prompting Pasadena police to close a few blocks of Colorado to vehicle traffic.

killing 11 people ranging in age from 5 to 65 and injuring dozens of others.Devin Cabanilla was among dozens of parents and dancers from Seattles Kalahi Philippine Dance Company who had traveled north to perform traditional Filipino dances at the festival.

British Columbia on April 26 has horrified AAPI communities in North America and caused police to take precautions locally.We must all stand together to reject hate and violence in all forms.Extra barriers were added to block vehicles from entering the festival area.

My heart goes out to everyone that was affected by this horrific event.The British Columbia Prosecution Service has charged Kai-Ji Adam Lo with eight counts of second-degree murder.

The Thai festival was held all day on Hollywood Boulevard.

the Miss Songkran USA Beauty Pageant.The honorees were presented with commendations from Congress and the State Legislature.

she created a tearoom named Yusian in Malibu.YAMAMOTO/Rafu ShimpoFrom left: JWSSC President Yuriko Shikai; Assemblymember Mark Gonzalez; honorees Yuko N.

She also organized its Japan Culture Fair for 10 years.was instrumental in establishing the annual summer carnival.