Following the recent March primary elections, several Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) candidates have secured their places on the November general election ballot. Spanning federal, state, and county-level offices, the results solidify the roster of AAPI candidates moving forward in Illinois.

AACC’s 43rd Annual Lunar New Year Gala drew more than 1,100 attendees for an evening of cultural celebration, community recognition, and political visibility. From heartfelt tributes and awards to a standout performance by Shin Lim, the event highlighted the strength, unity, and growing influence of Chicago’s Asian American community.

Ahead of the primary election on Tuesday, March 17, and the general election on November 3, here is a look at who is on the ballot and the offices they are seeking.

On March 3, Starbucks introduced a spring menu filled with tropical and culturally rich flavors, including ube, coconut, and a newly reimagined chai.

According to a recent application filed with the U.S. Department of Transportation on February 24, 2026, Philippine Airlines is seeking approval to launch the first nonstop flight between Ninoy Aquino International Airport and Chicago O’Hare International Airport in time for Summer 2026.

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.

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.

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.‍

To help you manifest your best year yet, we’ve rounded up 8 ways to invite prosperity and joy into your life while supporting our local AAPI-owned businesses.

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.

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.