By: Ashmar Mandou The Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) Commissioner Rosa Escareno on Wednesday announced guidance for Chicago’s residents to be aware of and avoid consumer… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Are Census Counts Accurate When It Comes to Latinos? The Census often undercounts certain hard-to-reach populations. These include rural communities, communities of color, immigrants, young children and… Read more »

Por Ashmar Mandou ¿Son exactos los recuentos del censo cuando se trata de latinos? El censo a menudo no cuenta ciertas poblaciones de difícil acceso. Estos incluyen comunidades rurales, comunidades… Read more »

Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot Wednesday announced that the City of Chicago will be temporarily suspending debt collection practices and non-safety related citations and impounds, as well as penalties for late payment. This… Read more »

La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot anunció el miércoles que la Ciudad de Chicago suspenderá temporalmente las prácticas de cobro de deudas y las multas y confiscaciones no relacionadas con la… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou City and State officials joined the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) on Wednesday announced the City will postpone… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou The first documents of the 2020 Census will start hitting mailboxes this week. In anticipation of the form, we have gathered up general questions most people have… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Funcionarios de la Ciudad y el Estado se unieron al Departamento de Salud Pública (CDPH) y a la Oficina de Gestión de Emergencias y Comunicaciones (OEMC) el… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Los primeros documentos del Censo del 2020 empezarán a llegar a los buzones esta semana. En anticipación de esto hemos reunidos preguntas generales que la mayoría de… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou A trailblazer in every sense of the word. Justice Jesse Reyes, who is the first Latino elected to the Illinois Appellate Court, is not unfamiliar with generating… Read more »

Among the many initiatives launched by Town President Larry Dominick following his election in 2005 is the town’s programs to provide jobs and expanded services to the town’s developmentally disabled… Read more »

Por Ashmar Mandou Un pionero en todo el sentido de la palabra, el Juez Jesse Reyes, primer latino elegido para la Corte de Apelaciones de Illinois, conocido por generar espacio… Read more »

Entre las muchas iniciativas lanzadas por el Presidente de Cicero, Larry Dominick, tras su elección en el 2005, está el programa de brindar empleos y ampliar servicios a los ciudadanos… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Ice Skating in Millennium Park Millennium Park Through March 8th Skate under the Chicago skyline at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park. Admission to… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Patinaje Sobre Hielo en el Millennium Park Millennium Park De ahora al 8 de marzo Patine bajo el cielo de Chicago en la Pista de hielo… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou For the first time in 32 years, the NBA All-Star Game is returning to Chicago, bringing the likes of LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo and more of… Read more »

Eighteen area charities last Friday shared more than $2.8 million raised by the 2020 Chicago Auto Show’s benevolent event, First Look for Charity, and one attendee left with the keys… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Por primera vez en 32 años, el Juego NBA All-Star regresa a Chicago trayendo a personas como LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo y más de los diestros… Read more »

Dieciocho organizaciones benéficas del área compartieron más de $2.8 millones recaudados en el evento benéfico del Auto Show de Chicago 2020., First Look for Charity y un asistente obtuvo las… Read more »

The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago (ILCC), producer of the Chicago Latino Film Festival (CLFF), is proud to announce Turkish artist and graphic designer Yağmur Genç as the winner of the 36th Chicago Latino Film Festival… Read more »

The Chicago Auto Show shifts into high gear as it makes its way to McCormick this weekend, February 8th through 17th. The nation’s largest and best-attended auto show, held annually… Read more »

El Cento Cultural Latino Internacional de Chicago (ILCC) productor del Festival de Cine Latino de Chicago (CLFF), se enorgullece en anunciar al artista y diseñador gráfico turco, Agmur Genc, como… Read more »

El Auto Show de Chicago llega a McCormick esta semana, del 8 al 17 de febrero. El Show de Autos más grande y más concurrido de la nación, que se… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou According to a study commissioned by The Chicago Community Trust, 49 percent of Humboldt Park households received food stamp benefits, and 30 percent of households accessed emergency… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou De acuerdo a un estudio comisionado por Chicago Community Trust, 49 por ciento de las familias de Humboldt Park recibieron beneficios de estampillas de comida y 30… Read more »

Women’s March Chicago will proudly celebrate the historic number of women that Illinois voters swept into office at the city, county, state and national levels, while also honoring marchers with… Read more »

The Cook County Complete Count Census Commission has approved grants to 69 organizations that will support the County in reaching hard-to-count (HTC) populations during the upcoming 2020 Census. These local municipalities… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Fourteen apartment buildings with 155 units, scattered across four wards and three communities, will be rehabbed and preserved as affordable by The Resurrection Project (TRP) through financial… Read more »

The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (MSI), 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr., is offering free Museum Entry to Illinois residents on select dates each week in January and February,… Read more »

Chicago a cappella, heralded as “the city’s liveliest, most versatile vocal ensemble,” (Chicago Tribune) celebrates the colorful and dynamic music of Mexico at Fiesta Coral Mexicana, a vibrant concert at… Read more »

El Museo de Ciencias e Industria, Chicago (MSI) 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr., ofrece Entradas gratis al Museo a los residentes de Illinois, en fechas selectas, cada semana, en enero… Read more »

Chicago a cappella, catalogado como “el grupo vocal más versátil y alegre de la ciudad” (Chicago Tribune) celebra la colorida y dinámica música de México en Fiesta Coral Mexicana, vibrante… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Once we are done with our year-end reflection, it is time to prepare with new goals for the year that is about to start. The New Year… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou It can be daunting when your list of New Year’s Resolutions is as long as your holiday shopping list. In addition to the post-holiday slump, not being… Read more »

The City of Chicago, along with various City Departments and agencies, is informing Chicago residents, workers and visitors of major new local laws and regulations that will come into effect in 2020. These new laws include: regulations for ensuring safe… Read more »

Town President Larry Dominick and the Town of Cicero board including Clerk Maria Punzo-Arias, Supervisor Joe Virruso, Assessor Emilio Cundari, Collector Fran Reitz, and Trustees Larry Banks, Bob Porod, Victor… Read more »

Frigid temperatures didn’t deter the more than 2,000 activists who gathered at Chicago’s Federal Plaza Tuesday night. They joined one of the nation’s largest rallies help under the “Nobody is… Read more »

Social Works A Night at The Museum Date: Thursday, Dec. 19th Time: 6p.m. to 10p.m. Where: The Museum of Science and Industry; 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr. www.socialworkschi.org SocialWorks’ 3rd… Read more »

Las heladas temperaturas no impidieron que más de 2000 activistas se reunieran en la Plaza Federal de Chicago el martes por la noche. Fue un rally de los mayores de… Read more »

Trabajo Social: Una Noche en el Museo Fecha: Jueves, 19 de diciembre Hora: 6 p.m. a 10 p.m. Donde: Museo de Ciencias e Industria; 5700 S. lake Shore Dr www.socialworkschi.org… Read more »

Steppenwolf for Young Adults (SYA) is proud to produce the world premiere of I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter, based on the New York Times Bestseller and National Book… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou New rules for those who receive federal food assistance are expected to impacts thousands of people in Cook County. Nearly 50,000 Cook County residents who are able-bodied,… Read more »

Navy Pier, the Midwest’s top-visited destination, is the place to be this New Year’s Eve. Say goodbye to 2019 and hello to 2020 at Chicago’s favorite New Year’s Eve headquarters… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou This Saturday, ComEd, Nicor Gas, and CEDA representatives will descend onto the Summit Park District to encourage customers to take full advantage of the many programs available… Read more »

Steppenwolf for Young Adults (SYA) se enorgullece en producir la prèmière mundial de I Am Nor Your Perfect Mexican Daughter (No Soy tu Hija Mexicana Perfecta), basada en el bestseller… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Nuevas reglas para quienes reciben asistencia federal en alimentos se espera impacte a miles de personas en el Condado de Cook. Cerca de 50,000 residentes del Condado… Read more »

Navy Pier, el lugar más visitado del Medio Oeste, es el lugar adecuado para celebrar la Víspera de Año Nuevo. Diga adiós al 2019 y hola al 2020 en el… Read more »

Por Ashmar Mandou Este sábado, representantes de ComEd, Nicor Gas y CEDA llegarán a Summit Park District par animar a los clientes a aprovechar los muchos programas disponibles para ellos… Read more »

The Illinois Lottery is spreading good cheer all season long with the Illinois Lottery Holiday Surprise Truck, which will be making stops at holiday markets and malls throughout Illinois throughout… Read more »

More than 44 businesses and 20 leaders from the Town of Cicero and community organizations launched the new Cicero Chamber of Commerce during a dinner meeting at Langostinos Restaurant on… Read more »

The Chicago Park District announced online registration for winter park programming opens this week, following a strong fall session. This marks the third consecutive year in the history of the… Read more »

Protecting Consumers from the Pitfalls of Bank Mergers By: Ashmar Mandou Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (D-Ill.), member of the House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services and United States Senator… Read more »

La Lotería de Illinois está difundiendo buenos ánimos durante la temporada con el Camión de Navidad Sorpresa de la Lotería de Illinois, que se detendrá en los mercados y centros… Read more »

Más de 44 comercios y 20 líderes del Municipio de Cicero y organizaciones comunitarias, lanzaron la nueva Cámara de Comercio de Cicero durante una comida en Langostinos Restaurant en la… Read more »

Protegiendo a los Consumidores de las Trampas de las Fusiones Bancarias. Por: Ashmar Mandou El Congresista Jesús “Chuy” García (D-III.), miembro del Comité de Servicios Financieros de la Cámara de… Read more »

Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) on Monday announced a series of community engagement events beginning next month as the next steps in the… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea to encourage people to do good and one of the best ways to get involved is in… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou The Polar Express Union Station, 225 S. Canal St. Through December 29th Price Range: $48-$70 www.chicagothepolarexpressride.com Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers… Read more »

La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot y el Departamento de Planeación y Desarrollo (DPD) anunciaron el lunes una serie de eventos de compromiso comunitario a partir del próximo mes, como los… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Martes de Donaciones fue creado en el 2012 como una sencilla idea de animar a la gente a hacer el bien y una de las mejores formas… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou The Polar Express Union Statioon, 225 S. Canal St. De ahora al 29 de diciembre Precio: $48-$70 www.chicagothepolarexpressride.com A los sonidos de la banda sonora de… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou A Christmas Carol Through December 29th Goodman Theatre Price Range: $25-$89 Dickens’ holiday classic is the iconic tale of greedy businessman Ebenezer Scrooge, whose sizable bank… Read more »

At an Asleep with the Fishes overnight event last week, Shedd Aquarium launched a public vote to decide on a name for the beluga calf born at the aquarium in… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Un Coro Navideño De ahora al 29 de diciembre Goodman Theatre Precio: $25-$89 El clásico navideño de Dickens es el cuento icónico del codicioso comerciante Ebenezer… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Christkindlmarket Through December 24th, 2019 Daley Plaza, Washington and Dearborn Streets Free www.christkindlmarket.com Ice Skating in Millennium Park Through March 8th, 2020 Millennium Park, 55 N…. Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Christkindlmarket De ahora al 24 de diciembre, 2019 Plaza Daley, Washington & Dearborn Gratis www.christkindlmarket.com Patinaje sobre el Hielo en Millennium Park De ahora al 8… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Every year on November 11, Americans honor the 19.6 million active and former U.S. service members who have gone to war. Veterans Day is marked by parades,… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Art on theMART Through December 29th Merchandise Mart, 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza Free www.artonthemart.com Hamilton Through January 5th, 2020 CIBC Theatre, 18 W. Monroe St Price… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Cada año, el 11 de noviembre, los estadounidenses rinden honor a 19.6 millones de miembros activos y ex-miembros del ejército de E.U. que han ido a la… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Art on theMART De ahora al 29 de diciembre Merchandise Mart, 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza Gratis www.artonthemart.com Hamilton De ahora al 5 de enero del 2020… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou President Trump made a first time visit to Chicago on Monday where he spoke at the International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference at McCormick Place, addressing… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou El Presidente Trump hizo su primera visita a Chicago el lunes, donde habló en la Conferencia de la Asociación Internacional de Jefes de Policía en el McCormick… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot presented to City Council the 2020 budget proposal that promises to bring forth a progressive, responsible budget that maximizes government efficiency, prioritizes structural… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou John Leguizamo’s Latin History for Morons October 29th through November 3rd Chicago Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph www.BroadwayInChicago.com LATIN HISTORY FOR MORONS is inspired by… Read more »

3Arts, the Chicago-based nonprofit grantmaking organization, is honored to award 20 Chicago artists with unrestricted grants at the 12th annual 3Arts Awards Celebration, taking place Monday, Nov. 4th at the… Read more »

La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot presentó al Concilio de la Ciudad la propuesta del presupuesto 2020 que promete producir un presupuesto progresivo y responsable que maximice la eficiencia gubernamental, haga… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Latin History for Morons de John Leguizamo Del 29 de octubre al 3 de noviembre Chicago Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W. Randolph www.BroadwayInChicago.com LATIN HISTORY FOR… Read more »

3Arts, organización sin fines de lucro, con sede en Chicago, se honra en premiar a 20 artistas de Chicago con subsidios sin restricción en la 12º Celebración de Premios de… Read more »

Ashley Wheater, The Mary B. Galvin Artistic Director of The Joffrey Ballet, and Greg Cameron, President and CEO, are pleased to announce that Raymond Rodriguez, former Head of Studio Company… Read more »

Casa Central honored Governor JB Pritzker with their Changemaker Award at their 65th Anniversary Awards Gala on Friday, Oct. 11th at the Hilton Chicago, for the contributions he has made to… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Open House Chicago October 19th and October 20th Various Locations in Chicago www.openhousechicago.org Want to take a look inside skyscrapers, private clubs, churches, theaters and historic… Read more »

Ashley Wheater, directora artística de Mary B Galvin, de The Joffrey Ballet y Greg Cameron, Presidente y CEO, se complacen en anunciar que Raymond Rodríguez, ex-Director de Studio Company y… Read more »

Casa Central honró al Gobernador JB Pritzker con el Premio Agente de Cambio en su 65º Aniversario de Gala, el viernes, 11 de octubre, en Hilton Chicago, por las contribuciones… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Casa Abierta Chicago 19 & 20 de Octubre Varios lugares en Chicago www.openhousechicago.org ¿Quieres entrar a los rascacielos, clubs privados, iglesias, teatros y lugares históricos de… Read more »

MAKE Literary Productions is proud to present the sixth annual Lit & Luz Festival of Language, Literature, and Art October 12-19, 2019, at venues throughout Chicago.  The only US cultural festival to feature… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou At the helm of one of the most diverse and leading companies, ComEd CEO Joe Dominguez is in charge of powering the lives of more than four… Read more »

MAKE Literary Productions se enorgullece en presentar el sexto Festival Lit & Luz de Lenguaje, Literatura y Arte, del 12 al 19 de octubre, 2019, en diferentes lugares de Chicago…. Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Al frente de una de las empresas más diversas e importantes, el CEO de ComEd, Joe Domínguez está a cargo de dar electricidad a más de cuatro… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou “I was very proud to appoint Maria as Cicero’s first Hispanic clerk. She was a trustee for eight years and she brings a lot of talent to… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Cicero resident Marco Polo harnessed his entrepreneurial spirit from watching his father work exceptionally hard as a farmer back in Mexico. “My father had this immense piece… Read more »

Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot announced a $2.7 million investment in the City’s 2020 census efforts for an all-hands-on deck outreach strategy to ensure that every Chicagoan is counted. With nearly… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou “Me sentí muy orgulloso denombrar a María como la primera secretaria hispana de Cicero. Fue fideicomisaria por ocho años y trae consigo mucho talento a la oficina…. Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou El residente de Cicero, Marco Polo, aprovechó su espíritu emprendedor de observar a su padre trabajar excepcionalmente fuerte como granjero en México. “Mi padre tenía ese inmenso… Read more »

La Alcaldesa Lori E. Lightfoot anunció una inversión de $2.7 millones en los esfuerzos del censo de la Ciudad del 2020 para una estrategia de alcance para garantizar que todo… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Hispanic Heritage Month Series: Chief Engagement Officer Juan Carlos Linares Earlier this summer, ex-Executive Director of LUCHA, Juan Carlos Linares was appointed to Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot’s… Read more »

ComEd’s annual Solar Spotlight program exposed Chicago-area Hispanic students to key principles of solar energy while giving them access to ComEd professionals who talked to them about the journey to… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Serie del Mes de la Herencia Hispana: Funcionaro en Jefe de Compromiso Juan Carlos Linares A principios de este verano, el ex-Director Ejecutivo de LUCHA, Juan Carlos… Read more »

El programa Proyector Solar anual de ComEd expone a estudiantes hispanos del área de Chicago a principios clave de energía solar, mientras les brinda acceso a profesionales de ComEd que… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou During Hispanic Heritage Month we honor the generations of Latinx individuals who continue to enrich the cultural fabric of America and the world. This month’s celebration allows… Read more »

LUMA8, in collaboration with the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), is pleased to announce the fifth annual Arts in the Dark, a festive and magical nighttime Halloween… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Durante el Mes de la Herencia Hispana honramos las genraciones de personas latinas que continúan enriqueciendo la fábrica cultural de Estados Unidos y del mundo. La celebración… Read more »

LUMA8, en colaboración con el Departamento de Asuntos Culturales y Eventos Especiales (DCASE), se complace en anunciar el quinto anual de Arts in the Dark, un festivo y mágico desfile… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Mexican Independence Day Celebrations When: September 12th through September 15th Time: Thursday and Friday, 5:30p.m. to 11p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 11p.m. Where: Cicero, 34th… Read more »

Instituto Cervantes of Chicago, the city’s premier Spanish culture and education center, celebrates the national Hispanic Heritage Month with a series of special public programming, most- free of charge, September… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Frida Kahlo Portrait Pop Art-Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month When: Sunday, Sept. 29th Time: 3p.m. to 6p.m. Where: Workshop 4200; 4200 West Diversey Avenue Price: $35 Channel… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Celebración del Día de la Independencia Mexicana Cuando: Del 12 al 15 de Sept. Hora: Jueves y Viernes, 5:30 p.m. a 11 P.m.; Sábado y Domingo,… Read more »

El Instituto Cervantes de Chicago, centro educativo y cultural español premier celebra el Mes Nacional de la Herenia Hispana con una serie de programaciones públicas especiales, la mayoría sin costo… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Retrato Pop-Art de Frida Kahlo – Celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana Cuando: Domingo, 29 de Sept. Hora: 3 p.m. a 6 p.m. Donde: Workshop… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Tenants of the 2800 block of West Division, a building which has provided affordable housing to the Humboldt Park community for decades, are fighting back against the… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Aldermen are calling on Mayor Lori Lightfoot to re- evaluate the HIV/STI Bureau’s recent funding decisions that resulted in an “inequitable distribution of resources favoring large institutions… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Navy Pier Summer Fireworks August 31st Free Admission Navy Pier www.navypier.com Don’t miss the last chance to catch Navy Pier’s spectacular fireworks this summer. The night… Read more »

Por Ashmar Mandou Inquilinos de la cuadra 2800 de West Division, edificio que ha provisto viviendo cómoda a la comunidad de Humboldt Park por décadas, está luchando contra la reciente… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Fuegos Pirotécnicos de Verano en Navy Pier 31 de Agosto Admisión Gratuita www.navypier.com No se pierda la última oportunidad de disfrutar los espectaculares fuegos pirotécnicos de… Read more »

Walgreens is proud to launch the 10th Annual Expressions Challenge, a creative arts competition for teens to voice their opinions on critical issues and encourage healthy decisions for a healthy… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou A group of residents in the Little Village neighborhood will be holding a meeting on Thursday in front of Madero School in an effort to keep the… Read more »

Walgreens se enorgullece en lanzar el 10th Annual Expressions Challenge, una creativa competencia de arte para adolescentes, para hacer oir sus opiniones en temas críticos y estimular decisiones saludables para… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Un grupo de residentes del barrio de la Villita tendrán una junta el jueves, frente a la Escuela Madero, en un esfuerzo por conservar el terreno público,… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Without a shadow of a doubt, Patricia Sturdevant’s heart belongs in Cicero. As one of eight siblings, Sturdevant grew up in Cicero with no plans of relocating… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Latinx consumers are defining the future of consumption, reports Nielsen using Census data. Nielsen’s latest Diverse Intelligence Series report, La Oportunidad Latinx: Cultural Currency and the Consumer… Read more »

By Nikoleta Morales Jerry Velazquez is a Mexican actor and a singer who recently voiced over the character of Aladdin in the Spanish language version of the film. His career… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Sin sombra de duda, el corazón de Patricia Sturdevant pertenece a Cicero. Como una de ocho hermanos, Sturdevan creció en Cicero sin planes de mudarse pronto. “Me… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Los consumidores latinos están definiendo al consumo, reporta Nielsen utilizando datos Census. El último reporte Serie de Inteligencia Diversa de Nielsen La Oportunidad Latina: Moneda Cultural y… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou This past weekend, dual massacres occurred in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio. At least 31 people were killed, and dozens more were injured in these mass… Read more »

Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) issued the following statement in response to the domestic terrorist attack in El Paso over the weekend: “Our nation is in shock and we are… Read more »

Caption Ashmar Mandou Thirty young women ages 13 to 18 participated in the sixth-annual ComEd Icebox Derby, a program the energy company developed to encourage women to pursue science, technology,… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Este pasado fin de semana ocurrieron dos masacres, en El Paso, Texas y en Dayton, Ohio. Por lo menos 31 personas resultaron muertas y docenas más quedaron… Read more »

El Congresista Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) dio la siguiente declaración en respuesta al ataque terrorista doméstico en El Paso el fin de semana: “Nuestra nación está en shock y estamos… Read more »

Pie de Foto de Ashmar Mandou Treinta jóvencitas de 13 a 18 años participaron en el sexto ComEd Icebox Derby anual, programa que la compañía de electricidad desarrolló para animar… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Lollapalooza Music Festival returns to Grant Park Thursday, drawing hundreds of thousands to Chicago’s lakefront for the highly anticipated four-day event featuring over 170 performances spanned across… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou El Festival de Música Lollapalooza regresa al Grant Park el jueves, atrayendo a cientos de miles al frente del lago de Chicago por el tan anticipado evento… Read more »

By Nikoleta Morales If you don’t know who Eugenio Derbez is you definitely have to do your diligence and head straight to the movie theater on August 9 to see… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Why is the census important? The decennial census is the most inclusive civic activity in the country, covering every person in every household. The U.S. Constitution requires… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Taste of Chicago returns for the 39th year this weekend through July 14th and we have your roundup of what to expect in food, music, and family-fun… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Behind every altruistic effort or illuminating project is an organization working around the clock for the betterment of their community. Each month we will place a spotlight… Read more »

Following its hit Broadway run, John Leguizamo’s Latin History for Morons will play Broadway in Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre this fall, beginning October 29th through November 3rd, 2019. Written and… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Detrás de cada esfuerzo altruista o proyecto esclarecedor hay una organización que trabaja las 24 horas del día para mejorar su comunidad. Cada mes, haremos hincapié en… Read more »

Luego de su exitosa carrera en Broadway, la Historia Latina de John Leguizamo para Morons tocará en Broadway en el Cadillac Palace Theatre de Chicago este otoño, desde el 29… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou The Fourth of July is finally here and it is time to partake in the many celebrations occurring across the city of Chicago. We gathered up… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou El cuatro de julio finalmente llegó y es hora de participar en las muchas celebraciones que tienen lugar en la ciudad de Chicago. Recopilamos los shows… Read more »

Statement from Town Cicero President Larry Dominick Town President Larry Dominick and the Town of Cicero Board of Trustees want to remind residents that Cicero does not work with ICE,… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Behind every altruistic effort or illuminating project is an organization working around the clock for the betterment of their community. We place a spotlight on organizations across… Read more »

Declaración del Presidente de Cicero Larry Dominick El Presidente de Cicero, Larry Dominick y la Junta de Fideicomiso del Municipio de Cicero, recuerdan a los residentes que Cicero no trabaja… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Tras cada esfuerzo altruísta o brillante proyecto, está una organización que trabaja todo el día para el mejoramiento de su comunidad. Ponemos un enfoque en organizaciones del… Read more »

Caption by Ashmar Mandou Ruido Fest, Latin-music themed, three-day festival returns to Chicago for its fifth anniversary with a robust list of diverse musical acts. This weekend, artists will descend… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou A new groundbreaking summer program called Summer for Change (S4C) designed to reach Chicago’s vulnerable youth launched Wednesday with the help of Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and… Read more »

Por Sylvia Tencer  El Festival Internacional del Libro, BEA, BookExpo y BookCon se realizó en la ciudad de Nueva York.  Asistieron más de 30,000 personas, celebridades, editores, publicistas y amantes de la… Read more »

Caption by Ashmar Mandou Ruido Fest, festival de música latina de tres días, regresa Chicago en su quinto aniversario, con una fuerte lista de diversos actos musicales. Este fin de… Read more »

Por Ashmar Mandou Un nuevo e innovador programa de verano, llamado Summer for Change (S4C), diseñado para llegar a los jóvenes vulnerables de Chicago fue lanzado el miércoles, con la… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou LatiNxt, will once again take over Navy Pier’s musical stage for the second year in a row with epic performances from musically diverse artists spanning the globe…. Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Behind every altruistic effort or illuminating project is an organization working around the clock for the betterment of their community. Each month we will place a spotlight… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou LatiNxt, llega una vez más al estrado musical de Navy Pier por segundo año consecutivo con actuaciones épicas de artistas mundialmente diversos, musicalmente hablando, LatiNxt Presentado por… Read more »

By Nikoleta Morales Spanish actor Marc Clotet has starred in several successful series in Spain including, “El Comisario”, “Física o Química”, “Amar es para Siempre”, “El Caso”, and “Tiempos de… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Chicago Park District Presents Young at Heart Queer Film Fest at Humboldt Where: Humboldt Park, 1440 N. Humboldt Blvd. When: Thursday, June 6th Time: 8:30p.m., to… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Widely known as the “unofficial kick-off” to the summer, Memorial Day weekend is a time when neighborhoods become more lively, families lay out blankets for a lakefront… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Lori E. Lightfoot on Monday was sworn in as the 56th Mayor of Chicago with her wife, Amy Eshleman, and daughter, Vivian, at her side. Thousands of… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Ampliamente conocido como el “inicio no oficial” del verano, el fin de semana del Memorial Day es una etapa en que los barrios se ven más alegres,… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Lori E. Lightfoot fue juramentada el lunes como la Alcaldesa No. 56 de Chicago, con su esposa, Amy Eshleman y su hija, Vivian, a su lado. Miles… Read more »

On Friday evening, May 3rd Chicago’s National Museum of Mexican Art celebrated its annual benefit at Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel. Themed Noche de Encanto (Evening of Enchantment), the Gala de… Read more »

El viernes por la tarde, el 3 de mayo, el Museo Nacional de Arte Mexicano (NMMA) celebró su beneficio anual en el Hotel Radisson Blu Aqua. Con el tema Noche… Read more »

By: Daniel Ash Associate Vice President, Community Impact The Chicago Community Trust As Chicago Mayor-elect Lori Lightfoot prepares to step into her new position as mayor, Lawndale News readers have… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Since its launch in 2013, ComEd’s CONSTRUCT Program has been building a stronger, more diverse workforce for the construction industry by training qualified minority candidates for construction-related… Read more »

Por Ashmar Mandou Desde su lanzamiento en el 2013, el Programa CONSTRUCT de ComEd ha estado estableciendo una fuerza laboral más fuerte y diversa para la industria de la construcción,… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Behind every altruistic effort or illuminating project is an organization working around the clock for the betterment of their community. Each month we will place a spotlight… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou By now, we all know, hopefully, that Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of the Battle of Puebla that took place May 5th, 1862. Today, Cinco… Read more »

Por Ashmar Mandou Tras cada esfuerzo altruista o un buen proyecto está una organzación que trabaja sin descanso por el mejoramiento de su comunidad. Cada mes hacemos un enfoque en… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Para ahora, ya todos sabemos, esperamos, que el Cinco de Mayo es una celebración de la Batalla de Puebla que tuvo lugar el 5 de Mayo… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Who’s ready for an egg scavenger hunt? From the Chicago Park Districts to the Woodfield Mall, we have rallied a list of egg hunts occurring in and… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou ¿Quién está listo para buscar el tesoro? Desde los Distritos de Parques de Chicago a Woodfield Mall, hemos recopilado una lista de caza de huevos de pascua… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou On Wednesday, the City Council approved a tax-increment financing deal for The 78 development in the South Loop by a vote of 31-14 as well as approved… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou The Gun Violence Prevention Action Committee and the Illinois Gun Violence Prevention Coalition along with CPD Superintendent Eddie Johnson held a press conference on Tuesday to discuss… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou El miércoles, el Concilio de la Ciudad aprobó un acuerdo de financiamiento de incremento de impuestos para el desarrollo de The 78 en el South Loop, por… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Por Ashmar Mandou El Comité de Acctión en Prevención de Violencia de Armas y la Coalición de Prevención de Violencia de Armas de Illinois, junto con el… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Chicago made history electing former federal prosecutor Lori Lightfoot, defeating Toni Preckwinkle in a runoff for Chicago mayor Tuesday. Lightfoot will be the first openly gay person… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Chicago hizo historia el martes, eligiendo a la ex procuradora federal Lori Lightfoot, quien derrotó a Toni Preckwinkle en una segunda vuelta por la carrera de alcaldesa… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou After participating in nightly forums, neighborhoods meet and greets, as well as clinching additional endorsements Mayoral candidates Toni Preckwinkle and Lori Lightfoot are days away from their… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Después de participar en foros nocturnos, encuentros y saludos en los barrios y ganar endosos adicionales, las candidatos a la alcaldía, Toni Preckwinkle y Lori Lightfoot están… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Political Sidebar is a weekly round-up of commentary from elected officials around the Chicagoland area discussing topical issues affecting their communities. Ortiz Backs Measure to Close… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Raised in the Pilsen and Bridgeport neighborhoods, Justice Jesse Reyes was the oldest of four children and the only one to attend college. In 1997, Reyes was… Read more »

The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago presented last night the full program for the 35th Chicago Latino Film Festival during their annual Kickoff Party, held this year at 365-viii,… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou Barra Política es un comentario semanal sobre los funcionarios electos en el área de Chicago, discutiendo temas de actualidad que afectan a sus comunidades. Ortiz respalda… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Criado en los barrios de Pilsen y Bridgeport, el Juez Jesse Reyes fue el mayor de cuatro hijos y el único que asistió a la universidad. En… Read more »

El Centro Cultural Latino Internacional de Chicago presentó anoche el programa completo para el Festival de Cine Latino de Chicago No. 35, durante su fiesta de inauguración, presentada este año… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Patty Murray (D-WA), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Kamala Harris (D-CA), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Tina… Read more »

Courtesy of IBIC Chicago, Illinois: Illinois Business Immigration Coalition (IBIC) strongly opposes the construction of a new U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) immigrant detention facility in Dwight, Illinois. Ahead… Read more »

Kick off the spring season in great shape by working out for free from March 18-24, 2019, at any of the Chicago Park District’s citywide fitness centers or pools during… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Los Senadores de E.U. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Patty Murray (D-WA), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Kamala Harris (D-CA), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Ron Wyden… Read more »

Cortesía de IBIC Chicago, Illinois: Illinois Business Immigration Coalition (IBIC)se opone fuertemente a la construcción del nuevo centro de detención de inmigrantes de U.S. Immigration and Custoum Enforcement (ICE) en… Read more »

Empieza la temporada de primavera en buena forma haciendo ejercicio gratuitamente del 18 al 24 de marzo del 2019 en cualquiera de los centros de gimnasia o piscinas de la… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou International Women’s Day is a day to honor the achievements of women around the globe and, especially here in Chicago. As a way to commemorate International Women’s… Read more »

Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the nation’s premier ensemble theatre, broke ground on the next phase of its multi-year campus expansion on Halsted Street in Chicago’s Lincoln Park. The company unveiled plans for… Read more »

Close to 500 costumed shopping cart mushers were given nods from Mother Nature as they raced through Chicago’s streets on Saturday, March 2nd, all in the name of fighting hunger. … Read more »

The Midwest debut of Juana In A Million, the acclaimed play by Vicky Araico. The story unfolds through the eyes of Juana Gomez Castillo, a young Mexican woman who leaves… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou El Día Internacional de la Mujer es un día para honrar los logros de las mujeres de todo el mundo y, especialmente aquí en Chicago. Para conmemorar… Read more »

Debuta en el Midwest Juana In A Million, la aclamada obra de Vicky Araico. La historia se desarrolla a través de los ojos de Juana Gómez Castillo, joven mexicana que… Read more »

Alfonso Cuarón: ‘This film wouldn’t exist if it’s not from Mexico’ By: Nikoleta Morales This year’s 91st Academy Awards, the Oscars, were an exciting time not just for me as… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou In a little over a month, history will be made in Chicago as the City will elect its first African-American female mayor. Self-proclaimed “independent candidate” Lori Lightfoot… Read more »

Alfonso Cuarón: ‘Esta película no existiría si no fuera por México’ Por Nikoleta Morales Los 91 Premios de la Academia de este año, Los Oscares, fueron de gran emoción, no… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou En poco más de un mes, se escribirá la historia en Chicago, ya que la Ciudad eligirá a su primera alcaldesa afroamericana. La autoproclamada “candidata independiente” Lori… Read more »

Caption by Ashmar Mandou Protesters took over the Federal Plaza on President’s Day to oppose President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national emergency on the country’s southern border. The declaration… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou The number of candidates running to be Chicago’s next mayor is the largest in the city’s history. Currently, there are 14 candidates on the ballot and if… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou State Representative Theresa Mah and 25th Ward candidate Hilario Dominguez called on the Board of Elections to investigate reports of ballot theft among Chinatown seniors. These t… Read more »

Pie de Foto de Ashmar Mandou Manifestantes se apoderaron de la Plaza Federal el Día de los Presidentes para oponerse a la declaración de emergencia nacional del Presidente Donald Trump… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou El número de candidatos que corren para la alcaldía de Chicago es el mayor en l ahistoria de la ciudad. Actualmente hay 14 candidatos en la boleta… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou La Representante Estatal Theresa Mah y el candidato al Distrito 25, Hilario Domínguez, pidieron a la Junta de Elecciones que investigue reportes del robo de boletas entre… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou What better holiday than Valentine’s Day to focus on showing a little self-love and compassion for your busy, hardworking self? Aside from the notable chocolate and champagne,… Read more »

By: Nikoleta Morales Edited by Lawndale Bilingual News Ariel Contreras-Fox is the new winner of Hell’s Kitchen – Season 18. She is a returning finalist from Season 6 where she… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou After six years in the making, La Casa Norte on Tuesday returned to its original location with the grand opening of The Foundation Project, a new $20-million-dollar… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou ¿Que mejor celebración que el Día de San Valentín para enfocarnos en mostrar un poco de amor propio y compasión por ti mismo, un ser tan ocupado… Read more »

Por: Nikoleta Morales Editado por Lawndale Bilingual News Ariel Contreras-Fox es la nueva ganadora de Hell’s Kitchen – Temporada 18. Regresa como finalista de la Temporada 6, donde terminó en… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Después de seis años de proceso, La Casa Norte regresó el martes a su local original, con la gran apertura de The Foundation Project, una nueva y… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou The Chicago dance community mourns the loss of legendary Dame Libby Komaiko, founder of the Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater, who died on Saturday, Feb. 2nd at… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou The Chicago Auto Show gears up for another season showcasing nearly 1,000 of the newest cars, trucks and SUVs; demonstrations of the industry’s latest technology; interactive exhibits;… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou La comunidad de danza de Chicago lamenta la pérdida de la legandaria Dame Libby Komaiko, fundadora de Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater, quien murió el sábado, 2… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Chicago Auto Show se prepara para otra temporada exhibiendo cerca de 1,000 de los más nuevos autos, camiones y SIVs; demostraciones de la última tecnología de la… Read more »

The onset of dangerously cold, adverse weather conditions for the Chicago metropolitan area require action from pet owners. The Chicago Veterinary Medical Association provides the following guidelines for the public… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Escape the frigid temperatures with a feast of exotic cuisine from around the city. First Bites Bash returns Thursday, Jan. 24th at the Field Museum for a… Read more »

La llegada del peligroso frío,y condiciones de tiempo adversas para el área metropolitana de Chicago requiere acción para los propietarios de mascotas. Chicago Veterinary Medical Association provee la siguiente guía… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Escape de las heladas temperaturas con un festín de cocina exótica de la ciudad. . First Bites Bash regresa el jueves, 24 de enero, al Field Museum… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Taking the oath of office as Illinois’ 43rd Governor, Gov. JB Pritzker expressed his vision to work together to create another century of boundless opportunity and fulfill… Read more »

Local McDonald’s Owner/Operator Carmen Solano-DeCarrier, and Martin Brower partnered to provide more than 600 pairs of athletic shoes to at-risk children. The donations were made through four community organizations: Casa… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou El gobernador JB Pritzker tomó el juramento de su cargo como el 43 ° gobernador de Illinois y expresó su visión de trabajar juntos para crear otro… Read more »

La propietaria / operadora local de McDonald’s, Carmen Solano-DeCarrier, y Martin Brower se asociaron para proporcionar más de 600 pares de zapatos deportivos a niños en riesgo. Las donaciones se… Read more »

Young women, femmes, non-binary folks, and allies of all ages are coming together for a rally in Chicago (Federal Plaza) to stand in solidarity with the third annual Women’s March… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou On Tuesday, Alderman Brian Hopkins rejected plans for the Lincoln Yards soccer stadium on Chicago’s North Side neighborhood. In a statement to the media, Ald. Hopkins said… Read more »

Mujeres jóvenes, mujeres, personas no binarias y aliados de todas las edades se están reuniendo para un mitin en Chicago (Federal Plaza) en solidaridad con la tercera Marcha Anual de… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou El martes, el concejal Brian Hopkins rechazó los planes para el estadio de fútbol Lincoln Yards en el vecindario North Side de Chicago. En una declaración a… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou The Kimball Tenants Union (KTU) held a press conference on Friday, Dec. 28th to criticize the abuse and harassment they have reportedly experienced while battling eviction. According… Read more »

In observance of National Migration Week, the Archdiocese of Chicago will host an opening Mass on January 6, 2019 at 5:15 p.m., at Holy Name Cathedral, 735 N. State Street,… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Kimball Tenants Union (KTU) tuvo una conferencia de prensa el viernes, 28 de diciembre para criticar el abuso y acoso que han experimentado mientras luchan contra el… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou As the New Year quickly approaches, now is the perfect time to start making changes for the year ahead. Now is your chance to sit down and… Read more »

Caption by Ashmar Mandou Recently appointed State Representative of the 4th District Delia Ramirez, following her public ceremony held at Humboldt Park United Methodist Church, met with the district’s committeemen…. Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Al acercarse el Año Nuevo es el momento perfecto para empezar a hacer cambios para el año que comienza. Ahora es tu oportunidad de sentarte y preparar… Read more »

Pie de Foto de Ashmar Mandou la recientemente nombrada Representante Estatal del distrito 4, Delia Ramírez, tras la ceremonia pública llevada a cabo en la Iglesia Metodista Unida de Humboldt… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Before the festive, jolly season comes to an end there are plenty of shows occurring around Chicago to enjoy. Whether you are in the mood for music… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Attorney General Lisa Madigan on Wednesday released introductory findings of her investigation into the Catholic Church. While the six dioceses in Illinois have now openly identified 185… Read more »

Compiled by Ashmar Mandou Jamie Allan’s iMagician…It’s Magic Beyond Belief December 22nd through January 6th Harris Theater, Millennium Park, 205 E. Randolph St. Aided by lasers, iPads, holograms and more miraculous… Read more »

Por: Ashmar Mandou Antes de que termine la festiva y alegre temporada navideña, hay muchos shows que disfrutar en Chicago. Ya sea que le guste la música o el baile,… Read more »

Recopilado por Ashmar Mandou El Mago de Jamie Allan…. Algo Más que Mágico Diciembre 22 a Enero 6 Harris Theater, Millennium Park, 205 E. Randolph St. Con la ayuda de… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou The Mariachi Institute of Chicago presents its third annual and only holiday mariachi concert in Chicago and the Midwest, “Merry-Achi Christmas Concert”. Celebrate Mexico’s authentic and vibrant… Read more »

By: Ashmar Mandou Steppenwolf Theatre Company will soon debut the much anticipated premier of La Ruta by acclaimed Chicago playwright Isaac Gomez, featuring Sandra Marquez and Karen Rodriguez along with… Read more »