Steven Raga sworn in as New York’s first Filipino American State Assemblymember
Filipino American community leader Steven Raga officially took his oath of office as State Assemblymember representing New York’s 30th Assembly District as administered by United States Senate Majority Leader Chuck…
[COLUMN] Atty. Gurfinkel answers immigration questions from Kapamilya during part 2 of the San Diego leg of Citizen Pinoy’s ‘Your Tanong, My Sagot’
LEADING U.S. Immigration Atty. Michael J. Gurfinkel visited San Diego, where he answered questions of Kapamilya based locally, and even from some coming from out-of-town. In Part 2 of “Your…
Officials exhort US-based Filipinos to visit PH
AFTER an almost three-year hiatus brought about by the pandemic, the Very Important Pinoy (VIP) Tour is back. Consul General Senen Mangalile, in one of his first public events as…
Sky River Casino celebrates Lunar New Year with big money for Swipe & Win
SKY River Casino is excited to celebrate the Lunar New Year with a Swipe & Win*! For a limited time on January 29, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.,…
Filipino American family mourns the loss of 68-year-old Monterey Park shooting victim
Monterey Park massacre shortly followed by Half Moon Bay shooting — the second California mass shooting in recent days Following the tragic mass shooting that took place in Monterey Park…
US-based Filipinos encouraged to visit the Philippines during upcoming tour
LOS ANGELES — Filipinos living in the United States are invited to travel back to the Philippines this summer. The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles officially launched the Very…
[COLUMN] How important is it to have a living trust?
Thinking about one’s demise is not something people want to spend time thinking about. However reality is that we all have to face this one day. It is just a…
[COLUMN] Income tax updates and non-profit orgs deadlines
JANUARY is the start of income tax filing once again. It is due on or before April 15, 2023. However, due to the natural disaster caused by the so-called atmospheric-river…
The long, overlooked history of Lunar New Year in the US
Around the world, Lunar New Year is celebrated in many unique ways: as Spring Festival in China, Tet Nguyên Ðán in Vietnam, Seollal in Korea, Losar in Tibet, Tsagaan Sar…
San Gabriel Valley Mega Mix Expo brings business community together
Calling all entrepreneurs, business leaders and consumers! The San Gabriel Valley Mega Mix Expo is back this Thursday, February 2 from 3 to 8:30 p.m. for you to buy, shop,…
Staying safe through California’s storms
WHILE California is known for its sunny days, it is hard not to notice the recent storms that have flooded the state. As the Filipino community is very much a…
Bishop Solis celebrates Sto. Niño Mass in Gardena on January 27
Most Reverend Bishop Oscar A. Solis of Salt Lake City, Utah, will be the main celebrant of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass for the Feast of the Infant Jesus…
Biden administration rolls out ‘first- ever’ extensive AAPI advancement plan
The national multi-agency strategy is designed to better serve Asian American and Pacific Islander communities THE Biden administration this week unveiled a comprehensive plan that broadly assists federal government agencies…
Art Hearts Fashion: Celebrating 10 years of changing lives through fashion
There is more to fashion than what meets the eyes. At Art Hearts Fashion, Erik Rosete heads the company with a passion that truly allows one to see how much…
[COLUMN] On the call to discipleship
THIS Sunday’s (January 22) Gospel presents Jesus’ intimate but challenging way of following him as his disciples. As he was walking by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers,…
[COLUMN] Employees’ right to bereavement leave now guaranteed under new law
A new law in California has guaranteed bereavement leave to all California employees. California’s Assembly Bill 1949 (A.B. 1949) went into effect this year, and makes it unlawful for an…
[COLUMN] How to solve IRS 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…
[COLUMN] Happy New Year of the ‘Wabbit’ 2023!
THIS Sunday, January 22 is, as most people know, Chinese New Year of the Rabbit for 2023. The New Year is also using the element of water; therefore, it’s the year…
California has a lot to offer storm victims
By Mark Hedin/Ethnic Media Services During a calm between storms, officials from the California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) and the state departments of Public Health, Social Services and Insurance…
A success story for crewmen!: Overstayed crew-member obtains immigrant visa in Manila, through Obama-era provisional waiver regulation, on CITIZEN PINOY this Sunday, Jan. 15
Julie came to the U.S. as a crew member in 2004 and overstayed, leaving her eight-year-old daughter, Jolina, back in the Philippines. The years of separation broke Julie’s heart, but…
R’Bonney Gabriel makes history as first Fil-Am Miss Universe
THE Philippines may not have secured its fifth Miss Universe crown but Filipinos in the United States and around the world are still celebrating as a Filipina American has been…
City of San Diego announces selection of long-time resident as new poet laureate
Poet Jason Magabo Perez set to energize expansive literary arts scene for the next two years SAN DIEGO – Prior to his first public appearance at Mayor Todd Gloria’s 2023 State…
AAPI community leader honored in Las Vegas
January 18, 2023 has officially been recognized as Vida Lin Day in Las Vegas, Nevada by Mayor Goodman and the City Council of Las Vegas. Vida Lin is the founder…
Vegas PBS receives American Rescue Plan grant for workforce development
$1,070,000 from Clark County and the City of Las Vegas to help job seekers and businesses LAS VEGAS, NV – As part of the American Rescue Plan, Vegas PBS has…
NaFFAA LV hosts Sinulog 2023 celebration
Palm Mortuary and Ed Balecha, together with NaFFAA and Filipino Community joined the wonderful celebration of the Sinulog Festival. “I am amazed with our community. How quickly we can come…
45th annual L.A. Chinatown Firecracker sent on February 18-19
Celebrating 45 years, the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker is one of the largest and oldest running races in the U.S. with its upcoming Lunar New Year run, walk, cycling, Kiddie Run…