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Social media influencer and former congressional candidate Katherine “Kat” Abughazaleh, center, addresses the media Thursday following the dismissal of charges.

(Capitol News Illinois photo by Hannah Meisel)

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‘Broadview 6’ trial canceled as prosecutors acknowledge misconduct before grand jury

Stunning decision comes days before rare federal misdemeanor trial was set to begin

By Hannah Meisel Capitol News Illinois

hmeisel@capitolnewsillinois.com

CHICAGO — In a dramatic final twist to the highest-profile criminal case resulting from “Operation Midway Blitz,” the U.S. Department of Justice on Thursday dropped all charges against the remaining “Broadview Six” protesters, citing apparent prosecutorial misconduct in the grand jury proceedings that led to last fall’s indictments.

The case had been scheduled to go to a rare federal misdemeanor trial next week after having been winnowed down from six to four defendants in March before prosecutors suddenly announced their decision to drop the marquee felony conspiracy charge late last month.

But in a stunning turn of events Thursday, a federal judge canceled the trial after a closed-door hearing in which she rebuked prosecutors for both their dealings with the grand jury and for having previously obscured parts of the grand jury transcript that would have revealed their apparent misconduct earlier.

U.S. District Judge April Perry told assistant U.S. attorneys on the case that she was “incredibly shocked” by the redactions in an earlier version of the grand jury transcript compared with the full unredacted version she read earlier this week.

“I have read hundreds — if not thousands — of grand jury transcripts involving prosecutors who are the most junior of prosecutors to several U.S. Attorneys who appeared before the grand jury,” Perry said, according to a record of the sealed hearing made public Thursday evening. “I have never seen the types of prosecutorial behavior before a grand jury that I saw in those transcripts.”

In a public hearing convened Thursday afternoon, U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros, the Trump administration’s highest-ranking official in Chicago, took the extraordinary step of showing up in person to Perry’s courtroom in order to take responsibility for his office’s actions and ask that the remaining charges be dropped.

Boutros told the judge that it was “ironic” that he’d learned about how “understandably upset” she was after having just returned to his office from

celebrating the swearing-in of more than a dozen new assistant U.S. attorneys.

“It is my very sincere belief, your honor, that no prosecutor acted intentionally in misleading you,” Boutros said.

Perry had told the lawyers in the earlier closed-door hearing that there was likely potential for sanctions on assistant U.S. attorneys “for prosecutorial misconduct and for potential ethical violations, including lack of candor to the court.”

‘Prosecutorial vouching’

In that sealed hearing, Perry summarized several issues she said jumped out at her “immediately and glaringly” upon reading the full grand jury transcript. The first of those concerns, according to the judge, was improper “prosecutorial vouching,” in which an assistant U.S. attorney put “her personal credibility and trustworthiness on the line in support of the charges,” Perry said.

The same prosecutor also apparently excused grand jurors “who disagreed with the government’s case” when presented with it during the first of three sessions, asking them “to not partake in the second hearing,” the judge said.

Perry said she understood from the transcripts that there had been “improper prosecutorial communications of a substantive nature with the grand jurors outside of the grand jury room.”

According to the record of Thursday’s closed-door hearing, Assistant U.S. Attorney Matthew Skiba reluctantly pointed the finger at his former colleague Sheri Mecklenberg, who left the U.S. Attorney’s Office in February to serve as counsel to the Senate Judiciary Committee, for which Illinois’ senior U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin serves as the ranking Democrat.

Skiba told Perry that he’d only just started as a prosecutor in July and the grand jury proceedings in the Broadview Six case was only his second time before the grand jury, according to the transcript.

“I am not trying to deflect blame, but I was with a 20-years-plus senior veteran,” Skiba said, reflecting on the “prosecutorial vouching” Perry picked out while reading the grand jury transcripts. “I remember thinking at the time that I would never make that statement as a matter of personal style. What I did not know then, and what only became apparent as we were discussing dismissing these charges, is that’s beyond personal style, and that is, at a

minimum, arguably misconduct.”

In the open hearing later, Boutros claimed he was “completely unaware” of the alleged vouching and communications with grand jurors until late last month, when he made the call to drop the felony conspiracy charge. The grand jury only considers felony charges, so the remaining misdemeanor charges against the protester defendants were untainted by the grand jury proceedings.

“I will tell your honor that as upset as you are, and have been — I, too, had not seen conduct like that, and it upset me — which is why we did dismiss that indictment,” Boutros said.

The U.S. attorney said he was aware of the dismissal of grand jurors “in real time.”

“And as soon as I became aware of it, I called off that grand jury session,” he said. Ultimately, it took three grand jury sessions to get an indictment. The first session resulted in a “no bill,” meaning grand jurors moved not to press charges. And the second, according to the record of Thursday’s closed-door hearing, ended abruptly in the middle of testimony from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent at the center of the incident.

The case stems from a Sept. 26, 2025, demonstration outside an ICE processing facility in the Chicago suburb of Broadview, which at the time was the epicenter of protests against the Trump administration’s mass deportation campaign dubbed “Operation Midway Blitz.”

Social media video of the protest posted by Katherine “Kat” Abughazaleh, an influencer-turned-congressional candidate, captured the moment she and dozens of others surrounded an ICE vehicle that drove through the crowd, banging on its windows. Others charged include Abughazaleh’s deputy campaign manager, Andre Martin, Oak Park village trustee Brian Straw and Chicago 45th Ward Democratic Committeeman Michael Rabbitt.

The vehicle’s windshield wipers were damaged and someone scratched “PIG” into its side, though the government has acknowledged it isn’t alleging any of the defendants perpetrated those specific acts of vandalism.

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Within minutes of announcing the decision to drop the charges on Thursday, Boutros switched from his apologetic tone to telling Perry that he’d been prepared to bring the case to trial, defending the charges.

The U.S. attorney referenced the judge’s decision Monday to reject a request from both the government and defense to have the jury take a field trip to the Broadview facility to see. In explaining her ruling, Perry said she didn’t want to risk the jury being tainted by any sort of crowd of protesters. But Boutros misinterpreted that as the judge not wanting to “subject the jurors to a mob scene and the chaos that ensued.”

“And that’s what this case is about,” he said, characterizing the surrounding of the vehicle as “unacceptable in a civilized society.”

“And it is for the grace of God that that agent moved at two miles per hour,” Boutros said. “That the agent didn’t panic and step on the accelerator ... or pull out his gun and shoot somebody.”

Perry balked at that, clarifying that she didn’t make the ruling against a jury field trip “so they wouldn’t be exposed to a ‘mob’ like these defendants.” The word “mob” was the subject of some debate during an earlier hearing on Monday before the judge ruled to allow its use during trial.

“Secondly, you are significantly undercutting your mea culpa here by standing behind the charges and continuing to vilify

these particular defendants,” Perry said.

Vindictive prosecution?

In the closed-door hearing Thursday, Perry told defense attorneys that she would entertain briefings “and perhaps a hearing on the issue of vindictive prosecution,” based on what she’d learned from the grand jury transcripts. Defense lawyers had already tried to proceed on a similar theory earlier this year, but their claims were focused on whether the Department of Justice had communications about the case with White House officials. When prosecutors in March assured the judge there weren’t, she dismissed the motion.

“We all took the government attorneys’ word on a great many things,” Perry said. “I, at the time, was operating on a presumption of regular grand jury proceedings, which these were very clearly not. So based upon what I’ve seen in the grand jury transcripts, the calculus has changed and it has changed considerably.”

Perry told prosecutors that the trust she normally extended to them “has been broken” by their previous redactions of the grand jury transcripts

Perry was also upset at what she’d discovered had been redacted from the transcripts.

“And frankly, it is that that I find the most problematic,” she said “Mistakes happen. They happen to all of us. But as I tell my children, you own it. You admit to it. You apologize for it, and you move on.

What you do not do is hide it.”

Assistant U.S. Attorney William Hogan told the judge he’d “take responsibility for” the redactions.

Chris Parente, an attorney for Straw and a former assistant U.S. attorney, told reporters after Thursday’s hearing that he had “never even heard of something as bad as … what took place in this grand jury session.”

“We’re talking about continued misconduct by the U.S. attorney’s office, which continued the prosecution that cost these individuals significant attorney’s fees, significant stress … for what?” he said. “I’m sick to my stomach as a former prosecutor. I’m sick to my stomach as a U.S. citizen who has to live in this country with this Department of Justice that is acting this recklessly.”

Nancy DePodesta, an attorney for Rabbitt, said she and the other defense lawyers began requesting the unreacted grand jury transcripts in December, and suggested the prosecutors “intentionally redacted portions” of the grand jury transcripts to keep the case alive.

“It is shocking. It is absolutely shocking,” said DePodesta, who is also a former assistant U.S. attorney.

When Boutros announced the remaining charges would be dropped, defendants walked from the bench in the courtroom gallery to stand with their attorneys. Abughazaleh clapped a hand over her mouth and embraced Martin. After the

hearing, Straw and his wife embraced in the courtroom, crying. Rabbitt and his wife, a nurse who left work in time to take part in the post-hearing news conference, were similarly emotional.

In a Chicago Tribune story this week, Straw said his children had suffered from nightmares since his indictment. But on Thursday afternoon, he told reporters that in the words of his 6-year-old daughter, he was “incredibly proud of being an ‘upstander,’ not a bystander.”

“I wanted to show my kids — and yours — that our country and our future is worth fighting for,” he said. “I will never get the past seven months of my life back. The government tried to break my spirit.”

Abughazaleh, who came in second in a crowded primary race for Illinois’ 9th congressional district in March, pointed back to the purpose of the protest she and the others took part in against the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement campaign, and said the indictment was one of intimidation to others.

“The point of cases like this is the financial and psychological torture,” she said. “This is what this government is trying to do.”

Capitol News Illinois is a nonprofit, nonpartisan news service that distributes state government coverage to hundreds of news outlets statewide. It is funded primarily by the Illinois Press Foundation and the Robert R. McCormick Foundation.

Lawmakers frustrated over delay in distribution of after-school funds

$18 million was not released until April, and programs were given limited time to spend it

By Peter Hancock Capitol News Illinois

phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com

SPRINGFIELD — As state lawmakers work to pass a school funding plan for the upcoming fiscal year, some are expressing frustration over how this year’s budget has been implemented.

Specifically, they’re frustrated that the Illinois State Board of Education took until early April — nine months into the fiscal year — to distribute an estimated $18 million to organizations that operate after-school programs throughout the state, and then told those organizations they had only until the end of August to spend the money or else return it to the state.

State Sen. Graciela Guzmán, D-Chicago, who serves on a committee that oversees education spending, said the delay in getting money out the door has had a real impact in her district and many others.

“I think for our Senate Progressive Caucus and our Senate Latino Caucus, this is something that we have lifted up, in part because after-school money is something that our caucuses all across the board have been fighting for for many years,” Guzmán, said in an interview. “Any delay to funding is not just a delay to the programs that the children need, but also to providers and to community organizations that depend on this in their budgeting.”

The budget lawmakers passed last year included $35 million for ISBE to distribute for after-school programs, with $17 million of that earmarked for programs operated directly by schools and $18 million reserved for programs operated by outside organizations.

Susan Stanton, executive director of the group ACT Now Illinois, a coalition of after-school program providers, said the programs serve an important role in many underserved communities.

In addition to organized recreational activities, she said many of the programs offer tutoring and academic support, workforce development and even STEM clubs.

“But one of the most crucial pieces of that is that many of the schools and the families that these programs serve were depending on this funding to provide crucial childcare during the hours after school in order to keep kids safe when parents can’t be there to pick them up,” Stanton said. “And so when you have delays like this, it definitely makes it

almost impossible for schools and families and programs themselves to properly plan for their needs.”

ISBE response

ISBE said its delay in awarding funds this year was due to two factors: The last-minute increase in the amount of money lawmakers approved for the year, and an unexpectedly large number of appeals the agency received in response to its tentative award decisions.

In an email, an ISBE spokesperson said the agency requested only $25 million for after-school programs and was prepared to issue a “Notice of Funding Opportunity,” or NOFO — an invitation for organizations to apply for grants — as soon as the budget was approved.

When lawmakers approved $35 million, the spokesperson said, the agency had to seek guidance from lawmakers about how they wanted the additional money to be spent. That pushed the release of the Notice of Funding Opportunity to August, which then pushed the deadline to submit applications into October.

“Grant competitions are lengthy processes and take 4-5 months from the release of the NOFO even under ideal circumstances,” the spokesperson said. “This is because the statutorily mandated competitive grant process incorporates multiple stages of review and appeal to ensure awards are administered fairly, transparently, and in accordance with the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) and other applicable state and federal law.”

Although ISBE had given grant recipients additional time to spend their funds in previous years when funds were distributed late, the spokesperson said that was not done this year because the agency “identified significant compliance issues with this practice.”

“Currently, grants cannot be extended into FY 27 without a change in appropriation or law; the Board is actively working with Budgeteers (lawmakers who lead appropriations committees) to make the changes necessary to extend the grants into FY 27.”

A system in ‘turmoil’

Guzmán, however, said this year’s delay in distributing after-school program funds was not an isolated incident, but rather one in a series of funding disruptions that have put the after-school programs in a state of “turmoil.”

In 2024, she noted, lawmakers appropriated $50 million for after-school programming, none of which was ever distributed, which meant it all had to be

returned to the general revenue fund.

ISBE said at that time it could not distribute the funds because lawmakers failed to provide clear instructions about how the money was to be allocated, something lawmakers themselves did not dispute.

“I think ultimately where we’ve landed is, have you seen the Spider Man meme, where one side points at the other side?”

Guzmán said. “I think you kind of heard that a little bit throughout the appropriations hearing. That’s still happening, both on the side of legislators and on the side of ISBE. And you know, I think where I stand is, as adults, we have to get it right for the children.”

She also noted that many of the programs in Illinois have seen disruptions in federal funding when the Trump administration last summer blocked the release of $1 billion in 21st Century Community Learning Center funds, which also helps pay for after-school programs.

ACT Now is part of a federal lawsuit in Chicago that seeks to release that funding. The case is still pending before a federal judge.

But Stanton said even within the state’s own funding mechanisms, there is a lack of coordination between multiple agencies that have a role in funding after-school programs, which include the Department of Early Childhood and Department of Human Services as well as ISBE.

“I can’t speak for exactly what causes and causing the delays out of ISBE,” she said. “What I know is, regardless of where you get your funding from, these are largely all the same organizations that it affects. And when you have a really disjointed system, it’s really the programs, the kids and the families who pay the price with these delays.”

In a separate interview, Sen. Elgie Sims, D-Chicago, who chairs the Senate Appropriations Committee, said he did not think anyone in particular was to blame for the delays.

“We want to make sure that the funds are spent the way that they were intended, that they’re going to the communities where they’re going to do the most good,” he said. “So, yeah, I don’t classify it as anybody dropping the ball.”

Capitol News Illinois is a nonprofit, nonpartisan news service that distributes state government coverage to hundreds of news outlets statewide. It is funded primarily by the Illinois Press Foundation and the Robert R. McCormick Foundation.

‘Junk fee’ ban heads to Pritzker as Senate OKs bill allowing minors to consent to birth control

Paid jury duty, rooftop solar for schools, breasted CPR manikin measures also pass

By Nikoel Hytrek, Jerry Nowicki & Peter Hancock Capitol News Illinois News@captiolnewsillinois.com

The Illinois Senate advanced 40 bills on Wednesday, including a ban on “junk fees” and a bill allowing minors to consent to receiving birth control services without the need for a parent or other person’s consent.

Senate Bill 3341 passed 37-19 on party lines and now moves to the House for further consideration.

There are 24 states, plus the District of Columbia, that allow minors to consent to receiving contraceptives on their own, according to the KFF.

Bill sponsor Sen. Graciela Guzmán said it’s about ensuring young people can get contraceptives if they need them.

“This is about access, this isn’t about curtailing parental involvement,” she said. “It is certainly our hope that parents are able to be in the lives of young people in ways that facilitate access and these conversations, but as was noted in the previous testimony of someone here in the chamber, that’s not the case for every single child.”

During floor debate, Republicans objected to the bill and accused Guzmán of trying to cut parents out of important decisions concerning their children and raised the possibility that sex trafficking or abuse victims would go undetected.

Guzmán said she had specific experience from mentoring young people and from being a survivor of assault herself.

“When that happened to me, I would have wanted every single opportunity to have the help that I needed,” she said. “And in the instance that there was someone that was suffering trafficking and needed birth control or needed that kind of interaction with a provider, I wouldn’t want to limit that.”

Sen. Jil Tracy, R-Quincy, questioned whether minors are able to understand drug interactions and the potential side effects of contraceptives.

“It’s just disheartening that we continually think that government knows better than a parent knows about their children,” she said. “I recognize not all children have ideal home situations, but that’s not to say that most do, and so this bill addresses those that don’t, but it also affects those that do.”

Junk fees ban

Three years after the bill was initially

introduced, the Senate passed a measure to ban “junk fees,” which are charges added to the total cost of ticketed events, hotels, tech and other goods and services.

House Bill 228 would make it unlawful for any business to advertise, display or offer a price for a good or service that does not include all mandatory fees or surcharges before taxes.

Gov. JB Pritzker says he’ll sign it.

“Illinois consumers have been nickeland-dimed out of thousands of dollars per year by unnecessary and deceptive junk fees,” he said in a statement. “I am proud that the Illinois General Assembly has passed the Junk Fee Ban Act to put money back in the pockets of families and establish fair, honest pricing — from concert tickets to online shopping.”

Sen. Omar Aquino, D-Chicago, sponsored the bill in the Senate and said it was an important consumer protection measure.

It passed 46-12 with both Democratic and Republican support after passing the House in April 77-18. It still faces opposition from various retail and business groups, but Aquino said he incorporated some of their concerns.

“We did make changes to this bill a significant number of times to balance out the making sure that we have practices in this state that are fair, that are transparent, so that people — when they’re making this really important decision of how to spend their money — that it is done in a way where it is informed, they know what they’re paying for and there’s not any surprise charges coming after,” Aquino said.

Violations of the law would be subject to civil penalties laid out in the existing Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act.

Breasted CPR manikins

Beginning in the 2029-2030 school year, secondary schools that teach CPR classes will have to provide both “breasted and non-breasted manikins” if Gov. JB Pritzker signs a bill that will soon head to his desk.

House Bill 4788, sponsored by Democratic Sen. Laura Ellman of Naperville, passed the Senate 43-13. It cleared the House 73-38 in April. The idea for the legislation began with a Naperville High School student, senior Ashlynn Goldstein.

Sen. Neil Anderson, R-Andalusia, cited his experience as a firefighter, EMT and 20-year holder of CPR certification in voting against the bill.

“I can tell you that whether someone

has breast tissue or no breast tissue has no real-world application,” he said. “The process of CPR, despite the amount of breast tissue you have, does not matter.”

Supporters said its about stigma. Women are 27% less likely to receive bystander CPR than men because of hesitancy to follow protocol, fueled by fears of inappropriate touching, exposing the chest or drawing accusations of sexual assault, according to the Journal of the American Heart Association.

“If this can help bridge that gap, then I think we should move forward,” Ellman said.

The schools could comply with the law by putting chest covers on existing manikins.

Paid jury duty

Another bill that will soon head to the governor requires employers of more than 25 people to pay their employees for time spent on jury duty.

Sen. Rob Martwick, D-Chicago, said employers would be on the hook for the entire duty, even if the trial last months — though he added the “vast majority” of jury duty service lasts one day.

“This is an attempt to address the financial disincentive that exists for potential jurors to serve,” Martwick said, adding it was an initiative of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association.

House Bill 4844 passed 35-20, with Republicans arguing that its unduly burdensome on employers.

“It should not be on the burden of employers to fund our justice system. It’s certainly not fair, and many are not

equipped to do this,” Tracy said.

The measure previously passed the House 69-34 in April.

Solar-powered schools

Public schools may soon find it easier to incorporate rooftop solar generators into their buildings’ electrical systems under legislation that passed the Senate Wednesday.

Senate Bill 3273, sponsored by Sen. Bill Cunningham, D-Chicago, would streamline the process for public schools to install rooftop solar systems and get them connected with their local power grids. It would require electric utilities to give priority to interconnection requests from public schools and to complete evaluations, reviews and screenings of their proposed projects within 30 days after determining their request is complete. It would also require utilities to disclose upgrade costs and construction timelines to schools as soon as possible after completing interconnection reviews.

“We know the kind of dynamics our school districts have to deal with when it comes to making a budget and sticking to a budget during the course of the year,” Cunningham said on the Senate floor. “It was hard for them to do that given the length of time it took for them to get an interconnection. This is set to make that an easier process, a more streamlined process because obviously school districts don’t have some of the resources that private renewable developers do.”

The bill passed the Senate by a vote of 56-0. It now awaits consideration in the House.

Kyle Busch

Kyle Busch was more than a villain and the greatest NASCAR driver of his generation

By Mark Long Associated Press

Kyle Busch grew to expect — even appreciate — the boos.

The driver nicknamed Wild Thing, Outlaw, Rowdy and KFB over his 26-year NASCAR career was more comfortable than anyone might imagine with a checkered flag in one hand and fans jeering all around. He leaned into the villain role as the wins mounted — and boy did they — and even started encouraging his haters, trying to get the howling to a fever pitch before delivering his signature bow.

It was Busch at his best.

And it’s the way he should be remembered.

The two-time Cup Series champion, who won more races than anyone across NASCAR’s three national series, died Thursday at age 41. Tributes poured in, with many echoing the sentiment that racing had lost one of its fiercest competitors.

Busch was that — and so much more.

He was arguably the greatest driver of his generation, displaying unrivaled success. He notched a combined 234 wins — 63 in the top-tier Cup Series and another 171 in NASCAR’s two feeder series, O’Reilly (102) and Trucks (69).

He was a devoted husband, a side that became public when he and wife Samantha chronicled their struggle to become parents and later founded the Bundle of Joy Fund, which is dedicated to advancing access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) care and providing support so others don’t have to navigate infertility alone. The fund has raised more than $2 million and has celebrated the birth of 111 babies.

He was a loving father, who tirelessly tried to teach his 11-year-old son, Brexton, everything he could about racing and even sold his successful Truck Series team to help raise money to support his son’s budding career.

He was even one of NASCAR’s most popular — some would say polarizing — drivers thanks to his longtime M&M’s sponsorship. Kids flocked to Busch and his colorful No. 18 Toyota at Joe Gibbs Racing.

Older fans might not have been as supportive, and it was evident every time Busch took the checkered flag and responded to booing with a mocking bow.

“This is a devastating loss and one that is hard for the NASCAR community to process. Kyle was a fierce competitor who demanded the very best from himself each time he put on the helmet,” fourtime Cup Series champion Jeff Gordon said. “As teammates, I saw firsthand the

passion and intensity he brought to the sport every single day.

“He was a champion and a prolific racer who made a tremendous impact on NASCAR and was a lifelong advocate for all forms of motor sports. But beyond the track, he loved his family deeply and was incredibly proud of Samantha, Brexton and Lennix.”

Busch had become sort of a sympathetic figure in recent years, a series champion in the worst slump of his career and a surefire Hall of Famer who never got to celebrate a Daytona 500 victory. Both skids bothered him, no doubt, the first more than the second.

Busch’s last Cup Series victory came at World Wide Technology Raceway in Illinois in 2023. Busch won three of the first 15 races that season, his first with Richard Childress Racing. RCR had built the Next Gen prototype, so the team had an early advantage with the new car.

But once everyone else caught up, Busch and RCR lagged behind. He was winless in his final 105 starts and changed crew chiefs twice this season while searching for a winning combination. The most trying part: Feeling like he was letting Brexton down week after week.

“It’s no secret, right? And seeing my son and his passion that he has; he really is probably my biggest cheerleader,” Busch said at Daytona International Speedway in February. “And he wants to see me run well. He wants to see me win races. He wants to celebrate in victory lane like he sees other drivers’ kids being able to do.

“So there’s nothing more that drives me every single weekend than seeing him see me and be proud of me.”

Busch died after being hospitalized with a severe illness. It came three days before he was to compete in the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Busch was testing in the Chevrolet racing simulator in Concord, North Carolina, on Wednesday when he became unresponsive and was transported to a hospital in Charlotte, several people familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because details have not been disclosed by Busch’s team or family.

Busch’s death came 11 days after he radioed his crew near the end of a Cup Series race at Watkins Glen and asked a doctor to give him a “shot” when he finished the race. Busch had been struggling with a sinus cold exacerbated by the intense G-forces and elevation changes at the New York road course, broadcasters said.

Busch finished that race eighth. He

competed at Dover last weekend and — maybe fittingly — won his last Trucks Series start for Spire. He then finished 17th in the NASCAR All-Star race, his final event.

Busch stormed into the Cup Series in 2005 and won Rookie of the Year honors. He was at Hendrick Motorsports at the time, a job he was fired from to make room for Dale Earnhardt Jr.

His career, though, was as much defined by post-race fights, feuds with other drivers and outlandish behavior as all the trips to victory lane.

Nonetheless, Busch won championships in 2015 and 2019 for Joe Gibbs Racing. His first title came after he missed

part of the season while recovering from two broken legs. He was let go from JGR in 2022 after losing his M&M’s sponsor and with the team looking to make room for Ty Gibbs, the grandson of team owner Joe Gibbs.

Busch landed at RCR, where he ranked a disappointing 24th in Cup Series points after 12 races. But an indelible image was his final victory. And he celebrated that Truck Series win with two bows amid a scattering of boos.

“You take whatever you can get, man,” Busch said. “You never know when the last one is going to be, so cherish them all — trust me.”

Long-time Don Henley collaborator and Dirty Knobs guitarist Christopher Holt slips effortlessly into vacant guitar spot with legendary Eagles band

By Todd Houston Contributor

Todd Houston: First off, what was it like growing up in Dallas in the 1970s and ‘80s? I always imagine it being a little bit like the movie Dazed and Confused. Sports, partying, music and Camaros.

Christopher Holt: Well, I don’t know how much partying I was doing, cause I was just a kid during the ‘70s and most of the ‘80s (laughs) Maybe a bit in the late ‘80s! But yeah, that’s vaguely how I remember it. I was way into the Cowboys, obviously, but strangely, I was even more into the Cincinnati Bengals as a kid. I remember when they went to the Super Bowl and lost to the 49ers in ’82, right after Dwight Clark knocked the Cowboys out with “The Catch.” I was obsessed with playing football until I was a teenager, when suddenly everyone else grew a foot taller and I didn’t. When I could no longer get any playtime on the field, I shifted all my energy to playing guitar. So much of my childhood was based around biking around my neighborhood and watching MTV. Those were the days.

TH: You had mentioned that your father, MTV and older brother were partly responsible for getting you into music and ultimately the guitar at age 12. Do you remember much about your first guitar?

CH: The very first one ever was some no-name brand that I saw on the rack at a local store called Frets & Strings - I loved that place. I became obsessed with guitars from watching MTV, and when I learned that F&S existed, I used to ride my bike up there and annoy the shit out of the guys that worked there. Cause I never bought anything. I was just this obnoxious kid who would come up there and stare at guitars. I had a few friends who owned guitars, so I would occasionally get to mess around with one, but I began incessantly begging my parents to buy me one, probably around the age of 10 or 11. The one they finally bought me (for my 12th birthday in 1985) was a piece of junk, really. But it was black, with a cool tortoiseshell pickguard, that’s about all I remember. I messed around with it for a few months, took a few lessons, and then quit, because I hated it. I convinced my parents that it was the guitar’s fault, so they bought me a nicer one, probably a year later. Eventually I started teaching myself a bit and when I finally could tune the damn thing, and play a barre chord properly, they bought me a Kramer Baretta. And then when I started my first band, around 15, my Dad bought me a nice Les Paul. My Dad’s whole thing was, “If you can play ‘Johnny B. Goode’ convincingly for

me, then I’ll buy you the guitar you want.” I worked hard to get that (and many other songs) up to snuff, so he finally took me to the guitar show out in Arlington, and I picked out my dream guitar (at the time) - a 1988 cherry sunburst Les Paul standard. I played that, and virtually nothing else, for the next decade, until sadly, it was stolen in Austin. And I’ve spent the rest of my life trying to replace it with a hundred others. A friend of mine from the old neighborhood actually bought my Kramer from my mom, after I’d gone off to college, and a few years ago he reached out and gave it back to me. So I’ve still got that old black Kramer hanging out in my studio at home. I have no idea whatever happened to my very first guitar though…it’s a shame, that would be cool to locate. And I never found the stolen Les Paul. I was so young and dumb, I didn’t write the serial number down. It’s probably still out there somewhere. I’ve had lots of gear stolen over the years and it’s always a heartbreaker.

TH: Who were some of the guitar players that you were trying to emulate early on?

CH: The first guys that really caught my ear (and eye) on MTV were guys like Alex Lifeson, Angus Young, Steve Clark and Phil Collen from Def Leppard, Randy Rhoads - I was completely obsessed with the sound he got on Blizzard Of Ozz. I was like “what is that??” And then Van Halen, of course.

Those were the early ones, for sure. But once I got a guitar and started learning, I began really listening to players like Jimmy Page, David Gilmour, Mike Campbell, Pete Townshend, Joe Perry, Joe Walsh - those were all big-time teenage influences for me.

The ‘70s rock gods who were all still present and thriving in the ‘80s. I listened to a lot of that ‘80s hair metal early on as a kid, cause it was just everywhere, but I never really aspired to be one of those players. Eventually, in my later teens, I learned how to play pretty fast, but I never really wanted to be a shredder or a metal guy. I was way more into melodic, tasteful rock players. I loved how guys like Gilmour and Campbell could sound so huge with only a few notes, as opposed to the dime-a-dozen shredders that were out there. Technical prowess was always impressive, but everybody was doing it. And there’s always someone better than you. These days, there are 8-year-old kids who can outplay me technically, so I just try to play like me, whatever my natural thing is. I think I can say that I sound like myself now - it’s that eventual hybrid of so many different influences that come together to create your own idiosyncrasy. In my teenage years, I practiced diligently

to build chops. By my 20s, I was more interested in riffs and grooves, hummable solos, that kinda thing. Later I got really interested in songwriting and composition, which I guess was a natural path to take, given the preferences I had. But even as I got older, I used to play in bands where I would play fast and kind of over-the-top. I guess it just depended on the situation. I don’t really ever play like that anymore though. I’m not even sure I can.

TH: You’ve made records with the bands Walter Mitty, OLOSPO, The Slack, Bastards of Soul and with longtime Tom Petty guitarist Mike Campbell just to name a few. Later, your efforts would be geared toward writing and fronting your own band, releasing four Christopher Holt albums and finding a home with Dallas’ Idol Records. Which do you prefer, the “do-all” sideman gig or fronting your own band?

CH: I guess I like to straddle the line between the two. For years, I just wanted to be in charge of fronting my own band, basically calling all the shots musically and doing what I wanted. But as time went on, and I got a little older, I started realizing that I was making more money getting hired as a sideman - playing guitar or keyboards or bass or whatever anyone needed. The more versatile I was, the more calls I would get. So by the time I was in my late 30s, I had a harder time justifying the artistic side of it, because I needed to make a living and I didn’t want to get a real job! Eventually, I got burned out being a bandleader and just wanted to escape into an easier way of doing things. When you’re the leader and the frontman, the main songwriter or whatever, you have to be the “bad guy,” you have to be the one dealing with all the bullshit, 24-7. But I found that when I was just a hired gun, it was so much easier - I just showed up and did my job and got paid well. I found that it was a much less stressful - and more financially fulfilling - way to play the game. That was really appealing for a long time. In my 40s, landing big name gigs with Don Henley and Mike Campbell, and then eventually the Eagles, was the culmination of all those years of hard work. I made it to the top of the mountain as a sideman, and all I can do now is keep working, and hope that there will be more of these great gigs to come. But eventually the artistic bug starts to nibble at me until I have to scratch the itch. So the solo albums always come back around - it’s just inevitable that I will get back to doing my own thing from time to time. Being in a band where everyone is an equal partner - like The Bastards Of Soul -

has its own challenges, because there’s a lot of compromise involved. Everyone has an opinion and everyone’s working toward a common collaborative goal. It’s rewarding musically, but it’s also trickier, especially with a bunch of different songwriters. Everyone’s trying to get their own songs on the record. When I do a solo project, I get to do whatever I want, and play everything myself. There’s a lot of freedom in that, and I love having those opportunities to just do whatever I please. So, again, it’s all about balance.

TH: In early 2025 you accepted the offer to join the Eagles as touring lead guitarist replacing Steuart Smith. What was going through your mind during your first rehearsals with the actual band?

CH: Well, it was very surreal, to say the least. I grew up on the Eagles music and I was learning those songs in my bedroom as a teenager in the ‘80s. To suddenly be with them onstage, playing those iconic solos and singing the harmonies, it was just nuts. It was a lot to process. But the best thing for me to do was not to think too much about it. You don’t wanna get in your own head. So I just had to remind myself that I know these songs instinctively, everyone does. I knew that I could play the parts the way they need to be played. You don’t wanna do your own thing in a band like the Eagles. You play the solos and the parts just like the record, because that’s the job. And I love the challenge of doing that and trying my damndest to get it right every time. It’s an actively difficult thing to do. When Don called me to ask me to join in 2024, he and I had already been working together for over a decade, in his solo band. So he knew my personality and my work ethic, he knew that I’d be a good fit, and that I was up to the job. So I went in there confidently knowing that I could do it. I just had to deliver, and fortunately, I’ve done that thus far.

TH: What was the most challenging song or songs to perform from the Eagles back catalog?

CH: They all have challenges, just in that they’re very precise, and I’m having to play a lot of lead guitar parts, while singing. I joke around that I’m doing all the parts that nobody else wants to get stuck with - some of the busier bits. Vince could very easily play any of this stuff, and so could Deacon, I think. But Vince is doing a lot of heavy lifting vocally - he’s singing lots of the Glenn Frey vocals and some of the Randy Meisner stuff too. He’s a monster player, but he doesn’t do as much guitar because he’s singing so many leads. He

plays a couple solos, and so does Deacon. And Joe gets plenty of spotlights, where he gets to improvise and be the guitar god that he is. So there’s a balance there with all the guitar stuff, but I’m doing a lot of the lead parts - playing solos and fills throughout songs like “Lyin’ Eyes,” “New Kid In Town,” “Tequila Sunrise,” and “Boys Of Summer,” and then trading off leads with Joe on songs like “Life In The Fast Lane,” “Life’s Been Good,” and of course, “Hotel California.” I’d say that “Hotel” is probably the scariest one to do each night, because it’s just so iconic and crucial - you don’t ever wanna miss a note. And I’m playing a big bulky double-neck guitar, where I have to toggle back and forth between necks and pickups, while switching between sounds with my feet - it’s just a lot going on. I’m always relieved when that one goes well! I really love doing the solo in “One Of These Nights” - that’s such a great one. And Vince and I do a bluegrass duel in “Seven Bridges Road” - that’s a blast, and no easy feat to spar with him. One of the more surprisingly tricky ones is “Peaceful Easy Feeling” - I do all the B-bender Telecaster licks throughout that one, and the solo in the middle. There are a lot of smooth, rolling country licks there, and just executing them efficiently with the B-bender can be a real challenge. But I love that. I’m happiest when I’m tackling the tricky ones, and getting them right. I really love my job.

TH: With you, Vince Gill and Joe Walsh all slinging guitars onstage who is taking the lion’s share of the solos? It must be surreal trading licks with Joe Walsh on the iconic Hotel California solo. Thoughts?

CH: I’m probably doing the lion’s share of the specific lead lines - the crucial solos and parts that are on the records. But whenever there are improvisational opportunities, Joe and Vince get to shine. Joe has spotlights throughout the show where he takes long, drawn out solos, in songs like “Witchy Woman,” “In The City,” “Rocky Mountain Way,” and “Life In The Fast Lane.” Vince and Joe do a really nice, long back-andforth thing in “Funk 49.” And Vince I do the bluegrass duel that I mentioned in “Seven Bridges.” Deacon gets a few as well. He plays his father’s beautiful solos in “I Can’t Tell You Why” - and he crushes that. And he uses Glenn’s guitar too. That’s a really great moment for the fans. He and I also do a duet solo thing in “Already Gone,” which is super fun. Everybody gets their chance to shine and do what they do. And I get a ton of spotlights. Playing the solos on “Hotel California” with Joe every night is basically every guitar player’s dream, so I feel incredibly lucky and grateful for that alone. Getting to do all the rest of them is just icing on an already delicious cake.

TH: Tell us about playing The new 2.3-billion-dollar Sphere in Las Vegas. I understand it has 160,000 speakers and a 16K resolution screen. Is all that really enough? (laughs)

CH: The Sphere is unlike anything I’ve ever seen before. I’ve played stadiums, arenas, theaters and clubs, and the Sphere is truly unique. It’s a total assault on all

the senses. There’s so much going on visually, but the sound system is also just mind-blowing. It’s crystal clear and you can hear everything perfectly, even from the nosebleed seats. It’s just impeccable. And we don’t have amps onstage. We’re still using our tube amps - we’re old school guitar players - but they’re all in iso cabs in another room behind the stage. The sound is so well controlled. We’ve kept that stage setup going for our recent stadium tourthe sound is so much cleaner and balanced onstage. I think more and more acts are starting to do that. I don’t think we’ll ever get rid of the amps and go to the profilers or anything - like I said, Vince and Joe and I are still married to our old school ways. But the Sphere has introduced us to a new way of getting the best possible sound out of our gear, and the best mix for the audience.

TH: I was told that you’re a collector of vintage instruments, mainly guitars. What are some of your favorite pieces, the ones that you pick up when you’re on the couch watching TV?

CH: Oh, I don’t play the vintage game too much, because that can get very, very expensive. It’s stupid how much the really old guitars can cost these days. But I’ve got a lot of guitars. I’m not even sure how many I’ve got. They’re not all that old, though some of them are. I’ve always been a fan of Les Pauls and Telecasters. I’ve got a quite a few of those. But I love all kinds of guitars, and I’ve gotta have various ones for different sounds and songs - Strats, Jazzmasters, 335s, etc. I’ve got a slew of Gibson, Fender, Gretsch, Duesenberg, Rickenbacker, Martin, Takamine, and other custom guitars. The one that I play on the couch in my house is an old Martin HD-28 that I found in a pawn shop in Tucson. I love that beat up old thing. In addition to guitars, I’ve got a ton of other instruments - various pianos and synthesizers, a Hammond organ and a great Gretsch drum kit. I have a humble home studio in my back house and that’s my little music sanctuary. So many toys to play around with. That’s where I made my most recent solo album, Across The Milky Way.

TH: Favorite Saturday night album?

CH: Oh geez…I don’t even know where to begin. Every Saturday night could be a different one. This week maybe it would be The Heart Of Saturday Night. But next week it could be Saturday Night Fever. I can never turn off “Night Fever” - that groove is so sick. And I know you didn’t mean just albums with “Saturday Night” in the title - but those two albums have long been favorites of mine. The real problem here - that is definitely worth acknowledging - is that in this current day and age, I rarely sit and listen to an entire album on a Saturday night. Everything is on shuffle most of the time. I have to force myself to actively sit down and focus on listening to an entire album. I’ve got a turntable in my studio, and I try, at least a few times each week, to pick a record and just sit with it. To listen straight through, flip it over, read the liner notes - all that. That’s such a beautiful part of our music culture that has gotten lost in the modern age. But

even I have a tough time sticking to that plan every week. I get distracted easily, and streaming is just so convenient. I love it and hate it simultaneously.

TH: Favorite place in Dallas to go out for dinner and relax when you’re home?

CH: Oh, I love nothing more than a good Tex-Mex meal. And there are a ton of those places in Dallas. I could name a dozen that I frequent. El Vecino over by White Rock Lake, that’s my current go-to. I don’t get over there nearly enough.

TH: What do you sing in the shower?

CH: Nothing consistently…just whatever pops into my head. I’m not really much of a shower singer. But occasionally something will come out - usually on a gig day if I’m trying to wake up my voice, or if I’m trying to learn a melody or something.

TH: The last time you shook hands with Ringo Starr?

CH: Ringo doesn’t shake hands…but the last time I fist-bumped him was last June (2025), when the Dirty Knobs played an outdoor show in Omaha with Ringo’s All-Star Band. We all hung out backstage chatting. I’m friends with Gregg Bissonette, Ringo’s other drummer, and he pulled me into a conversation with Ringo about the Dallas Cowboys. We’re both long suffering fans. Ringo told me a story about how he almost bought a house in Dallas back in the ‘70s, but then the deal fell through and he blew it off. He’s delightful to talk to. Of course, I’ve seen him a couple times at the Sphere also, because his brother-in-law (Joe) is an Eagle.

TH: Favorite movie of all time?

CH: Raiders Of The Lost Ark. I saw it in the theater several times when I was eight years old, and I’ve watched it hundreds of times since. I watch it multiple times every year. I know every shot and every line, and every triumphant John Williams music cue. It never fails. It’s a Hollywood masterpiece made by two brilliant auteurs, and led by a national treasure, who is probably my favorite screen presence of all time. I could name a hundred other films, but that one’s long been at the top of the heap.

TH: Don Henley =

CH: A master of his craft. A true artist. And a good friend. I’m forever grateful that our paths crossed and I’ve been gifted the opportunity to contribute to his incredible legacy.

TH: Steely Dan or Jellyfish?

CH: Both. I could never choose between the two - and why should I have to? They’re so radically different, but similarly ambitious. I fell in love with both bands back in the early ‘90s, when I was in high school and then in college. They’ve been all-time favorites ever since. Two very brilliant and unique bands.

TH: What’s next for Christopher Holt and how can we buy and listen to CH music?

CH: Well, I’ve got more Eagles dates - we’ll be back at the Sphere in the Fall. Who knows how long that will go. Don said recently that he thinks this will be our last year, but he’s said that before. I’d be thrilled if it last a little bit longer. I don’t want it to end, but I know that all things must pass. I’ll be back out on the road with Mike and the Knobs in July. We’ve got a new album coming out in June, and we’ll probably stay busy for the rest of the year, as well. That’s tricky for me, having to coordinate my schedule between those two acts. A lot of jumping through hoops there. At some point, I’m gonna try to finish up my next solo album. I started work on it a year or so ago, but the Eagles have taken up so much of my life, I’ve just kinda put it on hold. Hopefully I’ll get that done by the end of the year, and have some new music out there in 2027. In the meantime, you can check out and buy anything from my catalog from my Bandcamp page, the Idol Records website, or any of the streaming services out there. And check out my website too - christopherholtmusic.com. Some close friends of mine put it together a few years ago and did a really great job with it. It’s a comprehensive overview of my whole career, and well maintained. I don’t know where it all goes from here, but hopefully I’ll be able to keep making music for a long time.

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NOTICE is hereby given that the Rockford Park District intends to contract for the following items and services; specifications are on file with Demandstar.com.

The Rockford Park District invites qualified contractors to bid on electrical wiring and connections, site work, fencing, audio installation, track surfacing, concrete, and site work for Clarence Hicks Sports Complex located at 2004 Ogilby Rd., Rockford, IL 61102.

Bids will be opened online via Zoom. Link to the Zoom opening is provided on the cover page of the bid document. The Rockford Park District reserves the unrestricted right to reject any or all bids received, to waive or not to waive any informality, or to accept the bid considered to be in the best interest of the Park District.

Contractor shall not pay less than the prevailing rates of wages to all laborers, workmen, and mechanics performing work under this contract, and shall comply with the requirements of the IL Wages of Employees on Public Works Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12).

Bid No. 26-2378 Rebid Clarence Hicks Sports Complex Improvements – Phase 3

Pre-Bid Conference: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., Rockford Park District, Webbs Norman Center Board Room, 401 S. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101

Bid Opening: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. via Zoom

BY: Owen Carter, Secretary 27298R TRRT 5/27 n n n

INVITE TO BID

PROPOSAL NO.: 9402 –Northwest Fire Protection District

Station #2 addition

DATE: May 20, 2026

Summary: Cord Construction is soliciting an Invite to Bid (ITB) for a +/- 2,000 masonry addition at Northwest Fire Protection District Station #2 – 6420 Old River Rd.

Interested applicants must submit all documentation that is outlined within this request.

This bid package is for all outstanding trades.

Proposal Opening: Tuesday June 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM at 3222 N. Central Avenue

All interested parties should contact:

Jake Dykstra

Cord Construction 1322 East State Street Rockford, Illinois 61104 815/965-6630 dykstra@cordconstruction.com

Project Team

Jake Dykstra

Estimator / PM

Chance Maurin

Ass’t Estimator / PM

Brian Blakemore

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE is hereby given that the Rockford Park District intends to contract for the following items and services; specifications are on file with Demandstar.com.

The Rockford Park District invites qualified contractors to

submit a bid for excavation and paving services for new playground located at Bloom School Park, 2901 Pelham Road Rockford, IL. Work will include excavation of playground site, new concrete curbing, storm water drainage for playground, new asphalt paths throughout park, and site restoration.

Bids will be opened online via Zoom. Link to the Zoom opening is provided on the cover page of the bid document. The Rockford Park District reserves the unrestricted right to reject any or all bids received, to waive or not to waive any informality, or to accept the bid considered to be in the best interest of the Park District.

Contractor shall not pay less than the prevailing rates of wages to all laborers, workmen, and mechanics performing work under this contract, and shall comply with the requirements of the IL Wages of Employees on Public Works Act (820 ILCS 130/1-12).

Bid No. 26-2380 Bloom Park Excavation and Paving Pre-Bid Conference: Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., Rockford Park District, Director’s Conference Room, 401 S. Main St., Rockford, IL 61101

Bid Opening: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., via Zoom BY: Owen Carter, Secretary 27301R TRRT 5/27

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ARTHUR B. STURMS, Deceased. Case No. 2026-PR-106 CLAIMS NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of ARTHUR B. STURMS. Letters of Office were issued on May 5, 2026, to Adrianna Sturms, who is the Independent Administrator of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is Abigail P. Sissel, Reno & Zahm LLP, 2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400, Rockford, Illinois 61107.

Claims may be filed on or before November 20, 2026, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of notice to any known creditor required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act of 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, with the Independent Administrator, or both. Copies of any claim filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office, Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the Independent Administrator and to the attorney for the estate within ten (10) days after it has been filed. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless, under Section 28-4 of the Probate Act of 1975 (755 ILCS 5/28-4), any

interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the Clerk of the Court.

Dated this 11th day of May 2026. RENO & ZAHM LLP

By: /s/ Abigail P. Sissel

Attorney for Adrianna Sturms, Independent Administrator

Abigail P. Sissel (#6353896)

RENO & ZAHM LLP

2902 McFarland Road, Suite 400 Rockford, IL 61107 (815) 987-4050 aps@renozahm.com 27282R TRRT 6/3

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STATE OF ILLINOIS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: WILLIAM WASHBURN, Deceased. No. 2025 PR 111 CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of WILLIAM WASHBURN. Letters of Office were issued on May 4, 2026, to Fely Washburn of 846 Prairie Gardens Kewaskum, WI 53040, as Independent Executor for the Estate. The attorney of record for the Estate is Andrea L. McKenna, 1111 South Alpine Road, Suite 704, Rockford, IL 61108. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under paragraph 28-4 of the Probate Act (755 ILCS 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk.

Claims may be filed on or before November 20, 2026, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of notice to any known creditor required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act of 1975 as amended (755 ILCS 5/18-3), whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the Executor, or both. Copies of any claim filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office - Probate Division must be mailed or delivered to the Executor and to its attorney within ten days after it has been filed. Dated: May 12, 2026 Fely Washburn Independent Executor Andrea L. McKenna, (6309658) 1111 South Alpine Road Suite 704 Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 968-7200 27283R TRRT 6/3 n n n

STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO BRINLEY SCHULLER and DANIEL SCHULLER, Petitioner, TO ADOPT MAVERICK DOUGLAS PRATER, Minor. CASE NO. 2026 AD 33

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TO: Paul Boguszewski THE REQUISITE AFFIDAVIT FOR PUBLICATION having been filed, and the Court having given Petitioners leave to serve the following named Response by publication; NOW TAKE NOTICE that you, PAUL BOGUSZEWSKI, are a Respondent in the above-entitled suit. Suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois by said Petitioner against you praying that a Judgment Order for Adoption be entered.

A Summons was previously issued against you and it was returned not served by the process server. You are hereby served with this Notice of Publication.

NOW THEREFORE, unless you, PAUL BOGUSZEWSKI, the said above named Respondent, file your answer to the Petition in said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois in the Courthouse in the City of Rockford, Illinois on or before July 10, 2026, a default may be entered against you at any time after that date and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Petition.

Keri A. Johnson - #6315747

BARRICK, SWITZER, LONG, BALSLEY & VAN EVERA 6833 Stalter Drive Rockford, IL 61108 (815)962-6611

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n n n TAX DEED NO. 2026TX107 FILED 4-28-2026

Gregg Sundeen 12326 Water Oak Dr. Estero, FL 33928

Occupant 7906 Forest Hills Rd. Loves Park, IL 61111 Rockford, IL UNKNOWN OWNERS OR PARTIES INTERESTED, GENERALLY TAKE NOTICE

County of Winnebago

Date Premises Sold: November 7, 2023 Certificate No. 202200318 Sold of General Taxes of (year) 2022 Sold for Special Assessment of (municipality) N/A and Special Assessment Number N/A

Warrant No. N/A Inst. No. N/A THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD FOR DELINQUENT TAXES

Property located at 7906 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park, IL Legal Description or Permanent Index No.: LOT SIX OF WHITING’S INDUSTRIAL SUBDIVISION, THE PART OF WHICH IS RECORDED IN BOOK 32 OF PLATS ON PAGE 299 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN WINNEBAGO COUNTY, STATE OF ILLINOIS. Tax Code No. 08-32-278-046

This Notice is to advise you that the above property has been sold for delinquent taxes and that the period of redemption from the sale will expire on October 16, 2026. The amount to redeem is subject to increase at 6 month intervals from the date of sale and may be further increased if the purchaser at the tax sale or his assignee pays any subsequently accruing taxes or

The following list of vehicles abandoned and/or unclaimed in the County of Winnebago will be sold at public auction on 06/10/2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the Greater Rockford Auto Auction, 5937 Sandy Hollow Road, Rockford, IL. The owners can claim said vehicle at the Greater Rockford Auto Auction by paying the towing, impound and storage fees before 8:30 a.m. the day of the auction.

Only licensed re-builders, used parts dealers or scrap processors may purchase vehicles offered for sale at this auction. In addition, you must register with the Greater Rockford Auto Auction prior to the auction.

Purchasers will be issued a “Certificate of Purchase”. Payment is due at the conclusion of the auction. Only cash or check made payable to the “Greater Rockford Auto Auction” will be accepted.

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special assessments to redeem the property from subsequent forfeitures or tax sales. Check with the County Clerk as to the exact amount you owe before redeeming.

This Notice is also to advise you that a Petition has been filed for a Tax Deed which will transfer title and the right to possession of this property if redemption is not made on or before October 16, 2026.

This matter is set for hearing in the Circuit Court of this County in Winnebago, Illinois, on October 23, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. in Courtroom 412.

You may be present at this hearing, but your right to redeem will already have expired at that time.

YOU ARE URGED TO REDEEM IMMEDIATELY TO PREVENT LOSS OF PROPERTY

Redemption can be made at any time on or before October 16, 2026, by applying to the County Clerk of Winnebago County, Illinois, at the County Courthouse in Rockford, Illinois.

For further information contact the County Clerk.

GABYENOM LLC, Purchaser

By: G. Michael Scheurich, Its Attorney /s/ G. Michael Scheurich 27286R TRRT 6/3

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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION

STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a service business in said County and State under the name of Jay’s Precision Mobile Detailing at the following post office addresses: 1623 Crosby St., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Jason William Longphee

SIGNED: Jason William Longphee 5/1/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 1st day of May, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Lisa Nolley, Deputy Clerk 27273R TRRT 5/27 n n n

ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a lawn services business in said County and State under the name of T.O.P. Property Care at the following post office addresses: 3226 8th St., Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Timothy Nathaniel Simmons

SIGNED: Timothy Nathaniel Simmons 5/8/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 8th day of May, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Ariel Rosas, Deputy Clerk 27290R TRRT 6/3 n n n

ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION

STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a snow removal business in said County and State under the name of Bulldog Snow Removal at the following post office addresses: 2312 20th Ave., Rockford, IL 61104; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Roberto Eusebio Carranza

SIGNED: Roberto Eusebio Carranza 4/9/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 9th day of April, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27291R TRRT 6/3

n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO, STATE OF ILLINOIS PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC, Plaintiff(s), vs. MICHAEL ROSCOE, HILARIE ROSCOE A/K/A HILARIE A. ROSCOE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendant(s). Case No. 26 FC 142 PUBLICATION NOTICE

The requisite Affidavit for Publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you: MICHAEL ROSCOE, HILARIE ROSCOE A/K/A HILARIE A. ROSCOE, NONRECORD CLAIMANTS and UNKNOWN OWNERS, Defendants in the above entitled suit, that said suit has been commenced in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Chancery Division, by the said Plaintiff, against you and other Defendants, praying for foreclosure of a certain Real Estate Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit: LOT THIRTY-THREE (33) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 2 OF HILLSIDE HEIGHTS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 46 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 35 OF PLATS ON PAGE 328 IN THE RECORDER’ S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS. Tax Number: 04-24-126-020 commonly known as 8376 MARK DR ROSCOE IL 61073; and which said Real Estate Mortgage was made by MICHAEL ROSCOE AND HILARIE ROSCOE A/K/A HILARIE A. ROSCOE, and recorded in the Office of the Winnebago County Recorder as Document Number 20151039937 AND UNDER LOAN MODIFICATION AGREEMENT RECORDED AS DOCUMENT NUMBER 20201010008; that Summons was duly issued out of the said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said named Defendant, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the office of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, located at 400 W. STATE STREET, ROCKFORD, IL 61101, on or before June 26, 2026, default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint.

Attorney No. 3635 LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC

Attorney for Plaintiff

Ira T. Nevel

Timothy R. Yueill Greg Elsnic Aaron Nevel Andrew Chu

175 North Franklin St. Suite 201 Chicago, Illinois 60606 (312) 357-1125 Pleadings@nevellaw.com KP # 26-00683 I3287637 P27295R TRRT 6/10 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS ASSOCIATED BANK NA Plaintiff, -v.WILLIAM A. MILANOS et al

Defendant 2021-CH-0000133

NOTICE OF SALE

of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 10, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on June 29, 2026, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: LOT THIRTY-SIX (36) AS DESIGNATED UPON PLAT NO. 2 OF PINE MANOR SUBDIVISION, BEING PART OF THE EAST HALF (1/2) OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (1/4) OF SECTION 6, T. 43 N., R 2 E. OF THE 3RD P.M., THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 35 OF PLATS ON PAGE 139 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS; SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND STATE OF ILLINOIS.

Commonly known as 3214 BAVARIAN LN, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 Property Index No. 16-06431-039

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc. com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-20-02872

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Case Number: 2021-CH-0000133

TJSC#: 46-1200

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2021-CH-0000133

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P27296R TRRT 6/10 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: ERICA AGUILAR, Petitioner, and DANIEL OMAR GONZALEZ ZAMORA, Respondent. Case No. 2026-DN-174

NOTICE

NOTICE is given to DANIEL OMAR GONZALEZ ZAMORA, Respondent, that a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage has been filed in the Circuit Court of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois, by ERICA AGUILAR, Petitioner, against you, and that this matter is now pending as Case No. 26-DN-174. You are hereby notified that unless you file your appearance, answer, or other responsive pleading in this case with the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, located at 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, within thirty (30) days of the date of this notice, a default judgment may be entered against you for the relief requested in the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. Dated: 05/20/2026

ERICA AGUILAR, PETITIONER Prepared by: Attorney Christian Solares #6325075 Midwest Law Works LLC 4855 E State St Ste 24, Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 312-1703 Christian@midwestlawworks.com 27302R TRRT 6/10 n n n

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION In the Interest of: WYATT MAXWELL MANRING, A Minor. CASE NO: 26 GR 133 TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Take notice that on the 20th day of May, 2026, a Petition to Appoint Guardian of the Person of the Minor was filed in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, 17th Judicial Circuit, and that on the first floor of the Winnebago County Juvenile Justice Center, on the 7th day of July, 2026 at the hour of 8:30 a.m., or as soon thereafter as this cause may be heard, a hearing will be held upon the guardianship petition. Now, unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the Petition, the Petition may be taken for confessed as against you and an Order, Judgment or Decree entered.

Dated at Rockford, Illinois this 20th day of May, 2026. Thomas Klein Clerk of the Circuit Court

ERIN L. NASH #6304953 Nash Law Office, P.C. 4615 East State Street, Suite 101 Rockford, IL 61108 (815) 397-7500

erin@nashlawofficepc.com

27303R TRRT 6/10

n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION

Plaintiff, -v.-

JESSICA L. CEDILLO; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; Defendants.

2025-FC-0000308

838 GRAND AVE, LOVES PARK, IL 61111

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/30/2025, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www.auction.com, with the bidding window opening on 6/8/2026 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on June 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM subject to extension, and will sell at public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate.

LOT TEN (10) IN BLOCK FOUR (4) AS DESIGNATED UPON THE PLAT OF BURCHFIELD GARDENS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE SOUTH HALF (1/2) OF SECTION 6, TOWNSHIP 44 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, THE PLAT OF WHICH SUBDIVISION IS RECORDED IN BOOK 16 OF PLATS ON PAGE 2 IN THE RECORDER’S OFFICE OF WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS, SITUATED IN THE COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO AND THE STATE OF ILLINOIS. Commonly known as 838 GRAND AVE, LOVES PARK, IL 61111 Property Index No. 12-06379-029 The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The judgment amount was $76,763.82 Sale Terms: Full Sale Terms are available on the property page at www.auction.com by entering 838 GRAND AVE into the search bar. If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, the winning bidder must pay the full bid amount within twenty-four (24) hours of the auction’s end. All payments must be certified funds. No third-party checks will be accepted. All bidders will need to register at www. auction.com prior to placing a bid. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a certificate of sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property, prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(l) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701

(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiffs attorney: Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC (561) 2416901 please refer to file number 25-322341. Auction.com, LLC 100 N LaSalle St., Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60602 - 872-225-4985 You can also visit www.auction.com. Attorney File No. 25-322341 Case Number: 2025-FC-0000308 NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. I3286927

P27268R TRRT 5/27 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY –IN PROBATE IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ETHEL M. BARNES, Deceased. Case No. 2026-PR-100 NOTICE TO CREDITORS THAT THE ESTATE OF ETHEL M. BARNES HAS BEEN ADMITTED TO PROBATE Notice is given to creditors of the death of Ethel M. Barnes on April 14, 2026. Letters of Office were issued on April 28, 2026 to Grayling Barnes of 1815 Randolph Drive, Rockford, IL 61103 as Independent Administrator, whose attorney of record is Mark C. Johnson, 321 W. State Street, Suite 301, Rockford, Illinois 61101.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Winnebago County located at 400 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, or with the representatives, or both, on or before November 13, 2026, the date six months from the date of first publication on May 13, 2026, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representatives is required by §18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of the claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and the representative’s attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Grayling Barnes, Independent Administrator

Prepared By: Mark C. Johnson ARDC No. 6211240

Attorney for Petitioner 321 W. State Street, Suite 301 Rockford, IL 61101 27270R TRRT 5/27 n n n PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS STEVEN D BLUMER, Petitioner, v. TABITHA BOLDING, Respondent. Case No: 2026 FA 171 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION YOU, TABITHA BOLDING, ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that this case has been commenced in this Court and is pending against you asking for allocation of parental responsibilities and other relief. UNLESS YOU FILE YOUR Response or otherwise file your Appearance in this case in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit of the 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County, Illinois at 400 W. State Street, Rockford, Illinois, 61101 before July 9, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., or appear via Zoom in virtual Courtroom of the Winnebago County Courthouse, Meeting ID # 852 9062 2072 or via telephone, (312) 626-6799, or (646) 558-8656, or (346) 248-7799 on July 9, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., A JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THIS COMPLAINT. Prepared by: Alexis Simmons,

Simmons Law, LLC, 1 Court Place Ste 202, Rockford, IL 61101, (815) 570-9662, alexis@simmonslaw.org. 27271R TRRT 5/27

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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION

STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a construction business in said County and State under the name of Bert Sumner Contracting at the following post office addresses: 213 N. 3rd St., Rockford, IL 61107; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Robert Kenneth Sumner

SIGNED: Robert Kenneth Sumner 5/7/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 7th day of May, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27275R TRRT 5/27

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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION

STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a property management business in said County and State under the name of Richland Properties at the following post office addresses: 2203 Huffman Blvd., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Michael V. Foster

SIGNED: Michael V. Foster 5/8/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 8th day of May, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Krystal Soto, Deputy Clerk 27276R TRRT 5/27

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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION

STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a food/juice/teas business in said County and State under the name of Titi’s Brew at the following post office addresses: 2220 Carney Ave., Rockford, IL 61103; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Felicia Lynn Jennings

SIGNED: Felicia Lynn Jennings 5/8/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 8th day of May, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27277R TRRT 5/27 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO ESTATE OF GARY I. HANSON, Deceased No: 2026-PR-0000064 CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given to creditors of the death of GARY I. HANSON. Letters of office were issued to HAILEY MILES, Independent Administrator, whose attorney of record is Christopher W. Dodson, 4855 East State Street, Suite 17, Rockford, Illinois 61108. Claims against the estate may be filed on or before November 30, 2026 that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975, as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred. Claims against the estate may be filed in the office of the

Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representatives, or both. When a claim is filed with the representatives but not with the Court, the representatives may file the claim with the Court but have no duty to do so. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office--Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representatives and their attorney within ten (10) days after said claim has been filed.

27272R TRRT 5/27

n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Susan N.K. Gummow and Kevin Gummow, as Successors in Interest Plaintiff, vs. Dallas Raby, Jr., Wildsky Books Co., and All Unknown Occupants, Defendant.

Case No.: 2026-EV-473

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, Dallas Raby, Jr., Wildsky Books Co., and All Unknown Occupants, defendants, that this case has been commenced in this court against you and other defendants, requesting possession of the subject property located at 4856-4864 Freeport Road, Rockton, IL 61072 and for other relief, for which possession continues to be withheld from the Plaintiffs by the Defendants. UNLESS YOU file your answer or otherwise file your appearance in this case in the office of the Clerk of this Court located at the Winnebago County, Illinois Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Room 103, Rockford, IL 61101, on or before June 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., A JUDGMENT OR DECREE FOR POSSESSION BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT.

Dated: May 13, 2026 Susan N.K. Gummow and Kevin E. Gummow, as Successors in Interest to the late Naomi Gummow and Stephen Gummow, Plaintiffs, By: /s/ Michael Jon Shalbrack Michael Jon Shalbrack, one of its attorneys

Attorney Michael Jon ShalbrackARDC #6188198

HolmstromKennedyPC 800 North Church Street Rockford, IL 61103

Telephone: (815)962-7071

mshalbrack@hkrockford.com

27285R TRRT 6/3

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STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: MARLEN YVETTE DAVILA, Petitioner, vs. LUIS ESTEBAN HERNANDEZ, Respondent. Case No. 2025-DC-334 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to Respondent Luis Esteban Hernandez that Petitioner Marlen Yvette Davila has caused to be filed a PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE and other relief in the above-captioned cause of action. You are further notified that if you fail to file an answer or otherwise appear on or before June 29, 2026, a judgment by default may be entered against you at any time thereafter for the relief requested in the petition.

/s/ Marlen Yvette Davila, Petitioner 27311R TRRT 6/10

n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO MARIA CASTRO,

Petitioner, vs. JUAN PABLO GASCA TORRES, Respondent Case No.: 25 FA 852

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION TO: JUAN PABLO GASCA TORRES and all whom it may concern: Take Notice that on November 10, 2025, a Petition for Allocation of Parental Responsibilities was filed in the Circuit Court of Winnebago County, Illinois, 17th Judicial Circuit, and that in room 455 of the Winnebago County Courthouse, on the 8th day of July, 2026 at the hour of 11:15 am., or as soon as thereafter as this cause may be heard, a hearing will be held upon the Petition for Allocation Responsibilities.

Now, unless you appear at the hearing and show cause against the Petition, the Petition may be taken as confessed as against and an Order, Judgement, or Decree entered.

Dated: May 20, 2026

/s/ Maria Castro, Petitioner 27312R TRRT 6/10 n n n

ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION

STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a self-publishing online business in said County and State under the name of Temple of the Greek Gods at the following post office addresses: 1501 Minns Dr., Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Christopher Wayne Aldridge

SIGNED: Christopher Wayne Aldridge 5/11/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 11th day of May, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27313R TRRT 6/10

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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a aerospace business in said County and State under the name of AGL Dynamics at the following post office addresses: 2330 Kilburn Ave., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Matthew Joshua Davis

SIGNED: Matthew Joshua Davis 5/20/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 20th day of May, A.D. 2026.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk Krystal Soto, Deputy Clerk 27314R TRRT 6/10

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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION

STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a jewelry business in said County and State under the name of Oak Jewelry at the following post office addresses: 3310 Liberty Dr., Rockford, IL 61101; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Barbara Amellaly Hernandez Ruiz

SIGNED: Barbara Amellaly Hernandez Ruiz 5/22/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 22nd day of May, A.D. 2026.

Lori Gummow, County Clerk Krystal Soto, Deputy Clerk 27315R TRRT 6/10

n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, 400 WEST STATE STREET, ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS

Estate of Brian Moberly, DECEASED. 26 PR 46 Notice is given to creditors of the death of the above named decedent. Letters of office were issued to Dana Bunge, 8213 Ravere Street, Machesney Park, Illinois 61115 and Steven Moberly, 517 Hillcrest Court, Saukville, Wisconsin 53080, as Independent Co-Administrators, whose attorney of record is Bradley Kupiec, Heartland Law Firm, 1545 Waukegan Road, Suite 1-3, Glenview, Illinois 60025. The estate will be administered without court supervision, unless under section 5/28-4 of the Probate Act (Ill. Compiled Stat. 1992, Ch. 755, par. 5/28-4) any interested person terminates independent administration at any time by mailing or delivering a petition to terminate to the clerk. Claims against the estate may be filed with the clerk or with the representative, or both, on or before November 27, 2026, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by section 5/18-3 of the Probate Act, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed. E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file, you must first create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit http://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers.htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need additional help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/FAQ/gethelp.asp.

Bradley Kupiec Heartland Law Firm (6346110) 1545 Waukegan Road, Suite 1-3 Glenview, Illinois 60025 (815)505-0717

I3287814

P27297R TRRT 6/10 n n n STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, ROCK COUNTY

Publication Summons and Notice (Small Claims) Case No. 26-SC-957 BELOIT HEALTH SYSTEM, INC AND SOUTHERN WISCONSIN EMERGENCY ASSOCIATES 1969 West Hart Road Beloit, WI 53511

Plaintiff(s) -vsJohnna Dumas 5696 Andrews Drive, Apt 7 Roscoe, IL 61073 Defendant(s) Publication Summons and Notice of Filing TO THE PERSON(S) NAMED ABOVE AS DEFENDANT(S): You are being sued by the person(s) named above as Plaintiff(s). A copy of the claim has been sent to you at your address as stated in the caption above. The lawsuit will be heard in the following small claims court: Rock County Courthouse Telephone Number of clerk of court: 608-743-2210

Courtroom/Room Number: Jury

Assembly Room Address: 51 South Main Street City: Janesville State WI Zip 53545 on the following date and time:

Date: June 24, 2026

Time: 9:00 a.m.

If you do not attend the hearing, the court may enter a judgment against you in favor of the person(s) suing you. A copy of the claim has been sent to you at your address as stated in the caption above. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate (property) you own now

or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property.

You may have the option to Answer without appearing in court on the court date by filing a written Answer with the clerk of court before the court date. You must send a copy of your Answer to the Plaintiff(s) named above at their address. You may contact the clerk of court at the telephone number above to determine if there are other methods to answer a Small Claims complaint in that county.

Date: May 18, 2026 Nathan Russell 1047499

Russell Law Offices, SC PO Box 356 Shullsburg, WI 53586 (608) 448-3680 27304R TRRT 5/27

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:

The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by

CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #4952, 7102 Rock Valley Parkway, Loves Park, IL 61111 to satisfy a lien on June 18, 2026 at approx. 12:00pm at www. storagetreasures.com.

Cube G27 Aaron Chavez;

Cube N02 Paul Fairbanks;

Cube FRONT5 Paul Fairbanks.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:

The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by

CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #3566, 6210 Forest Hills Road, Loves Park, IL 61111 to satisfy a lien on June 18, 2026 at approx. 12:30pm at www. storagetreasures.com.

Cube 310D Alexa Kerr;

Cube 319 Ricardo Cruz; Cube 455 Maia Hernandez; Cube 458 Shaunia Jones; Cube 502 Sherry Williams; Cube 527 Shefon Desiree Swinford.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:

The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by

CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #3565, 4548 American Road, Rockford, IL 61109 to satisfy a lien on June 18, 2026 at approx. 11:30am at www. storagetreasures.com.

Cube B15 Royland Robinson;

Cube 1409 Latia C. Vance; Cube 1424 Dree Lynn; Cube 2631 Dionicia Macias; Cube 4102 Marcayla Carter.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:

The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by

CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #3568, 4560 Stenstrom Road, Rockford, IL 61109 to satisfy a lien on June 18, 2026 at approx. 11:30am at www. storagetreasures.com.

Cube S2 Antonio Kemp; Cube S82 David Mahurin;

Cube S122 Kandi Crowe.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:

The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by

CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #3567, 3015 N. Main St., Rockford, IL 61103 to satisfy a lien on June 18, 2026 at approx. 12:00pm at www.storagetreasures.com.

Cube A152 Sasha Johnson;

Cube A179 Tony Turner;

Cube A190 Marlene Zellner;

Cube B4 Dawn Hoed;

Cube B5 Nayely Cordova-Rodriguez;

Cube B17 Diane Soto;

Cube B82 Mhoon Lynn;

Cube B103 Jada Stocker;

Cube B126 India Williams;

Cube B163 Michael Martin;

Cube B179 James Suggs;

Cube B219 Wallica Andrews;

Cube B222 Yolanda Cole;

Cube B235 Hermand Russey:

Cube B239B Charles Sundmacher;

Cube B274 James McDuell;

Cube B304 Zondra Carson; Cube B312 Jerry Huey; Cube B345 Louise Ray.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:

The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #3561, 7511 Vandiver Road, Rockford, IL 61112 to satisfy a lien on June 18, 2026 at approx. 11:00am at www. storagetreasures.com.

Cube K35 Ashley McLendon. NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:

The following self-storage cube contents containing household and other goods will be sold by CubeSmart Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Owner #5754, 3780 E. State St., Rockford, IL 61108 to satisfy a lien on June 18, 2026 at approx. 11:00am at www.storagetreasures.com.

Cube 87 Sharde Evans; Cube 153 Marilyn Williams; Cube 208 Darnetta Hayes; Cube 223 Lynette Brooks; Cube 244 Jaymes Hatcher; Cube 296 Jacob Logli; Cube 355 Bryce M. Williams. 27305R TRRT 6/3 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION In the Estate of: CHARLES E. BEHMER, Decedent. Case No.: 2026-PR-120 CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of CHARLES E. BEHMER. Letters of Office were issued to Laura L. Slocum, 1902 Concord Dr., Durand, IL 61024, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is Rodney W. Kimes, 419 Main St., PO Box 537, Pecatonica, Illinois 61063.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Circuit Clerk’s office, Winnebago County Courthouse, Rockford, Illinois, with the representative or both on or before the 27th day of November, 2026, or, if mailing or delivery of a notice from the representative is required by §18-3 of the Probate Act of 1975, the date stated in that notice. Any claim not filed on or before that date is barred. Copies of a claim filed with the clerk must be mailed or delivered by the claimant to the representative and to the attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

DATED: May 21, 2026

Laura L. Slocum, Executor of the Estate of CHARLES E. BEHMER Rodney W. Kimes, #6211305 rkimes@bolgrienlaw.com BOLGRIEN, KOEPKE & KIMES, LLC 419 Main Street P.O. Box 537 Pecatonica, IL 61063 608-365-7702

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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a upholstering business in said County and State under the name of Fogel Custom Upholstering at the following post office addresses: 4623 Boeing Drive, Rockford, IL 61109; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Anthony Fogel

SIGNED: Anthony Fogel 5/6/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 6th day of May, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Ariel Rosas, Deputy Clerk 27274R TRRT 5/27

Rock River Times. May 27, 2026

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

WINNEBAGO COUNTY

- IN PROBATE

In the Matter of the Estate of: RANDY DANIELS, Deceased.

Case No.: 2026 PR 111 CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of: RANDY DANIELS of: ROCKFORD, IL.

Letters of Office were issued on: 5/11/26 to: Representative: SAM BARTON, 5641 TIPPLE RD., ROCKFORD, IL 61102 whose attorney is: FRANKS, GERKIN, PONITZ & GREELEY, P.C., 19333 EAST GRANT HIGHWAY, P.O. BOX 5, MARENGO, IL 60152.

Claims against the estate may be filed within six months from the date of first publication. Any claim not filed within six months from the date of the first publication or claims not filed within three months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditor, whichever is later, shall be barred.

Claims may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State St., Rockford, Illinois, 61101, or with the representative, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to his attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Clerk of the Circuit Court Franks, Gerkin, Ponitz & Greeley, P.C. 19333 East Grant Highway P.O. Box 5 Marengo, IL 60152 (815) 923-2107 pleadings@fgpglaw.com 27289R TRRT 6/3

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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION

STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a esthetics business in said County and State under the

name of IJ Esthetics at the following post office addresses: 7200 Harrison Ave., Unit L102, Cherry Valley, IL 61016; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Isabella Josephine Gianesin

SIGNED: Isabella Josephine Gianesin 5/15/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 15th day of May, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Ariel Rosas, Deputy Clerk 27292R TRRT 6/3 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

In the Matter of the Estate of of BARBARA ANN MUCCIANTI, deceased No. 2026-PR-0000107 CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of BARBARA ANN MUCCIANTI. Letters of office were issued on May 12, 2026, to MARK MUCCIANTI whose address is 11545 Prestwick Road, Belvidere, IL 61008, as administrator, whose attorney is TOBIN, RAMON & BARBER, 530 South State Street; Suite 200, Belvidere, Illinois 61008-3711.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before November 20, 2026 that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk -Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’ s Office -- Probate Di-

vision, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to her attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

Dated: May 18, 2026

MARK MUCCIANTI Adiministrator

Lois Cannell Ramon ARDC# 2280434

Tobin, Ramon & Barber

Attorneys for Petitioner 530 South State Street; Suite 200 Belvidere, Illinois 61008-3711 (815) 544-0316

deb@tobinramon.com 27288R TRRT 6/3

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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION

STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a door to door sales business in said County and State under the name of Southwestern Advantage at the following post office addresses: 2451 Atrium Way, Nashville, TN 37214 but doing business in the County of Winnebago, State of Illinois; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or transacting such business are as follows: Natalia Del Vecchio Coronado

SIGNED: Natalia Del Vecchio Coronado 5/18/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 18th day of May, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Teresa Bravo, Deputy Clerk 27294R TRRT 6/3

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STATE OF ILLINOIS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

In the Matter of the Estate of BEVERLY ANN HERNANDEZ, deceased No. 2026-PR-0000104 CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of BEVERLY ANN HERNANDEZ. Letters of office were issued on May 12, 2026, to DANIEL P. HERNANDEZ whose address is 3915 Belle Meade

Lane, Rockford, IL 61108, as administrator, whose attorney is TOBIN, RAMON & BARBER, 530 South State Street; Suite 200, Belvidere, Illinois 61008-3711.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before November 20, 2026 that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk -Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, IL 61101, or with the estate legal representative, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’ s Office -- Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to her attorney within ten days after it has been filed.

Dated: May 18, 2026

DANIEL P. HERNANDEZ Adiministrator

Natalie Hyser Barber ARDC# 6301826

Tobin, Ramon & Barber Attorneys for Petitioner 530 South State Street; Suite 200 Belvidere, Illinois 61008-3711 (815) 544-0316 deb@tobinramon.com

27287R TRRT 6/3

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ASSUMED NAME CERTIFICATE OF INTENTION

STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO

This is to certify that the undersigned intend to conduct and transact a handyman services business in said County and State under the name of Small Task Handyman at the following post office addresses: 3050 Vaughndale Dr., Machesney Park, IL 61115; that the true and real full names of all persons owning, conducting or

transacting such business are as follows: Benjamin Gordon Spain

SIGNED: Benjamin Gordon Spain 5/15/26

Subscribed and sworn (or affirmed to) before me, this 15th day of May, A.D. 2026. Lori Gummow, County Clerk Ariel Rosas, Deputy Clerk 27293R TRRT 6/3

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Probate Division

ESTATE OF: COLETTE PARENT, Deceased. Case No, 2026-PR-0000040 CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of COLETTE PARENT, of Loves Park, Illinois. Letters of office were issued on May 21, 2026, to Representative, Brittany Jennings, 735 10th Avenue, North 737, Onalaska, Wisconsin, 54650, whose attorney is Sharon R. Jacksack, c/o Zukowski, Rogers, Flood & McArdle, 50 Virginia Street, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014.

Claims against the estate may be filed within six months from the date of first publication. Any claim not filed within six months from the date of first publication or claims not filed within three months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to Creditor, whichever is later, shall be barred.

Claims may be filed in the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, 17th Judicial Circuit, Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 W, State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101, or with the representative, or both.

Copies of any claim filed with the Clerk must be mailed or delivered to the representative and to the attorney within 10 days after it has been filed.

Clerk of the Circuit Court 27307R TRRT 6/10 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION

In the Matter of the Estate of SHARON CARTER, Deceased.

CASE NO. 2025 PR 353 CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of Sharon Carter of Rockford, IL. Letters of Office were issued on May 14, 2026, to Lisa Brady, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is James P. Hursh.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before November 27, 2026, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act of 1975, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit Clerk-Probate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, Room 425, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representative, or both.

Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office-Probate Division must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed. Dated: May 21, 2026.

JAMES P. HURSH, Attorney James P. Hursh #6230997 Guyer & Enichen, P.C. Attorneys for the Estate 2601 Reid Farm Road, Suite B Rockford, Illinois 61114 (815) 636-9600 27308R TRRT 6/10 n n n STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COUNTY OF WINNEBAGO PROBATE DIVISION In the Matter of the Estate of CHARLES A. HAMILTON, Deceased. CASE NO. 2026 PR 110

CLAIM NOTICE

Notice is given of the death of Charles A. Hamilton of Machesney Park, IL. Letters of Office were issued on May 12, 2026, to Thomas A. Hamilton, who is the legal representative of the estate. The attorney for the estate is James P. Hursh.

Claims against the estate may be filed on or before November 27, 2026, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by 755 ILCS 5/18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act of 1975, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the estate may be filed in the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit ClerkProbate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, Room 425, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois, or with the estate legal representative, or both. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office--Probate Division must be mailed or delivered to the estate legal representative and to the attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

Dated: May 21, 2026. JAMES P. HURSH, Attorney James P. Hursh #6230997 Guyer & Enichen, P.C. Attorneys for the Estate 2601 Reid Farm Road, Suite B Rockford, Illinois 61114 (815) 636-9600 27309R TRRT 6/10 n n n IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS PROBATE DIVISION

In the Matter of the Estate of: CHRIS S. KECKLER, Deceased.

CLAIM NOTICE

NOTICE is given of the death of CHRIS S. KECKLER. Letters of Office were issued on May 15, 2026, to

Thomas Whelan of 5722 Inverness Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61107, who is the Executor of the Estate. The attorney for the Estate is Jacob E. Trotter, of HARDYMAN & ASSOCIATES, LTD., 124 N. Water Street, Suite 100, Rockford, Illinois 61107. Any claims against the Estate may be filed on or before November 27, 2026, that date being at least six (6) months from the date of first publication, or within three (3) months from the date of mailing or delivery of Notice to creditors, if mailing or delivery is required by Section 18-3 of the Illinois Probate Act, 1975 as amended, whichever date is later. Any claim not filed by the requisite date stated above shall be barred.

Claims against the Estate must be filed with the Office of the Winnebago County Circuit ClerkProbate Division at the Winnebago County Courthouse, 400 West State Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101. E-filing is now mandatory for documents in civil cases with limited exemptions. To e-file, create an account with an e-filing service provider. Visit https://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/service-providers. htm to learn more and to select a service provider. If you need further help or have trouble e-filing, visit http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/ FAQ/gethelp.asp or talk with your local circuit clerk’s office. Copies of claims filed with the Circuit Clerk’s Office - Probate Division, must be mailed or delivered to the Estate legal representative and to his or her attorney within ten (10) days after it has been filed.

DATED: May 22, 2026

Thomas Whelan, Executor Attorney Jacob E. TrotterARDC# 6330561 HARDYMAN & ASSOCIATES, LTD. 124 N. Water Street, Suite 100 Rockford, Illinois 61107 (815) 964-8888 jake@hardymanlaw.com

Attorneys for the Estate of Thomas Whelan, Deceased 27310R TRRT 6/10

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SEVENTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.- JESSICA L. CEDILLO; ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY; Defendants. 2025-FC-0000308 838 GRAND AVE, LOVES PARK, IL 61111 NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/30/2025, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www.auction.com, with the bidding window opening on 6/8/2026 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on June 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM subject to extension, and will sell at public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate. Commonly known as 838 GRAND AVE, LOVES PARK, IL 61111 Property Index No. 12-06-379-029

The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The judgment amount was $76,763.82 Sale Terms: Full Sale Terms are available on the property page at www.auction.com by entering 838 GRAND AVE into the search bar. If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, the winning bidder must pay the full bid amount within twenty-four (24) hours of the auction’s end. All payments must be certified funds. No third-party checks will be accepted. All bidders will need to register at www.auction.com prior to placing a bid. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a certificate of sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no

representation as to the condition of the property, prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(l) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiffs attorney: Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC (561) 241-6901 please refer to file number 25-322341. Auction.com, LLC 100 N LaSalle St., Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60602 - 872-225-4985 You can also visit www.auction.com. Attorney File No. 25-322341 Case Number: 2025-FC-0000308 NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. I3286927

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REAL ESTATE NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 17TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WINNEBAGO COUNTY, ILLINOIS ASSOCIATED BANK NA Plaintiff, -v.- WILLIAM A. MILANOS et al Defendant 2021-CH-0000133 NOTICE OF SALE

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 10, 2022, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 12:30 PM on June

29, 2026, at the Advocus National Title Insurance, 973 Featherstone Rd, Suite 100, ROCKFORD, IL, 61107, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3214 BAVARIAN LN, ROCKFORD, IL 61109

Property Index No. 16-06-431-039

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100

BURR RIDGE IL, 60527

630-794-5300

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney File No. 14-20-02872

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Case Number: 2021-CH-0000133

TJSC#: 46-1200

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Case # 2021-CH-0000133

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Week of May 3 to 9, 2026

Death Notices

5/19/2026 45 Grimes, Matthew E South Beloit

ARIES

5/15/2026 69 Sullivan, Alphera Rockford

5/15/2026 69 Johnson, Gary South Beloit

5/19/2026 58 Sommerfield, Ramona Rockford

5/18/2026 79 Deets, David Rockford

5/20/2026 76 Huey, Diane P Rockford

5/16/2026 92 Payne, Merlin R Rockford

Week of May 10 to 16, 2026

Crossword THEME: CANDY

ARIES

An unexpected opportunity tied to a spiritual journey or physical activity will transform your worldview. This moment will mark an important turning point where your personal growth and professional potential will align, strengthening your confidence.

5/19/2026 66 Eusebio, Natividad Rockford

TAURUS

5/18/2026 53 Roush, Melissa Rockford

5/16/2026 80 Slocum, Judy L Rockford

5/21/2026 60 Taimisto, Zachary H Loves Park

5/17/2026 69 Fitzgerald, Stephen R Rockford

5/19/2026 99 Hicks, Mary A Rockford

Your emotions will drive you to make bold decisions. An unexpected move or career change could disrupt your daily routine. These choices will mark a fresh start and initiate a new cycle of opportunities.

Week of May 17 to 23, 2026

ARIES

You may feel irritable and impatient with situations that fail to progress. Restless nights could intensify the confusion. Taking a strategic step back will help you regain calm and clarify your priorities.

TAURUS

A meeting or large gathering will strengthen your sense of responsibility. You’ll grow your client base, boosting your income. A period of abundance is on the horizon. You’ll be rewarded for your efforts and gain greater financial stability.

GEMINI

5/17/2026 63 Whitmore, Kim E Rockford

5/18/2026 89 Noble, Robert Rockford

5/15/2026 91 Eaton, Alan Loves Park

5/15/2026 64 Finch, Robert Rockford

5/21/2026 70 Westbrook, Gerald Rockford

5/16/2026 91 Ortega, Jose South Beloit

A major dilemma will slightly interfere with your plans. Avoid making impulsive decisions. Step back and carefully weigh your options. A rushed decision could cause you to backtrack unnecessarily. Choose caution and balance above all else.

5/17/2026 74 Lindsay, Andrew Rockford

GEMINI

Unexpected delays will test your patience at work and in daily life. A project that demands focus and precision will command your attention. Accepting the wait will help you navigate these temporary challenges.

CANCER

CANCER

5/18/2026 78 Chaviano, Nilda Rockford

5/18/2026 73 Wilhelm, Jeffrey Rockford

5/19/2026 87 Peterson, Sharon Rockford

5/21/2026 54 Brasher, Dora L Rockford

5/17/2026 76 Sarver, Diana K Rockford

5/15/2026 50 Cross, Demiron Rockford

You may be tasked with new responsibilities this week, including a project that could generate significant financial benefits. You may also start your own business, leading to independence, recognition and unexpected personal growth.

5/20/2026 64 Luvert, Victor A Rockford

Plan your vacation early to avoid inconveniences and limited availability in day camps. A promising project will place you in the spotlight, bringing recognition and a chance to shine.

LEO

LEO

5/17/2026 45 Jones, Benjamin R Rockford

5/19/2026 84 Uyun, Jeong Rockford

5/17/2026 88 Salsbury, Donald E Rockford

5/17/2026 67 Maybee, Blair Loves Park

5/18/2026 92 Hendricks, Sylvia A Rockford

5/19/2026 80 Holmquist, Larry L Rockford

A surprise whirlwind romance may brighten your everyday life. You’ll feel an intense and immediate attraction. However, you may need to resolve certain family issues before you can fully commit to this promising relationship.

5/15/2026 91 Noble, Dorothy R Rockford

A situation will inspire deep self­reflection. This period of introspection will lead to new and exciting professional and personal goals. After doing this inner work, you’ll have the opportunity to celebrate your achievements.

VIRGO

VIRGO

5/15/2026 70 Saltzberg, Randall Rockford

5/20/2026 50 Bailey Jr, James A Rockford

5/16/2026 55 Traylor, Angela M Rockford

5/15/2026 75 Lerch, Fred P Machesney Park

5/18/2026 84 Steffen, Melvin M Rockford

Choose your words carefully this week to avoid tension or misunderstandings. On another note, a move is on the horizon, bringing with it the joy of creating and personalizing a new living space.

5/19/2026 80 Johnson, Joyce Rockford

A budding relationship could quickly become serious, potentially leading to a formal commitment. Your partner will pleasantly surprise you. Meanwhile, you’ll successfully clinch an important negotiation, strengthening your confidence and sense of accomplishment.

LIBRA

LIBRA

5/17/2026 74 Holt, Holly Rockford

5/17/2026 84 Bennett, Jane A Rockford

5/18/2026 78 Berndt, Carlton C Rockford

5/18/2026 85 Olson, Jean Rockford

5/20/2026 66 Little, John Rockford

5/17/2026 78 Hagar, Patricia A Rockford

Someone will trust you with a secret that will weigh on your conscience. Should you reveal it or keep it to yourself? You may need to rethink some of your friendships, especially around issues of money or loyalty. This will put the trust of some people to the test.

5/19/2026 87 Fox, Kay F Rockford

Visualizing your goals will bring fast, tangible results. You must fully trust in the law of attraction to move forward with confidence. You’ll also excel at analyzing complex financial matters or agreements.

SCORPIO

SCORPIO

5/15/2026 91 Tillman, Lavera Rockford

5/15/2026 70 Santiago, Erico R Rockford

5/16/2026 82 Taylor, Elizabeth D Rockford

5/15/2026 80 Peterson, Thomas R Rockford

5/19/2026 92 Pejic, Savo Rockford

5/16/2026 79 Lundstrom, Jane R Rockford

This week, you’ll focus on your home. Renovations, reorganization or relocation may occupy your time. A loved one will need your presence and support, drawing you deeper into family responsibilities.

TAURUS

You’ll face a dilemma around discretion. Keeping a secret may become challenging and could risk exposure. You’ll gain more by listening rather than speaking, as you’ll gather useful, strategic information without compromising yourself.

GEMINI

You may make a real estate purchase or sale, proving your resources match your ambitions. In romance, outbursts of affection will strengthen the balance in your relationship and highlight a bond undergoing deep transformation.

CANCER

Disruption will require quick action. Challenges, surprises or sensitive decisions will guide you toward the right choices. Meanwhile, loved ones and colleagues will finally respond positively to your efforts, making them far more rewarding.

LEO

Your creativity will peak, inspiring you to start a personal project or launch a bold initiative. An exhibition or performance will leave a lasting impression on you. Your generosity will deepen your relationships and strengthen your emotional connections.

VIRGO

Your social life will be buzzing this week. Both old and new friends will seek you out. Invitations, events and meaningful conversations will reveal important truths. These exchanges will strengthen your bonds and deepen your understanding of others.

LIBRA

A remarkable professional opportunity is coming, such as a job promotion or the launch of your own business. This long­awaited dream will materialize, marking an important step toward lasting security and personal fulfillment.

ARIES

A coworker will suddenly be absent, adding their responsibilities to your own. Even if the extra work slows you down, this situation will highlight your skills and could lead to an unexpected promotion. You’ll be rewarded for your effort and perseverance.

TAURUS

Your achievements will finally receive attention and praise, bringing you deep satisfaction. Your partner will heed your wishes, opening the door to exciting shared projects. You’ll receive recognition and respect.

GEMINI

You’ll spend time with children and be surprised by their quick wit. Although you’ll need patience, these moments will bring joy, unexpected discoveries and a refreshing return to spontaneity.

CANCER

At work, unclear instructions could cause confusion. Small mistakes may force you to redo tasks. Double­check every detail and use your usual discipline to avoid misunderstandings with demanding clients or superiors.

LEO

A close look at your finances could reveal that you have the means to bring a cherished project to fruition. In your love life, honest and heartfelt conversations will deepen the harmony and intimacy in your relationship.

VIRGO

Your especially strong initiative this week will encourage you to make bold decisions. Before jumping in headfirst, talk to those involved to ensure everyone is on the same page. A significant financial reward or raise could be coming your way.

LIBRA

A new care routine or treatment will greatly improve your well ­ being. This step could bring you closer to a long­held dream. Prioritize self­care; you’ll need to focus on restoring your energy.

SCORPIO

SCORPIO

An unexpected job promotion could finally improve your financial situation. An earnest conversation with a superior will support this advancement. In your love life, prioritize sincere communication to deepen your harmony and connection.

5/20/2026 45 Ellis, Patrick Rockford

SAGITTARIUS

5/19/2026 86 Sacrider, Boyce Loves Park

5/17/2026 97 King, Wanetta Loves Park

5/16/2026 71 Padilla, Rosemary G Loves Park

5/19/2026 77 Morrow, James Machesney Park

You’ll receive unexpected recognition that highlights your talents. This will motivate you to set your sights on even bigger and better things. This self­assurance will allow you to move forward with confidence and pride.

Across

1. Family room staple

5. Refrigerator sound

8. *One of original Life Savers flavors

You need rest to regain your energy. You’ll have a powerful spiritual awakening that will guide you toward a more meaningful, fulfilling and sustainable way of life.

5/20/2026 78 Kelley, Etta D Rockford

5/15/2026 72 Zander, Debra Rockford

CAPRICORN

5/17/2026 88 Donovan, Shirley Roscoe

5/20/2026 84 Sturdivant, Barnestine Rockford

5/15/2026 86 Gyllenswan, Gary W Rockford

5/17/2026 76 Judson, Lula Rockford

5/21/2026 46 Downie, Allison Rockford

12. Diabolical

13. Supernatural life force

14. Dust allergy triggers

Your boundless creativity will be your driving force this week. Launching a promising artistic project could lead to real success. To avoid spreading yourself too thin, seek the right balance between spending time strengthening your friendships and focusing on work.

5/15/2026 81 Aldana, Gladys Rockford

AQUARIUS

5/19/2026 90 Wilson, Donald Rockford

5/18/2026 55 Walters, Brad Rockford

5/21/2026 74 Clarke, Roberta Loves Park

5/19/2026 78 Dobson, Steven Loves Park

5/18/2026 80 Kohler, Nancy Machesney Park

15. Magnesium silicate

16. Thor’s father

17. Audience’s approval

18. *Coconutty candy bar (2 words)

20. Baltimore player

21. Dip a ____ ____ the water

You’ll be given the task of organizing an important event or meeting. Although it’s stressful, this responsibility will highlight your interpersonal skills. As soon as you dare to step outside your comfort zone, you’ll truly shine.

5/18/2026 71 Arneson Jr., Robert Machesney Park

PISCES

5/18/2026 85 Reed, Sandra Machesney Park

5/19/2026 72 Ruland, Karen Rockford

5/20/2026 47 Hughes, James Rockford

5/16/2026 25 Maceachron, Angus J Rockford

22. Acronym, abbr.

23. *”The Freshmaker” candy

26. Deck painter, often

30. Flight info

New professional responsibilities and enriching challenges are on the horizon, offering you the chance to reveal hidden talents. Financial recognition is coming soon, along with renewed confidence in your abilities.

31. Russia’s plain

34. Nat of Jazz

35. N in RN

37. Across, in verse

SAGITTARIUS

40. Lipase or sucrase, e.g.

42. Part of a match

43. English traveling courts

45. Ones with title

office

3. 35mm, e.g.

You may be thinking about moving. This will prompt you to plan your next steps. Being organized will save you valuable time. An interest in comfort­enhancing renovations will arise. You’ll spend a lot of your time and energy on making changes to your home.

47. ____ Aviv

48. Sign of life

CAPRICORN

50. Between Phi and Kappa

52. *Once known as Chicken Feed (2 words)

4. “Little Men” author

5. Mecca pilgrim

6. Teamsters group

7. “Out of ____, one”

A secret will come to light, whether intentionally shared or discovered by chance. At work, you may have to speak a foreign language or decode an important message. In your love life, a meaningful exchange will mark an important emotional turning point with your partner.

Rainbow” candies

38. Broadway’s news boy

SAGITTARIUS

40. Ray-finned fish

41. Decompose

44. Ardors

8. *Good & Plenty flavor

9. It will

10. Animal protein

Communication and travel could cause stress and delays, so plan ahead! Make sure you have alternative travel options to avoid major setbacks. Your quick thinking and practicality will help you turn obstacles into mere bumps in the road.

56. Trollop, in the olden days

AQUARIUS

57. Eyeball rudely

58. “I ____ wed”

59. Opposite of fires

60. Bear’s den

61. Gives a hand

11. Is, in France

Your emotions will run high this week, but for happy reasons. A child or loved one will accomplish something deeply moving that will fill you with pride and joy. You’ll shed tears of deep and sincere happiness.

46. Bee’s favorite drink

48. Like a Druid

49. Without illumination

CAPRICORN

13. Unassuming 14. Muhammad’s birthplace

19. Gallows loop

You’ll receive an offer for an enriching training program or an exciting project. You’ll have the financial and material resources you need to succeed. You’ll build a solid foundation to secure your future and strengthen your professional path.

PISCES

62. Between ids and super-egos

63. Symbol of industriousness

50. Place for mutinous sailor

51. France’s currency

At work, the facts must outweigh your emotions. Logical thinking will help you have more successful negotiations. Respecting rules and regulations will prevent complications and reinforce your professional success.

22. *Polished off candy, e.g.

23. High IQ society

52. *Other Rocket Fizz product

AQUARIUS

53. Kent State state 54. Do over 55. Hatchling’s home

24. Lady’s pocketbook

25. Narcotics agents

26. Light on one’s feet

Your determination will greatly increase your chances of success. If you dare to take the first step, opportunities will quickly follow. This powerful momentum will carry you steadily toward your personal and professional goals.

64. *Dad’s ____ Beer Barrels candy

An avalanche of professional responsibilities will slow you down. If your health is unstable, your body will demand rest. By managing your energy more wisely, you’ll regain the strength and efficiency you need to face new challenges.

56. Café alternative

27. Relating to Scandinavia

28. Village V.I.P.

29. Catches one’s breath

PISCES

A certain success will fill you with pride and highlight your hidden talents. Family tensions may create stress and throw off your inner balance. You’ll have to carefully navigate this period of adjustment. Week of May 24 to 30,

You need to focus on balancing your social life and love life. You’ll be in high demand, both personally and professionally. A few thoughtful compromises will help maintain harmony, stability and enjoyment in your relationships.

SAGITTARIUS

Your creativity will flow freely this week, inspiring you to transform your surroundings. You may consider decorating, renovating or rearranging your living space. Fortunately, your friends will offer you valuable support. This will deeply strengthen your bond and friendship.

CAPRICORN

If you’re thinking about going on vacation, start saving now for this special trip. You might consider going on a soul­nourishing spiritual getaway. Anticipating this experience will boost your enthusiasm, motivation and joy for life.

AQUARIUS

You’ll be feeling a lot of intense emotions this week. However, your infectious smile will never waver. Your positive attitude will improve teamwork at work and create a lighter atmosphere. Your colleagues and loved ones will appreciate your ability to entertain and bring people together.

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38. *Inspired by “Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

39. Under the weather

Down 1. ____ ____ good example

2. Like West Wing’s

The luckiest signs this week: GEMINI, CANCER AND LEO

32. Ages and ages

33. *Pfefferminz, for short

36. *”Taste the

PISCES

You’ll finalize an important negotiation with strategy and finesse. Your diplomatic approach will create a good outcome for both you and your colleagues, strengthening trust and success.

The luckiest signs this week: SAGITTARIUS, CAPRICORN AND AQUARIUS

The luckiest signs this week: VIRGO, LIBRA AND SCORPIO

Crossword & Sudoku

Across 1. Walked

5. Hole-making tools

9. Muzzle

12. “____ Gun Will Travel”

13. Uncluttered

14. Liquid gold

15. Spent

16. Salesman’s model

17. Lime refresher

18. Bush

20. Frequently

22. Spaceship’s cabin

26. County

29. Carve

33. Pro

34. Bed boards

36. Court romantically

37. Colorist

39. Part of a phone number: 2 wds.

41. Raging fire

43. Annie’s dog

46. Work with dough

50. Tinge

51. Volcano flow

55. Sir’s wife

56. “____ a Wonderful Life”

57. Cattle

58. Cake cooker

59. Kettle’s kin

60. Immediately following 61. Housing payment

Down

1. Therefore 2. Reckless

3. Completed

4. Subtract

5. “Beauty ____ the Beast”

6. Small

7. On the ____ (in hiding)

8. Saloon seat

9. Barnyard animal

10. Official assistant

11. Narrow valley

19. Musical measures

21. Lawyer’s payment

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23. Rice dish

Panic

Say

Papa

Frosty

Notice 30. Tango number 31. Food fish

32. Do garden work 35. Descended

Expel

Huge bird

Hosiery fabric

Boat 44. Station wagon, e.g.

52. Woodcutter’s tool

53. Aggravate 54. Uninvited picnicker

Wren’s dwelling 47. Lower edge of a roof 48. Hymn closer 49. Fender-bender mark

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