By: Edward Cortez   In times of trouble when evil seems to triumph over good, we tend to ask the question whether God is still in control. Or whether God truly exists and is aware of what is going on in the world especially when we think of the devastating war in Ukraine or the […]

By: Boom Boom Cabalona, “X” Divinagracia, Christopher Miranda   What: Brightpoint Summer Party 2023 Where: Marletta Darnall Child & Family Center , 725 East Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, IL 60194 When: June 10th, 2023, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Join Brightpoint, formerly Children’s Home & Aid, for a summer party at the Marletta Darnall Child & Family Center, with […]

By: Ryan Tejero   The Women’s Auxiliary to the Philippine Medical Association of Chicago (PMAC), also known as PMAC Auxiliary, is turning 57 years old this year. For many years since its inception, the Auxiliary group has been a strong partner to PMAC’s success in its numerous benevolent projects here in America and back home in […]

By: Nancy Abiera   “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask […]

By: James DC   An Arab Sheik was admitted to the Philippine Heart Center in Manila for heart surgery, but prior to the surgery, the doctors needed to store his blood in case the need arises. As the gentleman had a rare type of blood, it couldn’t be found locally, so, the call went out […]

Nazarene (Sarah) Sespene Tumbokon and Romy Sobrepena, Chicago Dance Power members.

When You Play, Illinois Wins Your play helped generate $775 million for education last year

Cook County, IL)— Today, the Cook County Commission on Human Rights (CCCHR), City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP), and Arise Chicago shared the increased minimum wages that will take effect in Chicago and Cook County tomorrow, July 1, 2023, and encouraged employees to check their check to ensure the increased […]

Among nearly 3,200 beaches nationwide that were tested in 2022, 55% had at least one day during which fecal contamination reached potentially unsafe levels. Beaches may also have experienced contamination on days when testing did not take place, the organization noted. Among those studied, 363 beaches had potentially unsafe levels of fecal contamination on at […]

A military offi cer, physician, Vietnam veteran, golfer, shriner, Mason, husband, father, uncle, friend. At 5:57pm on Thursday, June 8, 2023, retired Col. Patricio F. Soliman Jr. took the heavenly seat that was prepared for him from long ago. He was 91 years old. Col. Soliman earned his Doctor of Medicine degree at age 24 […]

A line-up of thrilling surprises awaits all budget-conscious and adventure-seeking biyaheros as ‘Biyahe ni Drew,’ hosted by the award-winning host and “ultimate biyahero” Drew Arellano, celebrates its 10th anniversary with back-to-back specials in South Korea airing this July 2 and July 9 on GTV. The two-part anniversary episode is made more special as Drew’s wife, […]

By: Janice Dantes   So you meet someone and you’re in love. The housing market is red hot. You find a house and fall in love with it. You and your partner decide you want to purchase the home but marriage is not something you want to discuss yet. Do you buy the house? 1. […]

By: Kayla Tejero   Happy Independence Day to America, land of the free and home of the brave. We celebrate this popular holiday with parades, backyard barbecues, boating on the lake, or taking a dip in the pool. I celebrated the 4th with friends and family, munching on hamburgers and watching the fi reworks show. Independence […]

WORSHIP LEADER, TEACHER, SONGWRITER and AWARD-WINNING RECORDING ARTIST Described as “One of the great worship leaders of our time*” Steve Kuban’s music brings you into God’s presence. His songs bring healing, victory and deliverance in the name of the Lord. He is an anointed worship leader, prophetic songwriter, gifted musician, teacher, and evangelist God has […]

CDP regulars, couple Brenda and Jerry Fawell. Jerry celebrated his birthday last May at CDP. With CDP members Dr. Jonathan and Pastor Abiera is her Ninang Louie Lanzona Solana, accompanied by her niece Corrie Gustafson. Ninang Louie celebrated her 94th birthday at CDP. CDP founder Neneth with Greta and Judy Santiago, CDF new member. Singing […]

At least 1.2 million people have been apprehended or reported evading capture at the southern border in the first five months of this year, according to data obtained and analyzed by The Center Square. The estimate is based on official apprehension data reported by U.S. Customs and Border Protection as well as gotaway data. A […]

By: Maria Girlie Pascual   We are now in the thick of the summer months in Chicago where soft breezes at night temper the warm, hot, sticky air of July. Although the temperatures have been averaging in the 80’sF at the time I was writing this article, prime producer GERRY REBELLO has been enjoying great […]

By: Melody Rabor-Dizon   Introduction: The fi eld of health and well-being is constantly evolving, driven by advancements in technology, changing societal attitudes, and a growing emphasis on holistic approaches to health. In this article, we will explore some of the fascinating trends shaping the future of health. From personalized medicine to digital health solutions, these […]

Chicago, IL – The Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) is thrilled to announce the 60th Annual ISNA Convention, on September 1-4, 2023, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. This year’s convention promises to be a historic event as we celebrate six decades of service to the Muslim community and broader […]