The Compton Bulletin

WEDNESDAY, MAY 3, 2023

WEEKEND Southland come alive events make the

If you happen to live in or around the sleeping communities of Compton or Carson, you had plenty of options to be entertained during the final weekend in April.

MORE specifically, April 29 was a big day for both cities. During the early part of the day, the 3rd Annual Compton Advocates Community Resource Fair took place at Gonzales Park in Compton.

Later, Grammy award-winning singer and songwriter Lalah Hathaway headlined the 4th annual Dymally International Jazz & Arts Festival in Carson, Calif. at Dignity Health Sports Park.

This was also a big weekend for sports. The 2023 NFL Draft saw both the Los Angeles Chargers and Los Angeles Rams make their first picks to be players that participated in the College Football Playoff National Championship game that was played at SoFi Stadium earlier this year.

The Chargers picked up

TCU wide receiver Quentin Johnston with the 21st pick in the first round of the draft. The Rams chose offensive lineman Steve Avila, also from TCU, with the 36th overall pick (second round).

The LPGA Tour was also in town, holding up at the Wilshire Country Club where Australian golfer Hannah Green won the JM Eagle LA Championship. Finally, the USC-UCLA track and field meet at Drake Stadium on April 30, showed off the crosstown rivalry between the Trojans and Bruins.

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Carson to celebrate Cinco de Mayo on May 6

An all-afternoon fiesta featuring live entertainment and a variety of fun activities will mark the City of Carson’s 46th annual Cinco de Mayo celebration scheduled Saturday, May 6.

“The City of Carson is thrilled to once again celebrate the historic occasion of Cinco De Mayo with an in-person grand fiesta for the entire community to enjoy,” said Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes.

The fiesta will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Carson Park, located at 21411 Orrick Avenue in Carson. The event is open to people of all ages, and admission is free.

Banda Maguey and La Sonora Dinamita with Vilma Diaz will lead this year’s entertainment line-up along with Mariachi Santa Monica. Also featured are local talents from the surrounding community.

Aside from non-stop entertainment, the fiesta also features a wide variety of food booths, game booths, arts and crafts, a car show, and cultural displays.

Cinco de Mayo is more than a celebration of a single, glorious moment in the long history of Mexico’s struggle for independence. Mexico’s victory over the French at the “Batalla de Puebla,” in Puebla, Mexico on May 5, 1862, reaffirmed a universal aspiration shared by freedom-loving people throughout the United States and the world: self-determination.

For more information about the event, please contact Carson Park at (310) 830-4925.

Black-owned student academy launches pilot program

LOS ANGELES - Dual Threat Preparatory Academy, a Black-owned and operated educational program for student-athletes, is excited to announce the launch of its first summer program, the Blue Chip Academy, set to begin in July 2023.

DUAL Threat is an educational program focused on providing student-athletes with the proper tools to excel in their sport of choice and outside of sports as academic and civically engaged young leaders. This educational program will support student-athletes starting in the 6th grade.

Each educational program will be based on topics that are applicable to the athlete’s age and sport. The program will cover topics such as social justice and civic engagement, financial literacy, personal health, and much more.

“Dual Threat Prep’s inaugural program will equip student-athletes with the skills necessary to make an impact outside of the game. Far too often, student-athletes are left to grapple with some of life’s most serious obstacles and transitions without the necessary support,” said Dual Threat’s Founder and Executive Director Kristina T. Wilson, Esq.

“It takes more than talent and physical skills to be successful in sports, especially as athletes inevitably face some type of adversity inside or outside of sports,” she added.

“We’re excited to welcome 12 6thgrade and 7th grade student-athletes into our program this summer as we launch this curriculum to provide safe and substantive learning for students over the summer.”

Applications to join the program will be available June 1 at https://dualthreatprep.org/ About Dual Threat Preparatory Academy Dual Threat

Preparatory Academy is an educational program that provides student-athletes with the proper foundation to excel in their respective sports while developing them into contributing members of society outside of athletics.

By teaching student-athletes the "game" within the game, Dual Threat will instill the knowledge necessary to navigate life as a student-athlete on the high school, college, and professional levels. To learn more about Dual Threat Preparatory Academy, visit dualthreatprep.org.

California reparations task force to recommend ‘down payments’ for slavery, racism

By Wendy Fry

The California Reparations Task Force published documents Monday indicating it plans to recommend the state apologize for racism and slavery and consider “down payments” of varying amounts to eligible African American residents.

The documents, numbering more than 500 pages, do not contain an overall price tag for reparations, but they do include ways the state could calculate how much money African Americans in California

have lost since 1850, when the state was established, through today due to certain government practices.

The loss calculations would vary depending on type of racial harm and how long a person has lived in California. The loss estimates range from $2,300 per person per year of residence for the over-policing of Black communities, to $77,000 total per person for Black-owned business losses and devaluations over the years.

The state-appointed task force faces a July 1 deadline

to make reparations recommendations to the Legislature and Gov. Gavin Newsom. Task force leaders have said they expect the Legislature to come up with actual reparations amounts.

The task force also is recommending a variety of policy changes to counteract discrimination.

“It is critical that we compensate, but not just compensate. We also need to evaluate policy that continues to hold us back,” said Monica Montgomery Steppe, a San Diego

Dual Threat Prep Academy Founder and Executive Director Kristina T. Wilson, Esq./Courtesy photo

Reparations task force members listen during the public comment portion of a December 14, 2022 meeting in Oakland on reparations proposals for African Americans. Photo by Martin do Nascimento, CalMatters.

3rd Annual Compton Advocates Community Resource Fair was a blast

Compton, CA - The 3rd Annual Compton Advocates Community Resource Fair at Gonzales Park turned out to be a grand event for the city with droves of adults and children attending the nearly daylong event on Saturday, April 29. The event featured haircuts, plenty of activities for children, and a good dose of information being passed out by the numerous vendors setting up shop.

MORE than 70 organizations were slated to participate, including a mammogram truck and youth empowerment zone.Compton Advocates partnered with District 1 City Councilwoman

access to financial planning resources.

Compton Advocates was founded with the mission to educate, activate, and empower the Compton community and beyond. Through their work, they strive to provide

in need and to create a stronger, more connected community.

"We are thrilled to bring this event to the community once again and to partner with Councilwoman Deidre Du-

hart and the City of Compton to make it happen," said Candace Leos Valdepena, founder of Compton Advocates. "Our goal is to provide as many resources and services as possible to those in need and to

create a stronger, more empowered community."

For more information, please visit the Compton Advocates website or follow them on social media @ comptonadvocates.

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Living with PTSD: My story

By Dennis J. Freeman

My strategy during my childhood was survival. My brothers and my friends used to make out strategies on how navigate going through all of the gang territory in Long Beach where I lived. I had to fight off and maneuver around advances from my uncle’s live-in partner.

BUT the most difficult challenge

I faced was surviving my father’s constant tongue-lashings and beatings.

Sometimes I felt like my dad

would beat me if I coughed the wrong way. This is not about just getting whippings as a kid for doing something wrong. I love my father, but my dad would beat first and ask questions later. Now how has all this impacted me? It impacted me a great deal.

I am in my 50s, and yet the trauma of my childhood has left me scarred. Several years ago, I was diagnosed with having post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a result of the verbal and physical abuse I received in my childhood.

How bad was it? Well, one day as a broken teenager, I walked up to the top of the football stadium bleachers at Long Beach Millikan High School (the school I attended at the time) and contemplated tak-

ing my life. The only thing that saved me that day was God.

I had gone to church all of my life. And at that moment, I just about gave up hope. The demoralizing taunting and beatings with wires, switches and extension cords were just too much. I felt worthless. My father constantly reminded me that I would never amount to anything.

Then again, my brothers would get the same treatment. My dad was an equal opportunity beater, except with me things were a bit extreme. I can vividly picture one specific night my dad beat me. I remember my mother putting Vaseline all over my body to heal the wounds I received as I screamed out in pain from the whipping I got.

Covering up things was almost a way of life in my household. Whenever I or one of my other 10 siblings would get a real good beating, my mom would write a note to the school excusing us from participating in physical education or gym class. And whenever my brothers and sisters and I would bring those notes, the ladies at the front desk would always have questions like they knew what was up. The straw that broke the camel’s back was one day with me was when my dad backslapped me, drug me by the legs from the front yard to the backyard, and proceeded to wrap me up in a 20-foot coiled wire, choking the life out of me. I knew things were bad

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Water Contaminants Can Impact Child Health. Here’s How to Remove Them

(StatePoint) Clean, safe drinking water is essential for human health, especially for children, who are particularly vulnerable to certain contaminants. Local, state and federal policy has had some success in helping clean up drinking water supplies, but there are new reports of emerging contaminants linked to child development. Here’s what to know about some of the most common water contaminants linked to child health, along with information about how to filter them:

• PFAS: According to Environmental Working Group scientists, the presence of Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl

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city council member who is on the task force. She spoke at a “listening session” in San Diego Saturday.

Who would get reparations?

The task force documents discuss two kinds of reparations: those arising from particular instances of discrimination or harm that require an individual to file a claim, and those that involve distributing money or benefits to all eligible Black Californians for racial harm the entire community experienced.

A recent example of an individual claim was Bruce’s Beach, a beachfront property and resort that the city of Manhattan Beach seized from a Black family nearly 100 years ago. Recently, partly because of the task force, government leaders returned the land deed to descendants of the Bruce family, who re-sold it to Los Angeles County for $20 million.

It is one of the few times a Black family was restored property taken by a local government.

Eligibility for reparations

substances (PFAS) in American drinking water is much wider spread than previously thought.

Contamination of drinking water or ground water has been detected at almost 1,400 sites in 49 states. This large class of chemicals -- which includes perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) -- is added to a range of products and packaging. They are collectively referred to as “forever chemicals” because they don’t break down easily

and can last thousands of years. They can also build up in the human body. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that the blood of nearly all Americans is contaminated with PFAS. A new medical research study recently reported PFAS is altering hormonal and metabolic pathways needed for child growth and development.

• Lead: The effects of lead contamination in water have become more well known since the crisis in Flint, Mich.

became widely reported on in 2016. However, the Environmental Protection Agency estimates that there are between 6 to 10 million lead service lines still use in the country. When pipes that contain lead corrode, lead can enter drinking water. Harmful to everyone, even minimal exposure can have a significant impact on children, and has been linked to nervous system damage, impaired hearing, learning disabilities and impaired blood cell function..

• Microplastics: Microplastics are fragments of plastic pollution, which are harmful to water ecosystems and unhealthy to consume. Microplastics are found in both tap and bottled water and in a 2022 study, were noted to be found in human blood. While the health effects of microplastics are still largely unknown, they are emerging as a common drinking water contaminant to be aware of.

Some Solutions

To learn about the contam-

inants found in your drinking water, you can access the Environmental Working Group’s Tap Water Database. No matter what you learn, it’s a good idea to filter your water.

Many home water filters only filter certain contaminants. It’s important to look for a water filter that removes chemicals including PFAS, heavy metals including lead, and that provides broader protection against emerging contaminants such as microplastics. One option is the pitcher filters and dispenser filters offered by LifeStraw, which remove not only lead, PFAS and microplastics, but also bacteria, parasites and a variety of emerging contaminants, including pharmaceuticals.

When it comes to child health, PFAS and lead contamination in drinking water is a concerning problem at the local and national level. Fortunately, household solutions exist to make water safer for individuals and families.

continues to be a controversy.

The task force in March 2022 voted to limit potential compensation to descendants of free and enslaved Black people who were in the United States in the 19th century. The group narrowly rejected a proposal to include all Black people, including recent immigrants, regardless of lineage.

Everyone in the eligible class should be compensated, the task force report says, even if they can’t prove they suffered a specific harm.

“The State of California created laws and policies discriminating against and subjugating free and enslaved African Americans and their descendants,” the report says. “In doing so, these discriminatory policies made no distinctions between these individuals; the compensatory remedy must do the same.”

The final report, much like the task force’s previous interim report, lays out the history of systemic racism and ongoing injustices in California.

COSTS OF RACIAL DAMAGE

The latest batch of documents also urges that eligible people be compensated in cash, sooner rather than later. The records instruct the Legislature to begin with “down payments” rather than waiting for full loss calculations.

The final report suggests dollar figures for certain categories of racial damage:

• For mass incarceration and the over-policing of Black communities, it estimates a loss per person of $115,260, or $2,352 for each year they lived in California from 1971 to 2020, corresponding to the national War on Drugs.

• For housing discrimination, it offers two methods of loss calculation. One method based on gaps between Black and white “housing wealth” would peg losses at $145,847 per person. The other method, based on governments’ “redlining” history, including discriminatory lending and zoning, would calculate Black residents’ losses at $148,099

per person — or $3,366 for each year they lived in California from 1933 to 1977.

• For injustices and discrimination in health, it estimates $13,619 per person for each year lived in California, or $966,921 total for someone living about 71 years — the average life expectancy of Black residents in California in 2021.

The reparations program would be overseen by a new state agency that would determine eligibility and distribute funds, the report says. The agency also would be responsible for helping individuals document and provide evidence for specific injustices.

Eligible Black residents should not expect cash payments anytime soon. The state Legislature and Newsom will decide whether any reparations are paid, and it’s unclear what they will do with the task force recommendations.

“This is the time where we really need the voice of the public,” said Khansa T. Jones-Muhammad, also known as Friday

Jones, a member of Los Angeles’ reparations advisory commission. “This is the time to get your churches together. This is the time to get your school boards together.”

Jones made the comments during the listening session in San Diego.

NON-CASH REPARATIONS

Some task force members have been dismayed at the amount of attention paid to the dollar figures under discussion. The final report provides dozens of policy recommendations aimed at preventing further discrimination and harm against Black residents.

“The biggest fight is implementation of all these recommendations, “ Montgomery Steppe said. “After the task force issues its final report, those recommendations need strong support in California’s Legislature and the government. It will take all hands on deck to ensure we push for a policy change from our state legislature.”

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Harry Belafonte

By Marian Wright Edelman, Founder and President Emerita, Children’s Defense Fund

“I’ve always looked at the world and thought, what can I do next? Where do we go from here? How can we fix it? And that’s still how I look at the world, because there is so much to be done”

WHEN Har-

ry Belafonte died on April 25, many people were quick to honor him not only as a luminous, barrier-breaking singer and actor but as an outspoken lifelong crusader for civil and human rights. I am especially grateful for his enduring legacy as a champion for children in the United States and across the world.

He was a wonderful friend and a longtime supporter of the Children’s Defense Fund’s mission and work, especially lifting up young people who have beaten the odds. He overcame long odds himself as a poor Black boy growing up in Harlem and Jamaica, and he later said he was an activist from birth—determined to do everything he could to help change the odds for others.

His starring role as a warrior for social justice was clear

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because I could hear my brothers and sisters yell out, “Dad, you’re going to kill him.” Somehow, I managed to escape. That incident almost destroyed me as it led me to think that my life was useless. There were many nights where I wondered why my dad hated me. As a result of all this turmoil, my educational learning went to the toilet. I became a high school dropout. I had no confidence in myself.

Eventually, I went back to get my G.E.D., but I had no-

early on in the Civil Rights Movement. By the early 1960s Harry Belafonte had already been a leading man in films like Carmen Jones and Island in the Sun, won a Tony, an Emmy, and Grammy Awards, and become the first artist in the U.S. to sell a million copies of a record in a year with 1956’s Calypso.

This made him one of the most recognizable Black men in the country as he (along with his dear friend and rare peer Sidney Poitier) tirelessly raised money and awareness for the Movement, traveling to the South at great personal risk, working closely with

leaders like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and encouraging other Hollywood celebrities to support the cause.

When he looked back later at one specific assignment, coordinating fellow artists to participate in the March on Washington, he said: “We had to seize this opportunity and make our voices heard. Make those who are comfortable with our oppression—make them uncomfortable—Dr. King said that was the purpose of this mission . . . To mobilize the cultural force behind the cause—Dr. King saw that as hugely strategic. We use celebrity to the advantage of every-

thing. Why not to the advantage of those who need to be liberated?”

In every cause, he engaged in throughout his life, from organizing the “We Are the World” fundraiser to speaking out against apartheid to serving for decades as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, that is how Harry Belafonte used his own celebrity.

Years later he described another seminal lesson he learned from Dr. King: “I remember the last time we were together, at my home, shortly before he was murdered. He seemed quite agitated and preoccupied, and I asked him what the problem was. ‘I’ve come upon something that disturbs me deeply,’ he said. ‘We have fought hard and long for integration, as I believe we should have, and I know that we will win. But I’ve come to believe we’re integrating into a burning house.’

That statement took me aback. It was the last thing I would have expected to hear, considering the nature of our struggle, and I asked him what he meant. ‘I’m afraid that America may be losing what moral vision she may have had,’ he answered. ‘And I’m afraid that even as we integrate, we are walking into a place that does not understand that this nation needs to be deeply concerned with the plight of the poor and disenfranchised. Until we commit ourselves to ensuring that the underclass is given justice and opportunity, we will continue to perpetuate the anger and violence that

tears at the soul of this nation.’”

Harry Belafonte added:

“Deep in my soul, I know there are more Rosa Parks, more Dr. Kings, and more Ella Bakers ready to emerge. Perhaps we are the firefighters who can save the burning house.” He believed this, and he set the example.

In 2014, Harry Belafonte was presented with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award, an honorary Oscar that solidified his rare “EGOT-winner” status and recognized his lifelong work for social justice. In his acceptance speech he remembered how it felt to be an 8-year-old in a movie theater watching a blockbuster “Tarzan of the Apes” film on the big screen, with its racist, white supremacist stereotypes:

“It was an early stimulus to the beginning of my rebellion, rebellion against injustice and human distortion, and hate. How fortunate for me that the performing arts became the catalyst that fueled my desire for social change . . . It was [Paul] Robeson who said, ‘Artists are the gatekeepers of truth. They are civilization’s radical voice.’

This Robeson environment sounded like a desired place to be, and given the opportunity to dwell there, has never disappointed me.” Harry Belafonte was a voice of radical truth his entire life, and I am deeply grateful he never stopped sharing his incomparable voice with the rest of the world.

where to go with my life with no direction. I worked for 10 years as a custodian at USC-Medical Center. Despite my inner struggles, I got myself together and went back to school. I worked my way from taking classes at Los Angeles City College and Los Angeles Southwest College to walking across the stage at Howard University with a bachelor’s of arts degree in journalism.

I did internships with the Los Angeles Times and Washington Redskins (now Com-

manders).

Even though I found myself thriving, I suffered quietly about my past. I have never shared this version of my childhood because of shame and being afraid of ridicule. To this day, I find it extremely difficult to accept compliments because I was told many times growing up that there was nothing good about me.

There are several things that has kept in my place and that is my faith in God and professional counseling. There is a

struggle every now and then for me about accepting who I am. For years, I carried the burden that everything I did and every beating I received as a child I brought on myself.

I know now that is not true. As far as my father is concerned, I love him. I forgive him. Even though there are things about my childhood that I will never share out of respect for my father and my family, it is important for me to share my story that it may help other people to heal from their own upbringing.

My lot in life is not about my father. My father, who suffered from being bi-polar, may have shaped it, but I have the choice to finish the narrative. I have empathy towards others because my father showed me very little of it. I try to extend kindness and warmth because these are the attributes my mother carried with her.

I am who I am today due to what happened in my childhood. Each day is about trying to be a better person and a better man.

The Memphis Grizzlies look to heal their wounds this offseason

By Nick Hamilton LOS ANGELES, CA

(Compton

Bulletin)

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The Memphis Grizzlies look to pick up the pieces after being annihilated in Game 6 at the hands of the Los Angeles Lakers 125-85 on Friday night.

THE Grizzlies were the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference most of the season despite the distractions and suspension of their superstar in Ja Morant. Although Memphis put up some amazing performances in a few games in the first round series nothing compared to the hunger and execution of the Lakers led by LeBron James and Anthony Davis in the close out Game 6.

Dillion Brooks, who wrote a check his behind couldn’t cash,

came up empty in the final two games of the series as James reminded him not to poke the bear. Brooks comments after Memphis’ Game 2 victory regarding James being old fired up the wrong team. As result Mem-

phis caught the ‘old man’ hands of James and company for the rest of the series.

In the Grizzlies exit interviews, some players resented the trash talking, including Morant, who decided to keep it at a bare

minimum. However, Brooks vowed to continue the trash talking regardless, and that talk could see him in a different uniform next season.

Memphis general manger and President of Basketball Operations Zach Kleiman told the media that the trash talking will be taking “a different approach next season” when it comes to his team.

Many questions have sparked about this team moving as far as do they have enough veteran presence in the locker room. Is the leadership on one accord with the team, coaches and front office? Do they have a discipline enough head coach that can lead this team into the promise land of the NBA Finals?

One thing is for certain: Morant is a bonafide superstar but his actions off the court will determine if he can truly lead this team on the court moving forward. Memphis will continue to be aggressive with trades in

order to upgrade the roster to be more competitive next season. Look for the team to explore options with various positions including some depth on the bench.

After extending Jaren Jackson Jr. a couple of seasons ago to a long term deal, and most recently Morant, be on the lookout for Desmond Bane to get a big time extension sooner than later.

The lesson for the Grizzlies next season should be to focus on getting better, remaining healthy and let your play on the court speak volumes instead using the press for your quotes. Learn a lesson from Brooks who punked out when his words did not align with his actions. Lose the distractions and this team could be a force to handle in the playoffs in the coming seasons.

*Brooks was also fined $25,000 for not speaking to the media the final two games of the series against the Lakers.

D'Angelo Russell's future with Lakers still uncertain

By Julia McIntyre

(Compton Bulletin) - Los Angeles Lakers point guard

D’Angelo Russell is constantly on the frontline of the team’s offense since he joined the purple and gold from the Minnesota Timberwolves. His future with the Lakers will be something to discuss in the offseason as he is eligible for a $67.5 million extension with the team.

The Lakers' numbers have improved dramatically since Russell’s second stint with the team. Los Angeles grabbed a spot in the playoffs after a 2-10 score at the beginning of the season once they defeated Russell’s previous team, the Timberwolves, in the play-in tournament. The Lakers had a 0.3 percent chance of moving forward in the postseason after their porous start. During the regular season, Russell averaged 17.4 points, 6.1 assists, and 2.9 rebounds. So far this postseason, he has averaged 19 points, seven assists, and four rebounds.

Russell made improvements during Game 1 of the Lakers’

first-round playoff series against the Memphis Grizzlies after an unusually inactive game against Minnesota for the playoff spot. In the play-in match with his old team, he plugged in just two points.

Although his shots were off, Russell still showed off some productivity for the team, handing out eight assists. In response to the unsatisfying numbers he had against Minnesota, Russell said he still has the ability to influence the outcome of a game.

“I try to show that I’m that type of player,” he said.

“I could’ve had 20 assists that night. Could’ve had 15 assists that night. If I’m not making shots, I can still control the game. Simple as that.”

In the postgame press conference after Russell’s underwhelming performance, Lakers head coach Darvin Ham said, “Well, you know, you’re gonna have rough nights out here and I have all the confidence in the world in D’Lo. We’re gonna need him on this run...You know, it’s a long season; some nights it’s not gonna be your night.

Ham continued, “Again, that’s why you try to fortify your roster with multiple players who are capable of once you call their number, they’re able to not just go out there and gobble up minutes but get minutes and play at a high level...make no mistake we brought D’Lo out here to come out here and be D’Lo and to make plays.”

Ham’s comment about Russell bouncing back was spot on. In Game 1 against Memphis,

he came back with 19 points, seven rebounds and four assists to help the Lakers steal the win while on the road.

Russell said, “That’s what I do. I’m a shot-maker, man. I thought we had good looks...I was trying to make passes to make the game easier for the other guys. Then eventually I saw one go in and that was kind of what I needed.”

Right now, Russell is averaging 13.8 points in the postseason

for the Lakers. His future with Los Angeles depends on how he does for the remainder of the playoffs. We have seen both versions of him; his impressive shooting and passing during an important game.

However, to pocket the potential contract he wants, Russell is going to have to continue putting up the numbers Ham and the Lakers need him to. That would also mean playing a bigger role against the Golden State Warriors in round 2 after the Lakers dispatched Memphis in the first round.

Russell's contract extension worries would receive a tremendous boost should the Lakers get past Ja Morant and the Grizzlies in the first round. However, the water for the extension he is seeking would probably get muddied should Russell flame out and the Lakers get bounced from the postseason in an early exit. Russell is eligible to sign a contract with the Lakers until June 30, according to ESPN. If the Lakers choose not to sign him, Russell becomes a free agent this summer.

Los Angeles Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell goes through warmup drills before the Los Angeles Lakers play the Phoenix Suns on April 07, 2023, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jevone Moore/Icon Sportswire)

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR PROVISION OF CITYWIDE TRAFFIC CALMING MEASURES

The City of Compton is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to provide services and equipment needed to implement traffic calming measures within City limits.

Proposals will be received in the office of the City Clerk, City of Compton, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, California, 90220 until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 11, 2023. POSTMARKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. All proposals must be clearly marked, “PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO IMPLEMENT TRAFFIC CALMING MEASURES WITHIN CITY LIMITS – DO NOT OPEN WITH REGULAR MAIL” and shall be delivered during the business hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, except holidays, to the City Clerk’s office.

Submit an original and four (4) copies and one digital copy on USB drive of your proposals. Your proposed fee is required to be submitted under separate, sealed cover. All submittals are to be submitted in a sealed envelope bearing the name, address, and telephone number of the individuals or entity submitting the proposal to the attention of: City of Compton, Public Works Engineering Department, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, CA 90220.All submitted proposals will be reviewed and analyzed by City staff and the proposal which best meets the City’s needs, will be selected for further analysis and negotiation.

The City of Compton reserves the right to reject any or all proposals submitted. No guarantee is made hereby that any contract will be awarded pursuant to this Request for Proposals, or otherwise. All costs incurred in the preparation of the proposals, in the submission of additional information, and/or in any other aspect of a proposal prior to the award of a written contract will be borne by the respondent.

Parties interested in obtaining a Request for Proposal (RFP) package can obtain a copy by downloading the RFP at www.comptoncity.org or contact the:

Public Works Engineering Department City of Compton 205 South Willowbrook Avenue Compton, CA 90220 (310) 605-5505

SUBMITTAL DEADLINE

To be considered, proposals must be submitted no later than Thursday, May 11, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. to the City Clerk’s Office, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, California, 90220. Postmarks will not be accepted. The City may extend the deadline at its option.

Note: During this period of restricted contact, any attempt by a proposing firm, its representative or agent to contact, lobby, or make a representation to a member of the City Council, or any other official, employee, or agent of the City will be grounds for disqualification.

Vernell McDaniel

City Clerk

Publish: 04/12/2023

04/19/2023

04/26/2023

05/03/2023

SchId:89400 AdId:29982 CustId:70

Request for Proposal (RFP)

CITYWIDE STREET SWEEPING SERVICES

The proposal received from prospective vendors shall include once a week sweeping of all Cityowned paved streets, street medians, culdesacs,

street center lines and traffic signal islands, striped medians, intersections, crossgutters, alleys, and public parking lots. Services shall include furnishing of all labor, equipment, tools, fuel, materials, insurance, supervision, waste recycling/disposal and all other item incidentals to performing municipal street sweeping services.

Responses to this Request for Proposals must be received at the address below no later than May 4, 2023 at 5:00

P.M.

CITYWIDE STREET SWEEPING SERVICES

Vernell McDaniel, City Clerk City of Compton 205 South Willowbrook Avenue

Compton, California 90220

The full Request for Proposal can be obtained on the City of Compton website at www.comptoncity.org (search RFP) or by calling Public Works Street Maintenance Department at 310-6055691.

Publish Dates: 04/12/2023 04/19/2023 04/26/2023 05/03/2023

SchId:89561 AdId:30036 CustId:70

Request for Proposal (RFP)

CITYWIDE ILLEGAL DUMPING CLEANUP, REMOVAL, AND HAUL AWAY SERVICES

The City of Compton Public Works Department is soliciting Request for Proposals (RFPs) from qualified cleanup and removal service contractors to perform cleanup, removal and haul away services citywide.

Responses to this Request for Proposals must be received at the address below no later than May 4, 2023 at 5:00 P.M.

CITYWIDE ILLEGAL DUMPING CLEANUP, REMOVAL, AND HAUL AWAY SERVICES

Vernell McDaniel, City Clerk City of Compton 205 South Willowbrook Avenue

Compton, California 90220

The full Request for Proposal can be obtained on the City of Compton website at www.comptoncity.org (search RFP) or by calling Public Works Street

Maintenance Department at 310-6055691.

Publish Dates: April 12, 2023

April 19, 2023

April 26, 2023

May 03, 2023

SchId:89586 AdId:30044 CustId:70

City of Compton

Request for Proposal (RFP)

CITYWIDE TREE MAINTENANCE SERVICES

The City is seeking qualified firms to provide annual maintenance of trees as part of the City of Compton’s urban forestry program. Firms will provide the cost for tree trimming, removal, planting, cleanup/disposal, root pruning/ root barrier, tree inventory by species, recommended schedule tree care, and emergency oncall services citywide

Responses to this Request for Proposals must be received at the address below no later than May 4, 2023 at 5:00

205 South Willowbrook Avenue Compton, California 90220

The full RFP can be accessed by going to the City of Compton website www. comptoncity.org (search: RFP) or by contacting the City of Compton Public Works Street Maintenance Department at 310-605.5691

Publish Dates: 04/12/2023

04/19/2023

04/26/2023

05/03/2023

SchId:89590 AdId:30045 CustId:70

T.S. No.: 22-28002 A.P.N.: 6183-024-

020 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/23/2009.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE.

letter is intended to exercise the note holder's rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

Tai Alailima, Director

SchId:89593 AdId:30046 CustId:670

Request for Proposal (RFP)

CITYWIDE STREET SWEEPING SERVICES

Vernell McDaniel, City Clerk City of Compton

IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor: TAMIKA D POWELL BRANCH, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: Carrington Foreclosure Services, LLC Recorded 2/9/2009 as Instrument No. 20090174379 in book , page Loan Modification recorded on 9/02/2022 as Instrument No. 20220873990 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, Described as follows: AS FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST Date of Sale: 5/11/2023 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain, located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $372,707.07 (Estimated) Street Address or other common designation of real property: 209 SOUTH ESSEY AVENUE COMPTON, CA 90221 A.P.N.: 6183-024-020 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this

If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 758-8052 or visit this Internet Web site www.Xome.com, using the file number assigned to this case 22-28002. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. For sales conducted after January 1, 2021: NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (800) 758-8052, or visit this internet website www.Xome.com, using the file number assigned to this case 22-28002 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

Date: 04/06/2023 Carrington

Foreclosure Services, LLC 1600 South Douglass Road, Suite 140 Anaheim, CA 92806 Automated Sale Information: (800) 758-8052 or www.Xome.com for NONSALE information: 888-313-1969

The proposal received from prospective vendors shall include once a week sweeping of all Cityowned paved streets, street medians, culdesacs, street center lines and traffic signal islands, striped medians, intersections, crossgutters, alleys, and public parking lots. Services shall include furnishing of all labor, equipment, tools, fuel, materials, insurance, supervision, waste recycling/disposal and all other item incidentals to performing municipal street sweeping services.

Responses to this Request for Proposals must be received at the address below no later than May 4, 2023 at 5:00 P.M.

CITYWIDE STREET SWEEPING SERVICES

Vernell McDaniel, City Clerk City of Compton 205 South Willowbrook Avenue

Compton, California 90220

The full Request for Proposal can be obtained on the City of Compton website at www.comptoncity.org (search RFP) or by calling Public Works Street Maintenance Department at 310-6055691.

Publish Dates: 04/12/2023

04/19/2023

04/26/2023

05/03/2023

SchId:89597 AdId:30047 CustId:70

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. CA-22-946490-AB Order No.: 220583052-CAVOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/12/2019. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): LEONARDO CAMPOS, A SINGLE MAN, NORMA GASTELUM, A SINGLE WOMAN, LUIS MIGUEL BRAMBILA AND ALICIA MENDOZA GASTELUM, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AND MARIANO S. MARTINEZ AND ERENDIRA MARTINEZ AND, HUSBAND AND WIFE, ALL AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 12/13/2019 as Instrument No. 20191396935 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, California; Date of Sale: 5/18/2023 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Doubletree Hotel Los AngelesNorwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650, in the Vineyard Ballroom

Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $610,433.37 The purported property address is: 16108 HASKINS

LN, COMPTON, CA 90746-1020 Assessor's Parcel No.: 6140-003-080

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS:

If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER:

The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan. com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA22-946490-AB. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an "eligible tenant buyer," you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an "eligible bidder," you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 800280-2832, or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-22-946490-AB to find the date on which the trustee's sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee's sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee's sale. If you think you may qualify as an "eligible tenant buyer" or "eligible bidder," you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNEROCCUPANT: Any prospective owneroccupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee's sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee's sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee's sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property ad-

dress or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser's sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary's Agent, or the Beneficiary's Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right's against the real property only. Date: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619-6457711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION . TS No.: CA-22-946490-AB IDSPub #0185203

SchId:89630 AdId:30060 CustId:608

T.S. No. 104649-CA APN: 6141-025019 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 3/3/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 6/13/2023 at 10:30 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 3/9/2005 as Instrument No. 05 0537329 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: BILLY BIGELOW AND JUNE MARIE BIGELOW, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE

ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be:

1417 SOUTH GRANDEE AVENUE, COMPTON, CA 90220

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $402,896.91 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of

monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BID-

DERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.

COM, using the file number assigned to this case 104649-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: Effective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 104649CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 725 San Diego, California 92108

SchId:89633 AdId:30061 CustId:670

Case No. 22STPB12335

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of EVELYN DENISE SMITH

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Richard Brice in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Richard Brice be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on May 19, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 67 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner:

LARRY D LEWELLYN ESQ SBN 141687

LAW OFFICES OF LARRY D LEWELLYN 2305 TORRANCE BLVD TORRANCE CA 90501

CN995913 SMITH Apr 19,26, May 3, 2023

SchId:89654 AdId:30069 CustId:65

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF RENITA SMITH

Case No. 23STPB03835

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of RENITA SMITH

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Richard Brice in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Richard Brice be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on May 19, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 67 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: LARRY D LEWELLYN ESQ SBN 141687 LAW OFFICES OF LARRY D LEWELLYN 2305 TORRANCE BLVD TORRANCE CA 90501 CN995914 SMITH Apr 19,26, May 3, 2023

SchId:89658 AdId:30071 CustId:65

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF OBIE LEE PRICE

Case No. 23STPB03991

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of OBIE LEE PRICE

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Janine K. Price in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Janine K. Price be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to inter-

ested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on May 18, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 5 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: RODNEY GOULD ESQ

SBN 219234

LAW OFFICE OF RODNEY GOULD 14827 VENTURA BLVD

STE 210

SHERMAN OAKS CA 91403

CN996020 PRICE Apr 19,26, May 3, 2023

SchId:89662 AdId:30073 CustId:65

NOTICE OF DEFAULT "AND FORECLOSURE SALE" TS No.: CA-23952093-NJ Order No.: FIN-23000357

WHEREAS, on 7/24/2006, a certain Deed of Trust was executed by Henry E. Seagraves and Pauline Seagraves husband and wife, as joint tenants, as trustor(s), in favor of Financial Freedom Senior Funding Corporation, a subsidiary of Indymac Bank, F.S.B., as beneficiary, and was recorded on 7/28/2006, Instrument No. 06 1679047 in the Office of the County Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, CA; and WHEREAS, the Deed of Trust was insured by the United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (the Secretary) pursuant to the National Housing Act for the purpose of providing single family housing; and WHEREAS, the Deed of Trust is now owned by the Secretary, pursuant to an Assignment recorded on 11/3/2016 as Instrument Number 20161367834 in Book xx, Page xx of LOS ANGELES County, CA; and WHEREAS, a default has been made in the covenants and conditions of the Deed of Trust in that: BORROWER(S) HAVE DIED AND THE PROPERTY IS NOT THE PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE OF AT LEAST ONE SURVIVING BORROWER AND, AS A RESULT, ALL SUMS DUE UNDER THE NOTE HAVE BECOME DUE AND PAYABLE. WHEREAS, by virtue of this default, the Secretary has declared the entire amount of the indebtedness secured by the Mortgage to be immediately due and payable and sufficient payment has not been made as of the date of this notice; and WHEREAS, the total amount due as of 4/5/2023 is $465,403.03.

NOW THEREFORE, pursuant to the powers vested in by the Single Family Mortgage Foreclosure Act of 1994, 12 U.S.C. 3751 et seq., by 24 CFR Part 27 subpart B, and by the Secretary's designation of as Foreclosure Commissioner as indicated on the attached Foreclosure Commissioner Designation, notice is hereby given that on 5/23/2023 at 10:00 AM local time, all real and personal property at or used in connection with the following described premises will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder: Commonly known as: 1031 E 150TH STREET, COMPTON, CA 90220 Located in: City of COMPTON , County of LOS ANGELES, CA More particularly described as: Lot 18 of Tract No. 9897, as per map recorded in Book 149 Pages 85 and 86 of Maps, in the Office of the County Recorder of said County. The sale will be held Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza, located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona CA 91766 The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development will bid $471,637.31 There will be no proration of taxes, rents or other income or liabilities, except that the purchaser will pay, at or before closing, his pro rata share of any real estate taxes that have been paid by the Secretary to the date of the foreclosure sale. When making their bids, all bidders except the Secretary must submit a deposit totaling approximately $47,163.73 in the form of certified check or cashier's check made out to the Secretary of HUD. A deposit need not accompany an oral bid. If the successful bid is oral, a deposit of $47,163.73 must be presented before the bidding is closed. The deposit is nonrefundable. The remainder of the purchase price must be delivered within 30 days of the sale or at such other time as the Secretary may determine for good cause shown, time being of the essence. This amount, like the bid deposits, must be delivered in the form of a certified or cashier's check. If the Secretary is the highest bidder, he need not pay the bid amount in cash. The successful bidder will pay all conveyancing fees, all real estate and other taxes that are due on or after the delivery date of the remainder of the payment and and all other costs associated with the transfer of title. At the conclusion of the sale, the deposits of the unsuccessful bidders will be returned to them. The Secretary may grant the winning bidder an extension of time within which to deliver the remainder of the payment. All extensions will be for 15-day increments for a fee of $500.00, paid in advance. The extension fee shall be paid in the form of a certified or cashier's check made payable to the Secretary of HUD. If the high bidder closes the sale prior to the expiration of any extension period, the unused portion of the extension fee shall be applied toward the amount due. If the high bidder is unable to close the sale within the required period, or within any extensions of time granted by the Secretary, the high bidder may be required to forfeit the cash deposit or, at the election of the foreclosure commissioner after consultation with the HUD representative, will be liable to HUD for any costs incurred as a result of such failure. The Commissioner may, at the discretion of the HUD representative, offer the property to the second highest bidder for an amount equal to the highest price offered by that bidder. There is no right of redemption, or right of possession based upon a right of redemption, in the trustor(s) or others subsequent to a foreclosure completed pursuant to the Act. Therefore, the Foreclosure Commissioner will issue a Deed to the purchaser(s) upon receipt of the entire purchase price in accordance with the terms of the sale as provided herein. HUD does not guarantee that the property will be vacant. The scheduled foreclosure sale shall be cancelled or adjourned if it is established, by documented written application of the mortgagor to the Foreclosure Commissioner not less than 3 days before the date of sale, or otherwise, that the default or defaults upon which the foreclosure is based did not exist at the time of service of this notice of default

and foreclosure sale, or all amounts due under the mortgage agreement are tendered to the Foreclosure Commissioner, in the form of a certified or cashier's check payable to the Secretary of HUD, before public auction of the property is completed. To obtain a presale reinstatement all defaults must be cured prior to the scheduled sale, plus all other amounts that would be due under the mortgage agreement if payments under the mortgage had not been accelerated, advertising costs and postage expenses incurred in giving notice, mileage by the most reasonable road distance for posting notices and for the Foreclosure Commissioner's attendance at the sale, reasonable and customary costs incurred for title and lien record searches, the necessary outofpocket costs incurred by the Foreclosure Commissioner for recording documents, a commission for the Foreclosure Commissioner, and all other costs incurred in connection with the foreclosure prior to reinstatement. To obtain information regarding reinstating the loan by paying the sums that are delinquent you should contact the Foreclosure Commissioner, QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION, at the address or phone number listed below. Tender of payment by certified or cashier's check or application for cancellation of the foreclosure sale shall be submitted to the address of the Foreclosure Commissioner provided below. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Dated: Foreclosure Commissioner Nicole Jordan, Assistant Vice President on behalf of QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 2763 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108 (866) 6457711 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 2763 Camino Del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108 (866) 6457711 For Sale Information: Sales Line: 916-939-0772 Website: www.nationwideposting.com TS No.: CA-23952093-NJ A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. State of: California) County of: San Diego) On 4/6/2023 before me, Carlos Cruz a notary public, personally appeared Nicole Jordan, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/ are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/ they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Signature Carlos Cruz Commission No. 2299138 NOTARY PUBLIC - California San Diego County My Comm. Expires 7/28/2023 IDSPub #0185277 4/26/2023 5/3/2023 5/10/2023

SchId:89668 AdId:30075 CustId:608

Title Order No.:8781410 Trustee Sale No.:86143 Loan No.: 399379506 APN: 6162-003-008 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/28/2022. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 5/17/2023 at 10:30 AM, CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALISTS, AS TRUSTEE as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 2/1/2022 as Instrument No. 20220126537 in book ////, page //// of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, executed by: JOVETTE M. HIGH, SUCCESSOR

TRUSTEE OF THE JOSEPH W. HIGH TRUST DATED MARCH 26, 2011 , as Trustor MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR ATHAS CAPITAL GROUP, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION , as Beneficiary WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state).

should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NO-

TICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 844-477-7869, or visit this internet Web site www.stoxposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case T.S.# 86143. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.” For sales conducted after January 1, 2021: NOTICE

TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (844) 477-7869, or visit this internet website www.STOXPOSTING.com, using the file number assigned to this case 86143 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid; by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code; so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

SchId:89693 AdId:30084 CustId:670

DATE:

At: Behind the fountain located in Civic Center Plaza located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766, NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE – continued all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: THE WEST HALF MEASURED ON THE NORTH AND SOUTH LINES OF LOT 131 OF TRACT NO. 1473, IN THE CITY OF COMPTON, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 20, PAGES 154 AND 155, OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 614 WEST TICHENOR STREET COMPTON, CA 90220. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of trusts created by said Deed of Trust, towit: $ 585,695.47 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election of Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation.

4/19/2023 CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALISTS, AS TRUSTEE, as Trustee 8190 EAST KAISER BLVD., ANAHEIM HILLS, CA 92808 PHONE: 714-2832180 FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION LOG ON TO: www.stoxposting. com CALL: 844-477-7869 PATRICIO S. INCE’, VICE PRESIDENT CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALIST IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. “NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid on a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of the outstanding lien that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you

T.S. No. 101061-CA APN: 7301-022031 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 4/9/2018. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 6/1/2023 at 9:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 4/16/2018 as Instrument No. 20180364403 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: DEBORAH JERRICKS, A SINGLE PERSON WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; VINEYARD BALLROOM, DOUBLETREE HOTEL LOS ANGELES - NORWALK, 13111 SYCAMORE DRIVE, NORWALK, CA 90650 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it

under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2516 E ADANA ST, COMPTON, CA 90221 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $325,294.13 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER:

The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.AUCTION. COM, using the file number assigned to this case 101061-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: Effective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855)

313-3319, or visit this internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 101061CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (800) 280-2832 CLEAR RECON CORP 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 725 San Diego, California 92108 SchId:89705 AdId:30089 CustId:670

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ROSEMARY PULA

Case No. 23STPB04096

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ROSEMARY PULA

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Christian Pula in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Christian Pula be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on May 19, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 4 located at 111 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90012.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner:

DIANE WALDER GROOMES ESQ

SBN 152374

DIANE WALDER GROOMES ESQ

8055 W MANCHESTER BLVD

STE 310

PLAYA DEL REY CA 90293

CN996061 PULA Apr 26, May 3,10, 2023

SchId:89725 AdId:30095 CustId:65

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S.

No.: 2022-05547 A.P.N.: 6143-007032 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/19/2016. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE.

IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2424h(b), (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: DAVELLE WILLIAMSMYLES, A SINGLE MAN Duly Appointed Trustee: ENTRA DEFAULT SOLUTIONS, LLC 1355 Willow Way, Suite 115, Concord, California 94520 Phone: (925)272-4993

Deed of Trust Recorded 5/25/2016 as Instrument No. 20160599763 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, to be sold: Date of Sale: 5/24/2023 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale:

By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766

Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $271,280.30, Street Address or other common designation of real property: 400 N ALBERTSON AVENUE COMPTON, CA 90220 A.P.N.: 6143007-032 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. We are attempting to collect a debt and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NO-

TICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g

of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800683-2468 option 1 or visit this Internet Web site www.servicelinkASAP.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2022-05547. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an "eligible tenant buyer," you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an "eligible bidder," you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 800-683-2468 option 1, or visit this internet website www.servicelinkASAP. com, using the file number assigned to this case 2022-05547 to find the date on which the trustee's sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee's sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee's sale. If you think you may qualify as an "eligible tenant buyer" or "eligible bidder," you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Date: 4/25/2023 ENTRA DEFAULT SOLUTIONS, LLC Marisa Vidrine, Foreclosure Specialist A-4782403 05/02/2023, 05/09/2023, 05/16/2023

SchId:89736 AdId:30099 CustId:64

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: EMMA JEAN TYLER CASE NO. 23STPB04368

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of EMMA JEAN TYLER.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by REGINA TYLER POWELL in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that REGINA TYLER POWELL be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act.

(This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 05/26/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 5 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the

hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

MEGHAN MCNULTY, ESQ. - SBN 296652, LAW OFFICES OF MEGHAN MCNULTY

220 NEWPORT CENTER DRIVE, #11278 NEWPORT BEACH CA 92660 BSC 223279 5/3, 5/10, 5/17/23

CNS-3695399#

THE COMPTON BULLETIN

SchId:89741 AdId:30101 CustId:61

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE

(Division 6 of the Commercial Code) Escrow No. NBL-10750-23

(1) Notice is hereby given to creditors of the within named Seller(s) that a bulk sale is about to be made on personal property hereinafter described

(2) The name and business addresses of the seller are: CHIX INC., 1214 CAROB WAY, MONTEBELLO, CA 90640

(3) The location in California of the chief executive office of the Seller is: SAME AS ABOVE

(4) The names and business address of the Buyer(s) are: VR VENKATARAMAN, 6619 EAST SEASIDE WALK, LONG BEACH, CA 90803

(5) The location and general description of the assets to be sold are: FURNITURE, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT, LEASEHOLD INTEREST, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS, GOODWILL, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, AND THE TRADE NAME of that certain business located at: 2211A PALO VERDE AVENUE, LONG BEACH, CA 90815

(6) The business name used by the seller(s) at said location is: CHIX NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN

(7) The anticipated date of the bulk sale is MAY 22, 2023 at the office of: PORTFOLIO ESCROW, 12 CORPORATE PLAZA DR., #12O NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660, Escrow No. NBL-10750-23, Escrow Officer: LISA EVANS

(8) Claims may be filed with Same as “7” above

(9) The last date for filing claims is: MAY 19, 2023.

(10) This Bulk Sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2.

(11) As listed by the Seller, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer are: NONE.

Dated: APRIL 20, 2023

TRANSFEREES: VR VENKATARAMAN ORD-1636229 LONG BEACH CALIFORNIAN 5/3/23

Dymally Jazz Fest draws thousands

GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING SINGER, SONGWRITER LALAH HATHAWAY HEADLINES

CARSON, CAThousands of Jazz fans of all ages poured into Carson’s Dignity Health Sports Park when the doors opened Sat., Apr. 29 at 1 p.m. for the 4th Annual Dymally International Jazz & Arts Festival.

THIS year’s daylong festival featured Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer Lalah Hathaway, Marcus Miller, The Family Stone, Down to the Bone, Jazz in Pink, and The Next Generation Jazz Ensemble Orchestra directed by Fernando Pullum.

The main stage was co-hosted by journalist and

owner of the Black Star Network Roland Martin, and actor and comedian Bill Bellamy.

On the Just Jazz stage hosted by LeRoy Downs, there were performances by Dr. Teodross Avery, the Joshua White Quartet, PHER, Logan Richardson, and the Jamael Dean and Sharada Shashidhar Quartet.

Noted guests included Syd from The Internet, Michael Hyatt (“Snowfall”), and Former NBA Champion with the Lakers Norm Nixon. The festival was produced by Rainbow Productions.

Since 2019, the Dymally International Jazz Arts and Arts Festival has used artistic culture to promote and inspire thought in honor of the late Mervyn Dymally, an internationalist who traveled to over 60 countries throughout his

political career-promoting the exchange of cultures throughout the world.

The Festival seeks to honor his legacy in bringing the best of jazz and jazz-influenced

music, arts, and culture to Cal State University, Dominguez Hills, and surrounding communities.

The proceeds of the annual event benefit university

programs such as the CSUDH Presidential Scholars and non-profit programs, The Dymally Fellows Program, and the African American Leadership Training Summit.

Jazz in Pink performs at the 4th annual Dymally International Jazz & Arts Festival on Sat. Apr. 29 in Carson, Calif., at Dignity Health Sports Park.

Journalist and political commentator Jasmyne Cannick with the co-hosts of the 4th annual Dymally International Jazz & Arts Festival comedian Bill Bellamy and Black Star Network owner Roland Martin.

Grammy award-winning singer and songwriter Lalah Hathway headlines the 4th annual Dymally International Jazz & Arts Festival on Sat. Apr. 29 in Carson, Calif. at Dignity Health Sports Park.

Bassist Marcus Miller performs at the 4th annual Dymally International Jazz & Arts Festival on Sat. Apr. 29 in Carson, Calif. at Dignity Health Sports Park.

Dr. Anthony Samad, Executive Director of the Mervyn Dymally African American Political and Economic Institute and Cal State Univerisity, Dominguez Hills President Dr. Thomas A. Parham at the 4th annual Dymally International Jazz & Arts Festival on Sat. Apr. 29 in Carson, Calif., at Dignity Health Sports Park.

The Family Stone performs at the 4th annual Dymally International Jazz & Arts Festival on Sat. Apr. 29 in Carson, Calif. at Dignity Health Sports Park.

Photos by Malcom Ali