Citizen Suburban Times Weekly 4-19-2023

LAWMAKERS CONSIDER BANNING VEHICLE SEARCHES BASED ON CANNABIS ODOR, CHANGES TO PROBATION

Measures would further decriminalize use of substance after its 2020 legalization

SPRINGFIELD – Just before lawmakers went on a twoweek spring break, the Illinois Senate passed two bills that would work to further decriminalize cannabis use in Illinois.

State Sen. Rachel Ventura, D-Joliet, is pictured on the Senate floor last month. (CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS PHOTO BY JERRY NOWICKI)

New state laws taking effect Jan. 1

Minimum wage hike, pets in public housing

Lawmakers consider banning vehicle searches based on cannabis odor, changes to probation

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BY PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com

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wage workers in Illinois will see a boost in their hourly pay to $12 per hour starting Jan. 1, while tenants in affordable housing units will be allowed to keep pets.

Those are just some of the more than 300 new laws that take effect in the new year.

Measures would further decriminalize use of substance after its 2020

tenants to keep pets is the result of Senate Bill 154, by Sen. Linda Holmes, D-Aurora, and Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego. It provides that tenants of multifamily housing units that are acquired, built or renovated with money from the Illinois Affordable Housing Trust Fund may keep up to two cats or one dog weighing less than 50 pounds.

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SPRINGFIELD – Just before lawmakers went on a two-week spring break, the Illinois Senate passed two bills that would work to further decriminalize cannabis use in Illinois.

The bills – Senate Bill 125 and Senate Bill 1886 – would prevent an individual’s vehicle from being searched solely based on the smell of cannabis and would allow some individuals on probation to consume cannabis or alcohol.

that individuals under the age of 21 are still eligible to have their vehicle searched solely based on odor.

After that provision was added, the ACLU of Illinois shifted from supporting the bill to having a neutral stance on it.

“We do have concerns that the amendment to the bill creates a workaround, or a loophole, that could have the effect of incentivizing police to target youth for unnecessary traffic stops or vehicle searches,” Atticus Ballesteros, an attorney with ACLU of Illinois, said in an interview.

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The minimum wage increase is actually the result of a 2019 law that phases in a state minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2025. This year, it will increase by one dollar to $12 an hour.

The law allowing public housing

It applies to residents of housing units that are designated as affordable housing for low- and very-lowincome families. The bill passed both chambers in its final form on May 30 and Gov. JB Pritzker signed it into law Aug. 6.

When Illinois legalized cannabis in 2020, it also made individuals previously charged with minor cannabis offenses eligible to have their records expunged. At the end of 2020, Gov. J.B. Pritzker announced 492,129 cannabis-related convictions had been expunged and 9,219 people with low-level cannabis convictions had been pardoned.

Ballesteros added that ACLU of Illinois originally supported the bill because there are many reasons why a vehicle may smell of cannabis.

“And to us, that applies irrespective of age,” Ballesteros said.

The measure passed 33-20 in the Senate and awaits action in the House.

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on probation

Other new laws include:

Vehicle taxes: SB58 raises the private vehicle tax, which is a sales tax paid on the purchase of vehicles, by $75 for each model year where the purchase price is less than $15,000 and by $100 for vehicles priced above that amount. However, the registration fee for trailers weighing less than 3,000 pounds will drop to $36 instead of $118.

“It was incredibly important as we were looking to legalize this product that has clearly demonized so many communities,” Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, said of the legalization law at a Tuesday news conference.

Both bills will still need approval in the House and a signature from the governor to become law.

Cannabis odor in motor vehicles

SB 125 would ensure that the smell of “burnt or raw cannabis in a motor vehicle” cannot alone be probable cause for an individual’s vehicle to be searched.

SB 1886 would bar courts from preventing individuals from using cannabis or alcohol if they’re on probation, conditional discharge or supervision.

The bill has several exemptions, though, including if the person is sentenced to a crime that involved “the presence of an intoxicating compound in the person’s body.”

Courts would also still be allowed to impose substance use restrictions if the person is under the age of 21 or if they are participating in “problem-solving court,” a system of courts designed to help people with mental health and substance abuse problems.

The measure passed with a 34-21 vote and will head to the House.

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“People – especially people of color – are unnecessarily pulled over far too often,” Sen. Rachel Ventura, a Democrat from Joliet and lead sponsor on the bill, said of the legislation during floor debate. “The odor of cannabis alone shouldn’t be one of those reasons (for their car to be searched). Cannabis is legal in Illinois and it’s a pungent scent that can stick to clothes for extended periods of time.”

An amendment to the bill created an age exemption, specifying

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College admissions: HB226, establishing the Higher Education Fair Admissions Act, prohibits public colleges and universities from requiring applicants to submit SAT, ACT or other standardized test scores as part of the admissions process, although prospective students may choose to submit them if they wish.

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Midwest Alliance For Clean Hydrogen (MachH2) Submits Full Application to Department of Energy for Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub (H2Hub)

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Drug prices: SB1682 requires pharmacies to post a notice informing consumers that they may request current pharmacy retail prices at the point of sale.

CHICAGO — The Midwest Alliance for Clean Hydrogen (MachH2) has announced it has officially submitted a full application to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to develop a regional clean hydrogen production and distribution hub (H2Hub), funded under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The Midwest is an optimal region for an H2Hub given its existing hydrogen demand and infrastructure, multiple hard-to-decarbonize industries, favorable geology and policy for carbon storage, its own abundant supply of zero-carbon energy to produce clean hydrogen, and its central, strategic location for national hydrogen distribution and access to major freight routes primed for decarbonization.

MachH2’s application is backed by a bipartisan group of Midwestern legislators and Governors, including Governor JB Pritzker (D-IL), Governor Eric Holcomb (R-IN), and Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI).

clean hydrogen economy in the region that will create good-paying jobs, expand economic opportunity, promote energy independence, and improve public health outcomes,” said Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. “Establishing a clean hydrogen hub in our region will also help Michigan achieve its goal of economy-wide carbon neutrality by 2050. Let’s get it done.”

Made up of more than 60 public and private entities representing every phase in the hydrogen value chain, MachH2 members are united in a shared vision to create an immediately scalable hydrogen hub in the Midwest that deploys the region’s abundant carbon-free energy to create a clean hydrogen economy and reduce emissions across multiple heavy emitting sectors. A full list of MachH2 alliance members is viewable here.

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FOID card changes: HB562 enacts several changes to the Firearm Owner Identification card law. Among other things, it provides for a streamlined renewal process for FOID cards and Concealed Carry Licenses for people who voluntarily submit fingerprint records. It also allows the Illinois State Police to issue a combined FOID card and Concealed Carry License to qualified applicants, and it establishes a new Violent Crime Intelligence Task Force to take enforcement action against people with revoked FOID cards.

“The Midwest continues to be a leader in the clean energy economy, from Illinois’ passage of the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act to multi-state initiatives like MachH2 that redefine what it means to be climate-conscious in our ever-changing economy,” said Illinois Governor JB Pritzker. “This partnership—which exemplifies Midwestern innovation and leadership—is a crucial step towards establishing an effective clean hydrogen economy in the region while also creating stable, well-paying jobs, and laying the foundation for a cleaner Illinois for future generations.”

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When made with clean energy, hydrogen is an essential resource in meeting our nation’s goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050. As an energy source, hydrogen does not emit carbon and can be used to reduce emissions from multiple difficult-to-decarbonize sectors of the economy, including aviation, steelmaking, agriculture, and long-haul transportation.

Official flags: HB605 requires state agencies and institutions to purchase Illinois and American flags that are made in the United States.

United States. In June, President Joe Biden also signed a bill designating Juneteenth as a federal holiday.

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Student mental health: HB576 and SB1577 allow students in Illinois up to five excused absences to attend to their mental or behavioral health without providing a medical note. Those students will be given an opportunity to make up any work they missed during the first absence and, after using a second mental health day, may be referred

“Uniquely situated as The Crossroads of America, Indiana and our neighboring Midwestern coalition states are essential in developing and deploying a robust hydrogen economy,” said Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb. “In Indiana, our expertise and leadership in traditional industries and the economy of the future, combined with the ability to incorporate hydrogen into existing and new manufacturing processes, offer outstanding opportunities to support America’s global competitiveness and our nation’s workforce.”

Hair styles: SB817 prohibits discrimination in schools against individuals on the grounds of wearing natural or ethnic hairstyles, which include dreadlocks, braids, twists and afros.

Lemonade stands: SB119 prohib-

its public health authorities from regulating or shutting down lemonade stands or similar operations that are operated by children under the age of 16. Known as “Hayli’s Law,” it was inspired by 12-year-old Hayli Martinez, whose lemonade stand in Kankakee was shut down by local officials.

Just as the Midwest played a leadership role in transitioning the U.S. to an economic and industrial giant in the mid-1800s, it is now well-positioned to lead a new energy renaissance fueled by clean, affordable, and safe hydrogen. MachH2 is built specifically to accelerate this clean hydrogen transformation, advancing the delivery of abundant, reliable, and increasingly affordable clean energy solutions in the coming decade and beyond to achieve DOE goals.

Juneteenth: HB3922 recognizes June 19, or “Juneteenth,” as an official state holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the

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After announcing its bid and initial concept paper in November of 2022, MachH2 received a letter of encouragement from the DOE in December of 2022. In February, MachH2 announced it had joined forces with the Indiana-led Midwest Hydrogen Corridor Consortium as a single hub.

The DOE is expected to select 6-10 hubs later this year.

Creating a Blueprint for the Next Generation of Black Leaders

NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- In the Black: Changing the Dominant Narrative in the Commercial Real Estate Industry by T. Dallas Smith is now available. The book is published with Forbes Books, the exclusive business book publishing imprint of Forbes, and is available on Amazon today.

In his new book, T. Dallas Smith shares his story of entering the Atlanta commercial real estate industry in the 1980s and becoming the first Black broker at Cushman & Wakefield’s Atlanta outpost. It is as much a memoir as it is a guidebook for Black entrepreneurs hoping to enter commercial real estate – a field full of potential.

Now the head of his own commercial real estate firm—T. Dallas Smith & Company—the author’s reflection on an accomplished career is thought-provoking, humorous, vulnerable, and inspiring. With In the Black, T. Dallas Smith endeavors to introduce young Black men and women to a field they may not have previously considered.

For him, increasing exposure of commercial real estate should be the first in a series of necessary changes to the industry that includes sharing knowledge, establishing networks of contacts and mentors, and, ultimately, moving the industry to champion diversity.

“I’m telling you my story because I want to speak the truth,” Smith says. “I want to leave everything on the table—the plans for the building, the keys to the front door—for the generation of Black men and women who come after me, so that their experiences in this profession will be that much better than my own.”

T. Dallas Smith is the founder and CEO at T. Dallas Smith & Company, a commercial real estate firm specializing in tenant representation and based in Atlanta, Georgia. T. Dallas Smith & Company has led projects across the country, with metrics exceeding seven million square feet of commercial property leasing and acquisitions, as well as five thousand acres of land purchases.

T. Dallas Smith is an innovator and thought leader in the commercial real estate community and is intentional about cultivating diverse talent to help shape the commercial real estate industry. He is chair of the Real Estate and Facilities Committee for the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, board member of the National Association of REALTORS®, 2023 President of the Atlanta Commercial Board of REALTORS® and has served as chair of the Real Estate Committee for the Georgia State University Foundation Board.

Launched in 2016 in partnership with Advantage Media Group, Forbes Books is the exclusive business book publishing imprint of Forbes. Forbes Books offers business and thought leaders an innovative, speed-to-market, fee-based publishing model and a suite of services designed to strategically and tactically support authors and promote their expertise. For more information, visit books.forbes.com.

Trust for Public Land Raises Urgency to Protect Black History and Black Futures

SAN FRANCISCO, PRNewswire -- Trust for Public Land (TPL) is taking bold action to identify and accelerate the preservation of nearly 60 public spaces of historical and cultural significance to Black communities across the country.

Of the nearly 100,000 places included in the National Register of Historic Places, only three percent tell the stories of the Black American experience. In the United States, the approach to identifying, preserving, and interpreting historic places has long reflected the country’s complicated racial—and racist—past and present. It deprives us of a full understanding of the story of America and presents the grave risk that many of the most important places in Black American history and culture will be lost to rapid development or neglect.

To address this threat, Trust for Public Land is urgently working to ensure the Black American communities that built and cultivated this country are justly honored and remembered through the conservation of stories and places. “We have an enormous opportunity to expand the field of Black historic preservation, moving beyond the stereotypical narratives rooted in racism, slavery, and pain to tell a more complete history that highlights the resistance, self-determination, and joy of African Americans,” said Dr. Jocelyn Imani, TPL’s national director of Black history and culture. “We need more public spaces where Americans—specifically Black Americans—can take their families and leave feeling proud.”

Combining national resources with the expertise of local partners, TPL is part of a growing movement of organizations, funders, philanthropists, and Black communities to recognize and put more sites on the map that preserve Black history and culture. Many sites with cultural and historic value are under threat,

facing rapid development, natural decay and deterioration, and the loss of individuals and descendants who can speak to their importance. TPL and partners are working to preserve, create and activate sites like this, including:

Emmett Till Campus/Sustainable Square Mile: Blacks in Green (BIG) has conceived of community development in terms of the Sustainable Square Mile, an economically self-sustaining walkable village designed to build Black wealth and power. TPL is supporting BIG’s efforts to create a series of 16 gardens across Chicago that honor luminaries of the Great Migration. The first of these is the Mamie Till-Mobley Forgiveness Garden, a converted vacant lot that not only offers a place for healing and respite, but also features a first-in-America Prairie Rainwater Parkway Garden, revolutionizing green infrastructure norms.

Medgar and Myrlie Evers home: The Evers were both activists in the Civil Rights Movement and targets of racist violence. Medgar, one of the first national civil rights leaders assassinated, was killed outside of his home in 1963. The home located in Jackson, Mississippi, is now undergoing preservation efforts and continues to be a symbol for civil rights and social justice issues.

Prince Hall Masonic Temple: This historic Atlanta building used to house the offices of Martin Luther King Jr.’s Southern Christian Leadership Conference and WERD, the first Black-owned radio station in the US. Partners are beginning the work to restore the building and incorporate voices of community members and the Civil Rights Movement.

Rosewood Museum: The future museum will be designed as a place of remembrance and education to honor the victims, survivors and descendants of

Rosewood, Florida, a vibrant Black community of 300 before it was destroyed in 1923 by a racist massacre by white perpetrators.

Stringer’s Ridge Cemetery: Nearly lost to history, this rediscovered field cemetery is the final resting place of at least two U.S. Colored Troops veterans and Alfred Blount, the first Black man lynched from the Walnut Street Bridge in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

“Even with the successful completion of these projects and others, there is still more work to be done to address the immense disparities that remain in our nation’s history and historic sites,” shared Keith Weaver, Trust for Public Land national board member and chair for TPL’s Black History and Culture Advisory Council. “Saving these irreplaceable spaces requires specialized expertise to identify and map existing and future sites; to leverage extraordinary amounts of public funding; and to build grassroots partnerships to validate that Black historic sites truly honor and enrich their surrounding communities.”

Celebrating its 50-year legacy, TPL is continuing to embed equity in everything we do, from closing the park access gap to preserving sites that represent Black history and culture, to ensure our nationally protected outdoor places tell the full American story.

“Land has meaning. Historic places tell our story and connect us to the truth in tangible, relatable ways. And if we continue with business as usual, these sacred—and joyous—spaces representing the Black experience will be vulnerable and maybe even lost forever,” said Diane Regas, president and CEO of Trust for Public Land. “But everyone has a role to play in building a more equitable future, by celebrating, visiting, and learning from these historic and critical public lands.”

Miami named Bon Appétit’s 2023 “Food City of The Year”

MIAMI, PRNewswire -- The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) announces that Greater Miami and Miami Beach has been granted the title of “2023 Food City of the Year” by the esteemed food and beverage publication, Bon Appétit. To celebrate, the GMCVB, alongside Miami-Dade County, officially commemorated April 5th as “Food City of the Year Day” to honor the community’s success as a culinary leader and inspire the industry’s growth for years to come.

This announcement comes on the heels of additional culinary honors for Greater Miami and Miami Beach, including new stars awarded by the Michelin Guide, which arrived in Florida for the first time in 2022, as well as advancements in the 2023 James Beard Awards, which recently selected eight local restaurants, chefs and bakeries as semifinalists and one local bakery as a finalist. National news headlines have also spotlighted Miami’s dining scene in recent years, with media outlets Robb Report and Bloomberg dubbing the city as “America’s Hottest Dining Scene” and “the most exciting food city in the country,” respectively.

“These recent recognitions by leading voices in the culinary space validate Greater Miami and Miami Beach’s work and dedication to building and supporting a vibrant food and beverage com-

munity,” said David Whitaker, president, and CEO of the GMCVB. “Culinary tourism is a strong motivator for travel, and we remain incredibly thankful to the chefs, restaurateurs, mixologists, and event producers who have helped make our local hospitality industry one of the best in the world.”

Today, Greater Miami and Miami Beach’s assortment of dining, enter-

tainment, and cultural experiences has proven to be a primary motivator for visitors, per a recent Greater Miami and Miami Beach Visitor Industry Report. The report also shows that the destination saw a 50% increase in food and gastro-tourism alone in 2021, surpassing pre-pandemic numbers. Propelling this shift is a recent influx of new dining concepts and top-tier culinary talent, in

addition to nationally recognized culinary programming that continues to put the destination on the map, such as the annual South Beach Wine & Food Festival and Miami Spice Restaurant Months.

To discover and learn more about the robust restaurant community across Greater Miami and Miami Beach, please visit miamiandbeaches.com/restaurants.

House Group Opens Villa Denver, a Tapas Bar and Refined Bottle Service Lounge with Live Music

DENVER, PRNewswire -- House Group is pleased to announce the public Grand Opening celebration of Villa Denver on Friday-Saturday, May 5th-6th. This refined hospitality concept is a live music lounge and tapas bar that features expertly crafted table-side cocktails and an imaginative bottle service experience.

Villa will be the first bottle service lounge in Denver to offer exotic mixers and craft cocktails, table-side performances and presentations, an “At Your Service” order button, an exclusive Powder Room, hot and fresh tapas upon arrival, and a dedicated hospitality team for a truly spoiled experience.

To elevate the experience for all House Guests, Villa Denver will offer tableside mixology service featuring select artisan-crafted drinks, in addition to a full-service bar. Villa will also offer a wide array of mocktails featuring fresh-squeezed juices and premium ingredients.

“Villa Denver promises an experience where every patron is a cherished House Guest,” say co-founders Andy Mora and Johnny Christmas. “People pay good money to go out, and we believe they deserve a highly personalized and welcoming experience. Villa Denver is committed to excellence in service and a premium experience for all Guests

of Honor.”

Denver’s own Executive Chef Toby Prout leads the cuisine, fusing his Latin American influence with a modern eclectic twist. As a celebrated chef in the city, Toby has earned a loyal following of fans who appreciate his innovative culinary expertise.

The menu at Villa boasts a curated selection of chef-tasting tapas designed to be shared and updated seasonally with locally sourced ingredients. The tasting menu pairs tapas with craft cocktails for unique experiences.

Villa Denver’s entertainment calendar features house music DJ collaborations with live funk and jazz instrumentals and other Denver music collectives.

Featured music collaborations:

May 5th

Borham Lee (of Break Science, Pretty Lights, and BTTRFLY Quintet) and friends Will Gains (bass), Jordan Hemby (drums), and Nelli (DJ)

May 6th

Clone_B (Bordas Brothers) ft. Clark Smith (saxophone) and RichMusiq (Bass)

Grand Opening weekend hours:

4 p.m. - 2 a.m. Living Room

10 p.m. - 2 a.m. Parlor Room

For members of the media and House Guests, Villa Denver is hosting an invitation-only housewarming party on Saturday, April 29th, featuring fusion tapas, exotic cocktails, fresh mocktails, and live music by Charismafunk – DJ Charisma ft. Miles Lujan (Motet) on trumpet and Gino Moriano on percussion.

Villa Denver is a tapas bar and refined music lounge that delivers an imaginative bottle service experience for guests who desire to be spoiled. Featuring exotic table-side cocktails, fusion tapas, and dynamic live music & DJ collaborations, Villa Denver offers a welcoming house party atmosphere for an unforgettable night out.

Villa Denver’s founders, Andy Mora, Johnny Christmas, and Brandon Jundt, bring unmatched expertise in managing elite food, beverage, and entertainment concepts to the vibrant nightlife in Denver with over 20 years of combined experience. The design and building renovations for Villa Denver, which beautifully highlight this unique space in the city, were led by Chris Szafranski from ZDevelopment.

Villa Denver is located at 1416 Market St. Denver, CO 80202, and can be contacted at (720) 994-8994 for information, reservations, and bottle service.

Left to Right: Miami Culinary Institute (MCI) students, GMCVB Chairman Bruce Orosz, Arlo General Manager Jennifer Hiblum, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, Aventura Commissioner Rachel Friedland, GMCVB President/CEO David Whitaker and MCI Chair Shelly Fano. PRNewsFoto.

Lil Durk Announces April Public Mint of Phygital Sneaker Collection

NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- Lil Durk, in collaboration with ‘NXTG3NZ’, is proud to announce public minting for their highly anticipated ‘7220’ phygital sneaker collection. The collection’s minting public event took place on April 10 and consists of 11,111 pairs of custom designed phygital sneakers on the Algorand blockchain.

Designed by 0X-E, the collection will allow holders of the ‘7220’ token to wear their digital sneakers across multiple Metaverses, including The Sandbox. Because the ‘7220’ NXTG3NZ tokens are a phygital collection (digital tokens linked to a physical item or representation), NXTG3NZ will also gift each ‘7220’ NXTG3NZ token holder with a physical pair of ‘7220’ sneakers. This provides everyone who purchases the ‘7220’ NXTG3NZ sneaker to demonstrate their digital ownership of the token in the physical world.

The digital version of the sneaker will be revealed to the token holder within 5-7 days after the ‘7220’ NXTG3NZ is minted. Following that, the holder will receive a form in which they can enter their shoe size as well as the mailing address to which the physical sneakers should be sent to. Those who purchase and mint the ‘7220’ NXTG3NZ token should expect to receive the physical sneakers within three to five months after completing the form.

The physical sneakers are being produced in Portugal at the same factory that produces sneakers for luxury brands Balmain and Moncler.

With the purchase of the ‘7220’ NXTG3NZ, token holders will also receive exclusive benefits and memberships from NXTG3NZ. This includes real-life events with Lil Durk at festivals and shows, automatic access to the Early Access for upcoming sneaker drops with additional music and music icons.

“I’ve always loved fashion and now its technology, so it just made sense to combine them two. It’s a new wave and we’re leading with NXTG3NZ. Doing it the right way, we built this for 2 years now.” - Lil Durk

Jessica Tsai Chin, Chief Marketing Officer at Algorand, agrees with Lil Durk’s dedication to the fans stating, “As the pioneers scaling blockchain infrastructure, we are thrilled to partner with Lil Durk. Algorand is on a mission to transform the technology and culture landscape through real world value. This is the moment for powerful businesses to be born out of fandom and access.”

While the ‘7220’ NXTG3NZ token is their first phygital collection, NXTG3NZ has plans to release future collaborations with additional music and more.

Co-founded by Lil Durk, Satoshi Design, and Nexus, NXTG3NZ is a decentralized footwear company that utilizes Web3 technology to empower celebrities, athletes, and influencers to create their signature shoe brands. This one of a kind physical shoe collection utilizes NFT technology, which serve as proof of authenticity and enable them to reward their loyal community with perks. With industry veterans from the world’s top three shoe brands on board, they excel at producing high-quality luxury footwear, allowing them to step into the future of fashion in style.

To learn more about the ‘7220’ NXTG3NZ NFT Collection, visit NXTG3NZ’s website at www.NXTG3NZ.com

INDOCHINO DEBUTS SPRING/ SUMMER 2023 COLLECTION & EXPANDS WOMENSWEAR

VANCOUVER, BC, PRNewswire -- INDOCHINO, the global leader in custom apparel, has launched its Spring/Summer 2023 collection. This new collection features the brand’s first ever dual-gender campaign imagery and celebrates the personal stories that fashion brings to life. In conjunction with the collection’s debut, INDOCHINO has announced it will be expanding its women’s offering to their e-commerce channel, following a successful rollout in select physical showrooms last fall.

The core theme for this bold collection is “A Story In The Making,” which speaks to the power of personal style and the real life memories that customers create in their INDOCHINO suiting. Photographed in the stunning city of Oaxaca, Mexico, the collection and campaign imagery is also inspired by the city’s lively colors, rich heritage, artistic architecture and textile making traditions. The collection provides an array of elevated pieces that can be easily layered or mixed and matched, satisfying shoppers’ increased interest in versatility and unexpected styling, while also providing a robust variety of options for formal events.

Further to the core theme of the Spring/Summer 2023 collection, INDOCHINO is excited to expand their custom apparel offering with a fit that celebrates the female form. This makes the brand the first to sell custom women’s apparel digitally on a mass scale. Throughout the Fall of 2022, INDOCHINO was able to successfully pilot the launch of this new offering. With an overwhelmingly positive customer response, INDOCHINO is excited to support the omni-channel experience for their entire customer base. The first half of 2023 will see womenswear become available across the complete network of INDOCHINO’s owned showrooms throughout North America.

“We are pleased with the early success of our women’s fit and look forward to seeing its continued growth fueled by this expansion across e-commerce and our physical showroom network,” said Drew Green, CEO of INDOCHINO. “Our mission is to empower shoppers to place themselves at the center of their own story, guiding them emotionally and practically through the process of creating custom clothing to feel like their truest self. The Spring/ Summer 2023 collection and its corresponding campaign imagery bring that vision to life in a beautiful way, which we are proud to share with the world.”

Additionally, with the 2023 wedding

season already in full swing, INDOCHINO is equally focused on driving continued growth and excitement for their events business. This season, they will join forces with another world class wedding brand, David’s Bridal, for a unique partnership that helps customers to create their dream custom wedding suit.

As the global leader in made to measure apparel, INDOCHINO has developed the shopping experience of the future. Born out of the belief that you don’t need to spend a fortune on a custom wardrobe, INDOCHINO was the first company to disrupt the retail sector by making perfect-fitting, personalized apparel on a mass scale. The brand was also recently named to the Newsweek and Statista America’s Fastest Growing Online Shops list for 2022.

Customers take on the role of designer, picking out every detail of their garments to make them truly one-of-a-kind. These are made to their precise measurements and shipped directly to their door, hassle free. The company’s omni-channel approach allows them to shop online or in person at any INDOCHINO showroom.

For more information, visit www.indochino.com and follow INDOCHINO’s social media channels.

INDOCHINO debuts their Spring/Summer 2023 collection with the brand’s first ever dual-gender campaign imagery and announces the expansion of their women’s offering across both e-commerce and their complete network of owned showrooms in North America.

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Chicago to host 2024 Democratic National Convention

City beat out Atlanta and New York after receiving support from Democratic Midwest governors

By JERRY NOWICKI Capitol News Illinois jnowicki@capitolnewsillinois.com

SPRINGFIELD – The Democratic National Committee announced this week that Chicago will host the party’s 2024 presidential nominating convention.

The city beat out Atlanta and New York for the fourday convention next August after Democratic leaders in the Midwest pushed for it to be the site. It will be hosted at the city’s United Center and McCormick Place.

A news release announcing the choice noted Chicago is “an ideal backdrop” to host the nominating convention for President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. It will also highlight the importance of the Midwest as “a key voting bloc in the 2024 election,” the release noted.

“Chicago is a great choice to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention,” Biden said in the news release.

“Democrats will gather to showcase our historic progress including building an economy from the middle out and bottom up, not from the top down. From repairing our roads and bridges, to unleashing a manufacturing boom, and creating over 12.5 million new good-paying jobs, we’ve already delivered so much for hard working Americans – now it’s time to finish the job.”

Gov. JB Pritzker was a leading force behind the push to bring the convention to Chicago, as was outgoing Mayor Lori Lightfoot. Last week, after a meeting with Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson, Pritzker said his administration has worked to relay to the DNC that “the best convention that anyone could have would be here in the city of Chicago.”

He emphasized Chicago and Illinois’ status as a pro-choice state that’s “stood up for labor rights and workers” and taken action to ban assault weapons.

“And that’s not true of some of the other competitors states,” he said.

He made similar points at a news conference in Chicago Wednesday afternoon.

“Now after all, Chicago and the entire Midwest looks like America, and is the capital at the heart of the nation,” Pritzker said. “Illinois is home to a bustling metropolis, a strong rural tradition, thriving suburbs, not to mention a longstanding history rooted in civil rights, and workers rights, and reproductive rights.”

The convention is scheduled for August 19-22 next year. It is expected to bring tens of thousands of visitors to Chicago. The city last held the convention in 1996.

“This region was critical to President Biden and vice-president Harris’s 2020 victory,” DNC Chair Jaime Harrison said at a news conference Wednesday. “We won big here in 2020 and it will be a part of how we win big again in 2024. This region will also give us the opportunity to showcase the Biden-Harris economic agenda that is unleashing a manufacturing boom, strengthening U.S. supply chains, creating good paying union jobs and expanding economic opportunities.”

The Republican Party will host their presidential nominating convention in July, roughly 90 miles north of Chicago in Milwaukee.

Also on Tuesday, GOP Congressman Darin

LaHood, of Dunlap, announced that presumed presidential hopeful and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will be the keynote speaker at the 2023 Lincoln Day Dinner. The event hosted by the Peoria and Tazewell County Republican Central Committees will take place on Friday, May 12.

“Gov. Ron DeSantis is one of the preeminent conservative voices in our country, fighting back against the radical left,” LaHood said in a statement. “As Governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis has enabled his state to thrive because he leads with fiscal responsibility, family values, and Constitutional principles. I am honored to welcome him to this year’s Peoria-Tazewell Lincoln Day Dinner and look forward to hearing him share his Florida Blueprint with Central Illinois conservatives.”

Capitol News Illinois is a nonprofit, nonpartisan news service covering state government. It is distributed to more than 400 newspapers statewide, as well as hundreds of radio and TV stations. It is funded primarily by the Illinois Press Foundation and the Robert R. McCormick Foundation.

Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison holds Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks jerseys with a Biden-Harris 2024 theme at a news conference announcing the 2024 Democratic National Convention will be hosted in Chicago. Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison speaks at a news conference announcing the 2024 Democratic National Convention will be hosted in Chicago. (CREDIT: BLUEROOMSTREAM.COM)

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Revitalized Jet Magazine Cover

Announced: Slutty Vegan CEO Pinky Cole

After 63 years and thousands of issues, JET printed its last magazine in 2014, but today it is announced that the iconic publication is back in print and we would love to have you reveal that Pinky Cole is the cover star!

JET Announces Limited Print with Iconic Pinky Cole Cover & Collector’s Issue Pinky Cole, the famed CEO & Founder of Slutty Vegan known for changing the world with her vegan comfort food, philanthropy & activism, makes history by gracing the cover of JET with the release of a highly curated Collector’s Issue.

The culturally significant and beloved publication returns to print for this limited release only and splashes onto newsstands with cover star and “Beauty of the Week” Pinky Cole. This special issue chronicles Cole’s breathtaking journey redefining the American Dream, shaping culture, her tireless activism with The Pinky Cole Foundation, building a $100 million-dollar vegan empire while simultaneously raising a family, and a whole lot more.

“I am so thrilled to be featured on the cover of JET!” says Cole. “Ever since I was a little girl, I grew up reading every inch of every issue that I could get my hands on. Now here I am on the cover and as their iconic ‘Beauty of the Week.’ This moment is so personal and special to me because in many ways, JET helped shape who I wanted to become and who I am now. As I look back at myself as a kid, I want every little girl out there to know that dreams do really come true.”

JET has a rich history of celebrating excellence and culture. Founded in 1951 by John H. Johnson and currently owned and operated by the Bridge-

man Family, JET was a mainstay in primarily Black households across America. JET chronicled Black life in America and provided a lens into the African American community that mainstream media either ignored or misrepresented.

“JET is like family, and people tell me frequently that they miss JET coming to their house every week. But because of technology, the weekly print magazine business model doesn’t make as much sense now as it did 25 years ago, hence the reason JET ceased printing in 2014.” – Daylon A. Goff, President of JET. “When Pinky and I connected randomly last summer at a concert, I mentioned that I’m a fan of her movement, and she mentioned that she’s always dreamed of being in JET. Given that Pinky and JET are all about building community and highlighting culture, we thought that this limited collector’s issue is a great way to fuel and ignite our combined audiences with this partnership.”

Pinky Cole joins a list of iconic JET cover stars, including Academy Award-winning actors, Grammy Award-winning music legends, world leaders, and Titans of Industry like President Barack Obama, Muhammed Ali, Aretha Franklin, Kendrick Lamar, Nat King Cole, Richard Pryor, Octavia Spencer, & Michael B Jordan to name a few.

JET’s focus on “Moving Black Forward with speed and purpose” mirrors Cole’s own mission of promoting social justice and creating opportunities for marginalized communities. JET recognizes Pinky Cole’s contributions to culture and as a role model for the next generation of entrepreneurs and activista.

45th Annual BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!

BROOKLYN, N.Y., PRNewswire -- The Brooklyn-based arts and media institution BRIC announced the opening and closing acts for the 2023 BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! season. The highly-anticipated performing arts series will kick off with legendary blues musician Taj Mahal, British singer songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae, and dynamic gospel trio The Harlem Gospel Travelers at the Lena Horne Bandshell at Prospect Park. Seattle-based folk-indie favorites The Head and The Heart will close out the festival season. BRIC will announce the full season lineup in early May.

Regularly attracting upwards of 250,000 attendees, BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! is the longest-running, free summer music festival in New York City and has become one of the city’s foremost summer attractions and a true staple of Brooklyn culture. From its very first performance in the summer of 1979, the mission of the festival has been to bring Brooklyn together. BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! is a festival that represents the borough’s growing reputation as a global cultural destination.

“BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! at the Lena Horne Bandshell in Prospect Park is a beloved flagship event, and a clear sign of summer for our community,” said Morgan Monaco, President of Prospect Park Alliance, the non-profit organization that operates the park in partnership with the City. “Music and performing arts are what help keep us thriving in good times and in bad, and I’m grateful that the park serves as an important inspiration for artists of all kinds. The festival has brought a wide range of free music, performances and family programming to Brooklyn’s Backyard and we look forward to coming together this season with the many diverse communities of Brooklyn.”

Returns To Prospect Park This Summer

This year marks the 45th Anniversary year of BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! In partnership with Prospect Park Alliance and NYC Parks, BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! has become one of the hottest summer performing arts series, a beloved tradition and an opportunity to catch global music icons, chart-topping artists, and the very best diverse talent from around the world and around the block. In addition to free concerts, the festival includes movie and dance nights, a family day, and special benefit concerts.

In celebration of its 45th year, and under the guidance of BRIC President Wes Jackson and Artistic Director and Executive Producer Diane Eber, the 2023 BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! season theme is “looking to the future, while honoring the past.”

In the spirit of looking to the future, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Taja Cheek, aka L’Rain, joins BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! as the first-ever artist curator. Born and raised in Crown Heights, she has extensive experience participating in and uplifting Brooklyn’s experimental music communities, including performing at BRIC JazzFest 2021. Cheek has curated at some of the most prestigious art institutions in New York City.

“I have been going to BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! my whole life and having an opportunity to be a part of the team is nothing short of a dream come true,” said Artist Curator L’Rain. “Collaborative curatorial work is so special—more important than any individual contribution are the conversations we have with each other about artists we’re excited about, the ways we push each other out of our comfort zones, and the new music we learn about along the way.”

The season will kick off on Wednesday, June 7th, with three-time past headliner and Grammy-award winning legendary Blues artist Taj Mahal, two-time Grammy Award winner Corinne Bailey Rae, and The Harlem Gospel Travelers will open the series. Known for their electric live performances, The Head and The Heart will be the festival’s closing headliner.

BRIC is also rolling out their BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! ticketed benefit concerts, which help support BRIC’s extensive free programming. As an extension of the Blue Note Jazz Festival, the ticketed concert on June 24th will feature headlining performances from NxWorries, the art-duo composed of Anderson Paak and Knxwledge, who haven’t performed in the states as NxWorries in nearly five years; alongside legends like Robert Glasper, Lalah Hathaway, Bilal, and BJ The Chicago Kid. August’s 10th’s benefit show will feature New Orleans-based eight-piece rock collective The Revivalists, and Seattle indie-favorites Band of Horses. The last two benefit shows will take place on August 22nd and 23rd, featuring lo-fi multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Alex G, with support from Canadian indie-pop band Alvvays, fresh off the release of their third full-length album, Blue Rev.

While the festival will remain free of charge, excluding benefit shows, RSVPs are encouraged to stay up to date on festival news, but are not required. Media applications for BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! will open soon, with the full lineup announcement.

Stay tuned for additional details on the 2023 season as they’re announced! For more information on the artist lineup, tickets and more, visit bricartsmedia. org/bcb.

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Ag Invest Program Surpasses $1 Billion in Agriculture Lending During Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ Administration

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Treasurer’s Ag Invest Program has achieved a new milestone by loaning more than $1 billion to farmers and agriculture professionals across the state, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs said today. The milestone represents the cumulative amount of Ag Invest loans since Frerichs became state treasurer in 2015.

“Agriculture is a valued and crucial industry in Illinois,” Frerichs said. “I’m proud that my office can help provide affordable financing for farmers and agricultural professionals as they pursue their vital work and contribute to the well-being of our state.”

Since 2015, the program has supported more than 5,000 agriculture borrowers and partnered with more than 35 financial institutions.

Ag Invest is an agriculture-focused impact investment program providing loan opportunities for Illinois farmers and agri-businesses to start, expand or add value to their farm operations. Ag Invest offers affordable financing through two options: the Ag Invest Agriculture Operating Line of Credit and the Long Term Ag & Value-Added Ag program. The treasurer’s office partners with eligible financial institutions in Illinois to provide low interest rate loans to Illinois farmers.

The loans provided by the financial institution can be used for the purchase of farm equipment, purchase of land, construction-related expenses, operating lines of credit or other costs related to conventional or sustainable farming.

Ag Invest, the nation’s most expansive agriculture deposit program, also celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. Since its inception in 1983, Ag Invest has loaned more than $5 billion in operating lines of credit

Reps. Kelly and Bucshon Introduce Bipartisan Legislation Securing the U.S. Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network Act

and long-term loans.

Another part of Ag Invest is the annual Cream of the Crop Photography Contest for young Illinoisans. The contest is now in its 11th year, and submissions are being accepted through June 12.

Top photographs will be chosen in three age-based categories: ages 8 10, 11 14 and 15-18. Each student may submit up to two photos by June 12. For more information about the contest, go to Cream of the Crop Contest.

During his time as treasurer, Frerichs has improved the Ag Invest program in several ways, helping farmers gain more access to operating lines of credit and expanding terms for the long-term loan program. Frerichs’ most recent improvements to Ag Invest took effect earlier this year.

The Ag Invest Agriculture Operating Line of Credit, available as a one-year or two-year program, assists farmers with paying for seed, fertilizer, salaries, transportation, processing, milling, crop insurance and other expenses. Each borrower is allowed a single line of credit, and the maximum amount is $600,000 per borrower.

The Ag Invest Long-Term program is designed to help pay for capital expenditures such as machinery, construction and renovation, transportation, milling, livestock, specialty crops, land acquisition and other costs. Each borrower is allowed multiple loans up to $800,000 per calendar year. Projects greater than $800,000 are considered on a case-by-case basis. The initial rate for a Long-Term Ag loan is guaranteed for three years, and the loan may be extended beyond that period.

To find out more about the program, go to Ag Invest at https://www.illinoistreasurer.gov/Invest_in_Illinois/Ag_Invest.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Robin Kelly (IL02) and Rep. Larry Bucshon, M.D. (IN-08), introduced the Securing the U.S. Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network Act.

The United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) has held a monopoly over the contract to manage organ distribution since 1984. Recent reports have raised concerns about how this monopoly affects the national Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network.

The legislation would allow for the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to run a competitive process to choose from the best contractors for different national OPTN functions (e.g., health IT, logistics). A better-performing national OPTN will better serve patients across the country.

“I am proud to co-lead this bipartisan legislation with Rep. Bucshon,” said Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02). “The Securing the U.S. Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network Act will make the U.S. organ transplant network more effective and efficient, making vital organs more available to patients across Illinois and the country. As our country continues to move forward at a rapid pace, with new technologies becoming available every day, we owe it to our constituents to bring our medical practices into the 21st century and save lives.”

“Every year, thousands of potentially lifesaving organs go to waste, even as Americans die waiting for transplants. We can and must work to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the organ transplantation process. I am proud to partner with Rep. Kelly to introduce the Securing the U.S. Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network Act, to help make more organs available to Hoosiers and all Americans,” said Dr. Bucshon.

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Eat the Rainbow

Pair seafood and seasonal produce for colorful, healthy recipes

(Family Features) Focusing your menus on health-conscious recipes that look as good as they make you feel is key to making positive lifestyle changes. Adding big flavors that satisfy cravings to easy, go-to recipes can be a big step toward reaching health goals throughout the year.

“Eatng the rainbow” refers to adding fruits and veggies of varying colors to your diet, such as red tomatoes and beets, green cucumbers and avocados, orange carrots and pumpkins and beyond. Complementing fresh produce with the nutritional benefits of tuna and salmon – like heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, protein, vitamin D and potassium – can take your meal planning one step further.

Whether you’re commemorating a special occasion, hosting a gathering of friends and family or simply enjoying a night in, good food shouldn’t mean ditching good eating habits. With new packaging but a continued focus on flavor, wild-caught Low-Sodium Pink Salmon from Chicken of the Sea is a perfect complement to vibrant, rainbow-inspired recipes.

Try these Salmon Chili Bites for a quick and delicious snack option. They can easily be doubled, tripled or more for a party appetizer. Feature the recipe with a “rainbow” of veggies, crackers, meats and cheeses on a charcuterie board for a crowd favorite that can satisfy guests with big, bold flavor.

Ditch boring salads and find joy in food while maintaining healthy eating goals by upping your salad game. Say goodbye to bland, boring greens and enjoy salads with your favorite toppings, like a colorful combination of protein-packed tuna and fiber-rich veggies in this Mediterranean Tuna Salad, which is completed with a bright dressing and topped with feta cheese and parsley.

For more than 100 years, Chicken of the Sea has provided fresh, tasty seafood straight from the ocean, so whether you’re reaching for wild-caught tuna for this homemade salad or another option like salmon or sardines, you can enjoy a high-quality product that’s delicious on its own or used to elevate favorite recipes.

To find more health-focused snacks, appetizers, meals and more, visit chickenofthesea.com.

Salmon Chili Bites

Prep time: 15 minutes

Servings: 2

2 pouches (2.5 ounces each) Chicken of the Sea

Low Sodium Wild-Caught

Alaska Pink Salmon

1 tablespoon chili crisp

2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar

1 teaspoon toasted sesame

oil

2 bell peppers, cored and cut into 2-inch squares

1 green onion, thinly sliced minced cilantro black sesame seeds

In bowl, combine salmon, chili crisp, vinegar and sesame oil.

To serve, top each bell pepper square with some salmon, green onion, cilantro and sesame seeds. If leftover pieces of bell pepper remain, chop and add as additional garnish.

Note: If serving with cheese plate, place salmon mixture in small bowl and garnish with green onion and sesame seeds.

Mediterranean Tuna Salad

Prep time: 20 minutes

Servings: 1-2

Dressing:

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Salad:

1 can (5 ounces) Chicken of the Sea

Chunk Light Tuna, drained

1 cup halved cherry tomatoes

1/3 cup sliced Kalamata olives

1 cup chopped English cucumber (about 1/2 cucumber)

1/4 cup feta

1 tablespoon minced parsley pita chips (optional) crackers (optional)

To make dressing: In large bowl, whisk lemon juice, olive oil and oregano.

To make salad: In dressing bowl, add tuna, tomatoes, olives and cucumber. Gently toss to cover salad with dressing then top with feta and parsley. Serve with pita chips or crackers, if desired.

is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A., 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563. (630) 453-6925. 6706-180335 ADC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORA-

TION intercountyjudicialsales.com

I3216856

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPART-

MENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BMO HAR-

RIS BANK NA; Plaintiff, vs. YOLANDA

MARTINEZ; BMO HARRIS BANK NA;

UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD

CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 22 CH 7772

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS

HEREBY GIVEN that

ment 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 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650, Chicago, IL, 60602 (312) 541-9710. Please refer to file number 22 9505. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker

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. 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 312-346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 20-04885IL Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 13 CH 22269 TJSC#: 43-1430 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 # 13 CH 22269

I3218127

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.ROBERT HARRIS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., VILLAGE OF DOLTON, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, AMERICREDIT FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., MIDLAND FUNDING LLC, CITIFINANCIAL SERVICES, INC., LVNV FUNDING LLC, AMERICAN EXPRESS BANK, FSB, CITIBANK, N.A., COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, STATE OF ILLINOIS, MADISON MEADOWS HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION Defendants 16 CH 11873 1500 TEARLE COURT FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422

sentation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact

The sales clerk, LOGS Legal Group LLP

Plaintiff's Attorneys, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL, 60015 (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm.. Please refer to file number 16-080366. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION 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. LOGS Legal Group LLP 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A., 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563. (630) 453-6925. 6180-186562

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com

I3216877

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPART-

MENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR GS MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES TRUST 2021-RPL1 Plaintiff, -v.- FELICIA L. NEUSTADTER, NCEP, LLC Defendants 2022 CH 04612 129 PEACH STREET PARK FOREST, IL 60466 NOTICE OF

SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY

GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 27, 2023, an agent

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 31, 2020, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 23, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1500 TEARLE COURT, FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422 Property Index No. 31-11-300-010 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $554,525.76. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any repre-

judgment