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For Arab American Community, CA Heat Feels Familiar

Al Enteshar | Rising temperatures across parts of California and the US are reminiscent of the kinds of heat usually equated with the Middle East and North Africa.

Riverside và San Bernardino nóng hơn 100 độ F, người Việt ‘cố thủ’ tại nhà

Người Việt | Trong những ngày nóng đến hơn 100 độ F, cộng đồng Việt Nam ở San Bernardino và Riverside thường tránh nóng bằng cách ở nhà và gần như không ai sử dụng các dịch vụ của thành phố.

Intensa ola de color azota el Condado de Kern

El Popular | La vida cotidiana de la comunidad del Condado de Kern se ha transformado en los últimos días ante el inicio de una alarmante ola de calor que ya azota el territorio.
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Hate Escalates at the Border: Setting the Stage for 2024

Our panel discuss what is going on at the border in Texas, a new lawsuit against limiting migrants ability to file for asylum, and what these actions portend for a new presidential election in 2024.

Is it Hot, or is it Just Me?

Hmong Daily News | As heat waves blanket the state, certain segments of the population are at greater risk, including the sizable Hmong community in and around Fresno.

Calexico Residents Launch Recall Effort to Oust City’s First Trans Mayor

The campaign is being spearheaded by a former mayor of the city who insists it is not about the current mayor's trans identity, though online attacks say otherwise.

Vietnamese American Councilwoman Called ‘Un-American’ for Supporting Bilingual Ballots

A city councilwoman in Morrow, Georgia called her Vietnamese American colleague “un-American” for supporting multilingual ballots.

BREAKING: Congress’ HEAL Act Ensures Healthcare Access for Undocumented

Three members of Congress today introduced the HEAL Act, which would guarantee healthcare access to all, including undocumented people.
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Behind the Surge of Strikes — Why Can’t We Pay a Living Wage?

Our panelists provide the front-line view of striking workers and the point of view of labor experts on the larger issue at stake.

‘Nos toca trabajar con este solazo; si no jalo, no hay comida’

Kiosk News | Frente al pronóstico de olas de calor extremo y extenso, el gobierno de California está tomando medidas para evitar enfermos y muertes relacionadas con el calor.
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Cambodian Elders Share Useful Tips for Extreme Heat

Khmer TV | Our favorite tips include soaking a towel in water and putting it on your head before going outside. Also, if you can, take a shower outside because it's cooler and water the plants while you're at it.

New Currency Exchange Scam Targets Korean Community

There is a growing number of Koreans falling victim to currency exchange scams as a strong dollar lures would-be victims seeking to profit from private traders.

Majority of Migrants Bussed from Texas to LA Have Reunited With Family

Most of the asylum seekers sent by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to Los Angeles have already been reunited with loved ones in the United States.

The Troubling Impacts of Language Barriers in Healthcare Access

Our guest speakers present the latest data on the healthcare of non-English-speaking patients, identify underlying obstacles that hinder their access to care, and explore potential solutions.

En pausa un proyecto de ley californiano que obligaría a las empresas tecnológicas a pagar por el periodismo

La aprobación de la AB 886 proporcionaría una vía sostenible para la industria de los medios de comunicación, incluidos los medios de comunicación étnicos.

California awards Asian American Media Inc $160,000

Both grants originate from the California State Library and will fund work on lost neighborhoods and Stop the Hate.

CA Bill That Would Force Big Tech to Pay for Journalism Shelved, For Now

AB 886 requires online platforms to pay news organizations a “journalism usage fee.” The bill would be a game changer for the state's media sector.
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Growing Main Street America, One Small Business at a Time

This briefing explores the challenges of accessing funding to start up and expand a small business. Such challenges are especially acute for women and marginalized communities.

Historic! Dilawar Syed Sworn In as Deputy Administrator of Small Business Administration

Following a long and partisan battle, Dilawar Syed was sworn in July 10 as deputy administrator of the Small Business Administration.
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Living with Extreme Heat — The Most Dangerous Climate Threat

The first of three statewide briefings tracking the onset of extreme heat in CA, and what state and local agencies, including CBOs, are doing to help people and localities adapt.

Breaking the Chains of Fear: Empowering Muslim and Arab Americans to Speak Up and Report Hate Crimes

A new resource in California is aiming to make it easier for communities to report incidents of hate, easing fears that often prevent victims from coming forward.
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Litigators for Affirmative Action Reflect on Next Steps

EMS invited litigators who argued on behalf of affirmative action before the Supreme Court to reflect on the court's ruling, its broader impact and possible next steps.

Who Qualifies for Reparations in California?

Not all Black Californians will receive monetary reparations, but nearly all will be eligible for other benefits.

911 Must Be More Responsive to Mental Health Crises

The 911 Emergency system needs a major revamp, with data-driven solutions for responding to people experiencing a mental health crisis.

Stamp Honoring Late Rep. John Lewis Unveiled in Official Ceremony at Capitol Hill

The stamp honors the iconic congressman, who many have termed the 'conscience of Congress.'

Juneteenth 2023: California Celebrates Black Freedom

For many Americans, Juneteenth lingered in obscurity until activists and historians led grassroots movements to bring greater visibility to the historic date.

Pregnant Korean Woman and Unborn Baby Killed in Seattle Shooting

By RANDALL/AsAmNews A pregnant mother and her unborn child both died in what police suspect is a random shooting in Seattle, reports Fox13. The suspect has been...

New York Neighborhood Turns on Its Street Vendors

Private security officers have been deputized as "Peace Officers" and are allowed to issue city fines to local vendors.
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How SCOTUS Alabama Decision Impacts Voting Rights

Our panel includes legal experts and activists in the voting rights arena for voters of color and the main plaintiff in the Milligan case, who analyze the rippling effects of this critical decision in the future of voting rights.

The Pain Continues for Children Separated From Their Families at the Border

An estimated 3,800 to 5,500 children were separated from the families at the US-Mexico border under former President Trump. Hundreds remain unaccounted for.

The High Cost of a Tow After an ICE Arrest

And why this Fresno tow truck driver and his neighbors are still offering their services to local residents for free.

The AAPI Vote in 2026: What Has Shifted Within This Diverse Electorate?

Oct 16 | Explore how Asian American and Pacific Islander voters’ priorities are shifting ahead of the 2026 midterms, including new survey findings, Gen Z engagement, voting barriers, and perspectives from battleground states.

Ahead of the Midterms, Native Voters Face Major Barriers to the Ballot

Most Native American voters have never been contacted by a political campaign, while casting a ballot costs more time and money than any other group.

DHS Is Using FEMA Buildings as Pop-up Immigration Courts, Denying Public Access

Congressman Greg Stanton says he was blocked from entering a makeshift immigration courtroom, raising concerns about public access to the proceedings.