Sri Sai Krish Institute’s student centered programs
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…
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Fil-Am Business Association of Glendale joins Celebrate YOUniqueness Festival 2023
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…
Unpacking Biden’s Budget: The President Wants Guns and Butter
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…
Governor Newsom outlines vision for California, pledging to permanently eradicate homelessness
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…
Prescription for housing? California wants Medicaid to cover 6 months of rent
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…
Las Vegas Fil-Am medical leader Candari has died
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…
Scammers took consumers for $8.8 billion in 2022
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…
NaFFAA mourns loss of Fil-Am community advocate Jesse Vizcocho
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…
San Diego announces creation of ‘Affordable Housing Permit Now’ program
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,…
PCGSF conducts consular outreach mission in Central California
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…
City council passes plan for new safe parking lot at Rose Canyon
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…
Hop into spring at City of San Diego parks and recreation centers
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…
City of San Diego seeking public input regarding Ocean Beach pier renewal project
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…
Birthday Celebrations at Santana Row
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…
Asian teens say dating violence a taboo topic at home
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,…
California’s COVID misinformation law is entangled in lawsuits, conflicting rulings
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…
Staying safe through California’s March storms
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…
California’s College Corps program a respite for student volunteers
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…
Bystander intervention workshops to combat hate held in NY, SF
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….
Ceremonial swearing-in held in LA for Attorney General Rob Bonta
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…
Get in on the ground floor, help shape county’s housing blueprint
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…
California expands eligibility for low-income water bill assistance to include relief for current bills
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…
Climate Action at the center of new San Diego Public Library programs
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,…
City of San Diego advances plan for new safe parking lot with live-in-ready camper trailers
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…
City of San Diego offers spring cleaning events to urge San Diegans to properly dispose of bulky items
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…
Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco delivers record number of consular services in 2022
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…
Filipina in Daly City shot dead by partner in front of her two kids
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…
‘Serial filers’ — San Francisco businesses still vulnerable to fraudulent ADA lawsuits
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…
SF Mayor Breed proposes permitting improvements to speed housing construction
Housing for All effort would streamline the site permit process to significantly reduce permitting times for new developments and major renovations SAN FRANCISCO — Mayor London Breed, City Administrator Carmen…
ConGen Ferrer, Mayor Nicolas meet with biotech firm co-founder
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO – Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil Ferrer and South San Francisco City Mayor Buenaflor Nicolas met with Filipino co-founder of U.S. biotech company InterVenn Aldo…