[COLUMN] Employee protections for workers mislabeled independent contractors
Q: I AM a trained electrician from the Philippines but I do not have a license here in California. I have worked on projects for my company for almost 5…
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[COLUMN] Summer: A time of renewal
Greetings! It’s summertime! I hope you’re enjoying it! It’s that time to go on vacation with family and friends, watch some good movies, relax in the backyard, read a fascinating…
Comprehensive Community Health Centers (CCHC) celebrated Arleta Clinic inaugural and ribbon cutting ceremony
Arleta – Comprehensive Community Health Centers (CCHC), a leading Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operating in Los Angeles County, conducted and celebrated its Arleta clinic Inaugural and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony…
How a combination of COVID lawsuits and media coverage keeps misinformation churning
by Darius Tahir, KFF Health News Public health has had its day in court lately. And another day. And another day. Over the course of the pandemic, lawsuits came from…
Has anti-Asian hate crime really decreased?
Hate crimes against Asian Americans dropped by 43% in 2022 in California, according to a new report from the state’s Department of Justice. But AAPI community leaders believe the data…
Fil-Am community leader Jessica Caloza launches CA assembly campaign
LOS ANGELES — Filipina American public servant and longtime community organizer Jessica Caloza has officially announced her bid for a California state assembly seat. Caloza is running for California’s 52nd…
San Diego launches employee benefit program to assist with childcare costs
Pilot program funded through federal grant SAN DIEGO – As part of an ongoing effort to support the City of San Diego’s workforce, the city is launching a pilot program…
FYLPRO announces summer 2023 class of Tayo fellows
THE Tayo Fellowship Program is excited to announce the selection of twenty-four Filipino American young leaders into its Summer 2023 cohort. Through the fellowship, Tayo Fellows will have the unique…
City of San Diego to invest $12.2M into citywide arts and culture activities
Funding will support nonprofit organizations in boosting arts experiences for all SAN DIEGO – To promote greater public participation in artistic and cultural activities, the City of San Diego will…
A lift for life after foster care
REDWOOD CITY – In a unanimous vote, San Mateo County supervisors agreed on Tuesday, July 11 to provide current and former foster youth ages 18 up to 22 with $1,000…
Graton Resort & Casino launches mobile app for hassle-free slot play alongside ongoing $1B expansion
Come and Catch Your Winnings! ROHNERT PARK – Graton Resort & Casino introduced a mobile app on June 30, which allows guests instant access to personalized offers and rewards and…
Daly City, Quezon City renew sister city ties
THE cities of Daly City, United States and Quezon City, Philippines renewed their sister city ties through a ceremonial exchange of their respective Keys to the City on Monday, June…
Celebrating the life and legacy of Chef King Phojanakong
Annabel Phojanakong, the wife of the late Chef King Phojanakong, has unveiled a remarkable foundation that embodies the indomitable spirit of her beloved husband. This foundation serves as a beacon…
Success story: Triple triumphs scored for client on Citizen Pinoy this Sunday
PATRICK was petitioned for a green card by his aunt as a cook for her restaurant. Interestingly, not many people are aware that family members can petition other family members…
Former Jollibee workers protest in Jersey City, demand reinstatement and backpay
Former employees of Jollibee, the popular Philippines-based fastfood restaurant, staged a protest at the Journal Square location in Jersey City. These workers were allegedly terminated illegally for advocating for higher…
How we serve people who have limited English proficiency
We strive to deliver great customer service and helpful information to everyone. That includes improving access for underserved communities. We aim to reduce language barriers and increase access to Social…
Fraudsters never go on vacation
by Annie Walters Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Nevada Fraudsters will never take a break. While you are out enjoying fun and sun this summer, they are working hard…
[COLUMN] Division of a business in a California divorce
When a married couple decides to divorce in California, one of the most significant issues they will face is dividing their assets and debts. If the couple owns a business…
[COLUMN] Who is an honest debtor or one in good faith?
The honest debtor is the only debtor who can get a discharge in bankruptcy. But who is an honest debtor? If we go by layman’s definition just to get an…
LA’s huge immigrant population is being driven out by high cost of housing
Los Angeles County, home to one of the nation’s largest population of immigrants, is losing its migrant base, which is moving elsewhere because of the high cost of housing. One…
Sarah Geronimo to perform 2 shows at Pechanga Summit in September
SARAH Geronimo is a very famous Filipina singer and actress, with numerous albums, TV shows and movies accredited to her name. She has been in the entertainment industry since she…
[COLUMN] California’s employee protections apply to all workers, regardless of immigration status
Courts protect identity of undocumented employee A recent decision from the California Supreme Court reminds us that employee protections found in California law apply to ALL employees, without regard for…
[COLUMN] Breaking stereotypes: Skincare is for men too
IT may come as a surprise to some but skincare is for men too. I have been in this industry long enough to witness the beautiful reality that skincare is…
Free entertainment, admission & fun for the whole family at LA County’s largest Philippine American Friendship Day
LOS Angeles County’s largest Philippine-American Friendship Day, presented by The National Federation of Filipino American Associations Greater Los Angeles Region (NaFFAA Greater LA) – is definitely on! With this year’s…
CDC to reduce funding for states’ child vaccination programs
by Andy Miller KFF Health News The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reducing funding to states for child vaccination programs, according to an agency email obtained by KFF…
How health care may be affected by the high court’s affirmative action ruling
Doctors are concerned that a Supreme Court ruling issued June 29 will have far-reaching effects not only on the diversity of doctors and other care providers in training but ultimately…
Text messages become a gold mine for scammers, FTC officials say
Representatives from the Federal Trade Commission and community leaders spoke during a briefing with ethnic media in Tampa, Florida on the rise in text scams targeting minority communities. A few…
Governor signs bill to strengthen domestic violence restraining orders
SACRAMENTO — Last week, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill (AB) 467, a bipartisan measure authored by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino) that will strengthen the ability of judges to…
County of San Diego hires Chief Dental Officer
THE County of San Diego has a new Chief Dental Officer, Fadra M. Whyte, DMD, M.P.H., who has joined to help develop policies and expand programs that promote oral health…
County breaks ground on three affordable housing developments on excess county land in Clairemont
THE County of San Diego’s Housing and Community Development Services (HCDS) joined Chelsea Development Corp. and other partners to break ground on the first three of four developments that will…