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Lea Villena

Interviews

To Nancy Loo, One of the Greats

We wish Nancy good luck on becoming News Nation’s West Coast correspondent, and thank her for her decade of service as a reporter for WGN-TV.
Community

COVID-19 Resources/Reference Guide

Asian Americans Advancing Justice | Chicago put COVID-19 resources together to keep our communities up to date on the information and resources available about this pandemic.
Interviews

ABC 7 Chicago presents ASIAN INFLUENCES: STANDING STRONG

Asian American heroes and organizations-  stepping up and helping out during a crisis.
Community

Chinatown Remembers the Legendary Helen Moy “Tomatoes”

She was part of various civic organizations, including serving as President of the Chinese American Civic Council (CACC), the Chicago Chinese Women’s League, and the Girl Scouts.
Business

Nintendo Surprises Travelers with Switch Lounges at Ohare and other airports

Travelers will have the exciting opportunity to encounter surprises starting February 13 at selected major airports across the U.S. as Nintendo will be arranging for Nintendo Switch On The Go pop-up airport lounges.

IADO Welcomes New President Susan Patel

On January 27, Indian American Susan Patel was announced as the new president of the Indo-American Democratic Organization (IADO) based in Chicago, Illinois.
Arts/Entertainment

‘Parasite’ Becomes Vanguard of Oscars History

In the recent 92nd Academy Awards, Parasite made history as it became the sixth foreign language film to win the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay.

Filipino Food and Pastries counter, to open at the former Winchester spot

Genie, a pastry chef and Tim, a savory chef, worked at the two-Michelin starred Oriole in the West Loop and now plans to open the former Winchester spot at a new theme and concept.