New county report to address inequity in the region
JOBS and finances, food systems, health, and housing – data shows these areas have some of the largest equity gaps in the San Diego region. The Office of Equity and…
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City Of San Diego seeking buyer to turn downtown building into 100% affordable rental homes
Interested parties have until May 1 to submit their proposals SAN DIEGO – In an effort to create much-needed affordable homes, the City of San Diego is looking for an…
Rare historic document unveiled: 1899 declaration of Philippine independence from the US
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a poignant ceremony marking the convergence of two nations’ histories, the General Douglas MacArthur Memorial Museum unveiled an original document declaring the independence of the Philippines from…
County Supervisors approve gun violence reduction work plan
THE County Board of Supervisors approved a work plan to reduce gun violence activities in San Diego County. The Board voted to receive the Gun Violence Reduction Work Plan, using…
146 ballot drop boxes open for March presidential primary election
STARTING Tuesday, Feb. 6, registered voters can return their mail ballot for the March Presidential Primary Election to any one of 146 official ballot drop boxes located around the county. Mail ballots for the…
‘Love the Philippines Campaign’ takes flight with spectacular drone show over the San Francisco Bay
SAN FRANCISCO – In a dazzling display of cutting-edge technology and Filipino pride, the Philippine Department of Tourism (PDOT) featured a drone show against the picturesque backdrop of the San…
Sky River Casino celebrates Lunar New Year with $300,000 Year of Dragon giveaway and red envelope table game hot seats this February
SKY River Casino is excited to celebrate the Lunar New Year with big prizes for Sky River Rewards members. We wish everyone good luck and a prosperous Year of the…
CA State Parks invites public to celebrate Chinese New Year at Weaverville Joss House State Historic Park
Festivities will be held on Saturday, February 17, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. WEAVERVILLE — History will come alive when a traditional Chinese lion dance will be presented at the Weaverville Joss…
PH Consulate General in SF renders nearly 50,000 services in 2023, among the highest globally
SAN FRANCISCO – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco rendered nearly 50,000 consular and overseas voting registration services in 2023, delivering one of the highest volumes globally among Philippine…
Year of the Dragon promotions, events taking place at Graton Resort & Casino this February
Visit Graton Resort & Casino for Lunar New Year lion dance performances, gaming promotions and giveaways, brand new restaurant Bistro 101, and San Francisco Chinese New Year Festival & Parade…
[COLUMN] Aspirin: Safe?
MY column titled “Aspirin, the Wonder Drug” came out in 2002 when this common household item was on the spotlight for its new role in staving off heart attack, medically…
Success story: Aged-out daughter obtains immigrant visa through CSPA, on Citizen Pinoy this Sunday
MARIVIC, a U.S. citizen, filed a petition for her daughter, Alyssa, in May 2019. However, in January 2021, after filing all paperwork and fees, Marivic was notified by the U.S….
Announcing: The arrival of the Poon Nazareno (Black Nazarene) to Orange County!
A replica of the Poon Nazareno (Black Nazarene) enshrined in Quiapo Church in Manila, Philippines, is scheduled to arrive in Orange County sometime this month of February 2024. This is…
[COLUMN] Navigating the child custody move away process in California
The high cost of living in California and over regulation has made a lot of parents evaluate whether to move out of state. The most common states that people move…
[COLUMN] Bankruptcy: When life doesn’t go as planned
Life happens. Sometimes even the best laid plans can go wrong. How do you respond when this happens to you? Do you easily give up when you’re overwhelmed? Remaining calm…
Is housing health care? State Medicaid programs increasingly say ‘yes’
States are plowing billions of dollars into a high-stakes health care experiment that’s exploding around the country: using scarce public health insurance money to provide housing for the poorest and…
Will the Senate pass expanded Child Tax Credit to help 19 million low-income children?
The Senate is contemplating a $78 billion expanded version of the Federal Child Tax Credit, which could provide some economic stability to an estimated 19 million low-income children. The House…
[COLUMN] Navigating the child custody move away process in California
The high cost of living in California and over regulation has made a lot of parents evaluate whether to move out of state. The most common states that people move…
[COLUMN] The blessings of Catholic education
There’s an old story about a priest celebrating his 50th Anniversary of Ordination. For this occasion, he had invited his personal friend, Richard, to come and recite his favorite Psalm,…
In immigration debate, a ‘fight over who gets to be an American’
by Peter White Ethnic Media Services As more people cross the border, anti-immigrant stances are inflaming U.S. politics, with few long-term proposals more comprehensive than closing the border. At a…
USCIS to raise naturalization fees
Becoming a U.S. citizen is about to get more expensive, reports the Spanish-language outlet La Opinión, with USCIS announcing a 5 percent increase in fees for processing naturalization applications. The…
LA County begins sending vote by mail ballots for the 2024 presidential primary election
Becoming a U.S. citizen is about to get more expensive, reports the Spanish-language outlet La Opinión, with USCIS announcing a 5 percent increase in fees for processing naturalization applications. The…
[COLUMN] Anatomy of a medical mission
MEDICAL missions to various remote towns in the Philippines are now a regular ritual for many patriotic Filipino American organizations in the United States. Desirous of helping their underprivileged fellowmen…
Do you need a new or replacement Social Security card? We’re making it easier
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada If you need a new or replacement Social Security card, we’ve got great news! You may be able to complete,…
Top Filipino chefs host dinner collaboration in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS – Istorya, a Las Vegas-based Filipino pop-up restaurant, is excited to announce a dinner collaboration that brings together the top Filipino chefs across the country. Isang Kusina, or…
Board of Supervisors approve new help for flood survivors
COUNTY supervisors took new actions on Tuesday, January 30 to help people in communities flooded by last week’s torrential rains, starting with protecting them from unfair evictions and shifting $10…
Tips to stay safe while cleaning up after a flood
IF your home or business was flooded during the Jan. 22 storm, it is important to keep yourself and your family safe when cleaning up. Before attempting to clean up…
Tips to stay safe in heavy rains, flooding
WITH hundreds of San Diegans already dealing with flood recovery and more rain predicted in the future, everyone is encouraged to follow important safety and preparedness tips to deal with…
City of San Diego to offer emergency grant funds for storm-impacted small businesses and nonprofits
Grants of up to $5,000 will help neighborhood businesses get back on their feet SAN DIEGO – In an effort to support local businesses impacted by the recent record storm,…
[COLUMN] When the IRS files a federal tax lien
A NOTICE of Federal Tax Lien (NFTL) is a public record filed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) with the County Recorder where you live. When the IRS wants to…