How the Social Security Fairness Act Could Boost Your Benefits
You could be one of millions of people who may see their monthly Social Security payments increase by up to $1,190, depending on your situation, thanks to the Social Security…
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Mark Pulido’s Ongoing Bid for Cerritos City Council: A Legacy of Leadership and Community Engagement
CERRITOS, CA — As the 2025 Cerritos City Council elections approach, Mark Pulido’s campaign continues to gain momentum, fueled by his decades of experience in public service and his longstanding commitment…
Illegal Border Crossings Drop to Historic Lows Amid Trump Administration’s Crackdown
The significant decline in illegal border crossings reflects the impact of stricter immigration policies, including enhanced border security, military reinforcements, and deportation efforts. In February 2025, U.S. Customs and Border…
Women’s History Month: Honoring the Resilience and Legacy of Women Across Generations
The theme for Women’s History Month 2025, “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories,” highlights the powerful role women have played in shaping narratives throughout history. From authors and journalists to…
Lea Salonga Takes Center Stage in Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends at Ahmanson Theatre
Celebrate the life and work of the great Stephen Sondheim, with an irresistible company headlined by none other than Tony Award® winners Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga. Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends comes…
Protecting Our Community: National ‘Slam the Scam’ Day on March 6, 2025
#SlamTheScam 2025 National “Slam the Scam” Day is designated by Social Security’s Office of the Inspector General to raise awareness of government imposter scams, which continue to spread across the…
Mardi Gras: A Celebration of Fun, Food, and Tradition
Masks symbolize freedom and anonymity, allowing revelers to embrace the festivities, while beads, often in purple (justice), green (faith), and gold (power), also have religious significance, representing virtues tied to…
Trump Signs Executive Order Declaring English as Official U.S. Language
President Donald Trump signed a historic executive order declaring English as the official language of the United States, marking a significant policy shift in the nation’s history. This order directs…
Trump Froze Out Project 2025 in His Campaign. Now Its Blueprint Is His Health Care Playbook
Stephanie Armour February 24, 2025 Few voters likely expected President Donald Trump in the first weeks of his administration to slash billions of dollars from the nation’s premier federal cancer…
LA Launches National Park Equity Model
By Selen Ozturk As the national park ranking of Los Angeles plunges year after year, access to green space is at the heart of the problem. A 2024 Trust for…
Los Angeles County Has Cut Homelessness, but Wildfires Threaten To Erase That Gain
By Angela Hart February 26, 2025 ALTADENA, Calif. — As flames engulfed a nearby canyon, dozens of residents in a sober-living home fled to an unoccupied building about 30 miles…
Health Clinic Workers Brush Up on Constitutional Protections as Immigration Raids Loom
By Jackie Fortiér February 26, 2025 The lobby at this St. John’s Community Health clinic in South Los Angeles bustles with patients. But community health worker Ana Ruth Varela is…
Success story: Comatose mother’s petition reinstated in a brand-new episode of Citizen Pinoy this Sunday
U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel takes on one of the most challenging cases in the show’s 19-year history. Judy was petitioned by her father in 1993, but a series…
LA Fire Chief Appeals Dismissal: City Council to Decide Fate Amid Public Safety Debate
Kristin Crowley served as the 19th Chief of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) from March 25, 2022, to February 21, 2025. She was the first woman and the first…
Egg Prices Soar: How Filipino Families and Businesses Are Coping with the Surge
Filipino desserts heavily rely on eggs as a key ingredient. The egg shortage significantly impact the cost of these beloved treats. LOS ANGELES, CA – The rising cost of eggs…
California K-12 students encouraged to get artistic about keeping California clean
Clean California program accepting multimedia art contest submissions until Mar. 24; Cash prizes awarded for winning entries SACRAMENTO — A statewide multimedia contest led by the Clean California program is…
Tulong sa Kawalan ng Trabaho Dahil sa Sakuna (DUA) magagamit na ngayon para sa mga manggagawa sa Los Angeles County na apektado ng mga sunog sa California at malakas na hangin
Photo provided by EDD SACRAMENTO – Ang mga manggagawa sa County ng Los Angeles na naapektuhan ng matinding sunog at hangin ay maaari na ngayong mag-aplay para sa federal Disaster…
Introducing promising filmmaker Carla Pulido Ocampo
Promising filmmaker Carla Pulido Ocampo of ‘Tokwifi’ and ‘Walang Rape sa Bontok’ fame. Photos compiled by Rogelio Medina CARLA Pulido Ocampo, daughter of indefatigable Leah Pulido Ocampo (executive director of…
Nevada Judiciary Expands Free Legal Resources with Self-Help Website
Nevada Judiciary Expands Free Legal Resources with Self-Help Website Enhanced legal self-help resources, including multilingual AI-powered support and step-by-step guides, assist self-represented litigants. Carson City, NV – The State of…
APPLY NOW | LA Region Small Business and Worker Relief Funds
To aid in the financial recovery of small businesses and displaced workers affected by the wildfires, the City of LA, in collaboration with LA County DEO, have launched the LA…
February 28 Economic Blackout: Understanding the Movement and Its Potential Impact
Consumers hold the power to shape the economy — the February 28 Economic Blackout seeks to highlight how collective action can challenge corporate influence and advocate for change. “Designed by…
Florida Panthers visit the White House
Florida Panthers hockey players with U.S. President Donald Trump and Vincent J. Viola (left, beside President Trump) in the White House. Photos collated by Rogelio C. Medina HOCKEY is a…
Inside the DOGE Revolution: Trump and Musk Push to Streamline Government
The Doge Office at The Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington DC https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/ A Radical Approach to Bureaucracy? In a bold move to overhaul federal operations, President Donald Trump launched…
MedNews capsules
A SMALL study about “Post COVID Vaccination Syndrome (PCVS),” a very rare condition following vaccination that causes some neurologic symptoms, has recently hit the news media. The gullible and anti-vax…
On Medicare, Medicare Advantage plan, LIHEAP program
THE two important Medicare enrollment period will end on Mach 31, 2025. Additionally, be sure not to miss the application open period for home energy assistance. <Q1> I realized that…
How to successfully sell your property in the Philippines
SELLING a property in the Philippines can be a rewarding yet challenging process, especially if you’re looking for the best value and a seamless transaction. Whether you’re based locally or…
Changes to U.S. Social Security in 2025: What Retirees Need to Know
Changes to U.S. Social Security in 2025: What Retirees Need to Know As of 2025, the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) has introduced significant changes affecting retirees both in the…
Beware of Fake Toll Collection Scams: How to Protect Yourself
Consumers Targeted by Fraudulent Texts Claiming Unpaid Tolls In recent months, scammers have been targeting motorists with fraudulent text messages claiming they owe unpaid tolls. These deceptive messages, designed to…
The Man Who Could Be Pope: Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle and the Future of the Catholic Church
As the health of Pope Francis remains a critical concern, attention in the Catholic world is shifting toward the future leadership of the Church. With the pontiff grappling with ongoing…
76TH PAL INTERCLUB MEN’S DIVISION (REGULAR) AWARDS NIGHT
Members of the Eastridge-Primehomes team receive the Men’s Championship division trophy from PAL Director David Ong (fifth from left) and PAL OIC Executive Vice President – General Counsel Atty. Carlos…