Daly City awarded almost $2M from Congressman Mullin
ON April 2, 2024, Congressman Kevin Mullin presented the Daly City with two grant awards totaling almost $2 million. Congressman Mullin is an advocate for Daly City, and the community will…
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Science and technology diplomats in SF discuss engaging diasporas in Silicon Valley
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco, led by Consul General Neil Ferrer, hosted a meeting and networking event for science and technology diplomats based in the…
Be green, earn green
THE City of Santa Clara is encouraging residents to go green, especially with Earth Day (Monday, April 22) just having been celebrated. Visit the city’s website to start your landscape…
With historic targets, California will use millions of acres of land to fight the climate crisis
SACRAMENTO – California is taking unprecedented action to strategically harness the power of the equivalent of more than half of its land to fight the climate crisis. As called for by Governor Gavin…
One year after Medi-Cal renewals, health care expanded for Californians
A year ago, with the end of the federal COVID-19 emergency, California started redetermining eligibility for one out of three of its residents on Medi-Cal, its version of Medicaid. At…
Glendale community celebrates 2nd year anniversary of historic Fil-Am Friendship Monument
TO commemorate the second anniversary of the Filipino American Friendship Monument, a very successful “3-in-1 Event” was held at the Glendale Adult Recreation Center (ARC) hosted by the Filipino American…
How Medi-Cal is being transformed for one-third of Californians
California is on the national front lines of public health, transforming Medi-Cal to include services well beyond the doctor’s office. On April 11, Ethnic Media Services, California Black Media, and…
City of Las Vegas ready to honor residents ages 90+
Do you know a Southern Nevada resident who has reached the age of 90 or older? The city of Las Vegas would like to honor and entertain those residents at…
County honors 12 public health champions
THE Health and Human Services Agency’s 2024 Live Well San Diego Public Health Champion Awards Ceremony was held on Friday, April 5, 2024. This event honored 12 local people and organizations for their outstanding…
Chamber-led delegation advocating for San Diego region priorities visits nation’s capital
More than 170 business and civic leaders from San Diego region are advocating for border infrastructure, trade, healthcare, workforce development, environmental issues, and sustainability SAN DIEGO – A group of more…
California, Norway ink new climate partnership
LARKSPUR – California took significant new climate action with another partner today: Norway. Governor Gavin Newsom welcomed a delegation from Norway led by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon. Following…
County to conduct first mosquito-fighting larvicide drop of 2024 next week
SAN Diego County is scheduled to conduct its first routine aerial larvicide drop of the year next week on up to 52 local waterways to help stop mosquitoes from potentially…
City of San Diego named top 10 finalist for 2024 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability
ADU Bonus Program recognized for potential to rapidly increase supply and density of affordable housing SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego has been named a Top 10 Finalist for the…
City of San Diego to resume regular street sweeping operations in flood-impacted areas
Robust public outreach will be conducted to alert residents about parking enforcement for street sweeping SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego will resume street sweeping services in early…
[COLUMN] The exceptional worker (EB2) category
THERE is a pathway under United States immigration law for a person of exceptional ability to be approved for permanent residence – without going through the lengthy and challenging labor…
2024 Filipino Food Month kicks off in the Bay Area with Food Passport program, Kulinarya Live
SAN FRANCISCO – The yearly celebration every April of Filipino Food Month in the Bay Area kicked into high gear, as the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco co-hosted a…
ConGen Ferrer visits Bloom Energy
FREMONT – Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil R. Ferrer visited the Fremont facility of Bloom Energy, a company that specializes in providing clean and reliable energy solutions. Bloom Energy…
Local volunteers, community leaders join statewide Clean California effort
ON April 6, individuals and community groups from the City Heights area joined Caltrans, Clean California, I Love A Clean San Diego (ILACSD), Keep California Beautiful, and Keep America Beautiful…
Hate crimes are extremely difficult to convict, says California Attorney General Rob Bonta
FRESNO — An increasing number of hate crimes are being reported in California, but convictions continue to remain low, said California Attorney General Rob Bonta. Speaking to Ethnic Media Services…
Remembering our heroes and honoring their valor
AS they do every year on April 9, families, friends and advocates of Filipino World War II veterans gather in the National World War II Memorial, a massive bronze and…
Board expands open space near El Capitan County Preserve
THE County took steps on Wednesday, April 10 to add more space and species protection to land at El Monte Road in Lakeside. The Board of Supervisors approved the donation…
Local volunteers, community leaders join statewide Clean California effort
ON April 6, individuals and community groups from the City Heights area joined Caltrans, Clean California, I Love A Clean San Diego (ILACSD), Keep California Beautiful, and Keep America Beautiful…
Preferred design concept for potential Ocean Beach Pier replacement revealed
Design concept based on feedback from community throughout year-long engagement process SAN DIEGO – Following more than a year of community engagement and public input, the City of San Diego…
City of San Diego launches voter registration challenge for high schoolers
Month-long competition aims to promote civic engagement among local youth SAN DIEGO – Recently, the City of San Diego launched the Shirley N. Weber Voter Registration Challenge with the goal…
ConGen Ferrer tours Joby Aviation facilities
MARINA – Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil R. Ferrer visited Joby Aviation, an aerospace company pioneering the development and production of electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL) in…
SF celebrates 154th birthday of Golden Gate Park
SAN FRANCISCO – One of San Francisco’s most visited and beloved parks celebrated its 154th birthday with a lively event that included Mayor London N. Breed, City officials, community members, and residents. The…
Bay Area health officials urge vigilance as measles cases rise in the US
ALAMEDA COUNTY – With measles on the rise nationally, and recent cases locally, Alameda County joins Bay Area health officials in urging everyone to be up to date on measles vaccinations…
Sky River Casino unveils exciting April promotions, celebrates new partnership with Sacramento Republic FC
SACRAMENTO – Sky River Casino is thrilled to introduce an array of exciting promotions this April, promising a spring filled with opportunities for fun, excitement, and big wins. Additionally, Sky…
PH Consulate hosts ‘Women and Culture’ forum featuring Filipina culture bearers in the Bay Area
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco assembled a distinguished panel of Filipina cultural educators, practitioners and advocates in the San Francisco Bay Area, for a forum…
Crime is Down in San Francisco
CHP special operation and local efforts continue to show results SAN FRANCISCO – Following a recent announcement from local officials showing a significant year-over-year reduction in property and violent crime, California Governor Gavin…