The loneliness of immigrant elders
The recent mass shootings in California put a tragic spotlight on the isolation and invisibility of many immigrant elders in the state. Both shooters in the two mass killings in…
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[COLUMN] California law entitles new fathers to baby-bonding leave with guaranteed job protection
Q: MY wife and I are having a baby. My wife has scheduled to go on maternity leave. Somebody mentioned to her about bonding leave for new dads. However, I…
[COLUMN] Can I qualify for a green card despite the petitioner’s death?
Consider this common factual situation. You are over 21 years old and your U.S. citizen parent petitions you while you are inside the United States. Since this is a preference…
As long-term care staffing crisis worsens, immigrants can bridge the gaps, experts say
WHEN Margarette Nerette arrived in the United States from Haiti, she sought safety and a new start. The former human rights activist feared for her life in the political turmoil…
[COLUMN] Clients fit into classic Chapter 7 profile & eligibility for honest debtors
DIFFERENT clients have different financial and asset situations, which make them start thinking about getting rid of accumulated debt. Nobody starts with borrowing money with the intention of defaulting and…
After the storms: California officials share resources for recovery
FEMA, the federal Small Business Administration, Cal OES and community organizations are pulling out all the stops to speed aid to victims of California’s recent torrential rains. If you’re a…
99 Ranch Market Celebrates Eastvale, California Grand Opening
Leading national Asian grocery store chain celebrates the opening of its 58th location at 4956 Hamner Ave, Eastvale, California. Omni channel shopping experience makes it easier than ever to shop…
Filipino American Business Association of Glendale celebrates Lunar New Year
A very successful and well-attended Lunar New Year Party by the Filipino-American Business Association of Glendale (FABAG-GLAC) was held at Wokcano Restaurant in Burbank, CA. The program included a group…
AAP(I belong): How Vilma and Liz Kari transformed a personal tragedy into a platform of truth and love
Most organizations take painstaking years to create while others are born out of personal horrible and heinous experiences. AAP(I belong) is one of those, created as an aftermath of a…
California Senate Republicans announce robust 2023 legislative priorities to fix California
SACRAMENTO – Joined by California families, homeless advocates, and small business owners who have been severely impacted by Sacramento Democrats’ misguided policies, Senate Minority Leader Brian W. Jones (R-San Diego)…
CDC study reports bivalent boosters protect against COVID-19 variants
A NEW study released recently by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that the new bivalent COVID-19 boosters add protection against the new variants of the virus. Another study showed…
Atty. Gurfinkel answers immigration questions from Kapamilya in Las Vegas on Citizen Pinoy
IN this brand-new episode, leading U.S. Immigration Atty. Michael J. Gurfinkel and the Citizen Pinoy team went to Radiant Beauty Skincare Med Spa, a skincare clinic co-founded by the husband-and-wife…
Experience exciting promotions at Graton Casino
ROHNERT PARK – Come to the all-round leisure and entertainment destination – Graton Resort & Casino – with your friends and family! On Friday, February 24, there is the Gucci…
Pass It On in 2023: Renewing fraud prevention
IF you’re one of the resourceful, dedicated people who uses Pass It On (https://consumer.ftc.gov/features/pass-it-on) and Pásalo materials to help older adults avoid scams, thank you! You’re part of an enormous network that’s shared more…
California recruiting more than 3,000 students for #CaliforniansForAll College Corps
California Volunteers is recruiting fellows from participating colleges for next academic years’ program, helping thousands of students pay for college by serving their community SACRAMENTO — On Wednesday, February 1,…
Pilot program for older adults offers rental subsidy
THE County of San Diego Department of Homeless Solutions and Equitable Communities is launching a pilot program to provide 222 seniors at risk of experiencing homelessness a rental subsidy. This…
[COLUMN] How Chapter 13 can reduce your debt and make your monthly payments affordable
Are you struggling every month to pay your debts, especially your credit card bills? Are you always worried about not having enough left over for your mortgage, rent, food and…
[COLUMN] Motion for bifurcation and status only dissolution for spouse’s that want to move on while divorce is pending
The decision to terminate one’s marriage typically brings to the forefront many issues all at once. Issues pertaining to property, support, and child custody need to be addressed in a…
[COLUMN] 12 food myths
MYTHS abouts food, other matters, fake news, and other mis- and disinformation abound in social media. What a waste of a wonderful, valuable technological advance in communication! In this column…
This Black History Month, take charge of your credit
THE FTC honors the contributions and legacy of Black Americans across U.S. history. One of the top consumer issues that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has heard from people living in…
City Council approves state funding to house people living in encampments
City secures $2.45M to help unsheltered residents in East Village SAN DIEGO – Working to expand pathways to move San Diegans off the streets and into housing, the City Council on…
City of San Diego starts full enforcement of sidewalk vending in beach areas
Certification by Coastal Commission, City Council allows full implementation of ordinance citywide SAN DIEGO – Starting Wednesday, February 1, the City of San Diego will begin fully enforcing the Sidewalk Vending…
AAPI community leaders seek solutions following recent shootings in Monterey Park, Half Moon Bay
CALIFORNIA’S vast Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community has been wrought with multiple tragedies: the Lunar New Year party massacre on Jan. 21 that killed 11 people and injured…
Millions to lose coverage during the ‘unwinding’
By Peter White/Ethnic Media Services Starting in April millions of families could see their health coverage disappear as the government unwinds pandemic-era policies. During 12 months after April 1, 2023,…