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Citizen Week of Aug. 4, 2021

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Malcolm Fox speaks to the Cubs Scholars Graduates during the commencement at Wrigley Field. Fox was a Class of 2016 Cubs Scholar. Photo provided by Cubs Charities

CUBS SCHOLARS GRADUATES ARE CELEBRATED AT WRIGLEY FIELD Last year, Malcolm Fox set a 10-year goal for himself that one day he would speak at Wrigley Field. That day came this summer when Fox gave the commencement speech to the Cubs Scholars Graduates. PAGE 2

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NEWS briefly PEPSICO OFFERS BRONZEVILLE COMMUNITY A DAY OF FREE FRIED SHRIMP WITH TWO FISH CRAB SHACK AND DONATES $15,000 TO CHICAGO NONPROFIT POLISHED PEBBLES Continuing the recognition and celebration of the diverse range of delicious food, rich history and culture that Black-owned restaurants contribute to the American experience beyond Black Restaurant Week, PepsiCo is partnering with Bronzeville restaurant Two Fish Crab Shack to offer a one-day “Free Fried Shrimp Friday” for the local community. With support from PepsiCo, Two Fish Crab Shack will serve customers free fried shrimp (until supplies last) on Friday, Aug. 13.

A customer of PepsiCo since 2019, Two Fish Crab Shack’s owner Yasmin Curtis is a native of Bronzeville and chose the location with the intention of serving the community and neighborhood she calls home, where there has recently been more support for Black womenowned businesses. PepsiCo will present a donation of $15,000 to Chicago nonprofit organization Polished Pebbles, whose mission is closely aligned with Curtis’s passion for economic development, mentorship and philanthropy. Polished Pebbles seeks to eliminate the “hope gap” experienced by the many girls of color in Chicago who are navigating structural barriers and community violence through supportive services, education and employment opportunities.

The initiative is as part of PepsiCo’s Racial Equality Journey, a more than $570 million set of initiatives focused on increasing representation, and uplifting Black and Hispanic businesses and communities in the U.S.— including through Pepsi’s Dig In, a platform to discover and celebrate Black-owned restaurants.

MAYOR LIGHTFOOT ANNOUNCES SHOWTIME® IS DONATING $500,000 FOR SOUTH AND WEST SIDE NEIGHBORHOOD BEAUTIFICATION AND ARTS PROJECTS Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot joined Puja Vohra, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Strategy for SHOWTIME, and cast members from its Chicago-based hit show “The Chi,” along with community leaders, to announce a $500,000 donation from the network to the City’s Greencorps Chicago green job training program and the Chicago Public Art Group. The funding will support and invest in the City’s South and West sides, which have served as key locations for the SHOWTIME drama series “The Chi,” created by Lena Waithe, for four seasons. The grant will pay for the clean-up and beautification of 32 empty lots and six accompanying art installations in Bronzeville and North Lawndale, areas that are part of Mayor Lightfoot’s INVEST South/West initiative that is designed to revitalize community areas in Chicago that have suffered from a legacy of under-investment.

“From vibrantly depicting our city’s neighborhoods on ‘The Chi’ to now investing in our city’s sustainability, employment and art initiatives, SHOWTIME has demonstrated its commitment to supporting and uplifting our residents,” said Mayor Lightfoot. “This donation will make a real difference in our communities and strengthen two of our greatest community-based programs, which are doing incredible work to improve Chicago. I want to thank SHOWTIME for their investment and for continuing to play an important role in the resurgence of our city’s TV and film industry, which remains one of the largest and most diverse in the country.”

Mayor Lightfoot made the announcement at a lot that is being cleaned and greened on Ogden Avenue in North Lawndale. One of the six new art installations, created by artists Damon Lamar Reed, Dorian Sylvain, and Delilah Salgado, was unveiled during the event. The city-owned lots being beautified were selected based on SHOWTIME filming locations for “The Chi.” The grant will also pay for maintaining the lots for several years.

Cubs Scholars graduates are celebrated at Wrigley Field Continued from page 1

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Last year, Malcolm Fox set a 10year goal for himself that one day he would speak at Wrigley Field. That day came this summer when Fox gave the commencement speech to the Cubs Scholars Graduates. Fox was a 2016 Cubs Scholars graduate. He graduated from Howard University and is set to work for the McDonald’s Corporation.

The Cubs Scholars program was launched in 2013 as part of the Cubs Charities. The mentorship program is open to students from Chicago who needed financial assistance. It also prepares students for their transition from high school to college. Those students receive a $20,000 scholarship once they are enrolled in a four-year college or university.

Students in Cubs Scholars are also a part of the Chicago Scholars Foundation program. Chicago Scholars Foundation was founded in 1996. It is a seven-year program that helps first generation college students to navigate through college to a career.

Cub Charities turned to Chicago Scholars to work in tandem with Cub Scholars. The program is in its ninth year Jeffrey Beckham, Jr., CEO of Chicago Scholars Foundation, said Cubs Charities has been wonderful partners.

Students enrolled in the program are provided with scholarships, resources, mentoring, career development and networking opportunities.

“It’s a robust partnership with an organization that wins on the field as well off. We, at the Chicago Scholars Foundation pride ourselves on doing the same thing,” Beckham said.

Cubs Scholars and the Chicago Scholars Foundation helped Fox in a multitude of ways; including motivating him, financially and emotionally. Chicago Scholars Foundation paid Fox’s balance, as well as provided him with a mentor.

He never doubted he had support from them.

Students who do not get into the Cubs Scholars program still receive the support of The Chicago Scholars Foundation through college. The 20212022 Class is the ninth class of The Cubs Scholars.

Alicia Gonzalez, executive director of the Cubs Charities said all the scholars are exemplary young men and women. Fox has an extremely outgoing personality, he wants to support others as evidenced in the way he supports his cohorts from his Cubs Scholars Class.

“His desire of wanting to come back to the city he once grew up in and make a difference is sincere. I think he’s an exemplary role model for the future generation of Cubs Scholars. From what

I’ve seen of Malcolm, and learned of Malcom, he is extremely mission-driven,” Gonzalez said.

Fox prides himself in mentoring to those who come after him. He is involved in the community, making sure the youth don’t face the same problems he did.

“For me to be able to do that a couple of weeks ago was just more fuel to the fire, it added more drive and my hunger for me to keep going and keep straight on my path to change the world,” Fox said. “It was a great experience, it just further motivated me to keep going and keep playing my part to change Chicago for the better.”

Beckham sees Fox as an example of the face of the future leadership in Chicago. A dynamic city, talent and powered by diverse leaders in every neighborhood.

“Malcolm truly stands in the gap to provide a focal point of what our scholars can become but also a visual reference of the kind of effort and diligence and resilience that the young people we work with at the Cubs Scholars and the Chicago Scholars Foundation, together have and holds true. Truly brilliant, truly heartfelt and truly service -oriented who care about Chicago,” he said. “He puts all of his heart and effort behind the work of just helping people and connecting people to achieve their dreams.”

Sheriff’s Office Offers Free Assistance to Tenants, Housing Providers as Eviction Moratorium Expires As the moratorium on filing eviction cases has been lifted, Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart is reminding housing providers and tenants grappling with eviction that they can access the Office’s Community Resource Center for assistance in accessing services and financial help.

“The pandemic was one of the major drivers behind my creation of a Community Resource Center last year when we began to see how the economic pressures created by COVID would create a ripple effect of devastating

consequences,” Sheriff Dart said. “The CRC expands access to the social services my office has long provided to households facing eviction with complex family or health needs.”

Launched late last year, CRC team members work directly with the public to help individuals navigate social services, housing, employment, medical and mental health services, among others. The CRC also can help individuals locate existing government rental assistance. The CRC is currently operating virtually

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and can be reached at via phone at (773) 405-5116, or via email at ccso.resourcecenter@ccsheriff.org or online at www.cookcountysheriff.org/crc/home.

The availability of the Community Resource Center is just one of several efforts the Office is taking to address the resumption of evictions after a moratorium that began in March 2020.

With significant government rental assistance available, the Office has instituted a policy requiring property owners to confirm there is no forthcoming assistance

before an eviction will be enforced. Social workers are also on staff to make outreach to tenants in vulnerable situations to offer assistance during the eviction enforcement process.

While it is unclear how many evictions will be filed in the coming weeks, it is undeniable that the pandemic has been financially devastating not only to many renters, but also to housing providers, many of whom have a small number of rental properties and rely on the rental income to pay their bills.

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New MIT Sloan research offers framework to better evaluate and plan regional, national and global pandemic responses Counties, states and countries that reopen without coordination could face significant difficulty in controlling the resurgent spread of the coronavirus and future pandemics CAMBRIDGE, Mass.

PRNewswire -- In the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, local and national governments worldwide set strict limits on human mobility. But as governments responded with different policies at different times, it became increasingly difficult to control the spread of the virus, particularly in bordering regions. With the Delta variant now spreading in the U.S., governments will need to carefully coordinate policies that are more effective than those designed to combat the spread of COVID-19.

New research published in Science Advances from Sinan Aral, David Austin Professor of Management and professor of information technology and marketing at the MIT Sloan School of Management, along with Michael Zhao and David Holtz, looks at how the tightening and relaxing of mobility restrictions in selected counties within the U.S. impacted mobility in other counties.

“Our paper establishes a method for ‘interdependent program evaluation’ that allows regions, states and nations to evaluate pandemic responses in an interdependent way, and to therefore coordinate regional, national and global pandemic responses,” said Prof. Aral.

The paper recommends a two-step process for implementing policy: (1) estimate behavioral and geographic spillovers and (2) tailor consultation and coordination between states and regions based on the sizes of the

estimated policy spillovers between those states and regions.

This research involved data from a variety of different sources, including the mobility data of more than 22 million mobile devices, daily data on state-level closure and reopening policies, social media connections among 220 million U.S. Facebook users and county-level census data, among others.

Researchers used the data to measure the direct impacts of a state’s COVID-19 closure and reopening policies on its own mobility patterns; the spillover effects of other, socially-connected states’ closure and reopening policies on its own mobility patterns; and the impacts of both origin- and destination-county closure and reopening policies on cross-county mobility. Spillover effects, in the context of this research, are seen when policy impacts extend into other regions beyond where the policy originates.

The research did not measure the impact of a specific policy against another, but instead grouped many different policy interventions into three general classes of policies based on their level of restrictiveness, including “initial policies” (moderately

restrictive), “shelter-in place” (more restrictive shelter-inplace or stay-at-home orders) and “reopening.”

In addition to measuring the direct effects on a state’s own mobility levels, researchers measured the effect of other geographically and socially connected states’ policies on each states’ mobility levels. Researchers also measured the effect of different policies on crossstate mobility patterns, such as looking at how travel from one state to another is affected when one state has begun reopening, while another still has a shelter-in-place order.

The paper suggests the presence of both social and geographic spillovers related to governmental responses to COVID-19 in the U.S., estimating that while state closures directly reduced mobility by 3-4%, additional closures of other states further decreased mobility in the focal state by 8-14%. Likewise, while a state reopening directly increased mobility by 2-3%, reopening in other states increased mobility in the focal state by 12-21%. Travel from locked-down origins to open destinations increased by 12-29% and travel from reopened origins to locked down destinations decreased

by 6-7% for nearby counties and by 14-18% for distant counties.

For example, in the weeks following San Francisco County’s lockdown, travel in the county from other counties decreased, whereas in the weeks following the same county’s reopening, inbound travel from other countries increased. The same pattern was also seen for Chatham County, Georgia.

The research finds that if reopenings cause substantial increases in mobility and exhibit strong spillover effect, countries that reopen without national coordination could face significant difficulty in controlling the resurgent spread of the coronavirus and future pandemics.

“Both the Delta variant and the next global pandemic will require a much better response than the one we mustered in 2020,” Prof. Aral said.

“The key to the effectiveness of our response will be the idea that pandemic outcomes are interdependent and that pandemic response must be coordinated. Without that, we will see the next novel coronavirus bouncing back and forth without containment.”

In addition to being useful for developing pandemic response policies, the framework presented in this research could also be applied to policies such as firearms legislation, policing, criminal law enforcement, legislation governing the labeling and spread of online misinformation and interventions aiming to fight against climate change.

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POLITICAL Affairs New Peters law looks to reduce trauma for abused and neglected minors by expediting A new law sponsored by State Senator Robert Peters (D-Chicago) would speed up the process of intercounty transfer of child protection cases.

“The kids who are in this system are there because they’ve already experienced trauma through neglect or abuse,” Peters said. “They shouldn’t have to experience more as a result of being caught up in bureaucracy for weeks or months if they need to be transferred.”

Currently, there is no timeframe for the process of transferring child protection cases between counties. Under Senate Bill 651, within 15 days of a transfer occurring, the clerk of the transferring county must submit all related documentation to the clerk of the receiving county, who must then set a status hearing with 10 days of receipt.

“These kids rely on state services for support, so by speeding up the transfer process, we’re ensuring they won’t have to go without the services for too long,” Peters said.

Both chambers of the General Assembly approved the legislation with no opposition, and the governor signed it Monday. It is effective immediately.

Connor’s new law increases training requirements for gun-carrying private detectives and security A new law sponsored by State Senator John Connor (D-Lockport) will help prevent potentially fatal accidents by increasing training requirements for private detectives and private security guards who want to carry firearms.

“Private detectives and security guards who want to carry guns need to be properly trained,” Connor said. “They need to know when and how it is appropriate to use deadly force.”

Existing law required security guards to complete 40 hours of basic training to be licensed as private security contractors. Guards employed by corporations were able to carry weapons without completing the required training if the corporation they work for employs five or less armed guards. The new law would require all armed employees to complete the training and creates even more stringent training requirements for private detectives and private security contractors.

“Everyone who carries a gun as part of their job should be properly trained,” Connor said. “It helps protect them and helps protect our families and communities.”

The law, originally Senate Bill 548, was signed Friday and goes into effect Jan. 1, 2022.

Senator Collins’ plan for annual truancy policies signed into law Illinois schools will be required to develop and communicate their truancy policies to families on a yearly basis under legislation by State Senator Jacqueline Collins (D-Chicago) that was signed into law today.

“When it comes to chronic absences, we tend to just see the empty desk. The truth is that we need to see the student and the challenges they may face with transportation, family illness, mental health difficulties or disabilities,” said Collins. “This ensures that families are being informed of absence policies that are consistent and are applied consistently. I thank Gov. Pritzker for signing this into law.”

Chronic truancy — when a student misses more than 5% of the school year — has increased in Illinois since 2015, when about 9% of students were considered chronically truant. As many as 13.4% are chronically truant currently. Senate Bill 605 requires schools to develop a truancy and chronic absence policy each year and report it to families, including information on chronic truancy.

The legislation takes effect July 1, 2022.

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Roc Nation and Modern Luxury Media Join Forces to Launch EDITION by Modern Luxury, a Disruptive Multimedia Platform and Brand to Celebrate Culture and Luxury Set to launch winter 2021, EDITION by Modern Luxury will be spearheaded by Editor-in-Chief Isoul H. Harris New York, PRNewswire -- Roc Nation, the world’s preeminent entertainment company founded by Shawn “JAY-Z” Carter, and Modern Luxury Media, the nation’s largest luxury media company, have announced that they have partnered to launch a new brand and multimedia platform. Titled EDITION by Modern Luxury, this new brand and multimedia platform will amplify and elevate voices that are shaping popular culture.

EDITION will offer the first fully multi-platform portal into a world of luxury that celebrates talent from diverse communities. The fully immersive journey will come to life through print, digital, social and experiential activations and innovative moments of discovery. Insider content and deeper audio and video storytelling will be unlocked through hidden tokens embedded throughout the issues.

In order to cater to today’s sophisticated digital natives, media platforms must embrace a diverse group of content creators and talent.

Roc Nation and Modern Luxury aim to embrace this and create a constantly evolving

and truly immersive experience with the goal to inspire and celebrate talent across a variety of disciplines.

Isoul H. Harris has been appointed as editor-in-chief and he will work closely with Roc Nation EVP Strategy & Communications Jana Fleishman as well as the Modern Luxury team to ensure that the multimedia platform constantly evolves and elevates a diverse array of voices. Harris is an award-winning journalist and the former editor-in-chief of UPTOWN, a national magazine known for its thoughtful chronicling of affluent African American life and celebrity. He has also produced digital lifestyle content and experiential programming for Morgan Stanley, Microsoft, and American Express Platinum. “With EDITION, we have a unique opportunity to define what luxury means now, and also challenge how the world perceives and understands culture.

I am beyond excited to help shape a visionary platform that understands the aspirational sig-

nificance of exploring creativity in the luxury space,” stated Harris.

“Modern Luxury Media has built a legacy of being the premier media company in building brands in luxury that drive influential and aspirational content,” said Desiree Perez, chief executive officer and co-founder of Roc Nation. “We couldn’t think of a better partner to launch EDITION and provide a platform to amplify the voices of a powerful community.

“The importance of elevating the voices of such a powerful community has never been greater,” echoed Brett Yormark, president of business operations & strategy for Roc Nation.

“We are excited to devote our efforts in creating a platform that is not only exciting but necessary in order to push the luxury media industry forward.”

“Since our founding, it’s been Modern Luxury’s mission to focus on the importance of creating connection and community.

Historically, luxury titles have lacked diverse coverage. This is an unfortunate truth and as leaders and owners in media, it’s our privilege and opportunity to defy the status quo and ensure we are providing a platform for diverse communities to connect,” said John Amato, principal at Modern Luxury Media. “This is a proud moment for Modern Luxury to bring EDITION to life in partnership with Roc Nation and to ensure diverse voices are championed and represented within the luxury space.

“This past year we have doubled down on a community-driven approach in order to fulfill our responsibility of creating new opportunities in the luxury space,” said Michael Dickey, chief executive officer of Modern Luxury Media. “Our partnership with Roc Nation to launch EDITION marks a pivotal evolution within the industry. We are thrilled to bring on Isoul Harris to join EDITION and ensure that we are bringing the mission to life with integrity, accountability and creativity.”

EDITION by Modern Luxury is set to launch winter 2021. To learn more, visit editionml.com.

Registration Open NOW for BBB and SCORE’s Build a Better Business Conference One-day conference focused on improving small and medium businesses scheduled for Oct. 7 Northern Indiana – BBB Serving Northern Indiana and SCORE Northeast Indiana announce that registration is now open for their inaugural Build a Better Business Conference, scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 7, at the Parkview Mirro Center in Fort Wayne.

“This conference seeks to give small and medium business leaders the opportunity to sharpen their skills and develop a successful strategy to grow their businesses in this ever-changing marketplace,” said Marjorie Stephens, President and CEO of BBB Serving Northern Indiana. “The day will be jampacked with learning, networking and growth opportunities.”

Registration for the one-day conference includes a keynote speaker, panel discussions and a total of 16 break-out sessions to educate attendees with valuable skills and knowledge they need to advance their businesses. Sessions range from basic courses in QuickBooks to more in-depth workshops like planning your company’s succession planning. Find the full list of workshops here (titles subject to change).

Registration fees for BBB Accredited Businesses are just $99 per person through Wednesday, Sept. 15. Cost for non-Accredited Businesses is $110 through Sept. 15.

Prices increase $15 for Accredited and non-Accredited businesses after

Sept. 15. Additional discounts are available for groups of 10 or more.

“As the COVID recovery continues in Northeast Indiana our economy looks good and improved business opportunities abound, said Steve Rinehart, Chair for SCORE Northeast Indiana. “The Build a Better Business Conference will provide any business with helpful information and tips for improvement, and I urge all small business owners and entrepreneurs to consider attending this timely conference, so they are ready to improve their growth and profit in the robust economy ahead.”

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official celebration of BBB’s 16th Annual Torch Awards. During the conference luncheon, the 2021 honorees will be featured in front of their peers and the northern Indiana business community.

“BBB was founded by businesses, for businesses, and more than 100 years later, we still pride ourselves on being a resource to our business community,” said Stephens. “We

invite all business leaders, accredited or not, to take advantage of the conference.”

Conference sponsors include presenting sponsor SCORE Northeast Indiana, as well as Paul Davis of Northeast Indiana, PNC Bank and St. Joseph Funeral Home. For more information or to register as an official 2021 sponsor, visit the Sponsor Opportunities page.

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Cheetos And Bad Bunny Drop Exclusive adidas Fashion Collection, Inviting Fans To Deja tu Huella (Leave Your Mark) Cheetos and Bad Bunny Continue to Uplift the Hispanic Community Ahead of School Year with the Launch of the Deja tu Huella Estudiante Fund to Provide Students with $500,000

Cheetos® Superfans Can Unlock Early Access to the Drop by Using Cheetle® iD, Technology that Detects Orange-Dusted Fingertips PLANO, Texas, PRNewswire -- What happens when you mix a Bad Bunny with a Mischievous Cheetah? The hottest capsule collab of the year.

When Cheetos® and global music superstar Bad Bunny first introduced the Deja tu Huella™ campaign in 2020 to celebrate the impact that Hispanic culture has made on today’s society, they set out on a mission to inspire the next generation to Deja tu Huella, a phrase that translates to “leave your mark.” Since last year, that rally cry has only grown stronger.

As the campaign enters its second phase, Chester Cheetah and Bad Bunny are teaming up once again to spotlight the Hispanic community by bringing fans two exciting experiences ahead of the school year that take Deja tu Huella to the next level: an exclusive fashion collaboration with adidas and the Deja tu Huella Estudiante Fund, a contest that will give $500,000 in total prizing to students in the U.S. and Puerto Rico.

“It’s an honor to give back to the Hispanic community that has done so much for me,” said Bad Bunny. “Between music and fashion, there are so many ways to leave your mark on culture, and I want to encourage everyone to follow whatever path inspires them. That’s what the Deja tu Huella program is all about.”

The extremely limited adidas leisurewear collection is a product of two innovative design

visions coming together: Bad Bunny’s signature style combined with Chester’s orange-themed “Cheetos Look.”

In true mischievous fashion, Cheetos is giving its biggest fans the chance to get early access to the exclusive items before they’re officially available for purchase on August 6.

Fans simply need one thing for the opportunity to cop the drop before anyone else: fingertips covered in Cheetos orange-dust, also known as Cheetle®, which all true Cheetos fans now don as a badge of honor.

How to use Cheetle iD to unlock early access to the exclusive collection: Starting today, fans in the U.S. and Puerto Rico can head to www.CheetleiD.com to use Cheetle iD, a first-of-its-kind Cheetos x adidas e-commerce experience designed to get the mer-

ch into the hands of Cheetos’ biggest fans first.

There, Chester will use Cheetle iD technology to detect whether fans have Cheetle® on their fingertips.

The first 100 people who pass the Cheetle iD detector will have direct access to purchase items from the collection before the rest of the public.

Not part of the first 100 fans to use Cheetle iD? No problem. All fans who didn’t get early access can sign up at www.CheetleiD.com to enter for a chance to purchase the merch on August 6 via the NTWRK app.

As part of the Deja tu Huella campaign and in partnership with Good Bunny Foundation, Cheetos and Bad Bunny are also welcoming submissions starting today for the Deja tu Huella Estudiante Fund, a contest that will identify ten

students leaving their mark on their community and reward them with $50,000 each that can go towards their education.

To enter the #DejatuHuella TikTok Hashtag Challenge, fans in the U.S. and Puerto Rico can submit a :60 video that shows how they are leaving their mark on the community, the culture, or the world, and tag @Cheetos, #DejatuHuella, and #Entry to be eligible. For more information on how to enter and full rules, visit www.cheetos.com/dejatuhuella. Submissions can be made now through August 18, and winners will be announced by the end of 2021.

“We’ve seen how our fans have left their mark on the world and recognize the influence the Hispanic community has had on mainstream culture,” said Jessica Spaulding, senior director of marketing, Frito-Lay North America. “Cheetos has long been a brand that celebrates all forms of self-expression, so we’re proud to team up once again with an icon like Bad Bunny to help the next generation Deja tu Huella through the launch of the Estudiante Fund and fashion collab with adidas.”

In addition to the Deja tu Huella Estudiante Fund, the Cheetos brand’s parent company PepsiCo has pledged $275 million to the Hispanic and Latinx community. For more information, visit www.cheetos.com/dejatuhuella and follow @Cheetos on social media.

Coach Launches “With Friends” Fall 2021 Global Campaign Starring Jennifer Lopez, Michael B. Jordan, Kōki, and Jeremy Lin; Photographed by Renell Medrano NEW YORK PRNewswire -Coach introduces its global Fall 2021 campaign starring Coach Family Jennifer Lopez, Michael B. Jordan, Kōki, and Jeremy Lin and photographed

by Renell Medrano. The campaign spotlights the moments of unexpected joy that are only possible when friends and communities come together.

The story introduces Coach’s Fall 2021 collection, including the house’s new Tate and Soft Tabby bags, Hitch Backpack and the reintroduction of its iconic Rogue bag. Inspired

by Coach Creative Director Stuart Vevers’ latest vision for the house, the collection also includes plush shearling coats and leather jackets made in collaboration with the heritage American outerwear brand Schott.

Captured in cities around the world, the campaign features outdoor get-togethers and block parties with real communities coming together, including Miami jump-rope team The Hurricane Jumpers, Afro-Cuban jazz band Miguel Cruz and Sugarcane and Tokyo-based band Gliiico.

The cast also share what is only possible with friends, and how their friends inspire and support them.

To create the campaign, Coach collaborated with stylist Olivier Rizzo as well as an extended cast that includes Jeremy Lin’s closest friends from college, Kheaton Scott and Nathan Liu, and students from Dream It Real, Coach’s initiative focused on helping break cycles of inequality by empowering the next generation

to reach their full potential through higher education.

“The Fall collection is inspired by our present and our future––by what we’ve learned and where we are going,” said Vevers. “It’s a story about friendship and the way our loved ones inspire, support and shape us, and the excitement we feel about spending time together again.

Comforting, nostalgic and tactile, it celebrates the sense of possibility and joy found in connection.”

“When you’re with friends, possibilities are endless,” said Lopez.

“When I’m with my friends, we don’t always know what will happen next.

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things, it’s encouraging—it’s optimistic, and it’s spontaneous.”

“The idea of being amongst friends means being around people you’re comfortable with,” said Jordan.

“People you can be yourself with, grow with, be creative with. It’s about being in an environment that makes you comfortable, where you can be authentic and thrive.”

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of its hometown, the brand makes beautiful things, crafted to last — for you to be yourself in.

Coach is a Tapestry, Inc. brand. Tapestry is publicly listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker TPR.

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Walmart to Pay 100% of College Tuition and Books for Associates The largest U.S. private employer commits to invest nearly $1 billion over the next five years in career-driven training and development Walmart, recently announced it will pay 100% of college tuition and books for associates through its Live Better U (LBU) education program.

Starting Aug. 16, the $1 a day fee will be removed for associates, making all education programs paid for by Walmart. This means approximately 1.5 million part-time and full-time Walmart and Sam’s Club associates in the U.S. can earn college degrees or learn trade skills without the burden of education debt. As the largest U.S. private employer, Walmart is committing to invest nearly $1 billion over the next five years in career-driven training and development.

“We are creating a path of opportunity for our associates to grow their careers at Walmart, so they can continue to build better lives for themselves and their families,” said Lorraine Stomski, Senior Vice President of Learning and Leadership at Walmart. “This investment is another way we can support

our associates to pursue their passion and purpose while removing the barriers that too often keep adult working learners from obtaining degrees.”

The LBU program was initially designed after consulting with experts, reviewing other employer provided education programs, and studying the research around what helps drive completion rates among adult working learners. This helped guide the initial $1 a day approach, but the economy and job market have changed, and Walmart is always looking for new ways to encourage more associates to pursue further education.

“We’re also excited to add in-demand college degree and certificate options in business administration, supply chain and cybersecurity.

These additional offerings join a robust catalog of programs to set associates up for new career opportunities,” said Stomski. “Our education offerings tie directly to our growth

areas at Walmart, and what better way to fill the pipeline of future talent than with our own associates.”

In addition, Walmart will add four academic partners, including Johnson & Wales University, the University of Arizona, the University of Denver and Pathstream. These complement the existing partners: Brandman University, Penn Foster, Purdue University Global, Southern New Hampshire University, Wilmington University and Voxy EnGen. Each of these institutions were chosen for their history of success with adult and working learner programs as well as their focus on degree completion.

Walmart is committed to eliminate the burden of education debt. Cost is a leading barrier for earning a degree with student-loan debt in the U.S. topping $1.7 trillion. Since launching LBU in 2018, more than 52,000 associates have participated in the program to date and 8,000 have

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already graduated. Nearly 28,000 associates have been active in a LBU program this summer.

“As the company making one of the nation’s largest investments in education for America’s workforce, Walmart is setting a new standard for what it looks like to prepare workers for the jobs of the future,” said Rachel Carlson, CEO & Co-Founder of Guild.

“Walmart is creating growth opportunities for their workforce and preparing them for the future of work.”

When an associate enrolls in LBU and earns a certificate or degree, they take important steps toward creating a long-term career within the Walmart ecosystem. For more information about Live Better U, our academic partners and degree options, click here.

Other leadership quotes “We are thrilled to partner with Guild Education and Walmart in our

mission to deliver Arizona’s worldclass higher education programs to working adult learners in a flexible, engaging and highly effective way. We are honored to be a part of the industry-leading Live Better U program at the nation’s largest private employer and look forward to welcoming Walmart and Sam’s Club associates into the Wildcat family.”

University of Arizona President, Dr. Robert C. Robbins, M.D. “The University of Denver is passionately committed to working adult learners. “Through this partnership with Walmart and Guild Education, approximately 1.5 million associates will now have access to DU’s programs, completely funded by their employer. We are proud to be a part of this moment for Live Better U and every moment to come on associates’ upcoming educational journeys.”

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Don’t break the bank during wedding season in the ‘new normal’ BPT-- Weddings are back with a vengeance and with that comes spending time and money for gifts, travel, and maybe even being a part of the wedding party. A recent Zelle® consumer behavior report says that 52% of people are likely to attend a large gathering in 2021/2022.

Yes, weddings will be a lot for the bride and groom, but what about the wedding crew and guests who are filling up their schedules with celebrations? How do you make sure to respect the happy couple and your wallet?

Here is a checklist of what to do and how to not get too caught up in celebrating that you put yourself into debt for the newly invigorated wedding season.

1) Prioritize your event schedule: Many postponed weddings are now back on, which means that your social calendar is way busier than it used to be - no more virtual bachelorette parties in your pajamas. However, please don’t feel pressured to do it all. Pace yourself and prioritize which weddings and social events you can attend based on your comfort level and funds.

Pro tip: Look at locations, dates, and times and be mindful of how you will be spending your money. Get this all on a calendar so you can keep track of critical dates, so they don’t sneak up on you.

2) Create a wedding spending budget: If you

are part of a string of bachelorette duties and events, that can take a toll on your wallet. Estimate how much you will be spending for that wedding and if it doesn’t meet your budget, have a conversation about what you can be comfort-

able with and work together with your crew.

Pro tip: Be honest with the bride or groom and let them know that you are committed to helping them celebrate and honor their occasion, but that you need to be mindful of your

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3) Give the newlyweds the gift of money: Through a pandemic and all the difficulties people have faced in the last year, physical gifts and registries have become less of a focus for brides and grooms. A Zelle® study says 76% of people across all generations prefer to receive money rather than an actual physical gift. To lighten the load for you and the bride and groom, send them money via a P2P service like Zelle® with a special congratulatory note in the memo line. If they are already enrolled with Zelle®, they get the money directly in their bank account within minutes and can use it for whatever they choose (and if not enrolled, it just takes a few minutes to quickly and easily enroll to receive the gift money).

4) Remember to celebrate: It’s been a challenging year, and the great news is that people are starting to gather together again to commemorate new beginnings safely. Try to take a deep breath, go through your checklist and enjoy this moment!

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ENTERTAINMENT

Chanel Iman Joins Smile Train as Newest Celebrity Ambassador The American Model Partners with the World’s Largest Cleft Organization to Raise Awareness for Children with Clefts and Advocate for Mothers Globally New York PRNewswire -- Smile Train, the world’s largest cleft organization, today announced model Chanel Iman, known for her work as a Victoria’s Secret Angel, as their first-ever Smile Train Celebrity Ambassador solely focused on motherhood. As a young mother of two, Chanel’s goal is to advocate for and champion mothers across the globe, particularly mothers of children born with a cleft.

“Through time spent with the Smile Train team, I learned that the impact of cleft treatment on a child – and their family – is immediate,” said Chanel. “As a mom, my kids are everything to me, and I would do anything to protect them. That’s why I’m so honored to become an ambassador for Smile Train, to not only advocate for children living with cleft but also encourage the mothers who fearlessly fight for their children to receive treatment.”

Through her mother-focused ambassadorship, Chanel hopes to raise awareness of the unique challenges mothers face with cleft-affected children while simultaneously being a holistic voice for mothers around the world.

“We believe Chanel will be the perfect voice to captivate diverse audiences surrounding the journey a cleft mother embarks on,” said Nijha Diggs, Senior Director of Public Relations, Smile Train.

“Like all mothers, cleft mothers are warriors. Most people think it takes one cleft surgery and the baby is completely healed.

The harsh reality is that the initial surgery is only the beginning of the cleft journey.

A cleft-affected baby needs extra attention for feeding, will undergo multiple surgeries, often miss many days of school, need extra emotional support and can require copious amounts of speech therapy.

Additionally, oftentimes a child with a cleft will be bullied or misunderstood for their appearance. The commitment of a cleft mother is one of resilience, strength, and courage, and we could not be more thrilled to have Chanel on our team advocating for these amazing women.”

Smile Train’s sustainable model empowers local medical professionals with training, funding, and resources to provide free cleft surgery and comprehensive cleft care to children globally. For over 21 years, Smile Train has supported safe and quality cleft care for more than 1.5 million children and will continue to do so until every child in need with a cleft has access to the care they deserve.

To learn more about Smile Train’s global efforts and to make a donation, please visit smiletrain.org. Follow Smile Train on Twitter and Instagram @SmileTrain and like us on Facebook at facebook.com/SmileTrain.

Smile Train empowers local medical professionals with training, funding, and resources to provide free cleft surgery and comprehensive cleft care to children globally. We advance a sustainable solution and scalable global health model for cleft treatment, drastically improving children’s lives, including their ability to eat, breathe, speak, and ultimately thrive. To learn more about how Smile Train’s sustainable approach means donations have both an immediate and long-term impact, please visit smiletrain.org.

Chanel Iman is an internationally renowned supermodel, loving wife and mother to her two children, Cali and Cassie. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Chanel was discovered at an open call and made her debut during the Spring 2007 season. That year, she was the cover of Vogue’s May issue photographed

by Steven Meisel and was named one of the ‘World’s Next Top Models’. She has since walked for the world’s most prestigious design houses including Bottega Veneta, McQueen, Marc Jacobs, Valentino and Missoni to name a few.

Perhaps most notably, Chanel appeared in the 50th Anniversary Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. She has recently featured in advertising campaigns for Ralph Lauren, Bottega Veneta, Dsquared, Victoria’s Secret, PINK, Gap, Express, and DKNY. Chanel currently resides in New Jersey with her husband Sterling.

Crown Media Family Networks Brings to Life Iconic Hallmark Cards Brand, Mahogany, In New Content Initiative On Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Mahogany to Feature Quarterly Slate of Original Movies that Embody Hallmark’s Core Values through the lens of the Black Experience Studio City, Calif. PRNewswire -- Crown Media Family Networks announced today that it will launch Mahogany, the first of several new content initiatives and brand extensions tapping into the rich 100+ year legacy of the Hallmark brand. Launching on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries in early 2022 and rooted in the iconic Hallmark greeting card line of the same name, Mahogany will expand Crown Media’s content offerings with powerful storytelling that exemplifies Hallmark’s core ethos -- family, community, human connection, positivity, and the transformational power of love -- through the unique lens of Black culture.

Mahogany will initially launch as a quarterly slate of original movies, with plans to further expand the franchise to include podcasts, scripted series, and more. Announcements detailing specific productions, casting, and projects are forthcoming. Toni Judkins, SVP Programming Development, Crown Media, is spearheading the initiative in close collaboration with the flagship brand’s team at parent company, Hallmark.

“We are so proud to announce Mahogany, a programming brand extension that allows us to unite our audience around Hallmark’s universal values, while leaning into the distinct voice of the beloved card line,” said Crown Media President & CEO, Wonya Lucas. “This launch marks a pivotal moment in our evolution as we continue to bring the Hallmark brand to life in new ways. In addition, it’s a huge step forward in our mission to deliver more diverse, inclusive content representing various cultures and perspectives that resonates with our current audience and attracts new viewers.”

“Mahogany is an expression of all the love, joy, and complexities that emerge from the distinctive journey of Black people,” said Judkins. “It is a dream realized to create a content experience around this Hallmark brand that honors, empowers, and authentically captures Black culture and amplifies our voice.”

“For over 30 years Mahogany has helped Black women connect deeply with their families, friends, and communities while celebrating the uniqueness of Black people, beauty, culture, and faith,” said Alexis Kerr, vice president of the Mahogany brand at Hallmark Cards, Inc. “Through Crown Media, the Mahogany brand will expand the power of cultural authenticity and boldness within the media landscape in ways that affirm Black women.”

Judkins joined Crown Media in May and is tasked with spearheading the sourcing, conception, development, and production of original content that explores diverse, character-driven stories. Prior to Crown Media, she operated under the banner of her production company Moxy Media, where she developed, created,

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and/or produced content for such clients as Axs TV, Overbrook Entertainment and Amazon Audible; consulted on the launches of television networks, including Anthem Sports & Entertainment; and played a role in the launches of streaming services and digital platforms. Previously, she was EVP, Programming & Production at TV One, where her transformation of the network’s content lineup resulted in some of its highest ratings and most successful programs.

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, the second 24-hour linear channel under the Crown Media Family Networks umbrella, is one of the fastest growing networks in cable and a leading destination for quality, family friendly entertainment.

Launched in 2008 as Hallmark Movie Channel, the network was re-branded in fall of 2014, transitioning into Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.

True to its name, the channel brings the lighter side of the suspense and mystery genres into focus with rich, dramatic, and thought-provoking storytelling. The network’s programming lineup features a unique mix of new, original movies, presentations from the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame library, and such time-honored acquired series as “Murder, She Wrote,” “Matlock,” “Hart to Hart” and “Diagnosis Murder”.

The channel is also home to the annual holiday programming event “Miracles of Christmas,” which helps viewers celebrate the season with new, original movies and holiday favorites.

Hallmark Cards, Inc. owns and operates Crown Media Family Networks.

For more than 30 years Mahogany has built a relationship of trust with the Black community by honoring, celebrating, and supporting emotional connections among Black families, friends, and other loved ones. With its bold and culturally authentic voice and beautiful and diverse representations of blackness Mahogany helps our consumers celebrate the uniqueness of Black people, culture, and history; stand in the joys and trials of life together; and envision a hopeful and positive Black future. Mahogany is committed to serving the evolving emotional needs of Black people, to helping deepen connections by reflecting real and relevant Black experiences, dreams, hopes, and faith, and to always making sure our consumers see themselves as they are – Black and beautiful.

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HOME & GARDENING

National Study Shows What Homeowners Really Want From Their Roofs

(StatePoint) Replacing your roof? Insights from a new nationwide survey may help you better understand the many facets involved in this important decision.

The “2021 Roof Purchasing Study” conducted by Signet Research Inc. for DaVinci Roofscapes, shows that consumers want durable roofs. Nearly 85% of those surveyed indicate that durability has a lot of influence in the type of roof they would purchase. Longevity of a roofing product was the second highest influencer, followed by resistance to severe weather.

Mother Nature Match-Up Study results indicate that severe weather damage is the most likely event to prompt homeowners to replace their current roofs, followed by age of their existing roof. When it does become necessary to replace the roof, 32% of respondents indicate they are “very likely” or “likely” to consider a faux roofing product, such as composite slate or shake materials, which typically stands up to severe weather and is known for its longevity.

“Mother Nature pounds roofs on a regular basis,” says Mark Pagel, general manager of DaVinci Roofscapes. “Homeowners recognize that hail, high winds and severe weather can take their toll on roofs. They’re reacting by seeking out roofing materials that will stand up to strong weather conditions. While price is an important consideration, respondents of the survey are focused more on value. They’re interested in investing in durable roofing materials, like synthetic slate and shake tiles, which are guaranteed to hold up to severe weather conditions.”

Contractors are Influential When it comes time to select a specific roofing brand, 61% of homeowners are looking for a quality product. To find that roofing brand, 57% are relying on their contractor for recommendations, which is more than they do on family and friends (35%), or even their own personal experiences with a brand (37%).

“Homeowners understand they may choose a new roof only once or twice in their lives,” says Pagel. “They also understand that contractors make these

decisions many times a year for their projects. The research indicates homeowners respect and value the recommendation of contractors who work regularly with different building products.”

10-Year Comparison A national survey sponsored by DaVinci Roofscapes in 2011 provides insights into changes in consumer attitudes toward their homes in the span of the last decade. In a comparison of the 2011 Color Study (conducted by Harris Research) and the 2021 Roof Purchasing Study, results show: • A strong growth in homeowners valuing the curb appeal of their personal properties in the past decade (78% viewing it as “extremely” or “very important” in 2011 as compared to 88% with similar feelings in 2021).

• An increase in homeowners seeing their home exterior as a reflection of their personality (71% in 2011; 85% in 2021).

• While durability remains the biggest influencer of a roofing purchase, the second-most popular influencer has changed dramatically. In 2011, longevity was the second response. In 2021, that has changed to pricing, up from the number eight position 10 years ago.

• Severe weather damage remains the number one reason for replacing a roof. However, is 2011, 65% said severe weather would prompt a new roof purchase (with 9% reporting current roof damage from a weather-related event), compared to 57% in 2021 (with 32% reporting a currently damaged roof from severe weather).

• While 23% of homeowners reported replacing their roof due to old age in 2011, 44% (almost double) said old age was the reason to replace a roof in the 2021 study.

• Color preference has remained consistent. Black is still the most popular roof color, followed by gray, brown and beige/tan.

For more roofing insights, visit davinciroofscapes.com.

Bottom line? A new roof can be a good, solid investment, especially when your roof is able to withstand the elements over the years and look great while doing it.

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UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF GEORGE PENSON AKA GEORGE E. PENSON, JR. AKA GEORGE E. PENSON; KURT D. SWAN AKA KURT SWAN; MADELINE DORE AKA MADELINE PENSON; BARBARA NEWSON; JEFFIE CLAYTON; SHANEAH TAYLOR AKA SHANEAH MARIE TAYLOR; DAMON RITENHOUSE SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR GEORGE PENSON; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 18 ch 14339 Calendar 62 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, August 23, 2021 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. 25-03-230-033-0000. Commonly known as 630 East 91st Street, Chicago, Illinois 60619. 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, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (630) 4536960. F18030236 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3172194 EMPLOYMENT- DRIVERS Driver/Private Driver Needed. Driver required to transport our clients from their hotel to places of tourist attraction there and back. There are up to 50 hours per week available depending on candidate availability. If you are interested, email us for more information or send your CV to insidesaleskmmpusa@email.com. _______________________________________ IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION TOORAK CAPITAL PARTNERS, LLC; Plaintiff, vs. JORGE FELIX RODRIGUEZ PA; JORGE FELIX RODRIGUEZ, JR. AKA JORGE FELIX RODRIGUEZ; CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 20 CH 7006 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, August 30, 2021 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. 20-26-116-011-0000. Commonly known as 7341 South Maryland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619.

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