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Lea Salonga in Stephen Sondheim’s “Old Friends” at the Ahmanson Theatre. Photos by Matthew Murphy “The alchemy is extraordinary – everyone is learning from everyone.” — Cameron Mackintosh Being alive…
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Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against New York’s Immigrant Driver’s License Law
Pam Bondi is the current U.S. Attorney General. Prior to this role, she served as the Attorney General of Florida from 2011 to 2019. She is known for her staunch…
California Mandates In-Person Return for State Workers: A New Shift in Work Culture
Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a significant shift in California’s public sector workforce, requiring state employees to return to in-person work at least four days a week starting July 1,…
California Extends Financial Aid Deadline for College Students
By Selen Ozturk With Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) delays and plummeting applications, California is extending financial aid access for all students who need it. The California Student…
Let’s Eat LA: Celebrating Food, Culture, and Family During March National Nutrition Month
Celebrating National Nutrition Month: Metro Los Angeles and DPSS Promote Health and Community Connection This March, Los Angeles joins the nationwide celebration of National Nutrition Month, emphasizing the vital role…
ASIAN AMERICANS ADVANCING JUSTICE CONDEMNS PRESIDENT TRUMP’S EXECUTIVE ORDER RESCINDING LANGUAGE ACCESS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
Labeling English As The Official Language Of The US Is Racist And Poses Significant Risk To Public Safety And Health, Aims To Marginalize Our Communities, Setting Back The Progress In…
Financial considerations for multigenerational households
Sponsored by JPMorganChase For many families multigenerational living is a cherished aspect of home life. It can also be good for your family’s overall wellbeing. Research indicates there can…
‘Conclave’ Wins Best Adapted Screenplay at the Oscars but Falls Short of Best Picture
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Most anticipated Eraserheads documentary opens 2025 Manila International Film Festival
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How the Social Security Fairness Act Could Boost Your Benefits
You could be one of millions of people who may see their monthly Social Security payments increase by up to $1,190, depending on your situation, thanks to the Social Security…
Mark Pulido’s Ongoing Bid for Cerritos City Council: A Legacy of Leadership and Community Engagement
CERRITOS, CA — As the 2025 Cerritos City Council elections approach, Mark Pulido’s campaign continues to gain momentum, fueled by his decades of experience in public service and his longstanding commitment…
Illegal Border Crossings Drop to Historic Lows Amid Trump Administration’s Crackdown
The significant decline in illegal border crossings reflects the impact of stricter immigration policies, including enhanced border security, military reinforcements, and deportation efforts. In February 2025, U.S. Customs and Border…
Women’s History Month: Honoring the Resilience and Legacy of Women Across Generations
The theme for Women’s History Month 2025, “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories,” highlights the powerful role women have played in shaping narratives throughout history. From authors and journalists to…
Lea Salonga Takes Center Stage in Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends at Ahmanson Theatre
Celebrate the life and work of the great Stephen Sondheim, with an irresistible company headlined by none other than Tony Award® winners Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga. Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends comes…
Protecting Our Community: National ‘Slam the Scam’ Day on March 6, 2025
#SlamTheScam 2025 National “Slam the Scam” Day is designated by Social Security’s Office of the Inspector General to raise awareness of government imposter scams, which continue to spread across the…
Mardi Gras: A Celebration of Fun, Food, and Tradition
Masks symbolize freedom and anonymity, allowing revelers to embrace the festivities, while beads, often in purple (justice), green (faith), and gold (power), also have religious significance, representing virtues tied to…
Trump Signs Executive Order Declaring English as Official U.S. Language
President Donald Trump signed a historic executive order declaring English as the official language of the United States, marking a significant policy shift in the nation’s history. This order directs…
Trump Froze Out Project 2025 in His Campaign. Now Its Blueprint Is His Health Care Playbook
Stephanie Armour February 24, 2025 Few voters likely expected President Donald Trump in the first weeks of his administration to slash billions of dollars from the nation’s premier federal cancer…
LA Launches National Park Equity Model
By Selen Ozturk As the national park ranking of Los Angeles plunges year after year, access to green space is at the heart of the problem. A 2024 Trust for…
Los Angeles County Has Cut Homelessness, but Wildfires Threaten To Erase That Gain
By Angela Hart February 26, 2025 ALTADENA, Calif. — As flames engulfed a nearby canyon, dozens of residents in a sober-living home fled to an unoccupied building about 30 miles…
Health Clinic Workers Brush Up on Constitutional Protections as Immigration Raids Loom
By Jackie Fortiér February 26, 2025 The lobby at this St. John’s Community Health clinic in South Los Angeles bustles with patients. But community health worker Ana Ruth Varela is…
Success story: Comatose mother’s petition reinstated in a brand-new episode of Citizen Pinoy this Sunday
U.S. Immigration Attorney Michael J. Gurfinkel takes on one of the most challenging cases in the show’s 19-year history. Judy was petitioned by her father in 1993, but a series…
LA Fire Chief Appeals Dismissal: City Council to Decide Fate Amid Public Safety Debate
Kristin Crowley served as the 19th Chief of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) from March 25, 2022, to February 21, 2025. She was the first woman and the first…
Egg Prices Soar: How Filipino Families and Businesses Are Coping with the Surge
Filipino desserts heavily rely on eggs as a key ingredient. The egg shortage significantly impact the cost of these beloved treats. LOS ANGELES, CA – The rising cost of eggs…
California K-12 students encouraged to get artistic about keeping California clean
Clean California program accepting multimedia art contest submissions until Mar. 24; Cash prizes awarded for winning entries SACRAMENTO — A statewide multimedia contest led by the Clean California program is…
Tulong sa Kawalan ng Trabaho Dahil sa Sakuna (DUA) magagamit na ngayon para sa mga manggagawa sa Los Angeles County na apektado ng mga sunog sa California at malakas na hangin
Photo provided by EDD SACRAMENTO – Ang mga manggagawa sa County ng Los Angeles na naapektuhan ng matinding sunog at hangin ay maaari na ngayong mag-aplay para sa federal Disaster…
Introducing promising filmmaker Carla Pulido Ocampo
Promising filmmaker Carla Pulido Ocampo of ‘Tokwifi’ and ‘Walang Rape sa Bontok’ fame. Photos compiled by Rogelio Medina CARLA Pulido Ocampo, daughter of indefatigable Leah Pulido Ocampo (executive director of…
Nevada Judiciary Expands Free Legal Resources with Self-Help Website
Nevada Judiciary Expands Free Legal Resources with Self-Help Website Enhanced legal self-help resources, including multilingual AI-powered support and step-by-step guides, assist self-represented litigants. Carson City, NV – The State of…
APPLY NOW | LA Region Small Business and Worker Relief Funds
To aid in the financial recovery of small businesses and displaced workers affected by the wildfires, the City of LA, in collaboration with LA County DEO, have launched the LA…
February 28 Economic Blackout: Understanding the Movement and Its Potential Impact
Consumers hold the power to shape the economy — the February 28 Economic Blackout seeks to highlight how collective action can challenge corporate influence and advocate for change. “Designed by…