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…
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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…
Historic Filipino American Friendship Monument celebrates its one year anniversary
Members and friends of the Filipino American Business Association of Glendale (FABAG-GLAC) gathered to celebrate the One Year Anniversary of the Historic “FILIPINO AMERICAN FRIENDSHIP MONUMENT”, a community-based and supported…
LA County residents advised to take precautions amid new COVID strain
WITH the first cases of the newest Omicron strain confirmed in Los Angeles County, residents are being asked to be aware of possible new COVID-19 symptoms and take precautions. The…
County keeps child safety paramount during child abuse awareness month
A COLORFUL pinwheel garden served as the backdrop on Wednesday, April 26 for a Child Abuse Awareness press conference at the County Administration Center downtown. Chairwoman Nora Vargas, County Child…
Need to safely dispose of old tax files?
City of San Diego residents can have paperwork securely shredded and recycled for free SAN DIEGO – Just finished filing your latest tax return and wondering how to safely dispose…
Building a county budget for all – A step-by-step process
IF it’s spring, then it’s high budget season at the county. Preparations are in full swing for a May 4 release to the public. Staff began preparing the new two-year…
Be ready for local disasters with SD Emergency App equipped with ShakeAlert earthquake early warning system
DID you get an earthquake early warning alert on your smartphone for an earthquake near Palomar Observatory seconds after 6:16 p.m. on March 31? The quake shook parts of San…
City of San Diego develops new hazard dashboard to track environmental threats
Online tool intended to provide real-time weather and situational data for daily awareness and during emergency conditions SAN DIEGO – To help San Diegans understand and better prepare for environmental…
City of San Diego hosts Earth Month and Arbor Day events
Activities are open to everyone and available for volunteer opportunities SAN DIEGO – The month of April is Earth Month and the City of San Diego has upcoming events and…
Mobile Probation Centers will enhance services for community
THE state awarded San Diego County Probation a $1.2 million grant to establish two Mobile Probation Service Centers that will help its clients and the community access services conveniently. The…
Millions available to support housing projects in San Diego County
CONTINUING its efforts to expand the supply of affordable housing, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors has made $25 million available for affordable housing developments. In addition to these…
Senate Minority Leader Brian Jones’ bipartisan measure to prevent sexually violent predators from being dumped in unsuspecting communities stalled in Senate Committee
SACRAMENTO – Bipartisan legislation by Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego), Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil (D-Jackson), Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield), Assembly Republican Leader James Gallagher (R-Yuba City), and Assemblymember…
City of San Diego launches annual stormwater maintenance survey
SAN DIEGO – In the continuing effort to maintain an aging storm drain system, the City of San Diego is launching its annual Stormwater Maintenance Prioritization Public Survey, seeking input…
San Diego Public Library now open on Sundays
14 library locations add Sunday hours, offering more access to library services SAN DIEGO – In an effort to provide access to in-person library services every day of the week,…
San Diego County Board of Supervisors approve anti-tobacco grant funding
STRENGTHENING efforts to prevent youth smoking, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, April 4 approved the acceptance of more than $1.6 million in funding from the California…
Mayor, City Council make Juneteenth a paid holiday for city employees
Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery, will be a paid holiday for San Diego city employees starting this year SAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria and the City Council…
Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce launches Asian Pacific Islander (API) business council
Togetherness is an important part of what makes the Filipino community continue to thrive. This can be seen in connections with each other, through family and friends, or even in…
San Diego launches life science industry pilot program
Goal is to speed up building permit process for new and existing biotech projects SAN DIEGO – With the goal of making resources and information available to industry leaders and…
Be a ‘fool fur love’ for a hopeful shelter animal
IF you spend any time with the ridiculously sweet animals at the County’s animal shelters, you might just be a “Fool Fur Love” and give one or even two a…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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,…
