Philippine National Bank opens its new Los Angeles office
THE right place at the right time bodes good things for the right endeavor. PNB puts itself right smack dab in the heart of the Filipino American community. This is…
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Presidential contender Pete Buttigieg joins Garcetti to rally for LA’s Measure EE
Democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg was in Los Angeles on Thursday, May 9 to show support for the city’s Measure EE, which is a parcel tax on the June 4…
Garcetti launches LA’s Green New Deal, setting ambitious environmental goals
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti this week released the city’s Green New Deal, which creates a roadmap to confront the current issues revolving around climate change. Garcetti on Monday, April…
2020 presidential hopeful Beto O’Rourke talks unity, DACA protections at LA rally
Former Texas congressman, who made a big splash during the 2018 midterms, announced his bid for the presidency last month IT was an uncharacteristically cloudy day in Los Angeles when…
Fil-Am arrested on suspicion of planning a terrorist attack in LA area
Mark Steven Domingo of Reseda, Calif. faces federal charges in alleged plot meant to avenge the mass shootings at New Zealand mosques in March THE Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)…
Nearly 300 students and staff quarantined at two LA universities amidst measles outbreak
Los Angeles residents urged to be fully immunized against measles Hundreds of students and faculty at two Los Angeles universities have been quarantined after potentially being exposed to measles, according…
The homeless are dying in record numbers on the streets of LA
by Anna Gorman and Harriet Rowan A RECORD number of homeless people — 918 last year alone — are dying across Los Angeles County, on bus benches, hillsides, railroad tracks…
Plastic straws on request ordinance takes effect in LA
If you need a straw while dining in Los Angeles, you’ll need to ask for one, thanks to a new ordinance aimed at reducing single-use plastic waste. The ‘Plastic Straws…
LA Philippine Women’s Club welcomes Board of Public Works Commissioner Jessica Caloza
THE Los Angeles Philippine Women’s Club on Friday, April 12 hosted a meet and greet with Jessica Caloza, the new LA Board of Public Works Commissioner, who is the first…
Garcetti nominates Pinay to LA’s Dept. of Water and Power board of commissioners
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti on Tuesday, April 23 nominated a Filipina American public servant to join the city’s Board of Water and Power Commission. Susana Reyes, who has been…
Garcetti proposes LA’s 2020 budget with record reserves, investments in homelessness & infrastructure
City’s rating upgraded for strong fiscal management LOS ANGELES — Mayor Eric Garcetti unveiled on Wednesday, April 17, his $10.6 billion spending plan which strengthens the City’s finances and includes…
$20,000 reward offered in Arcadia homicide investigation
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a motion by Supervisor Kathryn Barger to offer a $20,000 reward for information leading to the apprehension and/or conviction of the suspect(s)…
LA County to review eliminating criminal justice fees
When a person is convicted of a crime, in addition to serving time in jail or prison, they often face fines, fees, and penalties. These fees are incurred at nearly…
LA Dept. of Transportation unveils new transit plan with expansion of DASH service
PUBLIC transit in Los Angeles just got a lot more accessible. The LA Department of Transportation (LADOT) unveiled its new service expansion this week that includes wider access and increased…
Fil-Am recruiters share benefits of joining US Army
In recent years, estimates have found that only 1 percent of young Americans are eligible to join military service. For the U.S. Army, there are about 33.4 million Americans between…
Filipina-American millennial confirmed to LA Board of Public Works
LOS ANGELES — A high-ranking Filipina American in City Hall is now a commissioner on the Board of Public Works. Jessica Caloza was confirmed to the position on Tuesday, March…
LAX breaks ground on $4.9 billion airport train
Largest contract in city history to create more than 2,000 construction jobs LOS ANGELES — Mayor Eric Garcetti on Thursday, March 14, broke ground on the Automated People Mover (APM),…
Fil-Am UC Irvine student confirmed to have died from alcohol poisoning
Student’s father suspects “fraternity hazing” to be the cause as investigation continues The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has confirmed alcohol poisoning to be the cause of death of a Fil-Am…
Filipina-American advocate showcases art at new City Hall exhibit for Women’s History Month
On International Women’s Day on Friday, March 8, the City of Los Angeles unveiled a new art exhibit at the LA City Hall featuring women-made artwork that tackles issues of…
Pope Francis names second Filipino bishop in US to serve LA
The Vatican named Monsignor Alejandro “Alex” Aclan the newest auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles on Tuesday, March 5, making him the second Filipino to ever be presented…
How Entrepinayship is creating a promising platform for Filipina entrepreneurs in LA — and globally
ON a Saturday morning in January, 92 Filipina women congregated at the backyard of a hillside home east of downtown Los Angeles for a half-day business and wellness retreat. They…
From plate to print: How a Fil-Am couple created a home for cookbooks and food conversations in LA
IT’S hard to believe that before 2017, the city of Los Angeles had gone eight years without a dedicated cookbook store after Cook’s Library on Third Street closed in 2009….
LA philanthropists Christine and Dr. Gabriel Chiu present Chinatown 90210
On Tuesday night, February 19, Chinatown took over Two Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, California, as lanterns, lion dances, dim sum carts, parasols, and red envelopes adorned the cobblestone walkway….
5 Fil-Ams killed in Delano, CA car crash
A FILIPINO-AMERICAN family of four and their friend were killed on Saturday night, February 16, in a deadly vehicle crash in Delano, California. The victims were 7-month-old infant Jarl Joseph…
Historic Filipinotown newcomer HiFi Kitchen features traditional and vegan rice bowls
WHETHER you’re vegan, have a shellfish allergy, want a quick rice bowl with ulam, or are unfamiliar with Filipino food, a new Filipino-American café in Historic Filipinotown seeks to satisfy…
Former Fil-Am MTV VJ and son experience racist rants during coffee run in LA
When former Filipina-American MTV personality and model Belinda Panelo went out for a regular coffee run with her son, she didn’t expect them to be the target of a racist…
Filipina hitmakers lead much-awaited concert on March 9
The “Grandmother of All Shows” goes onstage at the Aratani Theatre WHAT do you do when you are friends with legendary female icons of the Philippine Music Industry? Comedienne Fe…
Kalayaan Incorporated announces PH Sen. Risa Hontiveros as guest speaker for annual Independence Day gala
Festivities set for June 1 in LA LOS ANGELES – Kalayaan Incorporated invites the community to its celebration of the 121st Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence on Saturday,…
Garcetti nominates Fil-Am Jessica Caloza to LA Board of Public Works
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced on Friday, February 15 that he is nominating a high-ranking Filipina American in City Hall to fill the vacant Board of Public Works seat….
A globally focused education at Chatsworth Hills Academy
Applications open for 2019-20 school year CREATIVE thinkers. Active learners. Global citizens. These are a few ways to describe the students — and future leaders — at Chatsworth Hills Academy…