The Chaldean Diocese held its 2025 Annual Bishop’s Dinner on Thursday, February 13, with over 1,000 community members in attendance. Bishop Francis Kalabat, however, was unable to attend due to a viral illness.
Read MoreThe Catholic Archdiocese of Detroit is transitioning leadership with the retirement of Archbishop Allen Vigneron after 16 years. Pope Francis appointed Bishop Edward Weisenburger, 64, to succeed Vigneron as the new archbishop, with his installation set for March 18, 2025.
Read MoreChaldean employment lawyers attended the State Bar of Michigan - Labor & Employment Law Section (LELS) Mid-Winter and Annual Meeting on January 24, 2025 at the Detroit Athletic Club. The educational Mid-Winter Meeting was promptly followed by the Council’s Annual Meeting.
Read MoreThe CCF’s new attainable housing project, Tigris Tower, is seeking retail tenants on the first floor of the beautiful 4-story building featuring 135 multi-family units, located on the busy north Van Dyke corridor just south of Hall Road.
Read MoreEarlier this year, Iraq’s Prime Minister approved the creation of a new community police force in the Nineveh Plain that will be comprised of locals living in the region.
Read MoreLast month, the Chaldean Community Foundation was honored to host Tristan Azbej, State Secretary for Hungary Helps, and Dr. Balazs Martonffy, Consul General of Hungary (Chicago).
Read MoreFrom humble beginnings in a 1,200 square foot space with a 10-member team, the Chaldean Community Foundation organization has grown to a 30,000 square ft. building with 80 dedicated team members.
Read MoreI have been practicing immigration law for over 30 years, and I am consistently puzzled by the shortcomings of our system—shortcomings that our politicians have been unable to address. First, we are an aging nation. Without new immigrants, our population will shrink and age, threatening our ability to innovate and weakening our Social Security system.
Read MoreAs we turn the page to March, we are reminded of the many women whose strength, resilience, and courage continue to shape our world. This month, we celebrate Women’s History Month, a time to honor the powerful women who lead, inspire, and advocate for change. In this special issue, we spotlight some of these incredible voices.
Read MoreA video of two nuns in the crowd at a recent Red Wings game went viral on social media.
Read MoreSharkey Haddad of the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce has been working with various local communities and organizations to boost awareness of the Chaldean community and businesses in metro Detroit.
Read MoreJames Esshaki was appointed to the Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) on Monday, January 13, 2025.
Read MoreYou may have heard the term “cultural competency,” but what does it mean, and how can a community benefit from it? Think of it as a bridge connecting diverse perspectives. When we meet someone new, whether at work, in your neighborhood, or at an event, we’re not just meeting a person but a whole world of experiences, beliefs, and values.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation and the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce are once again partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Michigan Chamber of Commerce to offer the 2025 National Civics Bee to local contestants.
Read MoreTaking care of a loved one—whether an aging parent, a person with special needs, or an individual with chronic health needs—is among the most precious gifts we can offer. Caregivers can often face a unique set of challenges, from burnout to feelings of guilt.
Read MoreThe Children’s Foundation announced on January 16 that the Chaldean Community Foundation was selected as one of 11 recipients for the Michigan Central Station Children’s Endowment Initiative.
Read MoreFebruary is a month for lovers; it’s too cold to be about anything else! We are happy to offer an article on wedding planning, helping couples take the stress out of organizing their big day.
Read MoreOn the occasion of the Chaldean News’ annual wedding issue, I thought I’d take a stab at addressing what many people agree on but don’t do anything about— the considerable food waste at weddings.
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There is mixed news coming out of the real estate sector in the aftermath of COVID and the turbulence of the recent election cycle. Right now, there is good news for sellers of homes purchased before the pandemic. Super-low interest rates and government grants and programs that help buyers with down payments ushered in a real estate boom that caused housing inventories to evaporate and house prices to soar.
Read MoreOne of the first vendors to book is your photographer. Wilson Sarkis of Wilson Sarkis Photography and Cinematography advises couples to secure their photographer as soon as possible, especially if they are getting married during peak season. His company only accepts one wedding per day to ensure full focus on each client.
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