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The Greek Orthodox Monk Cruising Through Chicago in a Velomobile
A Greek Orthodox monk is cruising through Chicago in a velomobile, a pedal-powered contraption, that looks like a giant green-and-yellow popsicle on wheels.
The sight of Father Ephraim on his recumbent bicycle with a full enclosure, streaking down a bustling...
Diaspora
Greek Americans Celebrate Independence Day in Boston, Chicago Parades
Thousands of Greek Americans and philhellenes celebrated National Independence Day in Boston and Chicago by attending the annual parades on Sunday.
The parade in Boston commemorating Greece’s march to freedom which began on March 25th, 1821 began at 1 o’clock just...
Basketball
Basketball Legend Nick Galis Honored by Consulate of Greece in Chicago
The Consulate General of Greece in Chicago honored Greek basketball legend Nick Galis for his contribution to Greek sports, with his presence in the US city being the reason he was not able to attend the celebration of his...
Greek News
United Airlines to Launch Chicago – Athens Flight
United Airlines announced on Thursday that from May 23rd, it is launching a new nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos.
The new seasonal route will be operated by Boeing 787-8s with a capacity...
Business
Calamos’ CityGate Centre: The Sophistication of Chicago in Serene Suburbs
CityGate Centre in Naperville, basically a village created by the vision of Greek- American John Calamos in the suburbs of Chicago, is experiencing top occupancy, and business is booming among its different sectors.
Today, its 241,206 square-foot Class A office...
Animals
More Than 1,000 Birds Killed After Hitting Chicago Building
In a single night, over a thousand birds on a migration journey were killed when they collided with a building in Chicago. The unfortunate incident occurred as a result of a combination of migration time, harsh weather, and the...
Politics
Johnson Defeats Greek-American Vallas for Chicago Mayorship
Greek-American Paul Vallas conceded defeat in the early hours of Wednesday in his bid to become the mayor of Chicago. He lost the run-off election to Brandon Johnson, a union organizer and former teacher.
Johnson won 51.4% of the vote...
Diaspora
Chicago Celebrates Greek Independence with Stunning Parade
Chicago celebrated Greek Independence with a spectacular parade in Greektown on Sunday, March 26.
Presented by The Federation of Hellenic-American Organizations (ENOSIS), and sponsored by Greektown Special Service Area #16, the Greek heritage parade has been established as one of...
Politics
Greek American Paul Vallas Advances to Runoff for Mayor of Chicago
Greek American Paul Vallas will fight it out with Brandon Johnson to become the next mayor of Chicago after Lori Lightfoot lost her bid for a second term on Tuesday.
With an estimated 94 percent of ballots counted as of...
Politics
Greek American Paul Vallas Runs Again for Mayor of Chicago
Greek-American Paul Vallas, the former CEO of the Chicago public school system, is among the top candidates for mayor of the Windy City. The 2023 Chicago municipal elections will be held on Feb. 28.
In 2019, Vallas ran unsuccessfully for mayor...
Basketball
Kostas Antetokounmpo Signs Training Camp Deal With the Chicago Bulls
The Chicago Bulls have signed Kostas Antetokounmpo, brother of Giannis, to a training camp deal that could lead to a permanent contract.
Born on November 20, 1997 in Athens, Antetokounmpo was drafted sixtieth overall by the Philadelphia 76ers in the...
Diaspora
Chicago’s National Hellenic Museum Reopens on September 16th
The National Hellenic Museum (NHM) in Chicago reopens on September 16th after shutting down during the COVID-19 pandemic, returning with a featured photo exhibit after an annual Gala celebrating the museum’s comeback.
The NHM, dedicated to sharing Greek history, art,...
events
Gyro Eating Contest Returns at Chicago’s Greektown Festival
The popular Gyro Eating Contest returns to Chicago on the third and final day of Taste of Greektown festival, Sunday 28 August at 6 p.m.
Diaspora
Chicago’s National Hellenic Museum Holds Annual Gala
The National Hellenic Museum (NHM) in Chicago will hold its much-anticipated gala on Saturday, September 10th at the Hilton Chicago.
Organizers promise an evening of fine dining, music, dancing, and a spectacular auction to benefit The National Hellenic Museum. Greek...
Art
Classical Greece and Mies Architecture at Chicago’s National Hellenic Museum
The National Hellenic Museum (NHM) and the Mies van der Rohe Society will co-host an event on Thursday, May 19th that will explore the blend of classical Greek influences and constructivist form in Mies van der Rohe’s architecture.
Titled "Classical...