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New state laws taking effect Jan. 1 Report: Illinois’ educator workforce weathered Minimum wage hike, pets in public housing among newremain changes pandemic, but persistent issues Continued from page 1

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BY PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com

Shortages still exist in select regions, teaching specialties

SPRINGFIELD – Minimum 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.

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

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BY PETER HANCOCK Holmes, D-Aurora,ADAMS and Rep. Steph& ANDREW anieCAPITOL Kifowit, D-Oswego.

It provides NEWS ILLINOIS thatNEWS@CAPITOLNEWSILLINOIS.COM tenants of multifamily housing units that are acquired, built or renSPRINGFIELD – The supply of education professionals continues ovated with money from the Illinois to improve in Illinois despite strains brought on by the COVID-19 panAffordable Housing Trust Fund persistent issues maydemic, keep upbut to two cats or one dog remain in certain regions of the state and within some teaching fields. weighing less than 50 pounds.

That’s the conclusion It applies to residents of housingof a new report by the education advocacy group Advance Illinois, which was instrumental in the 2017 passage of units that are designated as affordthe state’s Evidence-Based Funding formula that overhauled the way able housing for low- and very-lowstate funds public education income families. The bill passed “This is really critical for children,” Advance Illinois president both chambers in itssaid finalinform on Robin Steans an interview for the Capitol Cast podcast. “There’s Mayliterally 30 and Gov. JB Pritzker signed nothing more important that we do as a state than to make sure it into law Aug. got 6. effective teachers in every classroom, in front of every that we’ve Other laws include: child.new And if we get that wrong, if there are gaps, if there is turn, if there Vehicle taxes: all SB58 pri- negatively affect kids.” is attrition, of raises thosethe things, vate vehicle tax, which is a sales tax Even before the pandemic, Illinois was experiencing shortages of paidteachers, on the purchase of vehicles,and by paraprofessionals, although the shortages administrators evenly $75weren’t for each distributed model year where theacross the state or across all teaching areas.

Then,price as schools closed during the pandemic and later went to hybrid purchase is less than $15,000 of vehicles remotepriced and classroom teaching, there were concerns that andsystems by $100 for even educators above thatmore amount.

However,would the opt to leave the profession altogether.

However, the Advance registration fee for trailers weighingIllinois report suggests the post-pandemic remains lessworkforce than 3,000 pounds willlargely drop tointact.

positions and paraprofessional positions.

The report also suggests that since the pandemic, districts have had particular trouble finding enough substitute teachers and paraprofessionals.

“I think that tracks with some of what we’re seeing in other sectors of the economy,” Steans said. “I think the people who are more on the minimum wage end of the spectrum, that’s just been more of a crunch.

And I think part of the response to that is going to need to be to increase compensation and other kinds of work-related benefits.”

$36 instead of $118.

It shows the number of teachers, assistant principals and paraproCollege admissions: HB226, The report notes that during the pandemic, schools in Illinois benfessionals working in Illinois schools has been growing steadily since establishing the Higher Education efited greatly from federal disaster relief money, known as Elementary well before the pandemic and is now at its highest level in the past Fairdecade.

Admissions prohibits and Secondary School Emergency Relief funds, or ESSER. AndAct, that growth has been seen in all regions of the state and public colleges and universities According to ISBE, Illinois schools have received nearly $8 billion across districts of different funding levels. from requiring applicants to submit in ESSER funds since the pandemic began, and more than a third of That finding is also reflected in the most recent state report card SAT,from ACTthe or other standardized testof Education, which shows the statewide that money – $1.7 billion – was used to fund salaries. But those funds Illinois State Board are scheduled to expire next year, which means school districts will scores as partstudent-teacher of the admissions ratio pro- was 17:1 at the elementary level, a 10.6 average face some difficult budget decisions if they want to maintain all of the cess,percent althoughimprovement prospective students from five years ago. At the high school level, the positions they currently fund. ratio ifwas maystudent-teacher choose to submit them they18:1, an 8.4 percent improvement from 5 Steans said she believes schools should be able to absorb the loss years ago. wish.

Teachers alsorequires increasingly don’t look like the students they teach. of that federal funding as long as the state continues to fully fund the Drug prices: SB1682 Evidence-Based Funding formula, the 2017 law that calls for $350 milFifteen years there pharmacies to postago, a notice in-was a 31 percentage point gap between the lion in additional school funding each year, with the bulk of that money percentage of white teachers compared to the percentage of white forming consumers that they may going to the least-funded districts. students.

Last year, that number had risen to a 35-point gap, meaning request current pharmacy retail “It’s really hard for me to believe that all of those dollars are going to that the state’s student population is diversifying at a faster rate than prices at the point of sale. go away, and we’re not going to see some contraction,”Steans said. But the teacher workforce.

FOID card changes: HB562 enit’s possible that will be minimal. I think we’re really just going to have acts several changes to the Firearm to wait and see.”

Owner Identification card law.

Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, said Advance Illinois’ reAmong other things, it provides for search is a tool for lawmakers and the organization often acts a streamlined renewal process for as a go-to think tank on education issues for policymakers.

FOID cards and Concealed Carry “It really does provide us with the fodder of data so that we can see a real picture of what’s going on post-policy,” she Licenses for people who voluntarily said. “We pass a law, they look at it. We pass a law, they look submit fingerprint records. It also at it. To me as a lawmaker, that’s critical.” allows the Illinois State Police to Ammons was in Chicago on Thursday to speak at the issue a combined FOID card and eventIllinois for the nonprofit’s newsigned report at than a banquet sponConcealed Carry License to qualiGov. JB Pritzker is shown here earlier this year in alaunch Capitol News file photo.

The governor more sored by the City Club of Chicago, which regularly attracts 300 bills that become law on Jan. 1. (Capitol News Illinois file photo) fied applicants, and it establishes a prominent policy advocates and business leaders. new Violent Crime Intelligence Task Thursday’s event drew anStates. influential mix of government United In June, President Joe its public health authorities from to the appropriate school support Force to take enforcement action officials, including several members of the Pritzker adminisBiden also signed a bill designating regulating or shutting down lemonpersonnel. against people with revoked FOID tration, four state lawmakers and former Senate President John ade stands or similar operations that Juneteenth as a federal holiday.

Official flags: HB605 requires cards.

Cullerton – who now sits on Advance Illinois’ board of directors. are operated byInchildren under the state agencies and institutions to Student mental health: HB576 a panel discussion between Ammons, ISBE Chief of Staff Capitol NewsofIllinois is a Briana Morales, Known asPatterson “Hayli’s Law,and ” 2023 purchase Illinois and American flags age of 16.Kimako and SB1577 allow students in IlliTeacher the Year This, according to Advance Illinois, can have detrimental effects – nonprofit, nonpartisan news it was inspired by 12-year-old Hayli that are made in the United States. noisacademic up to five excused absences to the three focused on inequities as a driving force for reform. and otherwise – on students of color. covering state government Martinez, whose lemonade standabout in service Hair and styles: SB817 prohibits attend toBut theirthose mental orstatewide behavioral averages “When we talk a teacher shortage, we’re talking about are they may not reflect condiand distributed more than 400 Kankakee shut down by local health without a medical anwas equity issue…,” Patterson said. “It istoimperative that we contintions in allproviding classrooms and in alldiscrimination subject areas.in schools against newspapers officials.ue to focus the support where individuals on the grounds note. Those students will be Advance given it’sstatewide. needed.It is funded According to the Illinois report, nearly halfofof all school primarily by the Illinois Press Juneteenth:Ammons HB3922 recognizwearing natural ethnic hairstyles, later echoed that sentiment, saying that paraan opportunity make up any having districts into Illinois reported at least oneorteacher vacancy during professional workforce development are imFoundation and the Robert R. es in June 19, or “Juneteenth,and ” as anprincipal include dreadlocks, braids, work they missed during the year, first withwhich the 2022-2023 school the most acute shortages occurring portant when considering how to address educational McCormick Foundation. official state holidaytopics that commemandand afros. urban and remote districts.twists Urban remote rural districts also absence and, after using arural second inequity. hadhealth the highest concentrations of Lemonade vacant special teacherorates the end of slavery in the stands:education SB119 prohibmental day, may be referred www.citizennewspapergroup.com

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Boston University Names Melissa L. Gilliam 11th President be familiar territory for Gilliam. She graduated from BOSTON, PRNewswire -- Boston University Harvard Medical School, and for one of her summer announced today that Melissa L. Gilliam, the execprojects there, she collaborated with BU School of utive vice president and provost of The Ohio State Public Health researchers, joining them in Ecuador University, and a distinguished educator, scholar, on a project aimed at understanding the health of research scientist, and physician, will be Boston elderly people.

University’s 11th president. She will assume the “I’m really excited about how engaged Boston post on July 1, 2024.

University is in the city and how engagement has A national leader in faculty recruitment and been a hallmark of BU,” says Dr. Gilliam. “I’m looking student success and a champion of diversity and forward to hearing from people, learning and inclusion, Gilliam is also a professor of listening. I lead by listening, collaborating, obstetrics and gynecology and pediand empowering other people. That is the atrics whose scholarship focuses on best way to run big organizations, to get developing interventions to promote everyone excited and engaged and emadolescent health and well-being.

Beyond her background in science and powered and doing more than they think medicine, Gilliam, who studied English they’re capable of doing. This philosophy Literature at Yale and philosophy and is core to shared governance, an essential politics at Oxford, says she was raised to component of a thriving university.” embrace the societal importance of arts Gilliam succeeds Robert A. Brown, and culture. Her late father, Sam Gilliam, who served as BU’s 10th president was a pioneering abstract painter who from 2005 until stepping down over was known for a career of continuous the summer. His 18-year tenure saw experimentation and innovation. And her BU quadruple its endowment, open its mother, Dorothy Gilliam, was a trailblazdoors to a more diverse student body, and establish itself as a leading private ing journalist and the first Black female urban research institution and a global reporter hired by the Washington Post. Her leader in fighting infectious diseases. parents instilled in her an intellectual curiKenneth Freeman, BU president ad osity and a firm belief in the importance of interim since Brown’s departure, will civic engagement and public service.

Melissa L. Gilliam. Boston University remain in the post until Gilliam begins Boston, and Boston University, will

in July and will help her transition into the role during the spring.

Her appointment caps a search that lasted more than a year and yielded close to 400 potential candidates from around the world. Hundreds of students, faculty, staff, and alumni participated in the process by sharing the characteristics and qualifications they hoped to see in their next president, input that helped shape a presidential profile and guided the work of the 16-person Presidential Search Committee. BU’s Board of Trustees voted on Wednesday to confirm Gilliam’s appointment.

“It is a testament to Boston University’s accomplishments and momentum that we were able to attract candidates who were so highly qualified and with such enormous capability,” says Ahmass Fakahany, chair of the BU Board of Trustees. “We are at an incredible juncture, and we’ve earned the right to dream big and to fulfill the potential of this University. Hiring Dr. Melissa Gilliam is a tremendous step in that direction.”

Founded in 1839, Boston University is an internationally recognized institution of higher education and research. With nearly 37,000 students, it is one of the largest private residential universities in the United States. BU consists of 17 schools and colleges, along with the Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences and a number of multi-disciplinary centers and institutes integral to the University’s research and teaching mission. In 2012, BU joined the Association of American Universities (AAU), a consortium of leading research universities in the United States and Canada.

Clark Atlanta University’s Executive Leadership Institute Continues To Shape The Future Of HBCUs this legacy, preserving and strengthening HBCUs as hubs of ATLANTA, PRNewswire -- The HBCU Executive Lead- riences: education, opportunity, and uplift in the communities they “You will quickly find yourself in a professionally ership Institute (HBCU ELI) at Clark Atlanta University is serve. In the backdrop of ELI’s mission, the recent Supreme now accepting applications for its 2024 Community Fellows. supportive space to explore and advance your leadership attributes such as crisis management, institutional advance- Court ruling that has ended affirmative action practices in Aspiring leaders with a passion for shaping the future of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are ment, and board governance, while also acquiring a keen un- higher education has raised concerns about its potential encouraged to apply online. derstanding of how these multifaceted aspects of leadership impact on Black students’ access to quality education. As a HBCU ELI stands as a pioneering initiative, committed can be successfully navigated as an HBCU President.” – Dr. result, the need to strengthen HBCU leadership is now more to nurturing and empowering the next generation of legacy Ann Lampkin-Williams, University of Michigan, Dearborn. critical than ever.

ELI equips high-potential leaders with tools and leaders for over 100 Historically Black Colleges and Universi“The ELI program has challenged me to become a better ties. Thanks to generous support from a network of philan- leader and helped me better understand board governance strategies that support the education and business thropic partners, the program seeks to identify and develop and relationship issues.” – Dr. Rochelle Ford, Elon University. goals of more than 100 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Through ELI, the ability of HBCUs Leading figures in HBCU education emphasize the the most qualified candidates to fill vital HBCU presidencies to survive and thrive is improved. In addition to grantand other executive leadership positions. Since 2021, more importance of programs like HBCU ELI: “America needs the human and financial capital that than 85 fellows have participated in the program. ing thousands of degrees each year, HBCUs also boast ELI’s competency-based curriculum immerses fellows HBCUs have produced for nearly two centuries. Our HBCUs illustrious alumni like Martin Luther King, Jr., Oprah in the art and science of effectively leading an HBCU. From need talented, visionary institutional leaders who have Winfrey, and Vice President Kamala Harris, among othintegrity, competence, and imagination to sustain that operations and budgeting to academics, fundraising, deers. For program updates and to apply for the inaugural velopment, board governance, and the pursuit of racial and amazing track record of excellence.” — Dr. Robert M. Frank- cohort, visit here. Join the conversation on social media social justice, ELI covers every aspect of HBCU leadership. lin, President Emeritus of Morehouse College and HBCU ELI @hbcueli; #hbcueli.

Established in 1988 by the historic consolidation of The 2024 community of fellows will be comprised of deans, Seminar Speaker. vice presidents, and provosts, as well as higher education/ “The ELI is expanding and accelerating that pipeline by Atlanta University (1865) and Clark College (1869). Clark Atlanta University continues a 150-year legacy rooted in corporate executives. offering a high-impact leadership formation experience— Now its third year– and led by an esteemed group of rich in theory and practice—that is provided by an impres- African-American tradition and focused on the future.

Through global innovation, transformative educational HBCU veterans – ELI is committed to preparing cohort sive ensemble of experienced mentors. I much enjoyed experiences, and high-value engagement. CAU cultivates members to become visionary leaders who are equipped to participating in the development of these new leaders and address the ever-changing landscape of higher education. engaging with them in a stimulating exchange.” — President lifted lives that transform the world. Notable alumni include: James Weldon Johnson; American civil rights Click here to review the program timeline as well as fellows’ Reynold Verret, Xavier University. expectations and commitments.

HBCU ELI launched in April 2021, boasting a roster with activist, poet, and songwriter Lift Every Voice and Sing “The Black National Anthem”; Ralph David Abernathy “Today, more than ever, we recognize the critical need 58% women, making it the nation’s most diverse cohort of Sr., American civil rights activist; Congressman Hank for nurturing the next generation of HBCU leaders with a future HBCU leaders. The program receives support from competency-based curriculum that is also culturally sensi- the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Charles Stewart Mott Foun- Johnson, Georgia District 4; Kenya Barris, American tive,” said Dr. Phyllis Worthy Dawkins, Executive Director dation, ECMC Foundation, Microsoft, The Rich Foundation, award-winning television and movie producer; Kenny Leon, Tony Award-winning Broadway Director; Jacque of the HBCU Executive Leadership Institute. “ELI is not Inc., Toyota, and the United Methodist Church, to name a Reid, Emmy Award-winning Television Personality your typical leadership program; every module is curated few. to develop an ecosystem of leaders who deeply understand Before the Civil Rights movement, HBCUs were the bea- and Journalist; Brandon Thompson, Vice President of the unique cultural and historical significance of HBCUs. We con of hope for Black Americans seeking a college education. Diversity and Inclusion for NASCAR; Valeisha Butterwelcome diverse professionals to apply and look forward to These institutions played a pivotal role in empowering Black field Jones, Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer at the embarking on a transformative journey together.” individuals to pursue professional careers, earn graduate de- Recording Academy. To learn more about Clark Atlanta Previous ELI fellows have shared their invaluable expe- grees, and advance their education. ELI continues to honor University, visit www.cau.edu.

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MIAMI HAS A WONDERFUL NEW WAY TO CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS

Unlock a Sun-Filled Winter on the Red Sea Shores at

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more to keep younger guests engaged while their SHARM EL SHEIKH, Egypt, PRNewswire -parents sneak off for well-deserved alone time of Bathed in warmth and sunshine, and bidding the cold and snow adieu, Four Seasons Resort Sharm their own.

The Spa and Wellness offers 13 treatment El Sheikh is the ideal beach getaway this winter. rooms including two open-air Spa cabanas surOccupying a picturesque, sun-drenched location rounded by sights and sounds of the sea. A perfect and cascading down a hillside to a one-kilometre setting for rejuvenating seaside yoga sessions, lap stretch of private beachfront along the Red Sea, amenities vary from palm-fringed swimming pools swimming in the Spa pool, and indulging in the and ancient Egyptian inspired Spa rituals to twelve latest wellness innovations and rituals such as the signature Egyptian Masterpiece inspired by andining destinations celebrating cuisines from cient healing traditions, once reserved for royalty. all over the world in the most prominent luxury A Diverse Dining Destination address in the destination for families, couples and With five new concepts for a staggering total solo travellers alike. of 12 restaurants and bars, Four Seasons Resort Luxury on Land, Adventure at Sea The Egyptian-inspired sanctuary offers a wide Sharm El Sheikh sets quite a table for romantic and family-friendly dining. Italian, Middle Eastern, range of luxury accommodations facing the Red Sea, from spacious Premier guest rooms to palatial Latin American, and Japanese are all on the menu, Signature Suites with a choice of modern design or and dietary restrictions and preferences, including traditional Arabian décor. Many suites have private kids’ specialties, are graciously accommodated. heated pools, such as the two-bedroom Imperial The newest dining experience, Bullona, serves Suite with Pool offering grand living and dining Mediterranean-inspired seafood with artful dishes areas that flow outdoors to a poolside terrace. crafted to mirror the restaurant’s namesake in Sun-seekers can expect warm weather Milan. Zitouni is a lively destination for Lebanese year-round and throughout winter, with local delicacies to satiate all appetites, including a wide temperatures reaching an average of 22 degrees selection of hot and cold mezzes. And Breeze beach (71 Fahrenheit) in January, perfect for relaxation bar beckons with a toes-in-the-sand setting for at any of four heated pools surrounded by palms, decked out with shaded cabanas, and catered with light snacks, fresh fruit infusions, and signature cocktails. coastal-inspired menus.

For an authentic dining experience, a Bedouin The Resort’s onsite Dive Centre is regionally renowned for water sports and adventure, guided spread offers traditional Egyptian cuisine comby an experienced team ready to outfit guests with bined with soul-stirring entertainment incorporating music, fire, belly dancing, and camel rides on stand-up paddle boards, kayaks, banana boards, the beach. parasails and more. A fleet of private yachts and The desert-meet-sea oasis also offers easy rigid inflatable boats is available to transport guests proximity to local attractions. Spirited guests can across the crystal clear, warm waters of the Red travel beyond the Resort to indulge in pulse-quickSea, where no less than 76 dive sites, including impressive WWII shipwrecks, lie within an hour’s ening desert adventures, from Bedouin-style camel riding to quad biking over dunes through the specride from shore. Two House Reefs are home to tacular hills and mountains of Sharm El Sheikh. For a stunning collection of coral swimming with colourful sea life where one can enjoy snorkelling or a serene experience, guests can dip into the Red Sea’s jewel of the crown, Ras Mohamed National deeper dives with expert instructors.

Park, home to sandy beaches embraced by desert An Oasis of Relaxation Shaded by more than 3,000 Royal Palm trees, dunes, the most spectacular underwater ecosystems and diversified birdlife. Further out are guided the luxurious oasis between the desert and the reef offers a wealth of activities on dry land as well. climbs rewarded by the beauty of sunrise over the Racquet sports aficionados can play on one of four shining Red Sea from the summit of Mount Moses at St. Catherine Monastery, a UNESCO World tennis courts, an indoor squash court or a beachfront volleyball court, with arranged tournaments Heritage Site.

Embrace the warmth of winter at Four Seafor group play and soft lush gardens to cushion swan dives. The Resort’s Kids For All Season club is sons Resort Sharm El Sheikh, visit us online or a popular spot for children aged 4 to 12, unfolding e-mail reservations.sha@fourseasons.com. with arts and crafts, swimming, treasure hunts and

MIAMI, PRNewswire -- The Holidays in Miami will dazzle more than ever with Christmas Wonderland, a brand new, one-of-a-kind holiday experience that has all the beloved traditional way to celebrate, as well as cutting-edge elements and only in Miami-Dade County moments. It’s filled with family-focused holiday festivities, carnival attractions, cultural delights, spectacular lighting and live shows, and an inclusive celebration of our vibrant and diverse community.

Upon arrival, guests will venture into a captivating 3D dome and be transported into a holiday spectacular, savor delectable delights, see breathtaking live performances, be immersed in a world of wonder within interactive zones, indulge in thrilling games and exhilarating rides, and embrace an abundance of picture-perfect moments, all sure to delight.

“As a global city, it was time for Miami to have a world-class Holiday destination and Christmas Wonderland is the pinnacle of holiday experiences – all in one place,’ said Tony Albelo, CEO, EngageLive! “Guests will enjoy a unique combination of the expected and the very unexpected, with holiday traditions and innovative, contemporary elements including highlighting the diversity of Miami-Dade County in a dynamic and remarkable way.”

The centerpiece of Christmas Wonderland is Tinsel Trail, with half a mile of holiday displays, light shows, and immersive experiences. Guests will encounter six unique worlds as they walk through the park, each with its own theme, sights, sounds, and activities. They are: HoliDade, a celebration of Miami-Dade County’s diversity, people, culture, and neighborhoods with more than a dozen Instagram’able spots with exhibits by award-winning designer and creator of the Museum of Ice Cream, Moyano Productions.

SweetStreet, the popular board game, comes to life through a whimsical explosion of color, candy, cookies, and sweets. Grab something warm at Mrs. Claus’ Bake Shop or make your own gingerbread creation at Ginny’s Gingerbread Lab. ToyTown, where everyone gets to be a kid again with the Elf Brigade and larger-than-life toys. Children can enjoy kid-sized rides and build their own ornaments at Pinky’s Ornament Workshop.

Arctic Delight, enter through a wall of snow and enjoy the sensation of winter.

Adults can enjoy the Ice Bar for a cold refreshment as kids explore displays and activities.

Town Square a throwback to holiday classics with Tony’s Tree Lot, a classic Christmas truck, the hometown feel of Main Street and fireside Storytime with Mrs. Claus for kids.

Santa’s Village. Check out the reindeer at the stables, see what the elves are up to, and make sure to visit the Big Guy himself and grab a commemorative Santa photo, a must!

Once an hour, the entire Trail goes dark and syncs up for an incredible light show encompassing all six worlds. Light Up the Night is a spectacular combination of lights and music that fills the entire park uniting all visitors through one simultaneous shared experience.

The action continues at Christmas Wonderland’s Magnificent Midway -- a collection of the country’s top carnival rides and games. Featuring over 50 carnival rides, including three roller coasters and the largest traveling Ferris wheel in North America, the iconic “Eye in the Sky,” which towers at over 150 feet and allows guests to see for miles at this Christmas Wonderland exclusive. Completing the midway experience, a plethora of delicious carnival food, an array of local food trucks and vendors. Nestled within the Magnificent Midway is a first-in Miami experience, the IG’loo 360-Dome. The 3D-mapped immersive adventure will surround you with sights and sounds for the ride of your life.

Join us for Holiday Hijinx as this unlikely pair of friends thrills the audience with holiday-themed antics and aerial feats. Our Sugarplum Princess dangles 40 feet in the air as she masterfully maneuvers herself through the air. You’ll be on the edge of your seat as she defies gravity and physics. To settle you down, her best-bud, the Elf Who Fell off the Shelf, will lighten the mood with his acrobatics and comedy. But he has a big, giant surprise ending … his triple somersault. Will he land it this time? (Daily Shows at 6:30pm) Don’t miss our world-class troupe of artists, WonderCirque, as they perform cirque-style acts using their bodies, hoops, balance boards, and swords. Swords?

Yes, real sharp and long swords! You don’t want to miss WonderCirque! (Daily Shows at 8:30pm) The Christmas Ball of Thrills! is our giant steel Christmas ball, but it is not for hanging on a tree. It was built for THRILLS! Our death-defying motorcycle riders will risk life and limb as they race inside the giant ball, crisscrossing and missing each other my mere inches. Why do they even do this? We don’t care. It’s the most thrilling Christmas Ball ever! (Daily Shows at 7:30pm and 9:30pm) Christmas Wonderland will be open Thursday, November 16, 2023, through Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Tropical Park, 7900 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33155.

Online ticket pricing starts at $29 for children 3 to 10, adults at $39 for ages 11 and up, and free admission for infants 2 and under. Prices do not include taxes and fees. Free parking on the property with complimentary shuttles. For tickets and more information, please visit: https://miamiwonderland.com/

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Hyde Park Art Center announces programs for Candace Hunter’s largest solo exhibition The Alien Nations and Sovereign States of Octavia E Butler CHICAGO (October 13, 2023)— Hyde Park Art Center, the renowned non‐profit hub for contemporary art located on Chicago’s vibrant South Side, announces programs for Chicago‐based artist Candace Hunter’s largest solo exhibition to date, including activations for Women’s History Month and Martin Luther King Jr. Day. With reading circles, writing workshops, and concerts, exhibition programming will explore the ideas of speculative fiction author Octavia E Butler (1947‐2006), whose works serve as inspiration to Hunter’s most immersive exhibition to date. In The Alien‐Nations and Sovereign States of Octavia E Butler, Hunter presents a series of assemblage‐based works, installations, video, and sound works that illustrate the meticulously constructed worlds Butler imagined in her novels, examining their significance for Black bodies and future societies. Candace Hunter: The Alien‐Nations and Sovereign States of Octavia E Butler will be on view from November 11, 2023 to March 3, 2024. The exhibition is co‐curated by the Art Center’s Public Programs Manager Ciera Alyse McKissick and Director of Exhibition & Residency Programs Allison Peters Quinn.

In The Alien‐Nations and Sovereign States of Octavia E Butler, Hunter presents new works created with synthetic plants, remnants of a sustainable food experiment, a reading nook, and painted doors as imagined portals to other worlds to create what she describes as an “alien lush space.” The exhibition addresses the concepts of nationhood. Hunter poses questions about who is other, and in what situations do we see people as other to ourselves? How do we

become universal?

A highlight of the exhibition is the installation Lilith’s Journey, inspired by Butler’s Xenogenesis Trilogy (Lilith’s Brood), which features a sequence of female silhouettes interspersed with full-length distorting mirrors. The figure represents the matriarch and Lilith’s ability to lead and grow a new civilization, while the mirrors explore the relationship between the gaze and creating feelings of otherness.

Comparing the Parable of the Sower to the Trump era and using Xenogenesis Trilogy (Lilith’s Brood) to explore what “alien” worlds might exist beyond America and its race relations today, Hunter’s exhibition creates a speculative space where multiple generations come together to envision a better future.

Candace Hunter says, “I’ve been working with Butler’s content for over a decade. I was drawn to Butler’s work because she was a Black girl in literature creating worlds that were fantastical. It was a world you could find for yourself or create. You could just think of something, and it is. That was my first understanding of conceptual art: I can just make it, and it is.”

In response to the Black Lives Matter movement, when the phrase “I can’t breathe” became prevalent in the fight for justice for Black lives, Hunter believes that “the future is breath,” a sign of life and growth.

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worlds and their resemblance to our own. The neon words serve as a reminder to visitors of Afrofuturism’s dependence on the preservation and elevation of Black bodies and voices in the present.

Rooted in her identification as a Black woman and spanning over two decades, Hunter’s work has explored the crises she predicts will impact twenty‐first century society at large, from capitalism and climate change to food justice, humanism, and the politics of water. In Butler’s novels, the Black female heroes navigate an earth devastated by climate catastrophe and war to lead survivors to a new world ‐ either on this planet or the next planet.

RELATED PROGRAMS Fall Center Days Saturday December 9, 1-4PM, Free Fall Center Days at the Hyde Park Art Center celebrates the opening of Candace Hunter: The Alien‐Nations and Sovereign States of Octavia E. Butler with exhibition viewing and related art-making activities, in addition to an Afrofuturism and science fiction popup book shop with local Black women-owned bookstore, Semicolon Bookstore & Gallery. Offered quarterly, Center Days activate the entire building with intergenerational art-making activities, artist workshops, artist talks, open studios, and community collaborations.

Catwalk Concert: Brown Girl Magic Thursday, December 14, 6-8PM, Free Inspired by Candace Hunter: The Alien‐Nations and Sovereign States of Octavia E Butler, the Hyde Park Art Center’s final Catwalk Concert of the

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Castro NYC, a Testament to Timeless Artistry and Fine Jewelry Innovation, Relaunches Under Sir King Castro New York, NY -- Castro NYC is set to embark on an exhilarating new chapter under the stewardship of Sir King Castro, child of the legendary jewelry designer Terry Castro. The relaunch promises to bring forth a fusion of Terry’s unmatched creative legacy and Sir King Castro’s fresh perspective, culminating in a collection of awe-inspiring pieces that redefine the boundaries of wearable art.

Terry Castro’s journey as a jewelry designer was marked by an unwavering passion for crafting pieces that transcend conventional artistry. His creations, distinguished by a liberal use of opulent gemstones and intricate hand-details, tell unique stories that captivate hearts and minds. Drawing inspiration from a diverse array of global cultures and personal experiences, Castro’s designs evoke a sense of wonder, leaving an indelible mark.

Castro understood that jewelry is more than an accessory; it is an embodiment of emotions, a testament to the power of craftsmanship, and a celebration of life’s cherished moments. This insight propelled him to immerse himself in gemology, metalworking, and design, allowing his talent to blossom and earning him accolades from the industry.

A rising star, Terry’s commitment to excellence and passion for pushing the boundaries of design attracted a devoted clientele, ranging from influential personalities to discerning connoisseurs of fine art. Each creation bearing the Castro name became a coveted treasure, sought after by those yearning to wear artful jewels.

Sir King Castro, the torchbearer of Castro NYC, has embarked on a mission to share their father’s story and carry forward the legacy of the iconic brand. Born and raised in the world of jewelry, Sir King represented Castro at Castro NYC the prestigious Sotheby’s Black and Brilliant event in London in 2021, marking the beginning of their journey to preserve and celebrate Castro’s artistic vision.

Sir King’s journey is deeply rooted in the world of jewelry.

Growing up, they split their time between Ohio and New York City, immersing themselves in the artistry of their father, often assisting with street-side jewelry sales in SoHo and making small repairs in Castro’s Harlem studio. This hands-on experience led to a profound understanding of the craft.

After attending the Toledo School for the Arts in Ohio and then the Chicago College of Performing Arts pursuing a BFA in theatre, Sir King’s artistic journey took a transformative turn. In 2016, Castro relocated to Istanbul, Turkey, and his work began to reach new heights.

Sir King soon followed suit, at the behest of their father, to join Castro in Istanbul as his apprentice. Dropping out of college in 2019, Sir King made the move to Istanbul to learn under their father. There, Sir King was taught the tightly held secrets which give Castro’s jewels their signature look. In the workshops of Istanbul, they diligently observed Castro and Old-World jewelry masters fully immersed in the craft.

Tragically, Castro passed away unexpectedly in 2022, leaving behind a thriving brand. Sir King, driven by a passion to share their father’s story and continue his artistic legacy, relocated to New York City eight months later. For clients, Castro NYC is opening its archives for Terry’s one-of-a-kind designs, allowing production for those seeking a unique Castro NYC heirloom.

Sir King Castro is on a mission to share their father’s inspirational story with the world, carrying forward the legacy of Castro NYC. They have re-established working relationships with the brand’s master jewelry workshops in Istanbul, where the intricate craftsmanship that defined Terry’s creations will continue to flourish. While there are sketches and ideas that have yet to be brought to life, Sir King acknowledges the importance of taking the time to honor their father’s legacy properly.

“We are a small family business, and I want to keep it that way, “ they add.

To learn more about Castro NYC, visit https://www.castronyc. com/.

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Building on its extensive expertise making iconic shoes, FCTRY LAb successfully launched and sold-out its debut shoe the Knight RNR earlier this year and has launched the FCTRY MOCC. This will be followed by its third shoe the STMPR later in Q4.

FCTRY LAb is BIPOC owned, and aspires to celebrate and integrate the richness of diverse cultures in its creations.

Tan MOCC: On a Soviet-era train bogie in Uzbekistan Background shot by: Abhi Som - Post-production by: FCTRY LAb “The FCTRY MOCC represents a blend of timeless cultural influences and cutting-edge technology,” said Omar Bailey, co-founder of FCTRY LAb. “Inspired by the intricate beauty of the Juti from Rajasthan and the rich traditions of Native American cultures, we’ve reimagined footwear in a way that combines comfort and style. My journey from rural India to the Yeezy team in Cody, Wyoming, played a pivotal role in shaping this innovative concept.”

The FCTRY MOCC a mono-material product, boasts a removable soft sole with an open design combining comfort and breathability. The recycled suede-microfiber tie running through the shoe reflects traditional threading practices of indigenous North American cultures.

FCTRY LAb also took an unconventional approach to the photography and visual documentation of the shoe. “Being bored of traditional product photography we decided to go a little crazy” said Abhi Som, co-founder of FCTRY LAb. “We

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hired friends who had shot several Time Magazine covers, specializing in war and disaster. With no product photography experience, we sent them to remote Trans-Himalayan landscapes, rainforests in Goa, the Thar Desert and ancient cities in Uzbekistan.” Combining these alien landscapes with giant shoes in post-production FCTRY LAb has shaken up the norm. Some of these photos are included in this release.

Co-Founded by Omar Bailey (Former Head of the Yeezy-Adidas Innovation Lab) and Abhi Som (Former Finance Professional), FCTRY LAb’s mission is to help creators and brands of all sizes to make shoes in America. In addition to its own shoes, FCTRY LAb has also created shoes this year with top design and brand partners and a reigning Super-Bowl winner. FCTRY LAb is a high-tech footwear innovation facility based in Los Angeles.

FCTRY LAb’s ability to design, prototype and create footwear, shrinks new product development to 1-3 months instead of 8-12 months. The innovation lab is a bridge between product creation and largescale manufacturing.

FCTRY LAb is funded by a diverse group of venture capital firms, top professional athletes and angel investors. Investors include the Co-Founder of Tinder (via Time Zero Capital), Co-Founder of WeWork, the West Coast Head of Warburg Pincus and a consortium of NBA & NFL stars via Chicago based Aurelien Capital. Venture capital investment was led by the LA-based, Pay-Pal backed Slauson & Co, with additional investment from Relay Ventures, Elysian Ventures, Level One Fund and Fog City Capital.

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces an Additional $9 Billion in Approved Student Debt Relief The Biden-Harris administration announced that an additional 125,000 Americans have been approved for $9 billion in debt relief through fixes the U.S. Department of Education has made to income-driven repayment (IDR) and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and granting automatic relief for borrowers with total and permanent disabilities. Today’s announcement brings the total approved debt cancellation by the Biden-Harris Administration to $127 billion for nearly 3.6 million Americans The Biden-Harris Administration is announcing it has approved: $5.2 billion in additional debt relief for 53,000 borrowers under Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs.

Nearly $2.8 billion in new debt relief for nearly 51,000 borrowers through fixes to income-driven repayment plans. These are borrowers who have been in repayment for 20 or more years but never got the relief they were entitled to. $1.2 billion for nearly 22,000 borrowers who have a total or permanent disability and have been identified and approved for discharge through a data match with the Social Security Administration.

“For years, millions of eligible borrowers were unable to access the student debt relief they qualified for, but that’s all changed thanks to President Biden and this Administration’s relentless efforts to fix the broken student loan system,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. “The Biden-Harris administration’s laser-like focus on reducing red tape, addressing past administrative failures, and putting borrowers first have now resulted in a historic $127 billion in debt relief approved for nearly 3.6 million borrowers. Today’s announcement builds on everything our administration has already done to protect students from unaffordable debt, make repayment more affordable, and ensure that investments in higher education pay off for students and working families.”

The Biden-Harris administration has taken historic steps to reduce the burden of student debt and ensure that student loans are not a barrier to opportunity for students and families. The Administration earlier this

year launched the most affordable student loan repayment plan – SAVE – which makes many borrowers’ monthly payments as low as $0 and prevents balances from growing because of unpaid interest. The Administration secured the largest increase to Pell Grants in a decade, and finalized new rules to protect borrowers from career programs that leave graduates with unaffordable debts or insufficient earnings. And, in the wake of the Supreme Court decision on the Administration’s original student debt relief plan, President Biden announced his Administration was pursuing an alternative path to debt relief through negotiated rulemaking under the Higher Education Act. The Department of Education took an important step forward in the negotiated rulemaking last week – announcing individuals who will serve on the negotiating committee and releasing an issue paper to guide the first negotiation session. The paper asks the committee to consider how the Administration can help borrowers, including borrowers whose balances are greater than what they originally borrowed, who would be eligible for relief under existing repayment plans but have not applied, and who have experienced financial hardship on their loans that the current loan system doesn’t address.

To date, the Biden-Harris Administration has approved the following in debt cancellation: Nearly $42 billion for almost 855,000 borrowers who are eligible for forgiveness through income-driven repayment by fixing historical inaccuracies in the count of payments that qualify toward forgiveness; Almost $51 billion for 715,000 public servants through Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) programs, including the limited PSLF waiver and Temporary Expanded PSLF (TEPSLF); $11.7 billion for almost 513,000 borrowers with a total and permanent disability; an $22.5 billion for more than 1.3 million borrowers who were cheated by their schools, saw their institutions precipitously close, or are covered by related court settlements.

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HYDE PARK ART... Continued From Page 5 of world-building within Butler’s literary work and Hunter’s reimagining of spatial representation. The conversation will explore the legacy and impact of Butler on the Afrofuturism movement and speculative fiction as a literary genre. The title of the program, “The Future is Breath,” speaks to the current conversations surrounding the Black Lives Matter movement and highlights conceptual ideas relating to the future of Black people and their evolution in lieu of the grief surrounding Black death.

Past, Present, and Future Tense: An Octavia Butler Writing Workshop

Saturday, February 10, 12-3PM, Free The Hyde Park Art Center presents a writing workshop delving into the genres of Afrofuturism, speculative fiction, and science fiction, inspired by the work of Octavia Butler and current exhibition, Candace Hunter: The Alien‐Nations and Sovereign States of Octavia E. Butler. The workshop is free, open to all, and directed towards BIPOC women and teens.

Octavia Butler Read-a-thon Saturday, March 2, 12-3PM, Free This Women’s History Month, Hyde Park Art Center celebrates the books and author inspiring Candace Hunter’s current exhibition, The Alien‐ Nations and Sovereign States of Octavia E Butler. Visitors and community members are invited to a collective public reading of excerpts from Lilith’s Brood and Parable of the Sower, which celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2023.

Candace Hunter, Study for Lilith’s Journey, 2023, mixed media, dimensions variable. PHOTOGRAPHY BY TRAN TRAN

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Gov. Pritzker Highlights University of Chicago Banned Book Collection During Banned Books Week The University of Chicago Library’s banned book collection will soon be available to the public in person and digitally

CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker visited the University of Chicago Library to announce the University’s plan to build a collection of books that have been historically banned, creating an accessible library open to the public. The event takes place during National Banned Books Week, which took place October 1-7. The governor was joined by Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton and University of Chicago leadership.

“When we can engage with ideas that are new to us, challenge and be challenged by different perspectives, learn new things, understand all the amazing miracles and darkest hours of the world around us — we are all better off,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Today’s announcement not only means that any member of the public can come access commonly banned books here in person at UChicago — it also means that residents throughout Illinois can access these texts digitally. Even in the face of rising censorship around the country, I have faith in the power of free speech and free thinking to overcome. Through programming and protests and advocacy like this, Illinoisans demonstrate to the nation and the world what it really looks like to stand up for liberty.”

“Illinois continues to stand on the right side of history, refusing to censor educational and social reading material that celebrates our diversity and the richness of the human experience,” said Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton. “As we celebrate Banned Books Week, our administration is committed to protecting the voices and stories of those who have historically gone unheard and unseen.”

The event was held at the University of Chicago’s Regenstein Library and highlighted the value of intellectual freedom in Illinois and nationwide. Governor Pritzker

emphasized the importance of literary access and supporting library staff, who have been dealing with threats around the state.

With support from the American Library Association (ALA), the University of Chicago will be consolidating dozens of “banned books” for their new collection, which can be freely accessed by members of the public with a UChicago Library visitor pass.

The collection will be digitized and made available to those nationwide who lack local access to these titles, in partnership with the Digital Public Library of America (DPLA). The virtual “Banned Book Club” app uses geolocation services to determine book titles that have been banned in users’ areas. The UChicago Library and DPLA have already made over 900 titles accessible, and are consistently increasing the number of available titles on the app.

In June 2023, Governor Pritzker signed a bill making Illinois the first state to outlaw book bans, encouraging schools and libraries to embrace education, literary justice, and equity. HB2789, which takes effect January 1, 2024, protects libraries from external restrictions to book collections.

Governor Pritzker also included $1.6 million in the FY24 state budget to launch Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library statewide. This initiative includes a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age five, no matter a family’s income.

The Banned Book Collection at the Regenstein Library is currently available for access. The digital collection can be found on DPLA’s recently launched “Banned Books Club” on the Palace e-reader app.

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CITY CRUISES CHICAGO ANNOUNCES FALL DINING AND COCKTAIL MENUS Chicago, IL – City Cruises Chicago announced new fall dining and cocktail menus, embracing the flavors of autumn and winter with hearty dishes and regionally inspired recipes. Guests will enjoy new menus across City Cruises’ Signature, Premier, and Premier Plus offerings, all of which will run through the fall and winter seasons.

Each menu will promote a sense of place, drawing on local flavors and traditions. “Experiencing Chicago in a completely unique perspective such as ours is part of what makes our cruises so special, and we wanted to complement that experience with memorable dishes and cocktails inspired by the city,” said Chad Barth, City Cruises’ Vice President of Food & Beverage, who oversaw the creation of each menu in collaboration with the local team.

Highlights of the fall menus include a delicious Butternut Squash and Kale Salad (Red Oak Lettuce, Aged White Cheddar, Marcona Almonds, Maple Sherry Vinaigrette) and refreshing Honeycrisp Apple Salad (Mixed Greens, Candied Pecans, Crumbled Feta, Mandarin Orange Vinaigrette) to start.

Main courses feature a savory Buttermilk-Brined Chicken Breast (Mustard Glazed Marble Fingerlings, Marinated Artichokes, Brussels Sprouts, Apricot Preserves), tasty Potato Gnocchi with Tomato Ragu (Rosemary Whipped Ricotta, Fresh Herbs, Shaved Parmesan Reggiano), a flavorful Atlantic Striped Bass (Castelvetrano Olives, Braised Cannellini, Fennel, Fines Herb Vinaigrette) and

a luxurious Za’atar Flat Iron Steak (Tamari Marinade, Butternut Squash, Wild Mushroom Ragout, Balsamic Demi-Glace). Decadent dessert options include Spanish “Basque Style” Cheesecake (a Cheesecake Soufflé, with Macerated Blueberries, Chocolate Sauce, Vanilla Bean Sauce) and Chocolate Toffee Crunch Cake (Kahlúa, Chantilly Cream, Raspberries). Enhancements are available to the main course and appetizers, and dietary restrictions can be accompanied upon request.

The seasonal cocktail menu features city-inspired names like Chicago Sunset (New Amsterdam Pink Whitney Vodka, New Amsterdam Vodka, Lemon Sour, Strawberry Puree, Fresh Mint, Soda Water), A Day on Lake Michigan (Botanical Citrus Gin, Pamplemousse Liqueur, Yuzu Lemon Sour, Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic Water) and Making Waves (Camarena Siler Tequila, Cointreau Orange Liqueur, Mango Puree, Pressed Lime Juice, Habanero Bitters). There are also a selection of mocktails available aboard.

“We are thrilled to offer seasonal menus that are inspired by Chicago,” said Grace Fuller, General Manager. “Fall is a beautiful time to cruise, and thanks to our climate-controlled interiors, we can offer the unique experience of dining with a spectacular city skyline view all year long. We look forward to delighting our guests with these new flavors.”

City Cruises will also host specialty holiday cruises on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New

Year’s Eve. In addition to the regular menu items, Thanksgiving cruises will feature a traditional turkey dinner entree with classic accents like garlic mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce.

City Cruises’ menus are all available to view at CityCruises.com, where guests can also book fall and holiday cruises.

City Experiences represents Hornblower Group’s expansive portfolio of water- and landbased experience companies and includes two subbrands: City Cruises and City Ferry. City Cruises companies operate dining, sightseeing and private events across 22 destinations in the U.S., Canada and the UK. City Cruises companies also operate cruises on behalf of the National Park Service and the Niagara Parks Commission and currently hold service contracts to provide ferry service to the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, Alcatraz Island and Niagara Falls. City Ferry companies offer specialized knowledge and expertise required to transport passengers, vehicles and other cargo safely across inland and coastal waterways, serving as operator of NYC Ferry and Puerto Rico ferry system, among others. City Experiences’ portfolio of companies also offers a range of water- and land-based experiences including shore excursions, partner-offered experiences, multi-port packages, with companies including Venture Ashore, Walks and Devour Tours. For more information visit cityexperiences.com.

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“Women of the Jury” DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla., PRNewswire -- Maverick Entertainment proudly presents its latest cinematic endeavor, “Women of the Jury,” an intense courtroom drama that brings together a steely ensemble of actresses including Erica Pinkett, Drew Sidora, Alexis “Lexxy” Walker, and Angela “Blac Chyna” White.

This movie will be available exclusively on Peacock.

“Women of the Jury” thrusts its audience into the heart of a riveting trial where an Asian store owner is accused of murdering two black men. The responsibility of delivering a verdict falls onto twelve diverse women, each bringing her unique background and perspective to the jury box. The jurors find themselves embroiled in heated debates, forming unexpected al-

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BURRELL COMMUNICATIONS GROUP COLLABORATES WITH NOTED PRODUCER-DIRECTOR KENYA BARRIS IN HIS FIRST SERIES OF TV COMMERCIALS FOR TOYOTA’S FIRST EVER ‘GRAND HIGHLANDER’ CHICAGO, PRNewswire -- Burrell Communications Group, one of the nation’s largest multicultural marketing communications agencies, has announced yet another signature and groundbreaking national ad campaign supporting the launch of the first ever Toyota Grand Highlander.

Themed “Life’s Grander,” the campaign was conceived targeting families who realize that life isn’t always picture-perfect, but when at the wheel of a grander Toyota vehicle featuring more room, enhanced style and hybrid power, they can easily turn raucous family chaos and tension into fun and unforgettable memories.

The Burrell strategy team focused on many African American families’ traditional desire to be fully engaged at parenting as a means of countering negative stereotypes. That keen strategic insight was then leveraged to grant Black families permission to be their authentic selves in, and throughout the new campaign.

The agency created two broadcast TV spots for Life’s Grander: “Back There” and “HBCU Tour,” along with a series of short digital commercials. “Back There” humorously visits the all too familiar ah-hah! moment when a mom interrupts the backseat bedlam and tells her kids, “Don’t make me come back there!” In a similar spirit, “HBCU Tour” introduces two proud parents engaged in a verbal tug-of-war to influence which Historically Black College or University (HBCU) their son will choose after campus visits to their rival alma maters.

The Life’s Grander work features African American families, well-timed dialogue and heartwarming tinges of comedy. Burrell sought out award-winning writer, producer and director Kenya Barris, the king of the Black sitcom, to authentically bring the scripts to life. The agency collaborated with Barris

throughout each stage of production, tapping his renowned expertise to assemble a stellar ensemble cast of actors who delivered on-screen. Barris’ input on performances, wardrobe and story nuances helped elevate the Burrell team’s work to deliver to Toyota a great and on-target campaign.

“At Toyota, our goal is to create authentic imagery and depictions of our customers engaging with our brand in ways that reflect their values and lived experiences. We believe this new Grand Highlander ad campaign delivers on that promise,” said Mike Tripp, VP of Marketing and Communications, Toyota Motor North America. “We are humbled to contribute to the uplift of African American families with the heartwarming Life’s Grander series, and share Burrell’s enthusiasm about the outcomes of this collaboration with Kenya Barris.”

This project marks Barris’ first venture into TV commercial advertising. But, after this strong showing, it’s bound to not be his last. He thoroughly relished the collaboration with the agency. “As a first time commercial director, Burrell made the entire process seamless from beginning to end,” Barris states. “Along with decades of experience, working with the agency team to create a commercial centered around a Black family also meant working with a team that understands all of the big and little details that needed to be portrayed, and was aligned in making sure we did our best to get them right,” he continued.

“As a creative, I’ve always been a big proponent of embracing brand integrations and marketing as a storytelling tool. I loved being able to see that process from the other side of the creative table, while also expanding my skill set as a director for a different format, and would welcome the opportunity to do it again.”

“Burrell is committed to making work that Matters, and is as Aspirational as it is Disruptive.

We achieve that by leading with cultural relevance,” said Khari Streeter, Burrell’s chief creative officer.

“When the opportunity arose to work with Kenya to help us bring our Grand Highlander concepts to life, we jumped at it. He was immediately generous and accessible,” Streeter relates further. “He didn’t hesitate to unpack his culture-led perspective, nor his personal experience to elevate the work. He brought in a spectrum of top-tier talent he had worked with, used a nuanced sense of humor and treated the spots as if they were a collection of episodes, which added depth and cohesion to the campaign.

We were happy to be able to break the seal on his commercial directing debut, and look forward to working with him in the future.”

Burrell Communications Group was established by renowned ad man Tom Burrell in 1971, who led the company for 33 years. The agency today boasts a roster of premiere, blue-chip clients that lead in their respective categories, including McDonald’s, Toyota, Comcast, Fidelity, Deloitte, Coca-Cola, FIFCO, Procter & Gamble and the American Red Cross.

Celebrating more than 50 years of best-in-class transcultural communications, Burrell Communications Group is the largest U.S. agency specializing in communications to diverse audiences. The agency is known for its strategic thought-leadership and creativity. The foundation of its success lies in uncovering rich insights and a deep understanding of the Black community. Burrell’s strong relationship with the Black community has influenced the development of humanitarian campaigns such as “Black Is Human,” “The Fatherhood Initiative” and “Allies of Innocence.” For more information, visit burrell.com.

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Serve Flavorful, Sustainable Seafood (Family Features) Whether seafood night at your house means sauteed shrimp, baked fish or anything in between, it’s an exciting excuse to bring the family together for favorite meals. Delicious recipes abound when seafood is on the menu.

However, this is no longer your grandparents’ seafood. Today, more than half of all seafood consumed in the U.S. is farm-raised – a practice known as aquaculture. While the industry has made strides throughout the last few decades, from increasingly sustainable farming practices to technological advancements that can help feed a growing population, not all farmed seafood is equal and neither are the certifications you see on its packaging.

For more than a decade, the global nonprofit Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) has created and enforced the world’s strictest standards for farmed seafood. Its sea green ASC certification label is only found on farmed seafood that meets these high standards – helping seafood shoppers make informed purchasing decisions.

It’s a movement some of the nation’s leading seafood grocers and chefs are getting behind.

“About 2/3 of our seafood offerings are raised on farms, which reflects both growing supply and demand,” said Abe Ng, CEO of the Sushi Maki restaurant chain and market stations. “There’s a much broader customer understanding and appreciation of aquaculture than, say, 10 years ago.

However, not all farmed seafood is equal in terms of quality, environmental sustainability and social responsibility.”

A unique combination of standards help ensure supply chain integrity from the farm to the store while protecting the environment, workers and communities. ASC’s sea green label only appears on seafood from farms that have been independently assessed and certified as environmentally and socially responsible.

“Whether your seafood is wild-caught or farmed, what matters to today’s shoppers is that it’s high-quality, flavorful and was fished or farmed in a responsible way that’s good for you and the planet,” said Roger O’Brien, president and CEO of the Santa Monica Seafood market and cafe. “Farmraised seafood that’s been responsibly certified by the ASC delivers on the assurance that the seafood you’re buying is what it claims to be, which is a key commitment we make to our customers.”

With a trusted certification like the ASC, you can confidently enjoy make-at-home recipes like Honey Mustard Crunch Salmon, Blackened Shrimp Tacos with Creole Remoulade Slaw and Almond Stuffed Rainbow Trout without sacrificing taste or sustainability.

To find more certification information and discover family-friendly seafood recipes, visit SeaGreenBeGreen.org.

Honey Mustard Crunch Salmon

2 tablespoons dried parsley 2 tablespoons olive oil

1 bag (1 pound, three 6-ounce portions) North Coast Seafoods ASC-certified Naked Norwegian Salmon salt, to taste pepper, to taste Honey Mustard Glaze: 1/3 cup honey 1/4 cup whole-grain mustard 2 tablespoons smooth Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 teaspoons horseradish 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Crunch: 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs

Thaw salmon and pat dry. Arrange on oiled baking tray. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

To make glaze: In small bowl, combine honey, mustard, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, horseradish and paprika; mix until well combined. Chill glaze until ready to use.

To make crunch: In bowl, combine breadcrumbs, parsley and oil; mix well. Reserve.

Preheat oven to 400 F. Top each salmon portion with 1 tablespoon glaze and spread evenly over fish. Press crunch evenly onto glaze.

Bake 15-17 minutes until fish is cooked through.

Serve with drizzle of remaining glaze.

Recipe courtesy of North Coast Seafoods

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Introducing “The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America” Podcast with Sheila Thorne, Multicultural Health Expert

NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- Multicultural Healthcare Marketing Group (MHMG) announces the launch of a groundbreaking podcast, “The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America From Molecule to Market,” hosted by Sheila Thorne, President, and CEO of MHMG. This captivating podcast premiered on Thursday, Oct. 12, and will air bi-monthly on Thursdays from 5:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. EDT. Sheila Thorne, a trailblazer and change agent in the healthcare industry, brings her decades of experience and unwavering dedication to bringing health equity to the forefront in “The Kaleidoscope.” For almost three decades, Sheila has demonstrated an unparalleled understanding of the health of communities of color and the pivotal role of cross-cultural education and cultural competency in lessening the burden of clinical research and improving patient outcomes.

“The Kaleidoscope” podcast promises engaging interviews with physicians, health leaders, patients, patient advocates, pharmaceutical executives, and researchers of color. Each episode will present the voices and experiences of those from diverse populations who have been working on eliminating health disparities and striving for health equity for decades.

Listeners can anticipate gaining invaluable insights into the significance of patient-centered care and the profound impact a culturally competent approach can have on patient education, patient satisfaction and health outcomes. Sheila Thorne’s passion, unwavering conviction, and innovative thinking will shine through in every episode, making “The Kaleidoscope” an absolute must-listen for anyone in the healthcare industry.

Join us on “The Kaleidoscope: Healthcare in a Diverse America with Sheila Thorne” as we embark on a captivating journey through the intersection of race, culture, and health in America – The Journey from Awareness to Transformative Action.

Tune in every other Thursday from 5.00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. pm EDT. To join the podcast live log onto https://youtube.com/live/tnsgK-pG3JA. Follow Sheila Thorne on X formerly Twitter @sthornemhmg and to learn more visit www.sheilathorne.com.

Multicultural Healthcare Marketing Group (MHMG) is a leading consulting firm dedicated to improving healthcare delivery to diverse patient populations. With a mission to advance health equity and eliminate health disparities, MHMG provides innovative solutions and strategic guidance to healthcare organizations worldwide.

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Novavax Launches Choose to Protect™ Campaign to Educate Public About Importance of Updated COVID Vaccination this Fall GAITHERSBURG, Md., PRNewswire -- Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX), a global company advancing protein-based vaccines with its novel Matrix-M™ adjuvant, announced it has joined forces with HealthyWomen and actor, mother and business owner Nicole Ari Parker to launch Choose to Protect™, a campaign to educate the public about the importance of COVID vaccination and the different types of COVID vaccines. COVID is now the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S.2 “As a wife, mother and daughter of parents in their 80s, I feel great responsibility to be informed, talk with our doctors and ensure the whole family is up to date on vaccinations, particularly given how easily COVID spread through our households last year,” said Nicole Ari Parker.

“I hope that others will join me in choosing to protect ourselves and our loved ones this season so that we can all feel protected as we go to work, spend time with family and friends, and go about our everyday lives.”

To inform the campaign, Novavax, in partnership with HealthyWomen, commissioned a survey, conducted

by The Harris Poll, among vaccinated U.S. adults aged 45+ who play a key role in household healthcare decisions to better understand perceptions about and attitudes toward COVID vaccination, as well as potential motivations to take action on education gaps concerning COVID vaccines. While COVID vaccine fatigue has been widely reported,3 adults aged 45+ still recognize the value of vaccines.1 In addition, 85% of respondents say it’s important to have a range of options for themselves and their family

for COVID vaccines.1 “Women are often the chief medical officers of their families, especially those in the ‘sandwich generation’ who are caregiving and making healthcare decisions for their children and elderly parents,” said Beth Battaglino, RN-C, Chief Executive Officer, HealthyWomen. “COVID made that role much more difficult, but what made it easier was having access to COVID vaccines that have been well tested and are safe and effective at protecting our loved ones from getting seriously ill, being hospitalized or possibly even dying. The updated vaccines can also help protect against new and emerging variants.”

“COVID vaccine fatigue remains a major obstacle in maintaining immunity and keeping vaccination rates high,” said Silvia Taylor, Executive Vice President and Chief Corporate Affairs and Advocacy Officer, Novavax.

“Together with our partners, we encourage people to recognize the importance of making a plan to help protect their loved ones this season and have conversations with their healthcare provider about available vaccine options.”

Key results from the Choose to Protect survey include: While COVID vaccine fatigue has been widely reported,3 adults aged 45+ still recognize the value of vaccines.

82% of adults said vaccines are absolutely essential or very important for maintaining health, and three quarters said vaccines are absolutely essential or very important for their ability to spend time with family.1 The top three reasons people are motivated to get

vaccinated are because of new variants, increasing COVID cases or from wanting to have a less severe case if they get COVID.1 A significant portion of adults feel a duty to get the COVID vaccine for their loved ones and the betterment of society as a whole.

86% agree that knowing their loved ones are vaccinated against COVID puts them at ease.1 83% agree that helping to protect high-risk people in our society is a key reason why they choose COVID vaccination for themselves / their family.1 Even though there is interest in learning more about vaccines, there are still gaps in knowledge.

85% agree it is important to have a range of COVID vaccine options for themselves and their family.1 Only approximately two in five say they are highly knowledgeable about the science behind how different types of vaccines help to protect against COVID.1 “Vaccination remains a critical tool to help protect against COVID, especially for the elderly, and those with chronic conditions associated with severe outcomes from COVID,” said Dr. Jose Torradas, Emergency Medicine Physician. “Make a plan to discuss vaccine options with your healthcare provider, and check if you’re eligible to get other vaccines, like the flu shot, at the same time.”

To learn more about COVID vaccination and the options available, visit www.ChoosetoProtect.com.

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AC 10-11-2023 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS INC Plaintiff, -v.- UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND LEGATEES OF EDWIN J. FIZER, GERALD NORDGREN, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE ON BEHALF OF EDWIN J. FIZER, DECEASED, CHERYL FIZER-MCCALLION, EDWIN J. FIZER, III, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2022 CH 04557 204 NASHUA 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 August 14, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 16, 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 204 NASHUA STREET, PARK FOREST, IL 60466 Property Index No. 31-35-417-002-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $118,482.37. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. 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(g1). 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 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 9551. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. JOHNSON, BLUMBERG

& ASSOCIATES, LLC 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650 Chicago IL, 60602 312-541-9710 EMail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 22 9551 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 2022 CH 04557 TJSC#: 43-3360 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 # 2022 CH 04557 I3230534 _______________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST Plaintiff, -v.- UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ROBERT STREETER A/K/A ROBERT M. STREETER, GLENWOOD EAST CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, ROBERT STREETER, JR., DAMON RITENHOUSE AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR ROBERT STREETER A/K/A ROBERT M. STREETER, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2022 CH 10094 831 E. GLENWOOD LANSING ROAD GLENWOOD, IL 60425 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 17, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 20, 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: PARCEL 1: UNIT 609 TOGETHER WITH ITS UNDIVIDED PERCENTAGE INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS IN GLENWOOD EAST CONDOMINIUM AS DELINEATED AND DEFINED IN THE DECLARATION RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 25223206, AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME, IN THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 35 NORTH, RANGE 14, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS FOR THE BENEFIT OF PARCEL 1 AS SET FORTH IN THE DECLARATION OF EASEMENTS RECORDED NOVEMBER 2, 1979, AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 25223104 AND RE-RECORDED JANUARY 18, 1980, AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 25326042, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 831 E. GLENWOOD LANSING ROAD, GLENWOOD, IL 60425 Property Index No. 32-11-102024-1033 The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-23-01334 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2022 CH 10094 TJSC#: 43-2985 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 # 2022 CH 10094 I3230840 _______________________________________

AC 10-18-2023 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION AMERICAN ADVISORS GROUP Plaintiff, -v.- SHAUN TAYLOR A/K/A SHAUNUNEE TAYLOR, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CAROLYN TAYLOR A/K/A CAROLYN S. TAYLOR, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, CARY ROSENTHAL, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR CAROLYN TAYLOR A/K/A CAROLYN S. TAYLOR (DECEASED) Defendants 2021 CH 04610 1939 ADAMS STREET CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 14, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 17, 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 1939 ADAMS STREET, CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411 Property Index No. 32-30-109-019-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-21-03170 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2021 CH 04610 TJSC#: 43-3803 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 # 2021 CH 04610 I3230785 _______________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR FIDELITY & GUARANTY LIFE MORTGAGE TRUST 2018-1, Plaintiff, vs. AFFORDABLE HOMES FOR RENT I, LLC; TIFFANY PERKINS AKA TIFFANY J. PERKINS; ODYSSEY CLUB ESTATE HOMES ASSOCIATION; ODYSSEY CLUB UMBRELLA ASSOCIATION; DLP LENDING FUND, LLC; CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 22 CH 597 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY

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GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 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. 27-09-210-008-0000; 31-07-405-001-0000 and 32-20-400-039-0000. Commonly known as 14420 2nd Avenue, Orland Park, Illinois, 60462; 2 Odyssey Drive, Tinley Park, IL 60477 and 41 West 14th Place, Chicago Heights, Illinois, 60411. The mortgaged real estate is improved with three residences. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A., 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563. (630) 453-6925. 1496-188283 SL INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3230909 _______________________________________

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) 3469088. 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. 2209708IL_789566 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 22 CH 06257 TJSC#: 43-3794 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 # 22 CH 06257 I3231131 _______________________________________

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST Plaintiff, -v.- CARY ROSENTHAL, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF FRED M DICICCO, DECEASED, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF FRED DICICCO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, CARLO DICICCO A/K/A CARLO PAUL DICICCO, JR, ANTOINETTE RUSKJER, CARLETTA GALVAN Defendants 22 CH 06257 6 OAK LANE 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 September 27, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on November 20, 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 6 OAK LANE, PARK FOREST, IL 60466 Property Index No. 31-36-404-014-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook

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LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE "PRIVATE FOUNDATION ANNUAL NOTICE. The annual report of the BENJAMIN F. & ERNESTINE BURTON FOUNDATION is available at the address noted below, for inspection during normal business hours by any citizen who so requests within 180 days after the publication of this notice of its availability BENJAMIN F & ERNESTINE BURTON 15754 Chime Rock Tr. Woodbridge VA 22193 Kimberly Walker Pres, 703-850-8066." ______________________________________ Notice is hereby given, pursuant to.An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State, .as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: Y23011086 on October 10, 2023.

Under the Assumed Business Name of LASHONDA SMYTHE with the business located at: 230 E OHIO STREET SUITE 410 1865, CHICAGO, IL 60611. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name Complete Address LASHONDA S SMYTHE 230 E OHIO STREET SUITE 410 1865 CHICAGO, IL 60611, USA ______________________________________

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