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Says lawmakers mulling action on abortion, assault weapons ban

Illinois House Speaker

Emanuel “Chris” Welch, who recently announced he has the support for another term as House speaker, says he looks forward to governing with an even larger supermajority than he had during his first two years.

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House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch speaks during a news con ference at the Bank of Springfield Center in Springfield in this January 2021 file photo. Welch says that he has enough votes to be House speaker for a second term and he looks forward to working with an even larger supermajority of Democrats than during his first term. (Capi tol News Illinois file PHOTO BY JERRY NOWICKI)

WELCH,

FOR ANOTHER TERM

REFLECTS ON GROWING HOUSE MAJORITY

POISED

AS SPEAKER,

Ugg Sreads The Love This Holiday Season With A Festive ‘Feels Like Ugg’ Campaign & Donation To Mental Health Organizations

New state laws taking effect Jan. 1

Welch, poised for another term as speaker, reflects on growing House majority

Minimum wage hike, pets in public housing among new changes

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By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com

said it in a number of speeches here during the campaign that November was coming. And if you look at what happened here in Illinois and across the country, that decision really got women to the polls. It got 18- to 24-year-olds to the polls, and they voted in droves.”

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.

Says lawmakers mulling action on abortion, assault weapons ban

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

The law allowing public housing

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SPRINGFIELD – Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, who recently announced he has the support for another term as House speaker, says he looks for ward to governing with an even larger supermajority than he had during his first two years.

“Expanding our caucus was definitely a priority of mine,” he said during an interview with Capitol News Illinois. “But from a policy standpoint, we want to con tinue to build on the budget work that we’ve done. Expanding our caucus would not have been possible if people didn’t believe Democrats were doing the right things.”

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.

When the Dobbs decision was handed down, Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker and Democratic leaders in the General Assembly quickly called for a special session to call for even more protection for abortion access in Illinois. Likewise, a few weeks later after a mass shooting at a July 4 parade in Highland Park, they called for a special session to call for more restrictions on assault-style weapons in Illinois.

But in the ensuing weeks, both of those issues were put on hold as various “working groups” were formed with lawmakers and stakeholders in an effort to reach a consensus on measures that could actually pass.

Welch, a Democrat from the Chicago suburb of Hillside, was elected speaker in January 2021 after most in the Democratic caucus refused to back longtime Speaker Michael Madigan, who’d been implicated in a bribery scandal and has since been indicted on corruption charges.

During his first two years, Democrats held a 73-45 advantage in the House, and Welch used that to pass landmark legislation, including the Clean Energy Jobs Act, which provides state support for carbon-free energy production and seeks to phase out fossil fuel power plants by 2045.

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.

While Illinois has among the least restrictive abortion laws on the books, Welch said there is still more the state can do, possibly including a state constitu tional amendment to protect abortion rights.

“That’s certainly one of the questions that’s out there, and it’s a strong possi bility,” he said. “But again, I don’t want to get ahead of the working group or the recommendations they formally present. I’m certain that’s one of the things that’s on the table.”

That supermajority also enabled Democrats to control the redistricting process when lawmakers drew new maps for the General Assembly, congressional districts and the Supreme Court.

Other new laws include:

In the elections that followed, Democrats widened their majority in the House by at least four seats – one race remained too close to call as of Monday – while also capturing a 5-2 majority on the state supreme court.

In all, while Democrats who ran for statewide offices received, on average, about 55 percent of the vote, Democrats captured roughly 66 percent of the state legislative seats.

When asked whether gerrymandering played a role in those results, Welch said it did not.

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.

“What I would say is that the maps reflect the diversity of our state,” he said. “And one of the things that I said as the leader of our caucus and the speaker of the House last year when we were going through that process, that any fair map would reflect the diversity of our state. And if you look at the election results, the election results show that.”

Regarding assault weapons regulation, Welch said that issue will have to wait until the 2023 session begins in January, when only a simple majority of votes is needed to pass new laws with an immediate effective date. That’s because the Illinois Constitution requires a three-fifths majority for bills passed after June 1 to have an immediate effective date.

“Anything that we do on assault weapons, we would want it to be effective immediately,” he said. “And I just don’t think we would have 71 votes to get something done in this shortened veto session. But I do believe that we’re going to be able to deliver for the people of Illinois an assault weapons ban next year, and we’re going to work real hard to make that happen.”

Lawmakers still have three working days left in the veto session, Nov. 29 –Dec. 1. Welch said the top priority for those days will be to pass “clarifications” to the SAFE-T Act, a sweeping criminal justice reform package passed in January 2021 that includes, among other things, eliminating cash bail effective Jan. 1, 2023.

He said the results in the House were an example of that.

“We elected our first Vietnamese American to the House,” he said. “We elected our first Korean American to the House. We elected our first Arab American Muslim to the House. We elected our first Indian American Muslim to the House. We elected our first South Asian, Pacific Islander American to the House. Diversity is well repre sented in the Illinois House, and we look like Illinois, and we look like America. And we should be proud of that.”

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.

In particular, he said, there has been disagreement among prosecutors and law enforcement officials about what should happen on Jan. 1 with people already being detained pretrial in lieu of bail. The law doesn’t specifically say what hap pens to those individuals, which has led some to claim that it could lead to their widespread release from jail.

“They’re interpreting it in a way that says that they have to swing the jail doors open at midnight,” he said. “And even though that’s absolutely not true, we’re going to add some language making it explicitly clear how that transition should work.”

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Welch said one key factor in the election that worked in Democrats’ favor was the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in June overturning Roe v. Wade. That decision, in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, said the U.S. Constitu tion does not protect a woman’s right to have an abortion, effectively giving states the authority to regulate that procedure as they see fit.

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

“It certainly played a role in what happened on Nov. 8,” he said. “You know, I

FOID card changes: HB562 enacts several changes to the Firearm Owner Identification card law.

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Biden-Harris Administration Continues Fight for Student Debt Relief for Millions of Borrowers, Extends Student Loan Repayment Pause

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

The U.S. Department of Education announced an extension of the pause on student loan repayment, interest, and collections. The extension will alleviate uncertainty for borrowers as the Biden-Harris Administration asks the Supreme Court to review the lower-court orders that are preventing the Department from providing debt relief for tens of millions of Americans. Payments will resume 60 days after the Department is permit ted to implement the program or the litigation is resolved, which will give the Supreme Court an opportunity to resolve the case during its current Term. If the program has not been implemented and the litigation has not been resolved by June 30, 2023 – payments will resume 60 days after that.

be found at StudentAid.gov.

In addition to providing relief specifically targeted to alleviating the continuing eco nomic effects of the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, the Biden-Harris Administra tion has also taken other steps to support students and borrowers, make higher education more affordable, and improve student loan servicing, including providing nearly $48 billion in targeted loan relief to over 1.8 million borrowers. Actions within that include:

Revamping the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program in October, which has provided $24 billion in loan relief to 360,000 borrowers. The Department’s Limited PSLF Waiver helped eligible borrower count all prior payments made by student bor rowers toward PSLF, regardless of the loan program.

to the appropriate school support personnel.

On August 24, President Biden and Secretary Cardona announced plans to provide targeted student debt relief to borrowers with loans held by the Department of Education. Borrowers with annual income during the pandemic of under $125,000 (for individuals) or under $250,000 (for married couples or heads of households) who received a Pell Grant in college would be eligible for up to $20,000 in debt cancellation.

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

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To date, over 26 million people have provided the Department with the necessary information to be considered for debt relief, and 16 million borrowers have been ap proved. But court orders are blocking the Department from discharging student loan debt and accepting additional applications.

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

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.

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 Department of Justice requested that the Supreme Court lift the lower court’s injunction against the program and suggested that if the Court does not do so, it could take up the student debt relief case, to provide borrowers the clarity and relief they are depending on.

Borrowers can use the additional time to ensure their contact information is up to date with their loan servicers and consider enrolling in electronic debit and income-driv en repayment plans to support a smooth transition to repayment. More information can

Lemonade stands: SB119 prohib-

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Giving borrowers with Direct Loans or Department-managed Federal Family Education Loans (FFEL) more credit toward forgiveness. The Department’s one-time account adjustment counts for all months spent in repayment, including payments prior to consolidation and regardless of whether they made partial or late payments or are on a repayment plan toward income-driven repayment (IDR) and PSLF forgiveness.

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

Establishing a fair and accessible bankruptcy discharge process to help struggling borrowers discharge their student loans.

Providing $9.1 billion in relief for 425,000 borrowers who have a total and perma nent disability.

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

Approving $14.5 billion in borrower defense claims to nearly 1.1 million bor rowers, including extending full relief to approved claims and approving new types of claims.

Providing $1.26 billion in closed school discharges to 107,000 borrowers who attended the now-defunct ITT Technical Institute.

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Restoring eligibility for financial student aid to almost 7.5 million borrowers to help them complete their credential or degree.

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More Than 400 People Attend Black Tech Talent’s 2nd Annual Community TechFest

On Saturday, November 12, 2022, Black Tech Talent held its 2nd annual Community TechFest at coworking space Fueled Collective - Downtown in Minneapolis. Sponsored by Best Buy, Arctic Wolf, and Sunrise Banks, the event saw more than 400 attendees throughout the event’s four-hour duration. Keynote speaker Tarek Tomes, Commissioner and Chief Information Officer at Minnesota IT Services, discussed his experiences pursuing a career in tech nology and what piqued his interest in the field, while outlining the importance of attending events such as Community TechFest to spark inspiration for one’s future.

Of the various activities that were available, par ticipants were most excited about video gaming with the Minnesota Esports Club, drone racing with the Youth Drone Sports Championship, and playing in Black Tech Talent’s Metaverse, which was developed in partnership with the virtual reality company Rem5 VR. Black Tech Talent’s original superhero Black Circuit joined a young boy who was playing in the Metaverse as Black Circuit. The boy’s father posted a video of the interaction to Instagram, writing, “Imag

ine playing a video game with the character you’re playing with.” Moments like this affirm Black Tech Talent’s efforts to expose the community to technolo gy and its various applications.

Jackson says it feels amazing to be able to have an impact on the community. “To have attendees say that they’re going to come back every year, that they’re mad that they’ve been missing out, or that they’re actually signing up for some of the programs to learn how to code or to learn how to get into gam ing or drone racing, is humbling,” he said. “I feel like we’re literally changing people’s lives.”

Black Tech Talent (www.blacktechtalent.org) was launched by Michael A. Jackson in July 2020 and is working to bridge the racial equity gap. The award-winning organization (2022 Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal 40 Under 40, 2021 MN Cup Impact Ventures, Tekne Awards, Inclusive Evolution Award) leverages relationships with leading tech companies to provide a platform for Black technolo gists to find jobs, training, and culturally specific con tent, and a sense of community. They also produce the podcast BTT Discussions.

Justice Department and Department of Education Announce a Fairer and More Accessible Bankruptcy Discharge Process for Student Loan Borrowers

The Department of Justice, in close co ordination with the Department of Education, announced a new process for handling cases in which individuals seek to discharge their federal student loans in bankruptcy. The new process will help ensure consistent treatment of the discharge of federal student loans, reduce the burden on borrowers of pursuing such pro ceedings and make it easier to identify cases where discharge is appropriate. The Associate Attorney General distributed guidance outlin ing the new process to all U.S. Attorneys.

Congress has set a higher bar for discharg ing student loan debt compared to other debt — borrowers who seek to discharge their loans through bankruptcy must demonstrate that they will suffer “undue hardship” unless the debt is discharged. Although the bankruptcy judge makes the final decision whether to grant a discharge, the new process announced today provides Justice Department attorneys with clear standards for recommending discharge to the judge without unnecessarily burdensome and time-consuming investigations. The new process will also help borrowers who did not think they could get relief through bankruptcy more easily identify whether they meet the criteria to seek a discharge.

“Today’s guidance outlines a better, fairer, more transparent process for student loan borrowers in bankruptcy,” said Associate Attorney General Vanita Gupta. “It will allow Justice Department attorneys to more easily identify cases in which we can recommend discharge of a borrower’s student loans. We are grateful to the Department of Education for its partnership in developing this guidance.”

“Congress may have set a higher bar for granting student loan discharges during bankruptcy, but in practice that bar has become

very difficult for deserving borrowers to clear,” said U.S. Under Secretary of Education James Kvaal. “After decades of inaction in Washing ton, our Department of Education team was determined to partner with the Justice Depart ment to craft clearer, fairer, and more practical standards to guide recommendations for student debt discharges during bankruptcy pro ceedings. This guidance is an important step toward helping struggling borrowers, many of whom never completed college or were misled into debt by dishonest schools.”

As part of the undue hardship analysis, courts review the borrower’s past, present and future financial circumstances. The new process will leverage Department of Education data and a new borrower-completed attestation form to assist the government in assessing a borrower’s discharge request. The Justice Department, in consultation with the Depart ment of Education, will review the information provided, apply the factors that courts consider relevant to the undue-hardship inquiry and determine whether to recommend that the bankruptcy judge discharge the borrower’s student loan debt.

The Department of Justice and Depart ment of Education are committed to making this system work for borrowers. Both agencies will continue to monitor how the process plays out on the ground and will assess the effective ness of this guidance after the first year, and beyond as warranted.

By simplifying the process and estab lishing clear standards, the agencies hope to significantly reduce the burden on borrowers and government attorneys, provide a clear path for borrowers to seek discharges and add safeguards to promote consistency and predictability.

Match Group’s BLK Announces Inaugural Members of New Advocacy Council

DALLAS, Texas -- BLK, the largest dating and lifestyle app for Black singles, announced the inaugural members of the BLK Advocacy Council. A first-of-its-kind committee for the brand, the BLK Advocacy Council will provide advice and recommen dations that support BLK’s mission of creat ing meaningful connections for Black singles and supporting causes that are important to members of the app.

The mission of the BLK Advocacy Council is to bring raw perspective and critical strategic thinking around current topics of cultural importance to aid BLK’s commitment to make a positive impact on society for today’s and future generations. The council will address issues relevant to the Black community that pushes culture forward, by building an inviting, inclusive and welcoming community. The BLK Advocacy Council Members will meet periodically throughout the year to advise BLK on:

Causes and organizations the brand can amplify via its platform

Mobilizing the BLK user base to drive positive change

How BLK can take action to best impact the Black community.

“In order for our brand to give visibil ity to pillars that unite the BLK communi ty in business, lifestyle, and relationships, it’s essential that we bring in a diverse set of unique perspectives and lived experi ences from opinion leaders and innovators in the Black community,” said Jonathan Kirkland, Head of Brand and Market ing for BLK. “Our new BLK Advocacy Council, which is made up of some of the foremost leaders in the Black community,

will provide culturally relevant insight and advice to strengthen and reinforce our work in the community.”

The 6 inaugural members of the BLK Advocacy Council come from a wide range of backgrounds including academia, activism, business, enter tainment, financial services, technolo gy, and feminism. Advocacy Council members share a common experience and working knowledge of the cultur al implications that impact the Black community, as well as a deep commit ment to pushing Black culture forward.

BLK Advocacy Council Members:

Phaedra Parks, Attorney/Law Firm Owner, TV Personality, Entrepreneur, and Social Activist

Sesali Bowen, Author, Media Per sonality and Cultural Commentator

Cedric J. Rogers, Co-Founder and CEO of Culture Genesis, Inc.

Geoff Edwards, Creative Leader at GALE

Krystal Garner, Executive Enter tainment Strategist

Ryan Wilson, Co-Founder and CEO of The Gathering Spot

A subsidiary of Match Group, BLK was introduced in August 2017 and is currently the leading dating and lifestyle app for Black singles. To help users find love at its core, with over 8 million downloads to date, BLK has built a community and space where Black love can happen every day in all its forms and expressions. BLK’s mission is simple: bring Black people together to spark meaningful connec tions.

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Black Tech Talent CEO Mike Jackson speaks at the organization’s second annual Community TechFest. (PHOTO CREDIT: FRANCIS SAMPAH)

MAG OF LIFE LAUNCHES EIGHT MANSIONS AT THE RITZ-CARL TON RESIDENCES, DUBAI, CREEKSIDE, EACH VALUED AT USD 47.8

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DUBAI, UAE, PRNewswire -- MAG of Life has announced the launch of eight out of total 12 mansions at the Ritz-Carlton Residences, Dubai, Creekside, part of the Keturah Resort, each valued at USD 47.8 million. The luxury wellness development, which is valued at USD 1.3 billion, provides residents with a unique, healthier environ ment towards uplifting the notion of inspired living with a 180-degree view of the Dubai skyline. Its construction cost of the built-up area per square foot is USD 586.

Each of the launched mansions comprises four levels (basement + G + 2) constituting eight bedrooms, a majlis, a spa, a cinema room, and a premium gym with modern equipment. Mansions come in a choice of two architectural themes: earth (46,648.2 square feet) and water (45,927.24 square feet).

The earth mansion’s minimalist architecture represents a space in constant dialogue with its surroundings, hidden from the street yet open toward the astonishing water view. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass allows for expansive views, seamlessly merging the patio and living rooms to transform into one wide reception area when open.

Considering natural factors, the water mansion’s design has been carefully crafted according to the site’s climato logical characteristics. Noting the sun’s seasonal changes, the architecture has been adjusted to allow the most natural light in without overheating the indoor spaces.

The Keturah Resort offer homeowners a wide range of facilities, including a Ritz-Carlton hotel; with beach access, a private members-only club; a women’s club; a kids club; an immersive, holistic wellness Centre; Michelin-star restaurants; and a retail promenade. The luxurious devel opment will be the first in the MENA region to pursue the WELL Health-Safety certification for its buildings as part of MAG of Life’s registered ‘WELL Community.’ Addition ally, residents will have access to a luxury wellness hotel, eight sustainable and organic-focused retail spaces, includ ing weekend farmers’ markets, 24/7 secure private parking with valet, a gated community with unique views of the wildlife sanctuary.

All residences will incorporate KETURAH’s Wealth of Wellbeing life concept. The KETURAH Resort by MAG of Life is located on the Dubai Creek and provides convenient access to Dubai Downtown, DIFC, and Dubai International Airport.

Beauty & Essex Restaurant to Open new Location inside Mohegan Sun

UNCASVILLE, Conn., PRNewswire -- Mohegan Sun, one of the world’s leading integrated entertainment resort destinations, and Tao Group Hospitality an nounced that Beauty & Essex will open inside Mohegan Sun in Fall 2023. The renowned dining experience at Beauty & Essex will elevate what is already an incredi ble and wide-ranging dining lineup at Mohegan Sun and will be located in Casino of the Sky near Starbucks.

“The relationship we have enjoyed with Tao Group Hospitality has been excellent, making the addition of another high-profile restaurant offering like Beauty & Essex a no-brainer for Mohegan Sun,” - said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “TAO Asian Bistro & Lounge quickly became an unmatched dining experience in our region and the 11,000 square-foot Beauty & Essex will only further ce ment Mohegan Sun as the East Coast’s premier one-stop destination for the best dining, gaming, entertainment, and more.”

“Mohegan Sun boasts incredible restaurant offer ings, and we are looking forward to adding Beauty & Essex to its culinary collection,” said Ralph Scamar della, Chief Culinary Officer of Tao Group Hospitality. “TAO Mohegan Sun has been a great success and we are thrilled to build on our existing relationship.”

Created by acclaimed chef/co-creator Chris Santos, Beauty & Essex serves global cuisine with unique share able dishes and new twists on classic cocktails. Guests can expect Beauty & Essex favorites like the Grilled Cheese, Smoked Bacon & Tomato Soup Dumplings, Classic Beef Wellington, Togarashi Spiced Tuna, Truf fled Mac & Cheese as well as some new menu options exclusive to Mohegan Sun. Beauty & Essex’s Mohegan Sun debut will be a homecoming to New England native Chef Chris Santos. “I’m very excited to bring this restau rant to Connecticut,” said Chef Santos. “New England has always been my home and I know Beauty & Essex is a perfect fit.

Santos, who grew up in Rhode Island, will also be participating in the Celebrity Chef Dine Around (CCDA) at the 19th Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest (SWFF) at Mohegan Sun. Fans can purchase tickets to SWFF 2023, a four-day event in late January, via mohe ganSun.com. CCDA occurs on Saturday, January 28th.

Tao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culi nary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues. Tao Group Hospitality acquired Hak kasan Group in April 2021. The combined company operates more than 70 branded locations in over 20 markets across five continents and features a collec tion of widely recognized hospitality brands. These include TAO, Hakkasan, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Wet Republic, Yauatcha, Ling Ling, Cathédrale, Little Sister, The Highlight Room, Sake No Hana, Jewel, and more. Tao Group Hospitality is part of Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) (NYSE: MSGE), a leader in live experiences.

Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in sce nic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 min utes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.

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UGG SPREADS THE LOVE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH A FESTIVE ‘FEELS LIKE UGG’ CAMPAIGN & DONATION TO MENTAL HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., PRNewswire -- South ern California-based global lifestyle brand UGG® (a division of Deckers Brands [NYSE: DECK]) celebrates its position as the ultimate gift-giving brand by unveiling Feels Like UGG, its global holiday campaign featuring multi-hyphenate creative Jorge “Gitoo” Wright, a star on the cutting edge of the New York City fashion club culture scene known for bringing together all types of people to celebrate the pursuit of well-being, much like UGG®. His energy, passion, self-confidence, and love for others demonstrate the meaning of the season: the comfort and support one experiences from compassion and love. Gathered around him is his community of creative friends, as well as his family who join him in celebrating holiday joy.

To further spread the love and support this holiday season, UGG® is proud to partner with PFLAG and Sad Girls Club, who share the same passion of offering comfort and mental health services to those who are par ticularly vulnerable and who might not otherwise have access. UGG® is honored to support the two charities by donating each $50,000 to support their missions. PFLAG is dedicated to creating a more caring, just, and affirming world for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them through support, education, and advocacy, while Sad Girls Club is committed to destigmatizing mental wellness for Millennial and Gen Z, women, girls, and femmes of color.

Proving everyone deserves comfort, warmth, and joy in the form of footwear, the holiday offering by UGG® features fresh iterations of the globally beloved Classic Boot, slippers and updated versions of fan-favor ites. Consumers now can give the gift of UGG® to cher ished friends, family, and their own chosen communities.

This season the brand expands on the opportunity to give with the environment in mind through statement styles like the new Fluff Momma Sugar Boot. Offering a leg-lengthening boost, the layered 2” SugarSole™ foam platform replaces petroleum-based ethylene with a renewable alternative derived from sugarcane, while its cozy lining with plant-based TENCEL™ Lyocell deliv ers the unparalleled feeling of UGG®. Modern interpre tations of the brand icon, the Classic Mini Platform and Classic Ultra Mini Platform reach new heights with a leg-lengthening 2” platform. Offering a bolder look than ever before, each style is made with the same rich suede as the original, plus UGGplush ™ wool blend for signa ture softness. The Classic Mini Boot is iconic for its soft sheepskin and enduring design, incorporating a durable, lightweight sole to increase cushioning and traction, the mini iteration is versatile in wear.

Lined in signature shearling, the Classic Slipper maintains the iconic feel of the original. Featuring a fluffy sheepskin collar, it’s crafted from soft suede and finished with a Treadlite by UGG™ outsole for

indoor-outdoor wearability. The best-selling Tasman features the same light, durable outsole as the Classic Boot, lined with plush sheepskin and upcycled wool and crafted from soft suede with an embroidered braid and easy slip-on silhouette. An essential house slipper, the Scuffette is cast in soft suede with plush wool lining. As soft as it is versatile, the Coquette features soft UGG® sheepskin and a lightweight sole that travels both indoors and out.

Updating everyone’s favorite boot with shimmer ing sequins, the statement Classic Mini Chunky Sequin features the same cozy feel and enduring design as the original. Lined in our UGGplush™ wool blend for sig nature softness, it’s finished with a Treadlite by UGG™ outsole for enhanced cushioning and traction. Updating the Funkette with dazzling sequins this holiday take features the same slip-on silhouette, graphic backstrap, and soft sheepskin collar as the original, finished with a 2” platform for a leg-lengthening boost.

Combining premium materials and effortless style, the Neumel is the iconic UGG® heritage chukka. A timeless boot made of rich suede, it’s lined in upcycled UGGpure™ wool and finished with a durable Treadlite by UGG™ sole for all-day cushioning, offering a signa ture slipper-like feel indoors or out. With its thin rubber sole, the Scuff is best worn indoors, making the best of its temperature-regulating, and moisture-wicking wool. With the look of a loafer and the softness of the slipper, the Ascot is a best seller with durable sole rubber sole. A slipper that travels well outdoors, the Tasman features the same light, durable outsole as the Classic Boot. Lined with plush wool, it’s crafted from suede with an easy slip-on silhouette.

With its thick but light sole and soft wool lining just like its adult counterparts, the kids’ Tasman can work as a slipper or a shoe – or both; while the Cozy is lined with fluffy, soft wool and features an ultra-light sole.

The UGG® brand’s holiday collection is available now for purchase at the newly unveiled Feel House pop-up retail location (25 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11249), UGG.com, UGG® stores and select wholesale retailers nationwide.

5 Trending Holiday Looks for the Whole Family

MISSION, Kan., PRNewswire -- (Family Features) Creat ing trendy ensembles when you just want to stay warm can be a challenge, but this season’s hottest looks make it easy to keep cozy while dressing up or down. Whether you’re aiming for style for a holiday celebration or planning an evening out to shop and take in the holiday lights, this season’s trends have you covered.

Stylish layers and updates to winter wardrobe staples are two keys to nailing this season’s on-trend looks, according to acclaimed American fashion designer Brandon Maxwell, who is collaborating with Walmart as creative director for Free Assembly and Scoop, the retailer’s exclusive, elevated fashion brands.

“Like many people across the country who live in a small town, Walmart was the destination for everything where I grew up, includ ing holiday fashion,” Maxwell said. “When I first teamed up with Walmart, I was excited to bring the joy of fashion to people across the country. Everyone deserves to enjoy their holidays in clothing they love. This year, we are proud to offer the biggest trends in holi day fashion, from cozy outwear to glamorous party looks.”

Maxwell offers these tips for creating the perfect affordable look, no matter where your plans take you this winter:

Metallic Shine: Metallic sweater sets, like a boxy crewneck and matching mini skirt in a glitzy gold shade, are must-have pieces for the holidays. Wear the show-stopping set with matching gold earrings and platform sandals for a head-turning party look.

Layers of Style: Layer festive multicolor patterns in intarsia knits like this Free Assembly fair isle sweater with a plaid puffer jacket for an easy update to winter closet staples like lightly dis tressed jeans and booties.

Party Perfect: Sophisticated outerwear pieces like a dou ble-breasted coat add a modern touch to classic holiday party looks. Pair with a berry-hued mini dress, black tights and black boots for a look that stands out. For a bit of edge, choose a faux moto jacket layered over a sequin cami top or metallic sweater to complement a faux leather skirt.

Casual Comfort: This season, menswear is all about intentional layering and looks that prioritize both comfort and style. Update vintage-inspired flannels by layering with a quilted puffer pullover and matching them with wintry prints and cargo joggers for a look that’s casual and put together all at once.

Little Lookers: Fashionable little ones can also get decked out this season. Colorful sparkly girl’s dresses from Scoop perfectly complement matching versions for women, ideal for family photos and mommy-and-me moments that make the season extra special. For a more casual event, fair isle sweater dresses in fun shades like lavender can make a classic look oh-so-now.

Find more festive fashion inspiration by visiting Walmart.com.

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Bounce and MGM partner for new original comedy series ‘Act Your Age’

ATLANTA, PRNewswire -- Bounce, the popular broad cast and multi-platform entertainment network serving African Americans, today announced a partnership with MGM to produce a new original series, “Act Your Age.”

The multiple-camera, half-hour comedy tells the story of three vibrant, successful Washington D.C./Northern Virgin ia-area women in their 50’s who are each at a personal cross roads and who decide the best way forward in life is together. “Act Your Age” stars Kym Whitley (“Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Next Friday,” “Young and Hungry”) and Tisha Campbell (“Uncoupled,” “My Wife and Kids,” “Dr. Ken”) with special guest star Yvette Nicole Brown (“Community,” “The Mayor,” “Big Shot”).

Whitley plays Bernadette, a successful, no-nonsense real estate developer. Campbell plays Keisha, the wild card of the group who is always up to something, and Brown plays Ange la, the former First Lady of Norfolk, Virginia, who is looking to redefine her life after being widowed by her husband, a revered career politician.

The multi-generational sitcom also features Mariah Robinson (“The Wrong Valentine”) and Nathan Anderson (“All About the Washingtons,” “Richie Rich,”) as the 20-something children of Angela and Bernadette, respectively.

Alyson Fouse (“Big Shot,” “Everybody Hates Chris,”

“The Wanda Sykes Show”) created the series and serves as showrunner and executive producer. The series is produced by Mark Burnett, Barry Poznick and Bradley Gardner (“Hot in Cleveland”) and co-executive producer Ken Ornstein (“Everybody Loves Raymond”).

The 16-episode first season of “Act Your Age” has begun production in Los Angeles and will premiere on Bounce in the spring of 2023.

“The opportunity to do ‘Act Your Age’ with Kym, Tisha and Yvette on Bounce, a network that has made me feel so comfortable being my authentic self, means the world to me,” said Fouse. “We’ve built a world where the stories of Black women in the prime of their lives can be both funny and heartfelt; a world where individually they shine but they also show support for one another.

‘Act Your Age’ is a celebration of the Black women who have loved, raised, befriended and held me up through the years and it honors and salutes the ones who have inspired me.”

“Partnering with MGM Television, working with top showrunner Alyson Fouse, and attracting immensely popular and talented actors Kym Whitley, Tisha Campbell and Yvette Nicole Brown are game-changing and huge steps forward for Bounce originals,” said David Hud son, vice president of original program ming, Scripps Networks.

“Act Your Age” is the newest Bounce original series, joining “John son,” the critically acclaimed hit show focusing on four lifelong best friends, and “Finding Happy,” starring B. Sim one as a mid-30s woman determined to change her life for the better. Both of these shows come from Eric C. Rhone’s & Cedric The Entertainer’s production company, A Bird And A Bear Entertainment.

ADCOLOR Announces Winners of the 16th Annual ADCOLOR Awards

LOS ANGELES, PRNewswire -- ADCOLOR, the premier organization dedicated to celebrating and promoting professionals of color and diversity in the creative industries, unveiled the winners of the 16th Annual ADCOLOR Awards. This year’s illustrious event marks the long-awaited return to a fully in-person gathering following a virtual-only event in 2020 and a smaller, hybrid event in 2021.

As part of the ceremony, the organization honored Issa Rae with the 2022 ADCOLOR | ADWEEK Beacon Award for her change-mak ing efforts in using her platform to advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion in the entertain ment industry. The organization also honored Grammy Award-winning producer and musician Robert Glasper, as well as prominent figures such as Louis Carr, President of Media Sales at BET Networks; Marvin Chow, Vice President, Global Marketing at Google; and Kinney Edwards, Global Head of Creative Lab at TikTok amongst other industry titans.

Since 2007, the ADCOLOR Awards have highlighted and honored the achievements of diverse communities in the creative industries. The awards recognize those who go above and beyond to make a difference and who embody the organization’s mission of “Rise Up, Reach Back.”

Those honored not only excel in their own careers but also give back to the creative community and support their peers through effective campaigns and ongoing initiatives.

All nominees were carefully reviewed by more than 50 elected judges who represented a diverse range of industries, titles, levels and backgrounds. This year’s honorees in non-competitive catego ries were chosen by ADCOLOR’s highly esteemed Board of Directors and respective partners.

“Congratulations to this year’s esteemed honorees and winners, who not only exemplify this year’s ‘Still Rising’ theme, but also our organi

zation’s mission of ‘Rise Up, Reach Back,’” said ADCOLOR Founder and President, Tiffany R. Warren. “It’s been a challenging year filled with ongoing uncertainty and difficulty, but each honor ee and winner has continuously displayed incredi ble perseverance and resilience. We are honored to celebrate this inspiring group of industry veterans, changemakers, and rising stars and to continue highlighting their accomplishments and impactful work.”

Please see the below list of this year’s winners and honorees: 2022 ADCOLOR WINNERS AD OF THE YEAR

WINNER: “The Myth” by Wieden+Kennedy ADCOLOR IN TECH

WINNER: Annie Jean-Baptiste, Director, Product Inclusion & Equity, Google ADCOLOR INFLUENCER

WINNER : Tony Weaver, Jr., Founder, Weird Enough Productions

CHANGE AGENT

WINNER: Mira Kaddoura, Founder, Red & Co. DEI EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR

WINNER: Jason Rosario, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, BBDO Worldwide INNOVATOR

WINNER: Kamala Avila-Salmon, Head of Inclu sive Content, Lionsgate

MOST VALUABLE PARTNERSHIP (MVP)

WINNER: Google & WNBA Changemaker Part nership RISING STAR

WINNER : Rosalina Jowers, Director of Commu nications & Marketing, Participant

ROCKSTAR

WINNER: Devin Baker, Global Creative Director, 72andSunny

2022 ADCOLOR HONOREES

ADCOLOR IN MUSIC ARTIST OF THE YEAR

HONOREE: Robert Glasper, Grammy Award-winning Producer and Musician

ADCOLOR | ADWEEK BEACON

HONOREE: Issa Rae, Writer, Producer, Actress & Entrepreneur

ADCOLOR | ONE CLUB CREATIVES

HONOREE: Kinney Edwards, Global Head of Creative Lab, TikTok

HONOREE: Rony Castor & Anthony O’Neill, Creative Directors, Goodby Silverstein & Partners

ADVOCATE

HONOREE: Alana Mayo, President, Orion Pic tures

HONOREE: Leanne Pittsford, CEO & Founder, Lesbians Who Tech & Allies

CATALYST

HONOREE: Diego Scotti, Chief Marketing Offi cer, Verizon

HONOREE: Marvin Chow, VP Global Market ing, Google

HONOREE: Oriel Davis-Lyons, Founder, ONE School

LEGEND

HONOREE: Jill Kelly, U.S. CEO, EssenceMedi aCom

HONOREE: Neal Arthur, CEO, Wieden+Kennedy HONOREE: Shawn Martinbrough, Artist & Author

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HONOREE: Aaron Walton, CEO, Walton Isaac son

HONOREE: Louis Carr, President of Media Sales, BET Networks

HONOREE: Raúl Alarcón, CEO, Chairman, Spanish Broadcasting System (SBS)

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Ms. ADCOLOR: Ivy Phan, Art Director, Grey NY

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Take Control: How managing blood pressure can help save lives

MISSION, Kan., PRNewswire -- (Family Fea tures) Effectively managing your blood pressure can help reduce your chances of life-threatening medical events, even death.

Gain confidence and learn how to take control of your blood pressure with these tips and resources from the American Heart Association.

The Silent Killer

High blood pressure is often referred to as the “silent killer” because it typically has few, if any, no ticeable symptoms but can lead to heart attack, stroke, heart failure and even death. Many people with high blood pressure don’t even know they have it. Some overlooked symptoms can include dizziness, facial flushing and blood spots in the eyes.

Understand Your Readings

The only way to know if you have high blood pressure is to regularly take an accurate blood pressure measurement. Understanding your results is key to controlling high blood pressure. Blood pressure numbers of less than 120/80 mm Hg are usually considered within the normal range, yet it is important to talk to a doctor about your healthy range. Even if you fall within a healthy range, it can be beneficial to stick with heart-healthy habits like following a balanced diet and getting regular exercise. Consider these numbers and rang es to know if it’s necessary to take action:

Elevated blood pressure is when readings consistently range from 120-129 mm Hg systolic (the upper number) and less than 80 mm Hg diastolic (the lower number). People with elevated blood pressure are likely to develop high blood pres sure unless steps are taken to control the condition.

Hypertension stage 1 is when blood pressure consistently ranges from 130-139 mm Hg systolic or 80-89 mm Hg diastol ic. At this stage, doctors are likely to prescribe lifestyle changes and may consider adding blood pressure medication based on your risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, such as heart attack or stroke.

Hypertension stage 2 is when blood pressure consistently

ranges at 140/90 mm Hg or higher. At this stage, doctors are likely to prescribe a combination of blood pressure medications and lifestyle changes.

A hypertensive crisis requires medical attention. If your blood pressure readings suddenly exceed 180/120 mm Hg, wait 5 minutes then test again. If your readings are still unusually high, contact your doctor immediately. Seek emergency help if your blood pressure is higher than 180/120 mm Hg and you are experiencing signs of possible organ damage such as chest pain, shortness of breath, back pain, numbness or weakness, change in vision or difficulty speaking.

Know Your Risk

While many risk factors for high blood pressure may be related to your age, gender and family history, there are also risk factors you can change to help prevent and manage high blood pressure. People at added risk may be those who engage in lower levels of physical activity, eat a diet high in sodium (particularly from packaged, processed foods), may be over weight or obese, drink excessive amounts of alcohol and may

have multiple chronic conditions.

Talk About It

Whether you’re making changes in your own life to combat high blood pressure or helping someone else, pos itive feelings and confidence are longer-term motivators to making health changes. If you’re talking with friends, loved ones or your doctor, be prepared to ask open-ended questions. Be curious and kind to yourself and others you may be helping.

Lowering Your Pressure

You can reduce your risk of heart disease, stroke, heart failure and even death with lifestyle changes and medication.

Watching your weight, especially if you are over weight or obese, can bring health gains; losing as little as 5-10 pounds may help lower your blood pressure. Managing your stress by relaxing for short periods during your workday, at night and on weekends is another productive practice.

If you have diabetes, it’s important to work with a doctor to manage the disease and reduce your blood glucose levels.

If you think you could have sleep apnea, getting screened for and treating the condition can also reduce your risk for developing high blood pressure.

When you have high blood pressure, medication may be an important part of your treatment. Follow the recom mendations carefully, even if it means taking medication every day for the rest of your life.

When you’re discussing high blood pressure concerns with your health care provider, also be sure to talk to your doctor about over-the-counter pain relievers that may raise your blood pressure. Talking with your doctor can help you identify over-the-counter pain medications that won’t raise your blood pressure to ensure you’re not creating a blood pressure problem while treating other concerns.

Learn more about monitoring and managing high blood pressure at heart.org/bptools.

Life After Stroke 5 tips for recovery and daily living

MISSION, Kan., PRNewswire -- (Family Features) In the weeks and months immediately following a stroke, an ear ly rehabilitation program offers the best possible recovery outcomes. While each person’s stroke recovery journey is unique, starting the path toward rehabilitation as soon as it’s medically safe allows stroke survivors to mitigate the lasting effects.

According to the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, each year, approximately 800,000 people in the United States have a stroke. Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age. In fact, globally about 1 in 4 adults over the age of 25 will have a stroke in their lifetime.

Early Intervention

The rehabilitation and support a survivor receives can greatly influence health outcomes and recovery. The first three months after a stroke are especially critical. Although recovery may continue for years after a stroke, this time in the immediate aftermath of a stroke is when the brain is most able to adjust to the damage done by the stroke so the survivor can learn new ways to do things.

Physical, Communication and Cognitive Changes

Following a stroke, a survivor may experience

physical changes, such as fatigue, seizures, weakness or paralysis on one side of the body or spasticity, stiff or rigid muscles which may cause difficulty with completing daily activities and tasks. If experiencing fatigue, speak with your health care provider about ways to reduce it. Your care team may also be able to provide medications to help with seizures and spasticity. Physical therapy is also an option.

Challenges after a stroke depend on the severity and location of the stroke. In addition to various physical disabilities, stroke survivors may experience aphasia, communication and thought problems related to speaking, listening, understanding or memory. Planning, organizing ideas or making decisions can also be harder.

Customized Rehabilitation

Once a stroke survivor’s medical condition is stabi lized and he or she is ready to leave the hospital, rehabil itation can help restore function and teach new ways to complete everyday tasks. Rehabilitation may take place in an inpatient facility, skilled nursing facility or long-term acute care facility. Outpatient clinics and home health agencies can also provide rehabilitative care in certain circumstances.

One patient’s rehab journey might include therapy to improve balance, strength or mobility while another might need speech or other therapies. A rehabilitation designed for the individual is critical.

Preventing a Recurrence

After a first stroke, nearly 1 in 4 survivors will have another. Stroke survivors can help reduce their risk of hav ing another stroke by working with their health care team to identify what caused the stroke and uncover personal risk factors.

Taking steps such as healthy eating, reducing sedentary time and taking medications as prescribed can help your brain and reduce your risk of a repeat stroke. Controlling conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes and sleep apnea also reduce your risk of having another stroke.

Support During Your Journey

Caregivers and other loved ones can provide important long-term support during your recovery and rehabilitation.

Find resources for stroke rehab and recovery including the “Life After Stroke” guide, “Simply Good” cookbook and a support network to connect with other survivors at Stroke.org/Recovery.

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More Than 400 People Attend Black Tech Talent’s 2nd Annual Community TechFest

ine playing a video game with the character you’re playing with.” Moments like this affirm Black Tech Talent’s efforts to expose the community to technolo gy and its various applications.

Justice Department and Department of Education Announce a Fairer and More Accessible Bankruptcy Discharge Process for Student Loan Borrowers

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Match Group’s BLK Announces Inaugural Members of New Advocacy Council

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Mobilizing the BLK user base to drive positive change

How BLK can take action to best impact the Black community.

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will provide culturally relevant insight and advice to strengthen and reinforce our work in the community.”

BLK Advocacy Council Members: Phaedra Parks, Attorney/Law Firm Owner, TV Personality, Entrepreneur, and Social Activist

Sesali Bowen, Author, Media Per sonality and Cultural Commentator

Cedric J. Rogers, Co-Founder and CEO of Culture Genesis, Inc.

Geoff Edwards, Creative Leader at GALE

Krystal Garner, Executive Enter tainment Strategist

Ryan Wilson, Co-Founder and CEO of The Gathering Spot

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPART MENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMOR GAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIA TION Plaintiff, -v.- ANTONIO VAUGHN, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA Defendants 2022 CH 03661 317 NEW SALEM STREET PARK FOREST, IL 60466

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS

MAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.TAMEKA L CHAVERS, CHARLES GREEN, JR., SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 19 CH 14657 138 WARWICK STREET PARK FOREST, IL 60466 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE

2019 CH 10960 304 ROYAL OAKS DRIVE A/K/A 304 ROYAL OAK DRIVE STEGER, IL 60475 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE

IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 21, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 5, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 304 ROYAL OAKS DRIVE A/K/A 304 ROYAL OAK DRIVE, STEGER, IL 60475 Property Index No. 32-35-303-004-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, 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 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. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-21-00597 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2019 CH 10960 TJSC#: 423740 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a

HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 4, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 6, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 317 NEW SALEM STREET, PARK FOR EST, IL 60466 Property Index No. 31-24322-009-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, 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, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-22-02981 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2022 CH 03661 TJSC#: 423910 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised

IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 28, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 5, 2023, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 138 WARWICK STREET, PARK FOREST, IL 60466 Property Index No. 31-25-305043-0000 The real estate is improved with a red brown wood brick, one story single fam ily home, attached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by cer tified 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. 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: plead ings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 2003747IL_608687 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 19 CH 14657 TJSC#: 42-1264 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 14657 I3208000

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Notice is hereby give, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: 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.

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that a certification was regis-tered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: Y22009848 on NOVEM BER 9,2022. Under the Assumed Business Name of CHICAGO 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 MOBLEY Complete Address 403 PAXTON AVE., CALUMET CITY, ILLINOIS 60409, USA.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPART MENT - CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST Plaintiff, -v.- CYNTHIA JOHNSON A/K/A CYNTHIA BLEDSOE JOHNSON F/K/A CYNTHIA BLEDSOE, RICKY JOHNSON, HARRIS N.A. N/K/A BMO HARRIS BANK NATIONAL ASSOCI ATION, ROYAL OAK ESTATES HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION Defendants

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