THE County of San Diego’s Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance Program helps first-time home buyers whose income is 80 percent or less than the annual area median income, which ranges from $77,200 or less for a single adult, to $110,250 for a family of four and $145,550 for a family of eight. The program offers…
As wealth and health disparities widen nationwide, California is bridging the gap by making care accessible to all. On January 1, California expanded Medi-Cal, its version of Medicaid, to all low-income individuals regardless of immigration status. This expansion is uniquely impactful in LA County, which will see the closure of its no-cost low-income health program…
SANTA CLARA – The City of Santa Clara received a $45,200 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to continue the important work being done through the city’s Safe Routes to School Program. This program helps improve the safety of children walking, bicycling, or scootering to school by funding activities that emphasize bicycle and…
SAN FRANCISCO – Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer and Cavite 7th District Board Member and new Knights of Rizal (KOR) Supreme Commander Raymundo Del Rosario led a wreath-laying ceremony at the Philippine Center’s Kalayaan Hall, in line with the commemoration of the 127th anniversary of Rizal’s martyrdom last December 30, 2023. The solemn ceremony was attended…
USPS issues new Love stamp WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States Postal Service reported new delivery performance metrics for the first week of the second quarter for fiscal year 2024. The average time for the Postal Service to deliver a mailpiece or package across the nation was 2.8 days. FY24 second quarter service performance scores…
SAN FRANCISCO – Mayor London N. Breed and the Department of Emergency Management (DEM) recently announced results from the Healthy Streets Operations Center (HSOC) street outreach efforts in 2023. Through multiple operations across San Francisco during the year, HSOC delivered: 22% increase in people connected to shelter or housing – 1,553 people on the street vs…
THE Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco invites young Filipino Americans to join the IMPACT! Filipino-American Internship Program for Summer 2024. The IMPACT! Program is a nine-week professional development program created by the U.S.-Asia Institute (USAI) in coordination with the Philippine Embassy in Washington D.C. and the Filipino Young Leaders Program (FYLPRO), which allows young Filipino American…
With 2024 being the biggest election year in history — as over 70 countries with over four billion people send citizens to the polls — the role of diaspora communities is more crucial than ever. At a Friday, January 12 Ethnic Media Services briefing, speakers discussed how AI and social media spread disinformation among diaspora…
As wealth and health disparities widen nationwide, California is bridging the gap by making care accessible to all. On January 1, California expanded Medi-Cal, its version of Medicaid, to all low-income individuals regardless of immigration status. This expansion is uniquely impactful in LA County, which will see the closure of its no-cost low-income health program…
By Mic Diaz VIRGELIA Productions fired up the year with The Gratitude Party, its signature year-starter event at The QD Venue in Westminster in Orange County last Sunday, January 7. The glamorous gala was highly attended by the newly crowned title holders of Virgelia Productions pageants such as Miss Asia USA, Miss Latina…
SACRAMENTO — A new report finds that, while Gov. Gavin Newsom has achieved gender parity in his office’s appointments, Latinos and AAPI remain underrepresented. The report was released Monday, January 8 by the nonprofit Hispanas Organised for Political Equality (HOPE), in response to a veto last October of SB702, the third iteration of a bill…
WASHINGTON – Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su visited Las Vegas from Jan. 9-11, 2024, to uplift the Biden-Harris Administration’s ongoing commitment to working families and building an economy that works for everyone. Acting Secretary Su spoke on a panel focused on the future of artificial intelligence alongside Liz Shuler, president of AFL-CIO, Jesse Ehrenfeld,…
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada When your child turns 18 years old, they legally become an adult. This is an important time to consider their financial future – especially if they need additional care into adulthood. Here are 5 things that may help you prepare for this milestone: Health and…
Youth ages 8-22 invited to participate Youth ages 8 to 22 that would like to share their entertainment talents in a free public performance are invited to audition for the 2024 “Night of Expressions” youth talent showcase. Call 702.229.2473 to make Jan. 20, 2024, audition arrangements and to receive more details. There is no cost…
THE county’s Office of Military and Veterans Affairs is promoting a federal immigration program that supports immigrant families of U.S. service members. The Military Parole in Place (MPIP) program provides some members of U.S. military families temporary permission to remain in the country while seeking permanent residency. The temporary immigration status allows spouses, widow(er)s, parents and children…
Mayor’s state of the city details significant progress made on San Diego’s most critical issues SAN DIEGO – In his fourth State of the City address as the 37th Mayor of the City of San Diego, Mayor Todd Gloria detailed the considerable progress his administration has made on the issues that concern San Diegans the most – public…
by Elmy Bermejo IF your New Year’s Resolution is to embark on your entrepreneur journey, whether it is taking the leap to start your business, open a storefront, or purchase a building, the U.S. Small Business Administration is here to support your journey. The SBA is a federal agency that has been around for 70…
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has a new strategy for battling fraud. its Language Access Initiative now provides interpreters who can take fraud reports and provide advice in many more languages than just English and Spanish. New language choices available include Tagalog. At a recent press briefing the federal agency hosted with Ethnic Media Services…
By Mic Diaz GLITTER & Gold brought some of the best Pinoy DJs in town — DJ Ting Maligaya, Dee Buen, George Garcia and DJ Mouth (Arvin Aberilla) — to Euphoria at Noypitz West Covina, a recently renovated restaurant in the heart of West Covina last Saturday, December 30. Its new management under…
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada We are continuously working to better understand how Social Security’s programs serve the public. Collecting race and ethnicity data for research and statistical purposes is one way for us to determine whether we are equitably serving the public. Applicants and customers may voluntarily provide this…
IT was a busy news year in San Diego County in 2023. The most widely read and viewed County News Center stories and topics showed the wide range of things that happened in San Diego County. From the County creating more affordable housing and tackling homelessness, to an actual and extremely rare cyclone warning and…
Project is part of program that will provide half of city’s drinking water by 2035 SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is preparing to install a new underwater pipeline at its Miramar Reservoir as part of the Pure Water Program. This will be the final segment of a pipeline project that will convey…
Readers of all ages can earn prizes during month-long reading program SAN DIEGO – Make a resolution to read in 2024 and join the annual Winter Reading Challenge at the San Diego Public Library (SDPL). This year’s theme is “Where We Come From” and SDPL encourages readers of all ages to explore the history of…
Increase applies to all employees who work within San Diego city limits SAN DIEGO – Many San Diegans will see an increase in their pay when the city’s minimum wage goes up in the new year. Effective Jan. 1, 2024, employees who perform at least two hours of work in one or more calendar weeks…
PARIS – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco was one of the government entities recognized for its support for the development of the startup ecosystem in the inaugural awards called Startup Ecosystem Stars (SES). SES Awards, presented by Silicon Valley-based global open innovation platform Mind the Bridge (MTB) and the International Chamber of Commerce, recognizes individuals and government-related organizations focused on…
SCAMMERS follow the headlines — and the seasons. As the new year rolls around, we’re sure to hear lots of “new year, new you” advertising around health and fitness products. But some of those promotions are just scams out to get your money. Here’s how to spot them. Scammers often post ads online for things…
Over the past week in Los Angeles County, the Department of Public Health has marked increases in COVID-19 reported cases, hospitalizations and deaths. While recent increases are significant, they remain considerably below last winter’s peak and common-sense protections are strongly recommended to help curb transmission and severe illness as the new year begins. Since last…
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Social Security imposter scams continue to be widespread across the United States. Scammers use targeted, sophisticated tactics to deceive you into providing sensitive information or money. If you receive a suspicious letter, text, email, or call, do not respond. We want you to know how…
SAN DIEGO – On Tuesday, Dec. 26, City Council President Pro Tem Joe LaCava kicked off the City of San Diego’s 50th Annual Christmas Tree Recycling Program at the Miramar Greenery. Representatives from the city’s Environmental Services Department (ESD) provided details about the program, which features 16 locations around the City where residents can drop off their Christmas…
SAN DIEGO – The United States Senate on Thursday unanimously confirmed Mayor Todd Gloria to serve as a Trustee on The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation Board of Trustees. The Mayor was nominated by President Joseph R. Biden on July 11, 2023. “I am deeply grateful to President Biden for the appointment and to the…
