VIA Times – April 2017 Issue Vital News, Vibrant VIews for Asian Americans in Chicago & Midwest

Consul General Generoso D.G. Calonge called on U.S. Representative Michael John Gallagher to personally congratulate him on his first election victory to represent the 8th Congressional District of Wisconsin. The two officials exchanged views on the current state of US-Philippines ...

By: James DC   A wealthy man died and went to heaven. He was met at the Pearly Gates by Saint Peter who led him down the streets of gold. They passed mansion after mansion until they came to the ...

From leafy greens and broccoli to strawberries and mangoes, spring brings a bountiful harvest of fresh produce for the picking! Having the right tools to prepare these fresh ingredients is key to cooking the most delicious dishes this spring. T-fal Mandoline ...

Dear Editor, We are launching a powerful movement to spread positive immigrant stories in response to recent anti-immigration rhetoric. We have partnered with Former Democratic House Majority Leader, Dick Gephardt and others to compile numerous life-changing immigrant stories and a ...

Since our Lady Boss Veronica, founded Via Times in 1984, this is the first time that I asked her to allow me to use Notebook’s page two for “My Personal Family Happy-nings,” like the Surprise Birthday Party my nephew Paul ...

Dear FACC, Filipino American, and greater Chicago community, The Filipino American Council of Greater Chicago was established in 1953, and is one of the oldest Filipino American organizations in the United States. Unfortunately, we have seen the opening, closing, and ...

By: Joe Mauricio   President Trump has repeatedly tweeted that news organizations are fake news. These actions have raised concerns about the press’s ability to fulfill its role in American democracy as a check on those in power — a ...