[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…
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How fringe anti-science views infiltrated mainstream politics — and what it means in 2024
by Amy Maxmen KFF Health News Rates of routine childhood vaccination hit a 10-year low in 2023. That, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, puts about 250,000 kindergartners at…
[COLUMN] Leading US immigration attorney reflects on the immigration story of his parents on this Sunday’s Citizen Pinoy
ATTORNEY Michael J. Gurfinkel has solved many immigration problems and helped countless families be reunited. Unknown to many, this leading U.S. immigration attorney also has his own immigration story…
California mobilizes ahead of next round of storms, urges communities to prepare
SACRAMENTO – Working proactively to keep communities safe, California is mobilizing a whole-of-government response to a series of potentially dangerous incoming storms. On Tuesday evening, January 30, a series of storms was…
Mayor Breed announces $53M federal grant for SF homeless programs
SAN FRANCISCO – Mayor London N. Breed on Wednesday, January 31 announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded the city a $53.7 million grant to…
SF launches free tax preparation assistance programs, locations to help thousands of residents
SAN FRANCISCO — Mayor London N. Breed, Treasurer José Cisneros, and the San Francisco Human Services Agency (SFHSA) announced on Monday, January 29 that free assistance is available to help eligible…
AFP chief of staff calls on SF consul general
SAN FRANCISCO – Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff General Romeo Brawner, Jr. paid a courtesy call on Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer on January 25, 2024….
BUREAU OF THE TREASURY HOLDS FINANCIAL LITERACY SESSION, FEBRUARY 14
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco invites the Filipino communities under its jurisdiction to the Philippine Bureau of the Treasury’s online financial literacy session on Retail Treasury Bonds (RTB) on…
PH consulate general in SF holds 2024 planning session
SAN FRANCISCO – Philippine Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer convened the 2024 planning conference on January 11, 2024 with officers of the consulate and partner government agencies to coordinate…
Housing gaps are racial gaps, say Bay Area policymakers
As the Bay Area housing crisis deepens racial and wealth divides, how much is the system working as intended? With a two century history of race-based discrimination preventing many Bay…
[COLUMN] Is bankruptcy a good idea if you need to get out of debt?
INDIVIDUALS who have accumulated excessive debt are often left to ponder whether they should file bankruptcy to get out of debt. Sometimes, these people feel that somehow, they’ve lost, failed,…
[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. …
Manila International Film Festival jurors revealed, more stars confirmed
Who will win in the first MIFF Awards? AS the Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) starts Monday, January 29, the exciting first overseas edition of the long-running Metro Manila Film…
13 Fil-Am chefs named James Beard Awards semifinalists
Several Filipino American chefs are in the running for the 2024 James Beard Awards as the James Beard Foundation announced its Restaurant and Chef Awards semifinalists on Thursday, Jan. 25. The James…
Where are the nation’s primary care providers? It’s not an easy answer
Clinicians at Valley-Wide Health Systems never know who will appear at their clinic in San Luis, a town of about 600 people in southern Colorado. “If someone’s in labor, they’ll…
VALENTINE’S OFFERINGS 2024
Recognizing the importance of relaxation and cherishing time spent with close friends and family, I’M Hotel is pleased to present carefully designed packages for Love Month that will allow everyone—including…
Marcos launches plan for ‘new PH’
PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Sunday called on Filipinos to unite in the face of emerging global challenges and support the government’s efforts to bring about a “new Philippines.” Marcos…
[COLUMN] The devil’s attack on prayer
While spending a holy hour one morning last week, I felt a heavy sense of depression. I found myself questioning why I was feeling this way. Typically, during prayer, I…
Aberdeen School of Nursing opens, CMLA epic new year’s party
By: Mic Diaz ABERDEEN Institute School of Nursing officially opened its doors at its Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on Saturday, January 13 in Van Nuys. Led by its Anthony…
Social Security cards are safer at home
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Scams to steal your personal information are at an all-time high. That’s why it remains critical to safeguard important personal…
County board ratifies emergency proclamation
THE County Board of Supervisors unanimously ratified a countywide local emergency proclamation on Wednesday, January 24 for the Jan. 22 storm that left widespread damage across the region. The emergency…
Beware of price gouging and fraud in storm’s aftermath
SAN Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan is warning businesses and scammers not to take advantage of consumers by price gouging or other fraud schemes during a state of an emergency –…
City of San Diego deploys teams to assess damage and clean up areas impacted by storm
Residents encouraged to complete county survey online for potential disaster assistance SAN DIEGO – In response to a record amount of rain that hit the San Diego region on Monday,…
DOT chief: Sinulog allows tourists to immerse “in an experience that transcends the ordinary”
Cebu City—Sinulog sa Sugbo, dubbed as the country’s biggest festival, is more than just a crowd-attracting event, it also allows tourists to immerse themselves “in an experience that transcends the…
Halal Certification Achieved: The Farm at San Benito Commended by the Department of Tourism for Inclusivity
The Farm at San Benito proudly announces its recent attainment of Halal certification, marking a significant step towards becoming a globally recognized inclusive healing sanctuary. The Philippines’ Department of Tourism…
Frasco to lead PH delegation at the ASEAN Tourism Forum 2024 in Laos
Manila, Philippines — Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco will lead the Philippine tourism delegation at the 2024 ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) in Vientiane, Laos from January 24…
Philippines gears up to participate at ASEAN Tourism Forum 2024 in Lao PDR
The Tourism Promotions Board (TPB) Philippines and the Department of Tourism (DOT) are gearing up to present the Philippines’ rich and diverse tourism offerings at the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF)…
Filipino earth scientists attending AGU meeting call on Consul General Ferrer
SAN FRANCISCO – A group of Filipino scientists and science scholars attending the American Geophysical Union (AGU) Fall Meeting 2023 last December called on Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer…
The IRS doesn’t send tax refunds by email or text
GOT an email or text message about a tax refund? It’s a scam. IRS impersonators are at it again. This time, the scammers are sending messages about your “tax refund”…
Existing pop-ups extending leases as program ends to fill more downtown vacancies
SAN FRANCISCO – Mayor London N. Breed and Vacant to Vibrant partner SF New Deal on Thursday, January 18 celebrated the success of the city’s Vacant to Vibrant program, which includes…