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.

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.

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.‍

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.

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.

A Champion of Culture, Education, and Community Connection

The legal community came together on October 7 for a truly inspiring celebration at the Justice John Paul Stevens Awards! Among this year's celebrated honorees was Aurora Austriaco, a founding partner of Valentine Austriaco & Bueschel, P.C.

From a tense encounter between a state lawmaker and federal agents in Albany Park to the conviction in a Chinatown murder case, these incidents remind us that staying informed and connected is essential for safety and trust.