A THREE-stage plan to implement a range of paramedic-based community health initiatives will improve emergency medical services in rural areas. The Board of Supervisors received an update on what is in place now and what will soon be launched. The first phase began in 2021 and includes County Fire’s Community Health and Injury Prevention Program….
THE leaders of tomorrow in civics, politics, spirituality, and the economy will likely be found among the youth compiled for the San Diego County Public Defender Office’s 25 Most Remarkable Teens recognition event. The Public Defender’s Office is seeking nominations for its Most Remarkable Teens program who have many accomplishments or made worthy contributions to…
San Diegans invited to family-friendly forums and pop-up events SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego will kick off June by hosting its first public events that will help shape the development of Creative City, the city’s cultural plan, which aims to align arts and culture with key priority areas including housing, mobility and infrastructure, sustainability and regional…
Algae bloom does not pose any danger to drinking water supply SAN DIEGO – Due to an algae bloom, the City of San Diego has posted caution signs at its Lower Otay Reservoir alerting the public to avoid water contact. Visitors to the reservoir are advised not to expose their skin to the water while the cautionary alert is…
Charter schools are helping students succeed in college, career and life AS student enrollment in public schools across the state continues to change, one notable trend is the large increase in Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) families choosing a charter public school for their child’s education over the past decade. According to an enrollment…
THE Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco organized Consular Outreach Missions in Colorado and Wyoming from May 20 to 22, 2023. The outreach missions led by Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer were held at the Filipino American Community of Colorado, 1900 N. Harlan St., Edgewater, Colorado (20-21 May) and at the Little America Hotel,…
The city of Los Angeles, mindful of the disproportionate toll extreme heat takes on its communities of color and low-income residents, on May 24 kicked off its Heat Relief 4 LA campaign. Heat season generally runs from June through October, so, anticipating that and getting a jump on National Heat Awareness Day two days later,…
by PETER SCHURMANN Ethnic Media Services HATE crimes and hate[1]related incidents are on the rise nationwide and they are growing more violent, though prosecutions remain stubbornly low. That was one of the messages delivered during a public forum Wednesday hosted by the California Commission on the State of Hate. California is no outlier, with data…
Plan focuses on innovation, sustainability, neighborhoods, trade and more SAN DIEGO – To plan for a prosperous future, the City of San Diego adopted a new three-year Economic Development Strategy (EDS) this week. The plan will establish the city as a global leader in sustainability, trade, innovation and equity-centered change. “San Diego is a diverse,…
WEDNESDAY, May 24 was a productive day for housing in the County’s unincorporated area as the San Diego County Board of Supervisors adopted 22 promising actions designed to ultimately help renters and home buyers affected by our region’s housing crisis. The changes approved on Wednesday are designed to deliver different types of housing faster and…
COO Eric Dargan to be named among nation’s top public works leaders SAN DIEGO – This week, the San Diego City Council proclaimed May 21 to 27 as National Public Works Week in San Diego, joining cities across the country in recognizing thousands of dedicated public works employees responsible for planning, building, maintaining and operating…
by Isabella Calderon ON my first late winter trip to the Nevada Legislature in Carson City, my first stop was Assemblywoman Erica Mosca’s office. I enjoyed my time with her and was filled with excitement for my next stop, Assemblyman Duy Nguyen. After the interview, we headed over to the gift shop. We found so…
Enhanced street sweeping will help prevent pollution in waterways and protect local marine life SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is increasing street sweeping throughout Mission Beach alleyways this summer, in response to an increase in visitors during the busy tourist season. The added effort will help reduce pollution from increased trash and debris from the…
On-the-job certification training, paid benefits and potential pay increases aim to attract new hires SAN DIEGO – Are you passionate about safety and fun? Want to spend time at the pool this summer? The City of San Diego’s Parks and Recreation Department is currently hiring seasonal and year-round benefited pool guards for its 15 swimming…
Sponsored by Commissioner Lara, AB 844 would support California’s transition from diesel to help meet state’s clean air goals SACRAMENTO — Just days after California’s landmark action to phase out diesel truck fleets, the California State Assembly unanimously voted for Assembly Bill 844 that will help accelerate the transition to clean-air technology by making sure…
As discrimination divides us, people and groups need to work together to counteract hate, says a panel of experts. The Act Against Hate Alliance on May 17 hosted a virtual discussion titled “The Importance of Organizational Collaboration in Combating Hate Crimes” with perspectives from the U.S. and Europe on what is being done and what…
THE Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco organized and held a seminar on human trafficking for consulate personnel on May 12, 2023 at the Sentro Rizal of the Philippine Center, in partnership with Justice at Last (JAL), an independent nonprofit law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area exclusively serving the legal needs of trafficked survivors….
Maceo May Apartments provides more than 100 units of affordable housing for formerly homeless veterans and their families SAN FRANCISCO — On Thursday, May 18, Mayor London Breed joined city officials and community leaders to celebrate the grand opening of Maceo May Apartments, located at 55 Cravath Street on Treasure Island. Maceo May is the first…
SACRAMENTO — Recently, the California State Assembly passed a first-of-its-kind legislation that would prohibit the use of certain dangerous and toxic chemicals in processed foods and drinks. Authored by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Woodland Hills), Assembly Bill (AB) 418 would prohibit the manufacture, sale, or distribution of any food product in California containing Red Dye No. 3,…
STANFORD — The Asian American community is one of the oldest in the U.S., yet still are viewed as “foreigners” by many Americans. “Discrimination has always shaped us. We have always been the yellow peril, or the dusky peril who threatens the very existence of America. There’s a myth out there that we will always…
by Isabella Calderon It was a late winter storm that greeted my sister, mother and I as we stepped outside the Reno/Tahoe airport. Strong gusts of wind shook our rental car as we drove through the icy road to Carson City. We arrived at the Capitol and feared walking through the cold winds and snow…
THE County’s Sweetwater Lane Community Park Trash Capture project was recognized on May 11 as the American Public Works Association (APWA) San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter’s 2023 Project of the Year. This state-approved trash capture device will prevent a large amount of pollutants from impacting the community, the San Diego Bay and ultimately, the ocean. APWA’s Awards Program…
More than $830,000 ready to be claimed SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is urging anyone who did business with the city to check and see if they might be owed a refund or payment. According to the city’s Unclaimed Monies Report, there is $833,165 in unclaimed money that can be returned to more than 900…
‘It starts with you’ slogan emphasizes the importance of safe buildings and infrastructure for all SAN DIEGO – On May 16, 2023, the San Diego City Council recognized May as Building Safety Month to remind San Diegans about the critical role of building code enforcement staff and first responders in assuring safe, efficient and livable buildings for all. Building Safety Month is an international campaign, promoted by the International Code Council,…
Newly installed bollards help create a pedestrian promenade to promote accessibility, economic development in Gaslamp Quarter SAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria, Councilmember Stephen Whitburn, and downtown business leaders have unveiled a new Slow Street on Fifth Avenue in the Gaslamp Quarter of downtown. City of San Diego Transportation Department crews completed construction of the infrastructure necessary…
SAN FRANCISCO – Consul General Neil Ferrer encouraged Filipino Americans to consider the Philippines as a launchpad for their startups in the event called “Balik*Bayan San Francisco: Come Back, Give Back.” The event, which was organized by the global non-profit organization Endeavor Philippines, took place at Sentro Filipino in downtown San Francisco. The gathering offered opportunities…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Game Developers Association of the Philippines (GDAP) held a roadshow in San Francisco on May 11 at the Philippine Center’s Dynamico Space. Titled “GAME ON: Navigating the Latest Trends in the Global Video Game Industry and the Thriving Independent Development Scene in the Philippines,” the event featured some of the Philippines’…
IF you got an email that seems to be from MetaMask or PayPal, stop. They’re phishing scams. The MetaMask fake says your cryptocurrencywallet is blocked. And, if you don’t act fast, click a link, and update your wallet, they say your crypto will be lost. The phony PayPal message says BNC Billing cancelled your payment to…
by Peter White Ethnic Media Services A research scientist who works on the intersection of reasoning and machine learning likens the boom in artificial intelligence to the Industrial Revolution. “I wasn’t around then,” says Hector Palacios, “but back in the day people would say, ‘I’m going to buy an engine.’” After a while, nobody was…
Among developed nations the United States stands unique in the centrality of religion for millions of Americans. And as the population becomes more diverse, interfaith collaborations could be key to reversing the alarming rise in hate-based violence. About two-thirds of Americans identify as Christians, according to a 2021 Pew Research study. About 6% of Americans…
