More and more AAPI families choosing CA charter public schools for their child’s education
Charter schools are helping students succeed in college, career and life AS student enrollment in public schools across the state continues to change, one notable trend is the large increase in Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) families choosing a charter public school for their child’s education over the past decade. According to an enrollment…
PH Consulate General in SF conducts consular outreach missions in Colorado, Wyoming
THE Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco organized Consular Outreach Missions in Colorado and Wyoming from May 20 to 22, 2023. The outreach missions led by Consul General Neil Frank R. Ferrer were held at the Filipino American Community of Colorado, 1900 N. Harlan St., Edgewater, Colorado (20-21 May) and at the Little America Hotel,…
[COLUMN] The ‘Ionizer’ scam
AS far as health is concerned, the majority, if not all of us, want the best health minus the sacrifices needed to achieve it effectively and safely. We want to be healthy without exercising, dieting or abstaining from smoking and without disciplined alcohol intake. We want to have good blood pressure and good cholesterol level…
California Attorney General Rob Bonta seeks to improve hate crime reporting, solutions
CALIFORNIA Attorney General Rob Bonta has vowed to pursue broader and concrete measures to improve reporting system on racial-related hate crimes. Bonta recently hosted a roundtable with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) press in the state to provide updates on his statewide initiatives in line with the celebration of this month’s AAPI Heritage Month….
Identifying lasting COVID-19 misinformation within Fil-Am community
In this Part 2 of the series on the COVID-19 misinformation’s impact on the Filipino American community in Los Angeles County, the Asian Journal talks with health and academic experts to explore solutions to address the lingering effects of false information during the pandemic. “First and foremost, we should identify where the misinformation is coming from,” said…
Los Angeles gears up for extreme heat
The city of Los Angeles, mindful of the disproportionate toll extreme heat takes on its communities of color and low-income residents, on May 24 kicked off its Heat Relief 4 LA campaign. Heat season generally runs from June through October, so, anticipating that and getting a jump on National Heat Awareness Day two days later,…
DOT lauds Rosquillos Festival’s showcase of local culture, contribution to local tourism
Liloan, Cebu – The enchanting Rosquillos Festival culminated on a high note on Saturday (May 27) with the annual extravaganza not only tantalizing taste buds with its famous Rosquillos delicacy, but also showcasing the pivotal role of festivals and heritage in promoting tourism. The event was graced by Vice President Sara Duterte and the former…
First Philippine Hop-On-Hop-Off tours launched
𝘔𝘈𝘒𝘈𝘛𝘐 𝘊𝘐𝘛𝘠— The first ever Philippine hop-on hop-off bus tours was launched by the Department of Tourism (DOT) as it gathered industry stakeholders for kick-off of the tours on Sunday (May 28). The Philippines Hop-On Hop-Off seeks to provide tourists–particularly group travelers and fully independent individual travelers (FITs)–with convenience and flexibility on when and how…
Fil-Ams continue to have low vaccination rates among Asian groups in LA County
DESPITE having arguably the highest number of health workers per capita in the community, Filipino Americans rank below other Asian populations in terms of vaccination rates. There are three possible contributing factors that may have led to low vaccination rates among Filipino Americans, including those residing in Los Angeles County. Among these are: the high…
‘We are hitting a crescendo’ — California commission holds first public forum on hate crimes
by PETER SCHURMANN Ethnic Media Services HATE crimes and hate[1]related incidents are on the rise nationwide and they are growing more violent, though prosecutions remain stubbornly low. That was one of the messages delivered during a public forum Wednesday hosted by the California Commission on the State of Hate. California is no outlier, with data…
Board of Supervisors proclaims Philippine Independence Day in Los Angeles County
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors proclaimed June 12, 2023 as “Philippine Independence Day” in the county. The motion, authored by Chair of the Board Janice Hahn and coauthored by Supervisor Hilda L. by Solis, reads in part, “The Board of Supervisors recognizes the importance of this day to Filipino residents in Los Angeles…
[COLUMN] Where nothing fades
AS I attended the First Mass of a newly ordained priest, his words during his homily impressed me. He said: “New vestments, new chalice, newly ordained priest. These are all things that will fade away, and yet what we are reminded by the Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord is that while most things…
[COLUMN] Extra wages for late or missed meal breaks should be paid immediately
Q: Our employee handbook says we’re supposed to get meal breaks before the end of the 5th hour of our shift, but work gets so busy that I don’t have a chance to clock out to eat until the 6th or 7th hour. During our busiest times, it’s normal to go the whole day without…
[COLUMN] Getting around the six month residency requirement to file a divorce in California
Generally, you must have resided in California for at least six months in order to file a divorce in this case. Under Family Code Section 2320, a judgment of marriage dissolution (divorce) may not be entered unless one of the spouses has been a “resident” of California for six months and of the county where…
South Bay community celebrates caregivers at 2nd annual Mayfest in Carson
Carson City, California – The South Bay community saw what was a well-attended event celebrating caregivers at Mayfest this past Sunday, May 7. Award-winning Filipino pop rock band Introvoys headlined the Main Stage at Mayfest 2023 at the Carson Civic Center this past Sunday May 7. On the outdoor stage, Wish USA artists such as…
San Diego adopts three-year economic development strategy
Plan focuses on innovation, sustainability, neighborhoods, trade and more SAN DIEGO – To plan for a prosperous future, the City of San Diego adopted a new three-year Economic Development Strategy (EDS) this week. The plan will establish the city as a global leader in sustainability, trade, innovation and equity-centered change. “San Diego is a diverse,…
County removes barriers to housing production
WEDNESDAY, May 24 was a productive day for housing in the County’s unincorporated area as the San Diego County Board of Supervisors adopted 22 promising actions designed to ultimately help renters and home buyers affected by our region’s housing crisis. The changes approved on Wednesday are designed to deliver different types of housing faster and…
City of San Diego honors employees during National Public Works Week
COO Eric Dargan to be named among nation’s top public works leaders SAN DIEGO – This week, the San Diego City Council proclaimed May 21 to 27 as National Public Works Week in San Diego, joining cities across the country in recognizing thousands of dedicated public works employees responsible for planning, building, maintaining and operating…
Representing Nevada’s most diverse district: A conversation with Assemblyman Duy Nguyen
by Isabella Calderon ON my first late winter trip to the Nevada Legislature in Carson City, my first stop was Assemblywoman Erica Mosca’s office. I enjoyed my time with her and was filled with excitement for my next stop, Assemblyman Duy Nguyen. After the interview, we headed over to the gift shop. We found so…
[COLUMN] Microbiome and Alzheimer’s
LAS Vegas is about to be lit up with the colors and sounds of this multicultural celebration! On the Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend, Downtown Container Park will be hosting the HAAPIROOTS Cultural Celebration. The event is set to be an exciting experience for all attendees as they celebrate the diverse and vibrant communities of…
City of San Diego increases street sweeping during summer months in Mission Beach
Enhanced street sweeping will help prevent pollution in waterways and protect local marine life SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego is increasing street sweeping throughout Mission Beach alleyways this summer, in response to an increase in visitors during the busy tourist season. The added effort will help reduce pollution from increased trash and debris from the…
City of San Diego recruiting pool lifeguards ahead of summer
On-the-job certification training, paid benefits and potential pay increases aim to attract new hires SAN DIEGO – Are you passionate about safety and fun? Want to spend time at the pool this summer? The City of San Diego’s Parks and Recreation Department is currently hiring seasonal and year-round benefited pool guards for its 15 swimming…
Assembly unanimously passes insurance accelerator legislation for clean-fuel truck fleets
Sponsored by Commissioner Lara, AB 844 would support California’s transition from diesel to help meet state’s clean air goals SACRAMENTO — Just days after California’s landmark action to phase out diesel truck fleets, the California State Assembly unanimously voted for Assembly Bill 844 that will help accelerate the transition to clean-air technology by making sure…
