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Blacks hospitalized after vicious mob attack Victims left with gruesome stab wounds, injuries after attack in Canaryville

By J. Coyden Palmer It started out as friendly gathering between three Blacks and three whites at a South Side park early Saturday morning on May 30. Then something happened. A mob of white people unleashed an attack so brutal and vicious, it left Kristina Fox, 30, and her brother, Marcus, 26, in the hospital for days.

The two are now out of the hospital and recovering from numerous gruesome stab wounds. They were also hit with multiple objects while their attackers yelled nigger at them. Now able to talk, the two shared their harrowing accounts of the attack in an exclusive interview with the Chicago Crusader.

The two believed they were victims of a hate crime. Kristina, Marcus and Darrius Walton said they were enjoying the warm weather around 3 a.m. Saturday morning when a group they were socializing with turned on them and began a vicious attack at Taylor-Lauridsen Park, located at 42nd and Union in the Canaryville neighbor-

INSIDE THIS ISSUE The Chicago Crusader brings you its 75th Anniversary special pullout Commemorative Issue (See pullout after page 10 )

KRISTINA FOX RECOVERS from deep wounds sustained during a vicious attack by an angry mob in the early hours of Saturday, May 30. Along with her brother Marcus, Kristina had numerous stab wounds all over her torso.

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Wearing sunglasses to shield her blackened eye from the sun, Kristina described in vivid detail how she, Marcus and the father of her child, Darrius had befriended three white people in the park. After thirty minutes she said seven to 10 other people, all white, joined the group as the conversations remained normal. Kristina said suddenly two of the white men began to argue.

She said as Marcus tried to calm the situation, the two men viciously began attacking her brother. Kristina said when she went to help her brother the men turned their rage on her. Then more people joined in on the attack.

“They just started jumping on him out of nowhere. They were throwing glass bottles, bricks, anything they could get their hands on at us as we were trying to get away,” said Fox, who admitted everyone in the group had been drinking, but did not believe anyone was drunk. “There were five people chasing the father of my child as he was trying to get away. We got across the street from the park and they were kicking and stomping my brother. Next thing I know we were both on the ground and my brother was not moving as I was calling out his name. I could not open my right eye and it felt like someone poured a warm bucket of water on my head. I wiped my head and I (Continued on page 2)

Scholar steps in as speaker at Crusader Gala Critically-acclaimed author and renowned scholar Michael Eric Dyson will be the keynote speaker at The Chicago Crusader’s 75th Anniversary Gala on Saturday June 5 at the Loews Chicago Hotel.

Dyson will replace Reverend Frederick Douglas Hayes III, who is recovering from an illness.

The gala will bring together religious, community and business leaders as they celebrate the paper’s sold-out diamond anniversary with Editor-Publisher Dorothy R. Leavell.

A crusader himself, Dyson has been an outspoken critic on national politics and the State of Black America. Dyson is known for his fearless ability to speak candidly and real about art, Black culture, rap music and

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other issues that many are afraid to talk about and address.

Since 2007, Dyson has been a professor of sociology at Georgetown University. Dyson has taught at many prestigious colleges, including Chicago Theological Seminary, Brown University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Columbia University, DePaul University, and the University of Pennsylvania.

In addition, Dyson has written 16 books, including “Holler if You Hear Me,” “Is Bill Cosby Right?” and “I May Not Get There With You: The True Martin Luther King Jr.” Dyson was once named by Ebony Magazine as one of the hundred most influential Black Americans.

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NEWS

Once poor, now rich, Wilson aims for president

By Chinta Strausberg Once a high school dropout who swept floors at McDonalds, former Chicago mayor candidate and multimillionaire Willie Wilson on Monday launched his Democratic bid for U.S. presidency, vowing to use his rags to riches story to inspire weary, poor and elderly citizens as part of a campaign to connect to common American voters.

Wilson made the announcement at a press conference at the Chicago Baptist Institute, 5120 South King Drive.

With his wife Janette by his side, Wilson kicked off his campaign with the slogan “We Still Believe.”

The press conference was attended by several religious leaders, including Reverend. Dr. Stephen Thurston and longtime friend F. Scott Winslow.

Despite his wealth, Wilson believes he represents ordinary citizens who also want to achieve the American dream. He vowed to forgive student loans, mandate all seniors ride free on pubic transportation and offer free health care for those over 65 who are indigent and put prayer back into the schools “where it belongs.” “I am a Democrat, but I’m not too keen on party labels,” Wilson told the crowds. “Make no mistake. I am running as the anti-tax Democrat.

I am against putting more taxes on hard-working people who are doing all they can to feed their families and keep a roof over their heads.”

Wilson joins a growing list of candidates who are challenging former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for the Democratic nomination for president. They include former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley and Senator Bernie Sanders. Other candidates include political activist Jeff Boss and

lice and community leaders to develop “comprehensive plans to end the violence.”

Saying America’s greatness still lies in the people, Wilson, a church deacon, said, “I believe the reason the people lost faith is because the U.S. itself has lost its way and its own faith. We need to restore that faith today.” He continued, “We need to re-ignite the American dream. I am proof of the American dream.” He vowed to used his business experience to “bring America back to the top.”

With Obama still facing criticism on failing to stop Islamic extremists from overthrowing the Iraqi government, Wilson said U.S. leaders needs to focus on the American economy as it continDR. WILLIE WILSON announces his presidential candidacy Monday, June 1 and laid out his ues to recover from The Great Recession. “We cannot continue plans once president. to be the police of the world and Robby Wells, a former coach at Wilson has a thick Louisiana ac- Americans want a stronger econo- grow our economy at the same Savanna State University. cent that sometimes makes him my, more jobs and equal pay time,” he said.

According to an early New York appear inarticulate or difficult to among men and women. He Times-CBS News poll, Clinton understand. During his run for pledged to invest more funds to Dr. Wilson vowed to privatize so far is the favorite among candi- Chicago mayor earlier this year, grow additional small businesses, government-run businesses. He dates among Democratic voters Wilson’s campaign supporters which would create more jobs. also made a pledge to soldiers with 85 percent saying they will lashed out at a reporter who al- Wilson also vowed to help under- who served their country. “We pick the former first lady as their legedly quoted Wilson as saying served communities that have suf- would help our veterans by allowchoice. 23 percent of voters sur- “whities” instead of whites during fered from senseless acts of vio- ing our men and women to get veyed said they will vote for a speech at the City Club in lence. “I have heard the cries of quality health care in hospitals Sanders. But a recent Washing- Chicago in February. Wilson was despair,” he said. “The people are and clinics in their own neighton Post-ABC News poll shows quoted as saying, “To the whities in pain.” borhoods where they live and that Clinton’s image is declining who are here, I’m going to let you With social and political rest work,” he said. with 41 percent of Americans say- know I ain’t prejudice alright?” sweeping the nation, Wilson said ing she is honest and trustworthy, The speech can be seen on the on- he believes that America has lost When asked why not run for alcompared to 52 percent a year line video website, YouTube. its way. He pointed to the grow- derman or governor, Wilson quipago.

Despite the competition, Wil- ing distrust among citizens and ped, “Why not? America has As a presidential candidate, Wil- son is moving forward with his the police. “Too many police offi- been good to me. We didn’t lose son has challenges too, but he bid to the White House. “I don’t cers don’t seem to trust the very the mayor because we brought a knows about overcoming odds. believe there is one who really un- citizens they are sworn to serve log of issues to the forefront, and With only an eighth-grade educa- derstands what the people want and protect, but citizens and po- we will not lose this.” tion and homeless, Wilson mop- and what the people need,” he lice must abide by the law,” he ped floors at a South Side Mc- said. “I believe all of the other said. To improve relations be- During his unsuccessful camDonalds before owning several candidates are running to take tween citizens and police, Wilson paign for Chicago Mayor, Wilfranchises that made him mil- care of their own needs, not the said he will direct the Justice De- son, received 50,000 votes or 10 lions. needs of the people.” Wilson said partment to work with local po- percent of the vote.

Ruiz leads CPS after Byrd-Bennett resigns Jesse Ruiz stepped up his role as the new interim CEO of Chicago Public Schools (CPS) after Barbara Byrd-Bennett resigned on Monday amid a criminal investigation of a multimillion dollar no-bid contract scandal.

Ruiz, vice president of the Board of Education, took over the CPS in April when Bennett went on paid leave while federal investigators examine her role in a $20.5 million no-bid contract between CPS and SUPES Academy, which once employed Byrd-Bennett. The deal was signed in June 2013.

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her longtime associates at SUPES have been served subpoenas.

In a letter April 17 to David Vitale, president of the Chicago Board of Education, Byrd-Bennett said serving as head of CPS while investigation continues would be too difficult and a distraction. She officially resigned on Monday, June 1.

“I am saddened by the circumstances that have led to Barbara’s resignation and I wish her well. As a city, our focus must remain on finishing the school year strong and tackling the billion dollar budget deficit that threatens the progress our students, teachers, principals and parents have made over the last several years.”

Byrd-Bennett is the second CPS to resign under Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s administration.

Emanuel’s other handpicked CPS CEO, Jean-Claude Brizard, resigned in May 2011 after serving less than two years on the job.

Mayor Emanuel issued a statement about Byrd-Bennett’s resignation:

Meanwhile, Emanuel on Tuesday announced the appointment of four new members to the Chicago Board of Education.

They are Gail Ward, Reverend Michael Garanzini, Dominque Jordan Turner and Mark Furlong.

They will replace four outgoing members whose term expire June 30.

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NEWS

Lawmakers show their support for budget reforms Democratic State Representatives Mary Flowers, Chris Welch, Andre Thapedi and Will Guzzardi stood with the Revenue Truth Squad at a news conference May 29 to show their support for progressive revenue solutions instead of Govenor Bruce Rauner’s severe cuts to vital services and programs for working families.

Earlier in the week, Welch introduced a resolution urging the General Assembly not to make cuts from services without equally proportionate cuts to bad bank fees and other financial services.

“Illinois should not make any payments to firms that refuse to reduce fees for financial services until the state has first met all of its other financial obligations, including fully funding public services and state aid to municipalities, paying workers, making pension fund contributions, and paying other legitimate bills,” said Welch in a statement.

Flowers, a veteran Chicago South Side lawmaker, said the time had come for a Financial Transaction Tax in Illinois, which would add a nominal fee on every

REVENUE TRUTH SQUAD turns themselves into a revenue ticker to show how much Illinois taxpayers are losing in fees and interest rate swaps through bad bank deals outside of Chase Bank in Springfield. In 2014, Chase took more than $16.5 million from Illinois taxpayers.

THE ILLINOIS GRASSROOTS Collaborative and other Chicago community leaders asked House Speaker Michael Madigan and Gov. Bruce Rauner to walk in their shoes. As part of The Revenue Truth Squad, the workers, retirees, social service agencies and neighborhood organizations lined up along the walk way outside the Capitol following a news conference with legislators supportive of a budget that generates revenue through progressive and not regressive taxes that hurt working families. stock trade, to help generate pay our back bills and fill the gap increase the state’s revenue that much needed revenue. created when the temporary in- are fair and equitable to all tax“We could start fixing our infra- come tax expired.” payers. structure, we could pay off the After the news conference, comLeading the Revenue Truth pension debt, we could start mak- Squad was the Illinois Grassroots munity leaders lined the walk way ing colleges affordable, we could Collaborative, which joined with outside the Capitol with shoes start putting people back to a coalition of grassroots organiza- and signs asking Democratic work,” said Flowers. “If we tax tions, workers, retirees, social ser- House Speaker Michael Madigan every working person in Illinois, vice agencies and neighborhood and Rauner to live on minimum we still won’t have enough money groups, who have been in Spring- wage, without health care and to fill the hole and do all the field all week lobbying legislators without child care, which many things we need to do in order to to support alternative measures to Illinois taxpayers do everyday.

Blacks hospitalized after vicious mob attack (Continued from page 1) realized it was blood and I could feel the skin hanging off my face and I could feel the knife still in my forehead.”

Fox said during the attack she and her brother were called niggers several times. She said the experience has left her shaken and she has not been able to sleep. She agreed to speak with the Crusader because she thinks the community needs to know what happened to her and she wants to see the people responsible brought to justice.

Crusader has obtained a copy of the police report taken the night of the incident. According to the report, as responding officers arrived on the scene, they observed two different groups running from the scene. A group of subjects fled southbound through the park towards 42nd street and then went eastbound towards Lowe as another group fled towards 43rd and Union.

But Fox gave more detailed descriptions to The Crusader. She said the names of the three people they were originally talking to were Kevin, Courtney and Jodie.

She described Courtney as a brunette, about 5’6” with dimple piercings. Jodie had curly strawwww.chicagocrusader.com

berry blonde hair and she wore glasses. She said Kevin had tattoos on his forearms. Fox told police officers she observed Jodie with a knife in her hand during the attack.

She was stabbed 11 times; eight times in the back and right shoulder, twice in the face and once in the head. The stab wound to the forehead is where the knife had been embedded.

Fox pulled the knife out herself and left it on the ground before medics arrived. Chicago police have the knife and it is described in the police report as a silver, Smith & Wesson folding knife.

Marcus Fox suffered nine stab wounds along his back and right side with one of the wounds causing him to have a punctured lung. Marcus Fox spent two nights in the hospital recovering.

Fox said she would recognize the suspects if she saw them again. She and her brother say they are hurt there has been no media coverage of what happened to them because they believe the attack was racially motivated. Neither has spoken to the U.S. Department of Justice officials in the Chicago who would handle federal hate crime charges.

KRISTINA FOX AND her brother Marcus, suffered numerous injuries after they were attacked by a vicious mob in Canaryville on Saturday.

Fox told the Crusader she is fa- that area at night. Had I known miliar with the park and has tak- about the history of the area we en her daughter there several would have never been over times to play. But she said she was there,” she said. “We had never unaware of the racially-charged had any problems in that area so history of the area, where African it just threw me for a loop but Americans have been routinely again I had never been over there at night.” and randomly attacked.

Throughout her interview with “Since I’ve put this on my Facebook page and gone public with The Crusader, Kristina was ofwhat happened, a lot of people ten emotional while describing are telling me we should have what happened. She knows the known better than to be over in physical wounds will heal much

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faster than the mental ones.

“I treat people the way I want to be treated because that is how we were raised, so I never imagined something like this would happen to us,” Fox said.

A police report was filed and the Crusader obtained graphic photos of Kristina’s injuries.

Neither of the siblings has any gang membership nor drug ties, according to police. Kristina has no arrest while her brother has two minor arrests on misdemeanor charges. A police department source said the crime is unusual because the victims are good people who were just out having a good time. While city parks officially close at 11 p.m., the police source said it is not uncommon for people to hang out in parks after hours in some parts of the city.

“I think this is a hate crime because they kept calling us niggers as they were attacking us,” Fox said. “I want somebody to get locked up for what they did to us.

We could have died.”

Fox posted what happened to her on Facebook along with the photographs of her injuries to bring attention to the incident. As of Crusader press time, the post has gone viral and has been shared over 73,000 times.

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EDITORIAL

EDITORIAL 75 YEARS CRUSADING FOR THE BLACK COMMUNITY June 2015 marks the 75th year since the Chicago Crusader made its debut in 1940. Ironically, the Chicago Crusader had its birth in a housing development named after Ida B. Wells, a dynamic African American woman journalist who used the power of the written word to wage a fight for justice around the turn of the last century. The Chicago Crusader was founded in the home of Balm L. Leavell, Jr. Mr. Leavell and Joseph H. Jefferson began publishing the paper in order to support campaigns that the Negro Labor Relations League waged to fight for fair wages and better working conditions for Blacks. The Crusader was effective then, as it is now, in serving as a voice for Blacks and is dedicated “To The Unconquerable Host of Africans Who Are Laying Their Sacrifices Upon The Editorial Altar For Their Race.”

The Crusader is a prime example of how important it is for Blacks to have their own voice when it comes to issues that have an impact on the community. The Crusader has been “Crusading for 75 years, pleading the cause for Black America.” How wonderful it is that we have this bold and brave independent voice, not beholding to anyone or anything but truth.

The Crusader does not tiptoe around issues; we face them squarely in the face, challenging those that would threaten the economic, political and social well-being of Black people. The white mainstream press does not have the insight, interest, or sometimes, even the knowledge of things that are near and dear to Blacks. They don’t have the benefit of experience and, therefore, are not able to understand nuances when it comes to Black culture and the Black condition. One example that can be pointed out is when a well-known mainstream radio host and “journalist,” upon hearing about the Minister Louis Farrakhan for the first time, called him an “unknown.” Minister Farrakhan, widely known for spearheading the Million Man March, was hardly an unknown in the Black community!

A question might be raised as to whether or not the Black Press is still needed, since a lot of Blacks have acquired positions in white-owned media. The answer to this is a resounding Yes! The Black community continues to be under siege, though the face of its tormentors has changed through the years. The community is still plagued with unfair labor practices, unemployment, discrimination, and a whole host of other ills that come with life in a society steeped in institutional racism. The Crusader serves as a thorn in the side of these enemies of the Black community.

The pen, they say, is mightier than the sword, and in this day and age that old adage still rings true. Currently, computers and the Internet have become “digital pens” which are powerful weapons in the hands of those who seek to influence public thinking. In this regard, the Crusader now has an online presence, which has greatly extended our journalistic reach. In addition, we now have the Gary (Indiana) Crusader, which will celebrate 55 years of publishing in 2016.

Dorothy Leavell, our publisher, who celebrated 50 years of working with the Crusader Newspapers in 2011, has taken it to another level. Her tireless dedication to the task, her eye for detail, and her consistency have helped the paper(s) stay the course in the fight for parity for Blacks. Her efforts are to be applauded as well as other contributors and supporters for continuing to produce a quality product. The Black community has a powerful advocate in the Crusader, and hopefully, we will continue along the same path for the next 75 years! Luta continua.

Sometimes I truly believe Black people in Chicago have become marionettes, but I have no idea who is pulling the strings. If you remember about a month ago, Black people on the West Side and on the South Side, especially in Englewood, were having fits because Spike Lee is making a movie here and the title is supposed to be “Chiraq.” All sorts of people were acting like it was the end of the world. They were cussing Spike Lee and everyone who supported him. I couldn’t believe people got so worked up about a movie title and nobody had even seen a script. Then Fr. Pfleger brought Spike Lee to town and suddenly folks weren’t so upset anymore.

Last week, Facebook and Twitter blew up after Cook County Commissioner Richard Boykin talked about getting some of these young criminals roaming our streets charged as domestic terrorists.

From the reaction of lots of people on social media, you would think the commissioner said execute these people at noon in Daley Plaza. Mamas were posting how their little Ray Ray, Pookie and Mookie should not be called terrorists. The Bean Soup Times on-

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Dear Editor:

line newspaper called Boykin on it saying that kind of sentencing would be too harsh. Very much to his credit, the commissioner started tweeting responses to the publisher of Bean Soup Times and those tweets clarified his position.

The major point to me is how excitable Black people get over a name, when we could be putting that energy into building up our community.

It truly seems like somebody is orchestrating these flare-ups just to see how we respond. Unfortunately, and predictably, we get in this high state of flux. Then things calm down and we seem to wait for the next negative thing...We really should learn to act rather than react all the time.

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tendent is clueless.

Last week, McCarthy’s people said he will be starting with the 38th Ward way up on the northwest side. The police district McCarthy is visiting has one of the lowest crime rates in the city. If he was serious about learning what residents think about crime and any ideas we have for how to reduce it, this would be among the (Continued on page 16)

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• Your doctor may tell you to take JANUVIA along with other diabetes medicines. Low blood sugar can happen more often when JANUVIA is taken with certain other diabetes medicines. See “What are the possible side effects of JANUVIA?”.

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If you do not remember until it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses of JANUVIA at the same time.

• If you take too much JANUVIA, call your doctor or local Poison Control Center right away.

• When your body is under some types of stress, such as fever, trauma (such as a car accident), infection or surgery, the amount of diabetes medicine that you need may change. Tell your doctor right away if you have any of these conditions and follow your doctor’s instructions.

• Check your blood sugar as your doctor tells you to.

• Stay on your prescribed diet and exercise program while taking JANUVIA.

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• Talk to your doctor about how to prevent, recognize and manage low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), and problems you have because of your diabetes.

• Your doctor will check your diabetes with regular blood tests, including your blood sugar levels and your hemoglobin A1C. What are the possible side effects of JANUVIA? Serious side effects have happened in people taking JANUVIA. • See “What is the most important information I should know about JANUVIA?”.

• Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). If you take JANUVIA with another medicine that can cause low blood sugar, such as a sulfonylurea or insulin, your risk of getting low blood sugar is higher. The dose of your sulfonylurea medicine or insulin may need to be lowered while you use JANUVIA. Signs and symptoms of low blood sugar may include: • headache • irritability • drowsiness • hunger • weakness • fast heart beat • dizziness • sweating • confusion • feeling jittery • Serious allergic reactions. If you have any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, stop taking JANUVIA and call your doctor right away. See “Who should not take JANUVIA?”. Your doctor may give you a medicine for your allergic reaction and prescribe a different medicine for your diabetes.

• Kidney problems, sometimes requiring dialysis The most common side effects of JANUVIA include: • upper respiratory infection • stuffy or runny nose and sore throat • headache JANUVIA may have other side effects, including: • stomach upset and diarrhea • swelling of the hands or legs, when JANUVIA is used with rosiglitazone (Avandia®).

Rosiglitazone is another type of diabetes medicine.

These are not all the possible side effects of JANUVIA. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you, is unusual or does not go away.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

How should I store JANUVIA? Store JANUVIA at 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).

Keep JANUVIA and all medicines out of the reach of children.

General information about the use of JANUVIA Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes that are not listed in Medication Guides.

Do not use JANUVIA for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give JANUVIA to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. It may harm them.

This Medication Guide summarizes the most important information about JANUVIA. If you would like to know more information, talk with your doctor. You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for additional information about JANUVIA that is written for health professionals. For more information, go to www.JANUVIA.com or call 1-800-622-4477.

What are the ingredients in JANUVIA? Active ingredient: sitagliptin Inactive ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, anhydrous dibasic calcium phosphate, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, and sodium stearyl fumarate. The tablet film coating contains the following inactive ingredients: polyvinyl alcohol, polyethylene glycol, talc, titanium dioxide, red iron oxide, and yellow iron oxide.

What is type 2 diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which your body does not make enough insulin, and the insulin that your body produces does not work as well as it should. Your body can also make too much sugar. When this happens, sugar (glucose) builds up in the blood. This can lead to serious medical problems.

High blood sugar can be lowered by diet and exercise, and by certain medicines when necessary.

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Apple v. Samsung Court Ruling Puts Small Businesses at Risk Beyond the Rhetoric

By Harry C. Alford On the surface, the Apple/Samsung trial that recently concluded appears to be a minor win for Samsung in a long-running patent war.

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit cut Samsung’s damages payment from $930 million to $548 million, a substantial reduction in penalty.

The legal reasoning behind the Court’s decision has, however, validated some of Apple’s most corrosive arguments and opened an entirely new can of worms for the future of design patent litigation. Worst of all, these consequences won’t just be limited to technology conglomerates like Apple and Samsung; they will percolate throughout the economy and affect businesses everywhere, particularly in our society’s most vulnerable and underprivileged communities.

For consumers, particularly minorities, the Court’s ruling raises questions about innovation and competition. Patents are meant to protect companies that innovate and create. But the Court’s ruling places less certainty on design patent interpretation, and opens the floodgates for increased litigation on design patents.

Harry C. Alford In short, the Court ruled that Apple’s complaint over Samsung’s infringement of certain design features (such as the “rounded rectangle” shape of smartphones) was valid, and that this infringement entitled Apple to damages despite the fact that these patents are irrelevant to customers’ purchasing decisions. This is an extremely troubling precedent to set, as it means that basic elements of design, such as shapes, can be patented and used as the basis for extremely costly lawsuits.

If companies can patent something as straightforward as “rounded rectangles,” and can potentially

sue for the infringer’s profits even though the shape is likely unrelated to the features that prompt customers to actually purchase a product, then the sky is the limit for predatory litigants. The ramifications will not just be limited to the so-called “smartphone wars” either, but will spread throughout the economy as a new breed of patent trolls race to find businesses to sue on the pretext of design patent infringement.

Today, African Americans own only 5.5 percent of U.S. businesses and only a measly 4 percent of high-tech enterprises. Many of the National Black Chamber of Commerce’s 10,000 members own patents to compete against other firms that also hold patents. Becoming involved in a design patent war could shutter many minorityowned businesses.

Even worse, the law now holds that business owners found responsible for selling a product that infringes on a design patent are also liable for profits from its sale. This extreme extension of liability could cripple a small business. If a convenience store owner in an underprivileged neighborhood is found to have sold a potato chip brand whose bag violates a design patent, the resulting penalties could easily

put him or her out of business. This is totally counterproductive to the pressing priority of using business and economic growth to help uplift underprivileged communities.

This extension of legal culpability also makes no practical sense. Is a small business owner supposed to validate that each and every product he or she sells does not violate design patents? The answer is obviously no.

Because of the Court’s unfortunate ruling, we can only hope that Congress will override this damaging interpretation of the law through a legislative fix. Without this step, there is a substantial chance that the very patent trolls that both the House and Senate are currently working so hard to cripple will simply shift from their current tactics to design patent litigation. In fact, if the Court’s reasoning stands, design patent litigation will likely be even more financially rewarding for unscrupulous patent trolls than their current practices, making our problem even worse.

As the NBCC previously wrote, litigation costs for companies sued by trolls can range from $2 million to $8 million. Minority-owned companies struggling to make ends meet cannot afford hefty litigation costs, let alone the threat of more trolls knocking on their doors and

the potential of owing total profits on a product they sell. The Court’s unwillingness to define design patent law interpretation is damaging to African-American companies, the consumers they serve, and the communities they support.

There is so much more on the line in this case than the $548 million that Samsung owes Apple. The consequences of the Court’s ruling have the potential to permeate every part of the economy as design patents become the default crutch for people and companies willing to twist the law to make a quick buck.

Samsung and Apple are both multi-billion dollar conglomerates that can afford hefty legal fees, as well as suffer the occasional setback in court. The Black small business owners who work seven days a week to barely make ends meet, however, are the last people prepared to deal with a flood of unwarranted litigation. They will truly feel the brunt of the mistake that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has made, not the world’s biggest electronics firms.

Mr. Alford is the co-founder, President/CEO of the National Black Chamber of Commerce®. Website: www.nationalbcc.org Email: halford@nationalbcc.org.

Black Boys Do More than Run

By George E. Curry NNPA Columnist I recently attended my grandson Austin Ragland’s graduation from pre-school in Buford, Ga. Yes, you read correctly – pre-school. It’s never too soon to begin celebrating academic achievement, as his graduation from pre-school attests. So, PaPa was excited about going to Austin’s graduation ceremony and seeing him don a cap and gown for the first time to receive his “diploma.”

In addition to wanting to support every significant event in Austin’s life, PaPa realizes, to borrow a phrase from Jesse Jackson, that he has more yesterdays than tomorrows. I don’t know how many such celebrations I’ll be around for, so the sooner we begin celebrating, the better.

At 5 years old, Austin is extremely smart. He read more books than anyone else in his age-group and thanks to his parents, learning is fun to him. He frequently wants to practice his site words, even on weekends, without being asked and loves reading to Grammy.

I was expecting to hear some reference to Austin’s quickly developing intellect at his graduation, but was I ever disappointed. Miffed is a www.chicagocrusader.com

George E. Curry more accurate description. Naw, I was pissed.

When it was Austin’s turn to receive his diploma, he had been instructed to run to the front of the room, which he did.

“Austin Ragland – as you can see, he’s our best boy runner,” the presiding teacher said. “He’s really fast.

Give me a hug.”

I said beneath my breath, “He does more than run.” And the more I thought about it, the angrier I became.

Let’s be clear: Austin’s pre-school has done a wonderful job providing him with a firm educational foundation. I believe his teachers are good-hearted, caring individuals who have Austin’s best interests at

heart. Still, I find it troubling that of all the things they could have said about Austin, they chose to focus on his speed.

To be fair, they did the same things to some of Austin’s white classmates – one boy was praised for his athletic skills. So, I don’t view it as conscious racism. But I don’t know Austin’s white classmates, I know him. And I know how critical it is to highlight brain over brawn.

Fortunately, Austin is a good athlete – he plays basketball and soccer – and he’s an excellent student. But his parents and grandparents want him to know that what he does academically is far more important than what he does on the basketball court or soccer field. In my grandson’s case, he will definitely get that reinforcement from his family. But I fear some of his friends might not receive the message. And that’s why it’s so important that educators be aware of the messages they are consciously and unconsciously transmitting to young Black boys in particular.

As education consultant and prolific author Jawanza Kunjufu observes, “Visit a kindergarten class and observe Black boys in action. They’re eager, they sit in the front, they’re on task. They love learning.”

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But by the time they are in the 9th grade, they have absorbed a different message, one where academics are not valued as much as they should be.

Kunjufu explained, “Boys don’t drop out in the 12th grade. They physically drop out in the ninth grade, but they emotionally and academically drop out in the fourth grade.”

A contributing factor, according to Kunjufu, is the composition of the teaching force.

“Can you imagine African Americans may be the only group expecting someone else to educate their children?” he wrote. “White female teachers constitute 83 percent of the U.S. elementary teaching force.

African American students are 17 percent of public school students nationwide, but represent only 6 percent of the teachers.

“Unfortunately, African American males constitute only 1 percent of the teaching population. There are schools without one African American male academic teacher. They are employed as custodians, security guards, and P.E. teachers. Often schools will hire an African American male to be assistant principal which translates into being in charge of all male behavioral problems.”

Make no mistake about it, Black

girls, who are suspended or expelled from school at higher rates than White girls, also deserve special attention and should not be ignored in the rush to create new programs and opportunities for Black boys and men. Still, visit any college campus and you’ll notice the severe underrepresentation of Black males.

After the graduation ceremony, one of the administrators told Grammy that Austin will be attending a challenging kindergarten in the fall and volunteered, “He’ll probably be placed in the gifted class.”

To me, sharing that with the audience would have been much better than merely proclaiming that he was the fastest student in the class. He was also one of the smartest and that should not have been overlooked.

George E. Curry, former editor-inchief of Emerge magazine, is editor-inchief of the National Newspaper Publishers Association News Service (NNPA) and BlackPressUSA.com. He is a keynote speaker, moderator, and media coach. Curry can be reached through his Web site, www.georgecurry.com. You can also follow him at www.twitter.com/currygeorge and his George E. Curry Fan Page on Facebook. See previous columns at http://www.georgecurry.com/columns.

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A Message to African American Graduates Dr. Conrad Worrill, Director/Professor, Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies (CCICS) located at 700 East Oakwood Blvd, Chicago, Illinois, 60653, 773268-7500, Fax: 773-268-3835.

E-mail: c-worrill@neiu.edu, Website: www. ccics-chicago.org, Twitter: @CCICS_Chicago

Dr. Conrad Worrill Once again, I am sharing my annual graduation speech in hopes that it will help African people in America understand the real meaning of these rites of passage for thousands of our young people who will be participating in commencement exercises affirming their graduation from elementary, middle school, high school, and college in the next few

weeks.

Your life has just begun today brothers and sisters. This is probably one of the most important days in your life as you make this transition, this rite of passage in moving toward another stage in your development as young Africans in America.

I’d like to congratulate your teachers, parents, guardians, and extended family members who are with you today and who have supported you in reaching this critical stage of your life at this critical hour in history.

I want to have a brief but serious talk with you today brothers and sisters. It has been predicted that within the 21st century, if current trends continue, 70 percent of African men in America between the ages of 16 and 28 will be either in jail or addicted to drugs and/or alcohol. Increasingly, this same trend is occurring with African females in America.

One of the purposes of our educational pursuits is to turn this devastating trend around.

What does all this mean today as you graduate from this educational institution that professes to be dedicated to the academic and cultural development of young people like you? As young Black people, or Africans in America, about to enter a new stage in life, let me define what being Black and African really means.

First, it is color of your African ancestry.

Second, it is culture: practicing a lifestyle that recognizes the importance of our African and African in American heritage and traditions. I am speaking of an African culture that is geared to the values that will facilitate the present and future development of our people.

Third, it is consciousness. We should always be conscious of our strength, beauty, and potential as African people. In this connection, we should always interpret all situations from the standpoint of the greatest good for the greatest number of Africans in the world. This is called the African principle.

Fourth and finally, Black or being African means commitment. It means a willingness to work tirelessly in the interests of African people and all oppressed humanity.

So it is today that I am challenging you to continue on the path of becoming independent African people who are not dependent on others outside of our communities for the things we can do for ourselves.

I am challenging you as you make this rite of passage to prepare yourselves to become committed to the struggle for the just and common cause for the liberation and redemption of African people worldwide.

This dedication to the common

cause goes beyond the resources of one generation. It means we must always learn from previous generations. We must always learn from the wisdom of our ancestors using this knowledge as a way of seeking and struggling for a better way of life for African people based on goals and objectives in our own best interests.

In other words, we must stop killing each other over bruised egos, over material items and drugs that other people manufacture and bring into our communities. We must stop the killing!

We must seek to prepare the generations to come to develop the skills and resources for making our ultimate freedom and liberation a reality. As Malcolm X always said, “education is the passport to freedom.”

As the late, renowned, African in American educator, psychologist, and historian Dr. Asa G. Hilliard, III writes in SBA: The Reawakening of the African Mind, “We Africans… have not viewed our problems holistically. After years of living under conditions of extreme oppression, we have settled for limited definitions of our problem.”

Dr. Hilliard explains; “A classic example may be taken from the period of the Civil Rights Movement. The evil and gross injustice of slavery and

segregation violated the civil rights of African people and had to be addressed. However, the necessary task of fighting for civil rights was insufficient to allow for the healing of a people. Our healing requires a greater conceptual frame than that provided by civil rights.”

Dr. Hilliard continues with this insight: “First we must see ourselves as an African people, or we will be unable to develop this critical frame.

Second, we must understand not only the role that white supremacy has played in our subjugation, but also the role that we ourselves have played by not practicing self determination in our struggle to counter the MAAFA (this is a KiSwahili term that means disaster or as Marimba Ani has conceptualized it to mean the African holocaust of Eurasian enslavement/colonialism).”

Remember parents, teachers, and students as our esteemed ancestor Dr. John Henrik Clarke repeatedly warned, “Powerful people never teach powerless people how to take power from them. Education is one of the most sensitive arenas in the life of a people. Its role is to be honest and true and to tell people where they have been and what they are.”

Most importantly, Dr. Clarke points out that the role of education and history is to “tell a people where they (Continued on page 9)

Has Justice Ever Been Blind?

By Julianne Malveaux When racist attitudes, either conscious or subconscious, are combined with the discretionary powers that law enforcement officers have, the result is a differential outcome, with African Americans more likely to be the targets of “blind justice.” Regardless of this, too many politicians are rewarded when they say they are “tough on crime.” Actually they are exploiting subconscious racism, and pandering to explicit racial fears.

Soledad O’Brien documented some of these attitudes in her most recent “Black In America” series. In one of the interviews a young Black man was stopped more than 100 times as he stood outside his college. Of course, he’d done nothing wrong, but police officers, “doing their duty,” felt free to harass him.

In a more telling segment two young men, one Black and one white, were charged with “stealing” a bike to show how members of the public responded to 8

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watching the apparent theft. The young men were dressed similarly – tee shirts, casual pants, caps.

People walked by as the white guy did everything he could to break the lock on the bike, even as he used a chain cutter. One even offered to help him take “his” bike, even though he acknowledged it was not his.

Within moments of the Black man approaching the bike, white people, one or two of whom called 911 surrounded him. As opposed to the benign response the white guy got, the Black guy was simply assumed to be a criminal.

How does this play out on the streets and with “officers of the law?” Police officers use their discretion selectively. A Black man (Eric Garner) selling loose cigarettes is manhandled, arrested, and dies when he is choked and cannot breathe. Most have seen the video by now, and wonder why Daniel Pantaleo was not charged with any crime, even though he used an illegal chokehold on Garner. Pantaleo could

Dr. Julianne Malveaux have told Garner to move on, or he would risk arrest. Instead Pantaleo and his posse of lawless cowboys chose to kill the man.

Would a white man be similarly treated, or did unconscious racism play into the callous way Eric Garner was treated?

During the late 1990s, Giuliani’s “stop and frisk” policies mean that African American men were stopped more than five

times as frequently as Caucasians, even though these frisks led to nothing more than the humiliation of Black men, some simply coming off the subway or walking down the street. Hispanic men were stopped about three times as likely as Caucasians.

White men were stopped and frisked less frequently than others. Unconscious racism? Discretion? The law sanctions both.

Stop and frisk incidents increased dramatically with no concomitant increase in crime. However, since New York Mayor Bill Blasio took office, the number of stop and frisk incidents has dropped by almost three quarters, again with no increase in crime. It appears that whether stop and frisk occurrences are aggressive or gentler; the incidence of crime does not increase.

There are many occurrences where police can make discretionary decisions. First, they can decide whom to stop. Then when they stop they don’t have to arrest or frisk. A simple conversation that explains the reason for the

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stop will yield a more favorable outcome than wrestling someone to the ground, knee in his or her back, or handcuffing someone without explaining why. Police resistance to the use of body cameras suggests these officers know that they are out of order in dealing with the public. Once someone is arrested, the police have the right to charge him or her with a minor crime or let them go. Finally, prosecutors can decline to bring charges. All of these decisions can be minimized or maximized, based on discretion.

Justice is not blind when police officers use discretion to stop one segment of the population to harshly mistreat and let the other population slide. If police officers wonder why there is antipathy and distrust toward them in the African American community, somebody needs to tell them that their use of discretion suggests that justice is hardly blind.

Julianne Malveaux is an author and economist. She can be reached at www.juliannemalveaux.com. www.chicagocrusader.com

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By Ima Gontellit

– Ima –

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OOPS, WE FORGOT How come all dem people mad about the Jackie Robinson West mess have suddenly forgotten dat they promised “justice” and “takin’ it to de man” on behalf of that cute, all-Black baseball team that was cheated out of their national title because of two bitter, ugly, white men who teamed up to conspire to do so. One of the boy’s mother supposedly told somebody who told somebody else that she knew them (n words) weren’t gone do nothing–that’s

hands. Sorry little boys from Jackie Robinson West–if you had been some little white kids, all hell would still be breaking loose.

– Ima – TOLD YOU We tol yahll De Tiny Emperor was fixin’ to clean house–and now that he’s started with his board of education flunkies, he’s on his way to City Colleges and all the rest of his powers. The kindler, gentler mayor, has taken a page out of Daley’s playbook and has decided to hire a whole bunch of

– Ima – DEAL MAKING What’s this we hear about Kwame Raoul cutting a deal to be the next congressman from the 7th congressional district; and that Ald. Sawyer is being looked at to replace the leader in the first congressional—that is if he pulls off the property tax increase by tricking Negroes in his well-off, but gun-infested ward, that by raising their property taxes, that

HAPPY BIRTHDAY To de Crusader newspapers and all de fines people who been workin’ on the paper thru the years–the ones that’s still living that is. Ima remembers getting her first edition. Let’s see I was 32years-old and had a crush on a Teamster with a bad hip. He had something called the Crusader handout for the Negro Labor Relations Board and it was written in white people’s English. I had to

find somebody to translate all them big words into down home talk and as soon as they did, I knew then that dis paper was something special. Back then it seemed Negroes and Coloreds and the High Yellas had some dignity left so they wouldn’t just settle for anythang the white folks did.

They fought back, most of the time—and you could at least count on one or two leaders to actually mean dey words. Not today, you can’t trust nobody—because its all about that long green. So here’s a Ima Gontellit shout out to Dorothy Leavell, John Smith and all the writers, readers and people who gets mad reading this foolishness I write. Here’s to another 75 years.

– Ima – GAINING WEIGHT

Wow, looks lak all that butt kissin’ and cow towing to Bruce “I’m A Mad Man” Rauner, the new Republican governor, has paid off for one of his Negro wenches. She is now spilling out her dress and looks to have put on about 15 pounds since the man took office. We hear she was also seen at a steak house chewing real loud and grinning with friends the day after the governor vowed to cut subsidies for baby food, diabetes medicine and more express lines at Jewels.

– Ima – YOUNG BIRDS CHIRPING

Jackie Robinson West why she didn’t show up to Operation P.U.S.H. to be on no stage with the Country Preacher.

“What he gone do? Nothing,” she said–and it seems she was very right. What happened to all dem preachers, activists, and aldermen who said they would go after the Little League honchos on behalf of these babies? Seems lak everybody done forgot since the cameras gone and the boys ain’t on the front page no more. Dere in lies de problem in this town–with these hustlin’, sell-out, half-ass, Negros who don’t follow up no doo doo. Dats why our community ain’t got too much of nothing, the chilruns is out here killing up everybody, and the whites, Irish, Polish, Italians, Jews, West Indians, Arabs, Continental Africans, East Indians, Asians, gays and everybody other than us–think we are a bunch of fools. Look at how these people who have pimped the hopes and dreams of our folk and stood on the shoulders of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, Rosa Parks, Stokely Carmichael, Petey Wheatstraw and Moms Mabley sell us down the river quicker than a slave driver with time on his

A Message to African American . . .

(Continued from page 8) still must go.” next stage of your development in This is a great day for you who the cycle of life. have made this step in your rite of passage and transition. We congratuA Luta Continua the struggle late you in the name of all of our an- continues and we will conquer cestors and send you forward to the without a doubt. Hotep (peace)! www.chicagocrusader.com

males on dey way to the Senate from California and Chicago.

Negro people (mostly Black women) to do his bidding going forward. After throwing the school chief under the bus after she allegedly hooked up her homies with SCUPES, de mayor has decided that the people who

Mayor Rahm Emanuel will utter all his decrees against everyday folk are gonna be Negro citizens who have paid the cost to be the overseer. Now we hear there’s trouble brewin’ on that planning commission thing and the Alphabet people may be snooping in the records of some people who ain’t directly connected to the fifth floor, but love suckin’ up to him for crumbs. At least one of them was caught up in a state scandal that went nowhere.

Hmmmm??

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Kwame Raoul some how the city will avoid the fake bankruptcy that the new governor is pretending he wants for Chicago. We hear the Translucent Panther is not too happy having been told its “time to sit down,” and that he has been given de order to tell all his loved ones who don’t care that he rarely says or does anything that he is to say he needs to “focus on his health.” We hear that on de West Side, Danny “I AM Paul Robe-

Corey Booker son” Davis is being told he is exhibiting some troubling signs that, he, too, will have to say his “health” is of a concern to make way for de whites folks Oreo to go to Congress to join all them other Oreos currently there lak Corey Booker, that Negro from South Carolina and the two sell-out fe-

Ima was takin’ a strool in her hover round when she was overcome by a group of youth with they pants hanging down ‘round they knees. One of them had much to say about how the youth are tired of being pushed around and they will no longer listen to them “old ass (n words)” who never “come around us until they need us to show up at they meetings.” It seems one was angry that he attended a high-level meeting with a high-level Negro leader only to be smiled at, asked about if they wanted a record deal, and preached to about violence. The young boy with nappy dreadlocks said, “We ain’t lookin’ for no handouts, we need the money to do our own thing. We ain’t trying to get no deals with no record labels. I went to City College. I can fix cars. These (n-words) been at the game for over 30, 40 or 50 years and they still out here beggin.’ That’s why when we take these streets they ain’t in charge. I don’t care about eatin’ in they nasty restaurant and nothing about no march that happened 20 years ago. What’s going on today? I wasn’t even born. My brother been locked up since he was 15. All us in jail and they ain’t marched down there to get us out. They ain’t marched on no police out here robbing us. They ain’t marched on these banks and currency exchanges out here stealing our money–takin’ money out our checks. But they want to march on us about some violence and some gun (cussword).” The boy said some other stuff, but he was all over de place and he mentioned the word “Empire” and Ima’s hearing aid went off.

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Mount Carmel Students Caravan Abroad Mount Carmel students caravanned abroad during spring break as part of Mount Carmel’s study abroad program. This year two trips took place, allowing students to experience various cultures and interests. Participation in the travel abroad program is open to all Mount Carmel students.

Mr. Sean Sweany, Latin teacher and Director of Student Activities, took nine students to Ireland, Wales, London and Paris. For many students this was their first time traveling abroad. “These trips expose students to a new culture,” commented Sweany. “It is a great opportunity to learn how to travel, how to respect other cultures and gain a better understanding of how other people live.”

The highlight of the students’ trip was visiting Terenure College, a Carmelite college in Dublin, Ireland. Students had the opportunity spend the day playing rugby

with the college’s team.

Students also had the opportunity to visit famous landmarks like Calvary National Park, the London Eye, Big Ben, Notre Dame, the Louvre, and Eiffel Tower.

Mr. Antonio Mota, Spanish teacher and chess team moderator, took another group of students to Rome, Assisi, Florence, Lucca and Barcelona. “Because Mount Carmel is such a diverse school our students thrive during these trips,” explained Mota. “They are able to hone their foreign language skills and gain a greater sense of independence.”

Students were in Rome during the Easter holiday and had a unique opportunity to see Pope Francis’ Easter blessing (Urbi et Orbi). During their time at the Parthenon in Rome, they met with former Mount Carmel President, Fr. Carl Markelz, O.Carm.

THE MOUNT CARMEL students also traveled to Ireland, Wales, London and Paris during spring break as part of Mount Carmel’s study abroad program. Pictured at the Parliament in London: Tom Doyle (Morgan Park, Chicago), Nick Sloan (Burnham, Chicago), Max Coduti (St. John, IN), Jake Polewaczyk (Steger, IL), Jake Gurgevich (Crown Point, IN), John Mallee (Schererville, IN), Branimir Illic (South Deering, Chicago), and Pat Kaminski (St. John, IN).

South Shore Drill Team performs in Millennium Park Generations come together for June 27 show at Harris Theater in Millennium Park

THE CARAVAN TRAVELED to Rome, Assisi, Florence, Lucca and Barcelona during spring break as part of Mount Carmel’s study abroad program. Pictured at the Parthenon in Rome: Alec Eldorado (Bridgeview, IL), Mr. John Nelson, Michael Goodman (Dyer, IN), Daniel Rodriguez (East Side, Chicago) Saul Gonzalez (East Side, Chicago), Jonah Nuno Sheldon (Park Forest, IL), Gilbert Tyson (South Holland, IL), Christopher Johnson (Homewood, IL), Fr. Carl Markelz, former Mount Carmel president O. Carm., and Mr. Antonio Mota.

Sandra Nelson named AVP at Concordia University Sandra Nelson, of River Forest was recently named Assistant Vice President (AVP) for Major Gifts and Planned Giving at Concordia University Chicago. In this role, she will be responsible for providing pivotal leadership and support to new and existing strategic fundraising initiatives in the University’s Foundation office.

The role is the latest achievement for Nelson as she continues a storybook ride at the pinnacles of some of the Chicago’s prominent corporations.

“Philanthropy has changed so much in the last five to ten years.

We must ensure that we are meeting the needs and expectations of our donors and the community around us,” Nelson says. “I’m looking forward to conversations with the campus community and beyond to help develop tactics for a bright and successful future.”

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Sandra Nelson Nelson served for more than nine years as the President of the Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Foundation. In that role, she was responsible for securing the first seven and eight figure gifts and led a successful

capital campaign to finance the construction of a new hospital. Prior to that role, Nelson, served as Vice President of the Foundation, Corporate and Government Relations at Advocate Charitable Foundation, Director of Donor Services for the Chicago Community Trust, and Director of Development and Communication for the Presbyterian Church of the United States.

“Sandra’s extensive experience in capital campaigns as well as her strong relationships in the Chicago region will benefit the university significantly,” says Jim Miller, President of the Concordia University Chicago Foundation. “Her success as a strategic planner will also help us strengthen CUC’s long term financial strategy.”

Nelson earned a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Education from Northwestern University and is also a certified fund raising executive.

South Shore Drill Team celebrates its 35th anniversary with a high-energy performance featuring youth from Chicago’s Southside on Saturday, June 27 at 7 p.m. at the Harris Theater. The wide range of dance includes classical, gospel, and hip hop music combined with electrifying precision-drilling which makes this group the standard bearer in its genre and delights audiences of all ages.

“Our goal is to showcase the talent of these young people and raise the visibility of youth focused on building a future for themselves,” explains Arthur Robertson, founder and director of the team.

Tickets for the event are $20,

with discounts available for groups of ten or more. To order tickets, visit the Harris Theater Box Office at 205 E. Randolph or HarrisTheaterChicago.org or call 312- 334-7777. Proceeds will fund education support, employment training, court diversion, and other youth programs.

South Shore Drill Team uses performing arts to engage youth throughout their critical teenage years, mitigate the dangers of gangs, drugs, and violence, and guide members towards completing their education. For the past three years, 100 percent of the team’s high school seniors graduated and nearly all are in college. Last year, the group served 300 youth ages 8-21 and performed at 87 events in seven states. For more information, visit SouthShoreDrillTeam.org.

THE SOUTH SHORE Drill Team was established in 1980 and began with four neighborhood children twirling wooden rifles and has grown into a nationally-known organization that performs at more than 125 events and serves more than 300 young people every year.

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Englewood celebrates Kool & the Gang Day in Chicago On June 25, 2015 a community celebration of “Kool & the Gang Day in Chicago” will take place in Englewood’s historic Hamilton Park, located 513 W. 72nd Place from 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

The 6th Ward Alderman Roderick Sawyer, A.G.R.E.E., CDG Marketing LLC, Illinois Black Chamber of

Robert “Kool” Bell Commerce (IBBC), and MACEO, Inc. 501(c)(3) will join business leaders, the community and Green-

tech groups for a FREE unity family fun fest. Between 3,000-5,000 attendees are expected to enjoy a daylong unity festival with food, give-aways, live entertainment, spoken word and special guests. Englewood’s own Native Son and International Award Winning King of Poetry “BLAQ ICE,” will serve as Special Guest MC. A call for unity goes out to celebs nationwide as well.

R&B legends Kool & the Gang will be presented with an honoring proclamation for 50 years of inspirational entertainment while highlighting Green Energy for all and grassroots economic, social and cultural development.

Robert “Kool” Bell, Global Ambassador for Sustainable Energy for A.G.R.E.E. – USA remarks, “We appreciate the honor of being recognized for our 50 years of service, but it’s our honor to be in Chicago and inspire the communities, like Englewood, that most need hope, vision and support....”

“Kool” went on to declare “…my mission is to not only help bring light to the billion people worldwide living without electricity, but to offer viable, affordable, renewable and sustainable solutions that will address the problem and improve the

Kool & The Gang quality of life whether in Africa, the Caribbean or right here in challenged communities like Englewood. Our wealth is in each other.

We must cherish life, cherish one another and cherish the love…”

Larry Ivory, president of the IBCC stated “…we see the Kool & The Gang Day in Chicago’s Englewood Unity Family Fun Fest as an

opportunity for the business community to show our love and appreciation for the people that keep us in business and highlight the wealth in skills, products and services that we possess collectively. We also love the opportunity to give back to our youth and let them know together we can build a healthy, safe and prosperous future.”

Organizers of this event’s goals are to bring support for the development of The CDG Marketing housing and mixed commercial use projects, the creating of a community based micro-grid providing renewable, affordable energy for the community, energy-based job creation, urban gardens and entrepreneurial training and support.

It’s Our Time: Community Buy Black March June 6 Thousands of people have participated in many marches but the greatest march ever is scheduled for Saturday, June 6.

The public is asked to assemble at 79th & Perry at 10 a.m. The actual parade will commence at 12:00 noon west on 79th Street, and proceed west on 79th to Hermitage.

Come out and meet and march in the parade with Min. Rahim Aton aka Sax Preacher, the President of the United American Progress Association (organized in 1961). The marchers will hold a

Mass “Buy Black” Rally and vendors market at 1716 W. 79th St. Business people, non-business; religious people and others will march.

Bring all the children you can.

Organizers believe this will be one of the greatest marches ever because past marches were just that – Marches. The Community Buy Black March will encourage participants to buy Black by marching parade participants right through the Black business community.

Out of the many marches in the past they have never gotten Blacks

to march with their dollars to the right places. This is what this march is all about, getting people to march with their dollars where they will create jobs for some of the many unemployed Blacks.

This event is supported by The Temple of Mercy Association, Franklin Lodge #25, The United American Progress Association, The Dr. Webb Evans Community Development Corporation, and The Black Wall Street Districts-Chicago, Pastors of Englewood, UNIAALC Chapter 429.

THE PRESIDENT OF the United American Progress Association, Min. Rahim Aton, is photographed with the organization’s founder the late Webb Evans at one of the previous marches. www.chicagocrusader.com

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OUTDOOR FOOD AND merchant vendors will be on hand to provide refreshments, as well as shopping for parade goers and participants.

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ENTERTAINMENT

By Raymond Ward

SUMMER AND FALL JAZZ: Chicago's home for "live" smooth jazz and R&B, has now moved into two intimate showrooms: The Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel and The Fairmont Hotel in downtown Chicago. There's an exciting summer and fall schedule planned, with some of the most iconic names in music schedule to perform so make sure you save the following dates and plan on an evening of smooth jazz...and soul!

Saturday, June 13, 2015 Saxophonist Richard Elliot 6:30 PM and 9:30 PM Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel

By Elaine Hegwood Bowen, MSJ

13th Annual African Diaspora International Film Festival The Chicago African Diaspora International Film Festival (ADIFF) is back to celebrate 13 years of consecutive work in the Windy City. To be held from June 12-18, hosted

by Facets Cinémathèque and pre-

sented by ArtMattan Productions, the festival will showcase 17 documentary and fiction films set in The United States, Angola, Cuba, Brazil, Canada, Haiti, St Vincent, New Zealand, the UK, Senegal,

Saturday, July 18, 2015 Marion Meadows, Vincent Ingala and Steve Oliver 8:00 PM Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel Saturday, August 15, 2015 The Jazz, Funk and Soul Tour featuring Jeff Lorber, Everette Harp and Chuck Loeb 6:30 PM and 9:30 PM The Fairmont Hotel

Marion Meadows

Saturday, September 26, 2015 Gerald Albright with Special Guest Vocalist Selina Albright 6:00 PM and 9:30 PM Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel Saturday, October 24, 2015 Pieces of a Dream 6:30 PM and 9:30 PM Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel

Selina Albright

STANLEY ANN DUNHAM was an anthropologist with a Ph.D., a lifelong traveler and the mother of the first Black president of the United States. Her intelligence, progressive politics and activism made for a profound life—one whose inspiration continues to resonate through her son, President Barack Obama. The “largeness of her heart,” as her son describes it, is the centerpiece of this inspiring documentary. Sat. June 13 at 6:30 p.m.

Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Argentina, Uruguay, and Honduras.

The festival will open with the U.S. premiere of “Black (NWA),” a fiction film that chronicles the lives of four people living in a neighborhood plagued by poverty and violence, aspiring to freedom and happiness. “This gritty look at gang culture in Montreal North is incredibly timely, in that central to the drama are the tense relations between the police and the Black community. This has become a hot-button issue in recent months following a number of controversial high-profile cases of police officers in the United States shooting unarmed Black men.”--Montreal Gazette. Lead actor Remy St Eloi will be in attendance for a discussion after the screening.

Several films in this year’s ADIFF had their premiere in major international film festivals. Based on a novel by “Whale Rider” writer Witi Ihimaera, “White Lies” – New Zealand’s entry in the 2014 Oscar competition for best foreign-language film and Toronto International Film Festival official selection – is an intense drama that explores with great humanity and sensitivity such difficult topics as race relations, bleaching and abortion.

First presented at the Montreal World Film Festival is the Chicago Premiere of the impressive epic drama based on a true story, “Njinga Queen of Angola” about a 17th (Continued on page 16)

Saturday, October 31, 2015 Acoustic Alchemy 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel Saturday, November 14, 2015 Norman Brown 6:30 PM and 9:30 PM Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel

Norman Brown

For tickets and more information please visit www.SmoothChicago.com, or telephone 312-725-0740. I'll see you there.

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SUMMER NIGHTS AT BROOKFIELD ZOO:Brookfield Zoo’s newest summertime event is back, and it’s bigger and better than ever, with more evenings than before. From 4 p.m. until 9 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, June 5 - August 8 (20 Nights), enjoy Brookfield Zoo in a new light with cooler evening weather, enhanced dining, beer and wine gardens, roaming performers, kids’ entertainment, live music, and a new laser light show, all surrounded by wildlife and nature.

For more information, call (708) 6888000 or visit www.CZS.org/Events.

MILLENNIUM PARK HOSTS FREE SUMMER WORKOUTS: Jump start your weekend with the Summer Workouts in Millennium Park on Saturdays, June 6–September 5, beginning at 7 a.m. Guests are invited to stretch, kick and dance the summer away each Saturday as instructors take them through Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates and Zumba® classes accompanied by live music and drumming. All workouts are FREE and take place on the Great Lawn.

Throughout the summer, the 45minute classes are taught by different instructors, offering variety and excitement. Additionally, for Chicagoans and visitors looking for a midweek workout, Wednesday Yoga returns this year on Wednesdays through September 2, 7:30 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. The full Saturdays Summer Workouts schedule includes: June 6 27; Tai Chi, 7 a.m., led by Christopher Zalek from Great Lakes Tai Chi; Yoga, 8 a.m., led by Lani Granum of Moksha Yoga; Pilates, 9 a.m., led by At the Core Pilates & Yoga, and Zumba®, 10 a.m. led by Iris T. London of ITL Fitness. Live music during yoga and Pilates by Carlo Basile of Las Guitarras de Espana and Friends Drumming during Zumba® by The Rhythm Revolution Drummers.

UNITED RUN FOR THE ZOO 5K/10K REGISTRATION OPEN: On your mark, get set, go register for United Run for the Zoo! Registration is OPEN for Lincoln Park Zoo’s 33rd annual 5K run/walk, 10K run and children’s obstacle course, which takes place on Saturday, June 7. The four race options vary in price with early bird registration at www.lpzoo.org.

The USATF-chip timed race attracts about 5,000 runners and walkers annually and often sells out before race day. As one of the oldest short-distance races in Chicago, this year’s course is largely on zoo grounds; allowing runners to wind past winged creatures, gallop alongside gazelles and race next to rhinos. After you complete the race, join all participants for a post-race party on the zoo’s Main Mall. United Run for the Zoo needs about 200 volunteers to make this another successful event. Those interested in learning about race-day volunteer opportunities and benefits can www.chicagocrusader.com

email volunteer@lpzoo.org. For runners looking for an additional challenge or training for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Lincoln Park Zoo is recruiting up to 40 enthusiastic runners to join LPZoo26.2, a marathon training team. Runners interested in joining LPZoo26.2 can email lpzoo26.2@lpzoo.org for more information. For more information on Lincoln Park Zoo, to register for United Run for the Zoo or join LPZoo26.2, visit www.lpzoo.org.

AYODELE DRUM AND DANCE: Join Ayodele at the American Rhythm Center (ARC) for an Intro to African Dance class! This is a beginner-level adult class designed to provide an energetic experience in a cultural context. Feel the power of live drumming as you learn the history as well as how to move your body. Are you ready to move?? Then join them as they dance from the soul! Mondays: June 8 - August 10, 2015, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the American Rhythm Center at the Fine Arts Building, 410 S. Michigan, Chicago, IL. Cost: $10 per class or $100 for 10 classes.

ACTIVITIES AT THE SHEDD AQUARIUM: Stingray Touch - Visit Shedd’s outdoor exhibit and feel the silky-smooth backs of cow nose rays and see the graceful glide of the yellow rays at Stingray Touch. Sponsored by Walgreens, this exhibit provides a hands-on, kid-friendly experience for the whole family. It is ONGOING, and is included in a Total Experience Pass or CityPASS. Cost: $5 ($3 for members) add-on with Shedd Pass or General Admission.

Behind-the-scenes tour: See Shedd from the perspective of our animal care staff during a 50-minute guided behind-the-scenes tour. At the animal healthcare center, participants will see how preventive care and innovative water-quality practices keep the animals healthy. Then they’ll go behind the galleries to view the aquarium from a new angle, see where nutritious meals are prepared for some of their 32,000 animals and witness Shedd Aquarium at work. Tours are offered Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.

From the last week in June through Labor Day weekend, tours are offered daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Cost: $55.95 for guests age 12 and older; $46.95 for guests ages 10-11; $20 for members.

MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY EXHIBITS: The Art of the Bicycle is ONGOING through 2018 at the Museum of Science and Industry. See some of the Museum’s most fascinating–and rarely exhibited–historic bicycles, juxtaposed with the coolest, fastest and most high-tech bikes currently on the market, in The Art of the Bicycle. Invented 200 years

THE ILLINOIS BLACK CHAMBER of Commerce held its annual lobby day hosted by President and CEO, Larry Ivory on April 15 at the state capital in Springfield. It is the largest gathering of Black business leaders and chamber members for the purpose of meeting with relevant legislators and other business people on matters that impact Black businesses. The Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce is the leading voice of the Black business community in the State of Illinois. ago, the bicycle has been continuously reshaped and re-engineered to make riding safer, more reliable, and more fun. The Art of the Bicycle traces this amazing evolution and shows how the bicycle continues to evolve driven by the inventiveness of

its riders. The Museum of Science and Industry is located at 57th Street and Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637.

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Extended Coverage For more information, call (773) 684-1414 or visit www.msi.org.

Business owners need to pay special attention to the life insurance that they carry. Though private businesses often buy life insurance to cover the need for operating cash if a key person dies, this may be disadvantageous for tax reasons.

*** Family members and shareholders wouldn’t be able to withdraw the insurance proceeds except through taxable distributions; it would be tax-free if they owned the insurance themselves. *** If the benefits are paid to a C corporation, they may be subject to a corporate Alternative Minimum Tax at a 20 percent rate. They also may be subject to the claims of creditors, so that the family gets nothing.

gift it to the trust.

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*** Let’s make sure you get the right insurance for your needs. You can count on us at Community Insurance Center, Inc., 526 E. 87th Street, your insurance headquarters. We have been serving the community since 1962. For more information about the services we provide, call (773) 651-6200. You can also reach us via email at: sales@communityinsurance.com or visit the website at www.communityins.com.

*** And if the insured shareholder— that is, the key person or owner— has a controlling interest in the company, the proceeds may be included in his estate. *** The better path is for an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust to own the life insurance. That will remove the proceeds from the taxable estate of the insured. If the company already owns a policy, the insured can buy it for its cash surrender value and then

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Lyric Opera of Chicago re-broadcasts of the 2014-15 season on WFMT

By Barbara Wright-Pryor The Lyric Opera broadcasts of the 2014-15 season are being rebroadcast internationally by the WFMT Radio Network every Saturday through July 11 and can be heard locally on 98.7WFMT. They may also be streamed on WFMT.com.

WFMT’s Suzanne Nance and Lyric Opera dramaturg Roger Pines are heard hosting what were the opening night broadcasts of each opera production of the 2014-15 season beginning with Mozart’s “Don Giovanni” on May 16; Richard Strauss’ “Capriccio” on May 23; and Giuseppe Verdi’s “Il Trovatore” on May 30.

The re-broadcasts will continue June 6 with Donizetti’s “Anna Bolena”; June 13 - Rodgers’ and Hammerstein’s “Carousel”; June 20 - Wagner’s “Tannhauser”; June 27 -Weinberg’s “The Passenger”; and July 4 – Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess.” The final re-broadcast will be July 11 with the production of Puccini’s “Tosca.”

Chicago-area broadcasts on 98.7WFMT begin at 12:00 noon CDT. Check local listings for exact times and dates outside the Chicago area. The broadcasts can

also be heard anywhere in the world on WFMT.com.

Lyric Opera of Chicago, founded in 1954, is one of the world’s greatest opera companies. It is renowned internationally for its artistic excellence and financial strength. Over the past two decades the company has achieved unparalleled success in its ticket sales, averaging 100% attendance from 1988-2002, and more than 90% attendance since that time. Lyric Opera is also distinguished for having operated in the black for 27 of the past 28 seasons.

Each season Lyric audiences enjoy the world’s greatest singers in visually spectacular productions.

The 2014/15 eight-opera season starts in late September and concludes in mid-March. Special events and performances include Lyric’s 60th Anniversary Concert; The Magic Victrola; Memory and Reckoning, a series of programming surrounding The Passenger including a newly commissioned klezmer opera The Property; a mariachi opera El Pasado Nunca Se Termina, and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Carousel.

WFMT is a premier public media organization committed to creating and presenting unique

LYRIC OPERA OF CHICAGO’S production of Gershwin’s folk opera, “Porgy and Bess” will be re-broadcast Saturday, July 4 over the WFMT Radio Network. Pictured above is the entire cast headed by bass-baritone Eric Owens (Porgy) and Adina Aaron (Bess). radio and digital media content. cal and fine arts music. WFMT ing. As well as embraces the power It is dedicated to bringing Chica- celebrates innovation, community of public service to make lives go and the world together and in- engagement, and life-long learn- richer and this region stronger. vites its audience to explore classi-

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A Moment to Super Size Your Thinking

By Effie Rolfe 75 Years and Still Standing Strong… “This is a man’s world but it wouldn’t be nothing without a woman or a girl were lyrics from a song made famous by James Brown. We express praise and congratulations to The Chicago Crusader Newspaper on celebrating 75 years as one of the oldest and vibrant community newspapers in Chicago. However, had it not been for the tenacity and determination of Mrs. Dorothy Leavell, the Chicago Crusader may have died with her late husband and founder of the newspaper, Balm Leavell. Her involvement with the paper began more than 50 years ago when Mrs. Leavell began as an office manager in the early 60s. The Crusader was founded by Mrs. Leavell’s late husband and Joseph Jefferson. Unfortunately after Balm’s demise in 1968, Dorothy learned the ropes of running the newspaper and as-

Effie Rolfe sumed the position of editor and publisher, which she has successfully fulfilled for the past 47 years.

At a time when few minority businesses succeed, we applaud her efforts for remaining strong to carry the torch to crusade through the dark days of her life and throughout history into a time where the paper is a staple in the community as well as a beacon of hope. In the last decade, newspapers have experienced difficult times with bankruptcy and forced to go from print to online. Amid a challenging economy, the plight for women owned companies in corporate America in many ways remain an uphill battle. Yet through it all, Dorothy Leavell has remained a crusader and the community newspaper has triumphed as a result of her tenacity. The newspaper is the voice for those oppressed, wrongfully incarcerated and shares information, entertainment and news to those who need a hand up.

As the Chicago Crusader Newspaper has carved its footprint in the sand of newspaper history, Mrs. Leavell is a business leader

that has proved to be force to be reckoned with on a national level as well. She was named Publisher of the year in 2011 during the organization’s Merit Awards Gala.

The crowning glory of her career was in 2008, during Black Press Week when she led a delegation of NNPA Publishers to the White House to speak with President Obama. Of course, this was a first during that organization’s history.

Mrs. Leavell is also the Chairman of the National Black Chamber of Commerce and in 2014 was appointed board member of the National Civil Rights Hall of Fame.

Under her leadership, the Chicago Crusader Newspaper remains bright. Her staff continues to explore ways to expand online as they service over 300,000 readers every day and in every way. Let us applaud the efforts of Mrs. Dorothy Leavell, Mr. John Smith and the entire staff that is so fortunate to serve with a champion for African American communities in Chica-

go and beyond. Lastly, Bishop Paul S. Morton, Pastor and gospel recording artist has a song entitled “I’m Still Standing.” Some of the lyrics are ‘I’m still trusting; I’m still holding on to what I believe; Still motivated; Fully persuaded; I’m still standing; Standing on the word; On the word that’s in my heart.” A famous person once said, “Courage isn’t having the strength to go on—it is going on when you don’t have strength.” We applaud Mrs. Leveall for her leadership into the 21st century.

Will you salute Ms. Leavell and the Chicago Crusader for standing strong...? ©Effie Rolfe is an Author of “Supersize Your Thinking,” Media Personality and Motivational Speaker. You can contact her effierolfe.com or on twitter.com/-effiedrolfe. Listen to her show on urbanpraiseradio.org (2015 Stellar Award Internet Station of the Year).

The Crusader Gospel Corner Congratulations to Reverend Jonathan Johnson. The First Annual National Gospel Award recognized some of the industry’s best at it first award ceremony on Friday, May 29 at Nehemiah Urban Church Ministries, 7359 S. Chappell in Chicago where Bishop Rory Marshall is the pastor. Awards were presented to those in gospel and

Bishop Rory Marshall the religious community including The Honorable City Clerk Dorothy Brown, Kim Stratton, Tim White, Janet Sutton, Darryl King, Bishop Rory Marshall, Effie Rolfe, Cathy Townsend and more. *** Congratulations to GMAC better known as Gospel Music According to the Chicago Mass Choir on their 3rd recording “Old Time & New Time Religion” at First Church of Deliverance, 7:30 p.m. on Friday, June 3. Dennis Cole, Dr. Lou Della Evans Reid and Bobby Wooten, Jr. the executive board of the choir will present the www.chicagocrusader.com

live recording which represents over 94 different churches in the Chicago land area. Interestingly, all of the songs are penned by Chicago natives, the night will feature new material from Percy Bady, Bobby Wooten and Reverend Bryant Jones. The recording session is free and there is a $20 dollar cost for some reserve seats available. Individuals who purchase reserved seating tickets will also receive a free CD. First Church of Deliverance is located at 4315 Wabash Avenue in Chicago where Bishop Otto T. Houston is host pastor. *** Also, major kudos to Ivy Hall, Program Manager for the 30th Annual Chicago Gospel Music Festival, which was held in Millennium Park recently. The celebration attracted thousands over the threedays to hear Ricky Dillard and New Generation Chorale, Mark Hubbard and the Voices, Darius Brooks and the Tommies Reunion, Crystal Aikin, Jonathan McReynolds, Marvin Sapp, Israel Houghton & New Breed, Anthony Brown and Group Therapy, Richard Smallwood and more. Another highlight of the week end was a tribute to Andraé Crouch and Bishop Walter Hawkins directed by Donald Lawrence held on Saturday evening. The special tribute included Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Jessica Reedy, Crystal Murden, Tasha Page Lockhart, Brian Courtney Wilson and many more.

An additional highlight of the festival was The Sound of Sunday Gospel Radio and a tribute to Chicago Broadcast Church choirs

presented by various churches representing Fellowship Baptist Church, Greater Harvest, Monument of Faith Church, Cosmopolitan Church of Prayer, St. James COGIC and Christ Tabernacle.

The tribute consisted of choir members from Greater Harvest, Salem Baptist and Chosen, which was narrated by Pastor Bryant Jones and directed by Minister Walter Owens, Pastor Reginald Earl McCracken and Tyrese Hunter. The free gospel celebration drew a small

to medium crowd as the cold, rainy weather was a huge factor.

Hopefully, the popular music event will continue in Millennium Park–here’s to next year. *** Congratulations to the following churches and groups that Trinity United Church of Christ, Christ Universal Temple, Oakdale Covenant, Fellowship Chicago, Mars Hill, Women on the Run, and the Elijah Running Club. Hundreds gathered for the Gospel Run on Saturday,

May 30 from these churches and groups to participate in the Gospel Run—a 5K run or walk this past Saturday at Jackson Park. Proceeds from the Gospel Run benefited the Inspiration Corporation a not-for profit that assists over 2,500 families and individuals affected by poverty, homelessness, mental and physical disabilities, and former incarceration. Inspiration Corporation helps people improve their lives and increase self-sufficiency on the south and west sides of Chicago.

Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Perry celebrates the Feast of Corpus Christi and the legacy of a Bronzeville church For 114 years, Corpus Christi Catholic Church has held a prominent place on historic Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. It is the only Catholic Church on the boulevard, which spans 14 miles from Chicago’s Bronzeville to Roseland communities.

On June 7, the church will celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi with a procession following mass.

Bishop Joseph Perry, auxiliary bishop in the Archdiocese of Chicago will celebrate the mass.

The Feast of the Body of Christ, for which the South Side church is named, goes back to the 13th century. It is a celebration of the Sacrament of Holy Communion.

Bishop Perry says the mystery of the body of Christ is not fantasy.

He says St. Paul, who built the first church at Corinth, told his followers, “Those who eat the body of Christ become the body

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Bishop Joseph Perry of Christ.”

Later in the day, parishioners will hold their annual fundraising luncheon at the Hilton Oak Lawn Hotel, 9333 S. Cicero, Oak

Lawn, IL from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Originally, Corpus Christi Church was built to serve a wealthy predominantly Irish-American community at 49th and Grand Boulevard, which was the first name of King Drive. In 1910, as the Great Migration was beginning, the Grand Boulevard area began to transition from an Irish community to African American and became known as Bronzeville.

The Sisters of St. Francis of Dubuque Iowa have been a part of the community for more than 80 years. The desire to give every child an opportunity to succeed was the impetus that prompted the Sisters of St. Francis to staff Corpus Christi’s elementary and high schools.

“When I think back to 1933 and what it must have been like coming to the South Side of (Continued on page 16) SATURDAY, June 6, 2015

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A grand pursuit: Serena goes after history

(Continued from page 1) Dyson’s articles on political issues have been published in The Washington Post. He has also appeared on talk shows on prominent national Networks, including ABC ‘This Week’ and MSNBC. Dyson also take his crusade to the National Public Radio and CNN. He is also a regular guest on Real Time with Bill Maher.

Born in Detroit, Dyson

became an ordained Baptist minister when he was just 19 years old. Having worked in factories in Detroit to support his family, Dyson entered Knoxville College as a freshman at age 21. He received his bachelor’s degree, magna cum laude, from Carson–Newman College in 1985.Dyson holds masters and doctorate degrees in religion from Princeton Uni-

versity.

Dyson is a tireless advocate for youth and serves on the board of directors of the Common Ground Foundation, a project aim at empowering urban youth in the United States.

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The stakes are high, but for Williams, the achievement would be the perfect topping for an illustrious career that began on the tattered tennis courts of the inner-city neighborhood of Compton, Ca. It would also be a vindication of sorts for Williams and other Blacks tennis players, who have struggled to break into the sport be-

Auxiliary Bishop Joseph Perry celebrates the Feast of Corpus (Cont’d from page 15) Chicago,” wonders long time parishioner Anthony Williams, who was a student at Corpus Christi. “At that time, in this country as you know, African Americans were still standing on the outskirts of our society, still very much ostracized.

Yet, the sisters saw us as important enough to be here.”

Over the years, both schools closed. The elementary school was open from 1933 -1993 and the high school from 1945 - 1962. The number of worshippers has dwindled also, like so many Catholic Churches in pre-

dominantly African American com- munities. That is why both the Feast of Corpus Christi and the fundraiser are so important to the church’s ongoing spiritual and financial health.

This year’s honorees at the spring luncheon are Parish-

ioner of the Year, Ruth Willingham; Legacy Awardee Betty Harris; and Community Awardee Delmarie Cobb. The theme of Sunday’s celebration is, “A Powerful Presence,” which the neo-Renaissance-designed church has been for more than a century.

(Continued from page 19) cause of its expensive costs and discriminatory country clubs and neighborhoods where white players from more affluent families had more money and more resources. In USTA tournaments, young, aspiring Black players have often complained of being shunned by white families who did not

want their children to play against people of color.

With so many odds stacked against her, Williams has defied many of them. This is the biggest hurdle of them all. How grand it would be for a once poor Back woman to win all four by the end of the year? How grand.

(Cont’d from page 13) sentations. It was created using approximately 13,000 lineal feet of aluminum tubing and 20,000 square yards of fabric. The gallery also has 125 LED lights, each capable of producing sixteen million different colors and over two billion different lighting combinations. This immersive environment allows you to explore space in different ways. You can

engage with the interactives through movement and build exploration skills, thanks to the use of infrared sensors. Receive video greetings from some of today’s prominent space explorers, including NASA astronauts John Grunsfeld and Joan Higginbotham. The Adler Planetarium is located at 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605. For more information, call (312) 922-7827.

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(Cont’d from page 12) century Queen who fought for freedom against Portuguese colonialism.

Screened at the Toronto and Venice film festival in 2000 is the epic drama “Adanggaman,” a provocative retelling of the African slave experience, based on facts. ADIFF will also bring back “The Pirogue” (Cannes Film Festival, 2012), a powerful immigration drama about a group of African men and one woman who leave Senegal for Europe on a fishing boat at the risk of their lives.

“The Pirogue” by Moussa Toure is part of the Great African Films collection, a DVD series that celebrates

great African filmmakers.

“The Pirogue” can be found in Great African Films Vol. 4 with the work of Khady Sylla, a renowned Senegalese filmmaker.

The strong African retention in New World cultures as expressed through music, dance, and religious traditions is celebrated in four documentaries screening in ADIFF 2015. The program Candomble & Santeria with the screening of “Oggun: an Eternal Presence” and “Summer of Gods” explores African based religions.

“Tango Negro: The African Roots of Tango” moves in and out of Uruguay and Argentina as it illustrates the ever present African component in Tango, Candombe,

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR (Continued from page 4) last stops on this joke of a infants, teens and senior citilistening tour. zens–all in one week.

If McCarthy were smart McCarthy simply should he would have started with admit he doesn’t have the anthe tour in North Lawn- swers or anything close to dale, Austin or South Shore. them. Thank the mayor for These are the areas consis- paying him close to a quartently affected by every level ter-million dollars a year and of crime there is. However, resign. Not only is he inept, he chooses not to give the he is insensitive and uninvoices of these residents any formed. When it comes to priorities. While he is listen- leading the police departing to the white people tell ment, Chicago could and him they want more patrols should do better than what so kids won’t tag buildings, we have in place now. folks in our community are wrestling with shootings of Clarence Trainor 16

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Milongon and other African-based musical styles found in the Rio de la Plata region. In “Candombe,” musician Fernado Nunez sees himself as the heir to “candombe,” a dance and musical expression initiated by his enslaved ancestors.

For its CENTERPIECE, the festival will present the GARIFUNA CELEBRATION program with two documentaries: Revolutionary Medicine: A Story of the First Garifuna Hospital and Homeland (Yurumein) both about the Garifuna people in Honduras and St. Vincent, respectively. The screenings will be followed by a discussion with local members of the Garifuna community.

Also premiering in the festival this year are “Obama Mama,” a documentary about Stanley Ann Dunham, mother of the nation's first Black president, “Reshipment,” a documentary

by Afro-Cuban filmmaker Gloria Rolando about the historical connection between Cubans and Haitians, and the U.S. premiere of “Ken Bugul - Nobody Wants Her,” a powerful documentary who leads us into the secret world of an assertive African woman artist and writer and her brave fight for freedom and acceptance.

The 13th Annual African

Diaspora Film FestivalChicago is made possible thanks to the generous support of the following institutions: Facets Cinémathèque, ArtMattan Productions, the Center for Black Diaspora at DePaul University, The DuSable Heritage Association; TV5 Monde, he Quebec Government Office – Chicago and the Embassy of Switzerland – Washington DC. Last year, I was able to see many of the films during the festival. The Chicago Crusader was a proud sponsor, and this festival presents great filmmaking and films that are exciting and unique but not regularly screened in mainstream venues.

Facets Cinémathèque is located at 1517 W. Fullerton Ave. in Chicago. For a full schedule and to order advance tickets online, please call 773-281-4114 or 212-864-1760. Visit http://www.facets.org or http://www.NYADIFF.org. Tickets are $15 for Opening Night, $12 for the Centerpiece, $10 general admission, and $8 students and seniors.

Elaine Hegwood Bowen is the author of “Old School Adventures from Englewood— South Side of Chicago.” For book information http://tinyurl.com/om4hvgo or email editor91210@yahoo.com.

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Kiewit Infrastructure Co. invites all firms who are certified as a DBE by the IL UCP to submit proposals for the following project: CTA 77th Bus Garage Inspection Pits 10 through 15 Pit Replacement, Chicago, IL. Requisition No.: C15FT101706074.

In order to assist certified DBE contractors and suppliers, we will divide total requirements into smaller activities. Proposals are due on June 15, 2015 by 5 PM CST. Kiewit utilizes Smart Bid Net database for vendor communications regarding plans/specs/addenda distribution. Please contact our office if your firm is not in our database or for project information at Kiewit Infrastructure Co., 8501 W. Higgins Rd., Suite 400 Chicago, IL 60631 Phone: 773-458-1250 Fax: 773-458-1342. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF INDIANA

COUNTY OF ALLEN

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A CHILD ALLEGED TO BE A CHILD IN NEED OF SERVICES: Jonathan Tate, Child And Shekinah Ashanta Tate, Mother Bryon Williams, Jr., Alleged Father And Any Alleged Unknown Father

IN THE ALLEN COURT

FORT WAYNE, INDIANA

)Cause No.:02D08-1404-JC-184 ) )SUMMONS FOR SERVICE BY )PUBLICATION & NOTICE OF CHILD IN ) NEED OF SERVICES HEARING ) )

TO: Bryon Williams, Jr. and Any Unknown Alleged Father:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the above noted parent, whose whereabouts are unknown, and who is the [alleged] parent of Jonathan Tate (born on April 11, 2014), as well as Any Unknown Alleged Father whose whereabouts are unknown, that the Indiana Department of Child Services has filed its Amended Verified Petition Alleging the Child to be in Need of Services, in accordance with Indiana Code 31-34-9-3, and that an adjudication hearing has been scheduled with the Court.

THE ADJUDICATION HEARING at which Bryon Williams, Jr., Father, and Any Unknown Alleged Father must appear is scheduled for August 4, 2015, at 1:30 p.m. at the Allen Superior Court, 715 South Calhoun Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802. At said hearing, the court will consider the Petition and evidence thereon and will render its decision as to whether above named minor child is a child in need of services and shall enter adjudication accordingly.

UPON ENTRY OF SAID ADJUDICATION, A DISPOSITIONAL HEARING will be held in which the Court will consider: (1) Alternatives for the care, treatment, or rehabilitation for the child; (2) The necessity, nature, and extent of your participation in the program of care, treatment, or rehabilitation for the child; and, (3) Your financial responsibility for any services provided for the parent, guardian, or custodian of the child, including child support.

YOU MUST RESPOND by appearing in the case in person or by attorney within thirty (30) days after the last publication of this notice, and in the event you fail to do so, an adjudication on said petition and a dispositional decree may be entered against you without further notice .

THE ATTORNEY REPRESENTING THE INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SERVICES is Alisa Rude, 201 East Rudisill Boulevard, Suite 200, Fort Wayne, IN 46806; telephone (260) 458-6414.

Date:

April 29, 2015

Lisbeth Borgmann Clerk of Allen County

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C C U P v V IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.CARLA SLATER A/K/A CARLA SLATER FULBRIGHT, ARRON FULBRIGHT, WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., STATE FARM BANK Defendants 12 CH 036267 223 E. 81ST STREET CHICAGO, IL 60619 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 16, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 2, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 223 E. 81ST STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60619 Property Index No. 20-34-124-031. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-12-15476. 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 Attorney File No. 14-12-15476 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 036267 TJSC#: 35-8102 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.BRIANA J. SMITH, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 035538 2512 E. 96TH STREET CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 23, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 1, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2512 E. 96TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 26-07-114-055. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 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 or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-11-33359. 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 Attorney File No. 14-11-33359 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 035538 TJSC#: 35-8001 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.

I659081 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division.

Urban Partnership Bank, P l a i n t i f f , v s .

Valerian Simirica, Chicago Title Land Trust Company, as Successor Trustee to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee under Trust Agreement dated

County

Trustee to National Association, as g 3/19/01 and known as Trust Number 127392, Unknown Tenants, Unknown Owners, and Non-Record Claimants, D e f e n d a n t s .

12 CH 19100; Sheriff's No. 150218-001F. Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on July 8, 2015, at 1:00 P.M. in Room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W. Washington Street, Chicago, IL, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said J u d g m e n t : P.I.N.: 21-30-414-054-0000.

Address: 7834 S. South Shore Drive, Apt. #5, Chicago, IL. Improvements: Townhouse.

Sale shall be under the following terms: Ten percent (10%) at the time of the sale (funds to be verified at sale) and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, plus interest at the statutory judgment rate on any unpaid portion of the sale price from the date of sale to the date of payment. All payments shall be cashier's check or certified funds to the Cook County Sheriff.

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and any prior first m o r t g a g e s .

Premises will NOT be open for inspection.

For information: Carrie Dolan, Cohon, Raizes & Regal LLP, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 208 S. LaSalle St., Suite 1860, Chicago, IL 60604, Tel. No. (312) 726-2252.

This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.MICHELLE CARSON A/K/A MICHELLE L. CARSON, KEITH CARSON, THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Defendants 14 CH 18449 8204 SOUTH THROOP STREET CHICAGO, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 27, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 22, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8204 SOUTH THROOP STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-32-129-019-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family home with a detached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure

sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm.

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1409218. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 606064650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1409218 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 18449 TJSC#: 35-3460 I657425

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF GEORGIA EDWARDS A/K/A GEORGIA M. EDWARDS, IF ANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, GREGORY GATEWOOD, WILLIAM BUTCHER, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF GEORGIA EDWARDS, DECEASED Defendants 12 CH 12017 1751 WEST 83RD STREET Chicago, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 17, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 1, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1751 WEST 83RD STREET, Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-31-403-056-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story, single family home with a two car detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE

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For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602.

Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1202418. 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. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1202418 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 12017 TJSC#: 35-6438 I657630

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JAMES B. NUTTER & COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.DEAN MARTIN A/K/A DEAN L MARTIN, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, RJM ACQUISITIONS, LLC, MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MILDRED E NUNN, IF ANY, THOMAS QUINN, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE DECEASED MORTGAGOR, MILDRED NUNN A/K/A MILDRED E. NUNN, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, STATE OF ILLINOIS Defendants 13 CH 19011 8452 SOUTH CRANDON AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60617 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 9, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 10, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8452 SOUTH CRANDON AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 Property Index No. 20-36-412035-0000. The real estate is improved with a brown brick single family home with a detached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602.

Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1107750. 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. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1107750 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 13 CH 19011 TJSC#: 35-5727 I658280

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LIBERTY HOME EQUITY SOLUTIONS, INC. FKA GENWORTH FINANCIAL HOME EQUITY ACCESS, INC. FKA LIBERTY REVERSE MORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.CLAMONTINE FRAZIER, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF JOHN LEE FRAZIER, IF ANY, THOMAS QUINN, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN LEE FRAZIER, DECEASED, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 37235 9339 SOUTH GREEN STREET CHICAGO, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 9, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 10, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 9339 SOUTH GREEN STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 25-05-419-036-0000.

The real estate is improved with a brown brick, one story, single family home with a detached two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500.

Please refer to file number PA1219151. 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. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1219151 Attorney Code.

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Urban Partnership Bank, P l a i n t i f f , v s .

Valerian Simirica, Chicago Title Land Trust Company, as Successor Trustee to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee under Trust Agreement dated 3/19/01 and known as Trust Number 127392, Unknown Tenants, Unknown Owners, and Non-Record Claimants, D e f e n d a n t s .

12CH 19099; Sheriff's No. 150212-001F. Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on July 8, 2015, at 1:00 P.M. in Room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W. Washington Street, Chicago, IL, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said J u d g m e n t : P.I.N.: 25-03-101-023-0000.

Address: 8743 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago, I L .

Improvements: Single-family home.

Sale shall be under the following terms: Ten percent (10%) at the time of the sale (funds to be verified at sale) and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours, plus interest at the statutory judgment rate on any unpaid portion of the sale price from the date of sale to the date of payment. All payments shall be cash or certified funds to the Cook County Sheriff.

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and any prior first m o r t g a g e s .

Premises will NOT be open for inspection.

For information: Carrie Dolan, Cohon, Raizes & Regal LLP, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 208 S. LaSalle St., Suite 1860, Chicago, IL 60604, Tel. No. (312) 726-2252.

This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I659106 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.ANNIE R. WASHINGTON, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 011805 7741 S. Hoyne Avenue Chicago, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 12, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 18, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 7741 S. Hoyne Avenue, Chicago, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-30-310-051. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You

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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 or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-14-13686. 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 Attorney File No. 14-14-13686 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 011805 TJSC#: 35-7508 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.

I657661 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR FFMLT TRUST 2006-FF4, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FF4 Plaintiff, -v.CASSANDRA TINSEY, WILBERT TINSEY SR, IDA TINSEY, MB FINANCIAL BANK, NA S/I/I TO COMMERCIAL NATIONAL BANK OF CHICAGO, TRIVIC REMODELERS A/K/A TRIVIC REMODELERS, INC., JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 14 CH 18810 7624 SOUTH SANGAMON STREET CHICAGO, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 9, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 30, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7624 SOUTH SANGAMON STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-29-412022-0000. The real estate is improved with a red, brick, single family home; two car detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 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

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Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602.

Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1406145. 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. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1406145 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 18810 TJSC#: 35-3829 I657327

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIZENS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION F/K/A RBS CITIZENS, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CHARTER ONE BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.GERALD NEALS Defendants 14 CH 019110 7618 S. DAMEN AVENUE CHICAGO, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 19, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 6, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7618 S. DAMEN AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. 20-30-306-028. The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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

No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 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 or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-1421493. 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 Attorney File No. 14-1421493 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 019110 TJSC#: 35-5216 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.

I656994

60621 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 27, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 9, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5632 S. PEORIA STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60621 Property Index No. 20-17-213-027. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 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 or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-1420786. 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 Attorney File No. 14-14-20786 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code.

21762 Case Number: 14 CH 019108 TJSC#: 35-4012 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION SUNTRUST MORTGAGE, INC. P l a i n t i f f , v .

TRACEY PERKINS A/K/A TRACEY Y PERKINS A/K/A TRACEY MCCOLLUM, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS D e f e n d a n t s 14 CH 08712 7542 SOUTH PAULINA STREET CHICAGO, IL 60620 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 8, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 9, 2015, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7542 SOUTH PAULINA STREET, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNCHICAGO, IL 60620 Property Index No. TY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT 20-30-409-022-0000.

The real estate is CHANCERY DIVISION improved with a two story, single family PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC home; no garage. Sale terms: 25% down Plaintiff, of the highest bid by certified funds at the -v.close of the sale payable to The Judicial RENATA MALINOWSKI Sales Corporation. No third party checks Defendants will be accepted. The balance, including 14 CH 019108 the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned 5632 S. PEORIA STREET CHICAGO, IL Property Municipality Relief Blacks Must control their own coMMunity F

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is a two story, single family 25% down at the sale payable to The Judicial

The balance, including t Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602.

Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1404167. 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. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1404167 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 14 CH 08712 TJSC#: 35-5648 I658258

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special taxes levied is offered for without any representation as to or quantity of title and without and in "AS IS" set aside for any shall be paid. purchaser shall have no further against the mortgagor, the attorney.If and purchasers

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Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the subject property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and any prior first mortgages.Premises will NOT be open for inspection. For information: Travis Eliason, Quarles & Brady, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 300 N. LaSalle, Suite 4000, Chicago, IL 60654, Tel. No. (312) 715-5000.This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that p u r p o s e .

I657851 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE CWALT 205-J5 P l a i n t i f f , v s .

LA JENE DYER; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD C L A I M A N T S .

D e f e n d a n t s , 12 CH 44403 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on March 24, 2015, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, June 25, 2015, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 25-01-231-049-0000.

Commonly known as 9038 South Yates Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60617.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1 2 - 2 4 7 4 6 .

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I657597 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N ; P l a i n t i f f , v s .

UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF HENRY MALLETT AKA HENRY MALLETT, SR., DECEASED; JOAN M MALLETT; MARIA WASHINGTON; ERIC AUSTIN; JULIE FOX, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ESTATE OF HENRY MALLETT AKA HENRY MALLET, SR., DECEASED; Defendants, 14 CH 13520 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, June 22, 2015 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 7618 South Bishop, Chicago, IL 60620.

P.I.N. 20-29-306-021-0000.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611.

14-020853 NOS INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I657572

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division.

North Community Bank, Successor by merger with Edens Bank, P l a i n t i f f , v s .

8034-40 S. Ashland, LLC, Michelle F. Spejcher, Andrew Spejcher, National Bank of Commerce, the City of Chicago, Legacy Designs, Inc., Unknown Owners, and Non-Record Claimants, D e f e n d a n t s .

10 CH 33256; Sheriff's No. 150057-001F. Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on July 1, 2015, at 1:00 P.M. in Room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W. Washington Street, Chicago, IL, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: PIN: 20-31-215-028-0000.Address: 8034-40 S. Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60620.Improvements: Commercial property.Sale shall be under the following terms: Not less than ten percent (10%) due by certified funds at the time of the sale and the balance due to be paid within twenty-four (24) hours of the sale, plus interest at the statutory rate from the date of sale to the date of payment. The subject property is subject to any prior first mortgages, 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the mortgagor, the mortgagee, or the mortgagee's attorney.If the subject property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after January 1, 2007, purchasers other than the mortgagee will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS (g)(4). If the subject p located in a commonwww.chicagocrusader.com interest c purchasers other than m any a due under the C Property Act, 765 ILCS 6 shall be subject to g assessments, and a mortgages.Premises will N be open for inspection. For i & B IL 60654, Tel. No. ( 715-5000.This is an attempt to c the Fair Debt C Practices Act and any i be used for that p u r p o s e .

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Bulls fans skeptical of Bulls management and new head coach

By J. Coyden Palmer The Bulls wasted no time in filling their vacant head coaching position after firing Tom Thibodeau last week, after five seasons. Former Iowa State leader Fred Hoiberg was named as the 19th head coach in the franchise’s history June 2. Hoiberg, a former NBA player, takes over a franchise that has not won an NBA title since 1998 and has a passionate fan base that has become frequently disappointed with poor playoff performances.

While die-hard fans know about Hoiberg, the casual fan has no clue who he is or how he became such a coveted asset in the eyes of the Bulls’ organization. Hoiberg is a native of Ames, Iowa where he also played his college ball at Iowa State. But the words Iowa State and Bulls head coach bring back awful memories for many Bulls fans. “The last time they got a coach from Iowa State it was a disaster,” remembers Marlon Watkins of Washington Heights.

Watkins was speaking about Tim Floyd, who like Hoiberg replaced a successful coach [Phil Jackson] in the 1999 season.

Floyd never earned the respect of the players or fans and many felt getting a college coach with no NBA coaching experience was a bad move then and will be again.

“They didn’t learn their lesson the first time I see,” said Jeremie Harold from the Austin community and who wanted to see Mark Jackson selected. “Even the best college coaches who come to the NBA as a head coach fail if they

don’t serve as an assistant coach.

The NBA is grown men, so you can’t use the same approach as you can with college kids. I’m not looking forward to this season.”

Hoiberg was successful in turning around the Iowa State program and returning it to respectability. After going 16-16 in his first season, his teams finished well over .500 the next four years and made four consecutive NCAA tournament appearances. Hoiberg used an NBA offensive set at Iowa State. He briefly worked in the front office for the NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves after his playing career was shortened due to a health issue with his heart.

Hoiberg, 42, believes the Bulls currently have the talent needed to make a run at a title next year.

He replaces Thibodeau, who had a great regular season record, but whose teams crashed and burned in the playoffs in part due to a strained relationship with management. Hoiberg said the turmoil surrounding this past season more than likely had an effect on the players.

“I’m a firm believer that leadership starts at the top,” Hoiberg said during the press conference held to introduce him at the Advocate Center on the West Side.

“You have to have synergy with the coaching staff and the front office or it’s going to be tough to make it work. Players can see through that sometimes.”

But Bulls fans have little faith in general manager Gar Foreman and vice president John Paxson, who they blame just as much for the Bulls underachieving the past

BULLS GENERAL MANAGER Gar Foreman (left) listens to new head coach Fred Hoiberg (right) answer questions from the media Monday afternoon at the Advocate Center. (Photo provided by Chicago Bulls) few seasons. Many fans the Cru- work then I think you will see enough, coaching in a sports sader spoke with said they wanted them go that route.” crazy town like Chicago will only to see a full house cleaning just Hoiberg said he has already be- add to it. Hoiberg said coming like the Chicago Bears did after gun reaching out to players on the from Iowa to now, the third this past football season.

Bulls current roster. He said he is largest media market in the na“This is now the fourth coach confident management will retain tion, will be an adjustment, but they [management] have hired Jimmy Butler, who is a restricted he is confident he is in the physiand we seem no closer to winning free agent and arguably the best cal condition necessary to do the a title now than we were when player on the team. Hoiberg said job. they started,” said Antoinette he is “excited” with the Bulls rosFranklin of Hyde Park. “I work in ter and believes it provides a lot of “If there was a danger in me docorporate America and the way flexibility. ing this I wouldn’t have taken this the Bulls have been running their “We can play small, we can play job,” said Hoiberg, who had part organization is flawed. Jerry big, we can be quick,” Hoiberg of his aorta removed and a new Reinsdorf [Bulls owner] has been said. “I just want to let the Bulls mechanical valve installed last shelling out a lot of money for tal- fans know that we are going to year. “I’ve got a new nice mechanent the past few seasons and he is play an exciting brand of basket- ical valve. My kids can hear it beat not getting the return on his dol- ball and we are going to be com- across the room, hear the clicklar. So you would have to start peting for a championship sooner ing. It almost sounds like a little looking at your management be- rather than later.” bit like a cricket chirping in my cause you are not going to fire all Hoiberg’s deal is for five years chest. The danger was last year. of the worker employees [players]. and is worth $25 million. Coach- Everything should be fine here If this Hoiberg move does not ing in the NBA is stressful moving forward.”

A grand pursuit: Serena goes after history at French Open

By Erick Johnson She already has the Serena Slam, but can the world’s No. 1 women’s tennis player pull off the unthinkable and capture the biggest prize of them all, the Grand Slam?

To do this Serena Williams must win all four major tennis tournaments- Australian, French, Wimbledon, U.S. Open- in one year.

If she does, there is bound to be talk that Williams would arguably be the greatest female tennis player of all time. It will be a big statement in the tennis world to give the ultimate title to a Black woman in a sport that traditionally has been dominated by whites for a long time.

But Williams is closer to that possibly with a semifinal berth in French Open in Paris. She won easily 6-3 6-1 over No. 17 Sara Errani in the quarterfinals. That match gave Williams confidence after nearly losing to low-ranked players in the early rounds. Against Errani, Williams defied critics as www.chicagocrusader.com

Serena Williams

she powered 10 aces and 39 winners in a match that lasted only an hour.

The red clay courts at Roland Garros are Williams’ weakest surface. Out of her 19 grand slam titles, she has won this tournament only twice. Which is why Williams is not taking this tourna-

ment or her opponents lightly.

“I knew today I’ve got to be focused; she’s a real fighter,” Williams told ESPN. In January, Williams won the Australian Open, a major she has won six times. Her trophy chest also includes five Wimbledon titles and six U.S. Open titles.

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With a total of 19 Grand Slam titles, Williams trails only Margaret Court (25) and Steffi Graff (21) in major titles.

Williams’ current collection of majors have been dubbed by sports journalists a “Serena Slam.”

But tennis historians and players view winning all four tournaments – which are played on different surfaces – in one year as criteria for choosing the all-time greats.

It’s a difficult achievement that not even legends Chris Evert or Martina Navratilova attained in their long, storied careers. Only five players won all four Grand Slam tournaments in a calendar year. They include American Don Budge (1938), Australian Margaret Court (1970) and Germany’s Steffi Graff (1988). Australian Rod Laver earned this distinction twice, in 1962 and 1969.

The last person to win all four in 12 months was 27 years ago.

That’s when Graf, won an Olympic

gold medal on top of her Grand Slam collection for a “Golden Slam.”

But with rival Maria Sharapova out of the French Open, Williams is on the verge of joining the best of the best. A victory in Paris would leave her just two tournaments away from being the first Black to win tennis’ Grand Slam.

Should Williams win the French in Paris, Wimbledon in July and the U.S. Open in August, she would become the first American female player to win The Big Four in the same year.

With the U.S. Open being the last big prize, it would also be a nice homecoming gift for Williams, whose first Grand Slam title came in 1999 at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing Meadows, NY. A Grand Slam year would also give Williams less than two Grand Slam titles less than Court, who along with Graff, currently ranks among the greatest female players of all time.

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