High fat, low carb
THIS vital issue is trending. The intense desire to have a healthy body and maximal longevity is a universal dream more sought for than ever before. Besides daily physical exercise…
Category: Southern California
Covering the week’s most noteworthy news stories impacting the lives of the Filipino-American community in Southern California.
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San Diego first responders, community leaders honor FilAm police officer who was killed in car chase
THE San Diego community is mourning the loss of a Filipino American police officer who was killed last week while on high-speed pursuit. On Friday, Aug. 29, the San Diego…
Fashion Nova Acquires Premier Beverly Hills 90210 Office Campus for Revolutionary Global Headquarters
Modernist 175,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art building purchased by Fashion Nova Founder & CEO Richard Saghian from Tishman Speyer for $118 million The new Fashion Nova HQ to debut two groundbreaking concepts: Nova…
CCHC National Health Center Week Multicultural Health Fair and Children’s Appreciation Day on Aug 10
Comprehensive Community Health Centers (CCHC) in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross, L.A. Care Health Plan, Quest Diagnostics, Blue Shield of California and Health Net invites members of the multicultural community…
County awarded $12.4M to establish new recuperative beds
COUNTY Behavioral Health Services has been awarded $12.4 million in state funding for bridge housing. The funds will be used to create 49 new recuperative care beds for people who…
Poll workers needed for Presidential General Election
THE Registrar of Voters needs poll workers for the November Presidential General Election, especially those who are bilingual in any of ten specific languages. Federal law requires the Registrar’s office to…
Mayor Gloria secures city council approval of historic 25-year lease for WorldBeat Center
Agreement allows the cultural institution to continue offering programs, art exhibits, performances and more SAN DIEGO – In a historic move to secure the future of a cultural institution in…
We want to hear from you! City of San Diego seeks community input on trash and recycling services
Public meetings, questionnaires and focus groups will help the city identify resident prioritiesSAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego wants to hear from San Diegans who receive trash and…
Mayor Gloria secures city council approval of historic 25-year lease for WorldBeat Center
Agreement allows the cultural institution to continue offering programs, art exhibits, performances and more SAN DIEGO – In a historic move to secure the future of a cultural institution in…
FABAG hosts Fil-Am Friendship Day summer luau
GLENDALE, CA — On July 27, the Filipino American Business Association of Glendale (FABAG-GLAC) and Glendale YMCA co-hosted its fifth annual Fil-Am Friendship Day summer luau. Performances by the awesome…
Proposal to expand LA County Board of Supervisors could create special AAPI district
A proposal to expand the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has garnered support from Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) elected officials, who say that doing so could lead…
County offers reminders of summer safety tips for children
HOT temperatures continue as summer is in full swing in San Diego County and children are spending more time outside. “There are so many fun activities for children and families…
City Council unanimously confirms Robert Logan II as city’s next Fire-Rescue Chief
Logan, a 24-year veteran, will take over as Fire-Rescue Chief in August SAN DIEGO – On Monday, July 15, the city council unanimously confirmed Mayor Todd Gloria’s appointment of Deputy…
Applicants needed for Citizens’ Law Enforcement Review Board
THE County’s Citizens’ Law Enforcement Review Board is taking applications to fill an opening on its board. CLERB was established in 1990 to investigate citizen complaints against San Diego County Sheriff’s…
Mayor Gloria proposes first real, permanent city effort to address homelessness
City council to vote on negotiated lease for planned Hope @ Vine campus SAN DIEGO – As the latest and perhaps most significant, long-term step in the City of San…
Stay cool, have fun, explore summer at your library
SCHOOL’S out for summer and wait… the kids are bored already? Check out Summer at Your (County) Library. The County Library is offering a wide array of fun things to do….
San Diego Regional Cyber Lab supports local businesses with cyber security needs
Free online resource uses artificial intelligence technology to help public and private organizations SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego’s Cyber Lab now offers a new web-based resource that…
County drug disposal pilot program reaches milestone
THE county’s Drug Disposal Pilot Program has reached a milestone by distributing more than 1,200 drug deactivating pouches. The county teamed up with physicians, dentists, and pharmacists to provide the…
Fiesta Island named Best Dog Park by USA Today reader’s poll
Fiesta Island provides 90-acres of space for visitors to enjoy with their four-legged friends SAN DIEGO – San Diegans love their furry friends and on Wednesday, July 3 a City…
County adopts new budget
COUNTY Supervisors unanimously adopted a new $8.53 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25 during a board meeting on Tuesday, June 25. The budget took effect on Monday, July 1. The…
The heat is on, here’s how to protect yourself
SUMMER and even the fall months in San Diego County can bring extremely high temperatures that can be dangerous to people and pets. Excessive heat can spike body temperatures that…
Miramar Reservoir reopens for water recreation following Pure Water pipeline construction project
Boats, canoes, kayaks and float tubes will once again be allowed at the reservoir beginning July 6 SAN DIEGO – On-water activities will be available again at the City of…
Filing period to open for property tax assessment appeals
SAN Diego County residents and businesses who disagree with their property tax assessments for the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year may file an application to appeal their value between July 2 and…
Safeguard your home from wildfires
AS temperatures rise this summer, it’s important to consider safeguarding your property from wildfires. Wildfires are the biggest hazard in San Diego County and people should create 100 feet or…
Exercise safety first when hiking in the heat
THERE are hundreds of hiking trails available to San Diego County residents and visitors, but it can be dangerous, and even deadly, to not take the heat into consideration before…
County offices to close for Fourth of July holiday
IN observance of Independence Day, all San Diego County offices, family resource centers, libraries and animal shelters will be closed to the public Thursday, July 4. Law enforcement, emergency animal…
UST Medical Alumni Association of Southern CA hosts 30th anniversary
The UST Medical Alumni Association of Southern CA celebrated its 30th Anniversary last June 1, 2024 with a fabulous celebration which coincided with its 15th Biennial Inaugural Gala. Ball Chairman,…
70 countries compete in the 27th Annual World Championships of Performing Arts
Singers, dancers, actors, models, instrumentalists and variety artists will compete at the 27th Annual World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA) June 29 – July 6, 2024 in Long Beach, CA. …
County Library first in California to be certified sustainable
WITH 33 branches and more than 300 library staff, San Diego County Library has become the first in California to be designated a “Certified Sustainable Library” through the Sustainable Libraries…
City of San Diego celebrates milestone with Summer Civics Internship program kick off
More than 1,000 youth hired as interns through city’s Employ & Empower workforce training initiative SAN DIEGO – On Monday, June 17 the City of San Diego kicked off its…