Citizen Suburban Times Weekly 11-23-2022

New state laws taking effect Jan. 1

Right to unionize amendment projected to pass

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Minimum wage hike, pets in public housing among new changes

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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.

Ballot measure carrying 53% of total ballots cast thus far

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.

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Estimates compiled by multiple media outlets projected Tuesday that the ballot measure had support on an estimated 53 percent of the total ballots cast in the election, with more than 95 percent of the ballots counted. That’s enough for approval under one of two paths to passage for a constitutional amendment in Illinois.

The amendment, which will be added to the Bill of Rights of the Illinois Constitution, states that employees have a fundamental right to organize and bargain collectively “for the purpose of negotiating wages, hours and work ing conditions, and to protect their economic welfare and safety at work.”

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.

It also prohibits state and local governments from enacting laws that interfere with that right, including passage of so-called “right-to-work” laws, which prohibit requiring membership in a union as a condition of employ ment.

The state constitution provides two pathways for passing an amend ment. It must either be approved by 60 percent of all those voting on the measure or by more than 50 percent of all ballots cast in the election.

According to projections, the amendment received about 2.1 mil lion “yes” votes and 1.5 million votes against. That’s 58.4 percent of the votes cast on that issue but about 53 percent of all the ballots cast in the election.

“From day one, the Vote Yes for Workers’ Rights campaign has been based on the simple idea that every Illinois worker deserves bet ter. Better pay, stronger benefits, and safer workplaces don’t just help workers thrive; they strengthen our state and keep us all safe,” Illinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea said in a statement on election night.

The amendment will become effective once the Illinois State Board of Elections certifies results of the election. The board is sched uled to meet Dec. 5.

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On election night, the Vote Yes for Workers’ Rights campaign declared victory, but media outlets were slow to confirm that due to the complicated rules in Illinois for passing a constitutional amendment.

Other new laws include:

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

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House Passes Rush–Ossoff Bill Seeking Justice for Civil-Rights Cold Cases

RAOUL ANNOUNCES MULTISTATE SETTLEMENT WITH GOOGLE AFTER INVESTIGATION INTO

LOCATION TRACKING PRACTICES

WASHINGTON — The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Civil Rights Cold Case Investigations Support Act (S. 3655), a bill intro duced by U.S. Representative Bobby L. Rush (D-Ill.) and Senator Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.), which will bring closure to unsolved cases stemming from the Civil-Rights era.

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.

Springfield – Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced a more than $391 million bipartisan national settlement with Google after an investigation by Raoul and a coalition of attorneys general revealed Google misled consumers about its location tracking practices. Illinois will receive more than $19.5 million under the settlement.

“Consumers were deceived by Google as to when their location was being tracked and how that information was used,” Raoul said. “With the proliferation of smart devices that collect increased data on its users, today’s announcement high lights the need for updated privacy laws that more effectively protect consumers.”

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“There are far too many unsolved crimes from the Civil-Rights era where there could be critical information found in Federal case files. Four years ago, my bill requiring that those files be made public was signed into law. The passage of my bill today means the law will be implemented as Congress intended and grieving families and communities are now one step closer to receiving closure on what happen decades ago,” said Rep. Rush. “I am thrilled by the passage of the bill in the House today, and I look forward to seeing President Joe Biden sign this legislation into law.”

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

S. 3655 would extend the lifetime of the Civil Rights Cold Case Re cords Review Board from four years to seven years. Despite signing a bill creating the Board into law, President Trump never named any nominees to the Board. This extension will allow the board to carry out the review of unsolved cases that occurred during the Civil-Rights era, including horrific crimes like lynching, and have the time that Congress originally intended for it to carry out its work.

Raoul and a coalition of 38 attorneys general opened an investigation into Google following a 2018 Associated Press article that revealed Google recorded movements “even when you explicitly tell it not to.” The article focused on two Goo gle account settings: Location History and Web & App Activity. According to the article, the Location History default setting is “off” unless a user turns on the setting. However, Web & App Activity, a separate account setting, is automatically turned on when users set up a Google account, which includes all Android phone users.

Google uses the personal and behavioral data it collects to build detailed user profiles and target ads on behalf of its advertising customers. Location data is among the most sensitive and valuable personal information Google collects, with even limited amounts of location data capable of exposing a person’s identity and routines that can be used to infer personal details.

The review board was created by the Civil Rights Cold Case Records Collection Act of 2018 — which Rep. Rush and former Senator Doug Jones (D-Ala.) introduced and was signed into law in 2019. The law allows for citizens to request certain documents from civil rights cold cases to be declassified. The law was originally inspired by a group of high school students from Hightstown High School in New Jersey, and their teacher.

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“Today we demonstrated that the United States will never rest in the pursuit of truth and justice for those who were lynched, abducted, beaten, killed, and assaulted in the segregation era South and during the Civil Rights Movement,” said Sen. Ossoff.

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.

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Raoul and the coalition alleged that since at least 2014, Google violated state consumer protection laws by misleading consumers about its location tracking practices in various ways. Specifically, Google caused users to be confused about the scope of the Location History setting, the fact that the Web & App Activity setting existed and also collected location information, and the extent to which consumers who use Google products and services could limit Google’s location tracking by adjusting their account and device settings.

Under the settlement, Google has agreed to a series of provisions designed to give consumers more transparency into Google’s practices, including showing additional information whenever users turn an account setting on or off; making key information about location tracking unavoidable for users (i.e., not hidden); and creating an enhanced “Location Technologies” webpage where users can get detailed information about the type(s) of location data Google collects and how it’s used.

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The legislation has bipartisan support and was cosponsored by Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.), Represen tative Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), and Representative Don Bacon (R-Neb.).

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

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.

Addressing cold cases from the Civil-Rights era has been a priority for Rep. Rush, as he has introduced and shepherded both Civil-Rights era cold-case bills in Congress but has also sought to make sure the process was appropriately funded. Rep. Rush led a letter signed by 37 other Members of Congress to the U.S. House Committee on Appropriations’ Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government supporting the highest pos sible funding for the Civil Rights Cold Case Records Review Board

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.

The settlement also puts limits on Google’s use and storage of certain types of location information and requires Google account controls to be more user-friendly.

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

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

Joining Raoul in leading the settlement negotiations are the attorneys general of Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Tennessee. Joining Raoul in announcing the final settlement include the attorneys general of Alabama, Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia and Wisconsin.

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

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America’s First Caribbean Museum

Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary and Launches Giving Season Campaign

PLANTATION, Fla., PRNewswire -- Island

SPACE, the first and only Caribbean heritage museum in the United States, is celebrating its second anniversa ry and the #GivingSeason with a series of opportunities for patrons to support its mission to elevate the profile of Caribbean art, history and culture throughout the diaspora.

Finally, from #GivingTuesday on Nov. 29 through New Year’s Day, Island SPACE invites the generations of Caribbean people they represent, the companies they work for and their friends and family who love Caribbean culture to support the museum through multiple platforms including GoFundMe, Facebook and AmazonSmile, as well as Benevity for corporate giving. In addition, donations can be made directly through PayPal or Zelle to give@islandspacefl.org, or email the museum for details at museum@islandspacefl.org. For more information go to islandspacefl.org/giving.

Previous supporters have included Florida Power

& Light Company, Grace Foods, and The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation.

Board president Calibe Thompson said, “We’ve made great strides in promoting exceptional Caribbean arts and cultural programs.This giving season, we aim to earn the financial support of a broad community so we can do even more in ‘the place where Caribbean cultures unite.’”

Island Society for the Promotion of Artistic and Cultural Education (Island SPACE) is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization dedicated to the advancement of arts, culture, history, and educational initiatives that represent the Caribbean region, in South Florida and the broader diaspora.

The public is invited to visit the museum Thurs days through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. General museum entry is $10 per adult and $5 per child. Visit islandspacefl.org to learn more.

HOPE FOR AFRICA, YOUTH VOW TO TRANSFORM THE CONTINENT

BY NICHOLAS THOMPSON

There is a renewed hope for Africa. Young African Christian leaders have pledged to play their role in transforming Africa. A resolution to this effect was adopted by the youth leaders at the end of the All Africa Youth Congress in Ghana’s capital, Accra this November. The confer ence was held at a time when economic hardships are forcing youths to flee Africa at an alarming rate at the risk of their lives. Africa has the world’s youngest population, with 70 percent of young people under 30 years old, according to data released at the conference.

With the theme, “Africa, My Home and My Future,” the conference attracted about 1,000 delegates from all parts of Africa, the Diaspora and people of Afri can descent. Sponsored by the All Africa Conference of Churches, prominent Af rican clergymen deplored Africa’s plight, and empowered the youths. Fired up, the youth leaders vowed to do their part and prayed for divine intervention on their side. Among the stirring songs, delegates sang, “God, our guide in ages past, our hope for years to come.”

“The Accra congress is bound to have an enormous impact on the conti nent, ‘’ said Min. Dr. Nicholas Okai jah-Thompson, executive director of the Chicago-based Africa Resurrection and Restoration Ministries (ARRM).

“It resulted in united ways for youth leaders to work as Christ ambassadors and be engaged effectively in developing Africa. They can work to build self-suf ficient economies in place of the systems of colonialism, slavery, and mismanage ment after political independence.

“African Christian youth leaders are emerging as agents of change to free the continent spiritually, and advance their people economically, socially and culturally.”

Stella Gasu, a delegate of ARRM, was delighted with the turnout for the congress. “It was amazing to see hun dreds of hundreds of Christians from all parts of the continent assembling for this historic congress,” she said. “Certainly, God is with us, and as we seek his face, He will make a way to free us from our

sufferings. He did it for the children of Israel by freeing them from the political and economic oppression of ancient Egypt.”

As an expression of solidarity with the Accra congress, Rev. Douglas Man dere of Kenya led in singing and prayers on Chicago ARRM’s Saturday Resurrec tion Prayer line. Rev. Dr. Kofi-Noonoo, president of the Council of Ghanaian Churches, offered a moving summary prayer. It was proposed that an annual day of prayer be observed by all African Christians worldwide on the Saturday following Africa Liberation Day, May 25.

At another event, other African Christian leaders welcomed the initiative of the youth congress. “The meeting of the African young Christian leaders in Accra is of great interest for Africa and Christianity. We are obliged to support the future leaders of the continent,’’ declared Rev. James Sheldou of Liberia and pastor of the Living Sacrifices Church, Chicago. He moved for a message of support to be sent to the youth congress.

Equally supportive of the congress was Rev. James Acquaah, pastor of the Ghanaian Presbyterian Church, Chicago. A motion by Rev. Acquaah and Min. Okaijah Thompson was adopted to form a united African christian body to work with the youth congress and the All Afri ca Conference of Churches. The group, tentatively the US-Africa Christians Organization (USAMCO), would be open to all Africans, African-Americans and Caribbeans. A meeting is planned in the next few weeks to involve other interested persons.

Inspiring songs were sung at the event by Pastor Abeola Kolowale of Nigeria; and Pastor Emmanuel Amonoo, Associate Pastor Rev. Nana Owusu-Be mpah and Evangelist Kwamena Sam, all of the First Ghana United Church, offered insightful prayers. “The time of the African people worldwide is now” was the consensus of the meeting, in support of the Accra congress..

Nicholas Thompson is executive director of Africa Resurrection and Restoration Ministries (ARRM) based in Chicago. He holds degrees in political science, journalism and theology.

New History Program Serves Up Anti-Racist Curriculum for Schools

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-- Film director and educator Bran di Webb collaborated with veteran educator Melody Michaux, to develop the 3E Program for Social Justice and Change. The 3E Program is a U.S His tory curriculum resource that provides middle and high school educators with lesson plans, resources, assessments, and video segments and uses New York state standards as a basis. These standards fall in line with social studies requirements in many other states. Video segments used to accompany 3E Program lessons are from Webb’s award-winning documentary, Betrayal of a Nation. Film topics addressed include the American Dream, the Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment, the Tulsa Race Massacre, and Reparations, along

with five other topics. With a focus on Ethics, Empathy, and Empowerment, the program offers instructors an opportunity to provide their students an in-depth examination of historical events that have impacted African Americans and People of Color. These events have been lightly touched on, distorted, or omitted altogether in con ventional U.S History syllabi. The goal of the 3E Program is to build a new legacy free of racism.

Betrayal of a Nation is an experi mental documentary that chronicles U.S History in the format of a trial and in dicts U.S agencies on charges related to the oppression of Black and Brown citizens. The film received awards from the Peo ple’s Film Festival, IndieFilm Fest, and has screened at several

festivals during 2021. After viewing the documentary, Michaux and other participants expressed a need for the film to be shown in schools as a learning resource for students. In response to the overwhelming demand to have the film’s topics integrated into school curricula, Webb and Michaux created the 3E Program.

Administrators from schools and organizations, teachers, and parents that are homeschooling, can access the subscrip tion-based program online at www.3eprogram.com. Professional development is offered to schools who wish to implement the program in their classrooms. The 3E Program for Social Justice and Change also provides virtual classes of the history curricu lum for homeschooled students, taught by 3E Program educa tors. Virtual classes begin Nov. 28th.

“Ms. Webb’s research and vision brilliantly takes students on a journey that fills many gaps in African American history,” stated Michael Oby, Professor at Clark Atlanta University.

To learn more about the 3E Program for Social Justice and Change, visit www.3eprogram.com.

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A Haitian themed display in the main archive at Island SPACE Caribbean Museum | Photography by Island Syndicate

Filmmaker and Educator Brandi Webb, Co-cre ator of the 3E Program for Social Justice and Change. PRNEWSFOTO.

Educator Melody Michaux, Co-creator of the 3E Program for Social Justice and Change. PRNEWSFOTO.

Asheville Shines Bright with Classic Holiday Traditions and Fresh Festivities

3 MICHELIN Star Restaurants Shine in Inaugural MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI, UAE, PRNewswire -- The MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi 2023 is pleased to present the very first selection of 42 restaurants in the capital of the United Arab Emirates. 3 restaurants are recognised with one MICHELIN Star for their high-quality cooking and 4 establish ments receive a Bib Gourmand for offering good food at moderate prices.

Amongst the 42 restaurants recognised in the inaugural edition of the MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi, one MICHELIN Star is awarded to Talea by Antonio Guida, for pleasing diners with its “Cucina di Famiglia” or family style Italian cuisine; Hakkasan, a restaurant celebrating traditional Cantonese flavours; and contemporary Japanese restaurant 99 Sushi Bar.

Abu Dhabi, the capital and largest Emirate of the United Arab Emirates, is a melting pot of cuisines and cultures. A dynamic centre for sports, art and cultural exchanges, the city is emerging as a gastronomic hotspot known for its rich yet diverse culinary scene, from local Emirati eateries to luxury dining rooms.

3 Restaurants Awarded One MICHELIN Star

ASHEVILLE, N.C., PRNewswire -- Historic holiday celebrations, extravagant light displays, festive events, and specialty pop-up markets infuse yuletide magic throughout Asheville, N.C. Visitors and locals come together this season to celebrate with both timeless traditions and revived artful experiences that offer some thing for everyone.

Biltmore decks the halls of America’s Largest Home, a tradition that began in 1895 when George Vanderbilt opened Biltmore House to family and friends for the first time. This year’s “Winter Landscapes” theme brings the outdoors inside, inspired by the 200th birthday of Freder ick Law Olmsted, the estate’s famed landscape architect. Guests can expect magical wintry scenes and dramatic landscapes reminiscent of iconic Olmsted designs.

Christmas at Biltmore daytime celebration, Nov. 4, 2022 – Jan. 8, 2023

Candlelight Christmas Evenings, Nov. 4, 2022 – Jan. 7, 2023

Winter Lights, Nov. 18 – Dec. 31, 2022

Lake Julian Festival of Lights, Dec. 4 – 23, 2022

National Gingerbread Competition Exhibit, Nov. 28, 2022 – Jan. 2, 2023

Dickens in the Village Festival, Dec. 2 – 3, 2022

25th Annual Santa on the Chimney, Dec. 3 & 10, 2022

The Holiday Tree Lighting at Biltmore Park, Dec. 3, 2022

LaZoom Hey Asheville: Holiday Tour, Nov. 25 – Dec. 24, 2022

Winter Wonderland and New Year’s Eve Celebration at Grove Arcade, Nov. 19 – Dec. 31, 2022

The First Annual Holiday Collectors Ornament Show,

Nov. 11 – Dec. 27, 2022

Fourth Annual Vessels of Merriment Exhibition, Nov. 12 – Dec. 31, 2022

A Very Glassy Holiday Market, Nov. 18 –Dec. 31, 2022

Pop-Up Markets & Events

Holiday shoppers can make a gift list and check it twice while in town with special pop-up markets and seasonal events.

Studio Stroll in the River Arts District, Nov. 12 – 13, 2022

The Big Crafty at Harrahs Cherokee Center Asheville, Dec. 3 – 4, 2002

Holiday Makers Sale at The Folk Art Center, Dec. 7 & 14, 2022

Holiday Sip & Shop at Grovewood Gallery, Dec. 9 – 11, 2022

Holiday Craft Market at Local Cloth, Dec. 10 – 22, 2022

Holiday Makers Market at Citizen Vinyl, Dec. 10 – 11, 2022

Holiday Makers Market at 12 Bones Brewing, Dec. 11, 2022

Sip and Shop Jewelry Jubilee at The Magnetic Theatre, Dec. 12, 2022

For more information on holiday events, new offerings and ideas for visitors to play, indulge and revel in this winter travel season in Asheville, visit ExploreAsheville.com/holidays. For the perfect holiday gift idea, stocking stuffer or present for a loved one, visit the 2022 Handmade Holiday Gift Guide.

99 Sushi Bar receives one MICHELIN Star for its beautifully pre sented dishes, full of finesse and precision. This chic Japanese restau rant’s primary goal is to underline the quality of its ingredients, with contemporary touches done with subtlety and care. Its Spanish owners import most of the seafood from their native country; the red shrimp is particularly noteworthy. It’s all run as smoothly as silk and is the ideal venue for an intimate dining experience.

Hakkasan’s Abu Dhabi outpost is instantly recognisable, thanks to its sultry and chic oriental décor. Located within the Emirates Palace hotel, this Cantonese cuisine led restaurant adds another MICHELIN Star to the brand by offering customers time-honoured classics such as Peking duck or Chilean sea bass with honey, as well as their celebrated dim sum prepared with enormous skill.

Talea by Antonio Guida is awarded one MICHELIN Star for its understated Italian sophistication. Overseen by chef Antonio Guida who made and cemented his reputation in Milan, Restaurant Talea celebrates “Cucina di Famiglia” or family-style cooking, offering guests simple but exhilarating flavours. Purity and vibrancy are evident in sublime dishes such as Maccheroncelli alla Genovese, turbot with Mediterranean Guazzetto and tiramisu that’s made right in front of customers.

4 Establishments Awarded a Bib Gourmand

Almayass gets a nod from the MICHELIN Guide inspectors for its Lebanese and Armenian influences.

Beirut Sur Mer is about enjoying Lebanese food by the sea. This restaurant is awarded a Bib Gourmand for its classics ranging from mezze to Mashawi.

Otoro receives a MICHELIN Guide Bib Gourmand for its take on contemporary Japanese cuisine, with signature dishes such as: yellowtail carpaccio, tuna tartare with yuzu dressing and titular otoro nigiri just to name a few.

Tazal’s Mediterranean food, with its exhilarating infusion of Europe an influences and Arabic touches is also awarded a Bib Gourmand.

The full selection of the MICHELIN Guide Abu Dhabi 2023 will be available free of charge on the MICHELIN Guide website and app. The restaurants will join the MICHELIN Guide selection of hotels, which features the most unique and exciting places to stay in Abu Dhabi and throughout the world. Visit the MICHELIN Guide website, or download the free app for iOS and Android, to discover every restaurant in the selection and book an unforgettable hotel.

Tropical Paradise Sanya Makes Itself a Top Golfing Destination in China

SANYA, China, PRNewswire -- As the intense summer heat fades and the monsoon season gives way to sunshine and clement weather, the tropical paradise Sanya, a popular resort city on the southern tip of China’s Hainan Island, makes for an ideal destina tion for outdoor sports such as golf. Home to world-class hotels and restaurants, golden beaches, breath-taking ocean and mountain views, Sanya is famed for its natural wonders and checks all the boxes to make it a world-leading top golf destination. With some of top golf courses in the region, Sanya is ready to give global golfers a relaxing getaway.

Opened to the public in 2000, Yalong Bay Golf Club is designed by the US master-designer Robert Trent Jones who set out to create “a championship linksland resort course”. Mea suring 7,189 yards, the club’s 18-hole course covers an area of 68 hectares, with a par of 72, ninety-eight bunkers, and a 120,000-square-meter snaking river dissecting the golf course. One of the top 10 courses in China and the top 1000 courses in the world, Yalong Bay Golf Club has been selected as the competition venue for 19 professional golf tournaments over the past 21 years and is one of the few courses in China that has hosted the Asian

Tour, European Tour, and PGA Tour.

Luhuitou Golf Club

Equipped with floodlights for night golf, Luhuitou Golf Club is a standard 18-hole, 72-par course, designed by Nelson Haworth from the American golf design company N&H who also super vised its construction. Stretching across 7,310 yards in the heart of Luhuitou peninsula on the southernmost tip of Hainan Island, it has long been regarded as the premier golf destination in China in large part to its layout and location. Nestled between mountains to the south and north and facing the South China Sea on two other sides, the course is blessed with a picturesque natural landscape, combined with luxurious amenities, superior services and facilities that allowed it to clinch the accolade as one of “China’s Top 10 Extraordinary Golf Resorts” in 2022.

Sun Valley Golf Resort (Sanya)

Built on a parcel of highland that offers a commanding view of Yalong Bay of Sanya, Sun Valley Golf Resort is a JMP-designed championship course that extends to over 7,800 yards, playing to a par of 73. Surrounded by the pristine natural environment with the

course covered with generous green, three holes of the course run along lakes tucked in the valley with five fairways laying across a sprawling desert. One of the biggest highlights of the course is its China’s first Par-6 course that measures 828 yards from the golden tee box, promising to provide a challenging round of golf for every level of player.

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Begonia Bay Peninsula Golf Club

Few places can rival the beauty of Begonia Bay Peninsula Golf Club which is designed with a striking mountainous backdrop and a tranquil deep blue ocean frontage. Facing water on three sides, the 18-hole golf course measures 7,132 yards in length and covers an area of over 133,000 square meters, with the US design company IMG at the helm of its design which was later modified by Neil Haworth.

“Sanya is a destination of possibilities. We have been enrich ing our offering to serve the demands of various visitors world wide. We welcome global tourists to come to Sanya. Sanya will provide everything you’ll need for a relaxing getaway and promise you an unforgettable memory,” said Albert Yip, director general of the Sanya Tourism Promotion Board.

A Record-Breaking Evening for Delivering Good Celebrating Leadership and Excellence in Fashion, Finance, and Beyond

NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- National nonprofit Delivering Good celebrated its annual fundraising event recently, raising a record-breaking $2.1M from sponsors and attendees including $203,000 from the auction and fund-a-need appeal. Over 500 guests were in attendance. The event was held at the historical Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City and highlight ed leadership and excellence in fashion, finance, and philanthropy with a program that focused on purpose, recognition, and entertainment!

The 2022 Evening of Delivering Good event opened with a roaring performance by The Brooklyn United Music and Arts Program, a youth marching band and dance line that was also the 2022 Grand Mar shal at the 49th NYC Village Halloween Parade just days prior. Delivering Good Board Member and Cre ative Director of HALSTON, Ken Downing, served as the host and emcee of the evening and enchanted the guests with thoughtful stories and several surprises throughout the night, including some special gifts for some guests in attendance.

Delivering Good’s Chair, and Founder and CEO of The O Alliance, Andrea Weiss, spoke to the audi ence about forming closer relationships with partners and supporters of the organization in the year ahead in order to better help those in need. Weiss was followed by the newly appointed CEO, Matthew Fasciano who noted the group’s work and influence in the larger community.

The program continued with Harry Santa-Olalla who led an appeal to fund a variety of needs for the organization including its core mission of providing new merchandise for families and individuals in need and a spirited auction that included a once-in a lifetime Dallas Cowboys gameday experience that went for $20,000 and a week’s stay at the exclusive Casa Sybil in the Dominican Republic that went for $10,000. The audience also heard directly from several clients and partners of Delivering Good who shared their emotion al stories of challenges and perseverance.

The dinner service followed and was accompa nied by yet another incredible musical performance, this one by the crossover quartet, Sons of Serendip. Awards and acceptance speeches came after

the dinner break. First up was the Innovation Award given to Tackle Tomorrow by Ted Uzelac, President of Fischer, and accepted by Charles Haley, President, and Clifford Fischer, Board Chairman. In his acceptance speech, Fischer remarked on an encounter with Andrea Weiss that led to the idea of a toy store project, which has improved student reading in respective schools from 30% at grade level to an astounding 80% at grade level or higher.

Haley followed by sharing his personal struggles with reading and thanking Delivering Good for help ing Tackle Tomorrow combat illiteracy through the donation of products for children in need.

Up next was the Vangaurd Award presented by Lew Frankfort, founder of Benvolio Group to Todd Kahn, the CEO and Brand President at Coach. In his acceptance speech, Kahn spoke about the fashion in dustry’s support of many causes with time and funding and how “Delivering Good uses our product and not just our money and influence to do good and change lives.”

The next honoree, Nicole Pullen Ross, Partner at Goldman Sachs and the NY Private Wealth Man agement Region Head, as well as Head of Sports & Entertainment Solutions, was presented with the Impact Award by John Mallory, the Co-Head of Global Private Wealth Management at Goldman Sachs. Ross thanked the organization for their “tireless efforts to help those during some of their most meaningful times of need” and spoke about the impact that one can make from a professional and personal standpoint.

The award presentation wrapped with the Life time Achievement Award going to Steven Sadove, Retired Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Saks Incorporated which was presented to him by Chris Baldwin, Managing Partner at CVC Capital Partners. Sadove gave a wonderful lookback on his many years in fashion and the vital work that Delivering Good has provided to the industry that he admires so much.

The event concluded with Ken Downing who was joined on stage by Joe Abruzzo, Delivering Good Board Member and Head of Commercial Banking at Santander. The two congratulated the honorees and made a final appeal for donations.

FOOT LOCKER KICKS OFF THE 2022 HOLIDAY SEASON WITH DEBUT OF STAR-STUDDED GLOBAL HOLIDAY CAMPAIGN

NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- Global retailer Foot Locker, part of Foot Locker, Inc. (NYSE: FL), unveiled the debut of its global Holiday 2022 campaign - Foot Locker Holiday House Party. Featuring a house party for sneaker fans around the world, all are welcomed to an epic event where no one is left off of the guestlist. Just as importantly, the campaign highlights why Foot Locker is and continues to be the sneaker home for the holidays and year-round.

The holiday campaign footage is filmed through a mobile-first approach, using only iPhone footage captured by the party’s attendees. In the footage, they reveal a series of events from the night while showcasing their go-to Foot Locker footwear and apparel. In addition to Foot Locker’s signature employees, better known as Stripers, the campaign features var ious talent from across the world including musicians BIA, Yung Gravy, and Lunay, along with notable online personalities Ye Ali, Ralph Romeo, Orange Calderon, Tamara Dhia, and more. Through their own lens, each featured talent documents the experience and shares how they celebrate all things sneakers with the “officials” of the sneaker world at Foot Locker.

“Foot Locker employees are iconic,” said campaign talent, Yung Gravy. “I had a blast getting to work with them on this project. I’m excited to jump into the holiday season and to do some good with the team.”

To bring the global campaign to life, Foot Locker will host a 24-hour global holiday celebration on December 16th. Kicking off in Asia, the celebration will continue over the course of 24 hours at Foot Locker stores in Seoul, Paris, New York and Los Angeles.

Foot Locker has a vast array of apparel and footwear product offer ings for kids, teens and adults that are quintessential this holiday season and beyond. Product offerings include Foot Locker’s major brands such as Nike, Jordan, adidas, PUMA, New Balance, On Running, HOKA, UGG and Timberland, private label brands LCKR and COZI, as well as local, up and coming brands that continue to be discovered within major markets across the globe through Foot Locker’s Home Grown platform.

“The Foot Locker team is excited to spread the holiday cheer this season and continue to be the premier destination for all consumers who are seeking the best in sneakers and apparel,” said Andrew Gray, Execu tive Vice President, Global Lockers and Champs Sports. “As a retailer, we are committed to delivering industry-leading products with go-to brands and exclusives that our customers love. Our trusted Foot Locker Stripers played a crucial role in our holiday campaign and we are so thankful for their involvement to bring this to life. We can’t wait for consumers to experience all of the surprises that we have in store this season.”

In tandem with the unveiling of this campaign, Foot Locker will continue to celebrate the holidays with its customers all season long with planned in-store celebrations and giveback moments at its stores globally. This includes “Secret Striper” giveback moments in Foot Locker stores across North America on Giving Tuesday.

For more information, visit www.footlocker.com.

2022 Honorees Clifford Fischer, Nicole Pullen Ross, Charles Haley, Todd Kahn, and Steve Sadove.

(PHOTO CREDIT CRAIG BARRITT FOR GETTY IMAGES)

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Honoring those who serve 24/7

With over 200,000 veterans and service men and women reentering the workforce each year, Bank of America is supporting the unique needs of our heroes as they transition to civilian life and careers.

Some steps we’re taking to support veterans and military members:

• Offering free online resources through BetterMoneyHabits.com on topics specific to them, from home buying to retirement

• Expanding the number of financial centers near military installations to address the needs of military customers

• Continuing our hiring momentum — more than 15% of our new hires are military veterans

My teammates and I here in Chicago are proud to support our military service men and women, especially as we celebrate Veterans Day. Thank you for your service.

Rita Sola Cook President, Bank of

America Chicago

LEXUS JOINS FORCES WITH ADIDAS AND ADIDAS S.E.E.D TO CREATE A CUSTOM ALL-NEW LEXUS RX

PLANO, Texas, PRNewswire -Strength in unity unlocks new possibili ties. Lexus has unveiled what’s possible when the luxury automaker, adidas, adidas S.E.E.D, Calty Design Research and 3D printing company Carbon join forces. As a result, the all-new Lexus RX 500h F SPORT is transformed into an eye-catching crossover inspired by Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” now playing only in theaters.

To help celebrate the recent launch of adidas’ “Wakanda Forever Col lection,” the team at adidas sought to bring their “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”-inspired designs into the automotive space. Created for the best athletes in the world, this performance sportswear embodies what it means to be Wakandan and explores the question, “What if Wakanda had a national athletic team?” The vehicle wrap builds on the custom identity of the fiction al African nation as envisioned by adidas, creating an automotive identity that matches the fashion collection.

The re-imagined exterior of the RX features the Wakandan-inspired print and purple colorway used throughout the adidas sportswear collection. A diamond pattern inlayed across the hood is inspired by the Black Panther’s claw necklace. Gold details, a tie to the new Black Panther’s suit, accent the exterior, with unique “F” center caps, F SPORT on the wheels and Lexus badging that are reimagined using the fictional Wakandan alphabet. The word “Vibe-Branium,” also spelled in the Wakandan alphabet, is added to the rear badging as part of its unique name: the Lexus RX 500h Vibe-Brani um AWD DIRECT4.

Beyond the customized exterior wrap, the students at adidas S.E.E.D (School for Experiential Education in Design) embraced the challenge to re imagine the all-new Lexus RX interior by using the much-anticipated sequel as its source of inspiration.

To help guide the students through the design process, Calty Design Research led the students through a series of workshops exploring automo tive design, Lexus design, creative processes, color and materials and the power of collaboration.

Carbon, an adidas partner since 2017, has revolutionized athletic footwear by providing the technology platform for the production of adidas 4D midsoles. Carbon DLS™ (Digital Light Synthesis™) technology is pioneered by 3D printing specialists aligning innovation and sustainability in collaboration with adidas to create a portfolio of athletic footwear that meet specific performance needs. In addition, Carbon’s footprint on the silver screen contributing to costumes, animatronics and other worldly environ ments make them the perfect partner to help realize the S.E.E.D student’s interior vision.

As part of Lexus’s mission to mine budding talent in the creative realm, versatile multi-hyphenated visual storyteller Cami Thomas will document the collaboration with a featurette which is set to release in mid-November on digital platforms.

The custom build will feature an interior re-imagined with future-fo cused designs, textures and materials. Using the modern luxury of the latest RX as a canvas, adidas’s custom Wakanda-inspired tribal gold print covers sections of the seating surfaces and are featured prominently on the seat bolsters in particular. The same pattern is applied to the door panel inserts and in purple sections of the steering wheel. The F SPORT door sill plate is translated in the Wakandan alphabet along with “Wakanda Forever”, which is embroidered on the steering wheel. Key tactile areas such as the steering wheel pad and front and rear headrests are covered in the Carbon 3D printed energy-returning athletic shoe mid-sole material used in the adidas 4D-FWD. The front head rests include Lexus’s signature emblem and the rear center head rest houses adidas’s iconic logo. Meanwhile, surfaces around the shifter are decorated in laser-cut wood and gold trim that accents the interior to help create a uniquely Wakandan-inspired in-car environment.

To celebrate this moment, the powerhouse brands will drop a limited release T-Shirt designed by the students at adidas S.E.E.D. The exclu sive T-shirt will be available to select influencers. The front of the T-Shirt includes an African Proverb written in Wakandan (“Educate a Woman, Ed ucate a Nation”) stylized in traditional Japanese format, tategaki. The back of the T-Shirt pays homage to mineral rich Wakanda’s Vibranium that has helped shaped its future focused society through a periodic table transcribed in Wakandan. In addition, the T-Shirt’s wash tag houses emblems from the super power team, LEXUS, adidas, adidas S.E.E.D, Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” and Carbon.

In the hands of veteran custom car builder Gordon Ting, he helps fully realize the custom “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”-inspired Lexus RX inside and out.

Wendy Raquel Robinson to Host the Inaugural HBCU Honors Awards Show

MIAMI, PRNews wire -- The inaugural HBCU Honors award show will showcase the “Who’s Who of HBCUs,” and will celebrate the best and brightest HBCU alumni across various industries. The event will be held at the Black Archives-Historic Lyric Theater in Miami, Florida. Emmy award-winning ac tress and producer Wendy Raquel Robinson, a How ard University alumna, will host the all-star night of Black Excellence. The event will be broadcasted during Black History Month in February 2023.

As this year’s HBCU Honors host, Robinson will light up the screen no less and captivate viewers. “I am thrilled to be a part of history as host of this in credible inaugural HBCU Award Show,” Robinson said. “I’m a proud alumna of Howard University and I am ready for the exciting night that is for us, by us, and unapologetically cele brates us and our beloved HBCU lifestyle.”

HBCU Honors will salute game-changers, inno vators, legends, and history-makers. The event will pay tribute to HBCU alumni who have made an indelible mark on the Black community and beyond. With recent

HBCU historic firsts including the inaugu ration of United States Vice-President Kamala Harris, these institutions of higher learning have been placed on the world’s center stage.

During this renais sance of heightened visibility, there is no better time than now to celebrate and elevate the legacy of HBCUs and illustrious HBCU alumni. “Our amazing HBCU honorees and trailblazers embody HBCU excellence, crushing glass ceilings, driving equity and inclusion, challenging the status quo, dis pelling stereotypes, and advancing the HBCU mission,” said HBCU Honors Awards creator and former BET Networks Senior Vice-President Michelle M. Bailey, a Spelman College alumna.

Eight esteemed HBCU alumni will be lauded during the awards ceremony who have excelled to the highest levels respectively in the areas of aero space and aviation, business, entrepreneurship, public service, media, entertainment, and academia. Visit www. hbcuhonors.com for more information.

BET ANNOUNCES NEW AIR DATE FOR “SOUL TRAIN AWARDS” 2022

NEW YORK, PRNewswire -- BET has announced the new air date for “Soul Train Awards” 2022, now pre miering at 8 p.m. EST Saturday, Nov. 26, on BET, BET HER, Logo, MTV2, and VH1, hosted by award-winning comedian and actor Deon Cole. J. Valentine joins previously announced Ari Lennox, Chanteě Moore, Muni Long, SiR, Tank, and BET Ampli fied stage artists Coco Jones and Q as performers. BET also announced this year’s presenters to include JB Smoove, Lucky Daye, Mark Tallman & Michelle Mitchenor (BET+ Original Series “First Wives Club”), and Queen Naija.

The “Soul Train Awards Red Carpet Special” preshow will air at 7 p.m. EST with hosts Tank covering the Main Stage, Letoya Luckett on the Correspondent Stage, and Novi Brown (“Tyler Perry’s Sistas”) in the Walmart Lounge.

Iconic 80’s funk band Morris Day & The Time will receive the ‘Legend’ award. Legendary multiplat inum-selling R&B supergroup Xscape will receive the ‘Lady of Soul’ honor.

Alex Vaughn, Durand Bernarr, Muni Long, and Tasha Cobbs Leonard are set to blend harmonies for this year’s Soul Cypher sponsored by Walmart. Renowned DJ and music producer D-Nice will take command of the turntables, all culminating to make “Soul Train Awards” 2022, the feel good party of the year.

“Soul Train Awards” 2022 pre sented by BET, will feature an exciting lineup of unforgettable performances including special moments and appear ances by some of the brightest stars in Black culture and entertainment. The annual event is committed to showcas ing the impact of Soul Train on music and dance from the ‘70s to today.

Connie Orlando, EVP, Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy will oversee the annual show and Exec utive Produce for BET with Jamal Noisette, VP, Specials & Music Programming. Jesse Collins, CEO of Jesse Collins Entertainment, to serve as Executive Producer of “Soul Train Awards” 2022 along with Jesse Collins Entertainment’s Jeannae Rouzan–Clay and Dionne Harmon.

Emmy® Award-Winning Producer, Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson to Host the Inaugural HBCU Honors Awards Show produced by Hip Rock Star Media. PRNewsFoto.

Tips for Winterizing Your Home

Winterizing your home now can help you avoid frozen pipes, storm damage

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wintertime, it can be difficult to maintain those “perfect” interior conditions. HVAC systems

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not be as well insulated as it should be.

As a result, utility bills can be quite shocking, especially when you consider Americans are expected to spend more than 30% extra on natural gas or 6% more on electricity this winter due to inflation, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration .

Homeowners could save as much as 20% on their energy bills by making some improvements

ensure your home is ready as the thermometer slips, consider

1Trim Your Trees

Start outside by trimming all your trees back. Get rid of any overhanging branches that come near your house. Doing this may help avoid issues during wind, snow or ice storms and protect your roof if too much ice builds up on those branches.

While you are outside, clean out your gutters and remove any leaves that may have accumulated to help prevent over flow and attic leaks.

2 Add Insulation

You may need to install additional insulation in the attic if the existing insulation looks old, threadbare or patchy. New insulation can come in many different forms like polystyrene, fiberglass or wool, and can either be filled, rolled out or sprayed.

Additional insulation can help trap pockets of air and ensure your heat does not flow upward and out of the house. After all, up to 90% of homes in the U.S. are under-insulated, according to the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association.

3Clean the Air Filter

Clean your HVAC air filter once per month, espe cially during the winter months. You are less likely to open any windows, so most of the air in your home is likely to be recirculated, making it important that the air is breathable and clean. Reusable filters can be washed under a running tap and left to dry before being replaced, which can help get rid of

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Use this change of season to get your air conditioning system professionally serviced. It may have been working overtime during a particularly hot summer, and you want to avoid any potential issues during the dead of winter. It may also be less expensive and easier to find a professional HVAC company with availability during the winter months.

5Add

a Programmable Thermostat

A programmable thermostat can help you save money and stay comfortable. It can be programmed for specific times of day, like when you are home and when you’re not. If it’s Wi-Fi-enabled, it can be accessed by an app on your smartphone for easy programming while out for the day or on vacation. While you may be able to install one yourself, it’s important to enlist the help of a professional if you are hardwiring the thermostat.

6Reverse Your Fans

Simply flip the switch on the side of each ceiling fan in your home to reverse the direction of airflow back to clockwise. This practice creates an up draft, which pushes warm air down as it rises, keeping the heat where you need it. Sometimes, you can even change the direction of your fans with a remote control.

7 Clean Your Chimney

Whether you use the fireplace every day or only on occasion, it can be potentially hazardous if not serviced regularly. Have a professional company service your chimney every year before you begin to use it. If you have no intention of lighting anything, get a chimney balloon, which plugs the space, eliminating drafts and keeping heat in.

8Weatherproof Windows

When it comes to windows, double pane is best for energy efficiency. However, they do come at a higher cost. If you are looking for a more budget-friendly option, apply weather stripping to the inside edges of your windows, which can help eliminate air leaks and blends in with the look of the window.

9Winterize the Pipes

It’s important to protect exposed pipes, particularly those that are not in heated spaces. Insulating your pipes could prevent them from freezing over, which can cause excessive and costly damage. For a DIY option, pick up pipe foam at your local hardware store. Cut the foam to size and secure it with duct tape.

Taking steps to winterize your home can save you the headache of repairs and expenses down the road. If you need professional assistance with any winterization projects, visit bestpickreports.com and fivestarrated.com to find experts in your neighborhood.

(Family Features) Winter and colder weather mean it’s time to think about winterizing to help keep your home and everyone in it safe and comfortable –no matter what Mother Nature throws at you.

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STAND UP TO CANCER LAUNCHES NEW RADIO PSA WITH JAZZ

PHARMACEUTICALS TO ENCOURAGE LUNG CANCER SCREENING

LOS ANGELES,PRNewswire -- Stand Up To Cancer® (SU2C) announced the launch of a new public service announce ment (PSA) campaign in partnership with Jazz Pharmaceuticals plc. The PSA aims to raise awareness in Black and Hispanic communities about small cell lung can cer and encourage listeners to learn about screening options. The radio PSA campaign launches nationally today in both English and Spanish.

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States and affects some communities more severe ly than others. Small cell lung cancer is a fast-growing type of lung cancer commonly caused by smoking; however, it often af fects non-smokers who have been exposed to secondhand smoke, radon, air pollution, or other factors. When small cell lung can cer is detected early, before it has spread, patients benefit from more treatment options that can significantly increase survival rates. Black Americans are 18% less likely to be diagnosed early and Latinos are 16% less likely, compared to white Americans. This PSA campaign aims to generate awareness in these communities about the need for regular lung cancer screenings, with a goal of early detection and diagnosis to have the best opportunity for optimal treatment outcomes.

“This PSA campaign is an important component of our efforts to improve cancer health equity to ensure diverse patient populations have equal access to health

care and important cancer treatments,” said Russell Chew, president and CEO of Stand Up To Cancer. “Ad ditionally, we are incredibly thankful to Jazz Pharma ceuticals for the company’s support of SU2C’s Catalyst program, including research to investigate potential new treatments for non-small cell lung cancer.”

“Jazz is committed to transforming the lives of patients and their families, and our collaboration with Stand Up To Cancer on this PSA campaign aims to spread awareness of small cell lung cancer and en courage early screening. Early detection and diagnosis is essential to give people with small cell lung cancer

the opportunity of improved outcomes, especially in minority communities,” said Kelvin Tan MB BCh, MRCPCH, senior vice president and chief medical officer of Jazz Pharmaceuticals.

Stand Up To Cancer recently an nounced the funding of three SU2C Catalyst® research projects with support from Jazz Pharmaceuticals. The first is the SU2C Catalyst LiFFT Study, which will explore the safety and efficacy of lurbinec tedin in Adolescent and Young Adult Ewing sarcomas. The second is the SU2C Catalyst Lung Cancer Combination Therapeutics Team, which will use pre-clinical models to identify which existing targeted therapeutic agents, when combined with the Jazz Phar maceuticals compound JZP815, may lead to testing in patients with KRAS-mutated non-small cell lung cancer to improve their outcomes. The last project, the Digital Ethnography Study, uses an innovative methodology to analyze webbased conversations about barriers to lung cancer treat ment and participation in clinical trials in underserved patient populations including different racial and ethnic populations. These efforts are part of SU2C’s Health Equity Initiative, which aims to decrease disparities in cancer care and works towards making every cancer patient a long-term survivor.

The radio PSA was developed by SU2C with radio mixing by Tono Studios.

To learn more about this PSA, visit StandUpTo Cancer.org/Lung.

HHS Releases New National Guidelines for Improving Youth Mental Health Crisis Care

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Sub stance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), released a new report, National Guidelines for Child and Youth Behavioral Health Crisis Care, which describes the urgent need to improve crisis response services for children, youth, and families and provides guidance on how communities can address the existing gaps in care for youth.

The National Guidelines for Child and Youth Behavioral Health Crisis Care offers best practices, implementation strategies, and practical guidance for the design and development of services that meet the needs of children, youth, and their families experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Additional technical guidance is provid ed in a companion report produced by SAMHSA in conjunction with the National Association of State Mental Health Pro gram Directors, A Safe Place to Be: Crisis Stabilization Services and Other Supports for Children and Youth. This report is part of a 10-paper compendium “From Crisis to Care” that will be released in the coming weeks.

As the national guidelines outline, the need for developmentally and culturally

appropriate crisis response services for youth is crucial, and yet while many crisis response systems have robust services in place for adults, there are often consider able gaps in capacity to serve youth and families.

SAMHSA’s guidelines recommend that youth in crisis from mental health and substance use disorders receive care in the least restrictive setting possible, and if it is safe, at home and in the community. Whenever possible, hospitalizations and justice system involvement should be safe ly reduced or prevented.

As with adults, the guidelines recom mend that crisis services for children and families ensure that youth and families have:

Someone to Talk To: Crisis Call Cen ters, including the new national 988 Sui cide & Crisis Lifeline, offering 24/7/365 access to counselors with specialized train ing to respond to youth and families.

Someone to Respond: Mobile Re sponse Teams, to respond to crises at homes, schools and elsewhere in the com munity, keeping youth in their homes when safe to do so.

A Safe Place to Be: Crisis Receiv ing and Stabilization Services, including

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in-home services, at crisis care facilities, emergency departments and hospital set tings

According to SAMHSA’s recommen dations, crisis response systems should partner with agencies across the continuum of care for children and youth: including schools, family and peer support, com munity organizations, child welfare and foster care, juvenile justice, pediatricians and other primary care providers, and law enforcement when appropriate.

The guidelines further recommend that crisis care providers be trained to respond to the diverse needs of all youth, including those of different age ranges, races and ethnicities, sexual and gender identities, immigration status, homelessness and intellectual or developmental disabilities. They also recommend that clinicians and peers reflect the diverse communities they serve.

Anyone seeking treatment for mental health or substance use issues should call SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 800662-HELP (4357) or visit findtreatment. samhsa.gov.

If you or someone you know is strug gling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

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The National Guidelines for Child and Youth Behavioral Health Crisis Care offers best practices, implementation strategies, and practical guidance for the design and development of services that meet the needs of children, youth, and their families experiencing a behavioral health crisis.

REAL ESTATE

AC 11-09-2022

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT- CHANCERYDIVISION ROCKET MORTGAGE,LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS,LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS INC., Plaintiff,-v.- ANTHONY SHADD, ARDINAJEFFERSON, UNKNOWNOWNERS ANDNON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2021 CH 05183 329 OSAGE STREET PARK FOREST, IL60466

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS

HEREBYGIVEN thatpursuanttoa 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 AMon December 15, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a publicsaleto the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following describedreal estate: Commonly known as 329 OSAGE STREET, PARKFOREST, IL 60466 Property IndexNo. 31-36-411-0080000 (Vol. 180) The real estate is improved with a single familyresidence. The judgment 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 calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certifiedfunds/or wiretransfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuantto its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgmentcreditor, or otherlienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offeredfor sale without any representationas to qualityor quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Uponpayment in full of the amount bid,the purchaser willreceive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deedto the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property willNOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representationas 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, otherthan a mortgagee, shall pay the assessmentsand the legalfeesrequired byThe Condominium PropertyAct,765ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unitwhich is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shallpay 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 AFTERENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCEWITHSECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOISMORTGAGE FORECLOSURELAW. You willneeda photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure saleroom in Cook County and the sameidentification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conductsforeclosure 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 JUDICIALSALES CORPORATION One South WackerDrive,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, SUITE3650 Chicago IL, 60602 312-541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com AttorneyFile No. 21 9063 Attorney Code.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING,LLC Plaintiff,-v.DIANAGALVAN, ILLINOISDEPARTMENT OF REVENUE,CITY OF CHICAGO, ILLINOISHOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Defendants 19 CH 11401 2125 222ND PLACE SAUK VILLAGE, IL 60411

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE

IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuantto 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 publicsaleto the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following describedreal estate:Commonly known as 2125 222ND PLACE, SAUK VILLAGE, IL 60411 Property IndexNo. 32-25-412-021 The real estate is improvedwith a single family residence. The judgment amount was $62,438.28. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certifiedfundsat the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the JudicialSalefee forthe Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000or 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 subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against saidreal estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourseto Plaintiffand in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full ofthe amount bid,thepurchaser will receive a Certificateof Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of thesale. 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 foreclosuresale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay theassessments and the legal feesrequired byThe 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 interestcommunity, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required byThe 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 ENTRYOF AN ORDER OFPOSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will needa photo identificationissued

by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosuresale 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'sAttorneys, 223 WESTJACKSONBLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL, 60606 (312) 263-0003. Please refer to file number 311145. THE JUDICIAL SALESCORPORATION OneSouth Wacker Drive, 24thFloor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650(312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial SalesCorporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES,P.C. 223 WESTJACKSON BLVD, STE 610 ChicagoIL, 60606 312-263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. 311145 AttorneyCode. 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 DEPARTMENT- CHANCERYDIVISION WILMINGTONSAVINGS FUNDSOCIETY, FSB, D/B/A CHRISTIANA TRUST, NOT INDIVIDUALLY 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 PARKAVENUE LYNWOOD, IL 60411 NOTICEOFSALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBYGIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 27, 2020, an agentfor 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 thehighest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 19822 PARKAVENUE, LYNWOOD, 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 thehighest bid by certifiedfunds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Salefee for the Abandoned ResidentialProperty Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wiretransfer, is due withintwentyfour (24)hours. No fee shallbe paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuantto its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgmentcreditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes,special assessments,or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for salewithout any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourseto Plaintiffand in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon paymentin full ofthe amount bid,the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle thepurchaser to a deed to the real estate

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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, otherthan a mortgagee, shall paythe assessments and the legal feesrequired byThe Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS605/9(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 amortgagee shall pay the assessments required byThe CondominiumPropertyAct, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARETHE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHTTO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTERENTRYOF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION,IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOISMORTGAGEFORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identificationissued 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 foreclosuresales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, OneNorth 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 alsovisit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report ofpendingsales.

MCCALLARAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com AttorneyFile No. 20-04868IL_614243 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 2018CH 14417 TJSC#: 42-883NOTE: Pursuantto the Fair DebtCollection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and anyinformation obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 2018 CH 14417 I3206824

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LEGAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby give, pursuant to “AnAct in relation to the use of an Assumed Business name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” asamended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the CountyClerk ofCookCounty. Registration Number: Y22009837 on NOVEMBER9,222. Under the Assumed Business Name ofDOMINION CONSULTING with the business located at: 1352 W. WILSON, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60640. The true and real full name (s) and residence addressofthe owner(S)/partner(s) is: Owner/Partner Full Name SARAFINA ASIEDUCompleteAddress 1352 W. WILSON, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60640, USA.

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “AnAct in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,”as amended, thata certification was regis-tered by the undersigned with the CountyClerk ofCookCounty. Registration Number: Y22009848 on NOVEMBER9,2022. Underthe Assumed Business NameofCHICAGO SOURCE with the Business located at 403 PAXTON AVE., CALUMET CITY, ILLINOIS 60409. The true and real full name (s) and residence address of the owner (s)/ partner (s) is; Owner/Partner Full Name TWANDA MOBLEYComplete Address403 PAXTON AVE., CALUMETCITY, ILLINOIS60409, USA.

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