Citizen Suburban Times Weekly 11-16-2022

Chicago – Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced national settlements with Experian relating to data breaches in 2010 and 2015 that compromised the personal information of millions of consumers nationwide, including hundreds of thousands in Illinois.

New state laws taking effect Jan. 1

ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES SETTLEMENTS TO

Minimum wage hike, pets in public housing among new changes

RESOLVE INVESTIGATIONS INTO EXPERIAN DATA BREACHES

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BY PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com

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

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

Raoul and the coalition also obtained a separate settlement with T-Mobile in connection with the 2015 Experian breach, which impacted more than 15 million individuals who submitted credit applications with the telecommuni cations company.

Illinois was one of the states to lead an investigation into Experian’s 2015 data breach, which impacted more than 735,000 Illinois residents. Under the settlements Raoul announced, Exelon and T-Mobile have agreed to improve their data security practices and pay states more than $16 million. Additionally, Illinois will receive a total of more than $1.2 million.

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

“Hundreds of thousands of Illinoisans were affected by Experian’s data breaches,” Raoul said. “Our investigations not only led to substantial financial settlements but also meaningful reforms in the way data is han dled, protecting consumers from future exposure and ensuring companies are working to limit the effect of large data breaches.”

their credit reports annually during the timeframe. Affected consumers who were members of the 2019 class action settlement are also eligible to enroll in extended credit monitoring services. More information on eligibility can be found online.

Raoul and the coalition also obtained a $2.43 million settlement with T-Mobile. Under the settlement, T-Mobile has agreed to detailed vendor management provisions designed to strengthen its vendor oversight going forward. Illinois will receive around $204,000. The settlement does not involve an unrelated, massive data breach T-Mobile announced in August 2021, which is still under investigation by Attorney General Raoul and a multistate coalition of attorneys general.

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

In September 2015, Experian, one of the “big-three” credit reporting bureaus, reported a data breach in which an unauthorized actor gained access to part of Experian’s network. The breach involved personal infor mation Experian stored on behalf of its client, T-Mobile, which belonged to consumers who had applied for T-Mobile postpaid services and device financing between September 2013 and September 2015. Information included consumers’ names, addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, identification numbers (such as driver’s license and passport numbers) and related information T-Mobile used in credit assessments.

Other new laws include:

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

Raoul and the coalition obtained two separate settlements from Experian and T-Mobile in connection with the 2015 data breach. Under a $12.67 million national settlement, Experian has agreed to strengthen its due diligence and data security practices going forward, including by implementing a comprehensive information security program. Experian will also enact data minimization and disposal requirements, including specific efforts aimed at reducing the use of Social Security numbers as identifiers; and specific security requirements, including the use of intru sion detection, firewalls and risk assessments. Illinois will receive $1.04 million. The settlement also requires Experian to offer affected consumers five years of free credit monitoring services as well as two free copies of

Joining Raoul in leading the investigation into the 2015 data breach are the attorneys general of Connecticut, the District of Columbia, Mary land, Massachusetts and Texas. Joining in the settlements are the attor neys general of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Ore gon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, Washing ton and Wisconsin.

In addition to the 2015 data breach settlements, Experian has agreed to pay an additional $1 million to resolve a separate multistate investiga tion into Experian Data Corp. (EDC), an Experian-owned company. The settlement resolves an investigation into EDC’s failure to prevent or provide notice of a data breach that occurred between October 2010 and November 2012. During that time, an identity thief posing as a private investigator was given ac cess to sensitive personal information stored in Court Ventures Inc.’s commercial databases, which was acquired by EDC in 2012. Under the settlement, entered into by Illinois and a bipartisan group of 39 states, EDC has agreed to strengthen its vetting and oversight of third parties to which it provides personal information, investigate and report data security incidents to attorneys general, and maintain a “red flags” program to detect and respond to potential identity theft.

Bureau Chief Beth Blackston, Chief Privacy Officer Matt Van Hise and Pri vacy Counsel Carolyn Friedman handled the settlements for Raoul’s Consumer Fraud Bureau.

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

ILBCF Announces New Grant Funding for Community-Based Black Medical Professionals

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

Springfield, Ill. – Following last month’s successful legisla tive conference, the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (ILBCF) is proud to announce its new Brain Trust on Health ini tiative, which will include a $5,000 grant opportunity for 11 qual ified Black medical professionals, along with in-depth, collabora tive efforts to eliminate systemic barriers to equitable healthcare facing Black communities across Illinois with both immediate and long-term solutions to ensure improved health outcomes.

and reproductive health issues of Black women.

The legislative and community chairs for this Brain Trust are State Senator Mattie Hunter, Majority Caucus Chair; State Repre sentative Camille Lilly; Dr. Anthony Williams, Staff Scientist at the University of Chicago, Co-Founder and Chief Scientific Offi cer of Circulogix. The brain trust will be moderated by Tiffany D. Hightower, Executive Director, ILBCF.

$5,000 Health Grant for Black Medical Professionals

Building upon the healthcare portion of the Caucus’ land mark omnibus legislative package called the Four Pillars to End Systemic Racism, the ILBCF has dedicated itself to reinforcing the healthcare-related needs of underserved Black communities in Illinois through a series of policy think tanks featuring public health experts, elected officials and leading medical profession als.

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to the appropriate school support personnel.

The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (ILBCF) is also offering a total of 11 grants of $5,000 each to support Afri can American students who have completed a medical degree and are working as medical providers or practicing in a medical resi dency program. The recipient may put the grant towards previous academic debt. The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation fully funds this grant.

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

The ILBCF will produce content and engage in discussions on systemic challenges to the health of Black communities in Illi nois, including the lack of representation in the health field. The Brain Trust will analyze how informed policy could positively influence the health of black communities in the future.

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

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

The work of the Brain Trust on Health, and the Four Pillars in totality, is centered upon setting the state of Illinois on a path of corrective actions to remedy longstanding inequities, and also having broader policy implications nationwide. Considering the recent Supreme Court overruling of Roe vs. Wade, sessions will initially focus on the ramifications of this decision on healthcare

Lemonade stands: SB119 prohib-

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

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

Its goal is to provide educational resources and financial opportunities for African American students throughout Illinois. Since its inception, the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Founda tion has successfully awarded over $1,000,000 scholarships/grant support to deserving students.

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

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Illinois to Receive More Than $1.2 Million Over Compromises that Impacted Hundreds of Thousands of Illinois Residents

Black Carbon Coalition to Fight Enemy of the Planet

LOS ANGELES, PRNewswire -- Black carbon is the direct cause of glacier melt in the Arctic and ice sheets all over the planet. Black carbon saturates ice sheets that are responsible for providing fresh drinking water to millions of people. This glacier and ice sheet melt is the direct cause of changing weather patterns and intensified storms we are all witnessing more and more each year and is a harbinger for sea level rise, which will inflict even more disastrous results.

“In addition to causing the climate change disaster, every year black carbon kills as many people as fifty Hiroshimas,” said Don Owens, an attorney and engineer who recently launched the Black Carbon Coalition, referring to the earth shattering nuclear explosion in Japan during WWII. “We don’t have time to battle between po litical parties and rhetoric, and bills that aim to reduce carbon dioxide decades from now. We must act im mediately to reduce black carbon which is 1500 times worse than carbon dioxide, and we can.”

For sounding such an alarm, Owens is quite opti mistic and humor lightens the gravity of his mission.

“We want to arm people with facts and data, make them powerful activists—and we want to educate legislators, policymakers and even those involved in rulemaking, which is an often overlooked group of public for activist groups,” added Owens.

Owens is the author of “Burn Fuel Better: From Helpless to Hopeful in the Race Against Climate

Change,” which details his discoveries about black carbon.

An engineer at heart, Owens tinkered around with different technologies when trying to modify his car to get better gas mileage. What he discovered was black carbon.

The Coalition explains that black carbon is very fine particulate emissions that are the result of incomplete combustion of fossil fuels such as natural gas, diesel, coal, biomass, and other carbon intensive fuels.

Black carbon emis sions from ships have grown ten times faster in the Arctic compared to the rest of the world, with an 85% increase in black carbon emitted by ships in the Arctic between 2015 and 2019, compared to an 8% increase globally, the Coalition’s website reads.

“We are standing at a forked path, we will either learn from mistakes and failed policies, or we will lose in the battle against a ticking time bomb. Proven science behind technology is revolutionary, we can implement a new way of burning fuel that minimizes black carbon from entering the atmosphere and adds life-sustaining oxygen,” Owens said.

Owens is flanking the Black Carbon Coalition with other organizations including a 501c3 organization called Coalition Against Black Carbon to build a Global Black Carbon Fund, an investment fund to help inno vators build new technologies and systems to “reduce, and/or eradicate Black Carbon.”

Atlanta University Center Con sortium Launches New Institute to Increase Black Engineers

ATLANTA, PRNewswire -- Historically Black Colleges and Universities have produced 40 percent of all Black engineers in America. The Atlanta University Center Consortium (www.aucen ter.edu), with an established Dual Degree Engineering Program, has contributed to this number for over five decades with a mission to increase the number of Black engineers.

Now with a $1.5 million investment from the A. James and Alice B. Clark Foundation, the Atlanta University Center Consor tium aims to expand its efforts to increase the number of minority engineers by creating the Institute for Dual Degree Engineering Advancement (IDEA). IDEA will be a national hub for collabo ration between 250 DDEP programs across the nation, providing models for best practices for dual degree engineering students.

IDEA will create the first institute in the nation at a consor tium of historically black, private, liberal arts higher education institutions focused on dual-degree engineering. Graduates of dual-degree engineering earn a liberal arts degree at an AUC insti tution and an engineering degree at one of nine engineering partner schools.

Because of the emphasis on leadership, communication, and service in liberal arts education, the AUC has produced a unique brand of engineers with valuable soft skills.

The current AUC DDEP program strengthens the engineering field, supporting the matriculation of over 5,000 alumni and over 400 current students across three campuses, Clark Atlanta Univer sity, Morehouse College, and Spelman College.

“Like the A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation’s mission to focus on today’s challenges, the Atlanta University Center Con sortium’s Dual Degree Engineering Program answered the clarion call of America to increase the number of students graduating in STEM,”said Dr. Said Sewell, Director of Academics, Research and Student Success.

The Atlanta University Center Consortium, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit corporation under the laws of the State of Georgia, formed in 1929 to operate on behalf of its member institutions–Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Morehouse School of Medicine, and Spelman College—is the world’s oldest and largest association of historically Black colleges and universities.

Learn more about the program here: https://aucenter.edu/ddep/

Ad Council Announces $65 Million Multi-Year Mental Health Initiative

NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- Half (49%) of American resi dents ages 16 to 65 say they have a mental health condition, and of those who report a condition, only about half (48%) say they’re getting help or treatment, according to a new study conducted in May to June 2022 released today by the Ad Council. Additionally, 43% do not feel comfortable talking to people close to them about their emotions and how they are feeling. To address the mental health crisis throughout the U.S. and encourage people to take steps to support their mental health, the Ad Council announced plans for a wide-reaching and comprehen sive communications effort. With a founding gift of $15 million from Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI), the national Mental Health Initiative has set a goal of $65 million over the next seven years.

On the heels of the nonprofit’s groundbreaking national COVID-19 Vaccine Education campaign which reached more than 75% of those eligible to be vaccinated, the Ad Council is evolving the coalition-based and multi-audience model that made it so successful and mobilizing the advertising, media and marketing industries to address mental health issues facing communities across the country.

Due to cascading challenges over the last few years in the U.S., many populations are now experiencing mental health struggles:

Four in 10 adults reported anxiety and/or depression symptoms in 2021, a four-fold increase from 2019, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. Black adults (48%) and Hispanic adults (46%) were more likely than White adults (41%) to report such symptoms.

Youth and young adults across the country are experiencing increasing mental health challenges. According to a 2021 study, 37.1% of U.S. high school students reported poor mental health during the

COVID-19 pandemic, with 19.9% considering and 9% attempting suicide in the preceding year. (Centers for Disease Control and Preven tion).

The rate of LGBTQ+ teens who experience depressive symptoms is believed to be six times higher than heterosexual teens. (Mental Health America).

Guided by mental health experts, amplified by partnerships across every sector and rooted in extensive research with key audiences, the initiative aims to change social norms, reduce stigma around mental health and encourage people to take a proactive ap proach to their mental health issues. With the founding contribution from HMHI, a premier university-wide institute dedicated to psychi atric research, education and treatment at the University of Utah, the Ad Council will bring together a coalition of leading mental health NGOs, including American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, American Psychological Association, The Jed Foundation, Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute, Mental Health America, National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), National Council for Mental Wellbeing, Peg’s Foundation and the Steinberg Institute; federal agencies and private sector corporations for this collaborative effort. The effort will be rooted in deep cultural insights and informed by a panel of experts from the American Foundation for Suicide Preven tion (AFSP), The Curtis Center for Health Equity, the Chester M. Pierce MD Division of Global Psychiatry, The Jed Foundation and the Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center, GLAAD, the Huntsman Mental Health Institute, among others.

Funding will support the development of a best-in-class insights

and analytics engine to inform and evaluate the impact of relevant content, an extensive trusted messenger program, employer work place resources, grassroots community activations and a large scale multi-pronged communications effort with discrete campaigns and open-source partner toolkits for populations in need.

Established in 2021 following a $150 million gift from the Huntsman Foundation, HMHI is designed to be a convener, col laborator, care giver and problem solver. HMHI’s intent is to bring together the best of all fields to develop innovative solutions to complex disorders like substance use and addiction, depression and suicide, and solve mental health challenges like workforce shortages and stigma.

Mental health has long been a priority issue for the Ad Council, with three national campaigns currently running: Teen and Young Adult Mental Health (Seize the Awkward) in partnership with The Jed Foundation and AFSP created by Droga5, Middle School Mental Health (Sound It Out) in partnership with Pivotal Ventures created by McCann, Cassanova and Egami, and Veterans’ Suicide Prevention (Don’t Wait, Reach Out) in partnership with the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs created by TBWA.

Additionally, a robust employer effort via the Health Action Alliance will be deployed to address mental health among America’s workforce.

The Mental Health Initiative will be similarly structured to the Ad Council’s impactful COVID-19 Vaccine Education Initiative.

To learn more or contribute to the Ad Council’s Mental Health Initiative, please visit adcouncil.org/mental-health.

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Holidays Have Officially Begun at Walt Disney World Resort

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., PRNews

wire -- Wondrous décor transformed Magic Kingdom Park into an enchanting holiday sight to be seen. It’s the beginning of a multi-day transformation that will bring holiday magic to the four theme parks, more than 30 hotels and other areas across the 40-square-mile resort.

Glistening with colorful lights, festive decorations and Christmas trees galore, Walt Disney World Resort is full of holiday magic, ringing in this festive season like nowhere else.

The 65-foot-tall Magic Kingdom Park Christmas tree, adorned with dazzling lights and ornaments, welcomes guests to the park where they’ll discover favorite attractions featuring special holiday overlays, Disney characters dressed in the spirit of the season and seasonal entertainment.

Ornately decorated shop windows beck on those in search of gifts for family and friends. And every night a wintry snow falls as guests wander down Main Street, U.S.A. and are immersed in the joyous atmosphere.

This year also offers guests a last chance to experience the holidays during the 50th anniversary celebration of Walt Disney World Resort. Each night special projec tions will create glittering holiday-themed displays on select theme park icons, com plementing their transformation into 50th Anniversary Beacons of Magic, which will appear seasonally on select nights.

To learn more about holiday happenings at Walt Disney World Resort, guests can visit DisneyWorld.com/Holidays.

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts to Debut in Costa Mujeres, Mexico

BETHESDA, Md., PRNewswire -- Marriott International, Inc., today announced it has signed an agreement with AB Living to bring the legendary St. Regis brand to Costa Mujeres. Solidifying the brand’s position as a global leader in luxury leisure hospitality, The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort is expected to welcome its first guests in early 2025.

“The signing of The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort represents a pivotal moment for St. Regis, as the brand continues its dynamic resort growth in the world’s most glamorous leisure destinations,” said George Fleck, Vice President and Global Brand Leader, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts. “We are thrilled to expand St. Regis’ footprint in Mexico and look forward to bringing the brand’s celebrated rituals and traditions to this vibrant and sought-after desti nation for future guests.”

Building on the brand’s existing portfolio of 15 resorts, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts has plans to expand its resort portfolio to include some of the world’s most coveted leisure destinations, including within the Caribbean, North America, North Africa, Middle East, and Asia Pacific. The signing of The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort underscores this commitment to its strong global expansion in the world’s most compelling markets.

“We are thrilled to work with AB Living to introduce The St. Regis brand to Costa Mujeres, Cancun’s exciting new side of town,” said Laurent De Kousemaeker, Chief Development Officer, Marriott International. “This signing showcases both the continuous growth in one of Mexico’s top destinations and the strong interest in our portfolio of sought-after luxury brands.”

The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort is ideally located on a 3.5-hectare site along the scenic Costa Mujeres beach. Situated north of Cancun on the Yucatan Peninsula, Costa Mujeres is a vibrant travel destination, known for its tranquil atmosphere, lush natural surroundings, and pristine beaches on the Mexican Caribbean. The resort is only a 35-min ute drive from Cancun’s International Airport and a quick boat ride from the magical Island of Isla Mujeres.

“Our choice of St. Regis is based on a shared vision of luxury hospitality, standards of service, tra dition and excellence. St Regis. is also a leader in the luxury branded residential segment, a component that plays a major role in this project,” said Alejan dro Bataller, Vice President of AB Living Group.

Envisioned by Sordo Madaleno Architects, an internationally renowned architectural firm based in Mexico City, The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort is expected to feature 158 guest rooms and 80 branded residential units, which will boast spectacular views of the Island of Isla Mujeres to the east and Cancun to the Southeast. Plans for the resort also include three distinct food and beverage venues, several swimming pools, a glamorous beach club, approxi mately 470 square meters of meeting space, and the signature St. Regis Butler Service. Comprised of 22,584 square meters, the branded residences will enjoy private elevator access, a residential concierge, a fitness center, and full access to the resort’s ameni ties and services.

Marriott International currently operates two St. Regis properties in Mexico; The St. Regis Mexico City and The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort. Additionally, the brand is slated to make its debut in Riviera Maya later this year and in Los Cabos in 2023.

Wondrous décor brings holiday cheer to Magic Kingdom Park on Nov. 2 and kicks off the multi-day transformation at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Court ney Kiefer, photographer)

The Soul of Philanthropy Chicago Accepting Local Philanthropist Nominations Through

CHICAGO (Nov. 9, 2022) – The Soul of Philan thropy, an exhibition coming to the Chicago Cultural Center in early 2023, is accepting nominations for local philanthropists to be featured in the “Rooted in Chicago” component. Nominations are accepted online through Nov. 30.

The Soul of Philanthropy, hosted by Chicago African Americans in Philanthropy from Feb. 1 through April 30 next year, will recognize individuals who are making a difference in their community with their philanthropic contributions. Members of the community are invited to nominate an individual or family who has made a contri bution to an organization by giving their time, talent and treasure.

The individual or family nominated must be locat ed in Chicago or the surrounding area. The criteria are simple – what have they done, and what is the impact on the community?

Nominations can be made at https://airtable.com/ shrH89XyHeU1F65dK

Nomination categories include:

Hidden philanthropist recognizes the unsung hero in our community. Their individual contribution of time, talent and treasure is the engine behind the grassroots organizations, churches or communities.

Young adult philanthropist recognizes service by an individual (19-40 years old) who has demonstrated ex traordinary commitment to the community through direct financial support, development of charitable programs, volunteering, and/or leadership.

Youth philanthropist recognizes service by an indi vidual (18 years or younger) who has demonstrated ex traordinary commitment to the community through direct

financial support, development of charitable programs, volunteering and/or leadership.

Emerging philanthropist recognizes an outstanding individual or family with a proven record of exception al generosity (time, talent and treasure) and volunteer leadership to one or more Chicago and surrounding area organizations, issues or communities. The emerging philanthropist has demonstrated civic and charitable responsibility, and whose generosity inspires others to philanthropic action for a period of two years or more. This category honors the achievements of a living per son; if a family is proposed, there should be at least one living member.

Legacy philanthropist recognizes the cumulative philanthropic efforts of an individual or family during a period of at least 10 years of exceptional generosity through direct financial support, volunteer participation, and leadership involvement demonstrate outstanding civic and charitable responsibility, and whose generosity motivates and encourages others to take philanthrop ic leadership roles in the community. Nominees will demonstrate significant, long-term involvement with one or more Chicago and surrounding area organizations.

The Soul of Philanthropy – “Rooted in Chicago” tells the story of philanthropy from a uniquely Chicago perspective. Community programs will be offered on the South and West sides in a manner that consciously considers Black philanthropic giving and how it has evolved throughout generations. The Soul of Philan thropy – “Rooted in Chicago” is about empowering a new generation to recognize their influence and their responsibility to give back. This specially curated, local

Nicholas J. Inman Named Comcast’s Regional Vice President of Finance

Nicholas J. Inman has been named Vice President of Finance for Comcast’s Greater Chicago Region, which serves more than 3 million customers in Illinois, Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan. In his new role, Inman will oversee all the region’s financial ac tivities, facilities and equip ment inventories.

“Nick is a seasoned and proven finance professional with a variety of relevant experience,” said John Crowley, Comcast’s Region al Senior Vice President. “I look forward to working with Nick and his team to con tinue to deliver innovative internet, mobile and other telecommunications services and a great customer experi ence.”

Inman comes to Comcast from Papa John’s headquar ters in Atlanta, where he served in various finance roles, most recently Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analysis. Before that, he held fi nance and related positions for a business outsourcing firm and two major US airlines.

Inman received a Bachelor of Science degree in Aero space, Aeronautics and Aviation Science and Technology from Purdue University in Lafayette, IN, in 2002, and a Master of Business Administration from Clark University in Atlanta in 2004.

component will also be held at the Chicago Cultural Center.

The Soul of Philanthropy exhibition was developed in conjunction with Valaida Fullwood’s award– winning book, “Giving Back: A Tribute to Generations of African American Philanthropists.” Developed with photogra pher Charles Thomas, the 400–page hardcover book profiles stories of philanthropy among African Amer icans. “Giving Back” was named one of the 10 Best Black Books of 2011 and received the prestigious 2012 McAdam Book Award.

Since 2015, The Soul of Philanthropy has trav eled the country and been shown at sites including the Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, North Carolina; Concordia University in Portland, Oregon; the Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library in Denver, Colorado; and, most recently, in Cleveland.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Con tact Jessyca Dudley: sponsorship@tsopchicago.org.

About Chicago African Americans in Philanthropy CAAIP is a membership organization that promotes dialogue between philanthropic and nonprofit organiza tions, advocates for equitable and effective philanthropy in African American communities and builds infrastruc ture for equitable leadership in the social sector. It works to foster community among Black people in Chicago and across the Midwest. The Soul of Philanthropy offers an opportunity to grow a community of people commit ted to increasing the visibility of Black leaders in philan thropy, building a cohesive and vital community, and redirecting philanthropic resources and decision-making to BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) communities.

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DE BEERS ANNOUNCES LUPITA NYONG’O AS FIRST GLOBAL AMBASSADOR

LONDON, PRNewswire -- De Beers is proud to announce Lupita Nyong’o as its first Global Ambas sador. The Academy Award-winning actor stars in the new brand campaign, De Beers: Where It Begins, which tells the story of the only global luxury brand that starts at the source. As a core element of the partnership Nyong’o will support De Beers’ Building Forever commitment, which aims to advance women and girls where its diamonds are discovered.

Renowned Australian photographer and director Lachlan Bailey follows Nyong’o from the discovery of a rough diamond to its magical transformation into magnificent jewellery. The campaign celebrates De Beers’ unique passion for sourcing the rarest treasures of nature and revealing their exception al beauty through remarkable craftsmanship. As Nyong’o embarks on her journey, she discovers the power that only a De Beers natural diamond jewellery creation holds: turning the ordinary into the extraordinary, a moment into forever and herself into a magnetic woman with limitless potential.

As a powerful woman who cares deeply about the world around her, Nyong’o is the ultimate representative of De Beers’ Building Forever com mitment to people and the planet. As a brand that is part-owned by the citizens of Botswana, Namibia and South Africa, De Beers thinks differently about what value is and how it is created. To this end, through its Building Forever approach, De Beers will work with Nyong’o in pursuit of the brand’s public goals to engage 10,000 girls in STEM, sup port 10,000 women entrepreneurs and invest at least $10 million across southern Africa to achieve these goals by 2030.

“I’m honored to be the first Global Ambassador for De Beers. This campaign brings to life the trans formative power that I feel when I wear De Beers’ diamond creations, and the pride in knowing where they come from and the good they do. Even more importantly, my partnership with De Beers allows me to extend my advocacy for women and girls around the world” says Lupita Nyong’o.

“With her rare magnetism and elegance, Lupita Nyong’o is a testament to the power of boundless possibilities. Embodying modern and responsible luxury, Lupita is an inspiration for all of us. De Beers is proud that Lupita has joined our Building Forever commitment to people and the planet and we stand with her as she embarks on an exciting chapter in her career,” says Marc Jacheet, De Beers CEO Brands.

Nadula Launches New Color Wigs Styles for You to Be a Color Player

SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif., PRNewswire -- Do you want to be a color player? Nadula offers trendy colors for fall 2022. These deep, rich shades are perfect for dark tones. Burgundy hair color ideas and reddish brown hair color to try in 2022. You can wear these highlight color wigs in a wedding ceremony, a birthday celebration, or an official supper to meet any hairstyle and color.

Spicy Red Wine Wig and Caramel Red Cake Wig are hot-selling and highly recommended products. Those wishing to become a Nadula Color Player, and try out the new wigs may click here, and also tag @nadulahair and @nadulacolorplayer.

Caramel Red Cake color can be incredibly flattering, plus, its versa tility gives options to a lot of people. Red brown hair can dramatically change the look of a person and its effects do vary. Some will softly enhance a client’s natural beauty, perhaps bringing out their eye color or warming their skin tones, while others will create much more of a statement. Basically, get ready to embrace the change. Caramel red cake wig is the trendy hair color and fashion style, it is the brightest and the hottest hue in the color wheel.

Spicy Red Wine hair color reflects everything that is good about red color, not least of all, the rich deep red color. The tones in this shade make it a perfect red hair color for warm skin tones.

Do you want to become a redhead, but without looking too red? That’s a dilemma not unique to you alone. Many women want a red hair color shade that sits perfectly center of sublime and striking. And they often go with dark red highlights that contrast less with dark brown or black hair. The overall effect is bold but understated. You may receive great advice to try the colorful human hair wigs, but the spicy red wine wig is the best recommendation for you to choose.

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Three Beauty Queens Become the Face of RRTBeauty

NEW YORK - PRLog -- Raquel Riley Thomas Beauty has launched the Beauty Queen Bling Collection to the world. The 12-piece glamorous collection has a mix of metallic cream lipsticks, glitter eyeshadows, 3D mascara, 3D eyelashes and long-wear eyelash glue. The products are presented in gold and rhine stone cases that will having you feeling fabulous as you head out for a day or night on the town!

Ebony Acton, Miss DC for America

Strong 2021, Andolyn Medina, Miss DC America 2021 and Faith Porter, Miss DC USA 2022, were selected to model the products for Raquel Riley Thomas, the Founder and Creative Director. The photography was done by Leroy Amank rah, who has roots in Ghana. One makeup artist, Axel Vasquez is from Guatemala

and the other makeup artist is a black woman, Gabby Devine. The assistant, Lorenda Nelson, was also black. They all came together to shoot a campaign for the black-owned and Veteran-owned cosmetic company, Raquel Riley Thomas Beauty.

“These women are more than just beautiful faces, I choose them because they are Warriors to me. They each have gone through tremendous trials and trib ulations to get to where they are today. Their stories will make you cry and give you hope all at the same time,” states Raquel Riley Thomas, Founder.

And they are giving a portion of the sales to a non-profit that focuses on Vet eran because the Founder, Raquel Riley Thomas, is a Veteran Army Captain.

They made history with this cam paign, as this is the first campaign photo

graphed for a Veteran-owned and blackowned cosmetic brand using all black and brown creatives.

Founded in 2020, Raquel Riley Thomas Beauty is a minority-owned and Veteran-owned cosmetic brand that supplies glamourous long-wear make up. The brand is performance based, designed to stay on longer for those in fields that need it. For example, cus tomers such as actors, beauty queens, singers, musicians, CEOs and more have enjoyed our brand! Army-Veteran turned beauty and fashion expert Raquel Riley Thomas produced the formulated concept 3GL: Glamour Lashes, Glamour Lids, Glamour Lips. By using Raquel Riley Thomas Beauty products, glamou rous looks are now easier and applica tions last longer.

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G HERBO PARTNERS WITH DION’S CHICAGO DREAM TO ADDRESS FOOD INSECURITY IN CHICAGO

Chicago, Ill. -- Rapper G Herbo an nounced via Instagram that his initiative ‘Swervin’ Through Stress’ will partner with the nonprofit Dion’s Chicago Dream to address food insecurity throughout Chicago, which the rapper calls home.

Through the partnership, G Herbo will support Dion Dawson and his team at Dion’s Chicago Dream in delivering over 50,000 pounds of fresh produce to residents across Chicagoland. The partnership of these Chica go community leaders will transition thou sands of local residents from food-insecure to food-secure.

“I’m honored that G Herbo – a fellow Chicago native and one of my favorite rappers – has decided to partner with us. G Herbo doesn’t just sound good, he does good. As a result of his support, the Dion’s Chicago Dream movement will reach an additional 500 Chicagoland resi dents and move them from food-insecure to food-secure,” said Dion’s Chicago Dream

“I’m honored that G Herbo – a fellow Chicago native and one of my favorite rappers – has decided to partner with us. G Herbo doesn’t just sound good, he does good. As a result of his support, the Dion’s Chicago Dream movement will reach an additional 500 Chicagoland residents and move them from foodinsecure to food-secure,” said Dion’s Chicago Dream

community is fed is the first step to healing.” Wellness is holistic, and the strategic alignment between Dion’s Chicago Dream and Swervin’ Through Stress aims to meet existential needs as the first steps to mental wellness. Running the organization with a last-mile delivery model, Dion and his team deliver boxes of high-quality produce weekly to Chicagoland residents who otherwise have trouble accessing fresh, healthy produce. Now in its second year of programming, Dion’s Chicago Dream has served over 200,000 pounds of fresh produce to nearly 66,000 Chicago families to date. The organi zation continues to grow and bolster its presence in Chica go’s neighborhoods with partnerships like the one that was announced.

Landmarks Illinois grant supports Pullman Tech Workshop’s preservation efforts on Chicago’s South Side

CHICAGO – Landmarks Illinois has awarded a grant through the Timuel D. Black, Jr. Grant Fund for Chicago’s South Side to Pullman Tech Work shop (PTW), a nonprofit providing historic trades training to people living in and around Chicago’s Pullman neighborhood. PTW will use the $2,500 matching grant from Landmarks Illinois to help with rehabilitation efforts at the former Schlitz Brewery Stable Building.

Built in 1906, the two-story, brick building was designed by the prom inent architectural firm of Frommann & Jebsen and is today a Chicago Landmark. PTW is currently renting the building with the intention to own it through an upcoming donation. Landmarks Illinois grant funds will specif ically go toward the cleanup and renovation of two spaces in the building: a former office and storage space to be used as the Material Library and a former brewery testing lab to be used as the Preservation Technology Lab.

“The historic preservation field is facing a worker shortage,” said Bonnie McDonald, President & CEO of Landmarks Illinois. “Pullman Tech Workshop is helping to close this gap through its historic trades workforce development program, which creates career opportunities for people on the South Side of Chicago. We are proud to support this organization in its ef forts to renovate the former Schlitz Building where it can continue to host its training workshops to encourage people to work in the historic trades.”

Founder Dion Dawson

Founder Dion Dawson, an Englewood native and Navy veteran who grew up homeless and food-insecure himself. “G Herbo sees the impact our organization provides, and agrees that reliable access to fresh, healthy produce is essential to stabilizing critical needs.”

Through Dion’s Chicago Dream, it costs $1,000 to provide fresh produce to a food-in secure household for a year. Supporters can donate at www.dionschicagodream.org.

“This partnership with Dion’s Chicago Dream makes sense for the city,” said G Her bo on the new collaboration. “Making sure the

Dion’s Chicago Dream is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that delivers weekly boxes of high-qual ity fruits and vegetables to thousands of Chicagoland residents who would not otherwise have reliable access to fresh, healthy food. Through a logistics and last-mile delivery system, Dion’s Chicago Dream is committed to feeding families, creating com munity and fueling hope. Consistent access to nutritious food gives people the best chance at a healthy life. It is a right that all people deserve to enjoy.

G Herbo’s Swervin’ Through Stress aims to destigmatize conversations around mental wellness among African American men by introducing and educating at an early age, as well as providing access to resources, tools and coping mechanisms to combat the long term effects of undiagnosed mental health both at the personal and community level.

“Our mission focuses on empowering people and preserving plac es,” said Megan Lydon, Pullman Tech Workshop Board Chair. “We hope by educating and inspiring the next generation of historic trades workers on Chicago’s historically under-resourced South Side, we can strengthen, celebrate and advance equitable resources and opportunities while having a direct impact on our community.”

Learn more about this grant recipient here.

About the Timuel D. Black, Jr. Grant Fund for Chicago’s South Side

The Landmarks Illinois Timuel D. Black, Jr. Grant Fund for Chicago’s South Side provides small planning and capital matching grants to support organizations and people working to preserve the history, culture and ar chitecture of Chicago’s South Side, where Mr. Black, acclaimed civil rights leader, author and historian spent the majority of his life living and pro moting African American history. Click here to learn more about past grant recipients.

Grants through the Landmarks Illinois Timuel D. Black, Jr. Grant Fund for Chicago’s South Side range from $500 - $2,500 each, depending on need, and require a one-to-one match. Grant applications are accepted twice a year, and the next application deadline is January 1, 2023. Visit our website to view complete grant guidelines and to submit a grant application.

About Landmarks Illinois

We are People Saving Places for People. Landmarks Illinois is a mem bership-based, historic preservation nonprofit organization serving the people of Illinois. We inspire and empower stakeholders to save places that matter to them by providing free guidance, practical and financial resources and access to strategic partnerships. For more information, visit www.Landmarks.org.

When COVID hit, homeschooling spiked. Now, parents are reluctant to send their kids back

By Josephine McNeal

Homeschooling, once a fairly niche form of education, rose to new heights during COVID, especially among Black families who made the switch at a remarkably high rate.

Fall 2020 U.S. census data shows that the number of Black families choosing to homeschool their children quintupled. Although reports from the National Center for Education Statistics show that homeschooling has been a historically white practice, the demographic change is unsurprising to experts because nationwide disruptions to student achievement were uneven.

COVID worsened preexisting gaps between historically marginalized public school student groups and their more privileged peers. White, Asian, and higher-income students still show much higher test scores than Black, Latino, and lower-income students.

One example comes out of San Diego’s school district. The district’s annual state standardized tests represent the first districtwide picture of how the pandemic impacted student achievement. The jarring 2022 scores show 34% of Black students meeting standards in English language arts, and only 19% met standards in math.

Red flags are also waving nationwide about absenteeism from school. The pandemic complicated attendance track ing, especially because required quarantines and COVID ill ness kept many students out of school for stretches of time.

The option and resources for homeschooling are not available to every family, but steps for keeping every stu dent safe — no matter how they are being educated — are accessible for all.

Dr. Joan Prince, vice chancellor of Global Inclusion and Engagement at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a nationally renowned advocate for equity, said in a recent statement that it is important for the parents of Black children to understand that COVID-19 vaccines are still a critical tool in the fight against the virus.

“An original vaccine for those that have not yet en gaged, and the updated vaccines for all approved age groups in the family, along with face coverings are powerful weapons that can assist students in regaining normalcy with inside and external activities,” Prince said. “Following these simple steps can reverse the negative impact of the virus on school attendance and achievement.”

COVID-19 vaccines have been crucial to resolving the absentee issue, keeping students active in extracurriculars and allowing them to be around peers.

Here are some facts about vaccines:

• Updated vaccines that provide extra protection from the Omicron strains of COVID are available for anyone age 5 or older who received their last vaccine dose at least 2 months ago.

• COVID vaccines help protect people in your commu nity – including the most vulnerable community members — from the worst outcomes of COVID.

• Vaccination reduces the risk of getting long COVID by preventing COVID in the first place. Getting vaccinat ed is a safer way to build protection than getting sick with COVID.

• COVID can be unpredictable in children, with some experiencing severe outcomes or lingering symptoms. Getting children ages 6 months and older vaccinated for COVID can help keep them protected.

Every student can have a fair chance of having a healthy, successful school year.

Jospehine McNeal is the public relations specialist at CMRignite, a strategic marketing agency and a partner of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services We Can Do This COVID-19 Public Education Campaign.

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Seeks Additional Help with Operation Purple Heart

SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs urges people to assist with Operation Purple Heart, an unprecedented mission to return 11 Purple Heart medals to their rightful owners.

The military honors were submitted to the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office for safekeeping and return as part of the Un claimed Property program, also known as I-Cash or missing money.

Military medals are among the most difficult items to return because neither the Armed Forces nor the federal govern ment maintains a comprehensive list of awardees.

In an effort to find the rightful own ers, the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office is releasing additional information that the owners or their relatives might recognize. A thorough vetting of inquiries will occur once an electronic claim is made at www. illinoistreasurer.gov/icash.

Misrepresenting oneself in an effort to recover unclaimed property is a crime, will not be tolerated, and the state treasurer’s office will seek prosecution to the fullest extent of the law, especially with regard to military honors.

Each of the 11 Purple Heart medals was inside a bank safe deposit box. Each

bank determined the safe deposit box as abandoned because the owner(s) of the box had not touched it in several years. As a result, the contents of each safe deposit box were turned over to the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office.

In most cases, the conflict in which the Purple Heart was awarded, such as World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam or Desert Storm, is unclear or unknown.

The names below are the names asso ciated with the bank safe deposit box and might not be the name of the awardee. The dates below correspond to when the con tents of the bank safe deposit box contain ing the Purple Heart were turned over to the treasurer’s office, not when the medal was earned or awarded:

Robert Cawthon, submitted to the Illi nois State Treasurer’s Office Nov. 1, 1992, from Fifth-Third Bank in Oak Park.

Raymond Wilson, submitted to the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office Nov. 13, 1995.

Lawrence M. Burns, submitted to the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office Nov. 5, 1997.

Linda K. Moore, submitted to the Illi nois State Treasurer’s Office Oct. 17, 2001.

Bernice Smith, submitted to the

Illinois State Treasurer’s Office Nov. 18, 2002.

David Gorski, submitted to the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office Oct. 30, 2003.

Vincent G. Tuttle, submitted to the Illi nois State Treasurer’s Office Oct. 25, 2018.

Toni Alexander, submitted to the Illi nois State Treasurer’s Office Oct. 26, 2018.

Isbell Servina, or Mary A. Shayer, or Vincent P. Shayer, submitted to the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office Oct. 31, 2018. It is believed they lived in Chicago. Each name was on the safe deposit box. A will for Mary and a Trust for Vincent also was in the safe deposit box.

Michelle Steward or Patricia VanHas selaere, submitted to the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office Oct. 31, 2018.

Kenneth Wiest, submitted to the Illi nois State Treasurer’s Office Oct. 23, 2019.

Since 2015, the Illinois State Treasur er’s Office has successfully reunited seven Purple Hearts with their owners or heirs. It did so through an internal investigato ry process, and the office is required by law to try to return unclaimed property no matter how long it takes. Private entities holding abandoned or misplaced property are not compelled to try to identify nor locate the owner.

ARTISTS, INDUSTRY LEADERS, LEGAL EXPERTS JOIN TOGETHER TO PROTECT BLACK ART

NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- Artists, industry leaders, and legal experts have joined together in a call to “Protect Black Art,” publishing an open letter in The New York Times and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution urging legislators across America to limit how creative expression can be used against defendants on trial. Specifically, it calls for an end to the racially discriminatory practice of treating rap lyrics as confessions.

The lengthy list of diverse signatories includes companies such as Warner Music Group, Sony Music Group, Universal Music Group, BMG, Kobalt, and Atlanta-based LVRN and Quality Control, AEG Presents, Audiomack, Deezer, Live Nation Entertainment, SiriusXM, SoundCloud, Spotify, TID AL, TikTok, and YouTube Music; organizations like the American Association of Independent Music, the Amer ican Civil Liberties Union, Artist Rights Alliance, Black

Music Action Coalition, Black Women’s Roundtable, BLD PWR, Color Of Change, Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, NYU Center on Race, Inequality, and the Law, People For the American Way, PEN America, Rap Coalition, the Recording Academy, the Recording Industry Association of America, Red Hot, Sankofa.org, Songwriters of North America, Sony Music Group’s Global Social Justice Fund, and Warner Music Group / the Blavatnik Family Foundation’s Social Justice Fund.

Drafted and published by War ner Music Group (WMG), the letter reads in part:

Beyond the obvious disregard for free speech and creative expression protected by the First Amendment, this racially targeted practice punishes already marginalized communities and their stories of family, struggle, survival, and triumph.

Experts have found more than 500 cases involving rap

as evidence in public records, and they note this number is just the tip of the iceberg. For the most part, this does not account for indictment proceedings, juvenile cases, or cases that end in a plea bargain, and plea bargains are an overwhelming majority of outcomes in criminal prosecutions. Meanwhile, researchers have found only four instances since the 1950s of non-rap lyrics be ing submitted as evidence – three of those cases were thrown out, and the fourth was overturned after convic tion.

Legislators at the state and federal level are already taking action. Governor Newsom recently signed a bill into law in California, and there are bills currently under consideration in New York and New Jersey, as well as the RAP (Restoring Artistic Protection) Act introduced by Rep. Hank Johnson and Rep. Jamaal Bowman in the U.S. Congress.

The #ProtectBlackArt movement began earlier this year when Liles and Greenwald launched a change.org petition, which today has nearly 65,000 signatures.

In Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop, The Museum at FIT Presents Fresh, Fly, and Fabulous: Fifty Years of Hip Hop Style

NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- The Museum at FIT (MFIT) presents Fresh, Fly, and Fabulous: Fifty Years of Hip Hop Style, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the birth of hip hop. The largest and most comprehensive exhibition to explore this revolutionary and influential style, this also marks the first time that the museum examines fashion exclusively through one musical genre. Over 100 garments and accessories capture the pivotal mo ments in hip hop fashion’s evolution, ranging from Kangol hats to custom Dapper Dan jackets and the Manolo Blahnik Okla Alta booties inspired by Timberland work boots. The exhibition is curated by Elena Romero, journalist and assistant professor of Marketing Communications at FIT, and Elizabeth Way, associate curator of costume at MFIT, whose previous exhibi tions include Head to Toe (2021), Fabric in Fashion (2018), and Black Fashion Design ers (2016).

Visitors will see looks worn and made popular by artists Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, LL Cool J, Chuck D, Missy Elliot, Aaliyah, Khaled, Lil Nas X, and Cardi B, to name just a few. Fresh, Fly and Fabulous will also feature designs by 5001 Flavors, April Walker, Misa Hylton, Cross Colours, Karl Kani, Shirt King Phade of the Shirt Kings, FUBU, Rocawear, Wu Wear, Mecca USA, Baby Phat, Pelle Pelle, and Sean John, as well as Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Ver sace, among many others.

Born in the Bronx in 1973, hip hop was the invention of Black and Brown youth who created an innovative style of music, dance, and visual art that spoke to their lifestyles. Within two decades, hip hop had spread beyond the borders of New York City to impact international culture. Fashion and style were, and are, a major part of hip hop’s appeal. Yet hip hop style is more multidimensional

than many realize. Artists and fans have used fash ion to embrace historic glamour, convey messages of Black pride and activism, and express their individuality and unapologetic style. These fash ions include the Adidas sneakers, tracksuits, and shearling coats popularized by Run DMC; the Karl Kani clothing worn by Tupac Shakur; and Aaliyah’s iconic Tommy Hilfiger bandeau and jeans ensem ble, as well as other designer looks worn by Lil’ Kim, Cardi B, and Lil Nas X.

Fresh, Fly, and Fabulous: Fifty Years of Hip Hop Style begins with an examination of the early club venues where hip hop styles were showcased

cated to inspirational sources for hip hop style, and other sections look at the specific ways hip hop has influenced fashion categories, including denim, outerwear, and formalwear. The exhibition con cludes with a Celebrity Style section that examines the personal and stage style of trendsetting artists and a Hip Hop Glam section that illustrates the worldwide impact of hip hop artists as red carpet fashion icons in the 21st century.

Concurrent with the exhibition, The Museum at FIT will launch a new, digital guide on Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and cultural app created by Bloomberg Philanthropies. Available for download from Google Play or the App Store, Bloomberg Connects will make The Museum at FIT acces sible for both in-person and virtual visits. Users can engage with the guide to help plan museum visits, gain access to exclusive MFIT content, explore exhibitions, and learn more about Fash ion Culture programs. Fresh, Fly, and Fabulous will be the first exhibition featured in the MFIT guide, including exclusive interviews with hip hop experts.

and the media—record companies, television shows, and films—that utilized fashion as a vehicle to promote hip hop artists and ideas. Sections such as The Designer Dreams, High Fashion Does Hip Hop, Collaborations, and Hip Hop in High Fashion explore the genre’s evolving relationship with es tablished designer brands, such as Jordache, Ralph Lauren, Louis Vuitton, and Gucci, and examine how significant custom designers, such as Dapper Dan and 5001 Flavors, made hip hop style unique. Fashion was a popular way for hip hop entrepre neurs and artists to extend their musical personas, and many—including the creators of FUBU and Sean Combs—launched their own fashion lines, which grew to become influential American brands. The Sports Influence and Pink sections are dedi

The Fresh, Fly, and Fabulous: 50 Years of Hip Hop Style exhibition will be accompanied by a book of the same title (Rizzoli, 2023) with a foreword written by Slick Rick, and a symposium on February 24 that will be free and open to the public.

Fresh, Fly, and Fabulous: Fifty Years of Hip Hop Style has been made possible thanks to the generosity of the Couture Council of The Museum at FIT and The Coby Foundation. Special thanks to Barrett Barrera Projects.

The museum is open from noon to 8 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, and Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Admis sion is free. All visitors are requested to review the latest safety guidelines and protocols. For more information, visit fitnyc.edu/museum.

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CELEBRITY CHEF BALL DELIVERS 135,000 MEALS FOR SENIORS

On Oct 14th over 50 top chefs and 400 guests raised critical funds for Meals on Wheels Chicago

November 11, 2022: Over 50 top Chicago chefs, including many Michelin, James Beard, and Bib Gourmand awardees, worked together to create a truly unique ex perience for supporters of Meals on Wheels Chicago. Thanks to their hard work and the unprecedented generosity of 400 guests in attendance at The Geraghty on October 14, 2022, Celebrity Chef Ball raised enough to provide 135,000 meals to food-insecure seniors and individuals with disabilities this holiday season.

Meals on Wheels Chicago (MoWC) provides nutrition, independence, and dig nity to low-income seniors and individuals with disabilities living in every neighbor hood of the city, many of whom live on incomes below the poverty level. The pro gram began in 1987 delivering 1,218 meals and now, in their 35th anniversary year, serves over 4.7 million meals a year.

Today 1 in 6 seniors suffers from food insecurity. With the cost of food continuing to rise, many seniors are forced to sacrifice other basic needs like medicine to afford food. In response, Meals on Wheels Chica go has expanded its reach by launching a food pantry called Nourish Chicago Pantry that provides fresh produce, proteins, and other grocery items. Proceeds from Celebri ty Chef Ball are used to provide meals and fod for the home delivered meals program

and Nourish Chicago Pantry.

Celebrity Chef Ball drew some of Chicago’s top culinary talent, with the final list of participating chefs and mixologists hailing from dozens of acclaimed Chicago area restaurants, including:

• Brian Jupiter, Frontier / Ina Mae Tavern

• Federico Comacchio, Gioia Ristorante

• Jared Wentworth, Moody Tongue

• Andrew Zimmerman, Sepia / Proxi

• Fabio Viviani, Siena Tavern / Bar Siena

• Chris Pandel, Swift & Sons

“We at Meals on Wheels Chicago are humbled and grateful for the restaurant in dustry’s continued support of our program,” says Elise Geiger, Executive Director. “For over three decades, Celebrity Chef Ball has raised millions of dollars for our organi zation. Chefs giving back to their commu nity and inspiring others to do the same is what is truly special about this event, and we can’t wait for next year!” Next year’s Celebrity Chef Ball will be held on Friday, October 20, 2023 at The Geraghty (2520 S Hoyne Ave).

Sponsors for the 2022 event included: Breakthru Beverage Illinois, Samantha Crafton PR, ComEd, Deloitte, Monahan Law Group LLC, Open Kitchens, Univer sity Retina, Cecily George Photography,

Paramount

About Meals on Wheels Chicago: Meals on Wheels Chicago envisions a community in which all basic needs are met and barriers to achieving independence are eliminated. Our goal is to support programs that offer individuals a choice in their care and living arrangement, despite age, income, or ability level. We aim to relieve some of the financial hardship caused by social and economic injustices that exist in our society. Meals on Wheels Chicago has raised both private funds and awareness to accomplish our mission to ensure that both homebound seniors and individuals with disabilities benefit from programs that im prove quality of life and maximize indepen dence. Each year the home meal delivery program serves over 4.7 million meals to seniors living in Chicago, and in 2022 Meals on Wheels Chicago is celebrating 35 years of serving our community.

www.MealsOnWheelsChicago.org Facebook & Instagram: @mealson wheelschicago

AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM MEDICARE

COMPARED PLANS?

Medicare plans change every year and so can your health. Now’s the time to compare your current Medicare plan to other options and choose the right plan for your health and your budget.

Use Medicare.gov to easily compare options for Medicare health and prescription drug plans.

Do a side-by-side comparison of:

Plan Coverage

· Costs

Quality Ratings

Medicare Savings Programs, run by your state, can help lower your healthcare costs.

If you’re single with an income of $20,000 or less, or if you’re married with an income of $25,000 or less, you may be eligible to save with Medicare Savings Programs.

Call your state Medicaid office at 1-800-843-6154.

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Winter Habits

Maintain your health through the colder months

MISSION, Kan., PRNewswire -- (Family Features) Another cough and cold season calls for healthy preparation, and while there may not be a foolproof plan for escaping pesky germs, taking preventive steps and practicing self-care can help protect your health.

You can catch a cold or flu any time of the year, but they seem more common during the cooler months.

“As much as we all would love a quick cure for the common cold, unfortunately, that doesn’t exist,” said Ian K. Smith, MD. “However, there are many options one can try to relieve cold and flu symptoms, including over-the-counter medications. These medications can provide fast and much-needed relief.”

Reduce the chances you’ll contract a serious illness this cold season by following these tips from the experts at Mucinex:

Make handwashing a priority. Preventive measures like wash ing your hands often can significantly lower your odds of getting sick. In fact, handwashing is such a powerful tool against germs that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention compared it to a “do-it-yourself vaccine.” Wash regularly with soap and water for about 20 seconds, especially when handling food, caring for someone sick or after using the restroom.

Get your flu shot. The CDC recommends getting a yearly flu vaccine to protect yourself from flu viruses. Ideally, everyone 6 months and older should get one, especially anyone at high risk for flu complications due to underlying conditions or other factors.

Make overall wellness a way of life. Adopting healthy ev eryday habits means your body is in better condition to fight off potential attacks by germs and combat an illness more effectively if you do get sick. A well-balanced diet that includes moderate por tions from each of the major food groups can help ensure you’re getting the nutrition and nutrients your body needs. Staying phys ically active can help promote a stronger immune system. Getting enough sleep and making sure you’re drinking enough water can also ensure your body is ready for whatever the season brings.

Stock up on necessary supplies. If you do get sick, the best place for you is at home, where you can nurse yourself back to health. That means having the essentials on hand, like over-thecounter medications to treat uncomfortable cold and flu symptoms

Be sure to check last year’s leftovers, as some may have expired. A shopping list to fight common cold and flu symptoms should in clude pain relievers, fever reducers, decongestants, antihistamines, throat lozenges and cough suppressants, as well as plenty of facial tissue, a working thermometer, humidifier and more. Also update your supply of hand sanitizer and disinfecting cleaners and sprays to protect family members in your home.

Relieve bothersome symptoms. When you’re under the weather, treating your symptoms gives you a reprieve and lets your body rest so you can get back to feeling better. A cough is a common cold symptom, and relieving chest congestion that causes you to cough frequently can make a big difference. An option like Mucinex Extended-Release Bi-Layer Tablets, with the No. 1 phar macist recommended expectorant, is clinically proven to relieve chest congestion and thin and loosen mucus to make your cough more productive for up to 12 hours. If symptoms persist, contact your health care professional.

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Fight Congestion Like a Pro When you have a cough, you’ll try just about anything to feel better. Over-the-counter medications such as decongestants and some lifestyle habits can make a difference.

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Clinic for Young Children with Autism Opens on Chicago’s North Side

CHICAGO, PRNewswire -- Caravel Autism Health, a leader in the diagnosis and treatment of young children on the autism spectrum, has opened a new clinic to serve families on Chicago’s North Side. Caravel specializes in Applied Behavior Analysis therapy, which uses positive reinforcement to help children with autism improve a wide range of skills including communication and social. Located at 2600 West Irving Park Road, the clinic features colorful, sensory-friendly spaces where young children work one-on-one with therapists to build skills, develop confidence, and learn to connect with the world around them.

“We change lives through ABA therapy,” explained Caravel CEO Mike Miller. “This is evidence-based treatment that helps children with autism reach their greatest potential. We want Chica go children to have access to the highest quality autism services available, so we are stepping up to build clinics where families have struggled to find comparable provid ers.” The effectiveness of ABA therapy is recognized by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

As part of its commitment to achiev ing the best ABA outcomes in the field, Caravel has developed an outcomes platform called PathTap. Using PathTap, Caravel’s clinicians can track individual client progress in real-time with results data that quickly identifies ways to finetune each child’s treatment to reach the best out comes. Since implementing the technology earlier this year, Caravel has demonstrated significant growth in clinical outcomes with an increase of 30% on targeted clini cal quality components for its clients.

“Our innovative therapy approach leads to better outcomes and happier lives for the entire family,” according to Erica Smith, MA, BCBA, clinic director at Caravel/Chicago. “ABA therapy has the greatest impact during the early devel opmental years, so we’re excited to be bringing a new resource to young families on the North Side.”

Since 2009, Caravel Autism Health has been devoted to helping families nav igate the challenges of childhood autism. Our team of clinical experts specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of children on the autism spectrum. Caravel’s research-based and data-driven programs are designed to provide better outcomes that help children with autism reshape their development and embrace new ways of interacting with the world.

Caravel also offers evaluation, di agnosis, family support, and counseling services. For more information, call 312764-1557 or visit caravelautism.com.

RICH TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR WELCOMED GOVERNOR PRITZKER DURING RECENT VISIT TO SOUTHLAND

SOUTHLAND OFFICIALS TOUT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT ALL WHILE / APPEALING TO THE GOVERNOR FOR

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(Matteson, IL) Rich Township Supervisor Calvin Jordan recently led other southland officials in welcoming Illinois Governor JB Pritzker to Rich Township for a lunch held at Hidden Manor Café in Matteson.

‘Every time we have called upon the Gover nor to visit Rich Township, he has made good on our request. I’m grateful that I have established a B-line directly to his office. Our relationship has been productive and effective. He has a keen sense of our growth, accomplishments, and our needs throughout Rich Township.

Matteson Village President Sheila Chalm ers-Currins adds, “Upon Supervisor Jordan being sworn into office, Governor Pritzker immediately contacted him and began outlining projects in which the state of Illinois could embrace and en gage. His visits have been beneficial and somewhat groundbreaking for Rich Township. I truly appreci ate their great working relation-ship and friendship.

“The Governor has been great in his support of my initiatives in Springfield. He understands the complexity of my district and the challenges that often occur. I am even more impressed that he has adopted the southland spirit of inclusion and no ex clusion as it relates to minority participation through out Rich Township. The bond that he and Supervisor Jordan shares is second to none,” says Illinois State Representative Debbie Meyers-Martin.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPART MENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS INC., Plaintiff, -v.- ANTHONY SHADD, ARDINA JEFFERSON, UNKNOWN OWN ERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2021 CH 05183 329 OSAGE 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 September 13, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 15, 2022, 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 329 OSAGE STREET, PARK FOREST, IL 60466 Property Index No. 31-36-411-0080000 (Vol. 180) The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judg ment amount was $96,798.11. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculat ed on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assess ments, 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 sub ject to confirmation by the court. Upon pay ment in full of the amount bid, the purchas er 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 com mon 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 POS SESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, 30 N. LASALLE STREET, SUITE 3650, Chicago, IL, 60602 (312) 541-9710. Please refer to file number 21 9063. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPO RATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE 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 E-Mail:

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPART MENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.DIANA GALVAN, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, CITY OF CHICAGO, ILLI NOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT

AUTHORITY Defendants 19 CH 11401 2125 222ND PLACE SAUK VILLAGE, 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 27, 2020, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 8, 2022, 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 2125 222ND PLACE, SAUK VILLAGE, IL 60411 Property Index No. 32-25-412-021 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $62,438.28. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The sub ject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or spe cial taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any repre sentation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to con firmation 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 condo minium 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 commu nity, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclo sure 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 MORT GAGOR (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 ILLI

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 Alexander Potestivo, POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL, 60606 (312) 263-0003. Please refer to file number 311145. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. POTESTIVO & ASSOCI ATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago IL, 60606 312-263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. 311145 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 19 CH 11401 TJSC#: 42-4036 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 19 CH 11401 I3206819

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPART MENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WILMING TON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVID UALLY BUT AS TRUSTEE FOR PRETIUM MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST Plaintiff, -v.- DIANE F DANIELS A/K/A DIANE FRANCES DANIELS, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, TD BANK USA, N.A. Defendants 2018 CH 14417 19822 PARK AVENUE LYNWOOD, 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 27, 2020, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 19, 2022, 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 19822 PARK AVENUE, LYN WOOD, IL 60411 Property Index No. 33-07325-005-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The sub ject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or spe cial taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any repre sentation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to con firmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will

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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 condo minium 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 commu nity, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclo sure 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 MORT GAGOR (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 ILLI NOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 20-04868IL_614243 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 2018 CH 14417 TJSC#: 42-883 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 # 2018 CH 14417 I3206824

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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: Y22009837 on NOVEM BER 9,222. Under the Assumed Business Name of DOMINION CONSULTING with the business located at: 1352 W. WILSON, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60640. The true and real full name (s) and resi dence address of the owner(S)/partner (s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name SARAFI NA ASIEDU Complete Address 1352 W. WILSON, CHICAGO, ILLI NOIS 60640, USA.

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(StatePoint) If you’re feeling stressed about rising rents and interest rates, you are not alone. Most American renters say their rents increased in the past 12 months, and for many, their wage gains didn’t keep pace. In addi tion, mortgage rates have reached a two-decade high. This means that for those in the market to rent or buy a home, there is a lot to consider. According to Freddie Mac, deciding whether to rent or buy depends on your financial situation, future plans and lifestyle. You should also carefully assess the benefits and financial commitments that come with each option.

Why Buy?

If you plan to stay in your home for at least five to seven years, buying can make financial sense. Homeowners may be eligible for certain tax bene fits, and increases in home equity are important to building long-term financial independence. Plus, for those with a fixed-rate mortgage, stable monthly payments provide important predictability when creating a budg et. Another benefit to homeownership is the freedom to make decisions about your house that best suit your needs without the approval of a land lord.

Why Rent?

Compared to owning, renting is flexible and is usually low risk. Renting can require less money up front and provides you immunity to declining home values. It’s also a good option if you enjoy the ability to move rela tively quickly. Not handy? Renting is also great if you prefer to leave home repairs to someone else.

Next Steps

As you make your decision, here are a few questions to ask yourself:

1. Am ready for homeownership? Mortgage-ready homebuyers typi cally have not had a foreclosure or bankruptcy in the past seven years and no severe delinquencies in the past 12 months. Potential buyers are also often required to have credit scores and debt levels that meet certain cri teria. To learn more about credit scores and managing credit, consider using free educational resources from Freddie Mac.

2. How much can I afford? Free online tools can help you get a bet ter idea of how much you can afford based on your personal financial situation.

3. Do I have enough saved? Determine how much you have saved for a security deposit or down payment. Look into down payment assistance programs, low down payment mortgage programs and learn more about budgeting for upfront rental costs.

If you’re still unsure which path is right for you, check out My Home by Freddie Mac, which offers financial education resources. Compare costs with the site’s Rent vs. Buy Calculator, and explore the tips and tools geared to those who are renting or buying. Visit myhome.freddiemac.com to get started.

Whether you choose to rent or buy, it’s important to keep an eye on your long-term financial goals. Building good credit and making a savings plan today can better position you for the future.

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