Covering the week’s most noteworthy news stories in the United States for the Filipino-American and Global Filipino community.
Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil Ferrer paid a courtesy call on San Francisco’s District Attorney Brooke Jenkins at the latter’s office on Friday, March 17. ConGen Ferrer extended…
The Biden administration’s decision to end the COVID -19 public health emergency in May will institute sweeping changes across the health care system that go far beyond many people having…
By Amrylois Ferido Sri Sai Krish Institute (SSKI), an Orange County-based nursing school, was founded in 2012 by owner VJ Bhaskar, and today, it is a successful school that has…
A citywide multi-ethnic “Celebrate YOUniqueness FESTIVAL2023” was held with much success! The event’s goal – “Bringing the Community Together” did happen. It was a packed standing room venue at the…
President Biden’s recently announced budget proposal promises to maintain entitlement programs while dramatically increasing defense spending. When President Biden formally unveiled his budget last week in Philadelphia, he took direct…
The governor has also laid out ambitious plans to manufacture insulin, control substance abuse, and shut down private prisons. California Governor Gavin Newsom laid out his vision for California at…
by Angela Hart Kaiser Health News SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom, whose administration is struggling to contain a worsening homelessness crisis despite record spending, is trying something bold: tapping federal…
Dr. Cesar D. Candari, MD, a well-known Las Vegas Filipino-American Diplomate in pathology, medical leader, humanitarian, author, newspaper columnist of Philippine Times, passed away on March 14, 2023 from pancreatic…
by Peter White, Ethnic Media Services $3.8 billion in investment scams and $2.6 billion in impersonator scams topped the list. Most money lost through bank transfers and crypto currencies. Ever…
WASHINGTON, DC – The National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) is mourning the passing of one of the Filipino American community’s most remarkable leaders, Jesus “Jesse” Antonio Vizcocho, who passed…
Program implements Mayor’s executive order requiring expedited processing for 100% affordable housing and emergency shelter permits SAN DIEGO – In response to an executive order signed in January by Mayor Todd Gloria,…
THE Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco organized a Consular Outreach Mission in Poplar, California on March 11, 2023 at the Larry Itliong Resource Center (4665 Road 192, Poplar, California…
Successful program provides people experiencing homelessness with safe space to sleep overnight SAN DIEGO – The City Council on Monday, March 20 unanimously approved a plan proposed by Mayor Todd…
Family-friendly activities include egg hunts, scavenger hunts and more SAN DIEGO – Spring has arrived and the City of San Diego’s Parks and Recreation Department is ready to celebrate the season through spring-themed…
San Diegans invited to community workshops to learn more about potential long-term plans for the pier SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is hosting a series of upcoming…
Leny Dy Sarmiento recently celebrated her 80th birthday with family and friends last February 19 at a party held at Maggiano’s LIttle Italy Restaurant in Santana Row in San Jose, CA. Photo…
Culture and language are among the barriers that prevent many Asian American teens from openly discussing dating violence with their parents. When Angela Kim first fell in love at 16,…
GOV. Gavin Newsom may have been prescient when he acknowledged free speech concerns as he signed California’s COVID misinformation bill last fall. In a message to lawmakers, the governor warned…
JUST when everyone thought the skies were becoming clearer, March has been bringing its own set of storms. Reiterating the importance of preparedness during natural disasters, such as the immense…
by Sunita Sohrabji, Ethnic Media Services THE California College Corps program offers students the chance to find purpose and connection through service at a moment of rising anxiety and isolation…
Consul General Senen T. Mangalile met with the members of the community media for his inaugural “Con Gen Media Hour” at the Philippine Consulate General in New York last week….
CALIFORNIA Attorney General Rob Bonta, the first Filipino American to hold the office, had a ceremonial swearing-in during a recent community event in Los Angeles. LA Mayor Karen Bass administered…
COUNTY officials want San Diegans to help turn a house or rather, the County’s draft housing blueprint into a “home” by filling it with their opinions and advice. San Diegans…
Low Income Household Water Assistance Program expansion increases the number of households eligible for residential water and wastewater bill assistance throughout the state THE California Department of Community Services and…
Workshops, camps and storytimes will focus on clean energy, mobility, recycling and more SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego Public Library (SDPL) has launched a series of free,…
Successful program provides safe, lawful 24-hour vehicle camping for individuals and families SAN DIEGO – Working to create new options for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, the Wednesday, March 15…
Several opportunities for residents to get rid of large items and help beautify their neighborhoods SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego’s Think Blue program has teamed up with…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco delivered a record 56,466 consular services in 2022, registering a 27.84-percent increase from the previous year. During the Consulate’s Planning…
A Filipino American woman was killed in front of her two children by her partner in Daly City, California on Monday, March 6. Frances Kendra Lucero, 27, was shot and…
by Selen Ozturk, Ethnic Media Services Business owners in San Francisco say they remain vulnerable to fraudulent ADA lawsuits which have targeted more than 35,000 businesses statewide. LAST April, the…
