[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…
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[COLUMN] Is it time to update your California revocable trust?
IT is a good idea to review your existing revocable trust if the terms and provisions are still current. A revocable living trust is a cornerstone of a comprehensive estate…
[COLUMN] Junk fees are illegal in California
A lot of attention has been focused on so-called “junk fees,” hidden fees that often take consumers by surprise in the final stages of a transaction. A new law from…
[COLUMN] On following the footsteps of the three Magi
I couldn’t help but think and be grateful for the abundant grace that was bestowed upon our parish during our Advent and Christmas liturgies last week. It was a remarkable…
[COLUMN] Glitter & Gold party caps 2023 at Euphoria West Covina
By Mic Diaz GLITTER & Gold brought some of the best Pinoy DJs in town — DJ Ting Maligaya, Dee Buen, George Garcia and DJ Mouth (Arvin Aberilla)…
[COLUMN] Jennifer Punsalan Delwood: Journey to LA City Hall marked by grit, glow and grace
“I feel that she [Jennifer Punsalan Delwood] fully embodies the best of our people’s values and demonstrates that with her calm, thoughtful leadership style that enables her to be inclusive…
TRADE, TECHNOLOGY, INNOVATION AND INVESTMENT FORUM
A forum featuring Philippine officials tool place at Kumu LA Studios on Friday, January 5, part of the 2024 CES Business Mission. Photo above shows speakers at the forum (from…
California is poised to protect workers from extreme heat — indoors
by Samantha Young KFF Health News 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…
Older Americans say they feel trapped in Medicare Advantage plans
In 2016, Richard Timmins went to a free informational seminar to learn more about Medicare coverage. “I listened to the insurance agent and, basically, he really promoted Medicare Advantage,” Timmins…
Culinary Union celebrates historic union for 7K hospitality workers in Nevada
Las Vegas – Culinary Union was proud to mark the historic and hard-fought union contracts won for over 40,000 hospitality workers in Las Vegas by hosting a celebration with Vice-President…
How providing race and ethnicity data helps all customers
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada We are continuously working to better understand how Social Security’s programs serve the public. Collecting race and ethnicity data for…
[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…
Top stories from the San Diego County News Center in 2023
IT was a busy news year in San Diego County in 2023. The most widely read and viewed County News Center stories and topics showed the wide range of things…
City of San Diego begins installation of new pure water pipeline at Miramar Reservoir
Project is part of program that will provide half of city’s drinking water by 2035 SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is preparing to install a new underwater…
MIFF unveils official poster; Stars, filmmakers invited to come from Manila
THE inaugural Manila International Film Festival (MIFF) unveiled its official poster honoring Hilda Koronel, the festival’s Monty Manibog Lifetime Achievement Awardee (named after the late outstanding Filipino American leader), and…
SDPL kicks off new year with winter reading challenge
Readers of all ages can earn prizes during month-long reading program SAN DIEGO – Make a resolution to read in 2024 and join the annual Winter Reading Challenge at the…
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…
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…