Covering the week’s most noteworthy news stories impacting the lives of the Filipino-American community in San Diego County.
Enhanced street sweeping will help prevent pollution in waterways and protect local marine life SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is increasing street sweeping throughout Mission Beach alleyways this summer, in…
On-the-job certification training, paid benefits and potential pay increases aim to attract new hires SAN DIEGO – Are you passionate about safety and fun? Want to spend time at the…
THE County’s Sweetwater Lane Community Park Trash Capture project was recognized on May 11 as the American Public Works Association (APWA) San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter’s 2023 Project of the Year. This state-approved…
More than $830,000 ready to be claimed SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is urging anyone who did business with the city to check and see if they…
‘It starts with you’ slogan emphasizes the importance of safe buildings and infrastructure for all SAN DIEGO – On May 16, 2023, the San Diego City Council recognized May as Building Safety Month to remind San Diegans about the critical role…
Newly installed bollards help create a pedestrian promenade to promote accessibility, economic development in Gaslamp Quarter SAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria, Councilmember Stephen Whitburn, and downtown business leaders have…
YOUNG San Diegans are invited to help raise awareness about opioid overdoses and the dangers of counterfeit and illicit opioids using their video and art skills. The County’s current Scoop from…
Deal negotiated with city employees continues investment in workforce to enhance city services SAN DIEGO – Furthering his commitment to invest in the city’s workforce, fill vacancies, and enhance services to…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
