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Empowering Our Own: Asian Giving Circle Awards $100,000 to Fuel AAPI Change-Makers

The Asian Giving Circle (AGC) is a grassroots philanthropic initiative under The Chicago Community Trust, and this year, they are showing the true power of collective generosity.
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The Path He Paved: Remembering Michael C. Aguhar

Michael was, at his core, a community builder. His footprints may end here, but we will make certain that the trail he blazed remains. The paths he forged will go further and create space for future generations of leaders, advocates, and community builders to walk through.
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The Year of the Fire Horse: Chinese Zodiac Predictions for 2026

Fire Horse years tend to favor decisive action over prolonged planning—momentum matters more than perfection. While this intensity can bring breakthroughs, it also demands self-awareness, and careful intentional actions to avoid burnout or impulsive missteps.
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A Story of Resilience: Chicago's Chinatown Then and Now

From its humble origins as a haven for Chinese immigrants, the area that is now known as Chicago’s Chinatown is a testament to the unyielding ingenuity of Chinese-Americans in the Midwest.‍
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The Mane Events to Celebrate the Year of the Horse in Chicago!

This year, you can get your hands dirty with mochi donut classes, learn the delicate art of dumpling folding, or catch a screening of high-octane Asian cinema.
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Celestial Mirrors: A Comparative Look at Chinese and Western Zodiacs

Let’s be honest: humans have been staring at the sky for eons, trying to figure out why we are the way we are. It is basically the original personality quiz. Long before we had Myers-Briggs or the viral "Which Bread Are You?" tests, we had the stars.
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Lunar New Year Pop Culture Roundup

The Year of the Fire Horse is almost here, and the energy is getting fiery. If you’ve been scrolling lately, you already know that the AAPI community isn’t just having a moment; we’re basically running the timeline.
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Honoring the Legacy of Cesar Abueg

Most people see our website as a collection of stories filled with colors, playful texts, and carefully placed buttons. But those of us who worked alongside Cesar Abueg see something else. We see his fingerprints on every pixel.
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History in the Making: Illinois Supreme Court Welcomes Its First Asian American Justice

First District Appellate Justice Sanjay Tailor is set to take the bench, filling the seat of retiring Justice Mary Jane Theis and officially becoming the first Asian American justice in the court’s history.
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2025 RECAP: Moments that Redefined AAPI Excellence

This past year has been a monumental collection of "firsts" and "bests," showcasing the depth of talent and resilience within our culture. From the launchpad to the boardroom, here are the defining moments that made 2025 a year of unbridled AAPI excellence.
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In Loving Memory of Mabel Menard

A Champion of Culture, Education, and Community Connection
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Pokémon GO Fest is Coming Home: Chicago 2026!

Trainers, pack your bags and charge your battery packs: Pokémon GO Fest is officially returning to where it all began!