In California, Democrats propose $25 minimum wage for health workers
SACRAMENTO — Union-aligned Democrats were set to introduce legislation on Wednesday, February 15 mandating a statewide $25 minimum wage for health workers and support staffers, likely setting up a pitched battle with hospitals, nursing homes, and dialysis clinics. State Sen. María Elena Durazo’s bill would require health facilities and home health agencies to give raises…
Combatting lasting COVID-19 disinformation
Los Angeles — Bridging information gaps through setting up effective digital media monitoring platforms for journalists is crucial in minimizing if not eradicating the spread of mis- and disinformation on COVID-19 related issues, according to an industry expert in the field of misinformation. National Conference on Citizenship (NCoC) CEO Cameron Hickey told participants of a…
‘Love… in Other Words’: Legendary Filipino crooner Jose Mari Chan and The CompanY return to Los Angeles
VALENTINE’S Day has come and gone…but love is here to stay. Lovers all across Southern California now have the opportunity to see world-renowned Filipino singer and entertainer Jose Mari Chan perform with Filipino singing group The CompanY. On Saturday, Feb. 25, the Starmedia Entertainment-produced show spectacular “Love…in Other Words” will be hosted at The Scientology…
1,500 see action in Philippine Airlines Interclub
More than 1,500 players representing 178 squads will converge next week for the 74th Philippine Airlines Interclub golf team championships in Cebu City. National flag carrier Philippine Airlines is the organizer of this prestigious international sporting event which brings players from various countries in PAL’s global network. Canlubang starts its defense of its Seniors’ crown…
[COLUMN] Misclassification as independent contractors can be costly to employees and employers
$75 million employer payout for class of insurance agents Irene Parry and Jeanette O’Sullivan worked as captive insurance agents for Farmers. They sold insurance products in California on behalf of Farmers and its affiliated companies. Under Farmers’ Agents Appointment Agreement (“AAA”), which Parry and O’Sullivan—and other agents like them—were made to sign, the insurance agents…
[COLUMN] Debtor with $70K credit cards but good income needs Chapter 13 relief
THE debtor who is 50 has accumulated credit card debt at the rate of $6,000 a year for the last 20 years. Now, he owes $70,000 in credit cards. He needs $2,400 a month of minimum credit card payments to keep all $70,000 current. His mortgage payment is $2,500 with a mortgage balance of $400,000….
Marco Polo Cebu Introduces new Hai Shin Lou Chef
Marco Polo Plaza Cebu is proud to welcome Chef Kenny Yong Tze Hin as their newly appointed Chinese Executive Chef. Coming from over 20 years of experience at the helm of various Chinese restaurants in Malaysia, Australia, Philippines and China, Chef Kenny will lead the Chinese culinary team of HAI SHIN LOU, Marco Polo’s Cantonese…
‘The country is watching’: California homeless crisis looms as Governor Newsom eyes political future
SACRAMENTO — Driving through the industrial outskirts of Sacramento, a stretch of warehouses, wholesale suppliers, truck centers, and auto repair shops northeast of downtown, it’s hard to square California’s $18 billion investment in homeless services with the roadside misery. Tents and tarps, run-down RVs, and rusted boats repurposed as shelter line one side of the…
County to fund millions toward affordable housing
ON February 7, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved recommendations that will allow the county’s Housing and Community Development Services (HCDS) to leverage millions of dollars in state funding for the development and preservation of affordable housing. The action came after the board announced last October its goal to produce 10,000 units…
San Diego invites residents to share opinions on housing policy reforms
Mayor Gloria’s second housing action package aims to produce more homes that all San Diegans can afford SAN DIEGO – To continue creating opportunities to build more homes for all San Diegans, the City of San Diego is inviting residents to participate in several workshops in February and March to discuss nearly a dozen housing…
City of San Diego creates more opportunities for new home construction
Sustainable development areas will redefine geographic boundaries for some local housing incentive programs SAN DIEGO – On Tuesday, February 14 the San Diego City Council adopted updates to the city’s development regulations, including an update to the definition that determines the geographical boundaries for certain home construction incentive programs. The move will increase the amount…
City of San Diego offers grant funding for artists to help increase awareness of regional issues
Program funds available for artists and cultural practitioners throughout San Diego and Imperial counties SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego and its regional partners have released a new grant opportunity for artists and cultural practitioners to inspire change within their communities. Through the Far South/Border North program, grant award recipients will develop artistic content and carry out…
882 soccer teams to participate in 2023 Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Soccer Showcase
Public welcome to attend games, free spectator admission The Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Showcase is back for the 15th year as one of the largest international youth soccer tournaments. This year’s tournament expects 560 boys teams and 322 girls teams. International teams from Mexico, Canada, Japan, France, England, Bolivia and New Zealand will compete…
Find your new sweetheart at the county shelter
VALENTINE’S Day is not just about romantic love, it’s also about sharing affection and showing how you care for others. So, who’s to say your sweetheart can’t be furry? The County Department of Animal Services is playing matchmaker this week. As part of a Sweetheart Special, starting on Valentine’s Day through Feb. 19, all animals…
Franco Finn to host NBA All-Star weekend events
Filipino American Franco Finn, who is the in-arena emcee/host and television personality for multiple National Basketball Association (NBA) champion the Golden State Warriors, will represent the organization in the upcoming 2023 NBA All-Star festivities in Salt Lake City, Utah, according to a release provided by the organization. Known as the first and only Filipino/Asian American…
First casting announced for ‘Here Lies Love’ on Broadway
Jose Llana, Conrad Ricamora to reprise original roles; International casting search for other company members now underway THE producers of “Here Lies Love,” the groundbreaking musical from the minds of Grammy®, Oscar®, and Tony Award® winner David Byrne (concept, music and lyrics) and Grammy Award® winner Fatboy Slim (music), announced on Wednesday, February 15 that…
Philippines aims to be regional cruise center in Asia
The anticipated 139 port of calls from top cruise lines signals the readiness of the Philippines to claim the position as one of the regional cruise centers in Asia. Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco made the pronouncement Wednesday (15 February) as she welcomed 317 guests and 415 mix of Filipino and foreign…
Success story: A terminated case is reinstated and visa issued, on Citizen Pinoy this Sunday
JOSEPH was petitioned by his mother in 2007 and waited 12 long years for his Nanay Pilar’s petition to become current. Unfortunately, Joseph was in Zurich, Switzerland for work and was unable to attend his embassy interview in April 2019. Despite Joseph’s attempt to contact the National Visa Center to reschedule his interview date, he…
[COLUMN] Magic memory pill
IN these troubling times of wokeness, extremely radical ideologies, and confusing state of people’s minds, remembering wonderful memories and retrieving decades-old cherished joys and happy events could be a beneficial antidote to these challenges today. Unfortunately, even in our 40s and 50s, remembering old memories and recalling previous knowledge in our younger years hidden in…
Postgrad Students of ADZU-GGU joint program call on Philippine Consulate in San Francisco
Philippine Consul General Neil Ferrer welcomed Filipino postgraduate public administration students under the joint academic program of the Ateneo de Zamboanga University (ADZU) and San Francisco-based Golden Gate University (GGU), at the Philippine Center in San Francisco last January 31. The students were accompanied by Dr. Joaquin Gonzalez, the Filipino American Vice Provost for…
IRS says more early birds filing taxes
Barely three weeks after the start of this year’s tax filing season, the IRS had received 19 million tax returns, processed 16.8 million of them, and issued eight million refunds each averaging $1,963. The message – IRS Deputy Commissioner Kevin Moorehead told reporters on an Ethnic Media Services conference call last week – is file…
Finding a solution to your tax problems
Read this if you owe the IRS money and can’t pay. If you just received a letter from the IRS for a tax bill that you can’t pay, you’re probably wondering what will happen next if you don’t have the money to pay them. Or perhaps you already know that you owe the IRS but…
Era of ‘free’ COVID vaccines, test kits, and treatments is ending. Who will pay the tab now?
Time is running out for free-to-consumer COVID vaccines, at-home test kits, and even some treatments. The White House announced this month that the national public health emergency, first declared in early 2020 in response to the pandemic, is set to expire May 11. When it ends, so will many of the policies designed to combat the virus’s…
