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BOOK DETAILS RESIDENTIAL

CASTE AND WAYS TO ABOLISH IT

Dr. Sheryll Cashin’s book, “White Space, Black Hood: Opportunity Hoarding and Segregation in the Age of Inequality,” explores America’s residential caste system.

Through her career, Cashin wondered why there were communities with great abundance, with the best of everything, and communities of great need, where people seemed trapped and subjugated. The book is the culmination of two decades of grappling with that issue.

Dr. Sheryll Cashin is the author of “White Space, Black Hood: Opportunity Hoarding and Segregation in the Age of Inequality.”

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2 NEWS briefly COLLINS RECOGNIZED FOR YEARS OF WORK IMPROVING URBAN NEIGHBORHOODS Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago has named State Senator Jacqueline Y. Collins (D-Chicago) as its recipient of the 2022 Gale Cincotta Community Visionary Award for her many years of work improving urban neighborhoods.

NHS selected Collins for the award due to her recent success in reining in predatory lenders in lower-income communities, as well as her efforts to combat racial biases in mortgage lending.

“The unfortunate truth is that housing insecurity is most common in lower-income majority Black and Brown neighborhoods that were disadvantaged by decades of disinvestment and racist housing policies,” Collins said. “I’m proud that I’ve been able to help pass laws and put pressure on city and state leaders to turn these neighborhoods back into true communities that people are proud to call home.”

No sitting Illinois legislator has done more than Collins to help keep families in good homes. When the Great Recession threatened thousands of families with foreclosure and eviction, she took action to set in place new programs and protections for homeowners and renters alike.

She passed laws that created counseling programs for families in danger of foreclosure, requiring banks and other financial institutions that offer mortgages to take part in a national licensing system, and allowing not-forprofits to provide assistance to families in need.

NHS established the Gale Cincotta Community Visionary Award to recognize outstanding leadership in the effort to rebuild urban neighborhoods. Gale Cincotta was a prominent community activist who fought for neighborhoods and community groups and worked to eliminate “redlining” and discriminatory practices against low-income and minority communities.

Avelo Airlines Announces New Nonstop ServiceFrom Chicago Midway to Southern Connecticut Avelo Airlines today announced it will begin serving the Windy City with nonstop service to Southern Connecticut from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). The flight offers Chicago a more convenient and affordable gateway to the New England and New York regions. With the addition of MDW, Chicago becomes Avelo’s first Midwestern U.S. destination. Introductory one-way fares between MDW and Connecticut’s most convenient airport — Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN) — starting at $69* are available at AveloAir.com.

HARPER PASSES LEGISLATION TO BACK MINORITY FARMERS SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – To further support minority farmers, state Rep. Sonya Harper, D-Chicago, passed legislation that would create a group to propose solutions to the adversities faced by minority farmers.

“The inequities faced by minority farmers affect the food systems, health and economy of vulnerable communities,” said Harper. “This bill will help address adversities faced by farmers from minority communities, and therefore address the negative outcomes these adversities create.”

House Bill 5201 will establish the Agriculture Equity Commission to increase outreach to socially disadvantaged farmers, study the industry and provide recommendations concerning equity for farmers from minority communities. The commission will include academics, policy experts and legislators and will reflect the representation of socially disadvantaged communities.

“Farming has always played an integral role in Illinois’ economy and culture. The Agriculture Equity Commission is an important first step in ensuring this industry is open for everyone to partake and succeed in,” said Harper. “I thank my colleagues on both sides of the aisle for supporting this bill and for supporting minority farmers across the state.”

House Bill 5201 passed the House with bipartisan support, and now heads to the Senate for consideration.

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Book details residential caste and ways to abolish it Continued from page 1

designed only for people who can afford a single-family detached house, and in affluent spaces, a very large single-family home. That is how people are kept Cashin has been a law professor for 25 years and out. Cashin said exclusionary zoning is animated by most of her academic career has been focused on resianti-Blackness. She also brought up redlining, the disdential segregation and the consequences of it. Cashin criminatory practice of denying loans to Black people also worked in the Clinton White House Administration based on the racial makeup of their neighborhoods, and and delved into policies designed to help distressed restrictive covenants. Redlining also kept Black people urban and rural communities. out of federally subsidized mortgages and contributed Cashin believes that you cannot understand perto a major wealth gap between Black people and white sistent racial inequality and economic inequality people. without understanding the role of geography. WithCashin said looking at where out understanding the role of interstate highways are laid, they geography, racial and economic tend to be located where Black inequality cannot be dismantled neighborhoods once were. It or ended. resulted in trauma of displace“I wanted to write a book ment for Black people. This led that educated leaders about to historically disinvested Black the neutrality of geography. neighborhoods.

Until we understand it, and There are three current anthen dismantle it, we’re going ti-Black processes that mainto be having more of the same tain residential caste: Boundary problems over and over again,” maintenance, opportunity hoardshe said. ing and surveillance of Black Cashin used the example bodies. Cashin contends it is not of the Isabel Wilkerson book just police killing unarmed Black “Caste,” which discusses caste people, it is also non-Black people systems to explain there also appointing themselves to police is a caste system that is at the Black bodies. intersection of where a person “The way forward is clear, lives, their race, and their socioyou just need to reverse or abolish economic status. those practices. Inclusionary zonCashin defines a residening instead of exclusionary zoning, tial caste system as one where zoning for all kinds of different government overinvests and exhousing, where every communicludes in affluent White space ty has its fair share of affordable and disinvests and contains housing,” she said. and preys upon people in high Cashin said racial equity in poverty Black space. Cashin spending, rather than opportunity – “White Space, Black Hood: Opportunity Hoarding believes neighborhoods have hoarding.

She uses the examples and Segregation in the Age of Inequality,” was writbecome more segregated in the ten by Dr. Sheryll Cashin, who worked in the Clinton of Baltimore, the Twin Cities and last 20 years than before.

White House, as well as clerked for Chief Justice Seattle as cities that have adopted “If you win the neighThurgood Marshall. formal policies of racial equity in borhood lottery and can buy budgeting. These cities pay attenyour way into affluent White tion to the numbers and make sure historically defundspace, you rise easily. It’s like riding the up escalator. ed neighborhoods are getting their fair share.

You rise easily on the benefits of golden schools and Cashin added the first step to abolishing the resiinfrastructure, networks that naturally lead to jobs and dential caste system is changing the nature of the relaopportunities, very little pollution, you can breathe tionship between the state and Black neighborhoods, free … Affordable produce in the grocery store,” she from punitive to caring, changing the lens from presaid. “At the other extreme, if you’re in the hood, it’s sumed thug to presumed citizen. It means seeing those like riding the down escalator, there’s almost no social people, especially in high poverty neighborhoods, as mobility. In fact, it’s designed to contain you and keep potential assets, as citizens, who have things to conyou there. It’s the exact opposite. It’s hard to get to tribute to society if given the chance. work, no public transportation, you’re in a police state, “Once you change that lens it frees you up to focus where you’re heavily policed. It’s a food desert, very on evidence-based strategies that have been shown to few jobs, separate and unequal schools. It’s very little work to make things better and actually can cost less social mobility for poor children in those neighborthan mass incarceration and excessive policing. That’s hoods.” the one area where we overspend, in mass incarceraCashin said that zoning is one of the main laws that tion and excessive policing, and it’s not making things contribute to the residential caste system in America. better, it’s making things worse,” she said.

Specifically, exclusionary zoning, which in many cities Cashin hopes people read the book and understand in the country, it is illegal to build anything other than the processes of residential caste system and a way a detached single-family home on as much as 75% of forward that is possible. the land. This residential order that has been created is To purchase the book, visit tinyurl.com/8pebzz82.

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DONNA MILLER ANNOUNCES 2022 UNSUNG HEROINES AWARD WINNER Award recipient Lamekia Davis has dedicated her life to supporting young people in the community

On Thursday, March 10, Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller (D-Dist. 6) announced Lamekia Davis as the recipient of the 2022 Unsung Heroines Award for the 6th District. The Peggy A. Montes Unsung Heroines Award is an annual award given out during Women’s History Month to one woman from each of the seventeen County districts and one woman countywide whose contributions are vital to the community, but often overlooked.

Commissioner Miller received many qualified nominations from across the 6th District and selected Lamekia for her dedication to supporting our young people.

“Lamekia Davis is a true beacon of light for youth and young adults in the 6th District,” said Commissioner Donna Miller. “Whether it’s providing free mentoring to young people or using money from her own pocket to buy Christmas presents for those in need, Lamekia has devoted her life to giving back to others. I’m so proud to give this year’s Unsung Heroine Award to Lamekia and spotlight the work she is doing. I know Lamekia does not give to others for recognition, but everyone should know what a special woman she is.”

Lamekia Davis is a certified mentor with Lincoln’s Challenge, where she serves as a role model, advisor, and positive example to a cadet going through the Academy program. She was appointed

as a Park Forest Youth Commissioner, where she co-chairs the youth commission and assists with activities and scholarships for young people in the community. Lamekia also hosts free mentoring classes for young people and operates a 24 hour telephone line for youth who need resources or just someone to talk to. For the last three years, Lamekia has volunteered with Be The Match, a national registry for stem cell donors, where she supports young cancer patients searching for matching donors in Chicago.

“I’m honored to receive the Unsung Heroine Award for the 6th District and be recognized alongside such an amazing and inspiring group of women,” said Lamekia Davis. “Nothing is more important to me than supporting young people in our community, and I hope this recognition can help show some of the many ways we can provide mentorship and assistance to those in need. I’m grateful to Commissioner Miller for this recognition and her leadership in the 6th District.”

The Peggy A. Montes Unsung Heroines Award is named after Peggy A. Montes, who served as the Chairperson of the Cook County Commission on Women’s Issues. She created the Unsung Heroines Award, which was then renamed in her honor in 2010.

MATTRESS FIRM AND SLEEP.COM RELEASE FIRST ANNUAL JOINT “SLEEP UNCOVERED” REPORT HOUSTON PRNewswire -- Mattress Firm, the nation’s largest mattress specialty retailer, and Sleep.com, the go-to wellness resource from the Sleep Experts® at Mattress Firm, today announced findings from their first annual sleep study, titled Sleep Uncovered.The study, created in partnership with SleepScore Labs™, utilizes proprietary data from over 3.5 million nights of sleep, survey insights and primary research. The report also includes future forecasts from Institute for the Future (IFTF), to reveal deeper insights on the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on America’s sleep quality.

SleepScore Labs analyzed objective and self-reported sleep data from 134,885 U.S. adults before and during the COVID-19 pandemic and found that on average, Americans reported a noticeable change in sleep quality rather than duration. Additionally, SleepScore Labs surveyed more than 2,700 U.S. adults asking questions about pre- and post-pandemic lifestyle and sleep habits. Eighty-six percent said their sleep quality decreased during the pandemic, and only 14 percent rated their sleep quality as satisfactory. Furthermore, U.S. adults reported experiencing more difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep, and felt less likely to feel rested in 2022 compared to 2020; though these changes were not evenly distributed. The report details sleep duration and quality was impacted by several factors including race, parenting status, socioeconomic factors, occupation and more. The good news is there is strong interest in implementing tools and strategies to address these challenges.

“We are determined to help people get the quality rest they deserve, and remain convinced that science, technology and credible health advice have the power to do just that,” said John Eck, President and CEO, Mattress Firm. “In the Sleep.com Sleep Uncovered 2022 report, we’re offering a forecast, grounded in millions of hours of objective sleep data, to help people understand their pandemic-era sleep and how they can shape a more restful future.”

As remote work and learning became the new normal, more

consistent sleep schedules were established from spending more time at home. Additionally, the Sleep Uncovered study reveals that while technology can be one of the biggest disruptions of sleep, it may also present opportunities for sleep betterment. With more time spent at home, many Americans also saw the negative side of increased technology use.

Seventy-four percent of U.S. adults reported using technology devices in bed “most days” or “every day” during the pandemic. Binging on entertainment and “doomscrolling” became cultural norms, and nearly 1 in 3 respondents admitted that using technology before bed contributed to their poor rest “often” or “always” during the pandemic.

“In this first annual Sleep Uncovered report, we assess how COVID-19 has impacted America’s relationship with sleep and what that means for the future,” said Colin Lawlor, CEO, SleepScore Labs. “These pages do not merely report on two years of rough sleep in America. They reveal an in-depth view into the pandemic’s physical, mental, and emotional stressors, and that progress was made in building healthier sleep habits for some, but not all.”

According to the survey, 50 percent of Americans said they used mindfulness and/or stress-relief strategies at least some of the time, a 12 percent increase from before the pandemic; and SleepScore app users logged an average of 11 additional minutes per night of sleep during the pandemic.

Sleep.com recently launched a new online tool, an interactive quiz called “What’s Your Sleep Future” which aims to identify future sleep scenarios and help users make everyday sleep health a priority.

The full report is available for free download on Sleep. com. To learn more about Mattress Firm and Sleep.com’s commitment to improving lives through better sleep, visit MattressFirm.com or Sleep.com. To download the free Sleep.com Sleep Cycle Tracker app, visit the App Store on iOS devices and Google Play Store on Android devices.

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FOSTER INTRODUCES DASHBOARD ACT

Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) introduced the Designing Accounting Safeguards to Help Broaden Oversight And Regulations on Data (DASHBOARD) Act, legislation that would require data harvesting companies such as social media platforms to tell consumers and financial regulators exactly what data they are collecting from customers and how it is being leveraged by the platform for profit.

The DASHBOARD Act will: Require commercial data operators (defined as services with over 100 million monthly active users) to disclose types of data collected as well as regularly provide their users with an assessment of the value of that data.

Require commercial data operators to file an annual report on the aggregate value of user data they’ve collected, as well as contracts with third parties involving data collection.

Require commercial data operators to allow users to delete all, or individual fields, of data collected – and disclose to users all the ways in which their data is being used, including any uses not directly related to the online service for which the data was originally collected.

Empower the SEC to develop methodologies for calculating data value, while encouraging the agency to facilitate flexibility to enable businesses to adopt methodologies that reflect the different uses, sectors, and business models.

“For far too long, social media companies have been telling consumers that their platforms are ‘free’ to use, when that’s not the full story,” Foster said. “Consumers – often unknowingly – pay with their unique data, which the companies collect and sell to third parties for things like targeted ads. I’m proud to introduce this legislation to increase the transparency of the data collected by these platforms, which would require these companies to tell consumers how much their data is worth and who it’s being shared with.”

COLLINS RESPONDS TO FORMER COOK COUNTY JUDGE ARREST FOR HUMAN TRAFFICKING Illinois State Senator Jacqueline Collins (D-Chicago) responds to the Florida arrest of former Cook County Judge Daniel Peters, the subject of a large human trafficking investigation.

His arrest Friday was one of over 100 during a six-day undercover operation focused on trafficking, prostitution and child predators.

“As this arrest proves, human trafficking is a crime against humanity hiding in plain sight,” Collins said. “Being a woman should not subject any individual to the risk of exploitation, harm or injury.”

Senator Collins sponsored legislation creating the Illinois Human Trafficking Task Force because human trafficking is a problem that affects residents across not only Illinois but all of the United States.

“We must continue to protect and support our vulnerable populations through proper training, evaluation and counseling,” Collins said. “The state and our law enforcement should provide a safe and encouraging environment for women and girls everywhere.“ The growing number of missing women and girls, especially Black women and girls such as Elise Malary, an Evanston resident missing for more than two days, presents a serious problem in the state.

SIMMONS TOURS BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS WITH GOVERNOR PRITZKER State Senator Mike Simmons (D-Chicago) welcomed Governor JB Pritzker to the 7th district last week where they toured Good to Go, a restaurant in Evanston specializing in Jamaican cuisine.

“It was an honor showing Governor Pritzker one of the best restaurants in my community,” Simmons said. “We are proud to have one of the most diverse communities in Illinois and in the nation, where people from all around the world can prosper and share their rich culture through food and conversation. I am especially proud and appreciative that Governor Pritzker takes the time to visit and show genuine appreciation for all that these small businesses add to our community.”

Good to Go is owned by Tony and Lenice Levy. Lenice Levy recently received the businessperson of the year award from the Evanston Chamber of Commerce in February.

“As the first Black senator for the 7th District, I am especially proud of how many Black-owned small businesses we have across the district, and am especially proud that many are owned by Black women. I will continue to use my platform to lift

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Scams Can Happen to Anyone. Here Are the Most Common Ones and How to Protect Yourself Chances are you know someone who has been a victim of fraud or scam. As a result of the pandemic, fraudsters are finding new ways to find victims. The good news is that there are simple ways for consumers to stay safe and fight back.

In a recent Chase survey of 2,000 consumers, 84% of survey respondents agreed that scams and scammers have become more sophisticated in recent years.

To spot fraud, it’s important to learn more about the most widespread scams, how to prevent them and what to do if you think you may be a victim.

How common are fraud and scams?

Fraud cases are unfortunately becoming more prevalent, and more sophisticated. In fact, the FTC revealed that 3.5 million people reported being a victim of fraud or identity theft in 2020, an increase of more than 1.5 million from the previous year. For Black communities, the problem is even worse with nearly half (40%) of Black adults being targeted by of online scams and fraud, according to AARP. What kind of scams exist that we should be aware of and know how to stop them?

While new scams are always popping up, there are several common approaches that keep resurfacing.

Some of the more common scams we’ve helped our customers fight against may not always seem so obvious.

What shocks many of our customers is how scam artists are willing to impersonate familiar faces, whether that be close relatives or community officials, and also trick you by using your own smart phone against you. So next time you receive a text message or email on your phone, think twice before you engage.

For example: Fake bank fraud specialist What they look like: Consumers receive a fraud alert via text message that appears to come from their bank. The message asks them to validate whether they made a certain purchase or sent a certain amount of money. After saying “no,” the recipient gets a call from someone claiming to be from their bank’s fraud team. The phone number may even appear to be a real phone number from your bank.

They’ll ask for the customer’s banking username, password or a one-time passcode. Alternatively, they’ll sometimes ask the customer to send money to themselves or a third party to “stop” the fraud or to get their money back. Once the scammer has gained access to a person’s account or convinced them to send money, they usually stop contact and the victim’s money is gone.

How to stop them: Unfortunately, scammers target consumers from many banks and they are very good at disguising themselves by “spoofing” or making their phone number appear legitimate. Consumers should never share their banking

password, one-time passcode, ATM pin or send money to someone who says that doing so will prevent fraud on their account. Bank employees won’t call, text or email consumers asking for this information, but crooks will. If you receive a call like this, hang up and call the phone number on your account statement, the back of your credit or debit card or bank website to verify the authenticity of the request.

Imposter scams What they look like: Someone will call or email you claiming to be from an organization you trust, like the Internal Revenue Service. They may threaten you by saying that if you don’t pay taxes or fees owed, they’ll bring a lawsuit against you.

How to stop them: If you think there’s truly a possibility that you owe money, don’t pay it to someone who initiates a call or email to you. Instead, hang up and call the organization in question directly.

Grandparent scams What they look like: You’ll get an email from a grandchild (or other relative) saying that they’re in trouble and need money fast.

How to stop them: Call your relative directly. If you can’t reach them, contact another relative who knows them and may know their whereabouts and circumstances. Whatever you do, don’t send money, purchase gift cards, or share any of your personal information, including your banking username and password. Scammers use threats and try to create a sense of urgency to trick you. Always trust your gut and end communication when something seems off.

What should you do to stop scam artists?

There are steps you can take to protect yourself.

DO: • Educate yourself on the most common scams. Fraud-

sters will use anything to their advantage — claiming to be from the IRS, pretending to offer tech support, baiting you with prizes or cash winnings — the sky’s the limit!

• Monitor credit score for free with Chase Credit Journey — you don’t even need to be a Chase customer to sign up! It will notify you if your data is compromised.

Plus, you’ll receive critical alerts that help protect your credit and identity.

• Review your accounts closely if you believe you may have fallen for a scam. With Chase, you can also set up account alerts so you can be notified of transactions on your account.

DON’T: • Click on suspicious links on emails or texts unless you’re sure it’s from a credible source. Only access your accounts through the bank’s mobile app or their website.

• Share personal information. Neither Chase nor any other bank will ever ask for your username, password, ATM pin, etc. when reaching out to you. Banks may ask for this information only when you call to discuss your account.

• Transfer money to someone claiming to be from your bank. Banks will never ask to send money via wire, check or other method to “stop or prevent fraud.”

• Pay someone using gift cards, especially when they claim to need them to remove a virus from your computer, stop fraud on your account or to buy plane tickets to come visit you.

What more can you do to protect yourself from fraud and scams?

One of the most effective things you can do to prevent fraud is to regularly monitor your bank and credit card accounts so that you can be on the lookout for signs of unusual activity.

Your bank’s mobile app can give you easy access to self-service tools that let you track your finances 24/7. If you spot something suspicious, immediately report any concerning activity to your bank.

Many banks, including Chase, also let you set up account alerts to help you detect unusual transactions to your bank or credit card by sending automatic notifications.

If you’re not sure if your bank or financial institution already offers these tools or services, be sure to ask.

If you believe that you may have been a victim of fraud or scams, there’s no need to feel embarrassed or ashamed. It can happen to anyone. What’s most important is to take immediate action.

To learn more about common scams and how to stop scammers in their tracks visit: www.chase.com/security-tips. You can also learn tips to identify and avoid financial abuse by visiting: www.chase.com/financialabuse.

ALLEN MEDIA GROUP PROMOTES DARREN GALATT TO CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER LOS ANGELES PRNewswire -- Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group (AMG) proudly announces the promotion of Darren Galatt to Chief Revenue Officer, effective immediately. Galatt’s previous title was President of Advertising Sales for Global Syndication, a position he held since 2016, where he oversaw advertising, sponsorships, and new business development across the full portfolio of AMG broadcast syndication and digital platforms.

Galatt has been an AMG employee since 2003, first as Vice President of Advertising Sales, and then promoted to President of Advertising Sales for the AMG Global Syndication division. In his newly-elevated position, Galatt will continue to be responsible for advertising, sponsorships, and new business development across the full

portfolio of the AMG broadcast syndication, television networks, and digital platforms. As Chief Revenue Officer, Galatt will now be responsible for the coordination and expansion of revenue and new business development across the Allen Media Group portfolio of media assets.

Prior to Galatt’s 19 years with AMG, he spent over a decade in national broadcast buying, where he held positions at various advertising agencies including J. Walter Thompson, McCann Erickson, and Carat. His major accounts included Sprint, Coca-Cola, and Pfizer.

“It is both an honor and a blessing to continue working alongside Byron Allen after 19 years. It has been exciting to watch Allen Media Group go from 2 employees to over

2,000 employees, by starting with only one weekly syndicated television show and growing into a multi-platform media conglomerate,” said Darren Galatt, Chief Revenue Officer of Allen Media Group.

In 2016, Allen Media Group purchased The Grio, a highly-rated digital video-centric news community platform devoted to providing African-Americans with compelling stories and perspectives currently underrepresented in existing national news outlets. The Grio features aggregated and original video packages, news articles and opinion pieces on topics that include breaking news, politics, health, business and entertainment. Originally launched in 2009, the platform was then purchased by NBC News in 2010. The digital platform remains focused on curating exciting digital content and currently has more than 100 million annual visitors.

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Black Fashion Designers Create The Perfect Spring Looks The Black Fashion Week| USA runway event returned for its 7th annual fashion week over the weekend ending Black History Month and Celebrating Women’s History Month in Chicago, IL. The event took place in Chicago, IL where it all began 7 years ago with a vision to highlight designers of color, promoting and exposing their brand aesthetics to the general public nationwide in key metropolitan cities.

The runway show featured six designers Dream Designs, Amara Blak, Bel Blak Couture, Thom Kat Fashion & Art Boutique, Stephane St. Jaymes and emerging designer Jonathan Thedford who all showcased their new & exciting spring 2022 collections.

The Designers who showcased with Black Fashion Week 2022 included four talented black women designers whose collections were full of vibrant, playful patterns, colors, dual textures in some of the most fascination silhouettes just perfect for the upcoming 2020 spring season proms, weddings and festive occasions. Emerging designer Jonathan Thedford debuted his first ever fashion week collection which included beautiful two-piece evening ensembles with a focus on asymmetrical high/low skirts. The final designer of the runway included international Designer Stephane St. Jayme’s born in London, but now residing in Chicago IL. His head turning collection featured a combination of classic black, and nude hues in eye catching nontraditional, yet futuristic silhouettes with dashes of ostrich embellishments adorning his garments. Beauty services were provided by Chicago’s very one

by Makeup First makeup artistry school along THE BLACK FASHION WEEK with Delali Robinson Cosmetics, 360 Blowout bar, Carla NaTasha & Studio 83.

The event took place live at the Royal Garden Banquet Halls located 2515 N. Harlem, Ave. and was hosted by Dr. Nakita Nicci “The Media Doctor” as seen on the hit Bravo’s hit TV show “To Rome for Love.”

Guest enjoyed music by DJ sensation DJ Bsyde, delicious bites & treats from our featured chef, The Purple Ribbon Chef” drinks from Barefoot Wine and fabulous swag bags courtesy of Curls.Biz featuring a host of products from sponsors such as Minovet, B Fragranced and Delali Cosmetics and Luster Haircare. Visit www.blackfashionweekusa.com to read more about each designer.

J. Dow Fitness Launches Spring Collection 2022 ATLANTA PRNewswire -- Blazing on the heels of the amazing nationwide feature at Target in February, J. Dow Fitness announces its 2022 Spring Collection, The collection featuring a combination of activewear, athleisure apparel and a new fitness accessory, It is available exclusively on the J. Dow Fitness website.

Customers will love the special features which include a supportive sports bra, full length top, high-waist legging, popular bodysuit and bottoms with pockets.

“The Spring Collection was designed to help women look cute, feel comfortable and release self-confidence as they prioritize their health and commit to their fitness and nutrition goals,” said J. Dow Fitness Founder, Dr. Jacqueline Dow. Starting J. Dow Fitness has provided Dr. Dow the opportunity to merge her background PRNewsFoto as a public health research scientist with practical approaches that empower women to live their healthiest and best lives. J. Dow Fitness caters to the body type of every woman by carrying inclusive sizes that range from small to 3XL. Our brand provides a combination of activewear, athleisure apparel and fitness accessories. Over the years, J. Dow Fitness has partnered with Target Corporation and featured in Ebony, Huff Post, Who What Wear and The Grio.

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UChicago launches scholarships and comprehensive support for students and scholars impacted by war in Ukraine Initiative to include mentoring, streamlined application process and Center in Paris programming to help students pursue higher education As part of a comprehensive effort to supstudies in Ukraine port students and scholars impacted by the war in “The invasion of Ukraine and the devastatUkraine, the University of Chicago announced today ing humanitarian crisis that is unfolding has many that it will provide full-tuition scholarships for undimensions, including the disruption of the lives dergraduate students affected by the invasion. and careers of scholars and students who have the The new initiative is potential to contribute to new inspired by the impact that that will benefit “By providing these resources knowledge the University has seen after humanity,” said UChicago supporting other students and President Paul Alivisatos. and expanding the support scholars affected by globis ready to expand available through our Center in “UChicago al wars and crises in recent admission efforts and support decades. UChicago is comParis, we hope to support the for displaced students and mitted to bringing together scholars who are impacted by potential of the young people the war in Ukraine and events students and scholars of all backgrounds from around impacted by the war in Ukraine across the region.” the world in a setting of free UChicago’s Center in and ensure their futures expression. In addition to Paris—which serves as the full-tuition scholarships, the University’s regional hub are not derailed by political plan includes: for education, research and conflict and violence.”

• Expanded programcollaboration across Europe, ming in college readiness and the Middle East and Africa— preparation for college appliin June will begin offering cations for students from Ukraine; such remote and in-person and online admission and college-readiin-person programming will be based at UChicago’s ness support. The support will include a streamlined Center in Paris UChicago application process for students from • Increased financial support and other services Ukraine who are unable to complete their final for current UChicago students and scholars affected semesters, and a connection to help them apply to by the war in Ukraine who have financial hardship more than 150 other institutions of higher education • Expanded fellowship programs for current through the Coalition for College app. For more college students who are unable to continue their T:6" information on the College initiative, please visit

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Gary Native Returns to Region to Promote Celebrity Comedy Shows in Chicago Despite his decades long career as a Hollywood comedian and actor, Buddy Lewis has not forgotten his Gary, IN roots. His most recent project is in Chicago, and he is inviting all of Gary, Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland to join in the fun. The first Saturday of each month, Lewis is hosting comedy shows at the ETA Theater, 7558 S. South Chicago Ave. featuring Chicago-born comics.

“The pandemic dealt some hard blows to the theater industry,” said the West Side High School and Howard University grad. “ The ETA theater is a widely-known venue that has been featuring Black talent for more than 50 years, giving artists like me a platform to showcase our talents. I am doing my part to ensure this continues.”

Lewis says the monthly shows will continue through the end of summer followed by a brief hiatus for renovations to the theater. The April 2nd shows, which take place at 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m., feature Chicago favorites Kenny Howell, George Willborn and Lewis as host.

Lewis is also working with the production team on the return of the hit series “The Real House Husbands of Hollywood” and is set to appear in several films later this year.

“I have been afforded many opportunities and blessed to travel to many places, but there’s no place like home,” said Lewis. “It would make me so proud not only to fill every seat in support of the ETA theater, but to see my Gary people in the house. I promise it will be a fun outing that you can plan to attend every month through August.”

General admission is $25, and VIP packages are also available. Parking is free.

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“UChicago was founded as a beacon of academic excellence, and that includes supporting the global academic community in times of great need,” said John W. Boyer, dean of the College and the Martin A. Ryerson Distinguished Service Professor of History and the College. “By providing these resources and expanding the support available through our Center in Paris, we hope to support the potential of the young people impacted by the war in Ukraine and ensure their futures are not derailed by political conflict and violence.”

UChicago is also working with individual scholars and scientists in Ukraine and with the national Scholars At Risk organization, to place them in departments and laboratories at the University. Scholars at Risk was founded at UChicago in 1999 to offer safe harbor and academic freedom for scholars facing danger in their home countries.

UChicago has a long history of welcoming students and scholars from around the world to advance the exchange of ideas, including during times of conflict and crisis. Refugees from Europe in the 1930s and 1940s made historic contributions at UChicago in the sciences and other academic fields, including Nobel laureate Enrico Fermi. In recent years, UChicago has helped students and scholars from Afghanistan and Iraq, and extended support to students from Puerto Rico who were impacted by the 2017 hurricanes.

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CTA Hosts Meeting Regarding Future Contracted Work as Part of the Proposed Red Line Extension Project Agency brings together local vendors and suppliers to discuss business opportunities with a special emphasis on Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation As part of its commitment to extend contracting opportunities to the communities it serves, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), hosted a virtual meeting for local small businesses and disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs) to learn more about upcoming contracting opportunities as part of the proposed Red Line Extension (RLE) project.

“The Red Line Extension is a critical project for mobility and growth in Chicago,” said CTA President Dorval R. Carter, Jr. “For those minority- or women-owned businesses interested in working on the project, this is your opportunity to learn more about this major public works effort and what is required to get involved.”

As part of this initial meeting, “Route to Procurement”, interested vendors were provided an update on the overall RLE project, benefits for small business participation in future contracting opportunities, as well as steps on how to become certified to do business with the CTA. Although the proposed RLE project is still in development, there are plenty of prospects for robust DBE participation in the next steps of the project.

More than 300 businesses owners registered for today’s virtual event. Owners of

minority- and women-owned businesses who were unable to attend today’s meeting, but are still interested in becoming vendors and suppliers, are strongly encouraged to view the webinar, which is posted on the RLE project website at transitchicago.com/RLE. In the coming weeks and through the remainder of the year, CTA will be hosting several pre-bid meetings regarding future contracting opportunities for the RLE project. Dates and additional details of these meetings will be announced later.

The proposed extension of the Red Line is the most transformational project in CTA history. As part of this project, the Red Line would be extended from the existing terminal at 95th/Dan Ryan to 130th Street, subject to the availability of funding. This 5.6-mile extension would include four new, fully accessible rail stations near 103rd Street, 111th Street, Michigan Avenue, and 130th Street. Each new station would include multimodal connections including bus, bike, pedestrian, and park & ride facilities. More than just transit, this project is intended to bring equity, access, and economic opportunity to the Far South Side of Chicago by connecting people to direct and sustainable rail transit.

Camille Weatherspoon Awarded the South Suburban Small Business Association Award The South Suburban Small Business Association (SSSBA) recognizes annually a student who has started a business that benefits the community. Rich Township High School District 227 Sophomore Camille Weatherspoon was nominated and interviewed by the head of the Summit Awards committee, Don Grimwood, and proceeded to the next round. All the applicants were voted on by the executive board and Camille was chosen, even though she was a Sophomore. Recipients have previously been juniors or seniors. Camille was recognized at SSSBA’s annual banquet. Since the ceremony was virtual this year, the head of the committee wanted to present the award personally to Camille. The award was presented by Don Grimwood and Joyce L. Kelley who are members of the SSSBA board.

Camille Weatherspoon is a part of National Honor Society, Volleyball and the Illinois Math and Science Academy. Her business, Exclusive Radiance, sells beauty products and handmade self-care products. Her business was birthed during the pandemic. She was inspired by her aunt and her father’s business ventures.

Upon graduation, Camille would like to go to a 4-year university and major in psychology. Her ultimate goal is to obtain a Ph.D. in psychology. She is passionate about helping others and providing mental health support for her community.

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NEW SYNERGY FOR BLACK WORLD PROGRESS Black Americans urged to join African-Caribbean initiative was held in Cape Coast, where the former slave soluble.” He hoped increased trade and cultural castle with the “Door of No Return” is located. The cooperation would lead to greater cooperation with Barbados leader indicated that her presence in the Caribbean countries.

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REAL ESTATE AC3-9-2022 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NEXBANK Plaintiff, -v.- ALONZO J. BROWN, CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2021 CH 00838 7935 S. JEFFERY BOULEVARD CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 13, 2021, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 18, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 030R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7935 S. JEFFERY BOULEVARD , CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 20-36-200-050-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $92,177.07. 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 subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, Alexander Potestivo, POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff's Attorneys, 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL, 60606 (312) 263-0003. Please refer to file number 313877. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago IL, 60606 312-263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. 313877 Attorney Code.

43932 Case Number: 2021 CH 00838 TJSC#: 41-1931 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 2021 CH 00838 I3186869 __________________________________ AC3-16-2022 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION UMB BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INVIDIVUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS LEGAL TITLE TRUSTEE FOR LVS TITLE TRUST XIII Plaintiff,-v.- UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR LEGATEES OF LEE ESTER MULLINS A/K/A LEE E. MULLINS A/K/A LEE JONES, DECEASED, JOHNNY L. MULLINS, JR., GERALD NORDGREN, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR LEE ESTER MULLINS A/K/A LEE E. MULLINS A/K/A LEE JONES, DECEASED, BCL-HOME LENDING LLC, CITY OF CHICAGO, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS Defendants 18 CH 14841 8847 SOUTH PRAIRIE AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 11, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 13, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8847 SOUTH PRAIRIE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 2503-112-043-0000 The real estate is

improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $147,443.79.

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 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 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 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, LOGS Legal Group LLP Plaintiff's Attorneys, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL, 60015 (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm.. Please refer to file number 18-088131. 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. LOGS Legal Group LLP 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn IL, 60015 847291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 18-088131 Attorney Code.

42168 Case Number: 18 CH 14841 TJSC#: 42-367 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 # 18 CH 14841 I3189296 __________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC. Plaintiff, -v.- ADIA N NABA F/K/A TIFFANY D ARTISON, DAJANA D NABA A/K/A DAJANA DYLYNN NABA, F/K/A MARIO D BLALARK, ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, STATE OF ILLINOIS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF PHYLLIS MYRTLE WICKS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 20 CH 02500 7634 SOUTH INDIANA AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 15, 2021, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 18, 2022, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7634 SOUTH INDIANA AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-27-308-034-0000 The real estate is improved with a red brick, two story single family home, no garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation.

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial Sale fee for the Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within 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 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 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: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 2005695IL_616051 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 20 CH 02500 TJSC#: 42-839 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 # 20 CH 02500 I3189499 __________________________________ AC3-23-2022 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK

COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION; Plaintiff, vs.

SASHEEN PIERRE-LOUIS AKA SASHEEN SMITH; ERIC PIERRE-LOUIS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 17 CH 6765 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 Tuesday, April 26, 2022 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. 20-25-135-008-0000.

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