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· Ryan General
Nearly half of California’s Asian Americans faced anti-Asian hate in 2024: survey
Nearly half of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) adults in California reported experiencing a hate act in 2024, according to new survey data released by Stop AAPI Hate and NORC at the University of Chicago. Racism remains persistent
· Carl Samson
California secession support reaches record high, poll suggests
A record 44% of Californians would support their state leaving the United States, according to a recent poll showing rising tensions between California and the federal government. By the numbers: The Independent California Institute survey from June 11-23 revealed major changes…
· Ryan General
VinFast opens 1st California dealership after dropping direct sales model
VinFast has opened its first California dealership in San Diego, expanding its retail presence in the U.S. after ending its direct-to-consumer sales model. Dealership operations: The location, operated by Sunroad Automotive Group, will offer sales, leasing, test drives and…
· California Department of Public Health
Protect Your People: How to Respond to a Fentanyl Overdose in California
Fentanyl has become a deadly threat to communities across California, including Asian and Pacific Islander (API) populations. In 2023, 233 API individuals in the state lost their lives to fentanyl-related overdoses, accounting for more than half of all drug-related overdose…
· California Department of Public Health
California’s Fight Against Fentanyl: How Asian and Pacific Islander Communities Can Stay Safe
The fentanyl crisis is no longer an abstract issue—it’s hitting close to home for many in California’s Asian and Pacific Islander (API) communities. In 2023, 233 API individuals in California died from fentanyl-related overdoses, up from 203 in 2022. Among API individuals,…
· Ryan General
Sen. Dave Min condemns calls for conditional California wildfire aid in 1st floor speech
In his first floor speech as a member of Congress, Representative Dave Min (D, CA-47) strongly criticized proposals to attach political conditions to federal disaster aid for Southern California, calling the move “un-American,” “despicable” and “pathetic.” His remarks on…
· Ryan General
17-year-old breaks her brother’s record as youngest to pass California bar exam
Sophia Park, a 17-year-old from Visalia, California, has made history by becoming the youngest person ever to pass the California bar exam. She surpassed her older brother Peter’s record, passing the exam on her first attempt at just 17 years and 8 months old. Starting young:…
· Bryan Ke
California man charged with murder for executing couple he owed $80,000
A California man was charged with murder for allegedly executing a couple and setting their car on fire. What happened: A family member of Kuanlun Wang, 37, contacted the Brea Police Department on Oct. 15 to report concerns about his whereabouts after not hearing from him for…
· Carl Samson
Filipino Americans make historic election in California Legislature
Jessica Caloza and Christopher Cabaldon have been elected to California’s state Legislature, marking the first time a Filipino American duo will serve simultaneously in the Assembly and Senate. Caloza, now the first Filipina American in the State Assembly, secured a decisive…
· Michelle De Pacina
The best restaurant for dumplings in the US is in California, according to Yelp
JCK Asia Kitchen and Bar in Chula Vista, California, is the best spot for dumplings, according to Yelp’s list of the top 25 dumpling spots in North America. The company’s rankings were compiled by identifying businesses in the dumplings category and ranking them based on review…
· California Department of Public Health
Increase in Fentanyl Overdose Deaths Among Asian and Pacific Islander Californians
In recent years, the fentanyl crisis has increasingly impacted Asian and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. In California, the number of fentanyl-related overdose deaths among AAPI individuals increased by 16% from 2021 to 2022 (California Overdose Surveillance Dashboard,…
· Michelle De Pacina
Suspect arrested in connection to racial slurs painted on California state senator’s campaign signs
Kevin William Walker, 62, of Fountain Valley, was arrested on Tuesday on suspicion of vandalism of property worth $400 or more, after several campaign signs for Dave Min, a Democratic candidate for Congress, were found vandalized in Huntington Beach, California. However, it is…
· Michelle De Pacina
Filipino father in critical condition after ‘dream home’ gas explosion in California
Manny Fabrigas is in critical condition in the ICU after an explosion destroyed his Long Beach home on Monday. Fabrigas, who had taken the day off to rest following a father-daughter cycling event, was doing chores when the explosion occurred, likely caused by a gas leak. He…
· Michelle De Pacina
Fil-Am custodian fatally shot ‘execution style’ following California gym dispute
Rolando Viray Yanga, a 60-year-old Filipino American custodian, was killed outside his home on Sept. 29 after an apparent dispute that began at a Daly City, California, gym where he worked part-time. What happened: The altercation occurred after an argument over gym etiquette at…
· Carl Samson
California bans legacy, donor admissions in all colleges and universities
California has banned legacy and donor preferences in the admissions process of private colleges and universities. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 1780 into law on Monday, asserting that merit should drive educational opportunities rather than family connections or wealth. About the…
· Ryan General
Jollibee’s bubble tea brand expands to California, New York, Texas
Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC), the Philippines-based company behind fast food chain Jollibee, revealed in a recent Philippine Stock Exchange disclosure that it is expanding its Milksha bubble tea brand in the U.S. through franchising. The company granted MKSA LLC the rights…
· Bryan Ke
California set to welcome its first Vietnamese rice liquor distillery
Dao Distillery, California’s first company to produce ruou de, or traditional Vietnamese rice liquor, is set to open at Sunrise Gold Circle in Rancho Cordova, California, on Sept. 21. The grand opening will feature a dragon dance, firecrackers, free tastings, complimentary food…
· Michelle De Pacina
California settles $350K sexual harassment lawsuit filed by ex-worker against Fiona Ma
California has agreed to pay $350,000 to settle a 2021 lawsuit with Judith Blackwell, a former employee who accused Democratic State Treasurer Fiona Ma of sexual harassment. Blackwell’s allegations included that Ma exposed herself and crawled into bed with her during shared…
· Bryan Ke
‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ author claims ‘California is going broke’
Robert Kiyosaki, the financial guru who predicted the 2008 Lehman Brothers collapse, has warned that California faces a grim future, as he believes the state is on the brink of a fiscal crisis. In his X post, Kiyosaki emphasized that California is a bellwether state, stating,…
· Michelle De Pacina
California skydiving student and instructor die in tragic accident
Kayla Kieko Black, 28, and her skydiving instructor, Devrey LaRiccia Chase, 28, were tragically killed during a routine jump in Perris, California, on Aug. 2. What happened: The pair encountered a “dust devil,” a small, tornado-like air column, which caused their parachutes to…