Covering the week’s most noteworthy news stories impacting the lives of the Filipino-American community in the State of California.
Christopher Cabaldon, former mayor of West Sacramento, assumed office to represent California state Senate District 3. THE Golden State’s first Filipino American to serve in the state Senate was sworn…
Jessica Caloza made history as California’s first Filipina in the state Legislature on Monday, December 3 as she assumed office to represent Assembly District 52. Jessica Caloza assumes office as…
IN a decisive move to protect immigrant communities ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s anticipated crackdown on immigration, the Los Angeles City Council unanimously passed a “sanctuary city” ordinance on Tuesday,…
California’s Network of Aging and Caregiving Services Offers Free Resources to Empower and Uplift Family Caregivers WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: To support the well-being of caregivers, the state provides free,…
Two Fil-Ams make history and will serve in the California state Legislature following their wins in the 2024 election. Jessica Caloza (left), former Los Angeles Board of Public Works commissioner,…
California voters face a range of propositions this 2024 election season, covering issues from education and public health to housing and criminal justice reform. Here’s a guide to each proposition,…
Jessica Caloza is a long-time public servant who could potentially become the first Fil-Am woman in the California Legislature. Photo by Derek Humphrey LOS ANGELES — With the 2024 election…
When Cynthia Ruiz turns on her kitchen faucet, she hears a slight squeak before cloudy fluid bursts out of the spout. The water in her Central Valley town of East…
Jessica Caloza’s platform, hinged on putting community first and to deliver much-needed resources to help all families succeed, has earned her an overwhelming groundswell of support from various communities, local…
RNs say S.B. 1015 is a commonsense reform for California nursing students’ clinical education placements California Nurses Association (CNA), the largest union of registered nurses in the state, applauds the…
Governor Newsom Signs AB 1780, Opening Doors for First-Generation, Disadvantaged, and Students of Color FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, Sept 30, 2024, Sacramento, CA- Today, in a historic move for college access and…
Thousands of devotees from diverse nationalities will gather for the annual Virgen de los Remedios Mass on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels….
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles Filipino Ministry invites you to the San Fernando regional celebration of the annual feast day of the first Filipino saint, San Lorenzo Ruiz de Manila….
AS of the week ending August 31, 2024, 2.6 percent of all deaths in the United States were due to COVID-19, with hospitalization of 4.6 per 100,000, 2.3 percent positive…
SACRAMENTO — Continuing the state’s unprecedented support to help local communities address homelessness, Governor Gavin Newsom signed two bills into law — AB 2835 (Gabriel) and AB 3057 (Wilson) — on…
SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom announced on Friday, August 23 the California Department of Motor Vehicles’ (DMV) addition of Google Wallet as an option to hold secure, convenient, and private digital…
Students must complete FAFSA/CADAA by Cal Grant Sept. 3 deadline to maximize amounts SACRAMENTO — The California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office and the California Student Aid Commission urge community college…
Follow these tips from Caltrans and the California Office of Traffic Safety to keep our communities litter-free this Labor Day Weekend By Caltrans Director Tony Tavares Labor Day weekend is…
ON July 13, 2024, University of California Los Angeles alumnus and California State University Los Angeles Associate Professor Bobby Rimas presented the “Ethics and Compliance in Corporate America” seminar at…
SACRAMENTO — California Governor Gavin Newsom on Tuesday, July 30 announced that California is expediting the deployment of funds and is now accepting applications for $76 million in grant funding…
LOS ANGELES – Veteran Filipino journalist, author and professor Alfredo G. Gabot has published his first of a series of books in the United States. Gabot’s new book, “California: A…
Los Angeles, CA – The Filipino Channel (TFC) is thrilled to announce the premiere of its newest talk show, ‘Ano Na, BEV: Best Expressed Views,’ hosted and produced by the internationally…
SUMMER is here, and many Californians are headed out to enjoy the warmer weather and wonders of the outdoors with friends and family. Before recreating outside, be sure to think…
Singers, dancers, actors, models, instrumentalists and variety artists will compete at the 27th Annual World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA) June 29 – July 6, 2024 in Long Beach, CA. …
First-ever wildfire risk map showing where insurance companies need to write more coverage LOS ANGELES — Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara on Wednesday, June 12 released further details of his transformative plan…
Two Filipino Americans have made history, securing top honors at the prestigious James Beard Foundation Awards over the weekend in Chicago. Lord Maynard Llera of Kuya Lord was named Best…
SONORA — The U.S. Postal Service is hosting several free hiring events to help future employees create their online profile and immediately start applying for jobs. As part our innovative…
SACRAMENTO – On Tuesday, June 4, Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) is launching SUN Bucks in California, a new federal food program designed to ensure that…
Los Angeles – The first ever search for Miss World Philippines USA is officially on, after the recent kick off event hosted by McLelland Entertainment Production, the sole franchise holder…
By: Vince Yuen, Community Organizer May is an exciting month for the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. Not only is May AAPI Heritage Month, a month-long celebration that pays…
