An interview with Nevada’s Fil-Am assemblywoman Erica Mosca
by Isabella Calderon It was a late winter storm that greeted my sister, mother and I as we stepped outside the Reno/Tahoe airport. Strong gusts of wind shook our rental…
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County water-quality device named public works ‘project of the year’
THE County’s Sweetwater Lane Community Park Trash Capture project was recognized on May 11 as the American Public Works Association (APWA) San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter’s 2023 Project of the Year. This state-approved…
City of San Diego helps residents and business owners obtain unclaimed money
More than $830,000 ready to be claimed SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is urging anyone who did business with the city to check and see if they…
City of San Diego highlights safe and sustainable infrastructure during Building Safety Month
‘It starts with you’ slogan emphasizes the importance of safe buildings and infrastructure for all SAN DIEGO – On May 16, 2023, the San Diego City Council recognized May as Building Safety Month to remind San Diegans about the critical role…
San Diego city officials, business leaders unveil progress on Fifth Avenue ‘slow street’ plan
Newly installed bollards help create a pedestrian promenade to promote accessibility, economic development in Gaslamp Quarter SAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria, Councilmember Stephen Whitburn, and downtown business leaders have…
State lawmakers eye forced treatment to address overlap in homelessness and mental illness
by April Dembosky, KQED and Amelia Templeton, Oregon Public Broadcasting and Carrie Feibel, KFF Health News Many of the unhoused people in Portland, Oregon, live in tents pitched on sidewalks…
ConGen Ferrer urges Fil-Ams to explore thriving Philippine startup ecosystem
SAN FRANCISCO – Consul General Neil Ferrer encouraged Filipino Americans to consider the Philippines as a launchpad for their startups in the event called “Balik*Bayan San Francisco: Come Back, Give…
GDAP holds roadshow in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO – The Game Developers Association of the Philippines (GDAP) held a roadshow in San Francisco on May 11 at the Philippine Center’s Dynamico Space. Titled “GAME ON: Navigating…
California resolution introduced to establish sister state relationship with Philippine province of Bulacan
A California state senator has introduced a resolution to establish a sister state relationship with the Philippine province of Bulacan. Senator Anthony J. Portantino (D – Burbank), authored Senate Concurrent…
Can interfaith collaborations stop hate crimes?
Among developed nations the United States stands unique in the centrality of religion for millions of Americans. And as the population becomes more diverse, interfaith collaborations could be key to…
As US emergency declarations end, access to COVID protections continues for LA County residents
As the U.S. Public Health Emergency and the National Emergency Declaration for COVID-19 ended this month, following the announcement by the World Health Organization (WHO) that COVID-19 is no longer…
Philippines Fest Bring Filipino Flair, Flavor to NYC Streets: Fil Am-owned small businesses thrive as street fairs make a comeback in New York City
THE history of street fairs in New York City can be traced back to the early 20th century when immigrant communities began organizing outdoor festivals to celebrate their cultural heritage. …
Scam the scam with Social Security
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada The Social Security Administration and its Office of the Inspector General (OIG) continued to raise public awareness about Social Security…
Cox awards $35,000 in diversity scholarships to 10 graduating seniors
Over the past decade, Cox Las Vegas has presented $350,000 in scholarships to college-bound, high school seniors in Clark County as part of its annual Cox Diversity Scholarship program, including…
City of Las Vegas offers additional youth summer camps
Online and in-person registration open now The city of Las Vegas is offering additional summer camps at the new Ernest & Betty Becker Family Technology Community Center. The additional camps…
Youth challenge invites submissions from artistic San Diegans
YOUNG San Diegans are invited to help raise awareness about opioid overdoses and the dangers of counterfeit and illicit opioids using their video and art skills. The County’s current Scoop from…
Mayor Gloria announces tentative agreements with San Diego Municipal Employees Association, AFSCME Local 127
Deal negotiated with city employees continues investment in workforce to enhance city services SAN DIEGO – Furthering his commitment to invest in the city’s workforce, fill vacancies, and enhance services to…
PH Consulate in SF approves 1,118 overseas voting applications during first RERB hearing
SAN FRANCISCO – The Resident Election Registration Board (RERB) of the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco convened on April 17, 2023 at the Romulo Hall of the Philippine Center,…
USF int’l business students pay courtesy visit to PH consulate
SAN FRANCISCO – A group of international business students from the University of San Francisco (USF) recently paid a courtesy visit to the Philippine Consulate on April 25 to learn…
ConGen Ferrer meets with Miriam College delegates to Model UN of the Far West
SAN FRANCISCO – A delegation of students from Miriam College in the Philippines who participated in the Model United Nations of the Far West (MUNFW) Conference called on Consul General…
Canepa to tobacco sellers: Break the law and face stiff fines
DALY CITY – San Mateo County Supervisor David J. Canepa made the following statement on Tuesday, Maty 9 after the Board of Supervisors passed an ordinance imposing mandatory fines and…
Are we out of the woods with COVID?
Omicron variants are killing 200-300 people a day but population immunity in the U.S. is higher and more stable than a year ago. The Chairman of the Department of Medicine…
Vice President Kamala Harris headlines White House celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month
WASHINGTON, DC — A packed auditorium stood up and cheered for a long moment as Vice President Kamala Harris took the stage May 3 at George Washington University here, during…
Join UPAAGLA’s Spring Fling on May 20
Come and meet other U.P. Alumni and friends in the Greater LA area in this year’s Spring Fling! We have prepared fun games, great door prizes, and awesome raffle prizes…
Medi-Cal Enrollees: Here’s How to Verify Your Eligibility
If you are enrolled in Medi-Cal, as more than one-third of Californians are, make sure your county knows how to reach you, or you could lose your health coverage unnecessarily….
California says new cigarettes appear to violate state’s flavored tobacco ban
by Don Thompson, KFF Health News California’s attorney general is warning two tobacco companies that their new cigarettes appear to violate a state ban on most flavored tobacco products that…
Biden administration warns consumers to avoid medical credit cards
The Biden administration on Thursday cautioned Americans about the growing risks of medical credit cards and other loans for medical bills, warning in a new report that high interest rates…
County could see more housing dollars with ‘prohousing’ designation
SAN Diego County could see more money for housing after it was named one of 11 additional cities and counties to receive a “prohousing” designation from the state for being…
County releases equity-centered recommended budget that expands programs and services
SAN Diego County released an $8.11 billion recommended budget on Thursday, May 4 that continues increased spending to fight homelessness; take on mental health and substance use disorder challenges; improve…
City of San Diego outlines next steps for development of citywide cultural plan
Effort will guide arts and culture investments SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is creating its first-ever comprehensive cultural plan to guide investments in arts and culture in…