Covering the week’s most noteworthy news stories in the United States for the Filipino-American and Global Filipino community.
The California State University Board of Trustees on Wednesday, Jan. 28, approved a requirement that allows students to vote on changes to “success fees.” Trustees unanimously approved the new policy…
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) has been sued for alleged fraud, breach of contract, unjust enrichment, and other violations, by customers claiming they were overcharged due to…
A San Francisco lawmaker introduced legislation Monday, Jan. 26, that would enforce statewide regulations on e-cigarettes. “No tobacco product should be exempt from California’s smoke-free laws simply because it’s sold…
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) has been sued for alleged fraud, breach of contract, unjust enrichment, and other violations, by customers claiming they were overcharged due to…
Sunday’s big game will draw millions of excited viewers, who should never lose sight of the electrical hazards that come with enjoying the day. Smart decisions and precautions are the…
The Federal Reserve reiterated on Wednesday, Jan. 28 that it will be “patient” in raising rates from the record lows, but noted that inflation remains below its target, despite the…
Sorry SoCal, but Northern California neighborhoods are topping real estate this year. A report from online real estate brokerage Redfin, which calculates the “hottest” US neighborhoods for real estate activity…
A Catholic priest new to San Francisco has banned girls from becoming altar servers in the future. “We’d like to get back to an altar boy program, which is a…
At the State of the Union address in 2014, immigration activist and DREAMer Cristian Avila sat in the House of Representatives gallery as a guest of First Lady Michelle Obama….
Sorry SoCal, but Northern California neighborhoods are topping real estate this year. A report from online real estate brokerage Redfin, which calculates the “hottest” US neighborhoods for real estate activity…
A Catholic priest new to San Francisco has banned girls from becoming altar servers in the future. “We’d like to get back to an altar boy program, which is a…
THE Los Angeles City Attorney’s office is taking steps to protect immigrants who may be affected by President Barack Obama’s executive order on immigration from scam artists. “The president has…
THE Supreme Court ruled unanimously on Monday, Jan. 26, that ambiguous language in union contracts should not automatically be interpreted in favor of workers. The case involved a chemical company,…
THE Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) reported a 3.6 percent drop in student attendance during the first semester, a number that could cost it more than $100 million in…
TRAVEL booking website Expedia has acquired online travel agency Travelocity for $280 million from Sabre Corporation. “Travelocity is one of the most recognized travel brands in North America, offering thousands…
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti is seeking a roughly 25 percent cut in civilian workers’ injury-leave pay, an unusually generous benefit that some believe has contributed to increasing taxes. Along…
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti is seeking a roughly 25 percent cut in civilian workers’ injury-leave pay, an unusually generous benefit that some believe has contributed to increasing taxes. Along…
THE Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) reported a 3.6 percent drop in student attendance during the first semester, a number that could cost it more than $100 million in…
THE Los Angeles City Attorney’s office is taking steps to protect immigrants who may be affected by President Barack Obama’s executive order on immigration from scam artists. “The president has…
Automakers BMW and Volkswagen are partnering with ChargePoint, the largest electric vehicle charging network, to install 100 express high-speed charging stations along two busy highways on the east and west coast. The…
A high school teacher in Los Angeles County was suspended for allegedly posting a rant on Facebook condoning a recent sexual encounter between teachers and students. Sean Patrick Kane, an…
A high school teacher in Los Angeles County was suspended for allegedly posting a rant on Facebook condoning a recent sexual encounter between teachers and students. Sean Patrick Kane, an…
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration plans to add automatic emergency brakes as a recommended safety feature for vehicles, according to an announcement made by Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx on…
In the past 10 years, the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have successfully implemented various strategies to improve air and water quality. That’s according to Richard Cameron, managing…
The Justice Department is preparing to close the investigation into the shooting death of an unarmed black teenager in Ferguson, Mo., and clear the white police officer involved. Officer Darren…
House Republicans passed a bill on Thursday, Jan. 22, banning federal funding for abortions, instead of one that would have prohibited abortions after 20 weeks. The legislation would block federal…
WiFi and cell service are on the way for Metro underground train passengers. Last week, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority began working on a two-year, $800,000 project to…
WiFi and cell service are on the way for Metro underground train passengers. Last week, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority began working on a two-year, $800,000 project to…
SCE has crews on standby and reminds its customers to never approach or touch downed power lines With strong Santa Ana winds, sometimes up to 70 mph, forecast throughout the Southland this…
In the past 10 years, the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have successfully implemented various strategies to improve air and water quality. That’s according to Richard Cameron, managing…
