The Ghana National Council of Metropolitan Chicago, GNC, has again arranged an exquisite program celebrating Ghana @67 in Chicago. This year, the event comes off at the Ashton Place, 341 75th Street, Willowbrook, IL 60527. It kicks off from 8 pm to 1 am prompt. Every independent country celebrates this […]

The Assessor is now accepting exemption applications for tax year 2023 (payable in the fall of 2024). Homeowners and senior exemptions that were in place as of 2022 will automatically renew. Please check the Assessor’s website for detailed information (see link below). If you are a new homeowner or a […]

Exactly 67 years ago today, our nation took a gigantic step towards self-governance. As the first African country south of the Sahara to make that landmark decision, almost the whole continent and people of black descent worldwide looked up to us for leadership, direction, and inspiration. At that time, we […]

Medicare  fraud and abuse Fraud & abuseWhen a person or company intentionally gives false information to Medicare (or its beneficiaries) to get unauthorized benefits or payments.  can happen anywhere, and usually results in higher health care costs and taxes for everyone. Some examples include: How to spot and prevent Medicare […]

For Illinois residents who fly domestically, the federal government has extended the deadline to May 7, 2025 that will require you to use a valid U.S. Passport or obtain a REAL ID from the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office. Take time to know your options. For information on other types of identification […]