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Like every other school in Illinois, Martha Ruggles Elementary School in Park Manor, will remain closed until at least August 2020 after Gov. JB Pritzker ordered schools not to reopen this academic year.

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SCHOOL CLOSURES HAVE PARENTS SCRAMBLING TO KEEP THEIR JOBS AND SECURE CHILDCARE

State health officials said new COVID-19 cases and even deaths have slightly dropped over the past two weeks, but that means nothing to parents struggling to keep their jobs because their childcare options are limited. PAGE 2

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NEWS briefly EDUCATION SECRETARY DEVOS PROPOSES RETHINKING TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT BY EMPOWERING TEACHERS TO CUSTOMIZE, PERSONALIZE THEIR CONTINUED LEARNING U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos proposed a new funding priority recently that would allow teachers to rethink their professional development. Under the proposal, through stipends or vouchers, teachers would be able to select and access professional development courses and opportunities that are relevant to their personal needs or career goals instead of having one-size-fits all programming dictated to them by the state or local education agency. “I’ve spoken with hundreds of teachers across the country who love teaching yet share the same frustration: their professional development courses don’t meet their needs, and they don’t help them serve students,” said Secretary DeVos. “That’s why I believe we must treat teachers like the valued professionals they are and empower them to seek out the professional learning opportunities that support their goals and aspirations. If we can trust teachers with our children each day, we should trust them to select the right continuing education courses.”

The department is seeking feedback from the public about this Notice of Proposed Priorities, which is posted to the Federal Register. The comment period is open until May 13, 2020.

HEALTH

EXERCISE RESTORES YOUTHFUL PROPERTIES TO MUSCLE STEM CELLS OF OLD MICE A nightly jaunt on the exercise wheel enhances musclerepair capabilities in old mice, according to a new study by researchers at the Stanford School of Medicine. Only older mice saw this benefit, which the researchers found is due to the rejuvenation of the animals’ muscle stem cells. “The effect in old animals is very significant,” said Thomas Rando, MD, PhD, professor of neurology and neurological sciences and director of Stanford’s Glenn Center for the Biology of Aging.

“We found that regular exercise restores youthfulness to tissue repair. Their muscle stem cells start to look and behave like those of much younger animals.”

While no researchers have discovered a reliable fountain of youth, it’s well known that certain lifestyle adjustments can be beneficial.

“Exercise is known to reduce the risk of a wide variety of age-related problems, including cardiovascular disease, cancer and perhaps even Alzheimer’s disease,” Rando said. “There’s a lot of interest in understanding how exercise confers these health benefits,” he added.

School Closures Have Parents Scrambling to Keep Their Jobs and Secure Childcare Continued from page 1

BY WENDELL HUTSON Contributing Writer

State health officials said new COVID-19 cases and even deaths have slightly dropped over the past two weeks, but that means nothing to parents struggling to keep their jobs because their childcare options are limited.

When Gov. JB Pritzker ordered all schools to remain closed for the rest of the academic year, which is June for Chicago Public Schools, Zestiny Harris said she went into panic mode.

“I immediately got scared because I knew I was out of options when it comes to my kids. I was hoping schools would reopen this month so I could go back to work [as a warehouse clerk at a publishing company] and provide for my family as a single mother, but now I don’t know what to do,” said Harris, a 29-year-old Chatham mother of two daughters ages 8 and 10-years-old. “So far, I used up my two weeks vacation time on my job, so at this point, I am all out of options.”

At an April 17 news conference, Pritzker announced the school closures and said reopening schools would have created “a limitless opportunity for potential COVID-19 infections at a time when our health care workers, our researchers, our scientists, and our first responders need us to bend the curve downward.”

Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19 (coronavirus disease of 2019), is the name of the disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus and it was originated in Wuhan, China in late 2019, according to the World Health Organization, which said it has now affected more than 1 million people. And symptoms include fever, cough, short-

ness of breath and breathing difficulties.

The period within which symptoms would appear is two to 14 days.

And while parents said they understand the seriousness of the virus and do not want to put their children in harms way, closing schools now poses a serious problem for them.

“Every parent cannot work from home. I work as a security guard, so I have to go to work. My son is 9-yearsold, so I cannot leave him home alone and the parks are closed too, which is where he normally goes as a backup,” explained Cornelius Brown, a 37-yearold Park Manor father of three children including twin 4-year-old daughters.

“Daycare centers are closed and I am not an essential worker so my girls cannot go to any emergency daycare centers opened at this time. My wife works two jobs and we are not from Chicago, so we have no family here to help us.”

Earlier this month, the governor eased restrictions for childcare centers operating under an emergency license, which allows childcare centers to remain open for essential workers but with no more than six children. Essential workers as deemed by the state include those working in health care, human services, government, hospitality, transportation, gas stations, and even factories, but not security guards, which some parents said is a major employer for blacks.

A lot of blacks work security jobs because it’s the only place that’s hiring these days and it does not require any college education or previous experience, said London Breeze, a 26-year-old Grand Crossing mother of two children ages 5 and 7-years-old.

“I would be unemployed if I did not work security because all I have is a GED [General Education Diploma] and

LAW & POLITICS

SEC AWARDS OVER $27 MILLION TO WHISTLEBLOWER The Securities and Exchange Commission recently announced an award of more than $27 million to a whistleblower who alerted the agency to misconduct occurring, in part, overseas. After providing the tip to the Commission, the whistleblower provided critical investigative leads that advanced the investigation and saved significant Commission resources.

“This award marks several milestones for the program,” said Jane Norberg, chief of the SEC’s Office of the Whistleblower.

“This is the largest whistleblower award announced by the Commission this year, and the sixth largest award overall since the inception of the program. This award also brings the total amount awarded to whistleblowers by the SEC over the $400 million mark.”

As set forth in the Dodd-Frank Act, the SEC protects the confidentiality of whistleblowers and does not disclose information that could reveal a whistleblower’s identity.

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I am not that good with computers,” said Breeze. “I’m trying to get myself together so I can get a better paying job but it’s hard with two kids. And with schools closed until the fall, I don’t know how I can keep my job because it’s only so much flexibility a job is going have with you regardless of the circumstances.”

For now, Breeze has been able to get by using neighbors as babysitters but said even that is wearing thin. She said she had to change babysitters twice because she was not comfortable with how their households were being run.

“With one sitter, she had her boyfriend and his friends coming in and out the house all day and none of them looked like they practiced good sanitation,” she said.

The governor defended his decision to keep schools closed by saying health experts advised him against it.

“I’ve said time and time again my decisions are hard ones, but they will follow the science and the science says our students can’t go back to their normal routine,” said Pritzker. “We know that there are many school districts with unique challenges, but trust me, when I say this was not a decision I made lightly.”

But the governor’s explanation comes too little too late for many parents faced with yet another dilemma.

“It’s easy for the governor to say he did what he thought was in the best interest of kids because he does not have any young children,” said Antonio Burke, a 40-year-old Chatham father of two children ages 4 and 9-years-old.

“At the end of the day, we as parents still have to find somewhere for our kids to go while we go to work and that’s very difficult if you make too little money and live in a neighborhood that has too little resources to help you.”

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NEWS

Radio personality passes along advice

BY TIA CAROL JONES

AC Green has spent his career as a radio personality, giving people pertinent financial information in the hopes that they will be able to flourish and become successful.

During his 17 years on the radio, he has helped thousands of people save their homes with his advice.

Now, Green is giving advice on how people can navigate the economy during COVID-19.

Green said every eight to 10 years, the stock market goes through a market correction, in order to correct the bloat. He said the last market correction happened in 2008, it was a real estate correction.

“Because they’re in the business of money and the movement of money, it’s just a correction. It corrects the bloat,” he said. “So, on the ground, when people see that they cannot do the things they used to do economically, like get loans for things, in their life, it’s a crash.

To the market, it’s a correction,” he explained.

Green said this market correction we are currently experiencing is happening because of COVID-19.

He said now we are in the honeymoon phase of the crash or the correction.

“People really don’t know where things are sitting, because they still have a little money left from when they were making money,” he said.

“Right about now, going into the second full month, it is going to set in that things have absolutely changed.”

Green said what people should do is fight for a modification of their mortgage. He suggested with the assistance of a law firm, for homeowners to get their mortgages restructured.

“You don’t get a lot of opportunities to make corrections all the time,” he said. “So, when the market corrects, you correct. You have to move with the market.”

Green advised to fight for the modification, and lower the monthly mortgage, and not a forbearance, because with a forbearance, they will make you pay money back in three to six months.

“You’ve got to lower the monthly mortgage and the principle whenever you can,” he said. “Lower everything, knowing that it’s not sustainable for you not to do it.

Lower everything – credit card payments, mortgage payments, everything.”

Green said there is a difference in using a law firm and going after the

AC Green, (pictured) a well-known radio personality, is giving advice to homeowners and to others about how to navigate the economy during COVID-19. Photo courtesy of Melanie L. Brown

modification yourself. He said, a big difference is in the way information is submitted.

“If and when you go to a law firm that knows all of these things, they’re going to submit that information to your mortgage company with the knowledge of thousands of modifications, with many banks, including the bank most people are with, with the knowledge of what works and what doesn’t,” he said.

Green added so, instead of “shooting darts at a wall,” the lawyers will specifically put together your packet for what qualifies with the bank and you get the mortgage modification, he said.

Green talked about the wealth gap and how it has evolved into a health gap. He added it’s important to have money and resources.

Another thing he advised was to have multiple streams of income.

Green said to start to have another economic engine that you control, in addition to your employment.

“You have to investigate ways to have multiple streams of income.

I do understand that you may not have the passion for a particular thing, or maybe the creativity for a particular thing right now,” he said. “Having another stream of income, or what I call an ‘economic engine’ is not something you need to have because it is necessarily your passion.”

New Komen COVID-19 Action Fund Supports People Facing Breast Cancer Susan G. Komen® Chicago recently announced the creation of a new Komen COVID-19 Action Fund to help the organization support the unique needs of people facing breast cancer during this health and economic crisis.

Rising unemployment, mandatory stay at home orders, and an overburdened healthcare system is causing a perfect storm for breast cancer patients who have questions or need care. Funds raised will ensure that Komen Chicago is able to help those in need of support during this crisis.

“As COVID-19 continues to create uncertainty in our world, breast cancer patients, as well as survivors, are some of the most vulnerable to the virus and they need to know they will be able to access the care they need now, more than ever,” said Dr. Tiosha Bailey, executive director of Komen Chicago. “Komen Chicago is here, and we are reaffirming our commitment to the wellbeing of those in our community and people seeking information and support – financial, emotional and beyond.”

According to a news release, the Komen COVID-19 Action Fund supports urgent needs of members in the breast cancer community today-- ensuring important services continue for those in need, including: * Providing Lifesaving Services, such as free or reduced mammograms, ultrasounds, biopsies, genetic counseling and genetic screening. * Research Funding lifesaving research and clinical trials to discover new treatments. * Komen’s Treatment Assistance Program, which provides financial assistance to patients going through treatment * Komen Helpline Komen’s breast care and clinical trial information helpline * Advocacy for breast cancer patients Komen’s and their needs among policy makers.

People and companies interested in supporting the unique needs of breast cancer patients during this health crisis are encouraged to visit komenchicago.org/covid to learn more and to donate to the Fund. All donations will be generously matched up to $15,000 by Ellen Murtack and Eve and Rich Biller.

As a result of the COVID-19 crisis, Komen Chicago recently recommended that women who have had a normal screening mammogram in the past year and are

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asymptomatic, to delay scheduled mammograms. However, the organization strongly encourages people that are currently in treatment to continue and advocates for women to know what is normal for them and to report any changes to their health care provider. The warning signs for breast cancer are not the same for all women.

The most common signs are changes to the look or feel of the breast. A full list of warning signs for breast cancer can be found on komenchicago.org.

COVID-19 has additionally impacted Komen Chicago’s community events in 2020. The Komen Chicago team was abundantly cautious in making the choice to postpone or change logistics of the educational, community and fundraising activities. * Illinois Advocacy Day will be held virtually on Tuesday, May 5, 2020. * The Metastatic Breast Cancer Conference has been postponed from April 3-4 to August 21-22, 2020 at the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab in Chicago. Planned by women, for women, this event brings the most current information on treatments, research trials, patient support and national issues for metastatic/stage IV breast cancer (MBC). * The iconic Mother’s Day Race for the Cure will now be held on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at Montrose Harbor “While we are excited to continue to provide these events and services to those who have come to anticipate them every year, Komen Chicago is conscientiously monitoring the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and will adjust plans as needed. The safety and wellbeing of our participants and team is at the forefront of all of our decisions,” added Dr. Bailey.

For people looking for support, Komen Chicago’s Breast Care Helpline can provide information, social support and help with coping strategies related to anxiety or concerns during these uncertain times. Calls to the helpline are answered by a trained and caring staff member in English or Spanish, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. ET. You can reach the helpline by phone at 1-877-GO-KOMEN (465-6636), or by email at helpline@ komen.org. For anyone experiencing abnormal breast symptoms or in need of diagnostic or treatment support during/after breast cancer treatment, please visit komenchicago.org or call the local office at (773)444-0061.

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BUSINESS

Siemens Foundation Provides $1.5M Across 12 Community Health Centers to Support COVID-19 Response Efforts In a news release, the Siemens Foundation recently announced it is providing $1.5 million to community health centers across 12 U.S. cities to respond to the COVID-19 crisis.

Community health centers are the nation’s largest primary care provider for the medically underserved and uninsured, reaching 29 million of those most in-need. As a result of COVID-19, these health centers face a shortage of funding to stay operational and maintain a sufficient workforce, further crippling their ability to provide affordable healthcare at a critical time. Aligning with its dedication to social equity, the non-profit organization established by Siemens USA, including funding provided by Siemens Healthineers, is committed to supporting these critical healthcare providers so they can continue serving their communities when they are needed most.

“As the COVID-19 crisis disproportionately threatens lower-income and medically underserved communities, it’s important for us to support the institutions that sustain our social compact,” said David Etzwiler, CEO of the Siemens Foundation.

“Community health centers and their staff are on the front lines providing primary care every day and they now play an especially critical role in our medical services infrastructure when emergency services and hospital settings are overwhelmed. Vital services like these are paramount to advancing equity in America.”

The following health centers were selected using equity criteria developed by the Siemens Foundation in consultation with the National Association of Community Health Centers, the Minnesota Association of Community Health Centers, and Siemens: Chase Brexton Health Services in Baltimore Chicago Family Health Center in Chicago Western Wayne Family Health Centers in Metro Detroit Daughters of Charity Services/Marillac Community Health Center in New Orleans Delaware Valley Community Health, Inc., in Philadelphia Stride Community Health Center in Denver Newark Community Health Centers, Inc., in

Newark WATTS Healthcare Corporation in Los Angeles Mary’s Center for Maternal and Child Health Care in Washington, D.C. Morris Heights Health Center, Inc., in New York Community Health Centers in Orlando International Community Health Services in Seattle The $1.5 million commitment is funded, in part,

by The Siemens Healthineers Fund of the Siemens Foundation, supported by Siemens Healthineers business in the United States. The centers will be free to use the funding however they deem it is most needed.

The Foundation’s efforts complement Siemens’ and Siemens Healthineers’ collective efforts to combat COVID-19 by supporting critical infrastructure and by helping state and local governments address urgent healthcare needs. The company’s employees are maintaining essential operations to support hospitals, power plants, government facilities, military sites, manufacturing locations and data centers. They’re also supporting critical city services such as transportation, water and waste, and national security emergency response systems.

Siemens is also a part of collaborative on-theground effort to support the expansion of existing and new hospital spaces, ensuring these facilities have reliable power, fire and life safety systems, and the tools they need to treat patients. Siemens Healthineers is committed to providing a range of solutions necessary for the diagnosis and monitoring of patients with COVID-19 – from a test kit used to aid in the diagnosis of COVID-19 disease to portable X-ray, ultrasound, and blood gas systems used in monitoring for patients, as well as unique cloud-based platforms and remote monitoring systems to assist front-line healthcare providers.

For more information on how Siemens is taking action to support American healthcare, visit its COVID-19 response page.

For more information on the Siemens Foundation, follow @SFoundation on Twitter or visit siemensfoundation.org.

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Chris Mitchell

Crowe appoints first chief diversity officer As part of its commitment to diversity and inclusion, Crowe LLP recently named Chris Mitchell as the firm’s first chief diversity officer.

Crowe is a public accounting, consulting and technology firm with offices around the world.

Mitchell has been with Crowe for six years, serving as a consulting principal within the technology, media and telecommunications services group prior to this appointment.

In his new officer role, Mitchell is responsible for driving an innovative and programmatic agenda to support a culture of inclusion in line with the firm’s vision and strategy. He has an MBA in IT management from Touro University and a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Diversity and inclusion have been a major focus for Crowe and for Crowe CEO Jim Powers throughout his tenure. “The firm needs to continue building, promoting and sustaining an inclusive work environment where each person feels a sense of belonging and is inspired to bring their best each day,” Powers said. “As we continue to dedicate resources to this goal, we felt it was important to appoint someone to lead and be held accountable for the continued progress toward our vision.”

As one of the firm’s top priorities, diversity and inclusion is championed internally at Crowe by its Inclusion Excellence Council, which Mitchell has chaired. The council oversees initiatives that work to understand, appreciate and address the various perspectives and needs of all Crowe people, clients and the communities in which the firm operates.

“I’ve been given the opportunity to formally lead our diversity efforts,” said Mitchell, “but what’s important to understand is that Crowe is behind it, firm leadership is behind it and our people have been behind it all along.”

Mitchell said the need for diversity resources continues to strengthen and evolve. “On top of being vital for a company’s workforce, it’s also growing more important in business,” he said.

“Crowe is already nurturing the values, ethics and culture of diversity, and as we mature as a business, it’s critical to have the resources dedicated to it, as well,” Mitchell said.

“Diversity and inclusion are not only important to the firm, but important to our clients and prospects as well. This offers us an opportunity to grow and recognize the diverse backgrounds at Crowe,” Mitchell stated.

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FASHION

Jewelers of America Launches “Make Mom Shine” Sweepstakes

While the most health-conscious person may opt for a morning sweat-a-thon, working in some stretches can also be beneficial.

Begin Your Mornings Feeling Refreshed Family Features - Ready, set, go. Just as you would set off at the starting line of a race, this hectic pace is how mornings begin for many men and women.

Instead of waking with dread to face another hectic morning, consider these tips for a healthier way to ease into your daily rituals. While these activities may require you to allow extra time, you may be pleased with the productive results.

Meditate. A practice that has been around for thousands of years may still be one of the best stress busters for hurried mornings. To start, find a

place in your home that is free of noise and distraction. Practice sitting still, with eyes closed, and focus only on your breathing. Using deep, controlled breaths, try to steer your thoughts away from negative and stress-inducing thoughts.

Stretch. While the most healthconscious person may opt for a morning sweat-a-thon, working in some stretches can also be beneficial. When you awake, think about oft-used muscles and extend each one for 15-30 seconds.

Activate. Give your brain some fuel in

Instead of waking with dread to face another hectic morning, consider these tips for a healthier way to ease into your daily rituals.

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the morning while also doing something nice for your mind. For example, journaling is a gentle way to ease into your morning and get your brain firing.

If you can’t think of a topic, simply write down a few affirmations for the day, revisit a pleasant memory from your past or scribble down a goal for the week.

Journaling can be an uplifting way to engage the mind and express gratitude for the day ahead.

Find more tips for starting your day on the right foot at eLivingToday.com.

SOURCE: eLivingToday.com

Meditation is a practice that has been around for thousands of years and it may still be one of the best stress busters for hurried mornings.

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Jewelers of America (JA), the national trade association for fine jewelry businesses, has launched the “Make Mom Shine” sweepstakes on Instagram in honor of Mother’s Day, according to a news release.

Now, Instagram users will be able to enter to win one of six pieces of jewelry from Jewelers of America members in the weeks leading up to Mother’s Day. “Now more than ever, we all need a little shine and sparkle in our life. The ‘Make Mom Shine’ sweepstakes gives entrants the opportunity to win a piece of jewelry for themselves or to gift to a special mom in their life. We are giving away a different piece of jewelry every few days, providing more opportunities to win,” says Amanda Gizzi, spokesperson for Jewelers of America.

The sweepstakes will be made up of six mini-giveaways throughout the time period, so each follower will have the opportunity to enter multiple times for their shot at a prize.

Each entrant must follow Jewelers of America on Instagram, tag a friend in the giveaway post comments, and use #MakeMomShine. The giveaways feature jewelry by GiGi Ferranti Jewelry; Graziela Gems; Jean Joaillerie; Loriann Jewelry; Martha Seely Design; and With You Designs, LLC. Jewelers of America’s “Make Mom Shine” Sweepstakes runs through May 9, 2020 at 5:00PM EDT. The full prize schedule and rules are available here: https://www.jewelers.org/news/ jewelry-contests/1067-makemomshine-instagramgiveaway-2020. The winner will be selected in a random drawing among all eligible entries received. Jewelers of America has also released its annual Mother’s Day gift guide, which can be found here: https://www.jewelers.org/gift-guides/ mothers-day-jewelry.

For more information on jewelry or to find a Jewelers of America member jewelry store near you, visit www.jewelers.org.

Jewelers of America’s “Make Mom Shine” sweepstakes features five jewelry giveaways during the run up to Mother’s Day.

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NEWS About 43 million adult Americans carry a federal student loan, but here’s how companies can help StatePoint - After paying monthly student loan minimums, many Americans have just enough to cover basic living expenses, which means that when unexpected expenses arise, they often end up defaulting on their student loans.

It’s no wonder that student loan debt is a top financial stressor for so many. There’s good news, though.

Not only can employers help employees with student loan debt, but doing so is in everyone’s best interest. Here’s how: Reducing Anxiety A growing number of employees are entering the workforce with student loan debt. About 43 million adult Americans carry a federal student loan, owing $1.5 trillion in federal student loan debt, and Americans also owe an estimated $119 billion in student loans from private sources not backed by the government, according to the Center for American Progress.

Experts say that this debt is

causing anxiety and a distracted workforce, with many people spending hours of their workday wondering how to meet financial commitments. A majority of borrowers with student loan debt report being worried about paying off their student loans, according to research reported by Phy.org from the University of Missouri, research which also found a strong link between student loans and mental stress for borrowers.

According to research, those with student loans say that getting help with refinancing or repaying their loans would ease their stress so they can focus on their job. When such assistance is offered, employees appreciate that their employer cares about their financial well-being, and ultimately becomes more engaged and involved in the success of the business.

Refinancing Education Some may wonder whether refinancing is worth their time and

effort, but research shows that many people who take out student loans have a high interest rate, and on average, borrowers take 20 years to pay off their student loan debts.

Instead of continuing to pay a high rate for the lifetime of the loan, employers can work with education benefits providers, such as BenefitEd, to direct employees toward private refinancing options such as U-fi.

Even saving a small amount each month can substantially lower the total cost paid over the life of the loan.

Employees are likely to appreciate having the option to refinance loans as well as receive education and financial advice from their employers, say experts who name supporting employees’ financial health as a great way to increase employee loyalty and engagement.

Avoiding Loan Default Nationally, the default rate on student loans is increasing. In 2018 alone, student loan delinquencies

There are many ways companies can support their employees who are currently managing student loans, and when they do, experts say they’ll have a happier, healthier and more grateful workforce. Photo credit: fizkes / iStock via Getty Images Plus

amounted to over $166 billion.

Missed payments can affect someone’s credit score for years.

It can also affect employment opportunities as some employers are now checking candidates’ credit scores before making job offers.

If employees receive advice on refinancing their student loans or receive repayment assistance from employers, they’ll be more likely to make their monthly payments

and less likely to deal with the consequences of a poor credit score.

To learn more about how employers can support future and current employee financial needs, visit youbenefited.com.

There are many ways companies can support their employees who are currently managing student loans, and when they do, experts say they’ll have a happier, healthier and more grateful workforce.

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NEWS

Virtual “Armchair Explorer” Tours Entice Consumers to Dream Now and Travel Later Staying home doesn’t mean you can’t explore the world right from the comfort of your armchair, sofa or bed, say travel advisors at Travel Leaders Group who send their clients the recently launched “Armchair Explorer” -- an inspirational series of emails with social graphics, eBooks, videos, virtual tours and articles. The emails, chuck-full of engaging travel options, are delivered every Thursday for 12 weeks to approximately 2 million consumers who have already opted in. Due to the popularity, Armchair Explorer can now be opened as a digital magazine layout using a link in the email.

“With Armchair Explorer, travelers can fill their extra time with dreams of travel,” said J.D. O’Hara, CEO of Travel Leaders Group, North America’s largest travel agency company.

“Travelers can virtually explore from the comfort of their homes, letting their minds wander the earth to sample a

Travel Leaders Group has launched the Armchair Explorer for travelers.

world of experiences until they can travel later to their desired destination.”

As the first email in the series states, “time is something many of us have more of lately, which makes now a great time to sit back, relax and let our minds wander free.”

The Armchair Explorers distributed so far have included such as entries on the best places to whale watch, virtual tours of national parks and some of the finest museums in the world, such as the Louvre in Paris and the Guggenheim in New

York, according to a press release. It included links to several audiobooks, including “Tracks” by Robyn Davidson, following a courageous young woman’s journey through the Australian desert, and “The Art of Travel” in which author Alain de Botton gives a philosophical examination of why and how we travel.

Clients were also able to explore several wonders of the world, including The Taj Mahal in India, The Colosseum in Rome, Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, as well

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as hike the Great Wall of China and explore the Pyramids of Giza.

“As Armchair Explorers, consumers can enjoy these destinations and more from home while helping prevent the spread of the coronavirus,” said O’Hara. “We know people want to be safe, but they also have a natural desire to explore the world around them. The Armchair Explorer emails help to satisfy those desires.

When this crisis ends, and travelers are ready to turn those travel dreams into reality, our advisors will be here

with additional ideas and advice about a host of journeys.”

Travelers who receive Armchair Explorer emails are current clients of advisors affiliated with Travel Leaders Group, including those from Travel Leaders Network, Barrhead Travel, Nexion Travel Group, CruCon Cruise Outlet, Cruise Specialists and Travel Leaders Vacation Centers.

To opt in to advisor emails, armchair explorers can visit TravelLeadersGroup.com/advisors to connect with a travel advisor of their choice.

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FOOD

Refreshing Dishes for Dining Al Fresco Family Features - Some of life’s most cherished moments are shared with loved ones around the table. As temperatures climb, cheerful sunshine and sparkling blue skies are the perfect ingredients to make family time even more enjoyable with a meal served al fresco.

One of the great joys of dining outdoors is the chance to appreciate the simplicity of a gentle breeze or the first glimpses of seasonal blooms. Keeping meal prep simple makes it even easier to embrace these special moments.

A unique approach to an entree salad is easy to prepare and adds a festive flair to your picnic plate.

These Ruby Beet Chicken Salad Skewers owe their zesty flavor to the delicate balance of sweetness and vinegar infused by Aunt Nellie’s Baby Whole Pickled Beets.

A cool salad is another must for your outdoor dining menu. Classic Mediterranean flavors like feta cheese and olives combined with READ 3 Bean Salad make this Mediterranean 3-Bean Quinoa Salad the perfect side dish to accompany a light lunch or grilled main course.

Find more ideas and recipes for meals to enjoy outside at auntnellies.com and READsalads.com.

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A Stuffed Tomato Snack Culinary.net - Whether you need a quick appetizer or something to snack on, these Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes make for an appealing bite. Find more snack recipes at Culinary.net.

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Ruby Beet Chicken Salad Skewers Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 8 * 1 jar (16 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Baby Whole Pickled Beets * 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound) * 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus additional, to taste, divided * 1/2 teaspoon pepper, plus additional, to taste, divided * 4 1/2 tablespoons stone ground mustard, divided * 1 1/2 tablespoons, plus 1/3 cup, orange marmalade, divided * 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives * 1 large lemon, zest and juice (1/3 cup juice) * 1/4 cup olive oil * 1 bag (9 ounces) leafy romaine lettuce pieces * 1/3 cup chopped almonds, toasted * 1/3 cup crumbled blue, feta or goat cheese

Mediterranean 3-Bean Quinoa Salad

1. Heat oven to 375° F. Drain beets; set aside.

2. Season both sides of chicken with salt and pepper, to taste. In small bowl, combine 1 1/2 tablespoons mustard and 1 1/2 tablespoons marmalade. Brush mixture over chicken until completely coated. Bake chicken on rimmed baking sheet lined with aluminum foil about 20-25 minutes, or until juices run clear; set aside.

3. To make vinaigrette: In medium bowl, combine remaining mustard, remaining marmalade, chives, lemon zest and juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Slowly pour in oil while whisking vigorously until completely combined.

4. Slice cooled chicken into 1-inch pieces. Onto each skewer, thread one beet, one piece of chicken and 4-5 pieces of lettuce; repeat two times for each skewer, adding one beet at ends. Repeat to make eight skewers. Place skewers on large serving platter.

5. Stir vinaigrette; drizzle lightly over skewers. Sprinkle with almonds and cheese. Serve with remaining vinaigrette.

Recipe courtesy of “A New Dawnn” Prep time: 20 minutes Servings: 8 * 2 cans (15 ounces each) READ 3 Bean Salad * 1 cup halved grape tomatoes * 1 cup crumbled feta cheese * 1 cup cooked quinoa * 1/2 cup chopped olives * 1/2 cup diced bell pepper, any color * 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice * 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar * 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley 1. Drain bean salad; reserve 3 tablespoons liquid.

2. In large bowl, combine bean salad, tomatoes, feta cheese, quinoa, olives and bell pepper. Add reserved bean liquid, lemon juice and balsamic vinegar. Stir gently to coat ingredients.

3. Top with cilantro or parsley.

Serve immediately.

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Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes 24-48 cherry tomatoes 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced 3 green onion stalks, diced 2 teaspoons minced dill fresh dill, for garnish Cut thin slice off top of each tomato.

Scoop out pulp. Invert tomatoes on paper towel to drain.

In medium bowl, combine cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.

Stir in cucumber, green onion and dill.

Spoon mixture into tomatoes. Top with fresh dill.

Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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NEWS

Supplemental Security Income recipients will receive automatic Economic Impact Payments The Internal Revenue Service, working in partnership with the Treasury Department and the Social Security Administration, recently announced that recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will automatically receive automatic Economic Impact Payments.

SSI recipients will receive a $1,200 Economic Impact Payment with no further action needed on their part. The IRS projects the payments for this group will go out no later than early May. “Since SSI recipients typically aren’t required to file tax returns, the IRS had to work extensively with these other government agencies to determine a way to quickly and accurately deliver Economic Impact Payments to this group,” said IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig in a news release.

“Additional programming work remains, but this step simplifies the process for SSI recipients to quickly and easily receive these $1,200 payments automatically.

We appreciate the assistance of SSA and the Bureau of Fiscal Services in this effort.”

For benefit recipients with dependents, extra step needed to claim $500 for children The law provides eligible taxpayers with qualifying children under age 17 to receive an extra $500. For taxpayers who filed tax returns in 2018 or 2019, the child payments will be automatic.

However, many benefit recipients typically aren’t required to file tax returns. If they have children who qualify, an extra step is needed to add $500 per child onto their automatic

payment of $1,200 if they didn’t file a tax return in 2018 or 2019.

For those who receive Social Security retirement or disability benefits (SSDI), Railroad Retirement benefits or SSI and have a qualifying child, they can quickly register by visiting special tool available only on IRS.gov and provide their information in the Non-Filers section. By quickly taking steps to enter information on the IRS website about them and their qualifying children, they can receive the $500 per dependent child payment in addition to their $1,200 individual payment. If beneficiaries in these groups do not provide their information to the IRS soon, they will have to wait until later to receive their $500 per qualifying child.

The Treasury Department, not the Social Security Administration, will make these automatic payments to SSI recipients.

Recipients will generally receive the automatic payments by direct deposit, Direct Express debit card, or by paper check, just as they would normally receive their SSI benefits.

For information about Social Security retirement, survivors and disability insurance beneficiaries, please visit the SSA website at SSA.gov.

General information about the Economic Impact Payments is available on a special section of IRS.gov.

Watch out for scams related to Economic Impact Payments In a news release, the IRS urged taxpayers to be on the lookout for scams related to the Economic Impact Payments. To use the new app or

Recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will automatically receive automatic Economic Impact Payments.

get information, taxpayers should visit IRS.gov.

People should watch out for scams using email, phone calls or texts related to the payments.

Be careful and cautious: The IRS will not send unsolicited electronic communications asking people to open attachments, visit a website or share personal or financial information.

Remember, go directly and solely to IRS.gov for official information.

More information The IRS will post frequently asked questions on IRS.gov/coronavirus and will provide updates as soon as they are available.

COMMENTARY

“China Lied, People Died?” Look Who’s Talking!

BY THOMAS L. KNAPP

“The costs of the pandemic keep piling up,” writes Marc Thiessen at the Washington Post. “Somebody has to pay for this unprecedented damage. That somebody should be the government of China.”

And why, pray tell, should China’s government be punished? For “intentionally lying to the world about the danger of the virus, and proactively impeding a global response that might have prevented a worldwide contagion.”

Sounds fair, doesn’t it? If a government lies and people die

as a result, that government and its functionaries should be held responsible, right? Good enough for me.

But sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander, so if we’re having Peking Duck this week, I’d like to know when Thiessen plans to cough up his share of US government’s tab.

As a speechwriter for US president George W. Bush and Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld in the first decade of this century, Thiessen was directly responsible for pushing lies that resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Humanity is still paying a steep price for fairy tales about weapons of mass destruction and cries of wolf that “the smoking gun could be a mushroom cloud” — fairy tales and cries of wolf that Thiessen helped draft and craft.

In fact, he’s got a lot of nerve pretending that he’s even on the same moral level as Chinese government actors who may have lied about COVID-19, let alone in a position to lecture them.

Those Chinese actors were, at worst, trying to save face for their regime, and at best trying to keep themselves out of jail (the Chinese www.citizennewspapergroup.com

Communist Party has a reputation for harsh treatment of people who embarrass it).

Thiessen was shilling for an unprovoked war of aggression in Iraq by his regime, and he could have quit that job any time he chose without fear of being dragged off for “re-education.”

Governments collectively, and the people who comprise them individually, lie. A lot. About all kinds of different things and for all kinds of different reasons. And often, as a result, people die. I’m all for holding them accountable, but accountability starts at home.

Let’s be honest about what’s going on here: Republican flacks like Thiessen are trying to shift blame away from their party’s own policy failures by re-premising the same old anti-China campaign they’ve been waging for years.

Don’t forget to tip your server, Marc.

Thomas L. Knapp (Twitter: @thomaslknapp) is director and senior news analyst at the William Lloyd Garrison Center for Libertarian Advocacy Journalism (thegarrisoncenter.org). He lives and works in north central Florida.

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REAL ESTATE AC 4-15-2020 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING LLC; Plaintiff, vs. JULIAN VILLEGAS; MARTHA GUZMAN; HECTOR MANUEL TAPIA; TERECITA D. TAPIA; CITIZENS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS S/I/I TO SOUTH CHICAGO BANK; CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA) NA FKA CAPITAL ONE BANK; MANOR CARE OF OAK LAWN (WEST)IL, LLC; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 18 CH 8633 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, May 21, 2020 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. 26-06-226-016-0000.

Commonly known as 9010 South Brandon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617. 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 Law Clerk at Plaintiff's Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455. W18-1057 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3149924 ____________________________ AC 4/22/2020 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION AMERICAN FINANCIAL RESOURCES, INC. Plaintiff, -v.CORNELIUS DOLES, DENISE DOLES, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 18 CH 13500 7526 SOUTH INDIANA AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 26, 2019, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 2, 2020, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7526 SOUTH INDIANA AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-302-0290000 The real estate is improved with a red brick, one story single family home with a detached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted.

The balance, 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 con-

dominium 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. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088.

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 312-3469088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 267852 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 18 CH 13500 TJSC#: 40412 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 18 CH 13500 I3148929 ____________________________ AC 4/29/2020 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.- DIANE M WALKER A/K/A DIANE M BENNETT, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Defendants 19 CH 01146 7620 SOUTH CALUMET AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 6, 2020, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 8, 2020, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7620 SOUTH CALUMET AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-310-0200000 The real estate is improved with a red brick, one story single family home with a detached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted.

The balance, 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. 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 fil 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. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff's

Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088.

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 312-3469088 E-Mail:

pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 260491 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 19 CH 01146 TJSC#: 4083 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 19 CH 01146 I3149137 ____________________________

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