County leaders report progress fighting wage theft
LOCAL workers who fall victim to wage theft now have a better chance of getting the pay that is due them. County and state leaders reported advances on addressing wage…
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Mayor Todd Gloria appoints next Chief of Police
SAN DIEGO – Following an extensive national search and interview process that included vetting by community and law enforcement leaders, Mayor Todd Gloria announced on Friday, March 22 that he…
SD Poet Laureate announces new project: San Diego Poetry Futures 2024
SAN DIEGO – As a literary arts ambassador for San Diego, Poet Laureate Jason Magabo Perez will launch a signature project called San Diego Poetry Futures 2024 (SDPF24) this spring….
[COLUMN] Latest on COVID
VARIOUS clinical studies around the world regarding the COVID-19 pandemic reveal the following, among others: (1) “Even for people in the highest-risk demographic for mRNA COVID-19 vaccine-associated myocarditis, receiving the…
[COLUMN] Sooner or later, you need to face your IRS tax problems
QUESTION: I owe a lot in back taxes. I’m constantly getting threatening letters from the IRS. This has become a big problem that I have no idea how to solve….
State Treasurer Fiona Ma announces $100M milestone for home energy financing program
GoGreen Home enables affordable financing for energy efficiency upgrades SACRAMENTO – State Treasurer Fiona Ma on Monday, March 25 announced that the GoGreen Home Energy Financing Program (GoGreen Home) has financed more…
Atty. Gurfinkel answers immigration questions from Kapamilya at Gerry’s Grill in Houston, Texas on Citizen Pinoy
LEADING U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel and the Citizen Pinoy team were at Gerry’s Grill in Houston, Texas to celebrate the sixth anniversary of the branch. Gerry’s has become…
ConGen Ferrer explores opportunities for partnership with Fremont Mayor Mei
FREMONT CITY – In his first official visit to this East Bay city, Philippine Consul General in San Francisco Neil Frank Ferrer met with Fremont Mayor Lily Mei at the…
Northside transportation improvement projects meeting slated for April 8
Join the City of Santa Clara in-person or virtually at a community meeting for the Northside Transportation Improvement Projects to discuss the upcoming construction activities for the Great America Pkwy./Mission College Blvd. Intersection…
Filipino food and culture showcased at Golden State Warriors’ first Filipino Heritage Night of 2024
SAN FRANCISCO – Dubnation and basketball fans in the San Francisco Bay Area were treated to a night of Filipino culture and food in the 18th Filipino Heritage Night of the…
Manilatown Arts presents Club Mandalay on April 6
JOIN the Manilatown Arts for an afternoon of non-stop fun at Club Mandalay! Get ready to smile, dance and enjoy an unforgettable experience at the International Hotel Manilatown Center. This in-person…
FACCGLA celebrates trailblazing success at sold-out M.E.T. Gala
The Filipino American Chamber of Commerce Greater Los Angeles (FACCGLA) successfully hosted its Modern Entrepreneurs and Trailblazers (M.E.T.) Gala at Cicada Restaurant and Lounge, marking a significant event for the…
[COLUMN] Get out of debt now safely and legally
ARE you sick and tired of being in debt and having bad credit? Do you want to start over but simply don’t know where to begin? Is filing bankruptcy an…
[COLUMN] Dealing with assets omitted in a divorce case
YOU and your spouse may have gone through a lengthy and contentious divorce proceeding. This is usually the most difficult period of a person’s life. Finally, time heals all pain. …
What’s new this tax season?
As Tax Day approaches, 2024 brings new ways to file online for free, get more help and claim refunds. Preparing for tax season By the time tax season closes on…
ABS-CBN Studios, TFC bring “ASAP Natin ‘To California” to Toyota Arena in Ontario on August 3 to celebrate TFC’s 30th anniversary
Watch: https://mytfc.com/asapincalifornia ONTARIO, California, March 25, 2024 – The Filipino Channel (TFC) – the flagship multimedia brand of ABS-CBN Global’s group of companies – marks its 30th year in 2024 with a wealth of meaningful…
BEAUTYCON 2024: THE BIGGEST BEAUTY EVENT OF THE YEAR!
Beauty enthusiasts and industry insiders alike are still buzzing with excitement following the culmination of Beautycon 2024: Journey Into Beauty, held from March 20-23, 2024, at the SMX Manila Halls…
PH Consulate General in LA launches 2024 VIP Tour
LOS ANGELES – The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles launched the 2024 Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour on February 1, 2024 before an audience composed of members of the…
SMC starts works on Pangasinan tollway
MANILA, Philippines — Food-to-infrastructure conglomerate San Miguel Corp. (SMC) has started the civil works for the Pangasinan Link Expressway (PLEX), laying the bedrock for a P34-billion project that would improve…
Luxury Lenten Retreats: I’M Hotel Offers Serene Holy Week Packages in Makati
I’M Hotel, a renowned 5-star hotel in Makati, proudly unveils its exclusive Lenten Packages tailored for a serene and meaningful Holy Week experience within the city. From tranquil staycation deals…
[COLUMN] Hosanna to our King!
Friends, we’ve journeyed through Lent, and now we are approaching Holy Week. I hope that your Lenten journey has uplifted and inspired you to draw closer to God and that…
[COLUMN] Filing bankruptcy again? What you need to know
IF you’ve ever had to file bankruptcy in the past for whatever reason, you probably told yourself that hopefully, you never have to do it again ever. But sometimes you…
[COLUMN] Dealing with assets omitted in a divorce case
YOU and your spouse may have gone through a lengthy and contentious divorce proceeding. This is usually the most difficult period of a person’s life. Finally, time heals all pain. …
Fil-Am artists present diverse perspectives on Filipino culture
The Forest Lawn Museum exhibit showcases Filipino heritage and its influence on California’s cultural tapestry GLENDALE — Seven Filipino American contemporary artists are set to showcase Philippine heritage and its…
Move to protect CA’s indoor workers from heat upended by cost questions
SACRAMENTO — Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration unexpectedly yanked its support from a sweeping proposal that would have protected millions of California’s indoor workers from dangerous heat, saying it can’t endorse…
Looking at California’s hate reporting hotline one year in
One year after the multilingual CA vs Hate reporting hotline was launched, how has it answered hate? At a Friday, March 15 Ethnic Media Services briefing, CA vs Hate staff,…
Making the most of America Saves Week 2024
America Saves Week, which runs from April 8 to 12 this year, is an excellent opportunity for organizations to promote good financial habits and for people to assess their own…
Stay healthy and independent with the Senior Nutrition Program
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Are you eligible for Social Security retirement benefits or already receiving them? Did you know that you can also receive…
NaFFAA-Nevada celebrates Women’s History Month by honoring exceptional Filipino American women
LAS VEGAS – NaFFAA-NV (National Federation of Filipino American Associations—Nevada) is gearing up to celebrate Women’s History Month by recognizing the outstanding achievements and contributions of Filipino American women in…
City of San Diego seeks public input on plans to locate jobs and homes near transit, parks and services
SAN DIEGO – Recently, the City of San Diego released the second draft of Blueprint SD, which helps guide where more new homes and jobs near transit, parks and services…