FOR the Filipino community, family is one of the most important things. The generations past, present, and future are what marks the legacy of every Filipino, whether they are here in the US or in the Philippines. MMZ Law is a law firm that protects these legacies and seeks to help those in need, especially…
by Lauren Sausser KFF Health News Marine Corps veteran Ron Winters clearly recalls his doctor’s sobering assessment of his bladder cancer diagnosis in August 2022. “This is bad,” the 66-year-old Durant, Oklahoma, resident remembered his urologist saying. Winters braced for the fight of his life. Little did he anticipate, however, that he wouldn’t be waging…
A growing number of states are opening taxpayer-funded health insurance programs to immigrants, including those living in the U.S. without authorization, even as Republicans assail President Joe Biden over a dramatic increase in illegal crossings of the southern border. Eleven states and Washington, D.C., together provide full health insurance coverage to more than 1 million…
THIS coming year offers new legislation that are beneficial to working men and women in California. Minimum wage increase Effective January 1, 2024, the minimum wage in California will increase to $16 per hour applicable to all employers in the state. It should be noted, however, that cities and counties across California have their own…
IF the divorcing parties are both reasonable in their expectations in resolving their family law case and if they don’t think involving lawyers in their divorce case early on would be an efficient and cost effective way of going about their divorce process, then perhaps mediation is the way to go. It can be a more…
“MY eyes have seen the salvation of the Lord.” These were Simeon’s words in this Sunday’s (December 31) Gospel, upon seeing the Christ-Child in Mary’s arms as he was presented to the temple. On this Feast Day of the Holy Family and the start of the New Year, this is my prayer for all of…
Over the past week in Los Angeles County, the Department of Public Health has marked increases in COVID-19 reported cases, hospitalizations and deaths. While recent increases are significant, they remain considerably below last winter’s peak and common-sense protections are strongly recommended to help curb transmission and severe illness as the new year begins. Since last…
by Sam Whitehead KFF Health News GAINESVILLE — In early December, Donald Brown stood nervously in the Hall County Courthouse, concerned he’d be sent back to jail. The 55-year-old struggles with depression, addiction, and suicidal thoughts. He worried a judge would terminate him from a special diversion program meant to keep people with mental illness…
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Social Security imposter scams continue to be widespread across the United States. Scammers use targeted, sophisticated tactics to deceive you into providing sensitive information or money. If you receive a suspicious letter, text, email, or call, do not respond. We want you to know how…
SAN DIEGO – On Tuesday, Dec. 26, City Council President Pro Tem Joe LaCava kicked off the City of San Diego’s 50th Annual Christmas Tree Recycling Program at the Miramar Greenery. Representatives from the city’s Environmental Services Department (ESD) provided details about the program, which features 16 locations around the City where residents can drop off their Christmas…
THE holidays may soon be behind us but their physical effects, among others, will linger a while. Medically speaking, it is actually a time for “damage control” for those of us who have over-indulged during the festivities. And I plead guilty to having succumbed to the temptation myself. The post-holiday “makeover” is just as a…
SAN DIEGO – The United States Senate on Thursday unanimously confirmed Mayor Todd Gloria to serve as a Trustee on The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation Board of Trustees. The Mayor was nominated by President Joseph R. Biden on July 11, 2023. “I am deeply grateful to President Biden for the appointment and to the…
SAN DIEGO – Mayor Todd Gloria announced that the City of San Diego has used state grant funding to address longstanding homeless encampments in a heavily impacted part of East Village. “Thanks to these additional resources provided by Governor Gavin Newsom and the state Legislature, we have been able to clear these unsafe and unsanitary…
MARK your calendars for January 7, 2024 as Filipino American stand-up comedian and actor Jo Koy is set to take center stage as the host of the highly anticipated 81st Golden Globe Awards. “I’m super excited to announce that the Golden Globes [is] in a couple of weeks. And you’re probably wondering who the host…
Consumer complaints lead to department investigations of possible insurance company violations LOS ANGELES — Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara on Thursday, December 21 took action to protect California drivers’ access to auto insurance by issuing a Bulletin to personal auto insurance companies throughout the state. The California Department of Insurance continues to receive numerous complaints from consumers who have…
Vice Consul Adrian Baccay of the Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco attended the Pasigueñans of Northern California’s 38th annual celebration of the Feast Day of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Patroness of Pasig City and of the Philippines, at the Joseph A. Fernekes Recreation Building in South San Francisco, California on December 3, 2023….
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday, December 22 highlighted support to expand access to fresh, healthy foods in underserved communities and boost the resilience of food and farm businesses throughout the state. CDFA on Friday announced $9 million in grants for 103 projects through the Healthy Refrigeration Grant Program, which helps address food deserts by funding energy-efficient refrigeration and…
The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco hosted a two-day outreach of the Philippine Social Security System (SSS) Representative Office in Los Angeles, held at the Philippine Center’s Kalayaan Hall on from November 30 to December 1. Consul General Neil Ferrer thanked SSS Representative Anna Lee de Leon, who is based in Los Angeles, for…
IN an earlier episode of Citizen Pinoy, leading U.S. Immigration Attorney helped Allen obtain her fiancée visa through U.S. citizen Wendel, who is now her husband. Since then, Allen has become a U.S. citizen herself, and she petitioned her parents. Nanay had no problem with her case. But Tatay Florentino encountered several obstacles when…
Amidst the celebration of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s 65th anniversary season, Filipina American choreographer Elizabeth Roxas-Dobrish, a former Ailey company member, introduces her captivating work, “Me, Myself and You.” Premiered on Dec. 7 and running until Dec. 31 at the New York City Center, the mesmerizing duet delves into themes of reminiscence, love,…
Hosting reunions over the Christmas season just got easier — and a whole lot tastier! When you’re creating your snack board, you have your usual bruschetta, chips and dips, nuts, olives, cheese, cold cuts, samosa, grapes and other finger foods. Now you can elevate your party appetizers with FairPrice’s range of Potato Chips and Nuts,…
WHAT is Christmas Disease? This name does not have nothing to do with the Christmas season. Christmas Disease is a blood disease, also known as Hemophilia B or factor IX hemophilia. It is a hereditary bleeding disorder due to deficiency in coagulation factor IX. This condition is X-linked recessive inheritance, affecting only males, and occurs…
SAN DIEGO – Leaders of several community-based organizations met with local ethnic media outlets here earlier this month to join forces in combating hate crimes and incidents in this region. “Community-based organizations are the right hand, and ethnic media outlets are the left hand. We must work together to confront hate,” said Ethnic Media Services…
by Lunna Lopes, Marley Presiado, and Liz Hamel KFF Health News For many years, KFF polling has found that the high cost of health care is a burden on U.S. families, and that health care costs factor into decisions about insurance coverage and care seeking. These costs rank as a top financial worry and health…
AS the year end comes near, divorcing parties begin to plan for how they will file their taxes for this year. Consider the common divorce scenario where the divorce judgment provides primary physical custody of the children to one spouse while the other spouse only gets visitation. The parties begin to file separate tax returns. …
This year which will soon bid us farewell has given me great lessons and priceless experiences both physically, emotionally and spiritually at this time of my life. It is filled with many occurrences , either imagined or planned, as well as events beyond one’s control, like death. Before thanksgiving my only living sister, Sor. Leticia…
AS the year end comes near, divorcing parties begin to plan for how they will file their taxes for this year. Consider the common divorce scenario where the divorce judgment provides primary physical custody of the children to one spouse while the other spouse only gets visitation. The parties begin to file separate tax returns. …
Q: I AM a marketing executive with decades of experience. I am very good at my job and was promoted almost 2 years ago to a director position at my company. About a year ago, I was diagnosed with a congenital heart condition that required I get a pacemaker. I told my boss about it…
WE are filled with joy as Christmas approaches. In just a few hours, we will be celebrating the Christmas liturgies: the Vigil Mass and Midnight Mass. Mary accompanies us in this joyful anticipation, as she is the ark of the covenant and the bearer of the long-promised Messiah from the lineage of David. Her spirit…
by Bernard J. Wolfson KFF Health News California’s safety-net health program, Medi-Cal, is on the cusp of major changes that could rectify long-standing problems and improve health care for the state’s low-income population. Starting Jan. 1, Medi-Cal, California’s Medicaid program, will implement new standardized contracts with its 22 managed care health plans, which collectively cover…
