Jersey City’s positive coronavirus cases climb to 820, highest in the state
Jersey City, the city with the most diverse population in New Jersey, has more positive coronavirus cases than any other town or city in the state. The city now has 820…
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‘This virus did not care’: Fil-Ams share their coronavirus ordeal
The coronavirus that has caused a worldwide pandemic has killed more than 3,400 and infected more than 213,000 people in the United States, according to Johns Hopkins University, both figures…
CA Sen. Kamala Harris condemns anti-Asian attacks, doubles down on protections for front-liners
CALIFORNIA Senator Kamala Harris denounced the rise of anti-Asian violence and discrimination in the United States and called on more protections for vulnerable populations, including front-line workers. Harris, the first…
Fil-Am journalists remember CBS’ Maria Mercader as a mentor, champion of newsroom diversity
Filipino American media professionals are paying tribute to veteran CBS News journalist and talent executive Maria Mercader who died over the weekend from the coronavirus. Born and raised in New…
From Hollywood to the front lines: Fil-Am medical professional collects supplies from TV shows for hospitals
As hospitals across Southern California run low on supplies for front-liners fighting the coronavirus outbreak, a Filipina American medical professional is using her connections to TV shows for donations to fill…
On Census Day, Fil-Ams are reminded to be counted
With Census Day on April 1, community organizations are reminding Filipino Americans across the country to fill out their questionnaire. April 1, 2020 is significant because respondents will answer based…
Newsom unveils CA Health Corps to expand medical workforce
California Governor Gavin Newsom announced on Monday, March 31 a new program to increase the number of medical workers to address the quickly growing coronavirus outbreak. Through an executive order,…
‘You must have coronavirus’: Fil-Ams face discrimination, harassment amid pandemic
Kyle Navarro, a Filipino American school nurse, was unlocking his bike on a San Francisco sidewalk after delivering prescription glasses to a student when he noticed an older white man…
The US now has the highest number of coronavirus cases globally, reaching over 100,000
The United States now leads with the highest number of confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), surpassing China and Italy. The country has 101,657 cases of infection and…
Community organizations, advocates unite against anti-API racism
As the United States continues to struggle with the lack of test kits and medical equipment to combat the new coronavirus outbreak, the country now leads the world with the…
Five takeaways from $2.2 trillion relief plan
Trump signs off on sweeping spending bill to provide taxpayers with financial relief, businesses with a special lending program On the same day that the House approved the plan, President…
California Gov. Newsom announces 90-day mortgage payment relief
California Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday, March 26 announced that financial institutions will provide major financial relief for millions of Californians suffering financially as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak….
LA County closes down beaches
Los Angeles County beaches and beach facilities were closed to the public Friday, March 27 in an effort to stem the spread of COVID-19. By order of the Health Officer,…
Pechanga T.K.O. (Tawanan Kantahan Overload) upcoming shows postponed
AT Pechanga Resort Casino, we are committed to the health and safety of our guests, and our team. As part of that commitment, we want to take a moment to…
Washington state names Fil-Am as head of health care response team
GOVERNOR Jay Inslee has named retired Navy Vice Admiral Raquel Cruz Bono as Washington state director for COVID-19 Health System Response Management. As the former chief executive officer and director…
SoCal-based Pinay pastry chef wins Food Network’s ‘Chopped Sweets’
A Filipina American pastry chef and entrepreneur from Southern California won a recent episode of Food Network’s “Chopped Sweets.” Ginger Lim-Dimapasok, the owner of ube-centric bakery Café 86, triumphed during…
249 coronavirus cases, 6 deaths in Clark County
Gov. Sisolak restricts malaria drugs for treatment, gatherings of more than 10 CLARK County now has 249 coronavirus cases as of Tuesday, March 24, a week after Nevada Governor Steve…
Money, fear and racism: Navigating the complex relationship between health and hysteria
As the world continues to fight the new coronavirus, the global Asian and Pacific Islander community pushes back on hate, discrimination There are fewer global phenomena that make a bigger…
Fil-Am lawyer David Lat remains in critical condition, given ‘experimental’ drug therapy
New York continues to grapple with skyrocketing coronavirus cases and because of the spiking numbers, the state launched earlier this week a clinical trial for an experimental drug treatment to…
Los Angeles County coronavirus cases surge to 660
11 deaths reported, including the first fatality under 18 years old In the past 48 hours, 256 new coronavirus cases have been identified in Los Angeles County, bringing the total…
As COVID-19 escalates, officials warn public of fake test kits, scam remedies
Panic-buying, school closures and, of course, contracting the novel coronavirus itself are not the only things to watch out for as the COVID-19 pandemic rages on in the United States….
LA public schools to remain closed until May 1
Public schools in Los Angeles, which serve over 700,000 students, will stay closed until May 1 in an effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Los Angeles Unified School…
‘He died alone’: Filipino father among New Jersey’s coronavirus victims
A Filipino father from Edison, New Jersey died on March 19 from the coronavirus, his son confirmed over the weekend. Peter Dario died from COVID-19 two days prior and was…
Kabilang ang mga Batang Wala Pang 5 Taong Gulang sa Pinakahindi Nabilang nang Tumpak sa Nakalipas na Senso
Tauhan ng America Counts – Nobyembre 13, 2019 Isang pagsubok ang pagbilang sa bawat taong nasa Estados Unidos sa isang senso na ginagawa bawat 10 taon. Ngunit ang pagbilang sa bawat sanggol…
59 new cases of COVID-19, 2 deaths reported in LA County
Two additional deaths and 59 new cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in Los Angeles County, the Department of Public Health confirmed on Saturday, March 21. The…
Fil-Ams reminded of new US State Dept. advisory restricting int’l travel
Filipino Americans are reminded to follow the U.S. State Department’s latest advisory on avoiding all international travel due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles said…
After Filipina became first COVID-19 death in LA County, family frustrated at lack of tests being administered
Testing in LA County gradually expands, but the criteria for obtaining a test remains stringent A FILIPINA from Orlando, Florida — who was in Los Angeles visiting family — died…
IRS postpones tax-filing deadline to July 15
Taxpayers in the United States will have three additional months to file their federal taxes, the U.S. treasury secretary announced on Friday, March 20. Tax Day will now be moved…
LA County, City issue new orders stopping nonessential activities until April 19
‘SAFER AT HOME’ RESIDENTS in Los Angeles County can still go to the grocery store, pick up takeout orders at restaurants or go on hikes with proper social distancing, but…
PH Consulate General in LA suspends services
The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles has temporarily suspended its consular services indefinitely in light of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spread. The suspension, which took place on Thursday, March…