CONSULATE GENERAL CELEBRATES FAHSC’s 40 YEARS OF PRESERVING FILIPINO-AMERICAN HISTORY

PHOTO RELEASE NO. 79-2026

The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, represented by Consul Melvin Almonguera, Consul Ella Karina Mitra, and Assistance-to-Nationals Officer Atty. Mark Arinquin, joined the Filipino American Historical Society of Chicago (FAHSC) in celebrating its 40th anniversary during a Gala Reception held on 03 October 2026 at the Trickster Cultural Center in Schaumburg, Illinois. The celebration was led by FAHSC leaders Mr. Ruben Salazar and Ms. Ginger Leopoldo.

CONSULATE GENERAL ATTENDS JOINT LIONS CELEBRATION FOR FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH

PHOTO RELEASE NO. 78-2026

The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, represented by Consul Melvin Almonguera and Assistance-to-Nationals Officer Atty. Mark Arinquin, attended the Joint Lions Celebration for Filipino American History Month on 03 October 2026 at Allegra Banquets in Schiller Park, Illinois.

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL PARTICIPATES IN COMMUNITY FIRESIDE CHAT ON FORGOTTEN ISLAND ORGANIZED BY UPAA-W

PHOTO RELEASE NO. 77-2026

The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, represented by Consul Ella Karina Mitra-Yeager, participated as a panelist in a Community Fireside Chat organized by the University of the Philippines Alumni Association of Wisconsin (UPAA-W) on 3 October 2026 at the Philippine Center in Greenfield, Wisconsin.

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL PARTICIPATES IN THE INTERNATIONAL ROSARY CELEBRATION IN HOLY NAME CATHEDRAL

PHOTO RELEASE NO. 76-2026

The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, represented by Cultural Officer Mary Joy Duran-Mortel, participated in the International Rosary celebration organized by the Catholic Filipino Network (CFN) at Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago on 3 October 2026.

DR. RAUL SUNICO CONCERT KICKS OFF FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH IN CHICAGO

PRESS RELEASE NO. 53-2026

CHICAGO, 01 October 2026 – The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, in partnership with the Filipino American Historical Society of Chicago (FAHSC) and the Chicago Public Library (CPL), presented An Evening with Dr. Raul Sunico on 30 September 2026 at the Winter Garden of the Harold Washington Library Center in downtown Chicago.

CONSUL GENERAL ATTENDS PAL MIDWEST USA ROADSHOW IN CHICAGO AHEAD OF LAUNCH OF NONSTOP MANILA-CHICAGO FLIGHT

PHOTO RELEASE NO. 75-2026

CHICAGO, 30 September 2026 – Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano attended the Philippine Airlines (PAL) Midwest USA Roadshow on 29 September 2026 at the Voco Chicago Downtown Hotel. The roadshow is part of PAL’s activities leading up to the launch of its new nonstop Manila-Chicago service, which will commence on 09 November 2026.

CONSULATE GENERAL CONDUCTS OVERSEAS VOTING FIELD REGISTRATION IN INDIANAPOLIS

PRESS RELEASE NO. 52-2026

CHICAGO, 28 September 2026 — The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago conducted Overseas Voting (OV) field registration for the 2028 Philippine National Elections on 26 September 2026 (Saturday) at the Korean American Association of Indiana, 8510 Center Run Drive, Indianapolis, Indiana 46250.

CONSUL GENERAL PROMOTES 2027 VIP TOUR IN INDIANAPOLIS

PRESS RELEASE NO. 51-2026

CHICAGO 28 September 2026- Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano promoted the 2027 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour during a meeting with representatives of Filipino-American community organizations in Indianapolis on 25 September 2026. The meeting was organized by Ms. Marife Callender, founder of the Filipino American Heritage and Cultural Arts of Indiana (FAHACA.IN).

CONSULATE GENERAL RENDERS 162 CONSULAR SERVICES IN INDIANAPOLIS

PRESS RELEASE NO. 50-2026

CHICAGO 28 September 2026- The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago conducted a consular outreach mission on 26 September 2026 at the Korean American Association of Indiana, 8510 Center Run Dr, Indianapolis, Indiana 46250, some 190 miles from the Consulate.

CONSULATE GENERAL, FALA-CHICAGO HOLD HYBRID WEBINAR ON DIVORCE AND FAMILY LAW

PRESS RELEASE NO. 49-2026

CHICAGO 23 September 2026- The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago, in partnership with the Filipino American Lawyers Association (FALA)-Chicago, held on 22 September 2026 a hybrid webinar titled “When Marriage Ends: A Practical Guide to Illinois Divorce, Family Law, and Philippine Legal Implications,” providing members of the Filipino community and Consulate personnel with practical information on divorce and related family law matters in Illinois. Some twenty (20) community members participated virtually, while officers and staff of the Consulate General attended in person.

CHICAGO PCG LAUNCHES 2027 VERY IMPORTANT PINOY TOUR – WINTER ESCAPADE EDITION

PRESS RELEASE NO. 41-2026

CHICAGO, 14 August 2026 – The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago launched the 2027 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour - Winter Escapade Edition on 13 August 2026 at the Community Room of Seafood City Chicago, bringing together about 70 members of the Filipino-American community and partners for a preview of next year’s tour of the Philippines.

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE GENERAL IN CHICAGO JOINS 2026 VERY IMPORTANT PINOY (VIP) TOUR; LAUNCHES 2027 TOUR

PRESS RELEASE NO. 38-2026

MANILA, Philippines, 20 July 2026 – Philippine Consul General Melanie Rita B. Diano led the U.S. Midwest delegation to the 2026 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour, which brought together 274 participants from across the US, including Hawaii and Guam, for a 10-day journey showcasing the Philippines' rich history, culture, and natural beauty.

CHICAGO PCG REGISTERS ELIGIBLE FILIPINO VOTERS FOR THE 2028 PHILIPPINE OVERSEAS ELECTIONS

PRESS RELEASE NO. 01-2026

2 January 2025 - The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago continues its drive to assist eligible Filipino voters in preparation for the 2028 Philippine Overseas Elections.