 2019.

Mandatory Orientation - Saturday, May 11, 2019 Test Date - Saturday, May 18, 2019

By Order of the Calumet City Board of Fire and Police Commission Joseph S. Blake, Chairman Mary L. Cox, Commissioner William B. Galgan, Commissioner

PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS COUNTY OF COOK, ss.

Circuit Court of Cook County, County Department, Domestic Relations Division.

In re the Marriage of Carol Lynette Coleman, Petitioner and Wendell Coleman, Respondent No. 18-D 630793 Calendar H. 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, Sixth District, Room 210, 16501 South Kedzie Parkway, Markham, IL, on or before, May 13, 2019, at 9:30 am default may be entered against you at any time after that day, and an Judgement for Dissolution of Marriage entered in accordance with the prayer of said Petition.

Dorothy A. Brown, Clerk.

Published Date(s) March 27; April 3 & 10, 2019

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