Filipino American Camper Swept Away in California River Found Dead
BAKERSFIELD, CA — A week-long search for a Filipino American camper who disappeared while swimming in the Kern River has ended in tragedy. Authorities confirmed on July 24 that the…
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DEL MONTE FOODS files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, seeks buyer amid debt woes and shifting consumer trends
Del Monte Foods’ brand portfolio includes household names such as Del Monte, Contadina, College Inn, S&W, Kitchen Basics, Joyba, and Take Root Organics—many of which remain staples in American and…
Carson honors ABC7 Fil-Am journalists on Philippine-American Friendship Day
ABC7 Eyewitness News journalists Tony Cabrera, Irene Cruz, and Denise Dador were honored with a City of Carson proclamation during the July 1, 2025, City Council meeting in celebration of…
Fil-Am Community in Carson Honors Dr. José Rizal’s Legacy at Annual Celebration
Members of the Filipino American community, joined by Councilmember Jim Dear, celebrated the 164th birth anniversary of Dr. José Rizal in Carson. Photo Credit: Nikki Arriola The Filipino American community gathered…
Why the DOJ Is Investigating the University of California’s Hiring Practices
UC Office of the President, Oakland Credit: Coolcaesar / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0) At the heart of the issue: How far can colleges go to build a diverse faculty…
Appeals Court Blocks Order Returning National Guard Control To California
Picture courtesy of the White House Federal Deployment Continues Amid Legal Fight; Newsom Vows To Press On LOS ANGELES — A federal appeals court on Thursday, June 12, temporarily blocked…
Trump Revokes California’s EV Mandates, Igniting Legal and Environmental Showdown
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump on Thursday, June 12, signed three resolutions under the Congressional Review Act (CRA), overturning California’s authority to enforce pioneering clean-car and truck emission standards. The move revokes…
New California Bill Could Reduce Solar Savings for Future Home Buyers
AB 942 would end inherited rooftop solar benefits, lowering electricity savings for new homeowners SACRAMENTO — A controversial bill making its way through the California State Legislature could change the…
California and Trump Escalate Battle Over National Guard Deployment
GOVERNOR GAVIN NEWSOM Source : Office of the Governor of California LOS ANGELES — The legal and political confrontation between California and President Donald Trump escalated sharply on Tuesday, as…
Homelessness Declines in San Diego County: Regional Collaboration, Investment Drive Progress
San Diego County sees a 6.6% drop in homelessness from 2024 to 2025, with family homelessness down 72% and veteran homelessness down 25%, thanks to strategic investments and regional collaboration….
California AG Bonta Warns Cities: Enforce Housing Law or Face Fines Under New SB 1037
SACRAMENTO — California Attorney General Rob Bonta is stepping up pressure on local governments to comply with the state’s housing laws, issuing a legal bulletin this month that warns city and…
In the Bay Area, Even a $100K Salary Now Qualifies as ‘Low-Income’
SAN FRANCISCO — Once seen as a symbol of prosperity, a six-figure salary in the Bay Area no longer guarantees financial stability. According to the California Department of Housing and…
Treasurer Ma: Small Businesses Can Help Employees Save with CalSavers
SACRAMENTO, CA – In celebration of National Small Business Week, California State Treasurer Fiona Ma is encouraging small business owners across the state to empower their employees’ financial futures by joining CalSavers, California’s…
California’s Population Rises Again, Debunking the Myth of Decline
State Adds 108,000 Residents in 2024, Reaching 39.5 Million Sacramento – California’s population grew by 108,000 people in 2024, reaching 39,529,000 residents as of January 1, 2025, according to the…
A Healthy Community Is a Clean Community: Working Together, We Can Clean Up California and Help It Shine Bright
By: Rejie Baloyos, Community Advocate and Executive Director at ARI California has long been the place where dreams come to life—a land of hope and possibility for people from every…
Martin Nievera Named Grand Marshal for Carson’s 2025 Philippine Independence Day
Martin Nievera will be the Grand Marshall and Headliner for the June 7, 2025 Philippine independence day Celebration in Carson City. Photo by Nicanor B. Arriola Martin Nievera will lead…
California Sues Trump Administration Over “Unlawful” Tariffs Threatening State’s Economy
Governor Gavin Newsom of CA California has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging sweeping tariffs imposed without congressional approval. The state says the tariffs threaten businesses, jobs, and…
CA Attorney General Bonta to the U.S. House of Representatives: Protect American Consumers from Predatory Overdraft Fees
“Why would we help the big banks at the expense of working people? “ Attorney General Bonta to the U.S. House of Representatives:… OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta on April…
Gloria Perlas Pulido Appointed Chair of the Cerritos Planning Commission
Gloria Perlas Pulido has been named Chair of the Cerritos Planning Commission. Learn about her leadership role and how the Commission shapes the city’s future through smart, community-centered planning. CERRITOS,…
Dealing with Assets Omitted in a Divorce Case
You and your spouse may have gone through a lengthy and contentious divorce proceeding. This is usually the most difficult period of a person’s life. Finally, time heals all pain. …
Filipino caregivers rally against home care agency for unpaid wages
Community supporters and advocacy groups rallied in late February against a Torrance-based caregiving agency that has been ordered to pay $2.2 million in unpaid wages to dozens of Filipino home…
California’s Community Colleges offer 200+ career education programs to help students begin the career of their dreams
By Xong Her, Registered Nurse, Sacramento City College Graduate WHEN I was in high school, I didn’t think attending college was going to be possible. Not only was the high…
Los Angeles City Council Upholds Fire Chief Kristin Crowley’s Dismissal Amid Wildfire Controversy
Kristin Crowley was appointed in 2022 by then Mayor Eric Garcetti as LAFD’s first female and openly LGBTQ fire chief. LAFD Photo | Creative Commons Licensed | Public Domain LOS…
California Mandates In-Person Return for State Workers: A New Shift in Work Culture
Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a significant shift in California’s public sector workforce, requiring state employees to return to in-person work at least four days a week starting July 1,…
LA Fire Chief Appeals Dismissal: City Council to Decide Fate Amid Public Safety Debate
Kristin Crowley served as the 19th Chief of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) from March 25, 2022, to February 21, 2025. She was the first woman and the first…
Egg Prices Soar: How Filipino Families and Businesses Are Coping with the Surge
Filipino desserts heavily rely on eggs as a key ingredient. The egg shortage significantly impact the cost of these beloved treats. LOS ANGELES, CA – The rising cost of eggs…
California K-12 students encouraged to get artistic about keeping California clean
Clean California program accepting multimedia art contest submissions until Mar. 24; Cash prizes awarded for winning entries SACRAMENTO — A statewide multimedia contest led by the Clean California program is…
Filipina Assemblymember Caloza leads community swearing-in, files disaster-related bills
California state Assemblymember Jessica Caloza of District 52 took the oath of office administered by Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas during a community swearing-in ceremony at the Los Angeles River Center…
Dealing with Assets Omitted in a Divorce Case
You and your spouse may have gone through a lengthy and contentious divorce proceeding. This is usually the most difficult period of a person’s life. Finally, time heals all pain. …
California’s first Fil-Am state senator takes office
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…