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FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MINNEAPOLIS ROLLS OUT SEASONAL ACTIVITIES

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Four Southland College Prep Charter High School Seniors Awarded More Than $1 Million Total in Full Scholarships to Top Universities by National QuestBridge College Match Program

Minimum Continued from page 1wage hike, pets in public housing among new changes

career, Woolfolk was a to keep petsselected is the result QuestBridge 6,683 Continued from page 1 RICHTON PARK, ILL.— Four tenants member of the Southland finalists bebyconsidered Southland College Prep Charter of Senate Bill to 154, Sen. Linda for band. She has played the alto the QuestBridge ColHigh School seniors earned a Holmes, D-Aurora, andNational Rep. StephBY PETER HANCOCK saxophone since fourth grade lege Match Scholarship.

This cumulative total of more than anie Kifowit, D-Oswego. It provides Capitol News Illinois and is a section leader of the QuestBridge’s 50 college $1 million in four-year full schol- thatyear, tenants of multifamily housing phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com band. She is president of the matched with 2,242 arships to top universities from unitspartners that are acquired, built or renInteract Club and a member finalists, who are recognized as the QuestBridge–National SPRINGFIELD MinimumCollege ovated withScholarship money from the Illinois of the National Honor Society.

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Prep seniors—Isaiah Adegoye, mayMatch hour starting Jan. 1, while tenants weighing lessfor than 50 pounds. accordAfter working at a local to date QuestBridge, Nehemiah James, Danielle Mambo in affordable housing units will be dog grooming business, to the program.of housing applies to residents and Eriyana Woolfolk-- were select- Iting allowed to keepScholarship pets.

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To have four-year The bill passed open either an accounting or students is amazthe year.and board, books and bothfour ingnew room chambers in itsmatch final form on financial consulting business ing,” said Dr. Blondean Y. Davis, The minimum wagetravel increase is supplies, fees and expenses May 30 and Gov. JB Pritzker signed in the future.

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Eriyana Woolfolk has been with technology since he was a an hour. dedication and focus our students paid on the purchase of vehicles, by matched to Rice University.

Marching band and plays the clari- child. He wants to be a programmer in their family to go to college. As a The law allowing public housing capable ofyear evenwhere in challenging $75 are for each model the Out of over 20,800 applicants, net in the wind ensemble. He is the and hopes to start his own compa- child, Woolfolk said her mother inspired her and also exposed her to circumstances.” purchase price is less than $15,000 president of the National Honor So- ny one day. different experiences and activities Dr. Davis praised the Questand by $100 for vehicles priced James, who lives with his ciety and a member of the Interact Bridge program’s mission of congrandparents and mother, said the such as ballet, dance and karate.

Service Club. He also participates above that amount. However, the “She sparked ambition in me,” necting high-achieving high school in the Real Men Read program in QuestBridge scholarship “allows me registration fee for trailers weighing said Woolfolk, who hopes to do the seniors with scholarships to the which Southland students read to to go to school stress free.” less nation’s than 3,000top pounds will granting drop to the same for her younger sister Keyeri, colleges Danielle Mambo, 17, of Matstudents at the Matteson Elemen$36 “greatest instead of of $118. who is a freshman at Southland. opportunities for our tary School. He is also a mentor and teson, will attend the University of College admissions: HB226, “She was a trailblazer. I want to be talented young people.” tutor for underclassmen.

Chicago. She will major in biology establishing the Higherthese Education the same for my sister.

Collectively scholarships Adegoye, who said he aland plans to become a dentist.

Southland College Prep Charvalued at close to $1.3 million, Fairare Admissions Act, prohibits At Southland, Mambo was a ways wanted to be a teacher, said ter High School Background according to Robert Lane, Southpublic colleges and universities Darrell Garth Vanderbilt’s education program at- member of the choir throughout In the years since opening in Director of College Admisfromland’s requiring applicants to submit tracted him to the school. Adegoye her high school career and currently President Darrell/ Publisher Garth August 2010, Southland College Alumni Relations.

SAT,sions ACT and or other standardized test learned about the QuestBridge pro- serves as the choir president. She President / Publisher been made scores as “History part of thehas admissions pro- in the gram from his older sister, Kamaria, is an alto section leader and also a Prep Charter High School has established itself as one of the most splendid of ways,” said Lane, Janice Garth cess, although prospective students dance captain for the choir. She is high-performing high schools in the who also graduated from Southnoting that Southland has had up Janice Garth General Sales Manager/ land in 2021 and was a QuestBridge the secretary for the National Hon- state of Illinois. Among its achievemaytochoose submit them they threeto students earnifQuestBridge Sales Manager/ Scholar. She is currently attending or Society and the Interact Club.

ManagerGeneral wish. ments are: Scholarships in previous years, Manager Washington University in St. Louis.

For her essays for the QuestDrug prices: SB1682 requires • Southland is the only charter but this year, a record number of Adegoye, who is the youngest Bridge scholarship, Mambo said high school in the state to earn an to post a noticewere in- matched.

CST Weekly, Weekly, published published weekly Southland students CST weekly on on pharmacies of four children of a single mother, she wrote about her identity as CST Weekly,and published weekly on “exemplary” designation by the Calling this another “unprecforming consumers that they may Wednesdays distributed in the Wednesdays the said the scholarship is a relief for an American woman and a child Wednesdaysand and distributed distributed ininthe Illinois State Board of Education edented accomplishment” Township of of Bloom, Bloom, (publishing 52 request current pharmacy retail for a Township (publishing 52 Township of Bloom, (publishing 52 his family. of immigrants who came to the (ISBE) for five years, every year school of Southland’s size of almost issues annually).

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580 students, Lane said it is the permission is required to FOID card changes: HB562 enpermission permission isis required required toto burden of my education, I’m really country of Cameroon and how they Exemplary status is awarded to seventh year that Southland reproduce contents whole several changes to the Firearm stureproduce contents contents in reproduce in whole whole oror or actsdents happy to do that,” he said. sometimes conflict. the top 10 percent of the state’s have been matched and went part from the General partfrom fromthe the General General manager manager oror Identification card law. part manager or Owner Nehemiah James, 17, of “I’ve learned to balance them high schools. on to attend prestigious institutions thethepublisher. publisher.

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ROCK THE BELLS AND FORD ‘ROCK THE CAMPUS’ AT ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY

2023 Coramino Fund Grantees from left to right: Monica Nava, Chemn Cafe, Elgin, TX; Kendra Payne, The Herbal Scoop, Narrowsburg, NY; Martin Boyd Jr., Redemption Body Wellness, Philadelphia, PA. Gran Coramino.

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WILL SUPPORT 50 BLACK AND LATINX SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS ACROSS THE U.S. WITH $10,000 GRANTS JERSEY CITY, N.J., PRNewswire -- Gran Coramino® Tequila, an ultra-premium tequila founded by entrepreneur Kevin Hart and 11th-generation tequila maker, Juan Domingo Beckmann, has launched applications for The Coramino Fund, the brand’s giveback program, with U.S. impact partner Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC). The Coramino Fund supports Black and Latinx entrepreneurs across the U.S. with $10,000 grants as well as learning opportunities.

Gran Coramino Tequila donates $1 for every bottle sold to support Black and Latinx entrepreneurs and small business owners across the U.S. and in Mexico. The next round of entrepreneurship programming in Jalisco, Mexico will launch in early 2024.

In its inaugural year, The Coramino Fund received over 20,000 applicants from every state and supported 50 entrepreneurs with $10,000 grants to fuel the growth of their small businesses – three of these entrepreneurs are pictured above. Martin Boyd Jr., owner and founder of Redemption Body Wellness noted, “For me as a business owner, the hardest thing to secure is new staff members while also expanding programs for the community, especially for youth and elders.

This grant gives me the opportunity to do just that.”

Kevin Hart, co-founder of Gran Coramino Tequila, noted, “The Coramino Fund is not just about grants – it’s about building a legacy of economic empowerment and generational success. The impact our first year of collaboration with LISC had on Black and Latinx small business owners was inspiring to see. With this new round of support, we’re continuing to help break the barriers that have held talented entrepreneurs back from achieving their dreams.”

“The Coramino Fund is not merely a financial boost for small businesses; it’s a transformative force for aspiring entrepreneurs,” said Michael T. Pugh, LISC CEO. “We’re eager to continue leveling the playing field for under-resourced Black and Latinx small business owners. Together with Gran

Coramino Tequila, we are supporting sustainable businesses, quality jobs and economic growth that will enrich lives and uplift communities across the nation.”

Gran Coramino was established in 2022 by comedian and entrepreneur Kevin Hart and 11th-generation tequila producer Juan Domingo Beckmann. Co-created alongside Global Brand Equities and Proximo Spirits, the venture seamlessly blends Hart’s passion for tequila with Beckmann’s expertise in spirits making. The Coramino Fund — the brand’s give-back program now in its second year — was developed to reflect the pair’s dedication to giving back to their communities.

LISC is one of the country’s largest community development organizations, helping forge vibrant, resilient communities across America. LISC works with residents and partners to close systemic gaps in health, wealth, and opportunity and advance racial equity so that people and places can thrive. Since its founding in 1979, LISC has invested $29.7 billion to create more than 489,000 affordable homes and apartments, develop 81.4 million square feet of retail, community, and educational space, and help tens of thousands of people find employment and improve their finances.

Gran Coramino is a tequila brand founded by two world-class masters of their crafts, Juan Domingo Beckmann and Kevin Hart.

Launching first with Gran Coramino Reposado Cristalino, the tequila is matured in Eastern European oak barrels, finished in California Cabernet wine casks, and slow-filtered for smooth flavor and crystal-clear color.

The brand expanded with an Añejo expression on September 14, 2022, offering a silky smooth tequila taste with a long and sweet cognac-laced finish. Gran Coramino will donate $1 from every bottle sold to support diverse entrepreneurs and small businesses from communities in Tequila, Mexico, and the United States. Gran Coramino® Tequila. 40% Alc./Vol. (80 proof). Trademarks owned by Gran Coramino LLC. ©2023 Gran Coramino, Jersey City, NJ. Please drink responsibly.

LOS ANGELES, PRNewswire -- Rock The Bells, the global platform dedicated to elevating Hip-Hop culture from its roots to the modern day, announced ‘Rock The Campus’ presented by Ford. During the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop celebration at Alabama State University on October 8-9, ‘Rock The Campus’ honored the culture and connection of Hip-Hop and HBCUs. The Alabama State University’s Department of Theatre Arts and its dance theater room was transformed into a Hip-Hop-themed time capsule to capture the impactful role HBCUs play in Hip-Hop. Alabama State alum and Hip-Hop artist 2 Chainz was accompanied by his artist Skooly and performed with emerging talent, showcasing the impact these institutions have on shaping visionaries. Staying true to the rich culture of HBCUs, the memorable series of intimate performances was supported by the Marching Hornets marching band. The performances will be released on the Rock The Bells YouTube channel with each episode serving as a tribute to the HBCU community’s remarkable resilience in exploring new horizons and forging ahead in all fields of interest. “’Rock The Campus’ represents a tribute to the influence of HBCUs on the ever-evolving Hip-Hop culture. Some of today’s most influential artists proudly trace their roots back to these esteemed institutions, often during homecomings,” said Ann Akinnuoye, Head of Partner Relations – Brand Partnerships at Rock The Bells. “Our partnership PRNewsfoto/Rock The Bells with Ford for the ‘Rock The Campus’ initiative is our way of giving back to the next generation of talented students, who may find their own creative sparks and world-changing ideas on their college campuses.”

“It was important for me to partner with Rock The Bells and Ford for this campaign because it’s more than just giving back,” said 2 Chainz. “It’s a full circle moment for me to return to my old stomping grounds, Alabama State University, to show love and support to the next generation, and to drop some wisdom. It’s all about investing in what’s coming next.”

Just as Ford innovation drives progress in the automotive world, HBCUs act as catalysts, igniting creativity to shape a brighter future. Continuing Ford’s commitment to HBCUs as an extension of its Accelerating Brilliance campaign, ‘Rock The Campus’ provides a canvas to showcase the myriad of expressions contributing to the vibrant lifestyle flourishing within these institutions.

Furthering its commitment to HBCUs, Rock The Bells and Ford are also announcing a sweepstakes with voting open to students, faculty, and alumni. Individuals will be asked to vote for their favorite department and the one with the most votes will receive a $10,000 donation to support student purchases for books, meal plans, and electronic devices that are needed for school.

Rock The Bells is the preeminent voice for timeless HipHop. Founded in 2018 by LL COOL J and Geoff Yang, Rock The Bells focuses on content, commerce and experiences that honor the CULTURE and the core elements of Hip-Hop — MCing, DJing, Breaking, Graffiti — and more. Rock The Bells is the bridge between OG’s and those inspired by their groundbreaking influences on the culture. Visit us at www. rockthebells.com, stream LL COOL J’s Rock The Bells Radio on SiriusXM Channel 43, and follow us on Instagram @ RockTheBells.

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FOUR SEASONS HOTEL MINNEAPOLIS ROLLS OUT SEASONAL ACTIVITIES MINNEAPOLIS, PRNewswire -- As Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis continues its five-month celebration of winter, the Hotel is introducing a series of outdoor adventures to build upon the dining and shopping experience in Nordic Village, the guided sauna experience at The Spa and the Mediterranean meets Minnesota experience in Mara. Additionally, to keep guests warm and cosy throughout their activities of choice, the Hotel will soon be offering a selection of winter wear on loan from Canada Goose.

“Our team at Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis believes in winter, and we believe in our community,” says General Manager Florian Riedel. “Inviting guests to participate in these seasonal events and outdoor adventures is another way we can bring people together and shine a light on our beautiful home state and all it has to offer. When you stay with us, you’ll get the best of both worlds: adventure by day and city by night.”

WINTER WONDERS: OUTDOOR ADVENTURES IN THE AREA From ice fishing and Nordic skiing to snowshoeing, curling and more, Hotel residents and guests are invited to enjoy seasonal activities best experienced in Minnesota.

Favourites from the Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis team are all within 45 minutes of the Hotel and include: Curling at Frogtown Curling Club: The Twin Cities are home to Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis more curlers than anywhere else in the country, and they play this unique sport as much for the strategy and skill as the post-game socializing. Visitors will spot signatures from former US team skipper Debbie McCormick and John Landsteiner, member of the 2018 Olympic team, on the Frogtown Wall of Fame.

Snowmobiling the Northwest Trails: Explore the natural landscape just north of the Twin Cities while enjoying the great outdoors – and a bit of adventure. Snowmobiles can cover a large amount of varied terrain, from lakes to park reserves to unique Minnesota towns.

Ice Skating at the Guidant John Rose MN Oval: At 110,000 square feet, the OVAL is the largest refrigerated outdoor rink in North America. Whether figure skating, speed skating or playing pond hockey – a Minnesota tradition – the evergreen-lined loop welcomes skaters of all ages and abilities. Olympic speed skaters Bonnie Blair and Dan Jansen have skated the loop.

Ice Skating at Centennial Lakes Park: Nestled in tony suburb Edina, Centennial Lakes Park is a charming 24-acre park with a large pond. Offering a warming house and skate rentals, popular restaurants sit just steps away for post-skate refreshments.

Interested residents and guests are encouraged to reach out to the Hotel’s Guest Experience team for more information. Likewise, event hosts and

meeting planners may contact the Events Team at sales.minneapolis@fourseasons.com to learn more about group experiences and arrange Hotel tours.

WINTER WEAR FROM CANADA GOOSE

As part of a new collaboration with Canada Goose, one of the world’s leading makers of performance luxury apparel, Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis will be offering guests a selection of jackets on loan in 2024 so they may experience winter to the fullest. Available in a variety of colours and styles, winter apparel will be on display from the moment guests arrive as all Hotel employees at the door as well as those stationed in Nordic Village will be outfitted in Canada Goose parkas. Interested guests are invited to reach out to the Hotel’s Guest Experience team with their requests for the New Year.

WINTER WEEKENDS IN NORDIC VILLAGE

A collection of cedar cabins on the Hotel’s fourth floor alfresco space, Nordic Village is open for dinners, private events and buyouts Wednesdays through Sundays through March 31, 2024, and local shopping on winter weekends through January 28, 2024. Minnesota’s own MartinPatrick3, an internationally recognized boutique dedicated to building a oneof-a-kind experience, designed and decorated the cabins, while area curator Mich Berthiaume facilities the markets. Those who dine in Nordic Village unlock seasonal savings on an overnight stay – and suites include a bottle of Dom Pérignon. Reservations become available one month at a time on Tock.

WINTER WELLBEING: A GUIDED SAUNA EXPERIENCE

Just beyond Nordic Village, The Spa is offering a guided sauna experience as part of its commitment to nourishment through nature. A collaborative effort with Cedar and Stone Nordic Sauna, a North American leader in premium sauna design and construction as well as experience creation, this 75-minute service is curated for each guest with their unique wellness goals in mind. Appointments for one to eight people may be made online or by calling 612 895 5707.

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UNIVERSAL DESTINATIONS & EXPERIENCES CREATES FIRSTEVER THEME PARK CONCEPT FOR FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN: UNIVERSAL KIDS RESORT FRISCO, Texas, PRNewswire -- Universal Destinations & Experiences, a division of Comcast NBCUniversal, officially introduces Universal Kids Resort – the company’s first-ever theme park designed specifically for families with young children. Located in Frisco, Texas and first announced earlier this year, this imaginative, original resort brings the company’s innovative style of storytelling to a new, younger audience.

Universal Kids Resort will include a theme park featuring immersive themed lands that celebrate Universal’s iconic brand of entertainment, humor and fun – bringing to life its beloved characters and stories in ways that will wow the youngest theme park goers. It will feature family-friendly attractions, interactive and playful shows, unique merchandise, fun food and beverage venues and character meet and greets. The resort area will also include a 300-room themed hotel giving families a place to stay and to play following their day of adventure.

“Universal Kids Resort will inspire the unbridled creativity of kids through imagination, discovery and most importantly – play,” said Molly Murphy, President, Universal Creative. “We’re designing the resort so kids and families can feel the thrill of being physically immersed in their most beloved stories and characters.”

Set in lush green landscape with a distinctive look, feel and scale specifically for younger kids, the park will deliver the quality the Universal brand is known for worldwide.

Progress on the new concept is well underway following a groundbreaking in November. Universal Kids Resort will drive immediate economic impact for the region, creating thousands of jobs including more than 2,500 new construction jobs. Throughout the project, the company will remain focused on ensuring the resort adds value and positively serves the community.

Additional details about Universal Kids Resort will be revealed over time. To stay updated on all the company’s newest developments, visit corporate.universaldestinationsandexperiences.com.

Universal Destinations & Experiences, a unit of Comcast NBCUniversal, offers guests around the world the most innovative, immersive and popular entertainment experiences. Our portfolio is comprised of world-class theme parks featuring the industry’s most thrilling and technologically advanced attractions, exceptional hotels and resorts, unique merchandise, games, virtual and live entertainment experiences. We use our rich collection of stories and franchises – from Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation and more – to take people to places they couldn’t imagine while creating memorable and emotionally fulfilling moments for people of all ages.

WINTER WARMTH AT MARA

Named Restaurant of the Year in its first year open by both Minnesota Monthly and The Star Tribune, Mara’s menu and staff warm up every encounter. Seasonal events include two meals on Christmas Eve (December 24), all-day dining on Christmas Day (December 25), four courses on New Year’s Eve (December 31), a new prix-fixe menu for New Year’s Day (January 1) and a signature event – A Winter’s Table (February 1) – during The Great Northern Festival.

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Congresswoman Robin Kelly, Senator Durbin Lead Congressional Support for ATF Proposed Rule to Expand Background Checks WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, led letters signed by over 160 Members of Congress in support of a proposed rule by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) titled “Definition of ‘Engaged in the Business’ as a Dealer in Firearms.” This proposal utilizes provisions in the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA), passed in 2022 and signed into law by President Biden, to expand background check requirements for gun sellers not previously classified as a Federal firearm licensee (FFL).

The proposed rule will expand the definition of “engaged in the business” of dealing firearms to anyone who sells firearms to earn a profit, requiring them to register as an FFL and perform background checks. By doing so, this rule will close potential loopholes that allow individuals to avoid background checks. The initiative aligns with the overarching goal of the BSCA, to prevent gun violence and create safer communities.

“The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act was a historic step forward to prevent gun violence and make our communities safer for everyone. The proposed ATF rule to clarify and strengthen background check requirements honors the spirit of the BSCA and will help prevent guns from falling into the wrong hands,” said Congresswoman Robin Kelly. “I am proud to lead my colleagues in support of the rule and reflect our unwavering commitment to public safety. I will continue to support robust efforts to strengthen gun violence prevention laws and invest in communities.”

“Too many families have mourned the loss of a loved one – children, parents, friends – because of the rampant gun violence in this country. We must implement further gun violence prevention measures, including ensuring that everyone who purchases a gun passes a background check. Under existing law, certain gun sellers can evade the requirement to perform background checks, potentially allowing firearms to fall into the wrong hands,” said Durbin. “I’m joining my colleagues in support of ATF’s proposed rule to close that loophole and require gun dealers to do their due diligence and conduct background checks on their buyers.”

“For the first time in three decades, Congress came together to address the American crisis of gun violence by passing the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act,” McBath said. “With this proposed rule, we have the opportunity to take another step towards strengthening our background check system and closing dangerous loopholes that put our communities at risk. I thank my colleagues for their support. Together, we continue to speak up to save lives.”

“Closing loopholes that gun sellers use to avoid background checks is an essential step towards ensuring that people who are a danger to themselves or others are not able to purchase firearms.

I’m proud to work with gun violence prevention leaders like Robin Kelly and other members of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force on moving towards universal background checks. This rule will help us save lives and keep our communities safe from the scourge of gun violence, and I look forward to a continued partnership with ATF to close loopholes and crack down on bad actors seeking to exploit our laws,” said Rep. Mike Thompson.

“The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act was an urgent response to the gun violence epidemic that continues to shatter families and communities — and it’s critical we seize this historic legislation, which is a necessary first step in gun safety reform, to help save lives,” Rep. Dean said. “The ATF’s proposed rule builds on our legislation to close potential loopholes in firearm sales. I’m grateful for Congresswoman Robin Kelly for leading congressional support of this ATF rule.”

“America’s current background check system is riddled with loopholes, to the point where it’s like having two security lines at the airport—one where people are required to be screened, and one where people can stroll through carrying whatever guns they want. You can guess which line the criminals prefer. Closing the online and gun show loopholes will keep weapons out of the hands of dangerous people and save lives. We thank Representative Kelly and Senator Durbin and all of the signatories to this comment, and we urge the Administration to urgently finalize their proposed rule as written,” said John Feinblatt, President of Everytown for Gun Safety.

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Gov. Pritzker Celebrates Gold Star Tree Lighting Ceremony SPRINGFIELD – Governor JB Pritzker joined active duty military members, veterans, and Gold Star families at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum for the Gold Star Tree Lighting ceremony.

“The State of Illinois stands with our Gold Star families today and every day,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “In both joyous and sorrowful moments, we commemorate, remember, and celebrate alongside these families. We are forever grateful for their sacrifice and proud to honor the memory of our state’s fallen heroes. It’s this legacy of giving that marks the holiday season.”

The ceremony pays tribute to Illinois’ veterans, fallen heroes, and their families. Governor Pritzker joined the families in decorating and lighting a tree as a symbol of gratitude and remembrance. The Gold Star families in attendance at the ceremony were able to place a commemorative ornament on the tree in honor of their loved ones.

“Today we speak the names and honor the sacrifices of our fallen servicemen and women, and our military families,” said Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton. “Their light is truly never gone because it lives on in these families. May we always remember those who gave their lives in service to our county and hold their families in hearts during this holiday season.”

Biden-Harris Administration Prepares for Third Student Debt Relief Negotiation Session The U.S. Department of Education releases updated proposed regulatory text that would provide much-needed debt relief to student borrowers across the country The Biden-Harris Administration today took another step in its continued efforts to provide financial relief to significant numbers of student loan borrowers with the release of an updated copy of proposed regulatory text. The proposals build on the Biden-Harris Administration’s actions to date to provide student loan borrowers with much-needed breathing room.

Already the Administration has approved a total of $127 billion in student debt relief for 3.6 million borrowers through a variety of actions.

The U.S. Department of Education (Department) will discuss the proposed text released today with its committee of non-Federal negotiators December 11 and 12. This meeting is the next required public step before the Department is able to start working on draft rules, which will be released for public comment next year. In addition, the Department continues to consider relief options for borrowers experiencing financial hardship that the current loan system does not address, and will be dedicating time to this topic in the upcoming negotiating session.

“The Biden-Harris Administration has already secured a total of $127 billion in debt relief for 3.6 million borrowers through a variety of actions, but we know there are so many hardworking Americans and families out there who still need help,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. “Student loans are supposed to be a bridge to a better life, not a life sentence of endless debt. This rulemaking process is about standing up for borrowers who’ve been failed by the country’s broken student loan system and creating new regulations that will reduce the burden of student debt in this country.”

The proposed regulatory text released today provides more information on ideas discussed in early November around separate types of debt relief. The updated text reflects suggestions from negotiators and continued review by the Department. The text proposes to provide relief in the following circumstances: Borrowers whose balances are greater than what they owed upon entering repayment. Many borrowers see interest charges grow faster than they can make payments. The Department has addressed these problems going forward through the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan and new policies limiting interest capitalization. One of the Department’s proposals Continue on page 7

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BIDEN-HARRIS... Continued From Page 6 would provide up to $10,000 of relief to all borrowers cially harm students, such as misconduct affecting education more affordable. This includes approving who have experienced balance growth due to interstudent eligibility. This would also apply to programs a total of $127 billion in relief for nearly 3.6 million est. Two additional proposals would provide even or institutions that close prior to the finalization of borrowers, through a variety of actions, including: more interest relief to lower-income borrowers and to such efforts or determinations.

Nearly $42 billion for almost 855,000 borrowers borrowers enrolled in SAVE. Next week, the Department and the non-Federal who are eligible for forgiveness through IDR by fixBorrowers whose loans first entered repayment negotiators will discuss these ideas. At the end of ing historical inaccuracies in the count of payments many years ago. The Department updated this prothe two-day session the committee will determine that qualify toward forgiveness. posed text to provide one-time relief 20 years after whether it is able to reach consensus on each of Almost $51 billion for 715,000 public servants entering repayment for borrowers with only underthese ideas individually. Consensus means there is through Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) graduate loans. All other borrowers would receive no dissent on a given idea. Following this meeting programs, including the limited PSLF waiver and forgiveness on loans that entered repayment 25 years the Department will work on draft rules that will be Temporary Expanded PSLF (TEPSLF). ago, the same timeline as proposed by the Departreleased for public comment next year. The Depart$11.7 billion for almost 513,000 borrowers with a ment at the second session. ment will use any regulatory text that reaches contotal and permanent disability.

Borrowers who are eligible for forgiveness under sensus in its draft rules. $22.5 billion for more than 1.3 million borrowers income-driven repayment plans or discharge opWhile the Department is not providing proposed who were cheated by their schools, saw their instiportunities such as Public Service Loan Forgiveness regulatory text related to defining hardship for bortutions precipitously close, or are covered by related but have not yet applied for such relief. The proposal rowers, the Department will consider ways to pursue court settlements. would provide borrowers with the benefits they have relief for this category of borrowers and has dedicatThe Biden-Harris Administration remains earned. The Department simplified this language ed time to address this issue during the December committed to making college more affordable and from the prior session. session. also ensuring student debt is not a roadblock to Borrowers who attended programs or instituA copy of the proposed regulatory text is availattaining a college degree or credential and plantions that failed to deliver sufficient financial value. able at tinyurl.com/bdhnnpvf. Updates on the ning for the future. The Administration launched This policy would provide relief to borrowers who are student debt relief rulemaking process will be posted the most affordable student loan repayment plan left repaying loans where the Department has taken at tinyurl.com/38vxpxus. This includes transcripts ever—the SAVE Plan—earlier this year, has made action to terminate future borrowing at an instituand archived videos of the first and second sessions, the largest increase to Pell Grants in a decade, and tion or program because the institution or program is which took place in October and November. Members has charted a course to double the maximum Pell leaving students with unaffordable debts, or where of the public who wish to view the upcoming session Grant and make community college free to ensuch actions are cut off by closure. The Department or provide public testimony can also find a link on hance college affordability and reduce unnecessary clarified and expanded this proposed language from that page where they can register to do so. There will student debt. The Administration is also holding the prior session. In addition to including situations only be public comment on the first day. institutions accountable for unaffordable debts and where a program or institution failed accountabilContinuing to provide debt relief and support recently issued final regulations that set standards ity measures based on their cohort default rates or borrowers for graduate earnings and debt outcomes for career debt-to-earnings rates, the Department is proposing Today’s announcement builds on the work the programs, while enhancing transparency for all proto include situations where institutions or programs Biden-Harris Administration has already done to grams to give students the information they need to lose access to Federal aid due to actions that finanimprove the student loan program and make higher make informed choices.

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YOUNGARTS AWARD WINNERS MIAMI, PRNewswire -- YoungArts announces the 2024 YoungArts award winners— nearly 700 of the most accomplished young visual, literary and performing artists from across the country, heralding the next generation of artists to watch. YoungArts award winners are selected through a highly competitive application, which is reviewed by panels of esteemed, discipline-specific artists in a rigorous adjudication process. 2024 YoungArts award winners join a distinguished community of artists who are offered creative and professional development support throughout their careers. A complete list of the 2024 winners, all 15–18 years old or in grades 10–12, is available online at youngarts.org/winners.

“It is an extraordinary privilege to welcome these brilliant young artists into the YoungArts community,” said YoungArts President Clive Chang. “We’re honored to recognize and encourage these artists at this critical stage 2023 YoungArts winner in Jazz in their careers, and we’re Mason Bryant. Photo by Jason looking forward to playing an Koerner. active, ongoing role in what will no doubt be an incredible opportunities. 2024 YoungArts artistic journey for each of winners also have the opportuthem.” nity to participate in YoungArts 2023 YoungArts Winner in Theater Braxton Cook, photo All YoungArts award Labs, all-expenses paid learnby Jason Koerner (PRNewsfoto/YoungArts) winners have demonstrated ing intensives with field-definexceptional technique, a strong ing artists working in New York sense of artistry, and an extraordinary commitment to deand Los Angeles. veloping their crafts. This year, winners were selected from Among the 2024 class of YoungArts award winners, more than 9,000 applications across 10 artistic disciplines panelists also select a smaller group of particularly out– classical music, dance, design, film, jazz, photography, standing YoungArts winners with distinction. These artists theater, visual arts, voice, and writing. Each award winner are invited to participate in National YoungArts Week, held will receive a monetary award of $250.

January 7-13, 2024, in Miami. During the week, particiFor the duration of their careers, YoungArts award pants have opportunities to share their own work, which winners are eligible for exclusive creative and professional is further evaluated for cash awards of up to $10,000; development support; microgrants and financial awards; experience interdisciplinary classes and workshops; and presentation opportunities in collaboration with major receive mentorship from leading artists in their fields. 2024 venues and cultural partners nationwide; and access to winners with distinction will have the chance to learn from YoungArts Post, a free, private online platform for Younnotable artists such as Denyce Graves, Lois Greenfield, and gArts artists to connect, collaborate and discover new Ranee, Aparna, and Ashwini Ramaswamy of Ragamala

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Winners with distinction are also eligible to be nominated to become U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts, one of the highest honors given to high school seniors by the President of the United States. YoungArts, the sole nominating agency, nominates 60 artists to the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars, from which the 20 U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts are selected.

YoungArts award winners join a distinguished group of accomplished artists including Daniel Arsham, Terence Blanchard, Camille A. Brown, Timothée Chalamet, Viola Davis, Amanda Gorman, Judith Hill, Jennifer Koh, Tarell Alvin McCraney, Andrew Rannells, Desmond Richardson and Hunter Schafer.

Support

YoungArts programming throughout the year is made possible by the support of its most generous donors, including Anthropologie; Aon; Micky and Madeleine Arison Family Foundation; Sarah Arison and Thomas Wilhelm; Jeffrey Davis and Michael Miller; State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts; Jay Franke and David Herro; The Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation; Agnes Gund; Hearst Foundations; Barbara and Amos Hostetter; Michi and Charles Jigarjian / 7G Foundation; John S. and James L. Knight Foundation; Leslie and Jason Kraus; Ashley Longshore; Steven and Oxana Marks; Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners; Northern Trust Bank; The Jorge M. Pérez Family Foundation at The Miami Foundation; Podhurst Orseck; PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP; Psycho Bunny; Rockefeller Brothers Fund; Jen Rubio and Stewart Butterfield; Sidney and Florence Stern Family Foundation; SunChips; Sandra and Tony Tamer; Bruce and Ellie Taub; and UBS Financial Services, Inc. YoungArts—the national foundation for the advancement of artists—was established in 1981 by Lin and Ted Arison to identify exceptional young artists, amplify their potential, and invest in their lifelong creative freedom. For more information, visit youngarts.org.

“I Love You Just As You Are” by Beth Rucker: A Heartwarming Tale of Love and Acceptance for All Children CHARLESTON, S.C., es of finding meaningful, yet succinct, bedtime stories. “When my PRNewswire -- Beth Rucker, husband, Darius Rucker, and I’s acclaimed author and co-founder children were younger, he traveled of the nonprofit organization Just so much, and I was always looking Be You, is excited to announce for books with a sweet message the release of her heartwarming but that didn’t delay bedtime (for children’s book, “I Love You Just them or me, haha). This is that As You Are.” Inspired by her book!” she shares. experiences as a parent, Beth The book is available for purcrafted this enchanting tale to deliver a powerful message of love chase on popular platforms such and acceptance to young readers as Amazon and Barnes and Noble, without extending bedtime as well as through various private routines. retail vendors.

The book gained national Written with her own children in mind, now grown, Beth attention when it was featured on aimed to instill in young hearts a the Today show, receiving high “I Love You Just As You Are” by Beth Rucker. profound sense of self-worth and praise for its impactful message PRNewsFoto. an appreciation for the inherent within its concise pages. “I Love beauty within themselves and You Just As You Are” has swiftly others. This passion led her to establish Just Be You, become a cherished addition to countless family reading a nonprofit organization with a mission to build teens’ collections, earning recognition as a go-to gift for baby confidence through self-compassion and self-love. showers and graduations alike.

At Just Be You, the focus is on encouraging young As a mother, Beth Rucker understands the challeng-

adults to embrace their unique selves while providing the tools necessary to understand and implement self-compassion and resilience. Importantly, all proceeds from the sales of “I Love You Just As You Are” directly support the impactful initiatives of Just Be You. Beth Rucker invites everyone to learn more about Just Be You by visiting their website at JustBeYou.org.

By supporting “I Love You Just As You Are,” readers not only bring home a delightful children’s book but also contribute to a cause dedicated to fostering confidence and self-love in the next generation.

Just Be You is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to build teens confidence through self-compassion and self-love.Through workshops, school assemblies and motivational speakers, Just Be You focuses on the daily challenges of life as a modern teen, offering them a safe environment to be kind to themselves, share, learn and grow into their most confident self. Just Be You encourages young adults to embrace their unique self while outfitting them with the tools needed to understand and implement self-compassion and resilience. When we are kinder to ourselves we are better equipped to handle adversity and are kinder and more compassionate toward others.

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COOK COUNTY COMMISSIONER DENNIS DEER & STROGER HOSPITAL LAUNCH ENORMOUS BLOOD DRIVE “WE MUST DEFEAT THE BAD NARRATIVE THAT BLACK AND BROWN INDIVIDUALS DON’T DONATE BLOOD” Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer (2nd District) was joined by Stroger Hospital Executive Donnica Austin-Cathey, Stroger Hospital Physicians, Vitalant Blood Organization Executive Tammy Winchester, Community Activists, and Civic leaders in launching an all-new Cook County Blood Drive. Commissioner Deer, who also serves as the County Board’s Chairman of the Cook County Health Board of Directors, is spearheading this effort all while strongly advocating for more African American and Hispanic donors.

“The obvious low numbers in black and brown donors are of great concern throughout the industry of medicine. In the United States, blood donation rates of African American are 25-50% of that of white individuals. Significant improvements in African American donor recruitment are needed to adequately meet the demand of African American patients as well as the entire population. “said Commissioner Deer.

Stroger Hospital is joining Commissioner Deer in calling upon the local community to rally behind a critical cause as it host this necessary blood drive.

The hospital has joined the Vitalant Organization to ensure a robust response to the ongoing need for blood donations, particularly as we approach the busy holiday period. Those interested in securing a slot for donations are being encouraged to schedule an appointment by contacting Vitalant at 877.258.4825 or by visiting vitalant.org and utilizing the group code ORD0Q428. While appointments are highly recommended, walk-ins are equally welcome to take part in this life-saving event.

Preparation is key for donors to maximize the

effectiveness of their contribution. It is advised that potential donors eat well, maintain hydration, and carry a valid form of identification when arriving for their donation session. This simple yet impactful act can make an immense difference in someone’s life, serving as a lifeline during emergencies and surgeries and for individuals battling various medical conditions.

In a gesture of appreciation for those who generously give their time and blood, Stroger Hospital is expressing gratitude by offering a special incentive. Donors will receive a token of thanks in the form of a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card or the option to select a gift card from other reputable retailers through our donor rewards store. To qualify for this incentive, donors must have an account and be opted into the recognition program, earning redeemable points towards the selected gift card. Commissioner Dennis Deer hopes this will provide some level of support to those in need and will help generate more people to attend this important event.

Commissioner Deer adds, “The life of the body is in the blood. Blood donations not only improve lives but save lives. I am the recipient of a double lung transplant, and it is certainly God’s grace and the blood donated that gave me a second chance. I encourage everyone to please donate,” says Cook Commissioner Dennis Deer of the 2nd District.”

Detailed information is available at vitalant. org or through a direct call to 877-258-4825 for those considering participation or with eligibility queries.

Left to Right Stroger Hospital Physician James Dennis, Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer, Vitalant Blood Organization Executive Tammy Winchester, Stroger Hospital Executive Donnica Austin-Cathey

ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL LEADS COALITION OPPOSING BROAD LIFETIME VOTER DISENFRANCHISEMENT FOR PEOPLE CONVICTED OF FELONIES Attorney General Kwame Raoul, with Connecticut Attorney General William Tong and District of Columbia Attorney General Brian Schwalb, co-led a collation of 22 state attorneys general in calling for an end to Mississippi’s regime of largescale, permanent felon voter disenfranchisement.

Raoul and the attorneys general filed an amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit. A panel of 5th Circuit judges previously ruled that Mississippi’s system constitutes cruel and unusual punishment under the Eighth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and entered an order instructing the district court to issue an injunction stopping Mississippi from enforcing the provision. However, the 5th Circuit vacated that ruling and decided to have the full court hear the case.

“The vast majority of states have come to recognize that restoring voting rights helps convicted people fully reintegrate into their communities after they have served their debt to society,” Raoul said. “Restoring this fundamental right fosters civic participation and improves public safety.”

Mississippi’s state constitution bars people convicted of a wide range of felonies from voting. During the 2022 election cycle, more than 220,000 Mississippians who had completed their sentences or who were on probation or supervised release were barred from voting under the state’s system. The constitution also includes a process for those convicted of felonies to regain the right to vote, through either a gubernatorial pardon or a two-thirds vote by both houses of the state legislature. However, this bar for re-enfranchisement is practically unattainable, usually resulting in fewer than five people regaining the right to vote in any given year.

In their brief, Raoul and the attorneys general argue that Mississippi’s approach, which has remained largely untouched since 1890, is out of step with the rest of the country. The brief notes that 39 states and the District of Columbia have reached a consensus that people convicted of felonies should be able to vote after serving their sentences and that restoring this right has public

safety benefits. Over the past 25 years, states have restored voting rights to more than 1 million people by reforming their felon disenfranchisement laws.

Raoul and the coalition maintain that restoring voting rights is particularly important given the disparate impact of felon disenfranchisement laws on minority communities. Mississippi’s disenfranchisement system was enacted during the Reconstruction era in response to the expansion of Black suffrage and with the express purpose of ensuring that the government would remain “under the control of the white people of the State.”

As of the November 2022 election, nearly 16% of the Black voting-age population of the state was disenfranchised.

Joining Attorneys General Raoul, Schwalb and Tong in filing the brief are the attorneys general of California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington and Wisconsin.

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and younger) being evaluated for elbow pain. MRI is an CHICAGO, PRNewswire -- Youth baseball players are ideal method for identifying joint problems, because it can prone to elbow pain and injuries, including repetitive overuse non-invasively show cross-sectional details of soft tissues changes and fractures, based on the maturity of their bones, according to a new study being presented today at the annual (cartilage, tendons and ligaments) and bone.

“We conducted this study in order to better understand meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). the patterns of injuries that can occur among youth baseball The repetitive motion and force of throwing a baseball players with elbow pain,” said senior author Jie C. Nguyen, places a large amount of stress on the growing bones, joints and muscles of the elbows of baseball players. Youth baseball M.D., M.S., director for the Section of Musculoskeletal Imagplayers who have not yet reached ing in the Department of Radiology at skeletal maturity might be espeCHOP. “Tissue vulnerability and, thus, sites at risk for injury, change with cially vulnerable to elbow pain and growth and maturation. A younger injuries. player injures differently than an older “When we look at the forces player. It is our hope that this data that baseball players, even Little will help us continue to improve and League baseball players, deal with individualize the care of current and during routine practice and games, future generations of youth baseball it becomes apparent why elbow players.” injuries are so common amongst The average age of this study this group,” said study co-author group of patients was 13.9 years, with Vandan Patel, B.S., a radiolo(PRNewsfoto/Radiological Society of North 115 boys and 15 girls included. The frequengy-orthopedics research scholar at America (RSNA)) Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia cy with which the patients played baseball (CHOP) in Pennsylvania. varied from daily to recreationally.

Most recent estimates show that 20 to 40% of youth Two radiologists independently reviewed the MRI exbaseball players between the ages of nine and 12 complain of ams to categorize the skeletal maturity and different findings elbow pain at least once during the season. of each patient’s elbow. They classified 85 patients as skeleSkeletally immature children have growth plates, which tally mature and 45 patients as skeletally immature. are areas of bone that are made up of cartilage, a rubbery and The most common MRI findings in skeletally immaflexible connective tissue, that allows the bones to grow and ture players included fluid build-up around the joint, stress change in shape as a child ages. Growth plates are weaker injuries near the growth plate, fractures, and osteochonthan the surrounding muscles and bones and prone to injury dritis dissecans (OCD) lesions, where a piece of bone and that can lead to either reversible changes or permanent the overlying cartilage is injured and can detach, leading to deformity. reduced range of motion and risk for premature osteoarthritis Skeletal maturity occurs when the growth plates have in adulthood. closed, and no more bone (or growth) is being made. This Conversely, in skeletally mature players, the injury usually occurs at the end of puberty, typically around age 13 pattern shifts from the growth plates to the soft tissue. These to 15 for girls and 15 to 17 for boys. players most often had triceps tendinosis—a condition in In this retrospective study, the researchers reviewed which the tendon connecting the triceps muscle to the elbow elbow MRI exams from 130 youth players (18 years of age bone becomes strained, irritated or torn—and fluid build-

up in the bony area of the elbow where the ulnar collateral ligament attaches. The ulnar collateral ligament runs on the inner side of the elbow and helps stabilize it.

Injuries that required surgery included intra-articular bodies (small fragments inside the joint), and unstable OCD. “In terms of the skeletally immature children, 9 patients (11%) had intra-articular bodies, and 19 patients (22%) had OCD lesions,” Patel said.

The researchers hope that the results of this study will help to identify elbow injuries in children who play baseball and to individualize treatment based on skeletal maturity.

“This information is critically important not only to physicians, but also to parents and team coaches, all of whom provide crucial support for these children, reducing injury and preventing permanent damage on and off the field,” said co-author Theodore J. Ganley, M.D., director of Sports Medicine and Performance Center in the Division of Orthopaedics at CHOP. “As parents, caregivers and coaches, it is important to be aware of these findings in order to ensure that symptoms of pain are not overlooked during the baseball season.”

Although they did find that prevalence of injury was linked to prolonged play, the researchers said further studies are needed to identify exactly which injuries are more time dependent compared to others.

“This does not mean that elbow injuries are inevitable in baseball,” Patel said. “With proper technique and proper rest, these injuries could potentially be avoided.”

Additional co-authors are Shahwar M. Tariq, B.S., Liya Gendler, D.O., Apurva S. Shah, M.D., M.B.A., and Adam C. Zoga, M.D., M.B.A. Note: Copies of RSNA 2023 news releases and electronic images will be available online at RSNA.org/press23.

RSNA is an association of radiologists, radiation oncologists, medical physicists and related scientists promoting excellence in patient care and health care delivery through education, research and technologic innovation. The Society is based in Oak Brook, Illinois. (RSNA.org) For patient-friendly information on pediatric and musculoskeletal imaging, visit RadiologyInfo.org.

Regular Screening Mammograms Significantly Reduce Breast Cancer Deaths CHICAGO, PRNewswire -- Breast cancer mortality is significantly reduced when women regularly attend screening mammograms, according to research being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

Early detection of breast cancer, before symptoms are present, is key to survivability. According to the American Cancer Society, women between the ages of 45 and 54 should get mammograms every year. Women who are 55 years and older can switch to every other year or continue with annual mammograms. Skipping just one scheduled mammogram could result in a more advanced breast cancer diagnosis, significantly impacting a patient’s chance of survival.

“The purpose of mammography is to detect breast cancer during the few years it can be seen on a mammogram, but before symptoms are apparent,” said study author Robert A. Smith, Ph.D., senior vice president and director of the American Cancer Society Center for Cancer Screening in Atlanta, Georgia. “If a woman unknowingly has breast cancer and misses or postpones her mammogram during this time when she has no symptoms, but her breast cancer is growing and perhaps spreading, then the window for early detection will be lost.”

Even though regular mammograms are an important factor in early breast cancer detection, there are still many barriers that restrict women from receiving this preventative care, including access and work or family obligations.

“It is challenging to keep track of your schedule, and in

the U.S., many women do not receive reminders. Further, for all of us, the obligations of work and family compete with our scheduled health care,” Dr. Smith said.

Dr. Smith and colleagues sought to identify the exact impact of missing even one mammogram.

The researchers obtained women’s screening history from oncology centers throughout Sweden for a period from 1992 to 2016. A total of 36,079 breast cancer patients were included in the study.

Using data from the Swedish Cause of Death Register, the researchers identified 4,564 breast cancer deaths among the patients included in the study.

The researchers then tracked all of the women’s participation in five or fewer most recent invitations for breast cancer screening prior to cancer diagnosis.

Women who attended all their invited screening mammograms had a survivability rate of over 80%. Women who didn’t participate in any screenings had a survival rate that ranged from 59.1% to 77.6%.

Women who attended all five screening mammograms saw a 72% reduction in the risk of dying from breast cancer compared to women who didn’t participate in any screening mammograms. Even after conservative adjustment for potential self-selection factors, there was a highly significant 66% reduction in the risk of breast cancer death.

“Women who attended all five previous mammography examinations prior to a diagnosis of breast cancer were nearly three times less likely to die from breast cancer

compared with women who had not attended any examinations, and each additional examination attended among the five previous examinations conferred an additive protective effect against dying from breast cancer,” Dr. Smith said.

The researchers stressed that imaging facilities should prioritize getting patients in for screening at the earliest opportunity. This is especially important when women have to cancel their appointments. Facilities should reschedule these screening mammograms for the next earliest available appointment.

“These findings show that as much as possible, adherence to regular mammography screening is the very best insurance a woman has against being diagnosed with an advanced breast cancer that could be life-threatening,” Dr. Smith said.

Co-authors are Stephen W. Duffy, M.Sc., Amy MingFang Yen, Ph.D., László Tabár, M.D., Abbie Ting-Yu, Ph.D., Sam Li-Sheng Chen, Ph.D., Chen-Yant Hsu, M.D., Peter B. Dean, M.D., and Tony Hsiu-His Chen, Ph.D. Note: Copies of RSNA 2023 news releases and electronic images will be available online at RSNA.org/press23.

RSNA is an association of radiologists, radiation oncologists, medical physicists and related scientists promoting excellence in patient care and health care delivery through education, research and technologic innovation.

The Society is based in Oak Brook, Illinois. (RSNA.org) For patient-friendly information on breast cancer screening with mammography, visit RadiologyInfo.org.

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REAL ESTATE AC 12-06--2023 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs. WILLIAM GETTINGS AKA WILLIAM R. GETTINGS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 22 CH 4800 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, January 8, 2024 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 3126-420-006-0000. Commonly known as 337 Winnebago St., Park Forest, IL 60466. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Diaz Anselmo & Associates, P.A., 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563. (630) 453-6925. 6766-184463 ADC INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3233696 _______________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PLAZA HOME MORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v. VICTOR COOKSEY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, BALLANTRAE OF FLOSSMOOR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Defendants 2023 CH 01699 3643 ANTHOLL STREET FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 20, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 5, 2024, 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 3643 ANTHOLL STREET, FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422 Property Index No. 31-11-110-009-0000 The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to

a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-23-01393 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2023 CH 01699 TJSC#: 43-4296 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 # 2023 CH 01699 I3233991 _______________________________________ AC 12-13-2023 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LOANCARE, LLC Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF ELLA WARD, DEBRA WARD MITCHELL, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF ELLA WARD, BAYTHORNE CONDOMINIUM I ASSOCIATION, EL FAMOUS RESTAURANT, INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, NICHOLE BERRY, ROCHELLE WARD, ROBERT WARD, PHILLIP WARD, ADRIAN MORRIS Defendants 22 CH

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05593 1113 PALMER COURT FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 14, 2023, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 18, 2024, 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 1113 PALMER COURT, FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422 Property Index No. 31-12-100-049-1007 The real estate is improved with a townhouse with a two car garage.

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

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

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 3469088. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 2209868IL Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 22 CH 05593 TJSC#: 43-4171 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 22 CH 05593 I3234459 _______________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (''FANNIE MAE''), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.- JOHN J LYDON, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR MELVIN CANNON, CHERYL CANNON, MELVIN CANNON, JR., MARK CANNON, MICHAEL CANNON, REGINA LEVESTON, ANDORA VALENTINE, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MELVIN CANNON A/K/A MELVIN CANNON, SR. A/K/A CANNON MELVIN, IF ANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2016 CH 16710 7 DEBRA COURT SAUK VILLAGE, IL 60411 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 25, 2020, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 18, 2024, 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 7 DEBRA COURT, SAUK VILLAGE, IL 60411 Property Index No. 32-35-102-008-0000 The real estate is improved with a two story single family home with an attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accept-

ELIZABETH “LIZZIE G” ELIE LICENSED REALTOR

773.543.1783 eelie@kalerealty.com elizabethelie.kalerealty.com 2447 N. Ashland Chicago, IL 60614 @SoldbyLizzieG

ed. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1).IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCOR-

DANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-3469088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 20-05321IL_615283 Attorney Code.

61256 Case Number: 2016 CH 16710 TJSC#: 43529 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 # 2016 CH 16710 I3234723 _______________________________________

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