Covering the week’s most noteworthy news stories impacting the lives of the Filipino-American community in Southern California.
Carson Finance Department Wins PAFR Award, Securing Dual Excellence in Financial Reporting CARSON, CA — The City of Carson announced on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 that its Finance Department…
COMMUNITY ORGANIZERS: From left: Edwin Baloloy, Neil Estrada, Sue Ann Estrada-Tumakay, Ellen Rodriguez-Swing, Camille Rose Estrada (daughter of Neil Estrada), Abigail Roxas, Eliza Leigh Serna, Christine Consunji, Demeven Quirino and…
JEEPNEY: A colorful symbol of Filipino heritage, the Pilipino Workers Center jeepney drew festivalgoers throughout the weekend, becoming one of the most photographed attractions at the second FAHM UbeFest in…
California Senate District 24 candidate Brian Goldsmith, center right, with Ron Wong, at left of Goldsmith, founder and CEO of Imprenta Communications, and other attendees at an AAPI community gathering…
Edward Yen AANHPI media roundtable examines the elected County Executive, Board expansion, ethics oversight and the years-long implementation ahead LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles County is moving through a multiyear restructuring…
L-R. Photo shows Philippine Global Media Group (PGMG) officers PRO Ellen Rodriguez-Swing, Chairman Val Abelgas, President Dan Nino and Media Touchstone Ventures, Inc. (MTVi) President Melandrew Velasco. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — The…
Six-Building Expansion Brings Specialized Hospital and Outpatient Care Together on One Integrated Campus Dedicated Cancer, Women’s Health, Digestive Health and Surgical Facilities Expand Access to Advanced Care in Orange County …
CA Catholic Superintendents zooming with St. Gen’s student leaders Students at St. Genevieve Parish Schools are taking their student-led “A Valiant Effort” campaign statewide, inviting schools throughout California to join an ambitious…
Consul General Adelio Angelito S. Cruz (third from left) joins IAABE lead organizer and COFACC President Mr. Gerry Palon (left-most), Indian Consul General Dr. K.J. Srinivasa (2nd from left), Torrance…
Photo credit: Andrew Ge Sponsored by JPMorganChase J.P. Morgan’s Commercial Banking team brought entrepreneurs and business leaders together in Los Angeles for its Business Leaders Symposium. The event is built around…
Nakikiisa ang Konsulado Panlahat ng Pilipinas sa Los Angeles sa pagdiriwang ng Buwan ng Kasaysayan ngayong Agosto 2026. Sa pangunguna ng Pambansang Komisyong Pangkasaysayan ng Pilipinas, tampok sa pagdiriwang ngayong…
Educator and health care leader will become Glendale’s first Filipina American elected to public office GLENDALE — Dr. Aileen O. Dinkjian, an educator, health care leader and longtime South Glendale…
The dedication of the Echo Park Branch Library honors the Filipino American author whose self-education through the Los Angeles Public Library helped transform a migrant worker into one of the…
The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles team, including members of the attached agencies from Philippine Trade and Investment Center, Social Security System, Migrant Workers’ Office, Office of the Police…
LOS ANGELES, CA — Historic Filipinotown came alive this past weekend as more than 22,000 people gathered for Baryo HiFi, a free community festival celebrating Filipino culture through music, food, art,…
Photo Courtesy of https://lacatholics.org/auxiliary-bishops/ Filipino-born bishop concludes decades of ministry in Los Angeles LOS ANGELES — Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Bishop Alejandro “Alex” D. Aclan as auxiliary bishop…
Los Angeles, CA — May 2026 — After drawing more than 17,000 attendees last year, Baryo HiFi returns to Historic Filipinotown on Saturday, May 16, 2026 for its third annual…
Mylah de Leon with President Fidel V. Ramos during the president’s visit to Los Angeles in November 1993. LOS ANGELES — Distinguished journalist and award-winning lifestyle columnist Mylah de Leon passed…
Mothers, caregivers and community leaders were recognized for service, sacrifice and contributions across generations LOS ANGELES — Mothers, caregivers and women community leaders were honored during a Mother’s Day Tribute celebration…
Consul General Cruz conferring a certif,cate of appreciation to Mr. Ruel Rodriguez, President of Cavite Association of Nevada, in acknowledgement of the organization’s invaluablesupport to LA PCG resulting to a…
Photo: SANDIEGO.GOV SAN DIEGO — Buying a home in San Diego is becoming less about aspiration and more about who can realistically afford to enter the market. Recent housing data show…
Photo: TODDGLORIA.COM SAN DIEGO — Mayor Todd Gloria has introduced a budget proposal that includes layoffs, employee furloughs, and reductions to public services as the City of San Diego confronts a projected $146 million…
Sgt. Varooj Karibyan of the Glendale Police Department leads a workshop on scam prevention. GLENDALE, Calif. — The Filipino American Business Association of Glendale and Greater Los Angeles County (FABAG-GLAC), in…
Cerritos Mayor Lynda Johnson, the first Filipina mayor of Cerritos, poses in front of the official stage backdrop with supporters and sponsors of the event. CERRITOS, Calif. — The Largest…
LOS ANGELES, CA — A vibrant celebration of Filipino American history and culture took place on April 4, 2026, from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 153 Glendale Blvd., Los…
Official artwork for Maybe It’s Just the Rain, a short documentary directed by Reina Bonta. Short documentary, now available on the Los Angeles Times platform, links the Philippines’ 2023 World…
