San Diego’s $25 Minimum Wage for Tourism Workers Moves Forward
SAN DIEGO — A proposal to raise the minimum wage for thousands of San Diego tourism-sector workers to $25/hour cleared its first major hurdle on June 25, with the City…
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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…
Dylan Harper, the No. 2 NBA Draft Pick, Brings Filipino Pride to San Antonio Spurs
Dylan Harper, the 19-year-old Fil-Am guard from Rutgers, made history as one of the highest-drafted players of Filipino descent. Selected No. 2 overall in the 2025 NBA Draft, he poses…
Attorney general Rob Bonta hails court order to release EV charger funds
SACRAMENTO – California Attorney General Rob Bonta, the first Filipino American to hold the state’s top law enforcement position, praised a federal judge’s ruling this week, June 27, 2025, that…
Filipino American Valentino Creus among three hikers killed after plunge into icy waterfall in California
PLACER COUNTY – Valentino “Val” Creus, a respected Filipino American tax professional from Los Angeles, was among three men who died after jumping into the icy waters of Rattlesnake Falls near Soda…
Final Supreme Court Decisions Before Summer Recess
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Supreme Court concluded its 2024–2025 term on Friday, June 27, issuing rulings on five major cases before entering its annual summer recess. While its decision…
Supreme Court limits broad rulings against Trump policies, sidesteps birthright citizenship issue
The U.S. Supreme Court’s 6–3 ruling limited the ability of lower courts to block federal policies nationwide, giving Trump a legal boost but leaving birthright citizenship laws unchanged—for now. …
Zohran Mamdani wins NYC democratic primary as Cuomo eyes independent run
From Zohran for NYC campaign website – Photo credit: Madison Stewar Progressive Assemblymember Emerges as Frontrunner in November Race for Mayor NEW YORK, NY — New York State Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani has officially…
A lucky penny, premonitions & surrounded by plenty of family, single mom from Long Beach wins brand new Temecula home – courtesy of Pechanga
Home Sweet Win! host Ty Pennington with winner Mayra V. and promotional model. Photos courtesy of Pechanga Resort Casino TEMECULA – The winner of a brand-new Temecula house says the…
Trump is not revoking dual citizenship — viral claim debunked
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A viral social media claim alleging that the Trump administration is forcing Americans with dual citizenship to choose one nationality—or risk losing both—has been thoroughly debunked by legal…
From “Hungry City” to co-chief critic at the New York Times – A Filipino American voice redefines food journalism
Ligaya Mishan (@ligayamishan), left, celebrates her appointment as co–chief restaurant critic of The New York Times alongside Tejal Rao. “Hello, we’re the new chief restaurant critics at The New York Times, ready to…
New York City’s Ranked-Choice Voting Returns
As NYC heads into its June 24 primary, voters are using ranked-choice voting to reshape how local democracy works. Here’s what’s at stake—and why the rest of the U.S. is…
From Wall Street to Courtside: Who Is the Billionaire Behind LA’s Biggest Sports Takeover?
Mark Walter at the White House at an event celebrating the 2024 World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers (Photo from The White House) Mark Walter, the billionaire behind Guggenheim Partners…
Fil-Am legislator told to ‘go home’ after independence day speech
Luz Bay, a Democrat representing Strafford 21 in the New Hampshire House of Representatives, assumed office on December 7, 2022, and is serving a term through December 2, 2026. Born in the Philippines and now residing in Dover,…
Trump unveils “Gold Card” website for $5 million U.S. residency visa
Trump unveils ‘Gold Card’ website for $5 million U.S. residency visa WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump has launched a new immigration initiative — a proposed “Trump Card” — via…
Major Student Loan Changes Advance in Senate Proposal
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Major changes to the federal student loan system are one step closer to becoming law after Senate Republicans advanced a proposal to significantly restructure how students and…
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…
Gina Ortiz Jones Makes History as First Filipina and Openly Gay Mayor of San Antonio
Gina Ortiz Jones wins San Antonio runoff, becoming the city’s first Filipina American, openly gay, and combat veteran mayor. SAN ANTONIO, TX – U.S. Air Force veteran and former federal official…
Fil-Am community welcomes Bahai Deals, the largest direct-to-developer property listing for Filipinos in North America
From left: Talino Ventures Studios President and CEO Winston Damarillo; DTI Trade Service Officer Eric C. Elnar; Philippine Consulate General of Los Angeles Consul General Adelio Angelito S. Cruz; and…
P-pop kings SB19 bring ‘Simula at Wakas’ world tour to Pechanga Resort Casino
TEMECULA – Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music and entertainment as SB19, one of the Philippines’ most electrifying pop sensations, takes the stage at Pechanga Resort Casino on…
Filipino Among 11 Immigrants With Serious Criminal Records Arrested in ICE Raid
Photo source U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement LOS ANGELES — A 55-year-old undocumented Filipino immigrant was among 11 individuals apprehended in recent immigration enforcement operations by U.S. Immigration and Customs…
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…
Graduation 2025: Beyond the Cap and Gown, The Power to Shape What Comes Next
Each spring, graduation ceremonies across the United States mark the culmination of years of academic effort. As diplomas are conferred and celebratory music fills the air, graduates step into an…
Trump Deploys National Guard to Los Angeles as Immigration Protests Escalate
Photo Credit : Army National Guard LOS ANGELES, June 8, 2025 — President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles following a wave of…
Trump pushes for July 4 deadline on immigration and tax bill
President Donald Trump urges swift passage of his sweeping tax and immigration proposal—dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”—which seeks to extend tax cuts, impose stricter immigration rules, and slash…
Border Reset: San Diego Facility Closed as Illegal Crossings Plunge 96%
The Trump administration shutters a key migrant center in San Diego following historic lows in border crossings, ramping up enforcement while critics warn of legal and humanitarian consequences. SAN DIEGO…
Celebrating Philippine Independence: A day of culture and community at Irvine Valley College
ON Saturday, June 14, 2025, everyone is invited to join the vibrant Filipino community for the highly anticipated Philippine Independence Day celebration. This free event will take place at Irvine…
U.S. to Tax Remittances, Raises Alarm for Filipino Families
President Trump’s 2025 remittance tax proposal, now passed by the House, targets non-citizens sending money abroad. Overseas Filipinos and global economies brace as Senate debate looms. WASHINGTON, D.C. —…