Serving The Ghanaian Chicago Community
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
Illinois is passing a law that some would say will make history. Illinois is looking to be the first state in the United States to abolish cash bail. And the consequences of passing such a law have many believing the state could mirror the horror movie “The Purge”. In the film, […]
On September 8, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) finalized regulations on its assessment of “public charge,” applicable to noncitizens who receive or wish to apply for benefits in health coverage programs overseen by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The new regulations restore prior rules […]
FOR IMMEDIATE MEDIA RELEASE CONTACT: 773-253-9213 SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 CHICAGO’S PREMIER AFRICAN CHURCH BODY MARKS 25 YEARS IN GRAND STYLE by Nicholas Thompson The phenomenal growth of Chicago’s premier African church body is impacting its community and beyond. From a humble beginning with three churches 25 years ago, the Council […]
…..Hastings’ new law will provide financial relief to working families …….plan also includes property tax relief checks of up to $300 and relief checks valued at $50 per person and $100 per child CHICAGO – Families across the South Suburbs and the state will soon receive financial relief, thanks to a […]
Source: Eddie Ameh The Church of the Ghanaian Community in Chicago, COGC has celebrated its 30th anniversary in the United States. It was all joy as members of the oldest Ghanaian church in the Chicago area sang and danced to melodious tunes praising their maker for sustaining them for 30 […]
Chicago, August 13, 2022. Funerals are a massive deal in Ghana and within the Ghanaian communities in the diaspora. The dead are revered so much that funerals play a central role in Ghanaian communities at home and abroad. Traditional Ghanaian funerals are lavish, elaborate, and often drawn-out affairs with large […]
Chicago, August 13, 2022: It was all joy at Jackson Park as the Ga-Dangme Community Organization celebrated this year’s Homowo amidst pomp and pageantry. The celebration of Homowo in 1988 was one of the primary precipitates that led to the magnificent Ghanafest celebrations here. Homowo is a harvest festival celebrated by […]
CHICAGO, July 30, 2022 – Due to high sales, the jackpot from last night’s Mega Millions drawing has increased to $1.337 billion. One lucky Illinois Lottery player has scooped the top prize. The winning ticket was purchased at the Speedway at 885 E Touhy Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018. This morning […]