City of San Diego hourly minimum wage will increase to $16.85 effective Jan. 1, 2024
Increase applies to all employees who work within San Diego city limits SAN DIEGO – Many San Diegans will see an increase in their pay when the city’s minimum wage…
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Diokno encourages Fil-Ams to donate to foundation for heroes, martyrs
HUMAN rights advocate, educator, lawyer and former Philippine Senate senatorial candidate Atty. Jose Manuel Tadeo “Chel” Diokno visited the Bay Area in the last quarter of 2023 to touch base…
PCGSF recognized in the 2023 Startup Ecosystem Stars (SES) awards
PARIS – The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco was one of the government entities recognized for its support for the development of the startup ecosystem in the inaugural awards called Startup Ecosystem…
New year, new weight loss scams
SCAMMERS follow the headlines — and the seasons. As the new year rolls around, we’re sure to hear lots of “new year, new you” advertising around health and fitness products….
New year, new luck: Graton Resort & Casino has many promotions and events in January!
ROHNERT PARK – Come to Graton Resort & Casino in this New Year for luxury and entertainment… everything you could expect! On Monday, January 15, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.,…
Tragic event leads to a sweet and successful ending on Citizen Pinoy this Sunday
DOLORES was petitioned by her U.S. citizen mother in 2003 as a married child under the F3 classification. After 18 long years, the National Visa Center (NVC) notified them…
California is poised to protect workers from extreme heat — indoors
The stifling heat inside some warehouses where workers might spend 10-hour days isn’t just a summer problem. In Southern California, it can feel like summer all year. It’s easy to…
[COLUMN] Tax problems? Don’t let the IRS ruin your life!
IS the government after you for unpaid IRS taxes that you cannot afford to pay? Do you get sick to your stomach not knowing what the government will do next to…
[COLUMN] On processed foods and cancer
DID you know how many hotdogs are consumed each day in the United States alone? Roughly 633 hotdogs are eaten by Americans per second, or 37, 980 every minute, almost…
IPSC shooting: Today’s one of the most exciting shooting sports
Practical shooting, also called dynamic shooting or action shooting, is a type of shooting sports where players attempt to combine the three principles of power, speed, and accuracy by using…
MegaMix Expo 2024: The San Gabriel Valley’s Biggest B2B event yet unites 27 top chambers of commerce and business associations
Arcadia – On February 8th, 2024, the highly anticipated MegaMix Business Expo will launch, promising to be the San Gabriel Valley region’s largest B2B event yet. This groundbreaking expo is made…
[COLUMN] Divorce mediation as an option prior to pursuing litigation
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…
[COLUMN] Tax problems? Don’t let The IRS ruin your life!
IS the government after you for unpaid IRS taxes that you cannot afford to pay? Do you get sick to your stomach not knowing what the government will do next…
MMZ Law: Your legacy protected
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…
Cancer patients face frightening delays in treatment approvals
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…
States expand health coverage for immigrants as GOP hits Biden over border crossings
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…
[COLUMN] Wage increases and new laws benefitting employees for 2024
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…
[COLUMN] Divorce mediation as an option prior to pursuing litigation
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…
[COLUMN] On being a prayerful family and community
“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…
COVID, respiratory viruses on the rise in Los Angeles County
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…
Mental health courts can struggle to fulfill decades-old promise
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…
Social Security and scam awareness
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…
City of San Diego kicks off 50th Annual Christmas Tree Recycling Program
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….
[COLUMN] Damage control
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…
Mayor Gloria Unanimously Confirmed by U.S. Senate to Serve on Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation Board
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…
City Clears East Village Encampments, Moves Residents Off Street into Housing and Shelter
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…
Jo Koy to host 81st Golden Globes
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…
Commissioner Lara acts to protect Californians’ access to auto insurance
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…
PH CONSULATE JOINS PASIGUEÑANS OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA FOR IMMACULATE CONCEPTION FEAST DAY
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…
Supporting access to healthy foods and resilient food systems
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…