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Migrants’ Rights Activist Fleeing Mexico in Wake of Death Threats

Published on 2012-05-17 00:07:51

Migrants’ rights activist the Rev. Alejandro Solalinde, who received death threats a few weeks ago, said he was leaving Mexico temporarily for his own safety. “The situation is very delicate and that’s why it’s necessary to take a short break ... and I am not leaving due to fear. If that was it, I would keep quiet,” Solalinde said in a press conference on Tuesday. Solalinde, a staunch defender of the rights of Central American migrants, has received death threats [..]

The “Most Beautiful” Latinos Celebrate At People en Español Magazine Gala

Published on 2012-05-16 23:04:27

Mexican songstress Thalia, in a sensual and short dress designed by Roberto Cavalli, and Dominican TV host Charytin Goyco in an elegant black outfit by countryman Oscar de la Renta, turned heads in New York during their red carpet appearances for People en Español magazine’s “50 Most Beautiful” issue gala. Meanwhile, the most anticipated celebrity at the Tuesday evening event, Ricky Martin, who made the elite list again this year and opted for an elegant black and white outfi [..]

Spain’s Eosol Energy Aims to Build Major Solar Energy Project in Chile

Published on 2012-05-16 22:16:36

Spain’s Eosol Energy plans to build a $615.9 million solar energy project in Tocopilla, a town in northern Chile. The project will have generating capacity of 192.6 MW, the company said in an environmental impact statement. Power produced at the solar energy park will be sold to the Norte Grande Interconnected System, which supplies northern Chile. The region is home to the Atacama desert and extensive mining operations. “The project seeks to leverage the renewable resources in t [..]

Maserati Driving Husband and Alleged Bride Killer, Arnoldo Jimenez, Being Sought

Published on 2012-05-16 21:47:26

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Yadier Molina Helps World Champ Cardinals End Losing Streak

Published on 2012-05-16 21:33:25

With Albert Pujols no longer with the defending World Series Champs, St. Louis Cardinals, Yadier Molina, known as ‘Yadi’ needed to step up and become the leader of the team. He did just that Tuesday night when the team faced the Chicago Cubs.

Blog del Narco: Zetas deny Role in Massacre ( PICTURE WARNING)

Published on 2012-05-16 21:21:30

Sunday the state of Nuevo Leon woke up to reports indicating that over 30 bodies had been dumped on the Free Road to Reynosa, in the town of Cadereyta. The authorities indicated that they were 49, but a reliable source said that 68 people including women were executed. Authorities in Nuevo Leon reported in a press conference that the perpetrators of the slaughter were members of the criminal group Los Zetas, and also said that those executed were most likely not from the state. They indicated t [..]

Former Real Madrid Player Hugo Sanchez To Coach Pachuca

Published on 2012-05-16 21:08:57

Mexican Hugo Sanchez, a one-time Real Madrid player, has been named the new coach of Mexico’s Pachuca, the team said. The 53-year-old Sanchez was hired after extensive talks and negotiations, Pachuca chairman Jesus Martinez Patiño said. Sanchez will be officially presented as the team’s new coach at a press conference on Friday. Sanchez played for Mexico’s Pumas UNAM, America, Atlante and Celaya during his career, as as for Dallas FC and San Diego in the United States. He [..]

Community Wrap-Around Strategy Creates Strong Blocks/Safe Communities

Published on 2012-05-16 20:16:16

Part of Anti-Gang Strategy to Diminish the Impact of Gangs, Guns, and Drugs; Build and Sustain Economically Vibrant Communities and Strong Families Mayor Rahm Emanuel today announced the City’s new Strong Blocks/SAFE Communities Wrap-Around Strategy. The initiative combines targeted police enforcement with City services and community engagement. “We have developed and implemented a comprehensive anti-gang strategy that stabilizes communities and reduces the likelihood of violence,” said [..]

Mexican Immigrant Sells Empanadas and Mexican Pasties at Chicago Laundromats

Published on 2012-05-16 20:09:31

With a booming business preparing and selling food products, Mexican immigrant David Martinez practices just the kind of entrepreneurship the Chicago municipality seeks to promote among immigrants. But David is undocumented and though he does not dismiss the possibility that he might one day formally establish a business, his immediate goal is to survive after losing his job at a wholesale bakery. “For three years I did a little of everything, from scrubbing floors to baking,” he t [..]

Guatemalan Rain Claims the Life of a 6-Year-Old Boy

Published on 2012-05-16 19:07:46

A 6-year-old boy became the first fatality of the 2012 rainy season in Guatemala, the Conred emergency management agency said Wednesday. The child died Tuesday when a mudslide tore through a home in Choacorral, a hamlet in the northwestern province of Quiche. Two other people were injured in the same incident, Conred said, without providing further details. Elsewhere, two families were forced to leave their flooded home in the town of San Jose Pinula, 22 kilometers (13 miles) southeast of the [..]

Ecuador Looking To Recover Antiquities From Washington Museum

Published on 2012-05-16 00:06:34

More than 3,000 Ecuadorian archaeological finds including the most impressive works of the Manteño civilization are kept in the storerooms of a Washington museum, from which the government in Quito said it wants them removed so people can have a better appreciation of Ecuador’s history. The treasure includes monumental stone steles and 20 high “seats of power,” stone chairs used by hierarchs of the Manteño culture, which had its era of splendor between the 9th and 14th centu [..]

Frank Francisco Closes Right for the NY Mets

Published on 2012-05-15 23:46:25

Before yesterday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers, New York Mets manager, Terry Collins said he was sticking with Frank Francisco as his closer.

France Yet To Respond to Colombian Rebels’ Offer to Release French Journalist

Published on 2012-05-15 22:56:37

Former Sen. Piedad Cordoba and the International Committee of the Red Cross agreed on Monday to form a delegation to receive a French journalist captured last month by leftist FARC rebels while embedded with Colombian security forces, but neither Paris nor Bogota commented on the proposed release. French authorities “are fully mobilized and in constant contact with the Colombians to obtain the liberation” of Romeo Langlois, a government spokesman said in Paris. François Hollande, [..]

Bomb in Bogota Targeting Interior Minister, Fernando Londoño, Kills Two and Wounds 39

Published on 2012-05-15 21:19:10

A bomb targeting former Interior Minister Fernando Londoño killed his driver and a bodyguard and wounded 39 others Tuesday in the Colombian capital, police said, amending earlier official comments that spoke of five dead and 29 injured. The adjusted report, provided by police spokesman Alberto Cantillo, came after several hours of confusion and was apparently verified with the several Bogota hospitals that received casualties from the blast. The bomb was meant to kill Londoño, who served as [..]

Blog del Narco: Authorities Struggle to Identify 48 Decapitated Torsos

Published on 2012-05-15 21:06:41

Authorities seeking the rest of the 49 bodies dumped in Cadereyta. Roads and abandoned farms near the site of the discovery are the main areas that they are searching. The evidence of dirt, dust and mud on the torsos found in Reynosa free Highway early Sunday at the access point to San Juan, it is presumed that the victims were dismembered near the area and then moved by truck to where they were found. “There are many unpopulated areas near where the torsos were found. The transfer of th [..]

Mayor Emanuel Releases First-Year Progress Report

Published on 2012-05-15 20:19:50

First-Year Report and Website Offer Greater Access to City Government, Hold Leaders Accountable and Allow Chicagoans to Provide Public Feedback Mayor Rahm Emanuel released a comprehensive report detailing progress made since taking office in May 2011. The 32-page report highlights progress made to improve the quality of schools, the safety of streets, the cost and effectiveness of city government, and the urgent need to create and keep the jobs in Chicago. The report, a public feedback form, v [..]

US Citizen on Hunger Strike in Bolivian Prison

Published on 2012-05-15 20:01:03

The attorney for a 53-year-old American man who is on hunger strike in the Bolivian prison where he has been held for 11 months without formal charges said that he sent a complaint to the U.S. Embassy in La Paz because of the scant progress being made on his case. Jacob Ostreicher’s defense attorney, Jimmy Montaño, told Efe that he originally decided that the embassy should not intervene “so that it wouldn’t be an obstacle,” given that “bilateral relations between [..]

Online Radio Project from Daniel Alarcon, ‘Radio Ambulante’ Debuts

Published on 2012-05-15 19:16:30

Radio Ambulante, an online radio project that enables thousands of stories from every corner of the Western Hemisphere where Spanish is spoken to be told and listened to, premiered Tuesday. The podcast was created by Peruvian-born Daniel Alarcon, named one of the best young U.S. writers by The New Yorker. “It’s a way to get to know ourselves more, to share our stories,” the author of such prizewinning books as “Radio Ciudad Perdida” (“Lost City Radio”) [..]

Rep. King: Meeting Colombian Prostitute at Center of Secret Service Scandal “Simply Not Necessary”

Published on 2012-05-15 17:13:21

New York Congressman and Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security Peter King has released a statement saying he will not be meeting with the Colombian prostitute involved in the Secret Service’s scandal, despite attempts on her end to discuss the incident. The Republican Rep. stated: I have declined a request to meet with one of the female foreign nationals involved in the Secret Service misconduct in Colombia.

Univision Announces New Social Experiences on Facebook

Published on 2012-05-15 16:19:54

Univision Communications Inc., the leading media company serving Hispanic America, announced today at its Upfront presentation in New York that it will deliver a new integration with Facebook, making Univision the place to go to discover, share and discuss the best of Hispanic programming. In the first of a series of social experiences leading up to the launch of UVideos, a new digital network that will include programming from Univision’s portfolio of television networks, Univision will kick- [..]

Eleven Detained in Rhode Island for Trafficking Heroin for Mexican Narcos

Published on 2012-05-15 01:08:40

Eleven individuals were arrested on Thursday and Friday and ordered detained on drug and firearms charges resulting from an eight-month federal law enforcement investigation into the trafficking of heroin into Rhode Island by an alleged Dominican organization with ties to Mexican drug cartels. The investigation is continuing. The investigation by the United States Attorney’s Office, the FBI, and the DEA, along with the Rhode Island State Police and local law enforcement detectives assigned [..]

¡Felicidades! Paraguay on Your 201th Year of Independence

Published on 2012-05-15 00:23:07

Today, all of Paraguay is celebrating and rejoicing its 201-year old independence from Spain. The Spanish arrived in the 1500’s and stayed for nearly 300 years as it colonized the region, converted natives to Christianity and enslaved native Indian populations. Paraguay gained independence from Spain in 1811 but not before becoming the primary site of Jesuit missions and settlements. Paraguay is home to an estimated 6.5 million people, the majority of which are Catholic. After surviving sev [..]

Murders in Juarez Leave Strewn Body Parts and State Prosecutor Dead

Published on 2012-05-14 22:13:25

Murders in Juarez left a Chihuahua General Attorney prosecutor and her son dead while in an unrelated incident body parts were found strewn in a local parking lot. Juarez located in the state of Chihuahua continues to fight its reputation as one of Mexico’s deadliest cities and has been the focus of President Felipe Calderon’s security resources.

Latina Bride Still Wearing Wedding Dress Found Murdered in Bathtub

Published on 2012-05-14 21:18:28

Estrella Carrera, 26, should have been enjoying the happiest time of her life with her Friday wedding just concluded but instead she was found stabbed to death in a bathtub, still wearing her wedding dress. The Burbank, Illinois newlywed and mother of a 9-year-old daughter and 2-year-old son failed to show up to pick up her children the day after her wedding, as planned. That is when Carrera’s family started to worry and went to look for her. The bride’s family was not able to get anyone t [..]

Blog del Narco: Five Deaths on Sunday in Acapulco

Published on 2012-05-14 20:43:37

As official’s efforts to eradicate violence in the port of Acapulco, this past Sunday six bloody events occurred in which five people lost their lives. Eyes gouged out A man about 20 years, so far unidentified, was found yesterday lying beside a dirt road leading to the community of El Quemado, with visible marks of beatings and torture. His eyes were out of their sockets. The individual was found at 08:30am yesterday morning, at the point called “Kuri Bridge Ranch”. At last update- t [..]

COMMUNITY ALERT: White or Hispanic Men Wanted for Deering Robberies

Published on 2012-05-14 20:17:48

About These Crimes This alert gives notice to residents of the 9th District (Deering) of robberies that occurred during the month of April. In the reported incidents, victims were approached while walking and their property was taken by force or threat of force.

Deportation of Hispanic Mom from Colorado Suspended

Published on 2012-05-14 19:41:12

The mother of a brilliant student in Colorado was set free after authorities suspended her scheduled deportation for a year, apparently in response to a mobilization by pro-immigrant groups. Norma Galindo, who was being held in a jail for the undocumented in Aurora, east of Denver, left there at 5:30 p.m. Friday and was taken immediately by a representative of the Colorado Immigrants Rights Coalition to her home in Basalt, 193 miles away, son Hector Morales said. Edgar Niebla, spokesman for th [..]

Authorities Determine Fire at Cuba’s Airline Brokers Co. Was Deliberate

Published on 2012-05-14 18:26:52

The fire last month that ravaged an agency offering charter flights to Cuba from Miami was set deliberately, authorities determined. According to a Coral Gables Fire Department report, obtained by Miami’s El Nuevo Herald newspaper, the blaze that destroyed Airline Brokers Co. before dawn on April 27 was a case of arson. The owner of the 20-year-old firm, Vivian Mannerud, told investigators that she had received threats and had been the object of hostile activities due to the nature of he [..]

Mexico’s Carlos Slim Will Enter U.S. Wireless Market

Published on 2012-05-14 17:16:32

Regional wireless giant America Movil, controlled by Mexican multi-billionaire Carlos Slim, said Thursday it has agreed to acquire a 100 percent stake in U.S. wireless carrier Simple Mobile, Inc., a unit of T-Mobile USA. In a filing with the Mexican Stock Exchange, the Mexico City-based company said the deal was subject to “certain conditions as well as the granting of certain authorizations.” America Movil said its U.S. unit, Tracfone Wireless, will acquire California-based Simple [..]

D.C. Council Unanimously Votes on Measure to Prevent Info-Sharing Regarding Undocumented

Published on 2012-05-14 16:36:08

Tuesday, a D.C. Council committee agreed on a measure that would limit the information-sharing that currently allows the area’s jails to hold those suspected of being in the country illegally until federal officials can take over custody. Under the new law, the District of Columbia would only hold immigrants wanted for serious crimes within the last 10 years and only hold them for 24 hours with the expectation that the they will be reimbursed by the federal government. Councilwoman Muriel B [..]

‘Cousin’ of Giant Panda Is a ‘Spaniard’

Published on 2012-05-14 00:24:49

Spanish scientists from Spain’s National Museum of Natural Sciences and the University of Valencia have discovered a new ursid fossil species in the region of Zaragoza, Spain.

Bodies of Missing 4-year-old Colombian Girls Found

Published on 2012-05-13 21:52:17

The bodies of two missing 4-year-old girls have been found and it appears that they were raped, Colombian police said, adding that two suspects are under arrest. The killings occurred in the provinces of Huila and Atlantico, the commander of a special police unit to track down missing persons, Gen. Humberto Guatibonza, said. The body of one of the girls was found Saturday at a ranch in Tello, a city in Huila, where she had been reported missing two weeks earlier, Guatibonza said. A man arrest [..]

49 Headless, Nude Bodies Found on Highway in Nuevo Leon as Warning to El Chapo Guzman

Published on 2012-05-13 20:17:21

Mexican authorities at an afternoon press conference lay blame on the brutal narco turf battles for the massacre that left 49 headless bodies on the highway between Reynosa and Monterrey in the state of Nuevo Leon.

Eva Mendes Remains Coy About Relationship With Ryan Gosling on Ellen Show (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-05-13 20:01:13

Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling put breakup rumors to rest when the hot couple was spotted holding hands in New York City. The duo, who met on the set of The Place Beyond The Pines, have yet to officially confirm their relationship. In an interview with Ellen DeGeneres, the popular talk-show host joked about their non-confirmed relationship, asking the actress in a roundabout way. According to People, DeGeneres discussed pajamas with Mendes when she asked, “I don’t know if you ever run int [..]

Mexican Heart-throb Luis Miguel Finishes Tour in Madrid

Published on 2012-05-13 18:04:35

Luis Miguel, the Mexican singer who best embodies the romantic ideal on both sides of the Atlantic, put the finishing touches on his first concert tour of Spain in five years with a show in the Spanish capital. The mostly-female crowd at the Madrid Sports Palace greeted the artist with fluttering handkerchiefs, applause and outright hysteria. Clad as always in a dark suit despite the sweltering temperatures, Luis Miguel kicked off the concert with “Te Propongo Esta Noche” (I Sugges [..]

4 Arrested In Connection With Massacre in Mexico Have Link to “Los Zetas” Cartel

Published on 2012-05-13 17:10:00

Police in the western Mexican state of Jalisco have arrested four suspects in the massacre of 18 people whose bodies were found this week outside the city of Guadalajara, officials said. Jalisco’s Public Safety Secretariat said in a statement Friday that the four detainees, who had weapons and drugs in their possession, were arrested in the municipality of Tala. The suspects were apparently acting on the orders of Juan Carlos Antonio Mercado, alias “El Chato,” a suspected bos [..]

Colombia Helps Americans Celebrate Mother’s Day by Exporting Millions of Roses

Published on 2012-05-13 15:37:09

It’s Mothers Day and in certain parts of the U.S. it’s still too chilly to cut your own roses for your mom.

Latin Grammys Increase Nominees and Elect New Trustees

Published on 2012-05-13 15:15:46

The Latin Recording Academy recently held its spring Board of Trustees meeting and The Academy’s Trustees voted to expand the Rock Field and the Tropical Field, restructure the Pop Field, and develop the four General Categories to include 10 nominees each. This brings the total number of Latin GRAMMY Categories that will be recognized in November 2012 to 47 (previously 46). Additionally, Auditorio Nacional Executive Coordinator Maria Cristina Garcia-Cepeda (Mexico), producer/songwriter/c [..]

Latino Commission on AIDS Commends FDA Recommendations to Prevent HIV Infections

Published on 2012-05-13 14:03:39

An advisory panel to the Food and Drug Administration recommended that Truvada, an antiretroviral medication used to treat HIV, should be used as a new prevention tool for people that are at high risk of being exposed to HIV. This strategy, known as Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis, or PrEP, would be integrated into existing HIV prevention tools in order to enhance our prevention efforts across the country and territories. The Latino Commission on AIDS commends this new opportunity to prevent HIV infe [..]

Stranded 50 Days in Costa Rican airport, Cuban Asylum Seeker Denied Entry

Published on 2012-05-13 13:13:24

Costa Rica’s migration court rejected on Friday a request for asylum from a Cuban who has spent the past 50 days at San Jose’s Juan Santamaria International Airport. The court also ruled, however, that 27-year-old Enrique Arias cannot be sent back to Cuba. A spokeswoman for the Costa Rican Migration Directorate told Efe it will be up to her agency to determine what should be done with the Cuban. Arias fled Cuba two months ago for Panama with hopes of reaching Mexico. But when he [..]

ACLU Alleges Extensive Abuse by U.S. Border Patrol

Published on 2012-05-13 02:12:27

The American Civil Liberties Union today demanded a federal investigation into allegations of rampant abuse of individuals, including U.S. citizens and legal residents, by Customs and Border Protection agents at ports of entry along the U.S.-Mexico border. In a complaint filed today with the Department of Homeland Security, the ACLU and its border affiliates in San Diego, Calif., Arizona, New Mexico and Texas document 11 instances in which Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents disregard th [..]

Shakira Celebrates 50 Million Facebook Fans

Published on 2012-05-13 00:20:28

Colombian pop star Shakira set a new record on social networks this week as the number of her fans on Facebook zoomed to 50 million. The artist posted a photo Friday on her Facebook profile in which she is seen wearing a party hat, holding a balloon in one hand and a poster in the other that reads “50 million!!!” “Wow 50 million on Facebook. That’s incredible. Many thanks for your love. A big kiss,” she wrote. Shakira is one of the most active Latino stars on soc [..]

7 Missing After Paraguay-Argentina Boat Collision

Published on 2012-05-12 21:57:09

Seven people have gone missing after Argentine- and Paraguayan-flagged vessels collided in the Parana Delta, Argentine coast guard officials said Saturday. Security forces have detained three Paraguayans from the tugboat of that nationality, the Ava Payagua, that was carrying 12 people. “The captain, the helmsman and another person in charge of maneuvers have been detained,” coast guard Maj. Sergio Gaetan said. The collision between the Ava Payagua and the Argentine-flagged Rio Tu [..]

Rio’s Most Wanted Drug Lord Found Dead After Shootout

Published on 2012-05-12 20:09:29

Brazilian police on Saturday found the dead body of a suspected major drug dealer in the slums of Rio de Janeiro shortly after a shootout. Marcio Jose Sabino Pereira, who allegedly controlled several “favelas,” or shantytowns, on that metropolis’ north side, was wounded in a law-enforcement operation early Saturday in the Vila Alianca favela but he managed to escape along with some of his accomplices, Rio de Janeiro state’s Military Police force said. Hours later, not f [..]

Sirius XM Adding More Latino Content with ‘Latin Grammy En Vivo’ Show

Published on 2012-05-12 18:03:51

National Latino Broadcasting (NLB) announced the launch of Latin GRAMMY En Vivo, a daily show airing on SiriusXM EN VIVO channel 147 at 4:00 pm ET. Hosted by industry veteran Kike Posada, Latin GRAMMY En Vivo is jointly produced by NLB and The Latin Recording Academy, the non-profit organization that recognizes excellence in the recorded arts and sciences through its annual Latin GRAMMY Awards, the most prestigious award in Latin music. Latin GRAMMY En Vivo will feature a wide variety of music [..]

National Hispanic Media: Go See Eva Mendes’ Girl In Progress this Weekend.

Published on 2012-05-12 17:08:36

The performance of a film on its opening weekend is crucial. NHMC encourages you to go and watch Eva Mendes, Cierra Ramirez, and Eugenio Derbez this weekend, May 11, in Girl in Progress. Directed by Patricia Riggen who is best known for directing the 2007 film La Misma Luna (Under the Same Moon) and the 2011 Disney Channel Original film Lemonade Mouth. Girl in Progress is based on Grace (Eva Mendes) is a single mom, too preoccupied with “paying the bills” and herself to notice tha [..]

Geraldo Rivera: TSA Raped Me

Published on 2012-05-12 16:57:05

Just when you thought Fox’s Geraldo Rivera was done shocking us (remember the hoodie comment) he flings another zinger.

Uribe’s Re-election Campaign Financed by Chief of Colombian Militia Federation

Published on 2012-05-12 14:59:50

The former military chief of Colombia’s AUC militia federation, extradited four years ago to the United States on drug charges, said Friday he and his now-demobilized organization supported and financed the 2006 re-election campaign of then-President Alvaro Uribe. “I backed President Uribe’s re-election, both with the support we provided in the communities and with money,” Salvatore Mancuso said in an interview with Caracol Radio from a U.S. federal prison in Warsaw, Vir [..]

Univision Launching 3 Webnovelas In Connection with New Digital Network

Published on 2012-05-12 14:10:22

This past Friday, Univision, the top network for Spanish-speaking viewers, announced that it would launch a new video digital network and three webnovelas. Webnovelas are similar to telenovelas in the sense that the stories end in cliffhangers, but you will not find these on your TV.

Human Rights Group Condemns Murder of Journalist and LGBTI Activist in Honduras

Published on 2012-05-12 12:59:11

The Office of the Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Expression, the Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders and the Unit for the rights of persons LGBTI of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) condemn the murder of Eric Alex Martínez Ávila, a journalist and defender of the rights of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transsexual population, who went missing on May 5th and was found dead two days later. According to the information received, on May 7th, members of the community of G [..]

Rubio Watch: Senator To Receive The Latino Coalition’s Tributo Award and Deliver Keynote at Summit

Published on 2012-05-12 00:07:13

The Latino Coalition, the leading Latino non-profit small business organization founded in 1995 with a commitment of building communities and partnerships for a stronger America, announced that U.S. Senator Marco Rubio of Florida will provide a keynote address and receive the annual Tributo Award at its Annual Economic Summit. The event, held during National Small Business Week (occurring May 20-26 this year), will focus on procurement, business development, and trade opportunities. Each year T [..]

Julio Iglesias Hotel Room Robbed in Venezuela, Passport Missing

Published on 2012-05-11 23:09:39

Spanish crooner, Julio Iglesias, was robbed on May 6th while he was performing in Valencia, Venezuela.

New Initiative is Helping Children with Cleft Lip and Palate in Peru

Published on 2012-05-11 22:28:58

Every year thousands of children in Peru are born with a cleft lip and cleft palate. Also this year, the hospital of San Bartolome of the Ministry of Health has launched a free campaign concerning surgery for this type of malformation. With the motto “Your smile is the best gift for your mother,” the doctors involved in the project want to improve the quality of life of the poorest children affected by the disease. Surgery will be compensated with a complete treatment, which last [..]

Brazilian Co-Founder of Facebook, Eduardo Saverin, Renounces U.S. Citizenship before IPO

Published on 2012-05-11 22:05:07

Could a reported $3.84Billion stake in Facebook be the motivating force behind Brazilian Eduardo Saverin renunciation of his U.S. citizenship? The co-founder of Facebook has reportedly renounced his citizenship and confirmed his residency in Singapore where there is no capital gains tax.

Sleeping Bus Driver May Be to Blame for Peruvian Crash That Kills 19

Published on 2012-05-11 21:13:31

Nineteen people were killed and seven others injured when a bus plunged into a ravine in the northern province of Chachapoyas, Peru’s National Police told Efe on Friday. The bus ran off the road Thursday night while traveling to the Amazonian city of Rodriguez de Mendoza. Authorities suspect the driver fell asleep at the wheel, Chachapoyas Gov. Jose Santos said. “The vehicle left at 6:00 in the evening from Chachapoyas province destined for the city of Rodriguez de Mendoza, a half [..]

Expert Recognizes Issues in Puerto Rican Bilingual Education Program

Published on 2012-05-11 20:57:24

The academic director of Spain’s Cervantes Institute noted here the problems involved in establishing public bilingual education in Puerto Rico, where Spanish is the mother tongue of the vast majority. Francisco Moreno, on a visit to Puerto Rico to take part in a meeting of the International Certification System for Spanish as a Second Language, or SICELE, told Efe that the first obstacle will be finding teachers trained well enough to achieve that goal. Moreno’s words follow comme [..]

Blog del Narco- Taxi Driver Beheaded in Guerrero

Published on 2012-05-11 20:45:02

In a Volkswagen Sedan taxi a body was found decapitated and disemboweled at the junction of Highway Acapulco-Zihuatanejo and the road that leads to Old Ejido. The discovery occurred at 8:00 am on Thursday. The driver who was beheaded and disemboweled identified by relatives as Joseph Antonio Resendiz Montanes. The taxi was towed into the parking lot of the Regional Office based in this port, where they took the pieces and entered the Medical Examiner. The taxi was carrying blue and white te [..]

Gutierrez: May 12 Citizenship Workshop With Special Guest Mayor Rahm Emanuel

Published on 2012-05-11 20:19:31

Public Service Announcement on Univision Features Congressman and Mayor Inviting Participation In Spanish Today, Congressman Luis V. Gutierrez (D-IL) will hold a citizenship workshop in Chicago on Saturday, May 12 at which he will be joined by special guest Mayor Rahm Emanuel.

Mexican Attorney General’s Office to Put Up $1.23 Billion to Solve Kidnappings

Published on 2012-05-11 19:17:50

The Mexican Attorney General’s Office said Friday that it is prepared to pay up to 16.5 billion pesos ($1.23 billion) in rewards for information leading to the rescue of 11 kidnapping victims and the arrests of their captors. One of the cases covered by the offer is the Oct. 28, 2010, abduction of three college students and another person in the northern state of Nuevo Leon. The AG’s office is also seeking tips in the kidnappings of four brothers in two separate incidents more than [..]

Protest Held in Mexico by Mothers of “Disappeared”

Published on 2012-05-11 18:16:19

Hundreds of mothers and other relatives of the “disappeared” held a protest in this capital on Thursday - Mother’s Day in Mexico - to demand justice. People from across the country brought the “Caravan of National Dignity” to Mexico City’s main thoroughfare, the Paseo de la Reforma, where they carried placards and photos of their missing loved ones while chanting: “they were taken from us alive, we want them back alive.” The march concluded at th [..]

80 Tons of Drug Precursors Confiscated by Guatemalan Police

Published on 2012-05-11 00:07:35

At least 80 tons of drug precursors were seized in two separate operations in Guatemala and one person was arrested, the National Civilian Police, or PNC, said. Some of the chemicals, used to manufacture synthetic drugs, were found at a warehouse in Puerto Quetzal, a port city on the Pacific coast. The shipment of methanol arrived in the Central American country from Indonesia and was bound for a plastics company in the southern section of Guatemala City, the PNC said. PNC officers also seize [..]

Experts Say Gay Marriage Will Not Alienate Hispanic Voters

Published on 2012-05-10 23:35:22

The historic and politically risky announcement by President Barack Obama supporting same-sex marriage comes at a time when the largely Catholic Hispanic community is also evolving its opinion on the matter, experts consulted on the subject on Thursday told Efe. After two days of intense internal debate, stirred up by the remarks in favor of such unions by Vice President Joe Biden, Obama finally expressed his opinion on Wednesday in an interview ABC, saying that he believes that it should be le [..]

3 Mexican Brothers Sentenced for Running Prostitution Ring in U.S.

Published on 2012-05-10 22:03:33

Three Mexican brothers were sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to conspiring to operate an interstate prostitution ring that relied on women who were smuggled in from Mexico and Central America and coerced into working for the trio. Gregorio, Jose Luis and Norberto Hernandez-Castilla operated a score of bordellos in Indiana, Michigan, Illinois and Ohio and provided women to prostitution rings in New York, Kentucky, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Missouri and Florida, the U.S. Attorney’s [..]

Eva Mendes Disproves Early Hollywood Critics

Published on 2012-05-10 21:07:38

Hispanic film star Eva Mendes is proud of her career after many initially said of her that her look was not “commercial,” she told Efe at the U.S. screening of the comedy “Girl in Progress.” “When I started out, people said that my appearance was not commercial, that I was too ethnic and that perhaps I could do a few good films but not sell a product,” said the actress. “And here I am years later,” she added. The star of films such as “Trai [..]

Blog del Narco: Rotting Limbs of two Men Found in Guerrero ( Photo Warning)

Published on 2012-05-10 20:48:37

The rotting limbs of two men were found dismembered yesterday afternoon in a vacant lot on a hill in the community of Vista Hermosa. It is noteworthy that the balance of these bodies for the limbs have not yet been located. According to official data, locals reported finding at about 10:30 pm yesterday. The investigating officers found feet, arms, legs and severed heads from two people, rib cages that were not found. It is estimated that the bodies had been there for at least four days after be [..]

Argentine Grandmother Charged For Beating Grandson Over Report Card

Published on 2012-05-10 19:28:31

A court in Buenos Aires arraigned a woman on domestic violence charges after she hit her 7-year-old grandson for bringing home a bad report card, the Argentine press said Thursday. If convicted, the granny could face anywhere from six months to two years behind bars, and the court placed an embargo of 10,000 pesos ($2,250) on her assets. The court allowed the case to go forward after witnesses confirmed the boy’s claim that his grandmother beat him with a belt on his legs and backside as [..]

Latin Grammy Award Winning Molotov Looking to Sharpen Their Message

Published on 2012-05-10 19:13:11

Mexican rock band Molotov, known for taking overtly political stances on social issues in its songs, says it now prefers to seek more subtle and intelligent ways to convey its message. “We have to find a smart way to express ourselves in terms of what’s happening right now,” vocalist and guitarist Tito Fuentes said at a press conference. The band members met with the media Wednesday in Mexico City to promote their new live album titled “Desde Rusia con amor” (From [..]

Oldest-Known Mayan Calendar Found by U.S. Archaeologists in Guatemala

Published on 2012-05-10 18:15:03

A team of U.S. archaeologists announced Thursday the discovery of the oldest Mayan calendar to date, a ninth-century artifact amid the ruins of an ancient city in Guatemala. The calendar documents cycles of the moon and, apparently, those of Venus and Mars as well, Boston University’s William Saturno and University of Texas archaeologist David Stuart told a press conference. The find, to be detailed in this week’s issue of the journal Science and the June issue of National Geograph [..]

Chilean Man is John Travolta’s Third and Latest Sexual Harassment Accuser

Published on 2012-05-10 17:22:55

A former employee of the Caribbean cruise line, Fabian Zanzi, is the latest man to come forward with allegations of sexual harassment by actor John Travolta.

Will Jessic Sanchez be the Next ‘American Idol’?

Published on 2012-05-10 17:06:38

On Wednesday night’s “American Idol”, Jessica Sanchez and fellow contestants chose songs MTV called “obscure” or “the most obvious choices possible.” Now down to the final four, it’s sometimes easy to forget that Jessica Sanchez, with her powerhouse voice and professional stage presence is just 16 years old. On last night’s show, Sanchez sang Etta James’ “Steal Away” and the Jennifer Holiday’s “And I Am Telling [..]

49 Guatemalan Migrants Detained by Mexican Authorities

Published on 2012-05-10 00:03:35

Mexican police arrested 49 undocumented Guatemalan migrants in the southern border state of Chiapas, authorities said. The travelers were detained after a routine inspection at a checkpoint in Arriaga determined that the 44 men and five women were carrying forged documents. The migrants were traveling in a bus without license plates. Five people accompanying the migrants were arrested on suspicion of human trafficking and the Guatemalans were taken to the border town of Tapachula for repatria [..]

Cuban Tourism to See Boost with Increased Capacity and New Destinations

Published on 2012-05-09 23:06:43

Cuba is intending to increase its hotel capacity on its offshore keys and islets to take advantage of the economic opportunities offered by tourism, according to leaders in the sector attending the 32nd International Fitur Fair. The most recently developed tourist destination in Cuba is Cayo Santa Maria, an islet offering sun and beaches off the northern coast of central Villa Clara province, and it was selected to be the site of the fair that is attended by tour operators, travel agents, airli [..]

Stray Bullet Shot From Prison Kills Innocent Venezuelan in His Home

Published on 2012-05-09 22:02:33

The Venezuelan government confirmed Wednesday that a Caracas resident died inside his home when he was struck by a stray bullet fired from inside a nearby prison. The minister responsible for the prison system, Iris Varela, expressed “dismay” over the death of an “innocent gentleman” and the wounds suffered by another person who was in the residence. Media outlets identified the dead man as 48-year-old Henry Molina, a resident of the El Paraiso neighborhood that is home [..]

Brazilian Helicopter Crash Leaves 8 Dead, Including Murder Suspect

Published on 2012-05-09 21:47:10

All eight people aboard were killed when a police helicopter crashed in the central Brazilian state of Goias, authorities said. One of the fatalities was a man described as the prime suspect in the gruesome murders of seven people found decapitated on a farm near the town of Doverlandia. The chopper went down late Tuesday while returning to Goiania, the state capital, from the Doverlandia area, where police took the suspect as part of their investigation of last month’s slaughter. ̶ [..]

Blog del Narco: Two Police Officers Killed in Ambush in Guerrero ( Warning: Gruesome Photos)

Published on 2012-05-09 20:40:40

An ambush against the Director of Public Safety Teloloapan, Wilfrido Francisco Márquez Rodríguez, perpetrated yesterday afternoon on Highway Teloloapan-Iguala, left two dead police officers. On Tuesday afternoon, May 8, Teloloapan Preventive Police, a force located in the Northern Region of Guerrero issued a distress call to Guerrero Security Force personnel, as they were ambushed. The attack happened at 2 pm on the main road-Teloloapan Iguala, at kilometer 27 +800, near the town of Xalost [..]

(Logan Square) 50th Anniversary Congress “Celebrate the Past and Envision the Future

Published on 2012-05-09 20:10:29

Anna Easter is nearing 99 years old. For more than half of her life she has been involved with LSNA. She reports that her favorite meeting was about 20 years ago when we gave the 14th District Commander a “report card” – LSNA’s way of letting him know we weren’t happy with his job. Maribel Lopez is about to enter a PhD program. As president of LSNA in the 90s she was working towards her associate’s degree. She says “I am a product of LSNA”. She started her first business (a home [..]

Mexican News Source Obtains Video of Cartel Murders

Published on 2012-05-09 19:19:02

The perpetrators shot video and still photos of the torture, murder and dismemberment of four Mexican navy personnel and a female civilian who were found dead last month in the Gulf coast state of Veracruz, capital daily Milenio said Wednesday. The material appeared on a Blackberry confiscated from 16-year-old Romeo Dominguez Velez, who was arrested along with another teenager on April 23, the same day the five bodies were discovered on a country road, the newspaper said. Sources in the Navy D [..]

RUBIO WATCH:

Published on 2012-05-09 18:38:49

As the Senate Republicans blocked a vote to extend low interest rates on government subsidized student loans one of their everyone ,

Sofia Vergara Maybe Newly Single

Published on 2012-05-09 17:15:58

Reports coming out of Hollywood are that Sofia Vergara and her boyfriend of nearly two years, Nick Loeb, are splitsville.

Mexico’s Pemex Denies $30 billion Accounting Fraud

Published on 2012-05-09 17:12:36

Mexico’s state-owned oil monopoly Petroleos Mexicanos has denied any accounting irregularity after a congressional oversight body said it had identified a possible $30 billion fraud. Leftist lawmaker Esthela Damian, a member of the Party of the Democratic Revolution, or PRD, has proposed a vote on a resolution to summon Pemex CEO Juan Jose Suarez Coppel to appear before lawmakers and clear up the matter. The alleged irregularity was detected by the federal auditor’s office, which r [..]

Only 14 Percent of People Deported in First Quarter of Year Had Criminal Record

Published on 2012-05-09 01:23:05

The percentage of undocumented deportees with criminal records diminished in the first quarter of the year, even though the U.S. government was specifically targeting that segment, according to data released Tuesday. These preliminary figures show that of the 37,659 deportations between January and March, 5,450 were undocumented immigrants with criminal records, or 14 percent of the total. In the same period of 2011, of the 58,955 people deported, 9,085 had a criminal record - 15 percent of th [..]

Latino Information for Primary Voter States: IN, NC and WV

Published on 2012-05-08 23:34:01

To mark today’s Republican primaries, the Hispanic Leadership Network released “Top 10 Facts about Hispanics in Indiana, North Carolina, and West Virginia.”

Blog del Narco: Colombian Navy Seizes 1 ton of Cocaine in Pacific

Published on 2012-05-08 21:42:24

One ton of cocaine was seized and three suspects were arrested by navy personnel in the Pacific Ocean, the Colombian navy said. The cocaine was seized aboard a vessel some 11 nautical miles from Catripe, a sector between the towns of Virudo and Pizarro in the western province of Choco, which borders Panama, the navy said. The cocaine belonged to the Los Rastrojos gang, whose top leaders are brothers Luis Enrique and Javier Antonio Calle Serna. Javier Antonio Calle Serna surrendered to U.S. au [..]

Argentine Teacher Gets 12 yrs for Offering Better Grades in Exchange for Sex to Students

Published on 2012-05-08 20:44:28

An Argentine court confirmed the 12-year prison sentence meted out to a high school teacher who offered better grades to his students in exchange for sex, local media reported Tuesday. The appellate court upheld the sentence handed down to Julio Fernandez, 48, for aggravated corruption of minors at a school in Santa Fe province, La Capital newspaper said on its Web site. Also participating in the abuse, which occurred in a state-owned house on school grounds, was another teacher who was also a [..]

BUSINESS ALERT: Wanted for Armed Robbery 8th District (Chicago Lawn)

Published on 2012-05-08 20:07:42

About These Crimes This alert gives notice to taxi businesses that robbery incidents targeting taxi drivers have occurred during the month of May.

U.S. Treasury Targets Sons of El Chapo Guzman and Other Sinaloa Cartel Members

Published on 2012-05-08 19:38:14

U.S. Treasury’s Office today announced that key Sinaloa Cartel narcos, including two sons of Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, would be targeted.

Meet Argentina’s Kike San Martin - Photographer of the Stars

Published on 2012-05-08 19:19:03

Kike San Martin has had posing in front of his camera such top stars as Ricardo Montaner and Jose Luis “El Puma” Rodriguez, along with new discoveries like singer Prince Royce and Cuban-American actor William Levy. The “photographer of the stars,” as San Martin is known for his 20 years taking celebrities’ pictures, says rather surprisingly that working in the world of entertainment isn’t something he chose to do. “I didn’t choose show business, [..]

La Liga Game Leaves Granada’s Dani Benítez Frustrated, Throws Bottle at Ref’s Face (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-05-08 17:14:42

A Spanish league soccer match had one player so angry he smashed a referee in the face with a bottle. During a La Liga match between Granada and Real Madrid, Granada’s Dani Benítez lashed out at the referee, throwing a bottle at face and trying to leave. He, as well as other members of his team were anxious to score, as every point and had grown frustrated throughout the match. Usually, the referee will allow the trailing team to finish an attack before ruling the game over. However, this [..]

Jilted Peruvian Lover Extorts Webcam Nudes and Cash, Then Sends Out to Family and Friends

Published on 2012-05-08 16:29:34

A Peruvian national was sentenced to six months in prison for demanding nude photographs and cash from a South American woman after she ended their online relationship. Jose Marcial Garcia-Hernandez, 43, a Peruvian national who last resided in Panorama City, was sentenced today to six months in prison by U.S. District Judge Otis D. Wright, II. On December 7, 2011, Garcia-Hernandez was taken into custody and charged in a criminal complaint filed in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles. Garcia-Her [..]

‘Angel’ Alessandra Ambrosio and Fiancé Welcome Son Noah Phoenix into the World

Published on 2012-05-08 15:38:18

Brazilian supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio and fiancé Jamie Mazur welcomed baby Noah Phoenix into the world on Monday, giving the couple’s daughter Anja a little brother. The couple made the announcement of baby Noah’s birth on both Twitter and Facebook, saying, “Well, the day just arrived and we couldn’t be more happy!!! Noah Phoenix was born yesterday afternoon and already stole our hearts. Anja is a proud big sister now and we are so thankful he is with us…” Just this wee [..]

Dept of Labor Launches Campaign to Prevent Heat-Related Deaths Amongst Outdoor Workers

Published on 2012-05-08 00:21:54

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has kicked off a national outreach initiative to educate workers and their employers about the hazards of working outdoors in hot weather. The outreach effort builds on last year’s successful summer campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of too much sun and heat. “For outdoor workers, ‘water, rest and shade’ are three words that can make the difference between life and death,” [..]

Giant’s Guillermo Mota Given 100 Game Suspension

Published on 2012-05-07 23:27:03

Major League Baseball has suspended San Francisco Giant pitcher Guillermo Mota for 100 games after the Dominican born reliever failed a second test for a performance enhancing drug.

RUBIO WATCH:

Published on 2012-05-07 22:03:39

Florida Senator Marco Rubio appeared on Chris Wallace’s ‘Fox News Sunday’ chatting on all things President Obama has done wrong.

Blog del Narco: El Chapo Sends Message to Nuevo Loredo Mayor with Executions

Published on 2012-05-07 21:08:36

As previously reported, appeared a few days ago 14 people dead in the city of Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, first found the 14 bodies in body bags inside a vehicle, then the 14 heads were found inside coolers. The Sinaloa Cartel claims responsibility for the event, indicating that the 14 executed were members of the criminal group Los Zetas. Reaffirming their responsibility for the two massacres, first of seven hangings, and then 14 heads of the members of Los Zetas and the explosion of a car bomb [..]

Madigan: IL Receives $20 Million in Landmark Settlements with Abbott Labs

Published on 2012-05-07 20:21:45

Abbott to Pay $1.6 Billion Over National Civil, Criminal Claims of Illegal Marketing of Depakote Chicago – Attorney General Lisa Madigan joined her federal counterparts, 44 other states and the District of Columbia in announcing two national settlements with Abbott Laboratories, totaling $1.6 billion, over allegations of illegal off-label marketing of its Depakote drug. Madigan said Illinois will receive $20 million under the agreements. In the first settlement, Madigan and the states allege [..]

Bardem’s Documentary Wins Prize on Plight of Saharawi People

Published on 2012-05-07 19:43:36

The documentary “Hijos de las nubes, la ultima colonia” (Sons of the Clouds, the Last Colony) produced by and starring Javier Bardem, is the winner of the White Camel award, the top honor handed out at the Sahara Film Festival, or FiSahara, that took place this weekend at this refugee camp. Directed by Alvaro Longoria, the film analyzing the political and strategic interests that are hampering the resolution of the Saharawi conflict was screened in Dakhla before it is due to hit Spa [..]

Female Candidate in Mexico Bares Some Skin in Campaign Posters

Published on 2012-05-07 19:38:01

A female candidate of the leftist Party of the Democratic Revolution, or PRD, posed semi-nude for posters in her “provocative” campaign for a seat in Mexico’s lower house. Natalia Juarez, 34, told Efe Monday that she posed topless with another six women to launch a “provocative, different and unprejudiced” campaign here in the western state of Jalisco. “It’s an attempt to run a campaign that is different and cheerful, but also an invitation for people [..]

LATINO BLOTTER:

Published on 2012-05-07 18:24:00

Cary, North Carolina police were called to check out pot odors wafting from a room at the local Motel 6 only to discover over $4,000 worth of bra’s from a Victoria Secret.

“I Will Always Cherish Him” - Messi Says He’ll Always Have Repect For Barça Coach Guardiola (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-05-07 17:31:36

After leading his team to 13 titles in for years, FC Barcelona coach, Pep Guardiola,41, announced last month that he would be stepping down citing physical and mental stress. Argentine superstar and Barcelona striker, Lionel Messi was happy to give his coach, a former defensive midfielder himself, a 4-0 win over Espanyol Saturday. Following his fourth goal, Messi ran to the sidelines to give Guardiola a hug, with a number of his teammates following suit. Messi told reporters after the game th [..]

Mercedes-Crashing Playboy Model Makes Appearance at Mexico’s First Presidential Debate

Published on 2012-05-07 15:55:22

A Playboy model who worked as a production assistant at Mexico’s first presidential debate over the weekend is at the heart of a controversy Monday, with even some of the presidential candidates weighing in. Julia Orayen, who graced the cover of the September 2008 issue of Playboy Mexico, was seen on national television wearing a tight, white low-cut dress as she handed out materials at the start of Sunday night’s debate. Orayen appeared on camera for less than 30 seconds during th [..]

Lebanese Man Pleads Guilty to Providing Arms to FARC in Exchange for Cocaine

Published on 2012-05-06 22:13:34

A Lebanese citizen has pleaded guilty in U.S. federal court in Manhattan to conspiracy to provide weapons to Colombian guerrillas in exchange for more than a ton of cocaine, prosecutors said. The defendant, 54-year-old Jamal Yousef, pleaded guilty Friday to conspiracy to provide material support to the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, or FARC, guerrilla group and faces a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison, Preet Bharara, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, said. [..]

95% of Bananas from Dominican Republic Went to Europe in 2010

Published on 2012-05-06 20:14:56

According to DR1, the Dominican Republic exported bananas to Europe for a total of US$198,000,000 in 2010, through the sale of 303,000 tons of bananas. European Union ambassador, Irene Horejs, provided the figures and noted that the sale of the fruit had benefitted over 300,000 people, both directly and indirectly. She said that 95% of the bananas from the Dominican Republic go to Europe while the other 5% go to the United States, Japan and the Antilles. The country has preferential access t [..]

Peru’s New Amazon Road Could Threaten Uncontacted Tribes’ Land

Published on 2012-05-06 18:08:10

Peru’s Congress is about to approve a highly controversial road that will divide the Madre de Dios Reserve, where at least two uncontacted tribes live. Congressmen are considering a law that could declare the project a ‘public necessity’, and consequently bypass huge indigenous opposition. The proposed road will run across the southeast of Peru’s Amazon from Puerto Esperanza in the Purus region near Brazil to Iñapari. The project notably omits reference to uncontacted tribes, as well [..]

Miguel Cotto Battles Floyd Mayweather and Loses in Unanimous Decision

Published on 2012-05-06 17:49:48

Puerto Rico’s favorite boxer, Miguel Cotto, gave quit a show to his fans and all the pay-per-view audience watching his fight against Floyd Mayweather.

Peru Recognizes Grammy Winner Tania Libertad for 50-year Career

Published on 2012-05-06 16:58:48

Peruvian Foreign Minister Rafael Roncagliolo awarded the Order of Merit for Distinguished Service in the “degree of great officer” to singer Tania Libertad for her 50-year artistic career. In a ceremony at the presidential palace in Lima, Roncagliolo pinned the medal on the famed Peruvian artist, who has lived for more than 30 years in Mexico and received a Grammy Award for her lifetime musical career in 2009. “To be honored by my country not only moves me deeply but also mak [..]

Senior UN Official Angered By Recent Murders of Journalists in Mexico

Published on 2012-05-06 15:12:35

The head of the United Nations agency tasked with defending press freedom today voiced alarm and anger over the murders of three Mexican journalists in the state of Veracruz in less than a week. The bodies of Gabriel Huge and Guillermo Luna Varela were found on 3 May – which is observed annually as World Press Freedom Day – in plastic bags near the banks of a canal in Boca del Rio. According to the Committee to Protect Journalists and Reporters without Borders the journalists had been repo [..]

Supermodel Bar Refaeli Bares All For Her Lingerie Line

Published on 2012-05-06 14:09:39

Bar Refaeli is completely naked in a new ad campaign for her underwear company, Under.Me. The nearly two-minute black and white clip prominently features the supermodel’s new men’s collection. The video features Refaeli taking a bath, spliced with shots of her wearing a V-neck tee, undies and a pair of socks while she mows the lawn, skims the pool, and smokes a cigar.

Brazilian Prison Riot leaves 2 Inmates Dead and 11 Wounded

Published on 2012-05-06 13:07:51

At least two inmates died Saturday and 11 others were wounded, one of them seriously, in a clash between rival gangs at a jail in the northeastern Brazilian city of Recife, police officials said. Some 50 prisoners joined in the riot that broke out before dawn Saturday in the Anibal Bruno Penitentiary in the capital of Pernambuco state. The two fatalities died of wounds and burns suffered during the clash. Meanwhile the injured, one of them suffering a serious bullet wound, were rushed to medi [..]

2012 World Beer Cup Winners Announced, Latin America Takes Home Several Top Prizes

Published on 2012-05-06 12:32:31

Brewers from around the world received awards from an elite international panel of judges in the 2012 Brewers Association World Beer Cup. The ninth bi-annual competition boasted the strongest field of entrants on record, with 799 breweries from 54 countries and 45 U.S. states entering 3,921 beers in 95 beer style categories. Referred to as the ‘The Olympics of Beer Competition’ since brewers are eligible for either gold, silver and bronze awards.

Univision Stations Are Most Watched Local Newscasts in the Country

Published on 2012-05-06 12:08:45

Univision Communications Inc., the leading media company serving Hispanic America, today announced that for the second consecutive sweep month, its owned-and-operated (O&O) television stations in Los Angeles and New York led all other stations in the country with the most watched early and late local newscasts, among Adults 18-34 and 18-49, regardless of language.

Ship Named After Prominent Civil Rights Activist Cesar Chavez to be Christened by US Navy

Published on 2012-05-05 00:03:58

The Navy will christen and launch the dry cargo/ammunition ship the USNS Cesar Chavez, Saturday, May 5, 2012, during a 7:30 p.m. PDT ceremony at the General Dynamics NASSCO shipyard in San Diego. The ship is named to honor prominent civil rights activist Cesar Chavez, who served in the Navy during World War II. Juan M. Garcia III, assistant secretary of the Navy for manpower and reserve affairs, will deliver the ceremony’s principal address. Serving as the ship’s sponsor is Helen [..]

Blog del Narc: Bodies Found Hanging from Bridge in Nuevo Leon

Published on 2012-05-04 21:08:10

The bodies of nine people who have been credited with being responsible for the attack by car bomb on the premises of the municipal Public Security building in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, recorded on April 24 appeared hanging from the bridge of the road vehicle Nuevo Laredo-Monterrey national. A huge banner with a warning addressed to those in the square was hung from the vehicle bridge along with the bodies of 5 men and 4 women. The victims had all been tortured and their hands were tied behind [..]

Mayor Emanuel Announces Success of Ordinance Ensuring Banks Do Their Part to Protect Neighborhoods

Published on 2012-05-04 20:11:07

Mayor Emanuel and Alderman Pat Dowell Announce Success of Chicago’s Vacant Properties Ordinance in Ensuring Banks Do Their Part to Protect Chicago’s Neighborhoods Greater Enforcement Since Ordinance Passed Allows City to Hire Additional Inspectors to Identify Vacant Properties and Amplify Pressure on Owners to Maintain the Safety of These Buildings Mayor Emanuel and Alderman Pat Dowell today announced that due to the success of Chicago’s new vacant properties ordinance in making [..]

Colombian Prostitute at Center of U.S. Secret Service Scandal Calls Agents “Idiots”

Published on 2012-05-04 19:11:55

The Colombian prostitute at the center of a sex scandal involving U.S. Secret Service agents at last month’s Summit of the Americas broke her silence Friday about the men involved. “They’re a bunch of idiots,” Dania Londoño said in an exclusive interview with Bogota’s La W Radio, her first since the incident. A total of 12 Secret Service agents who were in the northern Colombian city of Cartagena to prepare the way for President Barack Obama’s arrival on Ap [..]

Nicaragua’s Ernesto Cardenal Wins Poetry Prize in Madrid

Published on 2012-05-04 19:00:28

Nicaragua’s Ernesto Cardenal was announced in Madrid Thursday as the winner of the Queen Sofia Ibero American Poetry Prize, presented every year to a living author deemed to have made an important contribution to the cultural legacy of Spain and Latin America. Established 21 years ago, the prestigious award that bears the name of Spain’s queen is accompanied by 42,100 euros ($55,700). Besides his being a poet, the 87-year-old Cardenal is a Catholic priest who served as culture mini [..]

Female Journalists Facing Greater Danger in Mexico

Published on 2012-05-04 18:00:26

Female journalists are increasingly becoming victims of violence associated with organized crime and corruption in Mexico, where more than 75 media workers have been killed since 2000. “Women are now starting to become victims of the killings and disappearances too,” Mexican journalist Elvira Garcia said in an interview with Efe Thursday to mark World Press Freedom Day. The author of a book about muckraking female journalists said she firmly believes that women are currently “ [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Girl Scout Troop Leader Steals $6k From Her Girls, Goes Shopping

Published on 2012-05-04 17:19:53

A California Girl Scout troop leader has many angry after she used her troop’s debit card to go on a shopping spree. South El Monte troop leader, Ana Juarez, 30, was arrested on April 17 after it was discovered she used the debit card to go pamper herself. The troop’s co-leader, Verna de los Reyes, says about $2,000 from the account was used to buy things like gas, manicures/pedicures, and items from Nordstroms, and Victoria’s Secret. On top of that, Juarez took about $4,000 in cash whic [..]

Brazilian Government Facing Criticism in Delay of Truth Commission Appointments

Published on 2012-05-04 17:02:53

Members of the Human Rights Committee of Brazil’s lower house criticized President Dilma Rousseff’s administration on Thursday for delays in setting up a truth commission to examine acts of repression between 1946 and 1988. “It is many months already,” committee chair Domingos Dutra told reporters, referring to the time that has passed since the enactment last November of the law establishing the truth commission. Rousseff, a former guerrilla who was tortured by Brazil& [..]

2 Texas Teens Injured When Gunman Opens Fire at Bus Stop

Published on 2012-05-04 15:51:57

A bus stop in the “Little Mexico” area south of the Alamo was the sight of a drive-by shooting that injured students. Police say a Ford Explorer driven by a 14-year-old pulled up to a bus stop on the 300 block of San Angelo street Wednesday morning. He reportedly stopped, rolled down the window and opened fire while he hung half of his body out of the vehicle. Several students were at the bus stop and two were reportedly injured by the single bullet fired. One victim, 14, was hit in the ab [..]

Mana Gets Panties Thrown at Them? Or Tapatio?

Published on 2012-05-04 15:25:24

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Health Tip: Recognize Early Signs of Autism

Published on 2012-05-04 03:11:47

Including no babbling or pointing by age 1 Symptoms of autism can be difficult to recognize in very young children, especially in mild cases or in instances when a child has other mental or physical conditions. The U.S. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke mentions these possible early symptoms of autism:

Health Officials in Chile Suspected of Embezzling $10 Million, Maybe More

Published on 2012-05-04 01:44:15

Chilean prosecutors are investigating the embezzlement of at least $10 million by health service officials in the capital region, Health Minister Jaime Mañalich said Thursday. The alleged corruption centered on the Metropolitan Health Service West, which serves some 2 million people in greater Santiago. Three finance officials are accused of establishing dummy corporations that billed the agency for non-existent services, Mañalich told reporters. The scheme went on for several years, accord [..]

Advertisers Moving Away from Spanish Ads, More Effort to Lure Bilingual Latinos

Published on 2012-05-04 00:17:01

Advertising directed at the Hispanic community in the United States is moving away from ads in Spanish to focus more on potential consumers who are bilingual but who are preserving cultural elements that distinguish them from other Americans. Experts from the sector gathering in Miami on Thursday agreed on that central fact at the Annual Conference of the Association of Hispanic Advertising Agencies. “Hispanic advertising is undergoing a very clear change which is the result of a much mo [..]

RUBIO WATCH:

Published on 2012-05-03 22:41:09

Florida Senator Marco Rubio continues to assert his hard stance on all things Cuba.

Mexican former President Vicente Fox says War on Drugs “Useless”

Published on 2012-05-03 21:32:47

Mexican former President Vicente Fox said his successor’s military crackdown on drug cartels is a “useless war” and recommended exploring other avenues, including legalization. “Mexico must urgently get out of this trap we’re in,” Fox said here Wednesday in a meeting with foreign correspondents. According to Fox, Mexico is sandwiched between producer nations such as Colombia and the world’s largest consumer of illegal drugs, the United States, and is t [..]

Blog del Narco: Man Found Tortured, Executed then Burned in Culiacan (Photo Warning)

Published on 2012-05-03 20:27:46

The body of a young man whom died after being set on fire was discovered in the colony of Progress. The victim was found with his hands and feet fastened with duct tape. The victim showed signs of having been tortured for several days. Police authorities were alerted about the incident shortly after two o’clock in the afternoon on Wednesday. The body was in the bottom of the bridge leading to the private resort of spring. The victim was no more than 25 years of age, dark complexion, slim [..]

Chicago’s Fisk and Crawford Coal Plants to Close in September

Published on 2012-05-03 20:13:59

The Chicago Clean Power Coalition released the following statement Midwest Generation is accelerating the closure of two of the nation’s oldest and dirtiest coal plants, saying both the Fisk plant in Pilsen and the Crawford plant in Little Village will close in September 2012. On today’s first quarter investor call, Ted Craver, CEO of parent-company Edison International, announced that the Fisk and Crawford coal plants in Chicago will shut ahead of schedule. Earlier this year, Edison Inte [..]

Cuban Pres. Raul Castro Remains on Predators of Press Freedom List

Published on 2012-05-03 19:14:24

Cuban President Raul Castro remains on the global list of predators of freedom of information, Reporters Without Borders said here Thursday in a report coinciding with World Press Freedom Day. “(T)he harassment of independent journalists and bloggers has never stopped” under Raul, who formally succeeded older brother Fidel Castro in 2008, according to the watchdog group known by the French initials RSF. The Cuba government’s repression of independent journalists “includ [..]

World-Renowned Spanish Chef Named Dean of Spanish Studies at ICC

Published on 2012-05-03 18:33:53

The International Culinary Center, the world’s leading culinary center for education, announced José Andrés, the internationally recognized Spanish culinary innovator, chef and owner of ThinkFoodGroup, as Dean of Spanish Studies. Andrés, a multiple James Beard award-winning chef and one of the most celebrated Spanish chefs in the world, is the force behind dining concepts in a number of restaurants across America, among them Jaleo, Zaytinya, Oyamel, China Poblano, minibar by josé andrés, [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Texas Man Sentenced to 65 Months in Prison for Collection of Child Pornography

Published on 2012-05-03 17:13:48

A south Texas man was sentenced to more than 5 years in prison for possessing child pornography, announced U.S. Attorney Kenneth Magidson, Southern District of Texas. The investigation was conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). Armando Ruben Avila, 48, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Lee Rosenthal to 65 months in prison to be followed by a life term of supervised release. Avila will also have to register as a sex offender [..]

Human Rights Commission: Concern for Kidnapped French Journalist in Colombia

Published on 2012-05-02 23:37:56

The Office of the Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Expression of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) states its concern for the kidnapping of French journalist Romeo Langlois, on April 28th in Caquetá, Colombia. According to reports, the journalist was covering an anti-narcotics operation carried out by an army unit when the unit was attacked by the FARC.

Blog del Narco: Two Found Dead in Sinaloa Along Roadside

Published on 2012-05-02 20:35:28

Two people were found executed by gunfire ion the road between Ocoroni-San Blas. A driver passing by reported the gruesome occurrence. One of the victims was in military-type clothing and was identified as Eduardo Cazares Nafarrete, 21, residing in San Blas, El Fuerte. Read more at Blog del Narco in Spanish Published in El Blog del Narco

Guzzardi Concedes to Berrios in 39th District State Representative Race

Published on 2012-05-02 20:17:05

On Monday, Will Guzzardi conceded in his 39th District State Representative race against Rep. Maria Berrios (D-Chicago). Guzzardi opted not to challenge his March 20th Democratic primary defeat in Cook County Circuit Court. Guzzardi had filed for a partial recount of his 125 vote loss with the Chicago Board of Elections, and suggested voting irregularities from the Berrios campaign. However, in a letter to his supporters Monday night, Guzzardi wrote, “While we found some evidence of inco [..]

Argentine Catholic Priest Accused of Mistreating the Mother of His Son

Published on 2012-05-02 20:16:18

An Argentine priest was suspended after a complaint for mistreatment was filed by a domestic employee, who says that she had a son with the cleric. The decision to dismiss the Rev. Juan Bojcetic was made by the Catholic bishop of Moron, Luis Eichhorn, after the accusations against the priest for domestic violence were made public. “Due to the complaints about the conduct of Father Bojcetic, the bishop of the diocese preventively removed him from the leadership of the San Pedro Apostol pa [..]

Canadian Fugitive, Nicholas Michael Lucier, Apprehended in Mexico

Published on 2012-05-02 19:15:59

One of Canada’s most wanted fugitives was arrested in the western Mexican state of Nayarit, a spokesman for the state Attorney General’s Office told Efe on Wednesday. Reputed drug trafficker Nicholas Michael Lucier was detained in the Pacific coast city of Nuevo Vallarta, Leonel Escobedo said. The arrest of Lucier, who was using the alias “Corry Corbett,” followed an “intense operation,” according to the spokesman, who said the Web page of the Royal Canadian [..]

Rubio Watch: Only Gulf Senator that Wants All BP Money to Go to Gulf States and Not be Shared

Published on 2012-05-02 18:27:12

This week, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio will participate in a series of events in the Florida Panhandle. On Tuesday, the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce hosted a constituent coffee for Rubio, where he met with business and community leaders. There he stated his desire to see all British Petroleum spill funds going entirely to Gulf states.

LATINO BLOTTER: Burglar Slams Truck into Albuquerque Liquor Store

Published on 2012-05-02 17:16:31

After a man robbed a New Mexico liquor store by ramming a truck through the front door, police were on the look out for the suspect. On Sunday, police in Albuquerque arrested Sam Muller for crashing into and robbing a local liquor store. Video footage of the April 6 incident allegedly shows the 21-year-old crashing a truck through the front door of Freeway Liquors, backing up, and driving away. Two hours later, he allegedly made his way into the store through the hole left by the truck. He got [..]

Woman Misdianosed With Cancer After Docs See Fruit Pit in Her Lung - Inhaled in 1984

Published on 2012-05-02 16:28:10

For the last 28 years, Florida resident Blanca Riveron, 62, suffered through a debilitating and persistent cough. The Cuban-born mother simply suffered through it for nearly three decades until about 5 months ago when she began coughing up blood. Worried, her daughter took Riveron to see a doctor. After tests and x-rays, doctors found what they believed to be a cancerous lump in the mother’s lung and told her she would need surgery and possibly other procedures. Another daughter, Melody, wh [..]

Study Finds Black Children Less Likely to Get Pain Meds for Abdominal Pain in ER

Published on 2012-05-02 15:22:12

Black children are less likely than white children to receive medication for abdominal pain in the emergency department (ED) even when they report severe pain, according to a study to be presented Saturday, April 28, at the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) annual meeting in Boston. “The emergency department serves as our nation’s health care safety net, where all children can receive care regardless of their insurance status, ability to pay or race,” said lead author Tiffani [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Robbery Victim Arrested After Hitting Suspect With Car

Published on 2012-05-02 14:23:39

Police in Lodi, California arrested a man after he was robbed at gunpoint. Humberto Ramos, 42, called 911 saying he had been robbed at gunpoint by two men who were fleeing on bicycles. Police arrived at Ramos’ location, but due to a language barrier, the officers were having trouble understanding him, that is until he reportedly said, “Follow me,” made a U-turn and took off towards the alleged robbers. He quickly caught up to the men, 29-year-old Adam Ramirez and 23-year-old Victor Alva [..]

Border Patrol Capture 14 Undocumented Dominican’s on a Wooden Boat on the Open Seas

Published on 2012-05-02 01:41:11

Caribbean Border Interagency Group (CBIG) federal law enforcement authorities intercepted a single engine yola type vessel with 14 undocumented citizens of the Dominican Republic. U.S. Coast Guard Sector San Juan Watchstanders were contacted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents Friday morning, who reported that the crew of a CBP maritime patrol aircraft had located a migrant vessel transiting from the Dominican Republic towards the west coast of Puerto Rico. CBP and Puerto Rico P [..]

UN Notes ‘Disturbing Trend’ in Mexico with Murder of Journalists

Published on 2012-05-02 00:14:43

The United Nations human rights office voiced alarm over the killing of a journalist in Mexico over the weekend, and condemned what it said is a “disturbing trend” of media professional being murdered in the country, where more than 70 have been killed over the past 12 years. “We strongly condemn the murder of Regina Martinez, and are concerned that this disturbing trend of murdering media workers … undermines the exercise of freedom of expression in the country,” said a spokesperson [..]

Jennifer Lopez Busy with New Tour and Looming Lawsuit

Published on 2012-05-01 23:26:20

Jennifer Lopez and Enrique Iglesias announced a 2012 North American tour together, while Lopez is also dealing with a civil suit by her former driver. Latin pop music idols: Jennifer Lopez, Enrique Iglesias, and Wisin y Yandel announced a North American tour together is starting on July 14th. Amongst the atmosphere of screaming and excited fans, the Puerto Rican singer/actress promised to “give her heart” to this tour. She also commented that the tour will present her top hits in both Eng [..]

Dr. Mayté Rosas Gómez Posts Pics in Facebook of Knocked Out Patients

Published on 2012-05-01 22:15:57

Doctor Mayté Rosas Gómez, an anesthesiologist at the IMSS hospital in Mexico’s western state of Nayarit, has suddenly found herself in hot water for controversial operating room pictures she allegedly took and posted onto her Facebook page along with sarcastic commentaries.

Blog del Narco: Nine Shot on Corner in Ciudad Juarez

Published on 2012-05-01 21:09:17

Nine persons were shot in Newfoundland colony last night; four of them died and five others were reported in serious condition. According to the initial report, the incident took place at 13:57 pm yesterday at the intersection of Puerto La Ceiba and Puerto Isabel colony of New Earth first stage. Reports state that a group of armed men arrived at that corner and began shooting indiscriminately at the people who were there. Neighbors indicate that the individuals who died were standing outside [..]

United Neighborhood Organization (UNO) Names School After Acclaimed Writer,Author Esmeralda Santiago

Published on 2012-05-01 20:13:42

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Star of “Abigail,” “Maria Isabel” and “Rosalinda, Fernando Carrillo Returning to Telenovelas

Published on 2012-05-01 20:05:01

Fernando Carrillo, the Venezuelan heartthrob of hit telenovelas like “Abigail,” “Maria Isabel” and “Rosalinda,” is set to end a 12-year absence and return to the kind of TV dramas that won him international fame. “During these 12 years I’ve done many things, I’ve done movies, theater, I started my career as a businessman, my boy Angel Gabriel was born and I faced the toughest moments of my life when my parents died,” Carrillo told Efe. [..]

Mexican Artist Victor Hugo Zayas Turns Guns into Art

Published on 2012-05-01 19:19:17

Victor Hugo Zayas is a Mexican painter and sculptor who uses guns recovered by the city of Los Angeles’ Gun Buyback Initiative to create works that he exhibits in California. The series of sculptures was made with weapons collected by the Los Angeles police and most had belonged to criminals, Zayas told Efe. “The Los Angeles chief of police gave me the chance to use two tons of them.” Born July 5, 1961 in Tijuana, Zayas emigrated to the United States 30 years ago. He has bee [..]

Dayanara Torres Hospitalized for Severe Abdominal Pain

Published on 2012-05-01 18:10:09

The ex-wife of Marc Anthony, Dayanara Torres, was brought to the emergency room and later hospitalized in Los Angeles, California due to severe abdominal pains. Torres, Miss Universe of 1993, is still in a “delicate condition” according to reports and doctors determined her intestinal problems may be linked to an operation she had in 2006. The Puerto Rican actress had a prior operation in 2006 for similar pains which were caused by an accumulating obstruction caused by stitches.

LATINO BLOTTER: Mother Straps Cash to Daughters, Sister to Smuggle into Mexico

Published on 2012-05-01 17:13:59

A mother in Texas has been arrested for allegedly using her children and teenage sister to smuggle narco cash from Dallas to Mexico. After pulling over Betzabeth Perez-Torres, 23, in a Mercedes Benz in Combes en route to Brownsville, an officer noticed the three children in the car were fidgeting. The officer became suspicious when Perez-Torres told the children to stop fidgeting and to keep their coats on. The officer eventually discovered the children had cash in plastic bags wrapped around [..]

Costa Rican Company President Guilty of Massive Fraud in U.S., Spends Money on Soccer Team

Published on 2012-05-01 00:42:25

The president of a Costa Rican company that sold reinsurance bonds to life settlement companies was found guilty by a federal jury in Richmond, Va., for carrying out a half-billion-dollar fraud scheme that affected more than 2,000 victims throughout the United States and abroad. Minor Vargas Calvo, 60, a citizen and resident of Costa Rica, owner of Provident Capital Indemnity (PCI) Ltd., an insurance and reinsurance company registered in the Commonwealth of Dominica and doing business in Costa [..]

Border Agent that Shot Mexican Teen Faces No Criminal Charges, Being Sued by Family

Published on 2012-04-30 23:30:34

The lawyer of the family of a 15 year-old Mexican boy killed by a U.S. Border Patrol Agent in 2010 says plans of a lawsuit are still underway despite the fact that U.S. prosecutors decided not to criminally charge the officer with any offense. The Mexican family insisted that by no means it will drop their charges.

Dayana Mendoza Told ‘Adios’ on Celebrity Apprentice

Published on 2012-04-30 21:19:21

The last standing Latina, former Miss Universe Dayana Mendoza, was told ‘Adios’ Sunday on Celebrity Apprentice.

Blog del Narco: 4 Young Men, Including One Minor, Found Murdered

Published on 2012-04-30 20:52:46

The bodies of four young men, who had been missing since last Saturday, one being a minor, were found executed in the vicinity of the community of El Battalion The Montoya. The victims are Silverio Garcia Solomon, 25, Guadalupe Perez Leon, 20, Flavio Almeida Garcia, 23 years old and Joseph Paul “N”, 17, who were living in the town of Zapotillo, Township Mocorito. Law enforcement officials indicated that the finding were reported by farmers who were walking through the area, who ind [..]

Howard Buffett Announces ‘Invest an Acre’ Program in Decatur, Discusses Immigration Reform

Published on 2012-04-30 20:17:19

Warren Buffett’s son Howard, who is a Decatur, IL farmer, recently announced the Invest an Acre partnership with Feeding America, and Archer Midland Company. The partner ship between the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, Feeding America and the Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) engages U.S. farmers in helping provide food to their neighbors. Through Invest An Acre, farmers are able to invest the proceeds from one acre or more of their crops in Feeding America to support their local food b [..]

With 538 Dead Pelicans and Hundreds of Dead Dolphins, Peruvian Gov’t Orders Investigation

Published on 2012-04-30 19:16:30

The Peruvian Sea Institute, or Imarpe, will investigate the deaths of hundreds of seabirds in northern Peru, the Production Ministry said. Imarpe personnel have conducted a preliminary inspection along a 70-kilometer (43-mile) stretch of beaches around San Jose Bay, located in Lambayeque region, counting 538 dead pelicans and 54 dead boobies. “These birds were in different stages of decomposition, with the majority recent,” the ministry said. “They did not show evidence of h [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Chilean Suspected for Killing Boss and Associate with Wooden Mop

Published on 2012-04-30 19:00:22

Jose Rojas (43), a native Chilean, and the prime suspect in a double homicide in Coral Gables, Florida confessed his plans to kidnap and extort the victims. Rojas also told detectives that he couldn’t explain why the two victims were found in dead in a pool of blood, or why he also had blood stains on him. The suspect only admitted to beating his business partner and another person with a wooden mop stick when they yelled for help. The conflicting statements are apparent from his arrest affi [..]

With Unemployment in Spain at 24%, Grandma Gets Evicted and Chains Herself to Bank

Published on 2012-04-30 18:41:08

A 76-year-old grandmother who lost her home to debt chained herself to the gate of Spain’s central bank here Monday and asked Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy to address the “injustices” affecting many people in the Iberian nation. Angeles Belmonte was evicted five months ago from her home in the southern town of Nijar when her son fell behind on a loan she co-signed. Belmonte and another of her children, Miguel Angel Navarro, 55, spent around two hours chained to the entrance ga [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Manuel Carranza Only Has a 6th Grade Education, Practices Dentistry

Published on 2012-04-30 17:10:45

A Honduran-born man living in New York has been accused of not only practicing dentistry without a license, but without any formal medical or dental training whatsoever. Manuel Carranza, 46, who has been living on Long Island, was reportedly caught after police received word that a man was practicing dentistry out of his home in an unsterile environment. Detectives discovered the man with just a 6th grade education was operating an unlicensed dental facility out of his New Cassel home. His eq [..]

Did Selena Gomez and The Scene Steal Another Band’s Song? (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-04-30 15:17:33

Selena Gomez and The Scene are among those named in a lawsuit filed claiming their song “A Year Without Rain” was a rip off another band’s song. Tom Luce, Brian Kroll, Matt Blackett and Lawrence Riggs of the band Luce, the plaintiffs in the case, say Gomez and her band (along with song writers Lindy Robbins and Toby Gad) ripped off their song “Buy A Dog”. According to the lawsuit, Luce’s song was often played on Sirius/XM radio and various other outlets in 2005, long before Gomez a [..]

Dead Dolphins and Now Hundreds of Dead Pelicans in Peru

Published on 2012-04-29 22:25:32

Fishermen and environmentalists are calling on officials to investigate the deaths of more than 200 pelicans on the beaches of northern Peru, media reports said. The dead seabirds were found along a 200-kilometer (124-mile) stretch of beaches in the Piura and Lambayeque regions over the past few days, the elcomercio.pe Web site reported. “More than 200 dead pelicans were found in the entire area. The cause of this new environmental disaster is not known,” the newspaper said, alludi [..]

Three Generations of Dominican Family Dies When Car Plunges 60 Feet into Bronx Zoo from Overpass

Published on 2012-04-29 19:31:30

Seven people perished today, all from the same Dominican family, as their Honda minivan plunged off an overpass into the Bronx zoo.

‘Missing’ Cuban Actors Seek Asylum after Winning Big at Tribeca Film Festival

Published on 2012-04-29 18:28:47

The two Cuban actors who disappeared as soon as they set foot in the United States, where they had traveled to present at New York’s Tribeca Film Festival the film “Una noche” (One Night), in which they both star, will request asylum in this country. Anailin de la Rua and Javier Nuñez Florian, both 20, confirmed their intentions in an interview granted exclusively to the America Teve television network, where they said that they had spent a week “frightened” in Mi [..]

The Rubio Watch:

Published on 2012-04-29 17:28:47

Florida Senator and possible Republican Vice Presidential candidate, Marco Rubio, finds himself defending his family’s history yet again as reports break about his maternal grandfather’s immigration to the United States.

Colombian Adventure Park Plans to Construct Largest Jesus Christ Statute in the World

Published on 2012-04-29 15:42:55

Huila Africa, a wildlife adventure park located in central Colombia, plans to construct the two largest statues in the world of Jesus.

First Ladies of Latin America Combating Number of Minor Children Immigrating Alone to Find Parents

Published on 2012-04-29 14:29:53

During a conference sponsored by the United States Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, first ladies from Mexico, Honduras and Guatemala joined forces to raise awareness of the growing numbers of illegal immigration of unaccompanied children.

In Case You Were Wondering:

Published on 2012-04-29 12:25:45

Dr. Fernando Antelo, a surgical pathologist at the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, believes he has unlocked the mystery of celebrated Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo’s, infertility.

Guillermo Del Toro’s New Project

Published on 2012-04-29 11:21:12

Guillermo del Toro’s Necropia Entertainment is teaming up with Angry Films in optioning the spec script by Adam Robitel called ‘The Bloody Benders.’ This adds another project to the long list of ongoing movie work the Mexican director/producer has taken on his shoulders. In fact, Del Toro had just completed shooting the science fiction thriller ‘Pacific Rim’, and will be doing post-production for the next year on the film. However, Del Toro was so animated and ea [..]

Dominican Hanley Ramirez of Miami Marlins Get Endorsement Deal with New Balance Shoes

Published on 2012-04-29 09:35:46

Third baseman, Hanley Ramirez has just inked a new deal with shoe and athletic wear provider New Balance.

U.S. Ecuador Ambassador Gets Senate Approval

Published on 2012-04-29 08:56:20

The United States Senate confirmed this week that Adam Namm is the new U.S. ambassador to Ecuador replacing Heather Hodger, who was expelled last year. Nathalie Cely, the representative for Ecuador in Washington, announced the news of his conformation through her twitter account. She also congratulated Namn wishing him the best in his diplomatic pursuits in her home country. The selection for the new ambassador took a period of six months, which Cely believes is due to conflicts within the int [..]

Association of Farmworkers Denounce Obama’s Withdrawal of Efforts to Protect Child Field Hands

Published on 2012-04-29 01:05:16

This week the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a press release announcing the Obama Administration would be withdrawing the proposed updates to protect children under the age of 16 who are hired on farms.

UN Alarmed at Most Recent Killing of Brazilian Journalist

Published on 2012-04-29 00:32:33

The United Nations human rights office voiced concern at what it called a “disturbing” trend of killing journalists in Brazil, after another reporter was found dead earlier this week. The killing of Décio Sá, an investigative journalist reporting on local politics, corruption and organized crime, brings to at least four the number of reporters murdered in the South American nation so far this year. He was gunned down in a bar on April 23rd. “We condemn his murder and are concerned at w [..]

Supreme Court Hears Arguments on SB1070- Decision Expected Late June

Published on 2012-04-28 23:02:08

On Wednesday, the Supreme Court took on one of the most important legal cases of this year when it heard arguments over Arizona’s “show me your papers” law, SB 1070. The Supreme Court is expected to issue its ruling on SB 1070 in late June. If the Court rules in favor of Arizona’s anti-immigrant law, it will effectively legalize the harassment and discrimination of an entire population – just because of the color of their skin or the accent with which they speak. But if the majori [..]

Mexico’s National Human Rights Commission: 3 Million Child Laborers in Mexico

Published on 2012-04-28 21:10:32

Mexico’s National Human Rights Commission, or CNDH, said 3 million minors between the ages of five and 17 work nationwide, nearly half of whom either receive no compensation or are paid in kind. Most of these youths work to cover their basic needs and contribute to household income, are forced to abandon their studies, work excessively long hours and are at constant risk of injury or illness due to poor labor conditions, the country’s equivalent of an ombud’s office said in a [..]

ICE Plans to Deport 14 Year-Old New Yorker , Victoria Tomorrow

Published on 2012-04-28 19:24:31

This week, Dream Activist brings us news of a ninth grader who is scheduled to be deported this coming Sunday. According to their petition: Victoria was brought to the US when she was only 3 years old. Carina, Victoria’s mother wanted to give her little girl a better future, something she couldn’t do in Argentina. She worked hard to provide Victoria with everything she needed, including a good education. Now, 14-year-old Victoria dreams of being able to stay in this country and go to colle [..]

The Most Racist Organization - Behind SB1070 (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-04-28 18:03:27

The United States Supreme Court is hearing arguments in Arizona v. United States, the Obama administration’s challenge to Arizona’s anti-immigration law, SB1070. What they won’t be hearing is what and who has fueled this discriminatory legislation. The Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) is one of the most dangerous groups in the country. Along with like groups in the John Tanton network FAIR has written and pushed laws like SB1070. Will justice triumph over [..]

Miami’s Latino Upper Crust Gathers for Polo Tournament,

Published on 2012-04-28 17:07:59

Members of the Hispanic elite here in the unofficial capital of Latin America flocked to Miami Beach on Friday for the Beach Polo World Cup. “There are elegant women and everyone is wearing her best clothes,” television host Candela Ferro told Efe. “There are many single girls here to see if they can get a polo player.” Yolanda Suarez, who told Efe she came with her husband, a big polo fan, said the tournament “attracts many international tourists” because t [..]

Freddie Prinze, Jr.and Sarah Michelle Gellar Expecting Second Child

Published on 2012-04-28 15:43:26

Sarah Michelle Gellar and her husband of 10 years, Freddie Prinze, Jr., are expecting their second child together, according to reports. People reported that a source confirmed the news. “She and Freddie are thrilled,” said the source. “They love their little girl more than anything in the world and know that love will only multiply. She is such a fantastic mom; it is just great news.” Sarah and Freddie got married in 2002 after meeting on the set of I Know What You Did Last Summer in [..]

Still Seeking Justice for Hispanic Farmers and Ranchers

Published on 2012-04-28 15:09:29

The attached materials address the blatant discrimination against Hispanic and female farmers perpetrated by the Obama Administration in its purported efforts to settle the lawsuits brought by black, Native American, Hispanic and female farmers against the United States Department of Agriculture that it inherited from the Bush Administration. Unfortunately in trying to settle these lawsuits, the Obama Administration has provided settlements for black and Native American farmers that substantivel [..]

4 Missing Children Found Dead in Mexico Buried in Shallow Grave

Published on 2012-04-28 14:08:15

Four children from the same family who had been reported missing earlier this week were found dead in the southeastern Mexican state of Tabasco, officials said. A rural laborer discovered the corpses Friday in two shallow graves at a ranch in Tacotalpa, a municipality near Tabasco’s border with the neighboring state of Chiapas. The state government said on Twitter that police and forensics personnel had been dispatched to the scene to “conduct the necessary investigations.” [..]

Jose Ferrer Honored on 2012’s Forever Stamp

Published on 2012-04-27 23:00:11

Jose Ferrer (1912-1992) was honored today for his many talents as an actor, director, writer, musician, and producer by being chosen as the face for the 2012 First-Class Forever Stamp, part of its Distinguished Americans stamp series. The stamp is oil painting rendition by Daniel Adel, which is based on a photograph by Ferrer. Under the direction of Antonio Alcala, the stamp was designed. Ferrer’s career spanned the worlds of theater, film, television and music, and he is considered to be on [..]

Blog del Narco: Nephews of Major Drug Lord Ismael El Mayo Zambada Detained in Mexico

Published on 2012-04-27 21:06:06

Mexican army soldiers detained two nephews of Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada Garcia, one of the top leaders of the Sinaloa drug cartel, in the northern border city of Tijuana, official sources said. The suspects were identified as Omar Ismael Zambada and Sergio Rodolfo Cazares Zambada, The former is the son of Jesus Reynaldo Zambada Garcia, alias “El Rey” (The King), who was extradited to the United States earlier this month, while Cazares is the son of Agueda Zambada Garcia, [..]

2 Illinois Women Plead Guilty to Selling Counterfeit Goods

Published on 2012-04-27 20:14:32

More than $1 million fake brand name purses, wallets, sunglasses sold; MSRP of more than $1.6 million Two Central Illinois women have pleaded guilty of conspiracy to traffic in counterfeit goods. The two woman conducted business as “The Purse Lady” and sold counterfeit items. They each face up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. This investigation is being conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), U.S. Postal [..]

Jobless Rate in Spain Climbs Above 24 Percent

Published on 2012-04-27 19:12:04

The ranks of Spain’s unemployed expanded by nearly 366,000 in the first quarter to a record 5.63 million, or 24.44 percent of the workforce, the government said Friday. The number of households in which all members are out of work climbed by 374,300 to more than 1.7 million, according to the results of the latest workforce survey. The government expects the unemployment rate to peak this year at 25 percent, the secretary of state for the economy, Fernando Jimenez Latorre, said after the [..]

Fashion Designer Elie Saab to Open First Store in Latin America in Mexico City

Published on 2012-04-27 19:07:43

Lebanese fashion designer and designer to the stars, Elie Saab will be opening his first store in Latin America this summer in Mexico City. The store will be located in Mexico City’s Saks Fifth Avenue as a shop-in-shop concept.

LATINO BLOTTER: Girl, 17, Arrested for Allegedly Having Relationship with 12-Yr-Old Girl

Published on 2012-04-27 17:18:30

A 17-year-old girl is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 12-year-old girl in Texas’ Cameron County. Griselda Herrera, 17, was arrested last week and is facing multiple charges including harboring a runaway after a 12-year-old girl ran away from home and to Herrera’s. According to court reports, when the 12-year-old runaway returned to her family on April 9, she had hickeys on her neck. She admitted to her family that she was in a relationship with Herrera and that the m [..]

Sir Paul McCartney Guarded by 1,400 Officers During Colombian Stop of “On the Run” Concert Tour

Published on 2012-04-27 16:18:36

Former Beatle, Sir Paul McCartney was reportedly being protected by as many a massive number of police officers during a two-day stay in Colombia. While in Bogota, which has one of the highest crime rates in the world, for his “On the Run” tour, McCartney was reportedly being secured by 1,400 officers from the moment he arrived. Walkways and street corners within a five block radius of El Campin Stadium, where he was performing, were closely monitored. McCartney is currently touring Latin [..]

Meet the Mexican OctoMom Plus One Karla Perez

Published on 2012-04-27 15:46:53

A Mexican woman from the northeastern state of Coahuila is the first women to be expecting nine children, beating U.S. octomom Nadya Suleman. The woman, later identified as Karla Vanessa Perez (32), is due to have six girls and three boys according to reports. Perez is currently being treated at a hospital in Saltillo, where her pregnancy stemmed from fertility treatments. Perez was initially surprised when she had triplets this past November 4th, but she was more surprised to find out of her [..]

Pixar Taking on Dia de Los Muertos With “Toy Story 3” Director

Published on 2012-04-27 15:41:43

Earlier this week, Pixar announced it was planning to take on the Mexican holiday of Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with “Toy Story 3” director Lee Unkrich in a new animated feature. Under Unkrich’s direction, “Toy Story 3” grossed billions of dollars and even won at the Oscars. The announcement was made on Tuesday at CinemaCon and the film is scheduled to arrive in theaters sometime in 2015. Until then, Pixar has a few animated features hitting theaters. March 30, 2014 is the [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Man Attacked in Underwear For Not Having Sex with GF

Published on 2012-04-27 15:14:11

A Florida man was reportedly attacked by his girlfriend after he told her he just wanted to lie down rather than have sex. According to police 34-year-old waitress Stacey Ann Ortiz assaulted her 27-year-old live-in boyfriend got into a physical altercation after they returned home from a night out drinking with friends. Ortiz grew angry with her boyfriend however after he rebuffed her advances, instead saying he just wanted to “lie in bed and watch TV.” The boyfriend says he attempted to e [..]

Colin Firth’s Campaign to Save the Awa Tribe of Brazil’s Amazon

Published on 2012-04-26 23:01:47

Oscar-winning film star Colin Firth today launched a major Survival International campaign to save ‘Earth’s most threatened tribe’ – the Awá of the Brazilian Amazon. The centerpiece of the campaign is a short film, featuring an appeal by Colin Firth and music by Grammy-winning composer Heitor Pereira. The Awá are a small tribe whose territory has been invaded by a vast army of illegal loggers, ranchers and settlers. Astonishing graphics on the campaign website show the devastating de [..]

Blog del Narco: Man Executed on Street in Sinaloa (Photo Warning)

Published on 2012-04-26 21:08:09

A heavy vehicle operator was killed Wednesday morning outside his home in South Meadows subdivision, number five. He has been identified as Eduardo Estrada Espinoza, who was 37 years of age. The incident happened was around 6:40 pm in Island Street Maluca between Coral Sea and Sea Power. According to initial reports, the truck driver left his home to go to his shop to begin work when he was met by a criminal. The stranger shot him at close range, without exchanging a word. The bullets hit in [..]

18 People Indicted Including Chilean Mayor, 6 City Council and Charged with Corruption

Published on 2012-04-26 20:23:46

The mayor of the northern Chilean city of Arica, six councilors and local business leaders were among 18 people indicted Thursday for conspiracy to embezzle public money. Judge Sara Pizarro ordered 16 of the 18 defendants, including Mayor Waldo Sankan, held pending trial. The other two alleged conspirators, 84-year-old Councilwoman Elena Diaz and a councilman’s wife, were granted house arrest on health grounds. A 19th defendant, businessman Ruperto Ojeda, turned himself in after the hea [..]

Sofia Vergara Rejoins Cast For Sequel to ‘The Smurfs’

Published on 2012-04-26 19:13:34

Colombia’s Sofia Vergara, the star of “The Smurfs,” will also participate in the sequel to the 2011 blockbuster that earned $560 million worldwide, Sony Pictures announced Thursday. The company said that filming has already begun on the sequel, on which director Raja Gosnell and actors Neil Patrick Harris, Jayma Mays and Hank Azaria, who will portray the evil Gargamel, will also work once again. In addition, Katy Perry, Alan Cumming, George Lopez and Anton Yelchin will return [..]

Texas Rep. Francisco “Quico” Canseco Says TSA Agents Assaulted Him

Published on 2012-04-26 17:13:30

Texas Rep. Francisco “Quico” Canseco is claiming that he was assaulted by TSA agents at San Antonio International Airport earlier this month. The Republican congressman says the “overzealous” federal screeners assaulted him when they brusquely pushed his hand away during a pat down. In a statement, Canseco commented: I believe the TSA has become an agency without restraint, and its overzealous policies threaten people’s personal dignity and freedom. There are other ways of security [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Happy Birthday to Me - Man Hires ‘Hitman’ to Kill Wife as Present to Self

Published on 2012-04-26 16:24:25

A Las Vegas man is behind bars after police say he attempted to hire someone to kill his wife as a present to himself for his birthday. Jorge Victorino-Vazquez was arrested on Saturday after an undercover investigation revealed the 32-year-old tried to recruit a hitman to off his wife. What Victorino-Vazquez had not realized was that a man he asked for assistance in helping to find a hitman had actually called police to alert them of his murderous plot. According to police reports an undercov [..]

“Immigrants Cause Global Warming” - ‘The Colbert Report’ Takes on the Claim

Published on 2012-04-26 15:16:10

During Wednesday’s The Colbert Report host Stephen Colbert commented on a new video from the organization Californians for Population Stabilization in a segment called “United We Can’t Stand Them.” The video makes the accusation that immigrants are responsible for the increase in size of the U.S.‘s carbon footprint. “Reducing immigration won’t solve global warming, but it is part of the solution.” Using information from the Center for Immigration [..]

Marco Rubio’s Grandfather Was Ordered Deported; He Chose To Stay

Published on 2012-04-26 14:30:32

Here’s the thing about Marco Rubio: he’s the son of Cuban immigrants, represents the state with the fourth-largest immigrant population in America, constantly bills himself and his background as the embodiment of the American Dream…and yet he seems to have much less sympathy for immigrants who have stories much like his. He’s gotten into trouble before for this juxtaposition, when it was revealed that Rubio’s parents were not political refugees (as he often claims), but economic migra [..]

Prostitute Suing U.S. Embassy in Brasilia After Marines and Embassy Staff Push Her from Car

Published on 2012-04-26 14:19:24

The U.S. government in once again faced with accusations that those under their command have engaged in inappropriate conduct with prostitutes in Latin America. According to U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta, last year three Marines from a U.S. Embassy security team along with an embassy employee were punished for reportedly pushing a prostitute from a vehicle in Brazil during an argument over payment. She reportedly broke her collarbone as a result. The prostitute, Romilda Aparecida, says t [..]

Secretly Married Miss Dominican Republic Booted Out and Dethroned

Published on 2012-04-26 13:51:42

Latin America takes their beauty and beauty pageants very seriously, what with six Miss Universe’s coming from Latin America over the last ten years.

Blog del Narco: El Chapo Sends Message to Zetas

Published on 2012-04-25 20:50:08

The car bomb that exploded outside the building of the Attorney General of Tamaulipas in Nuevo Laredo was a demonstration of power asserted by the leader of the Sinaloa cartel, Joaquin Guzman Loera better known as El Chapo Guzman. His desire was to defy local authorities and confirm his cartels presence in the border city and their desire to exterminate the Zetas. The blast occurred outside the building of the Attorney General of Tamaulipas, which houses the offices of the State Ministerial Pol [..]

7.5%

Published on 2012-04-25 20:18:12

An ongoing review of pending deportations has resulted in the suspension of 7.5 percent of the planned expulsions, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said. The evaluation is aimed at clearing a large backlog of court cases and at focusing enforcement efforts on the deportation of criminals, ICE Deputy Press Secretary Gillian Christensen said. “This review is designed to allow the agency to make the best use of its limited resources,” she said in a statement, adding that ICE w [..]

COMMUNITY ALERT: Deceptive Practice: Fraud/Confidence Game Targeting Senior Citizens

Published on 2012-04-25 20:11:15

Senior Citizen Residents of the 4th, 5th, 6th and 22nd Districts should be aware of Deceptive Practice: Fraud/Confidence Games occurring in their area. About This Crime Offenders gain entry by ringing the doorbell or knocking on the door and giving various false reasons for entry, including that they are new neighbors, utility employees (water department, electric company, gas company), tree cutters, and/or construction contractors who need to make repairs to the electric wires, water lines, [..]

Group of Mexican Attorneys Promoting Online Divorces

Published on 2012-04-25 19:15:37

A group of Mexican attorneys wants to convince people that divorces are not difficult to obtain, rolling out a prepaid card that simplifies the process and can even be purchased at supermarkets. The Libera Divorce Pass promises to help buyers get a new life, allowing them to use the card themselves or give it as a gift. The prepaid divorce program is being marketed with the slogan “Tu nuevo inicio” (Your New Start). “We want to remove the label stuck on divorce as being comp [..]

Kansas Community Breaks Guinness World Record for Largest Serving of Nachos

Published on 2012-04-25 17:20:21

At 80-feet long, the world’s largest serving of nachos was created in Lawrence, Kansas. Weighing in at a staggering 4,689 pounds, the Lawrence world record attempt was officially given the Guinness World Record for Largest Serving of Nachos. Centerplate, Salty Iguana, KU Athletics and Lawrence Interdenominational Nutrition Kitchen (L.I.N.K.) collaborated to prepare the massive amount of nachos, which were 80 feet long, three feet wide and more than 10 inches deep. Organizers started buildin [..]

What’s At Stake: SB 1070 at the Supreme Court

Published on 2012-04-25 17:04:42

SB 1070 is Arizona’s controversial anti-immigrant law. After the law passed in 2010, two dozen copycat bills were introduced in state legislatures across the country; five passed in Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, South Carolina and Utah. The ACLU and a coalition of civil rights organizations have filed lawsuits in all six states. Today, the political tide is turning against immigration policy modeled after SB 1070. After observing the widespread harms caused by these laws, legislators in Mississi [..]

A 7,000-Mile Flight: South American Bird Finds it Way to Chicago-area Park (PHOTOS)

Published on 2012-04-25 16:12:49

Chicago bird-watchers a South American bird has traveled 7,000 miles and is now resided in the city’s Douglas Park. Teenage bird-watchers say they spotted the white-crested elaenia in Douglas Park and after the sighting uploaded photos of their find to the Illinois Birders’ Forum. Fellow birders confirmed brothers Aaron Gyllenhaal, 15, and Ethan Gyllenhaal, 16, finds after seeing the photos, although the American Birding Association has yet to confirm that the bird is an elaenia. The Sout [..]

WATCH Pitbull’s Video for ‘Men In Black 3’ Theme Song “Back in Time”

Published on 2012-04-25 15:35:49

Earlier this year, we announced that rapper Pitbull had been tapped to perform the theme song for the upcoming Men In Black 3. Last month, the rapper, whose real name is Armando C. Perez, stated: It’s an incredible honor to be a part of such an amazing franchise as Men in Black and I have so much respect for Will Smith, especially with our similar musical backgrounds. For “Back in Time,” Pitbull sampled Mickey & Sylvia’s 1950s hit “Love is Strange.” Now, check out the song and th [..]

Royal Caribbean’s Drag Queen-Filled Cruise Will Make Stop in Cozumel, Mexico

Published on 2012-04-25 15:13:44

Freedom of the Seas September 16 through 22 cruise will play host to the “Disco Queens on the High Seas”, a pageant for a half dozen drag queens. The western Caribbean cruise will feature nightly entertainment hosted by Darcel Steven and Orlando-area performers Ginger Minj, Chantel Reshae and Aysia Black, including a show titled “Broadway on the High Seas”. Other activities onboard include the 1st Miss High Seas 2012 Drag Pageant during the cruise, and the event will judged by [..]

Arizona’s SB1070 Get’s Its Day in Court, Won’t Change Anti-Latino Sentiment It Spawned

Published on 2012-04-25 14:53:14

The Supreme Court heard arguments today for and against Arizona’s two-year old immigration law known as SB1070.

Music Producer Emilio Estefan Partners with Target to Brings His Favorite Things

Published on 2012-04-25 00:26:34

Target Corp.

Blog del Narco: 17 Year old Girl Killed at Guerrero Checkpoint (Photo Warning)

Published on 2012-04-24 21:07:09

The woman, who died in a clash with the Mexican Army in the vicinity of Acapetlahuaya, was identified by her family and released for burial. The clash took place at the intersection in Acapetlahuaya, where military personnel had set up a checkpoint. Passing through the checkpoint, the suspects opened fire on the military. One minor female was shot in the head and killed. This woman was identified as Adriana Romero Jaimes 17, lived in El Naranjito, Tlatlaya municipality, State of Mexico. Her p [..]

Marc Anthony, Chayanne, Marco Antonio Solis Announce U.S. Tour

Published on 2012-04-24 20:06:55

Three Latino singers with towering international reputations - Marc Anthony, Chayanne and Marco Antonio Solis - will share the spotlight this summer on a tour of 14 American cities. The artists presented Monday in Miami plans for their Gigant3s tour and said how thrilled they were about presenting the show to U.S. audiences. Anthony said he was “very happy” to be able to go on tour with his fellow artists and noted that this kind of show “is a formula that works” becaus [..]

Hollywood Latinos Getting into the Dating Game Business

Published on 2012-04-24 15:50:57

Latino Hollywood stars, Eva Longoria and George Lopez, recently announced plans to get into the reality dating game craze through separate projects. Let’s forget the fact that both have failed marriages and rumors of non-regular dating habits – robbing the cradle for Longoria and amor with hookers for Lopez.

Cow Goes to McDonald’s to Protest Quality of Beef (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-04-24 15:42:52

Darcy, a cow in Brush Colorado, escaped from her pen and walked half a mile to the nearest McDonalds to protest the meat they use. Okay, maybe it’s just wishful thinking on our part that those were Darcy’s intentions. However, that does not change the fact the cow did chose to visit the nearest McDonald’s after giving her owners the slip. She walked through the drive through and lightly head butted the glass trying to get the employees attention. The owners were called by police and as [..]

Forget Drugs! The Most Dangerous Illegal Substance Coming Across the Border is Bologna! (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-04-24 15:19:30

According to a “Colbert Report Special Report,” drugs are not the greatest danger crossing the border. Smuggled Bologna is! Published in Notitas de Noticias

Woman Reunited with Dog after 3 weeks Gives Dog Back to Shelter

Published on 2012-04-24 14:30:00

The Bronx woman who was reunited with her lost dog after she spotted him on NBC’s “Today” on Friday was forced to return him earlier this week. Ruth Torres was separated from her Irish Wolfhound, Dusty, about three weeks ago when her brother took the dog. Torres didn’t know that Dusty was missing until she saw him on a “Today” segment about adopting abandoned dogs.

Immigrant Aid Group Defunded by Catholic Church for Support of Gay Immigrant Rights

Published on 2012-04-24 13:38:24

A not for profit group helping immigrants in southwestern Colorado will now have to look somewhere other than the Catholic church for funding after being denied funding as a result of its ties to a gay rights group.

Brazilian Actor dies after Accidentally Hanging Himself During Good Friday Reenactment

Published on 2012-04-24 13:20:47

Tiago Klimeck died on Sunday after spending over two weeks in a medically induced coma due to major brain injuries from a lack of oxygen after accidentally hanging himself during “The Passion of the Christ” on Good Friday.

STUDY:

Published on 2012-04-24 12:30:02

Hispanic people with lung cancer tend to live longer than white or black people with the disease, according to a new study. Researchers say Hispanics’ increased likelihood of survival may be due to genetic factors or environmental advantages, such as lower rates of tobacco use. In the study, the researchers examined diagnosis and survival data on cancer patients from a national database that pooled information from U.S. cancer registries. They identified 172,000 adults diagnosed with an [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Woman Guilty of Running Both Maid Service and Brothel with Undocumented Women

Published on 2012-04-24 00:17:05

Luiz M. Gutierrez, 56, of Marietta, pleaded guilty today in federal district court to conspiracy to entice individuals to cross state lines to engage in prostitution and to encourage and induce aliens to reside unlawfully in the United States. According to United States Attorney Yates, the charges, and other information presented in court: Gutierrez operated a house of prostitution in Marietta, Georgia, in which she employed illegal aliens, both as house caretakers and prostitutes. In addition [..]

States Pick Side in Arizona Immigration Debate before Supreme Court

Published on 2012-04-23 23:06:04

The U.S. Supreme Court case over Arizona’s latest anti-immigration law, scheduled for a hearing next week, hinges largely on the question of where states’ power over immigration ends and federal power begins. But in a sign of how contentious the case is, many states are supporting the federal government instead of Arizona. Eleven states, all represented by Democratic attorneys general, warned the justices that Arizona’s law reached too far and undermined the immigration policy of the Unit [..]

Rubio and Romney Together on the Campaign Trail

Published on 2012-04-23 22:35:31

As the Republican Party solidifies Romney as their choice for the GOP Presidential nominee, the time has come for his running mate to be chosen. So far, Senator Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) remains for many a very plausible pick besides Senator Rick Santorum (R-Pa.), who left the presidential race early this month. Rubio, however, tried to deter his focus from the VP race when he told CNN that he intends to “respect [the] process “of Romney’s choice. Rubio and Romney already began to hit the ca [..]

The Alignment Process

Published on 2012-04-23 22:15:02

A project I am doing at work has me thinking. I am working on a curriculum project that I think of as an alignment process.

Blog del Narco: Two Tortured and Executed in Nuevo Leon

Published on 2012-04-23 21:20:10

The bodies of two young men were found tortured and executed by soldiers yesterday in the back of a pickup truck in Cadereyta. On the west side of the road, the soldiers spotted a Ford Ranger abandoned white plates RG 11925, outside of 2 Brothers Ranch, where previously had been held the Western Rodeo El Mezcal. The vehicle was in the front to the south and both the hood and on the left side painted in black paint was the saying “pure Z”. Authorities did not specify if the dead we [..]

Jennifer Hudson Testifies at Murder Trial of Man Suspected of Killing 3 Members of Her Family

Published on 2012-04-23 20:06:45

Monday, singer and actress Jennifer Hudson took the stand in a Cook County court room for the trial of the man accused of killing multiple members of her family. Hudson testified that having known William Balfour, 30, since middle school, she never liked him. The Grammy winner’s dislike for him only increased when her sister Julia married Balfour and Hudson saw how terribly he treated her. In the end, Julia Hudson would leave Balfour, but the man prosecutors described as “jealous and vindi [..]

Cuban Actors Disappear after Arriving in U.S. For Tribeca Film Festival

Published on 2012-04-23 19:42:48

Two Cuban actors, stars of a film about the adventures of three young people trying to leave Cuba, disappeared over the weekend after setting foot on U.S. soil on their trip from the island to present the movie at New York’s Tribeca Film Festival, U.S. media outlets reported. Anailin de la Rua and Javier Nuñez Florian, both 20, left Cuba with other members of the cast to take part in the premiere of “Una Noche” (One Night) at the famed film festival, The Huffington Post repor [..]

Boston to Ensure Equal Opportunities for English Language Learner Students

Published on 2012-04-23 19:20:20

The Department of Justice and the Department of Education reached agreement with the Boston Public Schools (the district) and its superintendent today to ensure that English Language Learner (ELL) students in Boston receive the services and supports they need to overcome language barriers.

Five Puerto Rican High School Students Prepare for National Science Bowl

Published on 2012-04-23 19:04:58

Five students from Notre Dame High School in the San Juan suburb of Caguas will travel to Washington this week to represent Puerto Rico in the National Science Bowl. The competition, which is attended by more than 5,000 students and is organized by the U.S. Department of Energy, focuses on questions in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, earth sciences and astronomy. The concept of the contest is the same one behind the television program “Jeopardy,” in which a master of cere [..]

Latina Teen Who Faked Deadly Cancer and Raised $17,000 Arrested

Published on 2012-04-23 18:20:19

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Wal-Mart Facing Charges It Spent $24 Million in Bribes to Mexican Officials

Published on 2012-04-22 23:13:47

Wal-Mart said it is investigating its operations in Mexico for possible violations of U.S. laws prohibiting the paying of bribes to foreign officials. The admission that the investigation involves Mexico, after in December the firm acknowledged that it was investigating possible bribery, comes after The New York Times published an article on the case on Saturday. In that article, the paper says that the company has known since 2005 about the complaints of “widespread bribery” by it [..]

U.S. and Dominican Republic Formally Agree to Share Forfeited Assets

Published on 2012-04-22 20:05:19

Attorney General Eric Holder and Dominican Prosecutor General Radhamés Jiménez Peña met in Washington, D.C. this week, to sign a permanent agreement to share forfeited assets between the governments of the U.S. and the Dominican Republic. The permanent sharing agreement acknowledges the consistent forfeiture-related cooperation that United States authorities have received from the Dominican Republic and creates a more efficient process for sharing assets with the Dominican Republic. The perm [..]

Reaction to Senator Marco Rubio’s DREAM Act Proposal

Published on 2012-04-22 19:23:17

This is in response to Rubio’s and Romney’s DREAM Act proposal.

300 Well Preserved Pre-Historic Animal Fossils Found in Argentina

Published on 2012-04-22 18:24:10

Paleontologists found about 300 well-preserved fossils of pre-historic animals at two quarries outside Buenos Aires, Argentine officials said. The fossils were found by specialists from the University of La Plata in a 1,000 sq. meter (1,197 sq. yard) lot in Marcos Paz, a city about 40 kilometers (25 miles) from the capital. Paleontologists found everything “from (fossils of) a baby glyptodon to a complete herd of huge mastodons, the ancient relatives of today’s elephants,” Ma [..]

Bus Bombings in Colombia Leaves 8 Wounded

Published on 2012-04-22 17:11:13

At least eight people were injured by two bombs left, presumably by leftist rebels, on two public buses in Ibague, police in this southwestern Colombian city said Sunday. The bombs were relatively small ones that went off around midnight Saturday and early Sunday morning, Ibague Metropolitan Police commander Col. Fernando Murillo told reporters. The first blast injured seven people and occurred in the ground transport terminal in Ibague, the capital of Tolima province, Murillo said. The secon [..]

12-Year-Old Mexican Farmworker Gives Birth and Returns to Fields after Delivery

Published on 2012-04-22 14:45:46

A 12-year-old indigenous farmworker has given birth at a hospital in the northwestern Mexican city of Escuinapa, medical officials said. The girl, identified as Elodia, told doctors and nurses that she had continued to pick tomatoes and chili peppers in a valley outside that city in Sinaloa state until the final days of her pregnancy. A native of Tlapa in the mountains of the southern state of Guerrero, Elodia was only able to answer a few questions from the staff at the Escuinapa General Hosp [..]

In the Last Four Years 80,000 Migrants Kidnapped and Killed in Mexico

Published on 2012-04-22 12:44:53

“The country is currently experiencing the worst historical humanitarian crisis with regards to migration.”

Mixtec Indians Give Concert Blending Ancient Melodies with Beatles Tunes

Published on 2012-04-22 11:43:41

More than 50 young Mixtec Indians gave a concert in the western Mexican city of Guadalajara, in which they fused their ancestral musical tradition with melodies made famous by the legendary British rock group The Beatles. With instruments typical of the Mixtec culture rooted in the southern state of Oaxaca, such as the tuba and accordion, the members of the Yaandavi Symphonic Orchestra on Friday performed songs like “Yesterday” and “All You Need Is Love” in the Pedro Arr [..]

EXTREME TRAFFICKING:

Published on 2012-04-22 10:42:13

A 37-year-old man posing as a taxi driver was arrested by police after he was discovered to have possession of 15 kilos of marijuana in Mariano Matamoros, a colony in Tijuana, Mexico. According to officials , the man was detained between Javier Mina Street and Casa Blanca Boulevard during a routine sweep. As soon as they police inspected the vehicle, they found the 15 kilos. After questioning the accused, he detailed that he used the taxi to trick officials that he was just a common public ser [..]

Underwear Thief Arrested in Chile, Sexually Abused Women to Get their Panties

Published on 2012-04-22 09:44:18

Chilean police arrested a student who sexually assaulted women in order to steal their underwear, who according to officials had accumulated over 500 pairs of panties. The 23-year-old, whose identity wasn’t released, was charged with multiple counts of assault and sexual attacks in Los Angeles, a city south of Santiago, during the last few months. Officials say that his calling card and habit after the attacks was forcing his victims to handover their panties. The accused also would rob unde [..]

Latina Institute Applauds Move to Restore Care for Undocumented Pregnant Women

Published on 2012-04-21 20:44:12

On Wednesday, Nebraska lawmakers voted to override the governor’s veto when they restored funding for maternity care for undocumented women—based on the premise that while a pregnant woman herself is ineligible for benefits, the fetus she carries can be enrolled in public health insurance. “This is a good policy with a bad justification. We support programs that extend care to all pregnant women, including undocumented women,” said Jessica González-Rojas, executive director of the Nati [..]

Harvard’s Latino Problem: After Forty Years, a Latino Studies Center is Still Missing on Campus

Published on 2012-04-21 19:05:26

This weekend’s 15th Annual Latino Law Policy and Business Conference celebrated the rise of Latinos in the U.S. and Latin America, but also revealed Harvard’s most glaring weakness: After forty years, a Latino Studies Center is still missing on campus. Among the topics discussed at the Conference, which featured former U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzalez, was a session focused on the possibility of a Latino Studies Center at Harvard and hosted by the Harvard Latino Student Alliance, a un [..]

CESAR MILLAN ‘DOG WHISPERER’ Divorce Settled- Cesar rakes in $170,000/month

Published on 2012-04-21 17:47:08

‘Dog Whisperer’ Cesar Millan and his wife Ilusion announced in June 2010 that they were calling it quits. Cesar wrote on his website then: We are sad to announce that after 16 years of marriage we have decided to file for divorce. The decision was made after much consideration and time. We remain caring friends, and are fully committed to the co-parenting of our two boys. Cesar Milan is divorced now and the details are out. The final divorce docs which were just filed, and they [..]

Closure of Rio Huge Dump Leaves 1200+ Scavengers Without Livelihood

Published on 2012-04-21 17:04:17

The closure of Latin America’s largest dump will put some 1,200 people out of work who live by selling the reusable goods they find among the 8,400 tons of trash produced daily by Brazil’s second city. The city dump with the bucolic name of Gramacho Garden occupies an enormous expanse of fields in the Rio suburb of Duque de Caxias next to Guanabara Bay, an ecologically rich marine site that contrasts with the mountains of garbage dumped every day by scores of trucks on the land bord [..]

Have U.S. Border Agents been Using Excessive Force to Curb Illegal Immigration? New Video Emerges

Published on 2012-04-21 15:58:35

The death of Anastasio Hernandez-Rojas, which garnered national media attention in 2010, has re-entered the limelight after PBS unearthed new footage of the incident between the Mexican citizen and border patrol agents. In June of 2010, Hernandez-Rojas was struck with a baton by one border patrol officer and tased with a stun gun with another, after resisting deportation on the U.S.-Mexico border. He died shortly after the incident. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) insisted that Hernandez-R [..]

Blog del Narco: Body Found in Canal ( Warning Gruesome Picture)

Published on 2012-04-21 15:14:17

The body of a man in a state of decomposition and at least one bullet wound was found this week on a roadside Altamirano-Cutzamala de Pinzon, within a strip of territory in the municipality of San Lucas, Michoacán. The body was found in an irrigation canal in the community of Santa Cruz de Villagomez in the municipality of San Lucas, Micoacán . Officers from the Ministerial Headquarters Riva Palacio reported that the subject’s body was found in the irrigation canal. At first sight had [..]

Dancing With the Stars Find Their Inner Latin Lover with the Samba, Salsa, or Argentine Tango

Published on 2012-04-21 14:52:25

Tears were flowing as Sherri Shepherd was eliminated from the competition last week and everyone knows that they aren’t safe. With the performances themed to Latin music, the celebrities have to find their rhythm to impress the judges and America. The heat was turned up even more as Santana performed, bringing even more Latin heat to the dance floor. Jaleel & Kym - Samba - After having a lackluster tango, Kym tried to make sure that his scores improved by making sure that Jaleel could sha [..]

Mexican Indians Free 14 Police and 2 Government Officials Held Hostages

Published on 2012-04-21 14:15:17

Fourteen police and two government officials taken prisoner by a group of Indians in the western Mexican state of Michoacan were released on Friday as talks resumed between authorities and indigenous leaders. The cops and state officials were seized early Thursday while investigating the deaths of eight people in armed clashes in Cheran, a rebel municipality in Michoacan. The freed captives are in good health and have already been reunited with their families, a state government source told Ef [..]

Panetta Reaches Out to Latin American Partners Post Scandal (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-04-21 12:53:26

U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta heads to South America as part of Washington’s efforts to build partnerships in the region in the fight against drug trafficking and terrorism.

52.1% of Latinos Said They Have Been Targets of Workplace Bullying

Published on 2012-04-21 12:09:12

Workplace bullying is on the rise in the United States amid the country’s economic woes and particularly afflicts Hispanics, experts told Efe. Waldemar Serrano-Burgos, a life and business coach in Florida, said that Hispanics are particularly vulnerable to bullying because so many are dependent on a work visa and others are in the country illegally. “A supervisor or a boss who constantly picks on whatever an employee does badly, who never has a good word to say about his work, who [..]

Blog del Narco: Two Men Tortured with Acid and Killed in Acapulco

Published on 2012-04-20 21:08:37

The bodies of two men were found with gunshot wounds in the morning on the sidewalk of the street Ricardo Flores Magon, Acapulco The bodies were reported around three in the morning and the victims presented visible signs of torture and had bandaged faces, they also had acid burns on their bodies. One of the victims also had his left his hands and feet tied back. Ministry officials also found at least three shell casings 9 mm casings and a serrated knife. The men are approximately 30 years [..]

Chicago Police Shutter Gang-Controlled Drug Market in Ogden District

Published on 2012-04-20 20:19:03

Community Discusses Measures to Restore and Maintain Neighborhood Today, Superintendent Garry F. McCarthy announced the results of an ongoing narcotics investigation that effectively targeted and removed gang members from the streets and recovered an array of contraband, including drugs, a firearm, illicit cash and two stolen vehicles. Superintendent McCarthy was joined by community members, local officials, and clergy to discuss measures to restore and maintain the neighborhood. The two-month [..]

Unnamed Single Mother Wins $8 Million Puerto Rico Lottery on her Birthday

Published on 2012-04-20 19:12:02

A Puerto Rican woman raising two children on her own was the lucky winner of an $8-million prize in the $24-million Electronic Lottery drawing held in San Juan this week. The woman, whose name is being withheld, said Friday in an interview on WKAQ 580 radio that for the moment she’ll keep her present job, from which she earns around $40,000 a year. She said that among the whims she will allow herself thanks to the prize will be the purchase of an SUV and a trip with her 16-year-old daugh [..]

Meet Richard Carmona, the Candidate Obama Wants to be the Next Arizona Senator

Published on 2012-04-20 17:14:44

Former U.S. Surgeon General, Richard Carmona, is President Obama’s choice to fill the U.S. Senate seat in Arizona to replace retiring Republican Senator Jon Kyl. So who is this 62-year-old? At the age of 16, Puerto Rican-blooded Carmona dropped out of high school and enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1967 where he earned his GED. He went on to join the U.S. Army Special Forces, become a combat-decorated Vietnam veteran, and begin his career in medicine as a Special Forces medic. After active duty [..]

“UndocuMemes”: Can Immigration Issues the DREAM Act be Funny?

Published on 2012-04-20 15:21:20

Dubbed “UndocuMemes,” memes geared toward those fighting laws pertaining to immigration and the DREAM Act, are quickly gaining popularity. A project of DreamActivist.org, UndocuMemes are described as “memes about immigration, activism, and being tired of the f*cking bullsh*t. DreamActivist.org is a multicultural, migrant youth-led, social media hub for the movement to pass the DREAM Act and pursue the enactment of other forms of legislation that aim to mend the broken immigrat [..]

Taco ‘Bout Success: The Taco Bell Takeover (Infographic)

Published on 2012-04-20 14:36:37

If you’re like most college students, chances are you’ve indulged in at least one late-night fast food run during your college career. Each year, Americans spend over $110 billion on fast food alone, but the Taco Bell empire has long been a fan favorite. The first Taco Bell opened in Downey, California on March 21, 1962, taking its name from 23-year-old founder Glen Bell. March of this year marked Taco Bell’s 50th anniversary of serving up tasty burritos, tacos, nachos, and more to hungry [..]

Latino Blotter: Machete Attack Leads to Severed Hands of Ex-Girlfriend

Published on 2012-04-20 14:02:09

Lawyer for Armando Vergara-Martinez (49) announced that the accused would plead guilty to attempted murder and avoid trial in a machete attack against his ex-girlfriend. The attack resulted in Maria Del Carmen Gomez (53) two hands being severed. Although surgeons reattached Gomez’s hands, Gomez still cannot perform basic tasks such as feeding herself. She also expressed concern for her now inability to care for her brother who suffered a stroke. “What can you do without your hands? Tell [..]

Selena Gomez & The Scene Debut NEW Video for “Hit the Lights” (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-04-20 14:01:07

Though Selena Gomez & The Scene released a video for their song “Hit the Lights” back in November, the group released a second video for it. When she released the first video, Gomez said, “This video is more organic than anything I’ve done before. It’s about being with people you love and enjoying the moment and embracing the moment you’re in your life.” Titled “Selena Gomez & The Scene – Hit the Lights (Version 2)” the new video depicts Selena and her bandmates out partyin [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Woman Steals Jewerly From Kids, Sentenced to 1 Year

Published on 2012-04-20 13:13:37

For stealing jewelry from young girls, Sandra Lizbeth Contreras-Velasquez was sentenced to a year in jail. Contreras-Velasquez, 28, admitted to police see had stolen jewelry from students at least six elementary schools in the San Jose area. She reportedly approached the girls outside their schools and claim herself a family friend. Many times she was remove their real gold jewelry and replace it with costume pieces. The thefts She was arrested in December and charged with 6 counts of grand t [..]

Tragic Double Slaying of Latino Family Announced by 9-Year-Old in School

Published on 2012-04-20 12:15:51

This Monday when a 9-year-old arrived at school in the morning he told his teachers that his father had killed both his mother and older sister that very morning. The home, which was less than a mile away, was quickly labeled a murder scene when police officers arrived at the guidance of the young boy. There they found the bludgeoned bodies of Ignacia Martinez (38) and Karla Martinez (10), who was also raped. An injured man believed to be the father, and an unharmed 5 year-old boy were also fou [..]

Obama’s Reelection Campaign Launches Spanish-Language Ads in Florida, Nevada and Colorado

Published on 2012-04-18 23:28:37

President Barack Obama’s re-election campaign said the Hispanic vote will be a “deciding” element in the upcoming election and, to capture it in November, on Wednesday launched a barrage of Spanish-language radio and television ads in Florida, Nevada and Colorado. “It’s no secret that Latinos will be (a) deciding factor in this election,” Obama campaign manager Jim Messina said in a conference call with the media to introduce “Latinos for Obama.” [..]

Blog del Narco: Shooting in Streets Kills 3- Including 10 Year Old

Published on 2012-04-18 21:09:30

Shooting erupted on the streets of the colony of Royal Villas, where he executed three people, including 10 year old, while the Governor’s bodyguard was wounded. Gunfire on the streets of Maple and Onyx, riddled three people with bullets depriving all three of them of life. Two adults and 10-year-old boy where killed. The Governor’s Escort, was traveling around the place and tried to confront the killers, and was slightly injured. Read more in Spanish at Blog del Narco Pub [..]

Madigan Announces $20M in Funding for Legal Aid Services in IL to Assist Struggling Homeowners

Published on 2012-04-18 20:10:50

Attorney General Lisa Madigan announced that $20 million in funding from the national foreclosure settlement reached this year will be given to legal assistance programs in Illinois to address the current foreclosure crisis and to provide access to the justice system for homeowners and renters. “The one sector of our economy that has shown limited signs of recovery is the housing market,” Madigan said. “Providing critical resources for legal assistance programs will create a domino effect [..]

Gay Activists Protest Annulment of Marriages in Cancun- Annulment Pursued by Uninvolved Party

Published on 2012-04-18 20:02:21

Gay rights groups have launched a campaign to protest the annulment of two same-sex marriages performed last November in the Mexican Caribbean resort city of Cancun. “We just left the prosecutor’s office, where we filed a discrimination complaint over the annulment of our marriage, (a move) that lacks all legal reasoning and is an act of homophobia,” Sergio Monje, whose marriage was one of those annulled, said. The complaint was filed on Tuesday afternoon at the Quintana Roo [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Mexican Citizen Arrested for Killing Ex-Girlfriend in India

Published on 2012-04-18 19:17:58

Martin Manrique, a Mexican citizen, has been arrested for the killing of his Mexican ex-girlfriend, Cecile Denise Acosta Reinaud, in India, a police spokesman told Efe on Wednesday. “Mr. Manrique has confessed that he ended her life during an argument with the deceased over custody of their 6-year-old daughter,” Madurai police chief Bala Naga said. The 36-year-old Acosta, who had dual French-Mexican citizenship, threatened to take the little girl to France, triggering a fight that [..]

Admitted Child Rapist Asks to be Deported Rather Than Serve a Jail Sentence in the U.S.

Published on 2012-04-18 17:10:51

An admitted child rapist who was also an undocumented immigrant hailing from Mexico has asked the courts to deport him rather than force him to serve a jail sentence. Juan Gonzalez, 22, admitted to raping a young boy and a 3-year-old girl in 2005, and she was arrested in 2010 for raping a 6-year-old girl. Gonzalez was reportedly not deported in 2005, because New Mexico’s Children, Youth and Families Department had a policy of not reporting illegal immigrants who had committed serious crimes [..]

Mexican Arrested for Killing Ex-Girlfriend, Cecile Denise Acosta Reinaud, in India

Published on 2012-04-18 15:52:55

Martin Manrique, a Mexican citizen, has been arrested for the killing of his Mexican ex-girlfriend, Cecile Denise Acosta Reinaud, in India, a police spokesman told Efe on Wednesday. “Mr. Manrique has confessed that he ended her life during an argument with the deceased over custody of their 6-year-old daughter,” Madurai police chief Bala Naga said. The 36-year-old Acosta, who had dual French-Mexican citizenship, threatened to take the little girl to France, triggering a fight that [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Barking Dogs Lead Police to Escaped Inmate, Marco Cabrera

Published on 2012-04-18 15:23:57

For nearly 24 hours, California police were scouring the Folsom area looking for escaped prison inmate Marco Cabrera. Officials say the 32-year-old was discovered missing Sunday night during a routine head count at around 9 p.m. Cabrera was being held at California State Prison-Sacramento’s minimum security facility. Cabrera reportedly left the facility and stole a car about three miles from the prison. Neighbors of the victim used their vehicles to block Cabrera after he hit a water main wi [..]

VENEZUELA: Chavez ‘Cancer Travel’ to Cuba Has Cost the Country $12 million in Less Than a Year

Published on 2012-04-18 14:30:19

According Carlos Berrizbeitia, a political opponent of the Venezuelan President, Hugo Chavez’s cancer treatment has cost the country millions of dollars. Between travel for both himself and his delegation to Cuba as well as whatever medical treatment he is receiving, Chavez has reportedly cost Venezuela $12 million. Air travel to Havana alone has cost the country $1.7 million says Berrizbeitia. At a meeting of the Venezuelan National Assembly, Berrizbeitia stated that the health of the Presi [..]

Miami School Board Honors DREAM Act Valedictorian Who Faced Deportation

Published on 2012-04-18 14:22:45

A Florida high school student and class valedictorian who just a couple of months ago faced deportation was honored this week by the school’s board. Daniela Pelaez and her sister Dayana of Miami were facing deportation back to Colombia, a country they came from when Daniela was just four-years old.

750,000 School Suspension in California, 41% Blacks, Latinos & Whites Each Represent 21%

Published on 2012-04-17 22:18:47

A new report from the Center for Civil Rights Remedies at the Civil Rights Project, Suspended Education in California’s Public Schools, estimates that more than 400,000 students were suspended and removed from classrooms at least one time during the 2009-10 school year in California – enough to fill every seat in all the professional baseball and football stadiums in the state. The California Department of Education reports over 750,000 total suspensions for the same year. These two estimat [..]

Blog del Narco- Shooting Breaks out at Dance, Panic Ensues

Published on 2012-04-17 20:46:01

Hysteria erupted yesterday just before midnight in the community El Carrizal Grande, located in Irapuato, Guanajuato, where there was a shooting that sparked panic. Community residents were celebrating the closing of the religious celebration of the Lord of Mercy, when they suddenly heard gunshot blasts and hysteria broke out as people tried to protect themselves and loved ones from bullets. Witnesses said those responsible for causing the terror were the brothers Jose Manuel Enrique Vazquez an [..]

April is Fair Housing Month: Rhetoric Becomes Reality, Affecting Housing Choice

Published on 2012-04-17 20:33:36

Latinos Overwhelmingly Target of National Origin Housing Discrimination in Illinois, per HUD data While 44 years have passed since April 1968’s milestone federal Fair Housing Act, an estimated four million violations of the law continue to occur each year. And although only a fraction of those violations actually get reported—less than 30,000 according to a 2010 estimate by the National Fair Housing Alliance—data indicate that a combined 56 percent of the bases for complaints filed over [..]

Maya 2012 Exhibit at Penn Museum to be Inaugurated by Honduran President Sosa

Published on 2012-04-17 20:29:09

Did the Maya believe the world would end in December 2012? With MAYA 2012: Lords of Time—a world premiere exhibition opening May 5th—the Penn Museum confronts the current fascination with the year 2012, comparing predictions of a world-transforming apocalypse with their supposed origins in the ancient Maya civilization. The exhibition is presented in partnership with the Instituto Hondureño de Antropologia e Historia of the Republic of Honduras, and runs through January 13, 2013. His Exce [..]

Cable Network Mun2’s New Programs Created For Bilingual Hispanic Adults

Published on 2012-04-17 19:54:53

Cable network mun2 on Tuesday announced the launching of new leisure programming for 2012 oriented toward satisfying the growing audience of young, bilingual Hispanic adults. “Having my own television series that will be called ‘El Proyecto de La Chiquis’ is something I didn’t expect,” Janney Marin Rivera, known by the stage name of La Chiquis and daughter of singer Jenni Rivera, told Efe. “Via this reality show I hope to be able to teach many positive thing [..]

New “Che”

Published on 2012-04-17 19:51:09

The most famous photo ever taken of Ernesto “Che” Guevara was shot by Alberto Korda in 1960, an image so endlessly reproduced it became not only a political icon but a marketing and advertising asset. That photo is the point of departure for the new graphic novel about the “Comandante” now being published in Spanish. “We were convinced that if we wanted to tell Che’s story, we’d have to find a new perspective and something that would help make readers a [..]

Is There a Serial Killer in Juarez? Multiple Remains Found Were Girls, Women - Only Half Identified

Published on 2012-04-17 19:34:06

Authorities have discovered that the bodies of 12 people found in troubled Ciudad Juarez over the last few months are those of girls and women, leading many to worry that young females are being specifically targeted. In a statement Monday, the special prosecutor assigned to investigate crimes against women (created when authorities failed to solve earlier slayings) said DNA testing was used to identify the remains of six of the victims. It was determined that the victims were between the ages [..]

Republican National Committee Upping Latino Outreach Efforts in Swing States

Published on 2012-04-17 15:49:51

On Monday the Republican National Committee announced the addition of six state directors whose jobs it will be to help Republicans court Latino and Hispanic voters ahead of the general election. “Working closely with the RNC and our Hispanic Outreach Director Bettina Inclán, these political professionals will play a critical role in engaging Hispanic voters in spreading the Republican message and important Get Out The Vote efforts,” RNC Chairman Reince Priebus said in a statement. [..]

Ronaldo and Messi Each Reach La Liga Record with 41 Goals

Published on 2012-04-17 14:45:24

In separate games Saturday rivals Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi scored goals that made each of them the new record holders for most goals in a Spanish league season. Ronaldo was up first as Real Madrid faced off against Sporting Gijon. By the end of the match, Ronaldo had scored his 53rd goal of the season, and his record-setting 41st goal in Spain’s La Liga. Madrid beat Gijon 3-1. Less than two hours later however, Argentine striker Lionel Messi and Barcelona took on Levante UD. Me [..]

Latinas Disproportionally Impacted by Unequal Pay - 10 Startling Facts

Published on 2012-04-17 13:41:05

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Border Patrol Rescue Undocumented Border Crossers in Peril

Published on 2012-04-16 23:49:18

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Air and Marine (OAM) and El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents worked together to rescue two distressed illegal aliens who had lost their way in the mountains. The incident occurred Tuesday morning at approximately 8:45 a.m., after Mexican authorities contacted the El Centro Sector Border Patrol concerning two men who placed a distress telephone call. The men stated they ran out of water and were wandering lost in a mountainous area. At approximatel [..]

Blog del Narco: Drug Cartel Boss Captured Returning from Cancun Vacation for 80

Published on 2012-04-16 20:58:56

This last week, members of the Federal forces, supported by members of the Ministerial Police, conducted a major operation in Monterrey International Airport, where they managed to capture a leader of the Gulf Cartel. The boss was identified as Osiel Azael Gonzalez Salas, who was accompanied by 11 offenders of his criminal drug cartel.

13 Cuban Migrants Transferred over to Colombian Immigration Authorities

Published on 2012-04-16 20:13:08

The Colombian navy found 13 illegal Cuban migrants who were traveling on a boat in Colombian territorial waters in the Gulf of Uraba, officials said Monday. The Cubans were on board a fishing boat that was intercepted off the coast near Titumate, a village in Choco province near the border with Panama. The migrants had set sail from Turbo, a port in the neighboring province of Antioquia and were headed for Acandi, Choco, navy Lt. Cmdr. Carlos Alberto Serrano said in a communique. The Cubans i [..]

Kelsey Grammer Gets 4th Wife’s Name Tattooed by Logan Square Artist

Published on 2012-04-16 20:12:49

A tattoo shop in Chicago’s predominantly Puerto Rican neighborhood of Logan Square (Humboldt Park) had a celebrity patron over the weekend. Former “Cheer” and “Frasier” star Kelsey Grammer reportedly walked into Insight Studios tattoo shop to get a questionable tattoo on his hip. Now married for the fourth time to Kayte Walsh, Grammer was so in love that he decided to have the wife’s name tattooed near his waistline. Being his first tattoo, Grammer, 57, reportedly told 23-year-old [..]

Today’s Show Natalie Morales Wages War on Kathy Griffin – Allegedly

Published on 2012-04-16 19:21:53

In an USA Today interview, celebrity bashing comedienne Kathy Griffin announced Natalie Morales of The Today Show has banned her.

Isabella Castillo Wins Nobel Kids’ Choice Award for Nickelodeon Latin America’s “Grachi”

Published on 2012-04-16 19:11:46

Isabella Castillo, the star of the Nickelodeon Latin America fantasy television series “Grachi,” has become the first Latina to receive a Kids’ Choice Award. “Honestly, I didn’t think I was going to win. But this has proven to me that I have marvelous fans on whom I can count,” the 17-year-old actress and singer, who won in the Favorite Latino Artist category for her role as a romantic and dreamy teenage witch, said. Born in Cuba, Castillo grew up in a famil [..]

Kelsey Grammer Gets 4th Wife’s Name Tattooed by Chicago Area Artist

Published on 2012-04-16 17:18:51

A tattoo shop in Chicago’s predominantly Puerto Rican neighborhood of Logan Square (Humboldt Park) had a celebrity patron over the weekend. Former “Cheer” and “Frasier” star Kelsey Grammer reportedly walked into Insight Studios tattoo shop to get a questionable tattoo on his hip. Now married for the fourth time to Kayte Walsh, Grammer was so in love that he decided to have the wife’s name tattooed near his waistline. Being his first tattoo, Grammer, 57, reportedly told 23-year-old [..]

New Bottles for Dos Equis Ambar Recalled For Fear of Breaking Glass

Published on 2012-04-16 15:19:50

Last week, Heineken USA announced a voluntary recall of several products and packages in specific states due to a defect in the 12-ounce brown bottles used for certain batches of Carta Blanca and Dos Equis Ambar. As a result of the recall, the ads for Dos Equis Ambar have been pulled, though the “Most Interesting Man in the World” TV spots for the regular Dos Equis brand will remain, as the defect is not present with the original. The affected bottles were produced by a third party [..]

Should Undocumented Immigrant Jose Godinez-Samperio Be Admiited to Florida Bar?

Published on 2012-04-16 14:18:22

Jose Godinez-Samperio was valedictorian of his high school class in 2004. He graduated at the top of his class from the Florida State University College of Law and he passed the Bar exam. It would seem the 25-year-old had done everything required to become a lawyer. However, there remains one thing in his way, his immigration status. When Godinez-Samperio nine years, his parents brought him to the United States on a tourist visa from Mexico. The family overstayed their visas and have been liv [..]

Sister Maria Ines Teresa Arias to be Beatified in Mexico

Published on 2012-04-16 13:20:56

Sister Maria Ines Teresa Arias (1904-1981), the Mexican nun who founded the Congregation of Poor Clare Missionary Sisters, will be beatified at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Catholic Church said. The nun, born in Ixtlan del Rio, Nayarit state, dedicated her life to missionary work and now becomes the fourth Mexican woman to be beatified. Those previously designated as “blessed” are Maria de Jesus Sacramentado (1868-1959), Maria Vicenta Chavez Orozco (1867-1949), founde [..]

U.S. - Colombia Announce Increase in Visa Validity from Five to Ten Years

Published on 2012-04-15 23:10:03

The State Department announced an increase in the validity of visas for Colombians traveling on a temporary basis to the United States from five years to ten years. This means that most Colombian applicants who qualify for a B-category non-immigrant visa may be issued a 120-month, multiple-entry visa. This extension of visa validity is supporting of the expanding partnership between the United States and Colombia on a broad array of issues, which has resulted in increased exchanges for tourism [..]

Two Motorcyclist in Northern Mexico Charged with Terrorism for Noisy Exhausts

Published on 2012-04-15 21:58:25

Two motorcyclists leaving work in the northern Mexico city of San Luis Potosi were charged with terrorism after their loud exhaust pipes backfired and caused a panicked stampede.

Daughter of Carolina Herrera Launches New Handbag Line

Published on 2012-04-15 20:19:11

Carolina Herrera Baez, daughter of Venezuelan designer Carolina Herrera, just celebrated the launch of her new design for the CH Carolina Herrera brand: the spring 2012 capsule Mini Matryoshka handbag collection.

Immigrant Advocates Want Central American Origins to be Listed on 2020 Census

Published on 2012-04-15 19:06:48

Immigrant-advocacy groups say Central American countries should be listed on the 2020 U.S. Census questionnaire to more accurately determine the number of individuals with roots in that region. “In late May of this year, we and other Central American activists will meet with Census officials to demand they add each of the Central American countries to the 2020 Census form,” Francisco Rivera, president of the National Central American Roundtable, told Efe. “We have a grievance [..]

Latino Sports Commentary:

Published on 2012-04-15 15:44:01

Here at HS News we really enjoyed Julio Paban, from Latino Sports, take on Ozzie Guillen that we asked permission to republish.

First Tax Fraud Conviction in Costa Rica’s History, 10 Year Sentence

Published on 2012-04-15 14:34:40

Maira Marlene Zamora Alvarado, will spend the next ten years in prison and pay a fine of $180 million colones, after being found guilty of tax fraud in Costa Rica.

Penelope Cruz Has ‘Other Priorities’ Than Making Films

Published on 2012-04-15 12:38:26

Spanish actress Penelope Cruz says that in the immediate future she will make only one or two films per year, since now she has “other priorities” after the birth of her first child with husband and fellow thespian Javier Bardem. “Maybe I’ll make one movie a year, maybe two, but it’s not going to be more than that because I have other priorities now,” said Cruz in an interview for the May issue of Harper’s Bazaar, which on Tuesday published an excerpt o [..]

Chavez Skips Out on Summit of Americas, In Cuba for More Cancer Treatments

Published on 2012-04-15 11:30:03

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez is in Cuba again for more radiation therapy after he was operated on in February for a new cancerous tumor. Cuban media reported on Sunday that Chavez had returned to the island, where he was greeted by the country’s first vice president, Jose Ramon Machado Ventura, in contrast to earlier occasions on which President Raul Castro had awaited him on the tarmac of the Jose Marti international airport. The Venezuelan leader’s latest trip to the island c [..]

Mexico Launches Hot Line for Child at Risk of Violence, Abuse

Published on 2012-04-15 10:38:52

Violence in all its forms is a daily problem for Mexican children,” we are dealing with a silent plague, which very few times is reported and therefore there are no certain figures,” reports the Catholic agency Agenzia Fides. To address this problem, the civil association Nuestro Hogar Mexico (ANAR), has promoted a phone line, free and confidential to give support to children who are in risky situations, to offer them psychological, social and legal support. The Teléfono ANAR Méx [..]

Kidnapped Energy Workers in Peru are Released Unharmed

Published on 2012-04-15 09:46:27

Kidnappers on Saturday freed dozens of gas company contractors they had held hostage for five days in the jungles of southeastern Peru’s Cuzco region, the government said on Facebook. “Peru’s presidency can report that the release of the 36 hostages occurred because the terrorists pressured by the siege fled and abandoned them,” the government said. Minutes later, the Defense Ministry released a statement saying that no ransom was paid for the workers’ release. T [..]

Andy Garcia Thrilled to Film in Mexico’s Historical Sites in Upcoming “For Greater Glory” (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-04-14 22:46:23

Actor Andy Garcia told Efe on Friday that it was “wonderful” to be able to shoot his upcoming film, “For Greater Glory,” amid Mexico’s historical landmarks. The feature film, to premiere in the United States on June 1, is set in the 1926-1929 Cristero War that broke out following an uprising of religious orders against anti-clerical measures imposed by the Mexican government. Garcia, who is in Miami promoting the movie, said he plays Gen. Enrique Gorostieta Velard [..]

Spanish King Juan Carlos Breaks Hip on Elephant Hunting Trip in Africa

Published on 2012-04-14 21:06:05

Spain’s King Juan Carlos broke his hip during a trip in Africa. The royal palace released the statement on Saturday, confirming that it was an accidental fall during a private trip in Botswana. The AFP reports that the palace said that the 74-year-old king underwent surgery. Spanish media has been reporting that he was in Botswana on an elephant hunting trip, but the palace did not confirm that. According to CNN, the king fractured three fragments of his right hip. He had reconstruction surg [..]

Report: Marc Anthony wanted to reconcile with Jennifer Lopez

Published on 2012-04-14 18:52:23

Marc Anthony finally filed for divorce from Jennifer Lopez this week, over eight months after they made their separation public. A possible reason for this might have been that Anthony was hoping that the two might reconcile, but Lopez chose Casper Smart before giving Anthony the chance. Sources for Earsucker say that Anthony and Lopez met a few weeks ago to discuss their separation, with Anthony leaving it up to Lopez to reconcile. However, she decided that the marriage should end, since she a [..]

Guayabera by Raul Guerrero

Published on 2012-04-14 18:00:19

Once upon a time, Vice President Dan Quayle, on his way to an official visit to Latin America, lamented not having taken Latin in high school to communicate with his hosts in their native language. President Obama, on the other hand, has mastered key vocabulary in Spanish for the 6th Cumbre de las Américas, the Hemispheric Summit taking place in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. Most probably will say: Gracias, Cien años de soledad es una de las mejores novelas de todos los tiempos. Each Head of [..]

Remains of Priestess of the 13th Century Lambayeque Culture Found in Peru

Published on 2012-04-14 17:10:03

Researchers at the Chotuna-Chornancap archaeological digs near the Peruvian city of Chiclayo have found the funerary remains of a woman who was a priestess of the Lambayeque or Sican culture, the project director, Carlos Wester La Torre, told Efe. The preliminary conclusion of physical anthropologist Mario Millones is that this was a woman between 25-30 years old who lived during the second half of the 13th century A.D. in the waning days of that culture on Peru’s northern coast, whose mo [..]

Casa Mexico City in Chicago Saturday May 5th Cinco de Mayo

Published on 2012-04-14 15:47:22

Casa Ciudad de México en Chicago (Casa Mexico City in Chicago) invites you to join us in celebrating Cinco de Mayo with Hispanic Pro Saturday May 5, 2012 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Vertigo Sky Lounge, 2 West Erie Street Early bird online ticket price: only $15.00 (purchase by Sunday 4/15) After 4/15 online ticket price is only $20.00 CLICK FOR ALL THE CINCO DE MAYO DETAILS Saludos, Casa Ciudad de México en Chicago Casa Mexico City in Chicago 314 W. Institute Place Chicago IL 60610 Publish [..]

3 in Brazil Accused of Putting Murder Victims Flesh in Empanadas to Eat

Published on 2012-04-14 14:45:16

Three people accused of killing at least three women in the northeastern Brazilian state of Pernambuco said they ate some of their victims’ flesh and also used it to make the empanadas they sold to their neighbors, police said Friday. The accused, a man and two women, were arrested Wednesday in Garanhuns, 234 kilometers (145 miles) from Recife, the state capital, and said they belonged to a sect that received orders from a “voice” to do away with women they considered evil. T [..]

Guayabera by Raul Guerrero

Published on 2012-04-14 13:40:57

Once upon a time, Vice President Dan Quayle, on his way to an official visit to Latin America, lamented not having taken Latin in high school to communicate with his hosts in their native language. President Obama, on the other hand, has mastered key vocabulary in Spanish for the 6th Cumbre de las Américas, the Hemispheric Summit taking place in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. Most probably will say: Gracias, Cien años de soledad es una de las mejores novelas de todos los tiempos. Each Head of [..]

Latin American Women-Owned Businesses Get a Boost with $55 Million in Financing

Published on 2012-04-14 12:43:32

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Multilateral Investment Fund (MIF), will provide up to $55 million to help financial intermediaries in Latin America and the Caribbean implement lending models that support growth in women’s businesses. The initiative, called women enterpreneurshipBanking, aims to provide incentives to banks and other financial intermediaries to test innovative, inclusive lending models for women-owned small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The IDB’s Structur [..]

NCLR REPORT:

Published on 2012-04-14 11:43:23

Countering popular assumptions that Hispanics are more anti-gay than other segments of society, a new report co-released by NCLR (National Council of La Raza) and Social Science Research Solutions (SSRS) finds that Latinos are, in fact, as open and tolerant, if not more tolerant, than the general population in the U.S. toward gays and lesbians. The report, LGBT Acceptance and Support: The Hispanic Perspective, offers an in-depth look at how Latinos view gays and lesbians within their own commu [..]

What’s a Mom Worth? Check Out Annual Salary Here

Published on 2012-04-14 01:12:56

With Mother’s Day less than a month away, moms are top of mind. This week, Salary.com released its yearly average for what stay-at-home and working mothers would make if they were paid an annual salary for their work. “The data really speaks for itself – a mother’s work is valuable and tangible,” said Abby Euler, general manager at Salary.com.

Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller to co-direct “Sin City” sequel

Published on 2012-04-13 23:00:04

Director Robert Rodriguez and comics writer Frank Miller have joined forces to start production on a sequel to “Sin City,” a project that has been on hold for years but will finally begin shooting in the U.S. this summer, The Hollywood Reporter said. The film dubbed “Sin City: A Dame to Kill For,” will be financed by AR Films and distributed by Dimension Films, an affiliate of The Weinstein Company. Rodriguez and Miller will co-direct the sequel, also based on the like- [..]

Capital Funding to Disinfect the Chicago River

Published on 2012-04-13 20:06:23

Mayor Rahm Emanuel Joins Governor Pat Quinn and U.S. EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson To Announce Capital Funding to Disinfect the Chicago River State Grant to Upgrade Chicago River Treatment Plants Mayor Emanuel joined Governor Quinn and U.S. EPA Administrator Jackson to announce today $10 million in state funding to the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) of Greater Chicago to improve water quality in Chicago area waterways. The funding being provided through the Illinois Jobs No [..]

Does Ann Romney Work?

Published on 2012-04-13 20:02:32

The comments by Hilary Rosen that “[Ann Romney] actually has never worked a day in her life,” has brought forth some interesting conversations amongst Latinas and their view of motherhood as duty, privilege, and self-sacrifice.

Greenpeace Launches Cyber Campaign Urging Spain to Ban Coastal Drilling

Published on 2012-04-13 19:16:09

Greenpeace on Friday launched a cyber campaign to urge Spain’s minister of industry, energy and tourism, Jose Manuel Soria, to ban oil and natural gas drilling in coastal areas. The group Ecologists in Action, meanwhile, announced that it will call on Spain and Morocco - via an EU-brokered accord - to pledge not to develop hydrocarbon deposits in the seabed between the Canary Islands and continental Africa, saying such a moratorium is needed to protect the region’s rich biodiversity [..]

Brazil allows abortion when fetus has major brain damage

Published on 2012-04-13 19:00:45

Brazil’s Supreme Federal Tribunal ruled that aborting a fetus suffering from anencephaly - the absence of a large part of the brain and the skull - is not a criminal offense. Only two of the 11 justices voted against decriminalization, while another recused himself because he had previously argued the case while serving as a state attorney general. One of the two “no” votes was cast by Chief Justice Cezar Peluso, who predicted the decision would lead to a “massacre̶ [..]

Javier Bardem Could Share the Screen With Fassbender, Pitt in Ridley Scott Film “The Counselor”

Published on 2012-04-13 17:40:17

Ridley Scott has reportedly recruited both Brad Pitt and Spanish actor Javier Bardem to star alongside Michael Fassbender in the upcoming thriller The Counselor. The Scott-directed film may also include Pitt’s partner Angelina Jolie, as rumors having been making their way around Hollywood that there is interest in her to play the female lead, though Natalie Portman In February, rumor had it that Bardem, who is currently filming alongside Daniel Craig in the latest James Bond movie Skyfa [..]

VIDEO: Short Film Showcases a Corrupt Mexico with Child Actors

Published on 2012-04-13 15:45:07

Film produced by the group Nuestro Del Futuro (Our Mexico of the Future) shows child actors as kidnappers, corrupt cops, drug traffickers, and greedy politicians in a mock Mexico. The video was indeed a much needed wake up call for the corruption and overwhelming violence that currently is enveloping the country. As expected, the video sparked controversy with those who believed it to be a ploy of political manipulation that was also offensive to the innocence of children, even regarding as ch [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Drunken Gun Game in California Ends With 1 Death, 2 Arrests

Published on 2012-04-13 15:33:11

A Los Angeles area home was the site of a game gone horribly wrong over the weekend, when one man’s life was ended after being shot in the head. On the night of Sunday, April 8, police say a group of friends were drinking and playing a game called “Pass the Pistol”, when two shots were fired from the gun, with one bullet shooting 25-year-old Saul Radillo Zacarias in the head. The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office says 43-year-old Tito Roberto Diaz and the vi [..]

Shakira Announces Alliance Funding Education for Poor Students

Published on 2012-04-13 15:00:48

Colombian singer Shakira announced on the eve of the Americas Summit here an alliance of foundations to fund quality education for low-income children. The alliance, which will invest $24 million during the first two years, comprises the superstar’s Pies Descalzos foundation, the Colombian Culture Ministry and several other NGOs. “It’s an alliance specifically for the construction of 13 early-education centers that will benefit 6,200 kids with quality teaching,” Shakira [..]

Immigration Law Associates Announces 2012 “Immigrants Aspire!” Scholarships

Published on 2012-04-12 22:21:54

For over 20 years now, Immigration Law Associates through their educational outreach programs have helped foreign nationals identify the best options for achieving their immigration goals.

Bike To Work Week Events Announced

Published on 2012-04-12 20:34:22

Spin Classes at Cloud Gate and Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure in Millennium Park Bike Chicago 2012 and Goose Island Beer Company announce today this year’s full schedule of premier events for Bike to Work Week, June 11-15.

Blog del Narco: “The Cuban”

Published on 2012-04-12 20:32:40

Joel Rodriguez Barrero, “The Cuban”, was arrested several days ago in Morelos in the possession of weapons and drugs. He has been identified as responsible for the recent murder and dismemberment of four children. The dismembered bodies of Brandon, Rembrant, Lenin and Brian, 14, 21, 20 and 17, respectively, were found on 8 March in the colony Pradera, Cuernavaca. The youth had been kidnapped days earlier at the Alta Vista neighborhood, where they were seen manning small motorcycles. Autho [..]

Aura Cristina Geithner to be Villain in Mexican Soap Opera “Quererte Asi”

Published on 2012-04-12 19:48:04

Colombian actress Aura Cristina Geithner will be the villain in TV Azteca’s new soap opera “Quererte asi” - to be launched on April 16 - in which she will star with Mexican actors Francisco Angelini and Maria Jose Madan. The actors and producers on Wednesday night gave a presentation to the press and explained various aspects of the new show, which tells the story of the conflicts that arise in the romantic relationship between a rich girl and a poor young man. Local media em [..]

Major Mexican Narco Traffickers of Drug Chemicals Cited by U.S. Kingpin Act

Published on 2012-04-12 19:40:06

The DEA today announced that the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s designated Ezio Benjamin Figueroa Vasquez and his son, Hassein Eduardo Figueroa Gomez, as Specially Designated Narcotics Traffickers pursuant to the Kingpin Act for their significant role in international narcotics trafficking, as well as 16 of their companies in Mexico and Panama. The Kingpin Act prohibits U.S. persons from conducting financial or commercial transactions with these individuals and entities, and it freez [..]

Hispanics Love Social Media, But Are More Reluctant to Share Personal Information

Published on 2012-04-12 19:13:01

Hispanics show a greater enthusiasm than other groups for social media such as Facebook, YouTube and Google+, but are more reluctant to share personal information, according to a study released Thursday. uSamp, a survey firm based in Encino, California, talked to 650 Hispanics about their views on social media. “Social media is a natural fit for Latinos. Latinos, by nature, are innovators. Social media allows us to create, recreate and take a shot at building communities around content t [..]

Rio’s Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil Was Home to 3 of 2011’s Most Popular Art Exhibitions

Published on 2012-04-12 17:19:01

According to Art Newspaper, Rio de Janeiro’s Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil (CCBB) was home to three of the 2011’s 10 most-visited exhibitions. Many in the art world might be surprised to learn that the mind-bending illusionist M.C. Escher exhibit “The Magical World of Escher” at CCBB was the most popular of 2011, bringing in nearly 10,000 visitors each day it was open. To compare, the impressive showing of “Alexander McQueen” at the Metropolitan Museum in New York still brought i [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Fire Captain Elmer Cuevas Burns Wife’s Clothes, Headbutts Officers

Published on 2012-04-12 15:13:48

A Georgia fire captain was arrested earlier this week after allegedly lighting his wife’s clothes on fire and then threatening and attacking officers that arrived on the scene. Savannah Fire Captain Elmer Cuevas was arrested Tuesday for threatening to shoot his 33-year-old wife and her mother and then setting the wife’s clothes on fire in the backyard of their home. When police arrived at the home at around 6:15 p.m., Cuevas was had a knife strapped to his belt which the officers convinced [..]

No Worries Pueblo, George Zimmerman’s Latino Credentials Have Been Officially Revoked

Published on 2012-04-12 14:49:32

There were many in the Latino community that wrote off George Zimmerman early on as an overzealous, dangerous version of Barney Fife but there were many others that stood by him for simply being Latino – even if it was only half Latino.

CAINE’S ARCADE: Nine-Year-Old Inspires Filmmaker, Community, World (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-04-12 14:19:29

In East L.A.’s industrial district one little boy is inspiring not only his own father, but thousands across the across the country and even the world. At just 9 years old, Caine Monroy began creating his own arcade in his father’s autoparts store. Sadly, with the shop getting little foot traffic, Caine was not getting a lot of customers. However, it all changed when filmmaker Nirvan Mullick came looking for a car part at the shop. “One day, by chance, I walked into Smart Parts Auto loo [..]

U.S. Deports Brazilian Barb Wire Killer Living in Massachusetts

Published on 2012-04-12 01:28:29

A Brazilian national illegally residing in both Somerville and Medford, Mass., who was wanted in his home country for his involvement in a murder, was turned over to Brazilian law enforcement authorities yesterday morning in São Paulo. He was removed from the United States by officers with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO). This individual was originally identified after ICE’s Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the Ma [..]

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has Upcoming Diplomatic Trip to Colombia and Brazil

Published on 2012-04-12 00:46:58

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will travel to Colombia, Brazil, and Belgium from April 13 to April 19. Secretary Clinton will accompany President Obama for the Sixth Summit of the Americas in Cartagena, Colombia from April 13-15. There, the U.S. delegation will meet with democratically-elected heads of state and government from throughout the Hemisphere to strengthen ties, expand partnerships, and continue progress in economic growth, social inclusion, and citizen security. The Secre [..]

CHECK Out Video: Conquista Dora Explains Spain’s Conquest of Mexico

Published on 2012-04-11 23:01:29

CHECK out the video of Conquista Dora as she explains Spain’s Conquest of Mexico. Published in Notitas de Noticias

Blog del Narco: Two Shot While Walking Streets of Mexico City

Published on 2012-04-11 20:43:21

Two men was killed last night walking the streets in Mexico City. One was a man about 30 years old, who was found dead at the intersection of Cape Grey and Cape Faro, in the colony Gabriel Hernandez. He wore a black colored shirt, blue jeans and on his arm he has a tattoo of St. Jude Thaddeus. Minute’s later, local authorities came to the colony New Atzacoalco, also in the Gustavo A. Madero, where another man was killed by gunshot. Red Cross paramedics rushed the young man about 25 years [..]

Madigan Sues E-Book Publishers for Price Fixing

Published on 2012-04-11 20:08:59

Attorney General Alleges Book Publishers and Apple Conspired to Overcharge Consumers for E-book Bestsellers Attorney General Lisa Madigan today joined 15 other states in a lawsuit against three book publishers and Apple Inc. for conspiring to raise prices for e-books. Madigan is seeking to recover money for Illinois consumers who were overcharged in the scheme. The lawsuit alleges publishers Penguin Group, Macmillan and Simon & Schuster colluded with Apple to drive up the price of e-books begi [..]

“No Longer Empty” Fills New York Mansion With Work of Hispanic Artists

Published on 2012-04-11 20:07:16

An exhibition named after F. Scott Fitzgerald’s debut novel “This Side of Paradise” is bringing art, splendor and new life to a New York mansion that once served as a rest home for the formerly wealthy. “Our mission is to transform the empty spaces with art,” said Jodie Dinapoli, program director of No Longer Empty, a New York-based non-profit arts organization that since 2009 has filled buildings with works of installation art, including the 32 creations distribut [..]

Spanish Singer Pitingo Cancels U.S. Concert Debut Due to Visa Mishap

Published on 2012-04-11 19:16:36

The Spanish singer known as Pitingo was forced to cancel his planned U.S. debut in New York last month when he was denied a visa because he shares his real name with someone on the Department of Homeland Security’s no-fly list. The New York Times revealed the situation in a story in which it denounces the difficulties foreign artists have in traveling to the United States. It had been scheduled that Pitingo would bring his flamenco fusion to New York for a March 9 performance in the Gran [..]

Latina Liar: Jessica Vega Faked Cancer to Get Dream Wedding Paid For (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-04-11 19:10:34

There wasn’t a dry eye in the house when Jessica Vega of New York wed the father of her nearly year-old daughter, Michael O’Connell, last year in May.

Minorities More Optimistic Government-Sponsored Healthcare With Benefit Everyone

Published on 2012-04-11 17:12:47

3,892 respondents participated in the 1st March American Pulse conducted 3/12-3/19/2012, utilizing BIGinsight™ and reInvention survey panels. The latest results show that Hispanics, Blacks and Asians are more optimistic about the benefits of a government-sponsored healthcare system while Whites disagree. Further, regardless of race, most Americans agree that preventative healthcare services are “untouchable”. With the healthcare debate heating up during an election year, some Americans h [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Drunk Rebecca Silva Breaks into Home and Tries to Breast Feed Stranger’s Baby

Published on 2012-04-11 15:14:58

A woman in eastern South Dakota was reportedly so drunk she broke into a stranger’s home and attempted to breast feed their baby. Rebecca Silva allegedly broke into the home of Brookings, SD family on Sunday, alerting dogs in the home. The mother awoke when she heard the dogs barking and says she found Silva in her children’s room attempting to breast feed the baby. However, Silva denies breaking into the home and says she met the mother the night before and was invited in. She claims that [..]

Top Guatemalan Drug Trafficker Tied to Zetas Sanctioned by U.S. Treasury

Published on 2012-04-10 23:22:46

The DEA today announced that the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s designated Guatemalan national Horst Walter Overdick Mejia, a critical link in the drug trade between Colombian producers and the violent Mexican drug cartel Los Zetas, as a specially designated narcotics trafficker. Today’s action, prohibits U.S. persons from conducting financial or commercial transactions with this individual and freezes any assets the designee may have under U.S. jurisdiction. Last week, an indictment [..]

Blog del Narco: Drug Cartel Recruit Grandparents

Published on 2012-04-10 21:08:33

First it was the very young, then the children and now the elderly are prey to drug trafficking groups in Mexico. More and more often it has been reported by authorities that elderly people are being included in arrests of drug cartel members. During this six-year period, the share of older adults involved with organized crime has increased, as reported by the Attorney General’s Office. The ministry said that from December 2006 to November 2011, they have captured more than four thousan [..]

(Brighton Park) 13-Year-Old Boy Becomes Latest Victim of City’s Violence

Published on 2012-04-10 20:19:42

A 7th grader is dead after being shot in Chicago’s Brighton Park neighborhood over the weekend. Roberto “Adrian” Luna was just 13 years old when he was shot and killed outside his home Saturday night. Witnesses say they heard the shooters yelling gang slogans just before they opened fire. Luna was a 7th grader at Irene Hernandez Middle School and his family says he was not affiliated with a gang, and was a “kid full of life, a kid full of joy.” He and two other boys were shot at aro [..]

Baby Wakes Up in Argentine Morgue After Being Declared Dead

Published on 2012-04-10 20:08:44

A baby born prematurely awoke in the morgue of a hospital in northern Argentina 12 hours after having been declared dead, authorities in Chaco province announced Tuesday. The assistant health secretary for Chaco, Rafael Sabatinelli, called the incident “unfortunate,” adding that an investigation will be launched focusing on the health professionals involved in the matter at the hospital. The incident occurred at Perrando Hospital when the mother of the little girl born six months a [..]

Shipwreck at Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands Claims Two

Published on 2012-04-10 19:19:37

Fourteen people who survived a shipwreck near Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands and the bodies of two people killed in the accident arrived Tuesday at the port of Manta, while the search continues for three missing crew members, the media reported. Last Wednesday, the fishing boat Tuna I sank near the Galapagos Islands due to weather conditions, according to crew members, and Ecuadorian officials are continuing their efforts to determine the exact cause or causes of the accident, Ecuavisa telev [..]

31 Pounds of Coke Seized at Texas Border, $1 Million Street Value

Published on 2012-04-10 19:06:23

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Anzalduas/Reynosa International Bridge seized approximately 31 pounds worth of cocaine on Thursday. The estimated street value of the cocaine is just over $1,000,000. On April 5, a gray 2004 Nissan Maxima driven by a 30-year-old male Mexican national from Monterrey, N.L., Mexico arrived at the Anzalduas International Bridge. The driver presented his border crossing card to the CBP officer and was referred to secondary for further inspection. In [..]

Theater in Argentina Now Serves as Magnificent Bookstore and Café

Published on 2012-04-10 17:18:28

In 1919, the doors to the Teatro Gran Splendid opened in Buenos Aires, Argentina, but after the theater closed and was leased to Grupo Ilhsa in February 2000 it became one of the most impressive bookstores in the world. With the theater seating removed and the location renamed the El Ateneo Grand Splendid, the massive book and music store is also home to a café. In 2007 alone, more than 700,000 books were sold to the store’s estimated 1 million visitors passing through its doors. Check out [..]

Scarlett Johansson’s Image Used on Sex Shop Business Cards Without Permission

Published on 2012-04-10 15:19:52

Scarlett Johansson appears to be the latest star to have her image used without her permission. Ms. Johansson currently appears on business cards for a store in Calexico, California, which is near the Mexican border. The cards are for a store called VIP, and aside from the probable annoyance of simply not given permission to use her image, Johansson was likely horrified to learn that VIP is a sex shop – sorry “adult superstore”, and that her image is sandwiched between the Spanish transl [..]

Hard Rock Looking to Open New Hotel & Casino in Peru

Published on 2012-04-10 13:49:58

The capital of Peru looks like it will soon become the home of a new Hard Rock Café & Casino. The new resort is scheduled to open in 2014 in Lima and will make it the second attempt to make a Hard Rock business work in the area. In 2002, the Hard Rock Café in Larcomar was closed due to poor performance. According to Peruvian newspaper Gestión, the five-star hotel would cost between $35 million to $45 million in investments, which an unnamed investment group is said to be looking for. With [..]

DEA and Dominican Authorities Arrest Pilot of Billionaire Narco El Chapo Guzman

Published on 2012-04-10 13:40:49

The pilot of Joaquín “Chapo” Guzmán, leader of the drug cartel, Sinaloa and the most powerful drug trafficker perhaps on the planet for whose capture the United States has offered 30 million dollars, has been arrested in the Dominican Republic during a joint operation between the United States Drug Enforcement Agency and local authorities, according to the Dominican newspaper, Listín Diario. In the operative, occurring recently in Santo Domingo, two Mexicans fell in the hands of the DEA [..]

Aging by Dr. Ellen McMahon

Published on 2012-04-09 22:08:46

Growing old is not for the faint of heart. There are lots of things that change whether you like it or not. Suddenly things that you took for granted as a constant are no longer there and that includes people! I notice now that my hands look like my mothers and the style of clothing and hair has shifted based on my changing size and shape. I look in the mirror and I see my aunts and mother and as a bit surprised when I realize that the image staring back at me is me. In truth, there is somethin [..]

Blog del Narco: Four Bodies Discovered in Water Well

Published on 2012-04-09 21:08:01

The bodies of four men in a state of decomposition were found in the interior of a water well in the municipality of Rio Verde, police officials said. According to a report received by the state police, a body was discovered in the well at the Pump House, in the Miguel Hidalgo ejido. Elements were surprised when they saw that there was not one, but four bodies, which were brought up before noon yesterday. The bodies remain unidentified as authorities try to relate these bodies to any reports [..]

Fidel Castro Pokes Fun at President Obama’s Plan to Wear Cuba’s “Official Garment” to Summit

Published on 2012-04-09 19:25:46

Fidel Castro is poking fun at U.S. President Barack Obama’s plans to sport a guayabera - a tropical shirt that is Cuba’s official garment - during this week’s Summit of the Americas in Colombia, where the Communist-ruled island will not be represented. “The curious thing, dear readers, is that Cuba is prohibited in that meeting; but the guayaberas, no. Who can stop laughing?,” the 85-year-old former president said in the latest of his Reflections on public events, [..]

Illinois Gov. Quinn Grants Clemency to 52 People

Published on 2012-04-09 17:11:10

April 6, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn today granted 52 and denied 136 clemency petitions. This action marks another step in a series of clemency decisions aimed at eliminating a backlog of more than 2,500 cases that built up during the previous administration. The 188 clemency petitions acted upon by Governor Quinn are part of dockets ranging from 2005 through 2012. Each person granted clemency has recently undergone a criminal background check through the Illinois State Police’s Law Enforcement [..]

According to Study, Illegal Immigration Hits “Net Zero” In U.S.

Published on 2012-04-09 15:54:33

Despite the violence, it seems the Mexican economy is improving and as a result, Mexican migration seems to have dropped. During the 2008 recession, the number of undocumented Mexicans in the U.S. dropped from 12 million to 11 million. Since then, the undocumented have not migrated at a rate to bring that number back to where it was, causing many to say the Mexican migration rate is working at a net zero balance for the first time in 50 years, according to the founder of the Mexican Migration [..]

Latino Liar: Stair Climber Believed to Have Cheated and Taken Elevator During Charity Event

Published on 2012-04-09 14:18:04

On March 31, the Aon Center in Los Angeles, California was the site of the 2012 Fight for Air Climb, in which participants climb/race up 62 stories and raise money for charity. While most take both the sport and cause very seriously it seems the race’s “winner” Miguel Larios was just looking for glory. When Larios, 31, arrived at the top he was given the record-setting time of 7 minutes and 45 seconds. Astonished climbers like 53-year-old Mark Trahanovsky were shocked to learn that Lario [..]

Search Continues for Missing Florida Mother, Vilet Torrez, 38

Published on 2012-04-09 13:17:57

A friend of missing Miramar, Florida woman Vilet Torrez says she fears the worst because the mother of three would never have left her children. The 38-year-old mother went missing on March 30 after having dinner with a friend. She was last seen at around 11 p.m. that night. Family and friends realized something was wrong after discovering she had not shown up to work all weekend or Monday. Her friend Clarissa Garcia recently told NBCMiami, ‘ Each minute and each hour and each day goes by yo [..]

Blog del Narco: Mexican Singer Kidnapped and Shot for Refusing to Perform Song in Sinaloa

Published on 2012-04-09 13:06:22

A singer with the norteña band Los Ciclones del Arroyo was kidnapped and shot in the leg after refusing to perform a song requested by a group of people at a party in Choix, a city in the northwestern Mexican state of Sinaloa, police said. Julio Cesar Leyva Beltran was abducted early Saturday, but he was later released and hospitalized in Los Mochis with a leg fracture caused by the gunshot. The band was performing in the community of La Guayaba in Choix when several individuals asked that th [..]

STUDY:

Published on 2012-04-09 13:04:25

Hispanics and blacks are less likely to be prescribed antidepressants than whites, and Medicare and Medicaid patients are less likely to receive the drugs than those with private insurance, a new study says. University of Michigan School of Public Health researchers examined data from 1993 to 2007 and found that whites were 1.5 times more likely to receive antidepressants than blacks or Hispanics with major depression. The study also found that Medicare and Medicaid patients were 31 percent an [..]

Julio Iglesias Pays $15.2 Million for His own Miami Hacienda

Published on 2012-04-09 12:28:13

Spanish singer Julio Iglesias has just bought a $15.2 million mansion on an exclusive island in north Miami’s Intracoastal Waterway, The Miami Herald reported. The 68-year-old singer is revving up the Indian Creek Village real estate market with his purchase of the 510-sq.-meter (5,580-sq.-foot) home, which he will then dwarf by building a far bigger mansion on an adjoining plot of land he owns valued at $7.2 million. Iglesias plans to renovate the mansion-plus-yachting wharf that he jus [..]

Mexico’s Knights Templar Claim Responsibility for Drop in Food Prices

Published on 2012-04-08 22:43:14

Mexico’s Knights Templar, or the Caballeros Templarios, allegedly claims to be the authors of a series of ‘narcomantas’ reportedly spotted in cities throughout the state of Michoacan.

23 Cuban Migrants Rescued by Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship

Published on 2012-04-08 21:43:48

A Royal Caribbean cruise ship this week, rescued 23 Cuban migrants after their small boat was spotted near Jamaica.

Mexican Singer Kidnapped, Tortured and Shot for Not Playing Requested Song

Published on 2012-04-08 19:43:43

A singer with the norteña band Los Ciclones del Arroyo was kidnapped and shot in the leg after refusing to perform a song requested by a group of people at a party in Choix, a city in the northwestern Mexican state of Sinaloa, police said. Julio Cesar Leyva Beltran was abducted early Saturday, but he was later released and hospitalized in Los Mochis with a leg fracture caused by the gunshot. The band was performing in the community of La Guayaba in Choix when several individuals asked that th [..]

Calvin Klein Designer, Francisco Costa, Brings his “Magical Journey to Brazil” to Macy’s

Published on 2012-04-08 18:30:15

The women’s creative director of Calvin Klein, Francisco Costa, will bring his newest line to Macy’s stores this spring.

LATINO BLOTTER:

Published on 2012-04-08 17:21:19

Brazilian prisoner and alleged drug trafficker, Ronaldo Silva, demonstrated some impressive creativity in his latest escape attempt from prison.

Chavez Returns Yet Again to Cuba for Third Round of Radiation Treatment

Published on 2012-04-08 15:45:01

Cuban President Raul Castro welcomed his Venezuelan counterpart, Hugo Chavez, back to Havana, where he will undergo another round of cancer treatment, state media reported Sunday. Chavez and Castro had “a lively exchange” at Jose Marti International Airport, the Juventud Rebelde newspaper said in its cover story. Chavez said Saturday he would travel to Havana to undergo another round of radiation therapy, a treatment he has been given since he was operated in late February for a ne [..]

Sofia Vergara on Saturday Night Live (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-04-08 14:39:19

Sofia Vergara, kicked off her hosting stint on Saturday Night Live last night with a “La Nocha de Saturday en Vivo” salute and interesting tidbits of how easy her immigrant experience was thanks to all the men buying her drinks and welcoming her to America with pulled down pants.

POLL:

Published on 2012-04-08 12:26:19

Today is Easter, and most Americans will find a way to celebrate from making hard boiled eggs to baking green bean casseroles, all in the name of the resurrection of Christ. Roughly half of American adults (48%) consider Easter one of the nation’s most important holidays, according to a new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey. Fourteen percent (14%) see it as one of the least important, while 37% rank it somewhere in between. The survey of 1,000 Adults was conducted on April 3-4, [..]

Brazilian Actor Almost Hangs Himself, Seriously Injured During Good Friday Reenactment

Published on 2012-04-08 11:49:48

A Brazilian actor almost hanged himself fatally while playing the part of Judas in an Easter Passion play and was taken to hospital in serious condition, online media said Saturday. The accident occurred on Good Friday in the town of Itarare, 345 kilometers (214 miles) west of Sao Paulo, where the actor Thiago Klimeck was acting the role of Judas, who according to the Evangelists hanged himself after betraying Jesus. Klimeck apparently made a mistake when he pulled the rope around his neck and [..]

Top Tax Officials in Costa Rica Resign en Mass for Not Paying Their Own Taxes

Published on 2012-04-08 09:36:53

In an effort to reduce an increasing federal deficit, Costa Rica’s President Laura Chinchilla has pushed for a tax hike, all the while without knowing that allegedly several of her staff members were not paying their own taxes.

Latino Blotter:

Published on 2012-04-08 01:39:54

Grace Marie Perez-Jimenez, 26, of Reading, Pennsylvania, was charged by indictment with conspiracy to kidnap, kidnapping, conspiracy to distribute phencyclidine (PCP), possession with intent to distribute phencyclidine, collection of extension of credit by extortionate means, possession of a firearm in furtherance of a violent crime, and with being a felon in possession of a firearm. Perez-Jimenez’s co-defendant, Samantha Conrad, 21, of Reading, Pennsylvania, was charged by indictment with c [..]

National Design Contest for American Latino Musuem Launched

Published on 2012-04-08 00:26:50

The Friends of the American Latino Museum (FRIENDS) is engaging its supporters for its first ever Campaign Design Contest! Running from April 2 - April 30, FRIENDS, the only organization dedicated to the creation of a national American Latino Museum, is hosting a national call to supporters of the museum effort to create this year’s design and theme for its 2012 nationwide promotional and educational awareness campaign. The winning design will be featured nationally in advertisements, info [..]

Sen. Richard Lugar’s Farm Bill Would Eliminate Food Stamps for 74,000 in Illinois; 15,000, Chicago

Published on 2012-04-07 22:49:41

Republican Senator Richard Lugar of Indiana reintroduced legislation last month to cut $40 billion from federal farming support and federal nutrition assistance funding, which could eliminate food stamps for 74,000 already hungry Illinois residents, including 15,000 in Chicago. Those estimates come from a Chicago-based nutrition group which helps feed and sustain low-income people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses. “A legislative plan by Senator Lugar to cut federal food s [..]

Colossal Disaster for Minorities if Supreme Court Scraps Health Law

Published on 2012-04-07 20:40:23

There was never much doubt that if the Supreme Court ever got a chance to decide the constitutionality of the health care reform law that it would be in for rough sledding from the court’s five conservatives. The three days of court questioning on the law more than bore out that dire prediction. From the tone and temper of the four conservatives, biting questions about the law, and the already well known opposition to the law of the fifth judge, Clarence Thomas, who did not break his several y [..]

Silenced During Papal Visit, Cuban Bloggers, Dissidents Speak Out (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-04-07 19:33:33

Not much was heard from dissidents during Pope Benedict XVI’s recent visit to Cuba.

Teen mothers account for quarter of all Births in Mexico

Published on 2012-04-07 17:41:54

Mothers aged 14-19 account for roughly 480,000, or 24 percent, of Mexico’s 2 million annual births, the Health Secretariat said Saturday. The figures were provided by Alejandro Rosas Solis, deputy director of sexual and reproductive health at the secretariat’s National Center for Equity, Gender and Reproductive Health. “A teen pregnancy is considered high risk due to the immaturity of the (adolescent’s) body, which puts them at risk of preeclampsia or hemorrhages, condi [..]

Julio Iglesias Kicks Off Latest Concert Tour in Chile

Published on 2012-04-07 16:58:57

Spanish singer Julio Iglesias will give four concerts in Chile beginning this weekend to promote his latest album “1,” part of a tour that will take him later this month to Argentina and Paraguay. The 68-year-old artist will take the stage Saturday at a well-known casino in the northern city of Antofagasta before performing Monday at the theater of the University of Concepcion, some 500 kilometers (310 miles) south of Santiago. Next weekend, Iglesias will arrive in the Chilean capi [..]

Marco Rubio Says The Dream Act Will Encourage Illegal ‘Chain Migration’ Ignores His Family Path

Published on 2012-04-07 16:09:16

Marco Rubio Says The Dream Act Will Encourage Illegal ‘Chain Migration’ (VIDEO) however, we note that Senator Rubio’s father, mother and brother entered the United States upon the invitation of a relative, what he has called:

Endangered Jaguar Population Found in Mexico

Published on 2012-04-07 16:02:05

In the land around Terminos Lagoon in southeastern Mexico there are still jaguars to be found, one of the animals most venerated by pre-Columbian cultures and now in danger of extinction. The surprising discovery was made in the process of a study to find out whether rural inhabitants in the states of Tabasco and Campeche had in their possession any fangs or skins from jaguars that had been killed in recent years. But now the study’s goal has changed to determining how many jaguars actua [..]

Rep. Guitierrez Blasts Dangerous Game GOP Senators are Playing With “Stolen Dreams” Act

Published on 2012-04-07 13:02:49

Writing at Huffington Post, Rep. Luis Gutierrez lets loose on Republican Senators, including Marco Rubio, for their craven attempt to score cheap political points after walking away from DREAMers in 2010: Word is leaking from the Senate that Republicans, facing stiff and well-deserved opposition from most Hispanic voters, are crafting a bill similar to but not nearly as good as the DREAM Act, a bill to legalize the immigration status of young people who grew up in the United States but are curr [..]

Tips for a Better Border Crossing Experience

Published on 2012-04-07 01:03:57

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials at the Hidalgo/Pharr/Anzalduas International Bridges are anticipating an increase in border traffic during this holiday Holy Week. As a result, the agency is adjusting staffing during this week to address the anticipated increase. CBP is offering a number of tips to travelers to expedite the border crossing experience. CBP will place as many officers as possible in areas where they will be able to process traffic as quickly as possible during p [..]

Narco Leader Pleads Guilty to His Role in U.S. Consulate Murders, Gets Seven Life Sentences

Published on 2012-04-06 23:26:22

The Juarez Drug Cartel’s leader in Juarez and Chihuahua, Mexico, pleaded guilty in El Paso, Texas, and was sentenced to life in prison for his participation in drug-trafficking and numerous acts of violence in connection with the Barrio Azteca gang. Jose Antonio Acosta-Hernandez, 34, aka “Diego,” “Dienton,” “Diez” and “Bablazo,” of Chihuahua, was extradited to the United States from Mexico on March 16, 2012.

Teach for America - Recruitment and Admissions Overview

Published on 2012-04-06 22:27:52

Working in partnership with communities, Teach For America recruits, trains, and supports talented and diverse individuals from all backgrounds who commit two years to teach in high-need schools and become lifelong leaders in the movement to expand educational opportunity for children facing the challenges of poverty. This year, more than 9,000 first and second year Teach For America corps members are teaching in low-income communities across 43 urban and rural regions nationwide, including some [..]

Blog del Narco: 16 Year Old Girl and Companion Killed in Guerrero

Published on 2012-04-06 20:46:22

The bodies of two people executed by gunfire in the street Ruben Figueroa of the colony’s toward Lajita Llano Largo were discovered and reported to authorities. The first body was of a woman identified as Abunza Montserrat Gomez 16 years of age. Abunza is known to sell chickens on the streets. The second body was a man about 20 years old ,Vicente Guerrero who was just found a few meters from Abunzas body. Read more in Spanish at Blog del Narco Here Published in El Blog del Narco

7,000 Summer Jobs and 168,000 Activities to Keep Chicago Youth Safe this Summer

Published on 2012-04-06 20:13:25

New Website Details Jobs and Programs Offered by City, Cook County, Sister Agencies and Non-Profits Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Cook County President Toni Preckwinkle today announced that One Summer Chicago, a partnership with Cook County, City departments and sister agencies, community groups and non-profits, will provide 17,000 summer jobs and 168,000 educational and recreational opportunities to keep Chicago’s youth safe this summer.

Exiled Cuban Dissident, Albert Santiago du Bouchet, Commits Suicide in Spain

Published on 2012-04-06 19:10:35

One of the scores of former Cuban political prisoners given refuge in Spain committed suicide this week on Grand Canary Island, his former girlfriend told Efe on Friday. Ana Iris said that she, Albert Santiago du Bouchet and their two children arrived in Spain on April 8, 2011. At first the family lived in hostels in Torremolinos and Malaga for close to four months until Du Bouchet went to look for work in Las Palmas because he knew a Cuban doctor there. But he was unsuccessful and survived o [..]

Officials Want Mexico to Pay for Undocumented in Texas and U.S. to Take Back Offer to Send MX Water

Published on 2012-04-06 17:19:21

Texas State Rep. Lyle Larson (R-San Antonio) believes that Texas spends in the ballpark of $7 billion a year on illegal immigrants and is now saying Mexico should reimburse the state for the cost of providing health care to and even detaining undocumented immigrants from south of the border. Rep. Larson reportedly told KSAT that while he does not expect to see a check from Mexico anytime soon, he thinks that as a repayment Mexico should let U.S. companies into northern Mexico’s mineral-rich a [..]

Miami Fugitive, Martin James Malone, Found In Ecuador After 22 Years on the Run

Published on 2012-04-06 17:18:11

After 22 years on the run, fugitive Martin James Malone was recently found in Ecuador after police there arrested him for not having identification after he says his wallet was stolen by burglars who broke into his vehicle. In 1990, Malone was arrested for conspiring to import cocaine from Colombia into Miami. However, before the court proceedings were over, he skipped bail and fled to South American where he stayed and started a new life. Though he was not present at his own trial, Malone was [..]

What a Beach! Dominican Republic Builds Artificial Beach Along Santo Domingo Boardwalk

Published on 2012-04-06 16:26:27

The Dominican Republic has now built its first temporary artificial beach along capital city Santo Domingo’s boardwalk. Though the city has 19 miles of coastline the water is contaminated and not safe for swimmers and the beaches are not pleasant to walk on. Made up of 1,500 square feet of sand, the 300-foot-long beach came with a price tag of roughly $100,000 and features 12 swimming pools, lounge chairs, and of course, palm trees. The beach was opened in time for the end of Holy Week. The [..]

For Disfiguring Women in New York, Dominican Plastic Surgeon Will Serve Community Service

Published on 2012-04-06 15:13:01

A plastic surgeon not licensed to practice in the United States will serve just 250 hours of community service for disfiguring seven women in New York. Along with the community service, 52-year-old Hector Cabral is being sent back to Dominican Republic, will not be able to return to the U.S. for three years, and will being paying a mere $23,000 in total restitution to his victims. The surgeon, who is only licensed to practice in the Dominican, is said to have promised Latinas cheap liposuction [..]

Blog del Narco: Leon Francisco Medina Mejia, alias Commander Quemado, Zeta Leader Killed in Gunfight

Published on 2012-04-05 20:59:46

The suspected intellectual author of the arson attack that killed 52 people at the Casino Royale in the northern Mexican industrial city of Monterrey on Aug. 25, 2011, died in a shootout with army troops, the Defense Secretariat said. Francisco Medina Mejia, a leader of the Los Zetas drug cartel, died Wednesday in a gunfight with soldiers on the Nuevo Laredo-Piedras Negras highway, which links Tamaulipas and Coahuila states. An army patrol encountered vehicles carrying Medina Mejia and other Z [..]

Mayor Emanuel Announces New Tourism Organizati​on Will Create Offices in Brazil, Germany and Japan

Published on 2012-04-05 20:15:59

Mayor Sets Goal of Moving Into Top Five of American Cities in International Visitors; Announces Chicago Will Host Pow Wow in 2014. Mayor Emanuel today addressed the membership of the Chicago Convention and Tourism Bureau, outlining some of his ambitious goals for the city’s tourism landscape in the coming years, including the opening of new offices in Brazil, Germany and Japan later this year. “Chicago is a global city with worldwide appeal, and I am committed to ensuring that people aroun [..]

U.S. Woman Moves with 4 Children to Join Deported Husband in Mexico

Published on 2012-04-05 19:58:17

Wisconsin native Jennifer Martinez is preparing to move her four U.S.-born children to Mexico, where their father, an undocumented immigrant, was deported last month despite a campaign that included a direct appeal to President Barack Obama. Martinez contacted the Mexican Consulate in Chicago to arrange dual citizenship for the kids, who range in age from 17 months to 6 years. “There will be at least 10 years of obligatory residence in Mexico. I don’t want to go, but I have to reun [..]

Antonio Banderas Lending Voice to Animated 3D Film “Justin and the Knights of Valour”

Published on 2012-04-05 19:14:19

Spanish actor Antonio Banderas has lent his voice to one of the main characters in “Justin and the Knights of Valour,” a feature-length 3D animated film scheduled for release next year. The English-language movie is the latest project of Kandor Graphics, a Spanish animation studio in which Banderas is a partner and which received an Oscar nomination for best animated short film in 2009 for “The Lady and the Reaper.” Banderas told Efe during a visit to the studio’s [..]

44 Years Later Jose Felicano AGAIN Sings His Rendition of the National Anthem

Published on 2012-04-05 15:57:18

In 1968, Jose Felicano sang The Star-Spangled Banner, Latino style and got lamblasted, fast forward to last night’s opening day at the Miami Marlins new stadium and it was all love. The Marlins hosted the St. Louis Cardinals to a full house while Jose Felicano got what some call his second chance to get it right.

Mexico City: Free BlackBerry App Alerts Users Prior to Major Earthquakes

Published on 2012-04-05 15:46:14

Mexico City is offering a free app for those with BlackBerrys that alerts users prior to massive earthquakes. The app will alert the city’s 20 million residents up to 50 seconds before an earthquake hits. During the apps unveiling, Mayor Marcelo Ebrard said, “We did not have this in 1985. If we had, then surely thousands of lives would have been saved.” In 1985, a magnitude 8.0 earthquake struck the city just after 7 a.m. It resulted in the death of at least 10,000 people and severely d [..]

Billboard Magazine in Brazil Puts Urinal Guitar in Bar Bathroom

Published on 2012-04-05 14:44:25

An interesting urinal in Brazil invites its users to “keep on rockin’ in the pee world.” Billboard magazine in Brazil has placed a guitar urinal in the bathroom Bar Aurora in Sao Paolo, giving male fans of the Guitar Hero and Rock Band video games a place to continue “making music.” Called “Guitar Pee”, the urinal features seven strings and even an amp where, you guessed it, the patron pees what appear to be buttons at the base of the strings and “plays” the corresponding not [..]

Accused of Discrimination Against Latinos, Maricopa Co. Sheriff Joe Arpaio Says No to DOJ Demands

Published on 2012-04-05 13:42:26

Negotiations between the U.S. Department of Justice and the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office seem to be falling apart, as Sheriff Joe Arpaio says he will not allow the DOJ to “strong arm” him. Tuesday, Arpaio rejected the DOJ’s demand that his office’s operations be overseen by an independent agency, which the DOJ said was a crucial element required to begin negotiations. In a statement, the self-proclaimed “toughest sheriff” said, “I am the constitutionally and legitimately el [..]

LATINO BLOTTER:

Published on 2012-04-05 13:39:40

19-year-old Dylan Edward Contreras tried to pull a ‘not-so-quick-one’ on police in Twin Falls, Idaho.

Storm leaves 12 dead/18 Injured in Buenos Aires Argentina

Published on 2012-04-05 13:03:31

Twelve people were killed and 18 others injured in a storm that brought rain, hail and winds of more than 90 kph (56 mph) to greater Buenos Aires, Argentine authorities said Thursday. Residents of the capital and its suburbs woke up to flooding and streets blocked by downed trees and light poles. The storm also cut electricity to some neighborhoods and interrupted passenger rail service, while transportation in general was snarled amid heavy Holy Week travel. One of the 12 fatalities died of [..]

UN Welcomes Brazil’s Contribution to Global Humanitarian Action

Published on 2012-04-05 00:47:04

The United Nations humanitarian affairs chief yesterday pledged support for Brazil’s humanitarian work around the world, highlighting the country’s contributions in the areas of disaster-risk prevention and food security. “I am particularly interested in how best to share Brazil’s experience in disaster preparedness and food security with other countries in the region and around the world,” said the UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, [..]

Blog del Narco: Women Tortured, Executed and Left at Dump in Guerrero

Published on 2012-04-04 20:45:12

A woman about 30 years old was killed and her body was left near the community of El 20, in the town of Costa Grande . The unidentified body is in the facilities of the Forensic Medical Service (Semefo) waiting to be claimed. It is reported that the female bodies hands were tied with a yellow rope , and she had had three bullet holes on the right side of her body at the height of the ribs and one in the back of the ear. The body was located in the open dump in the town of El 20, just 100 meter [..]

Police Locate Stash of Cash and $6M Worth of Cannabis at Southwest Chicago Home

Published on 2012-04-04 20:16:07

Chicago Police recovered blocks of Cannabis with a street value of more than six million dollars during a narcotics investigation that led them to a Southwest Side home. Narcotics Division and Ogden District (10th) Tactical team officers began conducting surveillance after developing information of narcotics trafficking associated with a home in the 5800 block of S. Spaulding Av. The investigation led officers to the West Lawn residence shortly after 1 a.m. where officers located several bundl [..]

Album From Selena Q 17 Years After Death- Posthumous Duets w/Cristian Castro,Don Omar and Selena

Published on 2012-04-04 19:58:14

“Enamorada de ti,” an album featuring well-known artists in posthumous duets with slain singer Selena 17 years after her death is now on sale. The Capitol Latin record label announced in a communique that the production has three acoustic numbers and the iTunes edition includes the song “Is It the Beat,” a remix recorded by Juan Magan as a bonus track. Selena was the stage name of Tex-Mex singer Selena Quintanilla-Perez, born April 16, 1971, in Lake Jackson, Texas, and [..]

Most Hispanics in the U.S. Don’t Like the “Hispanic” or “Latino” Label for Themselves

Published on 2012-04-04 19:10:54

Most U.S. residents with roots in Spanish-speaking countries do not consider the terms “Hispanic” or “Latino” to be the ones that best define their identity, according to a report published Wednesday by the Pew Hispanic Center. In a survey of 1,220 Hispanics, 51 percent responded that they prefer to identify themselves with the name of their country of origin, while 21 percent call themselves “American.” It was almost four decades ago that the U.S. governmen [..]

Complaint Filed With UN Calling Alabama Immigration Law “Flagrant Violation of International Norms”

Published on 2012-04-04 17:06:38

A group made up of civil and union rights organizations has filed a complaint with the United Nations regarding Alabama’s controversial immigration laws after urging Daimler AG and its shareholders to seek repeal of Alabama’s racial profiling law. The complaint from Service Employees International Union (SEIU) was filed with the U.N.’s International Labour Organization Committee on Freedom of Association on Monday and states that Alabama law – known as HB 56 – violates internation [..]

Is the Father of Snooki’s Baby Cheating on Her?

Published on 2012-04-04 16:31:29

The National Enquirer is reporting that pregnant Jersey Shore star Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi is being cheated on by the father of her baby, Jionni LaValle. According to The Enquirer, recent photos of LaValle with his ex-girlfriend have surfaced with claims that she is not really an ex-girlfriend. LaValle’s 22-year-old ex-girlfriend had allegedly been seeing Snooki’s beau for the majority of his relationship with the Chilean-born star, and that their relationship only ended this past fall [..]

Hispanic Preschoolers Among Those in Most Need of More Outdoor Play Time

Published on 2012-04-04 15:14:28

A recent study published in the April 2 online edition of Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, found that many preschoolers are not getting enough outdoor play, with those with Hispanic mothers among those getting the least. The research team looked at statistics on the outdoor-activity routines of 8,950 children born in 2001 who were tracked through enrollment in kindergarten. The data were deemed to be nationally representative, reflecting the behavior of an estimated 4 million kids. [..]

ESPN Airs “Esto es SportsCenter” Ad on Its Both English- and Spanish-Language Channels (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-04-04 14:17:00

With a 15 percent increase in ESPN’s Hispanic audience over the past five years, the network has added a Spanish-language television advertisement for its show “SportsCenter” to its broadcasts. ESPN, which is owned by the Walt Disney Company, will now be running an ad for it’s 17-year-old show, which has the tag line “This is SportsCenter,” with the Spanish-language saying “Esto es SportsCenter.” The ad has Dominican second baseman Robinson Cano, of the New York Yankees, giving [..]

Owners of Guiness and Johnnie Walker Want to Buy Jose Cuervo Tequila

Published on 2012-04-04 13:45:53

The British spirits group, Diageo, is getting close to becoming the owners of the Jose Cuervo tequila brand according to some reports.

Coffee Drinking in Pregnancy Won’t Lead to Sleepless Baby: Study

Published on 2012-04-04 03:11:55

It also found no increase in wakefulness among breast-fed babies whose mothers consumed caffeine. Caffeine consumption among expectant or new mothers does not appear to affect the nighttime sleeping habits of their newborns, new Brazilian research indicates. The conclusion is based on an analysis of sleeping patterns among more than 4,200 infants until the age of 3 months, in light of the caffeine-consumption habits of their mothers both before and after delivery. Researchers looked at two be [..]

May 6th - First Mexican Presidential Debate

Published on 2012-04-03 23:06:36

The first debate among the four candidates seeking the presidency in Mexico’s July 1 general elections will be held on May 6, organizers said Tuesday. Taking part in the event will be Enrique Peña Nieto of the centrist Institutional Revolutionary Party, Josefina Vazquez Mota of the governing rightist National Action Party, Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador of the leftist PRD and Gabriel Quadri, candidate of the small New Alliance Party. The date was selected by the Debate Commission, comprisi [..]

Blog del Narco: Three Found Tortured and Executed in Lazaro Cardenas, Michoacan(Graphic Photos)

Published on 2012-04-03 21:01:21

Three men, who had been tortured and executed with gunshots to the head and heart, were found under a bridge on the highway Mexico-Guadalajara Friday morning. Noting that one of the victims had been shot in the forehead and another in the heart. Another of the deceased had two shots to the head, while the third, one was in the temple on the right. Also, the victims showed clear signs of torture all over their body. One of the victims had detached his hand at the right wrist. It has been learne [..]

Blood Cancers Town Hall Meeting Conducted in Spanish

Published on 2012-04-03 20:13:34

Local hematologists/oncologists will answer questions from leukemia, lymphoma and myelodysplastic syndromes patients and their families from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday, April 21 at Gilda’s Club Chicago, 537 N. Wells in Chicago (60654). The program, conducted entirely in Spanish, is hosted by the Leukemia Research Foundation. Individuals diagnosed with these blood cancers can learn the latest about their disease - and pose questions to a medical expert specializing in child and adult hematolo [..]

Pablo Milanes arrives in Mexico to give concert at Zacatecas Cultural Festival

Published on 2012-04-03 19:55:04

Cuban singer-songwriter Pablo Milanes arrived Tuesday in Mexico to give a concert that same evening at the Zacatecas Cultural Festival, diplomatic officials said. Milanes, 69, had to cancel a tour of Spain last month after being operated in Madrid. Cuban diplomatic sources and the Zacatecas festival confirmed to Efe that Milanes will go on with the show in Mexico and that his concert will be performed as planned Tuesday night at the Plaza de Armas in Zacatecas city. The Zacatecas Cultural Fes [..]

Child Abuse Charge Filed Against Boxer Hector “Macho” Camacho

Published on 2012-04-03 19:17:30

Puerto Rico-born boxer Hector “Macho” Camacho has been charged with child abuse stemming from a 2011 altercation involving his son. The 49-year-old boxer, who grew up in Spanish Harlem, turned himself into Florida authorities after he was wanted for allegedly slamming his teenage son to the ground and stomping on him. His son allegedly said Camacho was high on drugs during the March 22, 2011 incident. However, a representative for the boxing champ told TMZ Camacho is not a drug user. On th [..]

Mother of Immigrant Asking AZ Authorities to Let her Son Die in Peace

Published on 2012-04-03 19:13:44

An immigrant mother is asking Arizona authorities to let her son, who although he is in the terminal phase of brain cancer is being kept cuffed to his hospital bed with two guards beside him, die in peace. “My son is dying, he cannot move and yet they’re still keeping him handcuffed,” Martha Elena Palomares, originally from the Mexican state of Sonora, told Efe on Tuesday. Her son, Juan M. Corrales Palomares, 20, is hospitalized at Tucson’s University Medical Center. C [..]

1.5 Million Visa & Mastercard Cards Affected by Dominican Street Gang’s Hack

Published on 2012-04-03 17:56:47

According to police, the Dominican street gangs of New York are said to be responsible for the security breach of more than one million Visa and MasterCard credit, debit, and gift cards. In response to the breach, Visa has dropped the company responsible for processing the transactions between the cars and merchants and banks. The processing company, Global Payments said it contacted police about the security breach and said the incident will make the company “even stronger”. It i [..]

‘American Idol’ Winner Scotty McCreery Announces He’ll Attend N.C. State University

Published on 2012-04-03 15:43:01

With a successful country music career in full swing after winning last year’s American Idol, the country boy with Puerto Rican blood, Scotty McCreery, is doing something smart, yet surprising. He’s going to college. With exceptions like Natalie Portman, who attended and graduated from Harvard in the middle of her career, many young celebrities choose to forgo college, instead of moving on to higher education. So it was a bit surprising when high school senior McCreery announced tha [..]

Police Looking for Missing Bronx Boy Arron Ferrera, 12

Published on 2012-04-03 14:39:05

Police have asked that anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of 12-year-old Arron Ferrera to come forward. The Bronx boy went missing after leaving his school, PS 89, on Friday at around 2:30 p.m. He was last seen wearing a green polo shirt under a brown sweater, with black sweat pants and white sneakers. Arron is approximately 4’8”, 127 pounds and has brown eyes and dark hair. He also has a small scar on his left cheek. His mother, Ana Carvajal, is desperately seekin [..]

Blog del Narco: Man Tortured and Executed in Guerrero ( Photo Warning)

Published on 2012-04-02 21:05:43

The body of a man, executed with a bullet to the head was found at Friday morning in the beach destination housing unit Colossus. The man’s body showed signs of torture and that it had been dragged along the pavement .He wore white shirt, blue jeans, blue woven belt, socks blue, red and white, and had a tattoo of the face of Christ on the right arm. He was light brown, slender, of a height of about 1 meter 68 centimeters, and straight black hair with platinum front teeth. The public pros [..]

Narco Leader Benjamin Arellano-Felix Sentenced to 25 Years & $100 Million Asset Forfeiture

Published on 2012-04-02 20:59:51

DEA Administrator Michele M. Leonhart today announced that Benjamin Arellano-Felix, nearly 60, the former leader of the Tijuana Cartel/Arellano-Felix Organization (AFO) was sentenced to serve 25 years in federal prison. Judge Burns also ordered Arellano-Felix to forfeit $100 million in criminal proceeds. The sentence followed Arellano-Felix’s conviction for racketeering and money laundering. “Today’s prison sentence virtually ensures that Arellano-Felix will spend the remainder of his [..]

Ford Motor Co., Green Festival to Award $5,000 Grant to Best Local, Innovative and Actionable Idea

Published on 2012-04-02 20:33:35

Ford Motor Company and Green Festival to Award $5,000 Grant to Best Local, Innovative and Actionable Idea from Chicago Area Non-Profits and Community Leaders Local companies may submit their ideas until April 27, 2012; winner to be announced at annual Green Festival in Chicago, May 5-6, 2012 at Navy Pier WHAT:

Outage Cuts Cell Phone Service to 16 Million People in Argentina- Sparking Social Media Protest

Published on 2012-04-02 20:08:05

An outage left about 16 million customers of Spanish telecom company Movistar without cellular phone service Monday in Argentina, sparking protests on social-networking sites. The company is dealing with “an issue reported at a general level with the data, voice and SMS (text messaging) network” and is working to “fix it as soon as possible,” Movistar, a unit of Spanish telecom giant Telefonica, said in a Twitter posting. Some 50 million cell phones are in service in th [..]

6.0 Aftershock Hits Guerrero and Oaxaca, Mexico Today

Published on 2012-04-02 19:22:19

A magnitude-6.0 earthquake rocked an area between the southern Mexican states of Guerrero and Oaxaca on Monday, but no injuries have been reported, the Mexican Seismology Institute said. The earthquake occurred at 12:36 p.m. at a depth of 12 kilometers (about 7.5 miles), the U.S. Geological Survey said. The USGS put the earthquake’s strength at magnitude-6.3. The temblor was less powerful than the magnitude-7.4 earthquake that occurred in March, the Mexican Seismology Institute said. M [..]

Gael Garcia Bernal Heading to Puerto Rico in June to Film Boxing Champ Roberto Duran Bio-Pic

Published on 2012-04-02 19:09:43

The film “Hands of Stone,” which tells the story of former boxing world champion Roberto Duran, will begin filming June 4 in Puerto Rico, one of the production companies confirmed to Efe on Monday. Rosi Acosta, of KCPR, said that a group of the film’s producers is currently in Puerto Rico looking for sites at which to shoot the movie, which stars Gael Garcia Bernal as the Panamanian fighter. Along with Garcia, Acosta said that the cast includes Robert de Niro, who will play t [..]

Battery Charges Against Manny Ramirez Dropped, Wife Failed to Cooperate

Published on 2012-04-02 17:17:02

The misdemeanor domestic battery charge filed against former baseball great Manny Ramirez by his wife has been dropped. The State Attorney’s Office was reportedly unable to serve Ramirez’s wife Juliana with a subpoena and said the charge against Ramirez was dropped “because the victim was uncooperative.” Adding, “She successfully avoided being served with a state subpoena and is believed to be out of state.” The abuse was said to have occurred make in September. Ramirez was arreste [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Pot Belly? Nope, It’s a Coke Belly - Woman in Brazil Hides Drugs in Fake Baby Bump

Published on 2012-04-02 16:26:03

A 20-year-old woman is in serious trouble after federal police discovered she was attempting to smuggle several pounds of drugs into Brazil by way of a fake baby bump. Police say the young woman became visibly nervous when she arrived at the international airport in the north-eastern city of Natal and was confronted with the usual round of questioning given to passengers arriving from areas known for drug trafficking. Likely due to her inability to lie convincingly, the woman admitted that lar [..]

Sombrero-Wearing Sacramento Man Jumps on Cop Car

Published on 2012-04-02 15:29:06

The events leading up to one of the most frighteningly memorable mug shots we’ve seen were nothing short of bizarre. At around 1 a.m. on March 28, an officer was sitting in his car when a man wearing a sombrero, a puffy jacket, and one boxing glove jumped onto the hood of the car. The can shouted his own name numerous times and then ran off. Police say it was easy to find him due to his description alone – just picture it – and he was found nearby passed out in the street. He was identi [..]

Selena Gomez Wins Big at 2012 Kids’ Choice Awards

Published on 2012-04-02 14:33:16

It appears Selena was the biggest winner of the 25th Kids’ Choice Awards on Nickelodeon, but she wasn’t the only Latino/Hispanic to win the bright orange blimp. Carlos Pena, Jr. and his bandmates/fellow actors of Big Time Rush walked away with the award for Favorite Music Group. The guys start production of the Big Time Rush show’s third season this month. Voiced by Antonio Banderas, “Puss in Boots” won for Favorite Animated Movie, though the actor missed out on the award for Favorit [..]

Chavez Returns Again to Cuba for 2nd Round of Cancer Treatments

Published on 2012-04-02 01:24:52

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez was welcomed by Cuban President Raul Castro at the international airport in Havana, where he will continue the radiation therapy treatment against cancer he began a week ago, state media reported Sunday. Chavez held “a brief and animated conversation” with Castro upon his arrival Saturday night at the Jose Marti airport, the official Juventud Rebelde newspaper said in a front-page story accompanied by a photograph of both leaders. This is ChavezR [..]

Obama Proposes New Rules Favorable to Undocumented Immigrant Families

Published on 2012-04-01 23:13:41

The Obama administration is proposing a new rule which would make it easier for illegal immigrants with immediate family members that are U.S. citizens to apply for their own legal residency.

Petroleum Exploration in Peru Tied to 3,000 Dolphin Deaths Thus Far

Published on 2012-04-01 19:30:15

So far in 2011, some 3,000 dead dolphins have washed up on the beaches in the northern Peruvian region of Lambayaque, supposedly having died from the effects of petroleum exploitation in the area, the daily Peru21 reported Sunday. According to the science director for the Scientific Organization for Conservation of Aquatic Animals, or ORCA, Carlos Yaipen, the deaths of the oceanic mammals was due to a “marine bubble,” an acoustic pocket that forms as a result of using equipment to e [..]

Mexican Government Divies Up $200 Million Seized from “El Chapo”

Published on 2012-04-01 18:36:24

More than 15 million dollars, as well as a load of jewels and other valuables that supposedly belonged to the ‘Cártel de Sinaloa’ led by famous drug lord, Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán will be distributed amongst government offices.

Madrid Prostitutes Withholding Sex Favors from Spanish Bankers, Until They Approve More Loans

Published on 2012-04-01 17:57:50

While the banks of Spain withhold credit availability to Spanish families and small businesses, the capital’s high class escorts will be withholding their own sought after services.

Mexico’s Ivonne Suffers Relapse - Hospitalized for Depression and Paranoia

Published on 2012-04-01 15:45:10

Ivonne, the famous Mexican singer and twin sister of Ivette, has been admitted into a treatment facility in Monterrey, Nuevo León, for depression and paranoia. Her twin, Ivette, said to TV Notas, “She has depression and paranoia.

Former President of Mexico, Miguel De La Madrid Dead at 77

Published on 2012-04-01 14:43:18

Former President Miguel de la Madrid died early Sunday at a Mexico City hospital after a long battle with emphysema, Mexican President Felipe Calderon said. He was 77. De la Madrid “dealt with much adversity during his administration” and his death is being “deeply” felt, Calderon said in a Twitter posting. “I wish to express my deepest condolences to the De La Madrid family, especially to Enrique, an outstanding former member of this administration,” Calder [..]

PERSONAL STORY: Fear and Uncertainty for the Undocumented Like Oscar Molina in Alabama

Published on 2012-04-01 12:46:34

This beautiful profile was written by one of our contributors Anne Little.

Immigration Debate Part of Popular Lucha Libre Storyline

Published on 2012-04-01 11:41:28

In an attempt to bring more fans to the struggling sport, Lucha Libre USA brings the heated political debate of immigration into the ring.

U.s. to Help Guatemala Create Anti-Narco Force in Country

Published on 2012-04-01 09:44:40

Guatemala plans to create a military unit to fight drug trafficking in the Pacific region and in San Marcos, a province on the border with Mexico, with U.S. support, Defense Minister Ulises Anzueto said. The Tecun Uman Military Task Force’s mission will be to prevent drugs from being smuggled into the Central American country via maritime routes, Anzueto said. The United States will provide vehicles for patrols and communications equipment to aid the unit in protecting blind spots and ma [..]

Bipartisan Former State & Defense Dept Officials Warn Justices That SB 1070 Harms Foreign Policy

Published on 2012-03-31 23:19:29

For decades, the Supreme Court has understood that our Constitution does not allow the fifty different states to set their own immigration policy, and for good reason. As the Court explained nearly 70 years ago, foreign nations do not take kindly to mistreatment of their citizens within the United States, and such mistreatment can have catastrophic consequences. “Experience has shown that international controversies of the gravest moment, sometimes even leading to war, may arise from real or i [..]

There are 4 Fundamental Topics that Interest Latinos: Immigration, Education, Health and Jobs

Published on 2012-03-31 20:43:43

Hispanic Group, an independent, minority-owned agency that specializes in customized communications solutions across all disciplines of advertising, traditional, digital and social media, branded content, direct response services and experiential marketing to the varied and fast-growing segments of the Hispanic population, today sought to shed light on the six types of Latinos living in the U.S., based on the widely-popular Ipsos U.S. Diversity Markets Report, which released the latest edition l [..]

Blog del Narco: Man Shot Dead While Riding Motorcycle

Published on 2012-03-31 18:42:10

A motorcyclist was shot to death from a moving car, on the busy Causeway Pie de la Cuesta causing panic among people who were there. The victim, Mario Supeña Guadalupe Mier, at the time of execution had just left the shop and he had just started hi motorcycle, at the time the gunmen attacked, killing him instantly. Subjects who killed Mier Supeña were aboard a moving vehicle when they attacked the victim. The 31-year-old, whose body was thrown into the stream bank of the Road Vehicle Pie de [..]

Immigration Reform- Bill to Bar Undocumented From College Dies in Georgia Legislature

Published on 2012-03-31 18:07:47

Activists hailed Friday the death of SB 458, a state Senate bill that sought to bar undocumented immigrants from Georgia’s public universities. The bill also aimed to invalidate foreign passports as ID for obtaining public services. “We’re very happy. It’s a victory for all Georgia residents who are fighting hard to make sure that all the students in the state, whatever their status, can go to college without leaving the state,” Azadeh Shahshahani, National Securi [..]

Puerto Rican Rocker Kingnaldo to Debut New Disc-Combustible ( AUDIO)

Published on 2012-03-31 17:00:47

Puerto Rican rocker Kingnaldo, who made his name in 2009 with his first album, is launching his latest production under the title “Combustible.” Reynaldo Serrano Lima, known as Kingnaldo, told Efe in an interview Friday that his new disc “goes more directly to things that get to me” like social and human injustices, including the ones imposed by systems of government. Kingnaldo, born and raised in the western village of San Sebastian but currently living in Atlanta, sai [..]

Selena Quintanilla Family Talks Exclusively With Cristina 6C/7P April 1

Published on 2012-03-31 13:52:31

The Quintanilla family talks exclusively with Cristina on the new project will continue the musical history of Selena. “Love with You”, an album of duets with Selena’s voice singing with big names in music today. AB Quintanilla, Selena’s brother tells us, their sorrows and joys, “I went through a stage where I was quite lost ... I was blaming me for what happened to my sister.” Do not miss Selena’s family - Abraham, Marcela, Suzette and AB “with [..]

Emotional Moment: Havana Seminarians had Chance to Meet Pope

Published on 2012-03-31 13:06:05

Kenny Fernandez Delgado was 13 when Blessed John Paul II came to the tropical Cuban capital. He remembers little about the 1998 event other than arriving late for the Mass at Revolution Square with his mother and a brother. Today, Fernandez is in his first year of theology studies at the new San Carlos and San Ambrosio Seminary. He called the chance to see Pope Benedict XVI March 28 an exhausting, emotional and unique opportunity. That morning, the seminarians rose at 4 a.m., about an hour ear [..]

Mega Millions Lottery: Three Winning Tickets- Check Here

Published on 2012-03-31 13:02:32

The holders of three very lucky Mega Millions tickets will share the $640 million jackpot, lottery officials have revealed. In the last hours before the drawing, sales were so explosive, the jackpot went from the initial estimate of $500 million to the final $640 million. Tickets with the winning numbers were sold in Illinois, Kansas and Maryland. Illinois’ winning ticket was sold in the small town of Red Bud, near St. Louis, by someone using Quick Pick to select his or her numbers. Ano [..]

Sean Paul Ft. Pitbull - She Doesn’t Mind (Remix) (New 2012 + Downlaod Link)

Published on 2012-03-31 12:10:41

LATIN star Pitbull has put his spin on Sean Paul’s latest hit song, She Doesn’t Mind. It is the first collaboration between the Cuba-born, American rapper and the dancehall artiste. The official remix drops just in time for the summer and follows the original version, which was released on Sean Paul’s fifth album Tomahawk Technique, in January. Download the song here> Pitbull and Sean Paul’s She Doesn’t Mind. Jennifer Lopez and Pitbull have teamed up again for Ms [..]

ICE Reports Deporting Nearly 47,000 Parents of U.S. Citizen Children

Published on 2012-03-31 11:08:16

Troubling New Report Revealing Deportations Data for First Half of 2011 Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the first half of 2011 deported 46,686 parents who had at least one U.S. citizen child, says an ICE report made public on Monday. “If deportations continued at that rate for the rest of 2011, we can assume that over 100,000 kids who are U.S. citizens saw parents deported,” said Stacy Martin, vice president for external relations of Lutheran Immigration and Refugee S [..]

Activists Prepare for Supreme Court Ruling on Arizona’s SB 1070 Immigration Law

Published on 2012-03-31 01:02:58

Defenders of immigrants’ rights on the national level are preparing to respond immediately to the Supreme Court ruling on the future of Arizona’s harsh immigration law. The high court will hear arguments on April 25 on the lawsuit filed by the federal government against law SB 1070, the first in the country to criminalize the presence of undocumented immigrants. The court’s decision will be issued by the end of June. Karen Tumlin, an attorney for the National Immigration Law [..]

‘Chicago Neighborhood Tours’ Offers 25 Different Ways to Explore the City This Summer

Published on 2012-03-30 20:17:32

Every weekend from June through August, discover Chicago’s new microbreweries, historic boulevards, modern art, landmark hotels and more on guided bus tours Journey downtown and beyond with Chicago Neighborhood Tours, easy and affordable excursions that cover all corners of the city. From new microbreweries to historic boulevards, modern art to landmark hotels, Chicago Neighborhood Tours has expanded to include even more diverse offerings. This summer, choose from 25 different tours every we [..]

Mexican Family Accused of Human Sacrifices After 7 Year Old Disappears

Published on 2012-03-30 20:01:02

Eight members of a Mexican family were arrested in the northern state of Sonora on suspicion of committing ritual murders, authorities said. The spokesman for the state Attorney General’s Office, Jose Larrinaga, told Efe that the arrests made on Tuesday resulted from a recent report on the disappearance of a 7-year-old boy. He said that when questioned by police on the matter, some of the boy’s family members began contradicting each other and finally confessed that they had taken [..]

Man Convicted of Espionage Returns to Cuba to be With Terminally Ill Brother

Published on 2012-03-30 19:13:34

One of the five Cuban intelligence agents convicted of espionage in the United States returned to the Communist-ruled island on Friday for a brief visit with his terminally ill brother, state television said. Rene Gonzalez, 55, was released from prison last October after 13 years, but has been unable to return to Cuba due to a requirement that he serve his three-year probation on U.S. soil. Last week, a federal judge authorized the dual Cuban-U.S. citizen to spend two weeks on the island with [..]

Young Mother Veronica Olguin Suing Hospital After Nurse Cuts Off Her Daughter’s Finger

Published on 2012-03-30 17:19:34

Being a teen mom with a sick child is hard enough, but when you arrive at a hospital you hope things will get better not. For young mother Veronica Olguin, however, that was not the case. On October, Veronica, 15, took her then three-month-old daughter Selena to the hospital because she was running a fever. The infant was admitted to Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center and after three days in the hospital she had improved and was in the process of being discharged when a nurse came to remo [..]

HBO Creating Drama Series Around Brando Skyhorse Novel ‘The Madonnas of Echo Park’

Published on 2012-03-30 15:37:44

The critically acclaimed novel The Madonnas of Echo Park by Brando Skyhorse has now been picked up by HBO for adaptation into a drama series. The project will reportedly be written by Julia Cho, the award-winning playwright who has also written for the hit show “Big Love” (HBO) and “Fringe” (Fox). The novel takes a look at the world of Los Angeles’ Echo Park neighborhood and the lives of Latinos who inhabit it. Though the neighborhood has changed since the time Sk [..]

Father Forces Thieving Son to Hold Sign Public Saying he Stole From Family

Published on 2012-03-30 14:35:02

When a Colorado man learned his son had stolen money from a cousin he wanted to teach the by a lesson. Joseph Gonzales of Aurora, CO wanted his son to learn that there are consequences to every action, so when he learned the boy had taken $100 from his cousin he presented one heck of a consequence. For his thievery, 12-year-old Jose was forced to stand on a street corner in Denver holding a bright yellow sign telling anyone who passed of his actions. The sign read: I AM A THIEF I took money [..]

Barista Reveals South American Bugs Provide Color for Starbucks Drink

Published on 2012-03-30 13:44:18

A South American insect used to make a dye called carmine, cochineal, Natural Red 4, or Crimson Lake, was recently “revealed” to be the ingredient that gives Starbucks’ Strawberry Frappuccino its pink color. A Starbucks barista, who is also a vegan, shared with the website ThisDishIsVeg.com that the pink tint in the strawberries and crème drink comes from crushed insects from Mexico and South America called Cochineals. The reason fellow vegans and vegetarians were so angry was due t [..]

Q’VIVA! THE CHOSEN Paves the Way for Multilingual Television

Published on 2012-03-30 13:13:54

Produced in Spanish, Portuguese and English in 21 Countries Worldwide !Q’VIVA! THE CHOSEN has achieved international success as the first multilingual television show to be broadcast simultaneously throughout the Americas. Created by Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony, Jamie King, XIX Entertainment and BlackBerry(R), !Q’VIVA! THE CHOSEN is a groundbreaking series celebrating Latin culture, music and performance arts. Broadcast in Spanish on 22 networks across the Americas, !Q’VIVA [..]

Tornado phenomenon in Monterrey, Mexico (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-03-30 12:40:41

In an unusual event, an apparent tornado was reported touching the ground near Nuevo Laredo-Monterrey highway on Thursday morning said reports. Two young women who witnessed the phenomenon were able to video tape the event while driving only miles away from the funnel. According to experts, these tornadoes can have wind power that can reach up to 250 mph, which is close to the rate of a Category 5 hurricane. At the end of the video a trailer was overturned and thrown into the middle of the h [..]

Southwest Airlines and HACU Partner to Create Travel Grants for Hispanic Students

Published on 2012-03-29 22:31:19

Southwest Airlines (NYSE:LUV), in conjunction with the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), today announced the opening of “Dandole Alas a Tu Exito/Giving Flight to Your Success,” its annual education travel award program for undergraduate and graduate students.

Mayor Emanuel Announces $7 Billion Building a New Chicago Program

Published on 2012-03-29 20:20:37

Comprehensive, Coordinated Revitalization of City Infrastructure Will Create 30,000 Jobs Over Three Years While Improving City Infrastructure Mayor Emanuel today announced a $7 billion, three year infrastructure program, Building a New Chicago, which is one of the largest investments in infrastructure in the City’s history.

There is No Mayan Apocalypse Prediction Says Mexican Astronomer

Published on 2012-03-29 19:14:37

Neither the Mayans’ texts nor their calendar contain predictions of an apocalypse later this year, but regrettably “pseudoscientific media outlets are talking about the end of the world, based on supposed prophecies and the Mayan calendar,” Mexican astronomer Marte Trejo Sandoval said. The Mayans, who lived in what are now Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras and El Salvador between 800 B.C. and A.D. 900, did not leave behind any texts that contain prophecies about the end of t [..]

Panga That Washed Ashore in El Segundo Was Carrying 15 Deported Criminals

Published on 2012-03-29 17:19:23

A panga that washed ashore in El Segundo Wednesday reportedly carried 20 undocumented immigrants to U.S. shores. Of the 20 immigrants, more than a dozen of them were criminals who had been deported after being convicted of crimes ranging from murder to burglary. A court affidavit filed by the Sheriff’s Department stated that 14 men and women had prior offenses in the U.S. Those aboard the smuggling boat said they paid as much as $8,500 just for a seat on the boat, which left from Tijuana [..]

Selena Gomez Makes a Wish Come True for a Little Girl Battling Leukemia (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-03-29 15:37:34

In 2010, a little girl named Ella was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Having battled her way through cancer for the last two year, Ella had just one wish, to meet Selena Gomez. “When you’re the parent of a child with cancer, it just feels like the meanest of the world is just coming down and slapping you in the face,” Ella’s father said. “When the folks from Make-A-Wish told us that she would be able to have a wish, it felt like the whole world was rig [..]

Due to Cost and Availability, Many Latinas Heading into Mexico for Birth Control

Published on 2012-03-29 14:39:45

With the high cost of birth control in the U.S. many Latinas have begun crossing into Mexico for their contraceptives. According to the American Journal of Public Health (AJPH)more Latinas are crossing into Mexico and risking their health to do it, with health experts saying the drugs these women buy in Mexico are not always safe. Dr. Jorge Galdamez recently spoke with NBC San Diego and said that using the wrong form of birth control can increase users’ risk of heart disease and can even cau [..]

Zoe Saldana and Bradley Cooper Call it Quits

Published on 2012-03-29 14:15:49

Various sources are reporting that actors Bradley Cooper and Zoe Saldana have split. A source recently told E! News that after three months, it was Cooper, 37, who brought on the break up because he didn’t want to be i a relationship right now. The two began dating not too long after Saldana broke up with her fiance, Keithe Britton, whom she had been with for 10 years. Just this month Saldana, 33, was seen hanging out with Cooper’s mother Gloria, but it appears that the two may ha [..]

Cover Image for Jennifer Lopez Single “Dance Again” Feat. Pitbull Revealed

Published on 2012-03-29 13:18:29

The image for the Jennifer Lopez and Pitbull song “Dance Again” has been released, and no surprise here, J.Lo is looking sexy. The American Idol judge has said the song itself with be released on Ryan Seacrest’s radio show Friday, March 30, with the video being premiered on Thursday, April 5—the same day the song with be availible to purchase on iTunes. What do you think? Can Jenny from the block pull out another hit? In other J.Lo news, her talent competition show wit [..]

Don’t Drink and Fly: Yet Another In-Flight Freakout Aboard

Published on 2012-03-29 12:32:20

Some people are not good flyers. Some need a drink (or maybe a Xanax) to calm their nerves. And then there are people like Peggy S. Albedhady-Sanchez who get drunk and try to take out the flight attendants. On a two-hour flight from Charlotte, NC to Fort Myers, FL, 50-year-old Albedhady-Sanchez of Union City, New Jersey needed a bit of “liquid courage” to get through the trip. She reportedly mentioned before the flight that she was nervous, but did not give immediate indication that she wa [..]

Honduran Marital Art Champ Arrested for Strangling Five People

Published on 2012-03-29 09:52:07

A martial arts expert who has been a fugitive from justice since May 2010 and is accused of strangling five people was arrested by Honduran police, authorities said Tuesday. The spokesman for the prosecutor’s office, Melvin Duarte, told Efe that Gandhi Espinal Raudales was arrested several days ago. In January 2010, the Central American judo champ was arrested and sent to the National Penitentiary, near Tegucigalpa, accused of five homicides, but he escaped four months later. Prosecutor [..]

National Latino Media Television Writers Program Kicks Off

Published on 2012-03-28 22:00:02

The National Latino Media Council (NLMC)/National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) Television Writers Program is for those writers who can write at least one half-hour comedy or one-hour dramatic television script in English within a five-week period of time. The program will take place in Burbank, CA from October 12, 2012 to November 16, 2012. Each selected participant is expected to complete at least one script by the end of the five-week session, which will then be read by network executives. [..]

Report: Latino Women Paid Less Than Black Women and Rest of U.S. Workforce

Published on 2012-03-28 19:52:04

Pay below the national average persists among the majority of Latino women, who earn, on average, 40 percent less than white non-Hispanic men, according to the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement. The LCLAA, which represents 2 million Latino union members, presented a report stating that Hispanic males also earn less than their Anglo and African-American peers. Specifically, women of Hispanic origin in 2010 earned an average of $508 per week, compared with $592 for black women and $68 [..]

Venezuelan-Born Special Effects Artist Tulio Hernandez Now One of Hollywood’s Biggest Talents

Published on 2012-03-28 19:12:04

Venezuelan-born special effects wizard Tulio Hernandez has been part of some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters. He has worked on “Avatar,” “Spider-Man 2,” “X-Men Origins: Wolverine,” and “Night at the Museum,” among many others. “But what marked my path was the film ‘Komodo,’ in 1999, when I saw my name on the credits and felt I had made the right decisions in my life,” Hernandez, 50, said in an interview with Efe. [..]

Brazilian Wetlands Inspire Gucci Accessories Collection

Published on 2012-03-28 17:19:25

Gucci has taken inspiration from Brazil’s Pantanal tropical wetlands with its latest collection. With bright color, foliage and macaws adorning the luxury brand’s new limited accessories collection, one will certainly standout with these. As with all Gucci products, these accessories come with a hefty price tag. The larger of the two totes offered in the collection, the Sacca GG Plus carry-on, will set you back $1785, while the Joy handbag is a mere $1157. The silk scarves round ou [..]

Could Cristiano Ronaldo be Leaving Real Madrid for Chelsea?

Published on 2012-03-28 15:34:20

According to The Telegraph, the Chelsea football club may be making an offer to Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo soon. Though no official communication between Real Madrid and Chelsea has been made regarding the Portuguese striker, the UK news source has stated that should Chelsea make a play for Ronaldo, it will like include his teammate Gonzalo Higuain. A bid for both players would likely cost the London team around $133 million. In 2009, Madrid paid Manchester United $120 million for Ronal [..]

Taking Tacos to New Heights: TacoCopter is a Great Idea, So Why is the FAA in the Way?

Published on 2012-03-28 14:29:47

Okay, so we’ve likely all had at least one moment in our lives when we just cannot bring ourselves to cook, but also don’t want to, or simply can’t go grab something quick. One tech company has a solution, well for those in the San Francisco area anyway. An unmanned drone aptly named the TacoCopter has been created by a Silicon Valley startup co-founded by Dustin Boyer, Star Simpson, and Scott Torborg. However, while the demand is there – who wouldn’t want tacos delivered by a freakin [..]

Check out David Gonzalez Recount Scary Encounter with Crazed JetBlue Pilot (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-03-28 13:38:08

David Gonzalez and other passengers encountered something they never expected on a routine flight from New York to Las Vegas – a crazed pilot, their pilot. The Jetblue captain was running up the aisle after exiting the back bathroom.

Are NJ State Troopers Racist? Officers Pose with Seized Drugs While Holding Puerto Rican Flag

Published on 2012-03-28 13:12:54

After photos of New Jersey state troopers posing with seized drugs while holding the Puerto Rican flag surfaced, many are demanding to know why the apparently racist photos were taken and what was meant by the inclusion of the flag. The people of the South Jersey town of Camden are demanding to know the meaning behind the photos said to have been taken after a drug raid in 2009. As is the case after most large seizures, photos of the confiscated drugs and weapons were taken. However, two photo [..]

Blog del Narco: Mexico Urged to Investigate Drug Cartels Attacks on Media

Published on 2012-03-28 13:03:40

The Committee to Protect Journalists issued a statement Tuesday condemning recent attacks on a newspaper and television station in Mexico and demanding prosecution of the perpetrators. Both incidents took place in the northern border state of Tamaulipas, a battleground for warring drug cartels. The first attack took place March 19, when a car bomb exploded outside the offices of Expreso daily in Ciudad Victoria, leaving five passers-by injured. Two days ago, an unidentified assailant hurled a [..]

Investigation into Congressmen Finds Rep. Reyes and Family Received $600,000 from his Campaign

Published on 2012-03-28 12:33:58

During an investigation by Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) it was revealed that U.S. Rep. Silvestre Reyes gave both himself and his family more than $600,000 from campaign funds. CREW, which claims the reimbursements undermine public trust, named Rep. Reyes (D-TX) as the representative with the most reimbursements to himself and members of his family. According to CREW’s report titled Family Affair, Reyes’ campaign committee reimbursed him more than $261,000 bet [..]

New Survey Reveals Kids Crave More Fun In Youth Sports

Published on 2012-03-28 03:16:26

84% say They Quit or Wanted to Quit 1/3 Wish Parents Weren’t Watching Our local youth sports leagues, coaches and parents need to have a serious time out to think about how they can bring fun back to youth athletic programs. In a new national survey of children, ages 8-14, who play team sports:

VIRAL: Girl at Miami Music Festival Gets WAY too Friendly With Tree (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-03-27 21:13:30

CAUTION: This is video is not suitable for work (NSFW). We’re not exactly sure if this girl was drunk, high, or just VERY friendly, but one thing is certain. She and that tree had a very special moment that will live on forever thanks to onlookers and the creation of YouTube. Published in Notitas de Noticias

Blog del Narco: El Chapo Calls Out Los Zetas by Delivering 10 Heads

Published on 2012-03-27 21:00:35

The leader of the Sinaloa cartel, Joaquin Guzman Loera, alias El Chapo, openly challenged the criminal group Los Zetas, especially their leaders, Heriberto Lazcano aka The Lazca, Miguel Angel Trevino Morales aka Z 40 and his brother Omar Trevino. The Sinaloa Cartel attacked members of the Los Zetas drug cartel after they ventured into Tamaulipas which the Sinoloa Cartel sees as their turf and dismembered several members of the organization. The dismembered bodies of the Zetas were accompanied w [..]

(McKinley Park) 21-Year-Old Charged with DUI and Hit-and-Run

Published on 2012-03-27 20:36:01

Bianca Garcia, 21, was arrested Monday and charged with aggravated DUI resulting in death, DUI and reckless driving, driving the wrong way on a one-way street and not having a driver’s license or car insurance. On Saturday at about 2:30 a.m., Garcia was driving a Jeep Liberty on the 1100 block of North LaSalle Street when she hit a man in the crosswalk. Garcia then drove away, leaving 32-year-old Jesse Bradley to die in the street. Though Bradley was taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospi [..]

10K of Guatemala’s Indigenous People March to Capital City

Published on 2012-03-27 19:21:29

A massive march of indigenous people arrived Tuesday in the Guatemalan capital after walking more than 200 kilometers (120 miles) to demand a government settlement of a conflict over land. Tired and sweating, with bags slung over their shoulders and waving red pennants, the thousands of Indians and peasants, who were joined Tuesday by social organizations, students and labor unions, marched through the historic downtown area before meeting with President Otto Perez Molina. The director of the [..]

Son of Brazil’s Richest Man Kills Cyclist With Sports Car

Published on 2012-03-27 17:10:00

The son of Brazil’s richest man is being investigated on suspicion of manslaughter after his Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren sports car struck and killed a cyclist in a suburb of Rio de Janeiro. Thor Batista, the 20-year-old son of Eike Batista, does not deny that he was driving the sports car when it struck 30-year-old Wanderson Pereira da Silva on March 17. However, the young heir maintains that he is not culpable for the death of the laborer. After striking da Silva, Batista called emergency pe [..]

Jennifer Lopez Announces First Ever Concerts in Brazil

Published on 2012-03-27 15:34:48

On the actress-singer’s website, Jennifer Lopez writes: Hello Brazil! I am coming back in June. For the first time ever I will be performing in Brazil at the Pop Music Festival by XYZ Live in Sao Paulo on June 23 and Rio de Janeiro on June 27. Eu Te Amo Brasil! So look out, Brazil! Jenny from the block is soon to be Jenny on your block! Published in Notitas de Noticias

EXCLUSIVE: Cessylia’s Road from Teotihuacan to Life in Fear in Alabama

Published on 2012-03-27 14:51:21

This beautiful profile was created by one of our contributors Anne Little.

Following Split From Penelope Cruz’s Brother, Eva Longoria Mending Broken Heart with New Dating Show

Published on 2012-03-27 14:24:57

Former “desperate housewife” Eva Longoria is said to be working on a new dating show for NBC. A source recently confirmed with E! News that Longoria is developing a new dating show currently titled, All About Love about single people seeking the help of professional matchmakers like Tough Love’s Steve Ward and Amber Kellelher, who owns the top-notch dating company Kelleher International. One question remains however, will Ms. Longoria, who recently split from Eduardo Cruz (Pe [..]

Salesman Fends off Robbers With Tequila Bottle

Published on 2012-03-27 13:25:45

If a group of young would-be robbers attacked a 71-year-old liquor salesman, many would fear the worst for the victim, but with the help of one of his products, that victim came out the victor. In the South Side Chicago neighborhood of Englewood, salesman Willie Whitehead was leaving a sales call at a liquor store when a group of teens surrounded him and attempted to take his briefcase. Not willing to simply give in, the man pulled out a sample tequila bottle and stood in defensive position. W [..]

Narcotics Investigation Leads to Seizure of More than $750K Worth of Methamphetamine, $80K in Cash

Published on 2012-03-13 20:19:25

A Chicago Police Narcotics Division Team investigation on the city’s southwest side led to the recovery of four pounds of methamphetamine, $80,000 USC, and the arrest of a Texas woman Monday afternoon. Cecilia Yanez, 50, of Mission, Texas, was charged with one count of felony Delivery of Methamphetamine and several traffic violations. Officers from the Narcotics Division received information about a target transporting methamphetamine from Texas to the Chicagoland area. On March 12, 2012, inv [..]

Guatemalan Involved in 1982 Massacre Sentenced to 6000 Years in Prison

Published on 2012-03-13 19:42:10

A veteran of a notorious army unit was sentenced to 6,060 years in prison for his part in the 1982 massacre of 201 peasants in northern Guatemala. The three-judge panel gave Pedro Pimentel 30 years for each of the victims, plus an additional 30 years for crimes against humanity, though Guatemalan law establishes a maximum prison term of 50 years. The bloodbath took place on Dec. 7, 1982, in Dos Erres, a rural community in Peten province, during the rule of Gen. Efrain Rios Montt, who has been [..]

Police in Taubaté, Brazil Hire Batman to Help Fight Crime

Published on 2012-03-13 17:16:34

Though we have a feeling he won’t have the really cool gadgets associated with the caped superhero, Batman will now be helping to keep Taubaté, Brazil a safer place. Taubaté’s military police have hired a 50-year-old local Batman impersonator, André Luiz Pinherio to patrol the city’s crime-filled neighborhoods. According to Brazilian new source O Vale, Pinherio, a retired military man, will be part of the Movement of Peace and will hopefully be seen as a sign of hope for the c [..]

Check Out Will Ferrell Singing in Spanish for ‘Casa de Mi Padre’ (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-03-13 16:55:59

Will Ferrell sings in Spanish for “Casa de Mi Padre” which opens in theaters on March 16. Check out him singing “Yo No Se”. Yo No Se performed by Will Ferrell from Will Ferrell Published in Notitas de Noticias

LATINO BLOTTER: North Carolina Man Arrested After Teen he Allegedly Raped Gives Birth in Bathroom

Published on 2012-03-13 15:31:30

North Carolina police have arrested Juan Martinez Hernandez on rape charges after a 14-year-old girl identified him as the father of her child. Though police are still investigating the case, Juan Martinez Hernandez, 35, is currently being held at the Mecklenberg County Sheriff’s Office on $250,000 bond after be was questioned and admitted to “engaging in sexual intercourse with the victim on several occasions.” The alleged victim gave birth to a child in an apartment bathroom on Sunday [..]

Spanish Astronaut Michael Lopez-Alegria Retires after 20 Years at NASA

Published on 2012-03-13 14:24:42

Spanish astronaut Michael Lopez-Alegria has left NASA after 20 years with the U.S. space agency. The 53-year-old engineer and former U.S. Navy pilot has dual Spanish-U.S. citizenship and holds two records: the first as the NASA astronaut with the most experience on spacewalks, 10, and the second for being a member of the longest spaceflight mission. During his career, NASA said, Lopez-Alegria spent more than 257 days in space, including 215 days as commander of the 14th expedition to the Inter [..]

Lucci and the Latinas: Soap Star Joins Judy Reyes in Cast of ‘Devious Maids’

Published on 2012-03-13 14:21:33

Known mostly for her work on ABC’s long-running soap opera All My Children, Susan Lucci has reportedly signed on to co-star in the pilot for Devious Maids. According to Deadline, Judy Reyes, Ana Ortiz, Dania Ramirez, and Roselyn Sanchez will now be joined by iconic daytime soap star Susan Lucci in the pilot for Devious Maids, which follows the lives of fours maids in the service of the Beverly Hills elite. Lucci will play, Genevieve Delacourt, one of the maid’s employers. She’ll play a � [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Cop Arrested for Assaulting Girlfriend he Says Attacked him With Justin Bieber Doll

Published on 2012-03-13 13:19:01

A Colorado cop is now on desk duty after he reportedly assaulted his girlfriend allegedly in self-defense after a ‘Justin Bieber’ doll attack. According the Adams County Sheriff’s Office affidavit, Denver Police Officer Michael James Nuanes Jr., 37, was not allowing his live-in girlfriend to have her cell phone so she could leave their home during an argument. According to The Smoking Gun, the girlfriend, identified as Christine Polliard “had notified a friend of Michael’s [..]

Mayor Announces $290 Million Public Space Investment, More Parks Coming

Published on 2012-03-13 12:29:03

Mayor Rahm Emanuel today announced a coordinated citywide effort to invest $290 million over the next five years to complete more than 800 projects in parks, recreational areas and green spaces in neighborhoods across the city. Under this plan, nearly every Chicago resident will see a capital improvement within a 10-minute walk from their home, and the work will create 1,200 construction jobs. Projects slated for completion during 2012 and 2013 include new Chicago River boat houses; new park co [..]

Medical Convention Cancels in Response to Alabama Immigration Law

Published on 2012-03-13 12:24:35

The state of Alabama’s controversial immigration laws have caused a medical association to cancel its 2012 convention in Mobile, for fear that some of may be harassed if they attend. Recently, Mobile’s Press-Register reported that the Association of Departments of Family Medicine had planned to book 500 to 600 rooms at The Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa, at a cost of about $100,000. The convention was expected to bring in about $700,000 worth of business to Mobile according to [..]

US-Brazil Celebrate 18 Years of Science & Technology Cooperation

Published on 2012-03-13 00:18:06

On March 12-13, the United States and Brazil will mark 18 years of science and technology cooperation at the Joint Commission Meeting on Science and Technology Cooperation in Brasilia, Brazil. The meeting, which is held under the auspices of the U.S.-Brazil Science and Technology Agreement, monitors progress on and identifies new areas of scientific cooperation. Representatives from more than a dozen U.S. Government agencies and research institutions will meet with their Brazilian counterparts [..]

Immigration Advocates File Suit Against DHS to Disclose Its Deportation Records

Published on 2012-03-12 23:20:04

Last week, an alliance of national immigration advocacy organizations filed suit against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), seeking to compel the release of documents concerning the agency’s Criminal Alien Program (CAP). Seeking greater transparency, the American Immigration Council (AIC) and the Connecticut chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) brought the suit under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which requires federal agencies to produce responsive, [..]

Chavez Expects to Return to Venezuela from Cuba this Week

Published on 2012-03-12 20:59:21

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez said his progress “is favorable” following his Feb. 27 operation in Havana to remove a cancerous tumor and said he should return to his country “no later than this week.” Chavez said on a Venezuelan state television program broadcast Sunday from Cuba that his latest physical exams “confirm and continue to confirm” his favorable medical progress and said that in the next few days he will begin radiation therapy. “Next we [..]

Narco Blog: Four Killed in Bar in Guerrero ( Warning: Graphic Photos)

Published on 2012-03-12 20:47:03

This weekend four men were attacked while they sat drinking beer at a local Bar “The Amiga Tonin” on the Zumpango River: two died on the spot and two more at the Community Hospital. The bloody killings occurred around 2:50 am in the hotel bar located a few meters from the Municipal Police Command of Zumpango del Rio in San Francisco Barrio. Two men died at the table that they were sitting at. They were identified as Jesus Ericsson Marcos Navarrete, 22 and Juan Feliciano Sanchez, 30 [..]

Attorney Gen. Madigan: DHS Caseworker Guilty in Kickback Scheme

Published on 2012-03-12 20:13:52

Chicago ─ Attorney General Lisa Madigan announced a Cook County jury has found an Illinois Department of Human Services caseworker guilty on fraud and official misconduct charges for allegedly bilking the state out of thousands of dollars. Margarita Lopez, 46, of Chicago, was found guilty late Friday by a jury in Cook County Circuit Court for her role in a scheme to defraud taxpayers through kickback payments she received from family and friends who were fraudulently enrolled in an IDHS care [..]

Javier Bardem Goes Blond for Bond

Published on 2012-03-12 19:15:10

Spanish actor Javier Bardem will wear a police uniform and a blond wig in his role as the villain in the next James Bond movie, according to photos from the shoot published Monday in London. As is customary, the greatest secrecy surrounds the production of the next flick in the Agent 007 saga, but scenes filmed on the streets of downtown London last weekend revealed some intriguing details of “Skyfall” starring Daniel Craig as Bond. Bardem plays a bad guy named Silva, but in the pi [..]

Sofia Vergara to Host ‘Saturday Night Live’ in April

Published on 2012-03-12 17:17:27

During this weekend’s Saturday Night Live with host Jonah Hill, a commercial break announcement revealed that Sophia Vergara will be hosting an upcoming show. On April 7, the Modern Family star will host SNL with musical guest One Direction, a popular British boy band. One thing is for sure, accents will be flying Saturday. This will mark the first time the Latino bombshell will host the show, but with a very active funny bone, she’s sure to bring the laughs. We can’t want to see t [..]

After Greta Van Susteren Complains, Louis C.K. Backs Out of Correspondents Association Dinner

Published on 2012-03-12 16:29:22

After Fox News’ Greta Van Susteren started an uproar over comedian Louis C.K. headlining the 68th annual Radio & Television Congressional Correspondents, the red-haired funnyman has announced that he will no longer be performing. On the Record conservative host Van Susteren wrote on her blog Thursday that she would not attend the Radio and Television Correspondents Assn. Dinner if the comedian remained the headliner, and urged others to boycott as well. In the blog titled “I refuse [..]

Knee Injury Takes NBA’s Ricky Rubio Out for Season and 2012 Olympics

Published on 2012-03-12 15:21:05

Spanish phenom Ricky Rubio was only in his first year with the Minnesota Timberwolves when a showdown with Kobe Bryant ended his season. With just 20 seconds remaining in the Timberwolves’ game against the Los Angeles Lakers, Rubio injured his knee after colliding with Bryant. He fell to the floor and was taken off the court. After being examined it was determined that he had torn his ACL and would be out the rest of the season, also missing the 2012 Olympics, in which he was to play for the [..]

Jose Canseco Turned Away From Mexican League For Allegedly Taking Banned Substances…Again

Published on 2012-03-12 14:23:46

Jose Canseco is once again in trouble with baseball officials for taking banned substances, though his time it’s with the Mexican Baseball League. The former major league hitter was trying out with the Quintana Roo Tigers, hoping to one-day move back up to the major leagues, when he refused to take a drug test and allegedly admitted to Mexican league officials that he had taken a banned substance. ESPN Deportes has reported that the banned substance, which he took without a prescription, was [..]

Fire Destroys 150 Dwellings in Peru

Published on 2012-03-11 21:48:27

A fire on the outskirts of Lima destroyed about 150 dwellings and injured one person, Peruvian firefighters said. The fire broke out Saturday in Ancon, a district in the Pampas de Piedras Gordas neighborhood, and was brought under control, fire department spokesman Daniel Palomares told Radio Programas del Peru, or RPP. About 14 fire units and two tanker trucks were needed to put out the blaze, which was caused by mishandling of a container of gas. This was the second major blaze in Peru in l [..]

Mardona Wants to Settle $53 Million Italian Tax Bill and Return to Italy

Published on 2012-03-11 19:39:09

Former Argentine player and current coach of Dubai’s Al Wasl soccer club Diego Armando Maradona said on the weekend that he wants to settle his back tax bill of some 40 million euros (about $52 million) with the Italian Treasury so that he can return to Naples and be able to get together again with his friends in Italy. The Argentine star made this proposition to the Italian authorities from his residence in Dubai in a statement read in Italian on the satellite continuous-news Sky Tg24 te [..]

One-Year Later Remembering Fukushima - Hear the Earthquake (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-03-11 18:33:02

Today is the one year anniversary of the earthquake and tsunami that hit Fukushima Daiichi and killed 19,000 people and displaced hundreds of thousands of Japanese citizens. One year ago at 2:46 p.m. a 9.0 magnitude earthquake hit and was the strongest recorded in the country’s history. The powerful quake set off tsunami waves more than 7 feet along Japan’s northeastern coast resulting in over 300,000 people being displaced from their homes. Listen to Georgia Tech professor Zhigan [..]

Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, Pushes DREAM Act during Texas Visit

Published on 2012-03-11 17:26:53

In a town hall meeting in San Antonio on this week, Arne Duncan, U.S. Secretary of Education expressed his frustration that the DREAM Act still has not passed while he continued to promote the Obama Administration’s incentive program, Race to the Top. Speaking to a variety of high school students, college officials, and area democrats in the main room of Café College, Duncan, along with San Antonio’s mayor, Julián Castro, discussed the hopeful passing of the DREAM Act as well as the goa [..]

Fox Studios Announces English Version of Popular Telenovela ‘La Reina del Sur’

Published on 2012-03-11 15:27:56

Fans of the Telemundo hit of 2011, ‘La Reina del Sur’ will be pleased to hear that the show will be arriving again in their living rooms, but this time in English. Deadline is reporting that Fox TV Studios president, David Madden, believes the show will be developed as a one hour crime drama and says it may be targeted at cable stations due to its dark and violent storyline. Yet nothing is set in stone and Madden also added that an ‘ABC version’ of the show could also be prod [..]

Court Criticizes Sheriff Arpaio’s Pink Underwear for Inmates Practice

Published on 2012-03-11 14:08:06

Known to be ‘America’s toughest sheriff,’ Joe Arpaio’s policy of dressing Arizona inmates in pink underwear has recently come under scrutiny after a mentally ill inmate believed he was being raped by prison officials attempting to dress him. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals questioned Wednesday, Arpaio’s nearly 20 year policy of dressing inmates in this underwear. They stated, “Unexplained and undefended, the dressout in pink appears to be punishment without legal justificat [..]

NYC Judge Says Latinos and African Americans Owed at least $128 Million in Discrimination Lawsuit

Published on 2012-03-11 12:36:35

After ruling that the Fire Department of New York discriminated against minorities during their entrance exams, Judge Nicholas Garaufis said the amount of money owed to the impacted minorities could surpass $128 million. Many of these 2,000 applicants were not hired as a result of their race; while others who did receive jobs within the department may have been hired sooner. Hearings will still need to be held to help determine just how much each individual will receive. As a result, the to [..]

President Humala Hopes to Build 500,000 New Homes in Peru

Published on 2012-03-11 11:22:22

This week, after Peru’s President Ollanta Humala presented 288 families with new apartments in the city of Carabayllo, he announced his goal of creating 500 thousand new homes by the year 2016. Humala wants to provide the ‘dream of homeownership’ for all Peruvian families. “We aim to build housing to improve living conditions of our people. The family needs a decent home and this is a concern of the government,” said Humala to Peru this Week. The president continued to encourage th [..]

Mexican Singer Belinda offers $10,000 for Twitter username

Published on 2012-03-11 09:00:17

Mexican singer Belinda Peregrin Schull has offered a large sum of money, approximately $10,000, to the owner of the username ‘@belinda’ as an effort to convince the owner to give up the name so she can use it as her twitter address. The girl, who apparently has no interest in the offer, has repeatedly refused to give up the name. Consequently, she has been the victim of attacks by many followers of the singer who rudely demanded the user to yield to their idols demands. The other [..]

Soledad O’Brien Speaks to Students at Disney’s Dreamers Academy Class of 2012

Published on 2012-03-11 08:54:42

Soledad O’Brien, anchor for CNN morning show “Starting Point with Soledad O’Brien,” speaks to high school students March 10, 2012 during Disney’s Dreamers Academy with Steve Harvey and Essence Magazine at Epcot in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The fifth annual event, taking place through March 11 at Walt Disney World Resort, is a career-inspiration program for 100 high school students across the U.S. which included Latino students. Published in Notitas de Noticias

Mexico’s LatAm unveils first fleet of hybrid buses

Published on 2012-03-10 23:00:16

The Mexico City government has unveiled a fleet of eight diesel-electric hybrid buses that will be the first to hit the roads in Latin America. The new buses have a system that combines an internal combustion engine and an electric motor and are to be used on the Mexico City Metrobus system‘s new Line 4, which will link the capital’s downtown with the international airport, the government said in a statement. Metrobus director Guillermo Calderon presented the buses this month at Me [..]

Undocumented Migrants Will Change U.S., Mexican Priest Activists Says

Published on 2012-03-10 22:02:23

Undocumented immigrants will remake U.S. society and politics in the coming years, a Mexican priest who advocates on behalf of Central American migrants said. “They are becoming a hidden, silent revolution that will re-build the United States and transform it into a true democracy,” the Rev. Alejandro Solalinde told Efe at the Guadalajara International Film Festival, which is screening a documentary about the priest’s migrant shelter in the southern Mexican state of Oaxaca. U [..]

50 year old remains of 167 bodies found in Mexican cave

Published on 2012-03-10 18:30:35

Mexican authorities have found 167 human skeletons from about 50 years ago in a cave in the southeastern state of Chiapas, near the border with Guatemala, prosecutors said. The Chiapas state Attorney General’s Office said in a communique that in some cases “the skulls are complete while in others they are fractured, but all are very fragile and break easily when touched.” The cave is on the Nuevo Ojo de Agua ranch in the Frontera Comalapa municipality, some 350 kilometers (21 [..]

9500 Liberty - Watch Award Winning Immigrant Documentary Now on Snagfilms.com

Published on 2012-03-10 17:43:33

In an effort to protect immigrant rights, we want to bring your attention to an award-winning film that is now free to watch and share on SnagFilms.com. 9500 Liberty documents the first time in United States’ history that an Arizona-style immigration law was actually implemented. For eight weeks, Prince William County, Virginia adopted a law requiring the police to question people who appeared to be undocumented immigrants. When the local economy was hit hard by the sudden exodus of workers, [..]

Occupy Chicago Movement will join young immigrants in march

Published on 2012-03-10 17:30:47

The ‘Occupy Chicago’ movement, in association with its sister organization ‘Occupy the Barrio’ announced its participation in the national march for young immigrants of America called ‘Out from the Shadows’. The ‘Out from the Shadows’ march will start the campaign for an American dream for youth to step out from the shadows and stand in solidarity without fear of their immigration status according to recent reports. The outraged Chicagoans will [..]

Gunman Robs Doctors Mid-Surgery at Venezuelan Hospital Making Off With $, Watches and Phones

Published on 2012-03-10 15:43:55

An individual robbed a surgeon and his staff at gunpoint during a procedure being performed in the operating theater of a hospital in the central Venezuelan city of Maracay, making off with watches, cell phones and money, officials at the institution said. The robber, pretending to be a patient, broke into the operating theater Thursday at Red Cross headquarters in Aragua, the head of the institution in that state, Juan Mario Gualano, told Efe. “He (the robber) suddenly took out a gun, b [..]

Grenade attack in Monterrey, Mexico leaves 2 dead

Published on 2012-03-10 15:00:18

On Friday gunmen attacked a local bar with a grenade near the area west of Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, leaving two people dead according to recent reports from the police and the press. That attack was said to have occurred at 7:30 p.m. at the bar named ‘Woman”, which is located on Lincoln Avenue near the intersection with Calle Rangel. Two people died and one was wounded at the site of the attack after a grenade was thrown into the entertainment center of the bar. State Public safety [..]

‘Lost’ Showrunner Carlton Cuse to Work on A&E’s ‘Psycho’ Prequel ‘Bates Motel’

Published on 2012-03-10 13:43:18

Carlton Cuse, best known as the showrunner for ABC’s hit series Lost with Damon Lindelof, has been hired to work on The Bates Motel, a series under development for A&E that will act as a prequel to Alfred Hitchcock’s 1960 classic Psycho. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Cuse will act as an executive producer and will oversee writing and production. Friday Night Light’s Kerry Ehrin will co-executive produce and write on the series. Collider reports that A&E’s initial plan for the se [..]

“I’m Getting Arrested” App Aims to Help the Undocumented

Published on 2012-03-10 13:10:34

A group of pro-immigrant rights activists in Arizona aim to develop a smartphone application that would help immigrants notify friends, family and their attorney if they are detained and arrested during a traffic stop. Arizona was the first state to pass a law to make it a crime to be an undocumented immigrant (SB 1070), leading to an increased crackdown and climate of fear among immigrants. A recent Department of Justice investigation on racial profiling of Latinos by the Maricopa County Sheri [..]

Prince Harry is Brazil’s Prince of Sports

Published on 2012-03-10 12:00:19

In his tour of Central and South America, Prince Harry has attracted the attention of many of the locals in the popular party city of Rio de Janeiro. Harry has been involved in a lot of sports since arriving on the beaches of Flamengo Beach where he was seen playing some volleyball and touch rugby with the locals. He also took part in a foot race where he wore a paper mask that had his brother Prince William’s face printed on it. Harry has been in Brazil for total of three days to help i [..]

Latino Group Joins Re-Enactment of Selma to Montgomery March

Published on 2012-03-10 00:02:53

Thousands of people gather in Alabama each year to re-enact the Selma to Montgomery March that took place 47 years ago. This year protesters will have not just a memory but a new cause as they march across the Edmund Pettis Bridge. Representatives from the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement, Hispanic Federation, League of United Latin American Citizens and the National Council of La Raza held a rally here Wednesday to announce they would join the re-enactment of the civil rights march [..]

Top 25 Colleges and Universities Graduating Latinos

Published on 2012-03-09 22:28:57

A Washington D.C. based nonprofit advocate for the educational success of Latinos, Excelencia in Education, announced Thursday its list of the to 25 higher education institutions graduating Latinos. The report entitled, “Finding Your Workforce: The Top 25 Institutions Graduating Latinos,” focused on students during the 2009 -2010 school year that completed degrees at 2 year and 4 year institutions. According to the report, public colleges lead the way in granting Latino students the most B [..]

Ecuador Catholic University to Expand Access to Lower-Income Students with $15 Million in Financing

Published on 2012-03-09 21:12:01

Universidad Politécnica Salesiana, a socially inclusive Catholic university in Ecuador, will get a $15 million loan from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) to finance its expansion, including the construction of new buildings, purchase of equipment, and the creation of a student loan fund. The IDB loan will help finance half of the total cost of the expansion plan, allowing the University to expand affordable high-quality education to an additional 5,000 students over the next three yea [..]

Chicago Group La Casa Offers Latino College Students Housing

Published on 2012-03-09 20:12:32

A community organization in Chicago has unveiled La Casa, a housing development near the city’s leading universities that seeks to provide Latino college students with a place to live and study at affordable rates. “We want to change the community dynamics, to motivate our young people to go to college and take a degree. The message is clear and very strong,” La Casa director Maria Bucio told Efe. The Chicago-born daughter of Mexican immigrants said there are many Latino coll [..]

Narco Blog: Attack on Military Leaves 13 Criminals Dead (WARNING: Graphic Photo)

Published on 2012-03-09 19:49:05

This week a Military confrontation lead to the death of 13 criminal gunmen, as military elements repelled an armed attack in the city of Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas. In an official statement said that military forces were carrying out surveillance and logistics, when suddenly they were attacked by a group of assassins attacked by gunfire. For a long time, the state of Tamaulipas shootings have become commonplace. Primarily due to the two The Drug Cartel’s turf wars that keep members of the Gulf [..]

Parents of KIlled Suspect File Lawsuit Against Los Angeles Police

Published on 2012-03-09 19:11:44

The parents of a Hispanic member of a street gang who was gunned down by police when he tried to evade arrest announced Friday that they are suing the Los Angeles Police Department. The attorney representing the family of Frank Martinez argued that cops shot at the suspect, who was unarmed at the time, without justified cause. “Officers said they shot at him first (before he could shoot at them) - that turned out to be a lie” since agents found no weapon at the scene of the inciden [..]

Marc Anthony Helping Orphans in Dominican Republic

Published on 2012-03-09 18:12:17

Maestro Cares Foundation Co-Founders, singing sensation Marc Anthony and entrepreneur Henry Cardenas, announced this week that the Foundation has received a land donation by the Dominican-based company Central Romana Corporation. The land will serve to house 43 boys currently living in the Orfanato Ninos de Cristo, an orphanage located in La Romana. The Dominican orphanage will be the first to directly benefit from the Maestro Cares Foundation, a not-for-profit corporation established in Nov [..]

Michael Peña to Star as Cesar Chavez in ‘Chavez’ Directed by Diego Luna

Published on 2012-03-09 17:10:41

Variety is reporting that Mexican-American Michael Peña, 36, has been cast as Cesar E. Chavez in the new film about the civil rights leader’s life. The movie, titled Chavez, will be directed by fellow actor Diego Luna and will also star America Ferrera as Chavez’s wife Helen, and Rosario Dawson as his friend Dolores Huerta. Luna’s close friend Gael Garcia Bernal has signed on to produce, as well as John Malkovich. The biopic, which will reportedly hit theaters next year, has Luna excit [..]

Jose Romero-Valenzuela Racks Up 3 Speeding Tickets En Route to Meth Possession Court Date

Published on 2012-03-09 16:20:00

Let’s just say this week was not Jose Romero-Valenzuela’s best week between a court date for meth possession to the three speeding tickets acquired in an hour trying to get to court. The 34-year-old Las Vegas resident clearly didn’t want to piss off the judge in Oregon City, Oregon hearing his drug case so he was caught speeding on Interstate 84 three different times. His first offense was clocked at 105 mph, the second at 98 mph and the final at 68 mph – at least we can say he was try [..]

American Idol Judges Say Adios to Jeremy Rosado

Published on 2012-03-09 15:49:26

It was the first time American Idol judges got to vote some one off the American Idol island and it was Latino singer Jeremy Rosado who got the boot. It was between him and Elise Testone, who gets to stay and be part of the final 13. The 19-year-old Florida crooner came into Idol as an alternative and there was a lot of hope for him to continue, especially since he appeared to be one of J Lo’s faves. However, his limitations as well as many others were evident after Jessica Sanchez belted o [..]

Latino College Expo in New York City

Published on 2012-03-08 21:08:02

The Latino College Expo is hosting their 22nd Annual College fair preceded by their 4th Annual Leadership Summit for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors who are affiliated with program agencies, high schools, and community-based organizations. This educational event will be held on Saturday, March 17th, 2012 from 12p-3p at New York University’s Kimmel Center. Regarded as New York City’s most anticipated educational event targeting the Latino community from New York City and the neighb [..]

Advocates Rally for Constitutional Amendment To Enforce Legal Rights of Crime Victims

Published on 2012-03-08 20:01:57

Advocates Rally for Constitutional Amendment To Enforce Legal Rights of Crime Victims Marsy’s Law, or HJRCA 29, would amend the Illinois Constitution to protect crime victims and their families Victims’ rights advocates gathered at the state Capitol today to rally support for an amendment to the Illinois Constitution that would legally enforce victims’ rights and help protect thousands of people who have suffered violent crimes. Marsy’s Law for Illinois, also known as [..]

Narco Blog: Charred Body of Young Man Found in State of Mexico ( Warning: Explicit Photos)

Published on 2012-03-08 19:54:48

The body was found on the Colorado Valley Street, between Valley Street and the River Guadalquivir Remedios, near the Mexican Outer Loop. According to the preliminary report of the State of Mexico authorities, the killers put the body in a plastic bag in black, took him to a dirt road on Valley Street Colorado, between Calle Guadalquivir Valley and the Rio de los Remedios, near the Mexican Outer Loop, and covered the body with a piece of cardboard on fire. The deceased was not identified, only [..]

After No Performance in 12 Years, Enrique Iglesias Announces Return to Madrid

Published on 2012-03-08 19:17:55

Singer Enrique Iglesias will return to his native Madrid on May 4 to offer a concert on his “Euphoria” tour, his first such appearance in 12 years in the Spanish capital. It was the singer himself who announced the performance on his official Web site: “Finally a show in Madrid on May 4 has been confirmed! I’m happy to return in concert to Spain after so many years!” Iglesias last December traveled to Madrid to participate in the 40 Principales awards gala, where [..]

70% Californians say Undocumented Should be Able to Keep their Jobs

Published on 2012-03-08 18:50:38

Seventy percent of Californians feel that undocumented immigrants who have lived and worked in the country for at least two years should have the opportunity to keep their jobs, a new poll by the Public Policy Institute of California shows. Support for that view is highest among Latinos, 92 percent, followed by Asians, 65 percent, and non-Hispanic whites, 60 percent, according to the latest PPIC Statewide Survey. The poll was conducted via telephone interviews of 2,001 California adults during [..]

Vampire Woman Using her Appearance to Raise Awareness About Domestic Violence

Published on 2012-03-08 17:37:15

The Mexican mother of four known to many as the Vampire Woman turns a lot of heads with her fangs, the surgically-implanted titanium rods beneath her skin, multiple piercings, and her tattoo-covered body, and now she’s using that attention for a good cause. Former lawyer Maria Jose Cristerna recently told Sky News, “At first people were interested in my looks because it was cool, because it attracts attention and because it’s something different. “But I see it as something good amo [..]

Nearly-Deported DREAM Act-ers Daniela and Dayana Pelaez Visit Members of Congress (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-03-08 17:18:26

Daniela and Dayana Pelaez, two sisters from Miami who were facing a deportation later this month, attended several meetings with members of Congress in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, March 7. The pair traveled to the nation’s capital with their attorney just a day after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement deferred their deportations for two years, for closed meetings with Florida senators Marco Rubio (R) and Bill Nelson (D), Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV), and others. [..]

Romney Ads Attack Santorum for His Supporting Vote for Justice Sotomayor in 1998

Published on 2012-03-08 15:37:03

In a seemingly unwise move for someone trying to attract Latino voters, Mitt Romney’s campaign has been airing ads attacking fellow Republican Presidential Candidate Rick Santorum for confirming Sonia Sotomayor’s 1998 appointment to the federal circuit court. The ad states that Santorum’s 1998 vote “put [Sotomayor] on a path to the Supreme Court,” something that voters should apparently be upset about. This is the second time Romney campaign ads have gone after Santorum for his votin [..]

Latino H.S. Basketball Team Taunted with “USA!” After Defeat

Published on 2012-03-08 14:45:57

The predominately white Alamo Heights’ high school basketball team celebrated their Region IV -4A championship by chanting “USA!” “USA!” Was this just heady enthusiasm or a racist chant as many are charging? Clearly a racist chant since the school has apologized, punished players and the taunt video is going viral. Alamo Heights defeated the predominantly Latino team from San Antonio, the Edison High School. The team and their athletic director were so offended that the San Anto [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Teacher Discovers Inappropriate Texts Between Student, 12, and Man, 28

Published on 2012-03-08 14:33:14

A Salvadoran man was arrested by Texas authorities after a teacher noticed that a student had received suggestive texts from the man. Gerber Deltransi Guevara-Silva, 28 was arrested and taken to Travis County Jail on a charge of online solicitation of a minor after a teacher at Pleasant Hill Elementary School in Austin confiscated a 12-year-old student’s phone Monday morning. A teacher reportedly saw messages that included “I love you, baby” along with a photo of a bed. The teacher then [..]

Health Tip: Coping With Diabetes

Published on 2012-03-08 03:11:35

Accepting your diagnosis You’ve just been diagnosed with diabetes. Accepting the diagnosis is difficult for many people, but it’s an important first step. The American Diabetes Association offers these suggestions: Relax and take a deep breath. Acknowledge any anger, guilt, fear and denial. Maintain a positive attitude. Focus on being strong and telling yourself that you can do this, and that you’re not alone. Don’t let diabetes define who you are. [..]

Undocumented California Woman Deported After Protesting Foreclosure On Her Home

Published on 2012-03-08 02:37:39

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials last week deported an undocumented California woman to Mexico following a citizen’s arrest that occurred as she protested a potentially illegal foreclosure on her home. Blanca Cardenas is married to an American citizen and has two children — one age 14, the other 17 months — who are both American citizens, but following her arrest, she was deported to Mexico with no money and nothing but the clothes on her back. Cardenas was arrested out [..]

Drink and Dash: Customer Cuts Through Plastic Patio Wall to Avoid $33 VinoTab

Published on 2012-03-07 22:32:16

We don’t think Robert Wedder didn’t like the Argentine wine at Boulder’s hip Centro Restaurant , we just think he’s a cheap ass. The Colorado resident, this weekend, tried to get out of a $33 bar tab by cutting through the restaurant’s plastic patio wall. Apparently Wedder didn’t appreciate that Centro Restaurant is dedicated to a “soulfully delicious Latin cuisine” and has garnered numerous awards including “Denver’s 10 Best New Restaurants” and “Top Five Boulder Resta [..]

Hispanic and Black Students More Likely to Face Suspension, Expulsion, or Arrest

Published on 2012-03-07 21:32:03

In a civil rights report released Tuesday by the Education department, Hispanic and African American students were found to be involved in almost three quarters of arrests as a result of school related issues. The release of this report has created serious concerns for civil rights groups as well as those in the field of education. The report used data from 2009-2010 at more than 72,000 schools covering 85% of the country. According to the data, 42 percent of referrals to law enforcement in [..]

Business Alert: Armed Robbery 8th District (Chicago Lawn)

Published on 2012-03-07 20:13:06

About the Crime: This alert gives notice to business owners operating the in the 8th District of a recent armed robbery incident which occurred on February 22, 2012 at 1:55pm, in the 4600 block of South Kedzie Ave. Two male white Hispanic offenders entered the location and requested to see jewelry pieces. An additional two male white Hispanic offenders entered and all four offenders announced a robbery. The offenders possibly fled in a red or maroon sport utility vehicle. About the Offenders: [..]

Narco Blog: 18 Month old Baby Killed by Gunfire Outside Walmart

Published on 2012-03-07 19:47:08

A 18-month-old who was injured at the outbreak of an artifact in a shopping center in Nuevo Laredo died this morning. The child, identified as Gabriel De Luna Bridan Meza , was among 10 people injured at the shootout on Sunday at the mall Paseo Reforma, in the Avenida Reforma, near the entrance to the Walmart store . This incident occurred about 21:30 pm when gunmen clashed with each other outside the Walmart. The baby struggled since being shot on Sunday, but the baby died today at the House [..]

Argentine Adolfo Suaya Finds Success in the Hollywood Food World

Published on 2012-03-07 19:19:45

Argentine Adolfo Suaya came to the United States 27 years ago with the dream of being a movie actor, but he rewrote the script of his life and “managed to seat Hollywood at his table,” becoming the owner of 17 of the most famous restaurants in Southern California. He moved from his native Buenos Aires to Los Angeles at the age of 24 to study acting at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, whose alumni include giants such as Dustin Hoffman, Paul Newman, Al Pacino and Robert D [..]

61 Year-Old American Deported from Dominican Republic for Engaging in Sex Tourism

Published on 2012-03-07 18:47:21

A Shrewsbury, Mass., man has been charged in federal court with engaging in sex with a minor in the Dominican Republic. This investigation is being led by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). Conrad Gallant, 61, was charged in a criminal complaint with engaging in illicit sexual conduct in foreign places. The complaint alleges that on several occasions between February 2011 and February 2012, Gallant traveled to the Dominican Republic an [..]

Have You Seen These? Adidas Basketball Trainer-Cowboy Boot Hybrid. Wow

Published on 2012-03-07 17:12:08

Sometimes two cultures come together and give us some pretty amazing things (see Filter Magazine’s Culture Collide Festival) and then there are times when we just have to take a step back and ask, “Why?” Such is the case with new Jeremy Scott MEGA Soft Cell Boots from Adidas. Described as footwear to “get you rodeo-ready” these shoe-boot hybrids mix the functionality of basketball trainers and the (ahem) style of cowboy boots. Interested in buying these unique kicks? You’l [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Guatemalan Tries to Smuggle Heroin Lollipops Through Orlando Airport

Published on 2012-03-07 15:23:22

Friday, a Guatemalan man was arrested at Florida’s Orlando airport after inspectors checked the clearly anxious man’s luggage and found a number of heroin lollipops. After arriving in the U.S on a flight from Central America, Rafael Quinonez Jimenez was spotting by in U.S. customs agents, as he was “very nervous and was sweating profusely” as he approached them, the arrest affidavit read. When agents searched his belongings they found more than 3 kilograms of heroin disguised as 172 lo [..]

Health Tip: Lower Your Risk for Osteoporosis

Published on 2012-03-07 03:17:03

Here are factors you can control Some risk factors for osteoporosis you can’t control—such as your age, heritage and family history of the brittle bones condition. But the womenshealth.gov website says there are risk factors than you can control, including: Getting plenty of calcium in your diet each day. Getting plenty of daily vitamin D. Eating a healthy, balanced and nutrient-rich diet. Getting plenty of weight-bearing exercise. Avoiding smoking and drinkin [..]

Latino Blotter: Alleged Molester Dad Chokes Daughter During Supervised Visit

Published on 2012-03-06 22:52:44

Rafael Leao of Miami-Dade is accused of choking his 4-year-old daughter during a supervised visit and after losing custody due to child molestation charges. Leao, 30-year-old, was visiting his daughter inside a family services center with a social worker present, it was the social worker that heard the screams of the little girl “He’s choking me!” Apparently the social worker went to answer a phone when the incident happened. Leao had lost custody due to sexual abuse charges and was to [..]

Check Out: Directory of Scholarships, Internships and Programs for Latino Students

Published on 2012-03-06 21:07:29

Check Out “Directory of Scholarships, Internships and Programs for Latino Students”. This directory was prepared by the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute with the support of State Farm. There is a lot of useful information and resources for Latino students here. Click here to access. Published in Educacion

Federal Court in Illinois Shuts Down Nationwide “Employee Benefit Plan” Tax Scheme

Published on 2012-03-06 20:13:35

A federal court has permanently barred Tracy L. Sunderlage, Linda Sunderlage and four companies from operating an alleged scheme to help high-income individuals attempt to avoid income taxes by funneling money through purported employee benefit plans, the Justice Department announced today. Judge John W. Darrah of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois entered the permanent injunction orders, to which the defendants consented, against the Sunderlages, SRG International L [..]

Narco Blog: Four Policeman in Convoy Attacked in Nuevo Leon

Published on 2012-03-06 20:09:10

Four uniformed police Apodaca were injured in a shooting attack by criminals and the unit in which they were traveling overturned finished. The incident was reported around 10:00 pm at the intersection of Santa Rosa Road and Camino Mezquital Santo Domingo, opposite the Los Angeles Pantheon. All four policemen were injured by gunfire. After a rescue by the Mexican Red Cross and Civil Protection rescuers Apodaca looked after, they were transferred to a local hospital. The patrol was traveling [..]

Shakira Says She Watches Every One of Boyfriend Gerard Pique’s Soccer Matches

Published on 2012-03-06 19:11:19

Colombian singer Shakira said she never misses a match where her boyfriend, Spanish soccer star Gerard Pique, is playing. Aware of the “dedication, commitment, discipline and teamwork” needed to play professional soccer, the vocalist said in an interview with the Web site FIFA.com that she gives Pique her support in every way he needs. “It can’t be easy having a performer as a partner either!” she laughed. Pique plays professionally for FC Barcelona and is a membe [..]

Venezuela’s ex-Miss Universe Dayana Mendoza Donates $20,000 From “Celebrity Apprentice"to Fight AIDS

Published on 2012-03-06 19:04:46

Venezuela’s ex-Miss Universe Dayana Mendoza donated to the Latino Commission on AIDS the $20,000 she won for her triumph in this week’s challenge on the reality TV show presented by billionaire Donald Trump. Mendoza has been taking part since Feb. 12 in the new season of “The Celebrity Apprentice” that airs Sundays on the NBC network. Every week the contestants face a new challenge, and whoever wins garners points and money. “We are extremely grateful and honored [..]

Latino Blotter: 10-Yr Prison Sentence for Two Latinos Possessing Machine Gun & Selling Grenades

Published on 2012-03-06 18:16:15

Jose Eduardo Munoz, 28, and Alfredo Israel Zendejo Jr., 22, both Laredo residents and convicted felons, have each been sentenced to serve 10 years in federal prison for illegal possession of a machine gun, United States Attorney Kenneth Magidson announced today. Munoz pleaded guilty on November 17, 2011, while Zendejo pleaded guilty on December 17, 2011. At their respective plea hearings, both admitted that on or about July 13, 2011, they delivered and sold a fully automatic Cobry M‐11, 9mm s [..]

Gloria Estefan to be Mentor on New Singing Competition Show “The Star Next Door”

Published on 2012-03-06 17:16:07

Gloria Estefan and country singer John Rich (Big & Rich) have signed on to be mentors on the CW’s upcoming music competition show “The Star Next Door”, executive-produced by singer-actress Queen Latifah. What separates this show from “The Voice” and “American Idol” is the fact that the cameras will be heading to the contestants, rather than the singers auditioning on a studio stage. According to a release from the CW, the mentors will “travel to where the talent is, immersing th [..]

Has the Chupacabras Now Grown Wings? Mexican Man Says He Saw Winged Beast Near Site of 35 Dead Sheep

Published on 2012-03-06 15:40:59

Some local citizens of the Mexican town of Paracuaro believe that the legendary chupacabras has not only grown wings, but is also responsible for the deaths of 35 sheep. The sheep were reportedly killed over night on March , their bodies allegedly brandishing claw and tooth marks near the neck. For years, the legend of the chupacabras and similar beasts have been swirling throughout Latin America and even southern U.S. states. Sightings of the chupacabras began in 1994 (some say 1995) and tell [..]

Tatooed Murder Scene Killer, Anthony Garcia, Collected $30,000 Unemployment Benefits while Jailed

Published on 2012-03-05 22:47:07

Convicted murderer, Anthony Garcia, is getting more notoriety than his murder-scene tattoos, this time for collecting unemployment benefits while sitting in a Los Angeles jail. Authorities say Garcia’s 47-year-old father, Juan Garcia and his two girlfriends Sandra Jimenez and Cynthia Limas collected his unemployment checks from 2008-2010, cashed them and deposited the funds into Garcia’s account and that of other gang members. Garcia, a gang member, is in jail for the 2004 killing of riva [..]

Brazil Oil Giant Petrobras to Provide 5,000 Scholarships

Published on 2012-03-05 21:24:50

State-controlled oil giant Petrobras plans to provide 5,000 scholarships over the next six years to Brazilian students who plan to earn degrees abroad in fields related to the energy industry, the National Petroleum Agency, or ANP, said. The Petrobras scholarship plan, which will cost 320.9 million reais (about $188.8 million), has been approved by the ANP. The goal is to train workers to meet Petrobras’s growing demand for skilled personnel in strategic areas. Petrobras, one of the wor [..]

Latino Blotter:  Man Mom Meets on Online, Moves in 4 Days Later,  Assaults Her 3-year Old

Published on 2012-03-05 20:39:48

A Texas mom is accused of meeting a man on line allowing him to move in with her four days later and watching when he sexually assaulted her three-year-old daughter. The alleged assailant is 23-year-old Matthew James Salinas who is charged with aggravated assault of a child and has bond set at $40,000. The unidentified victim made believable complaints to her grandmother in February, she in turn went immediately to the Cameron County Sheriff. Salinas was living with the mother, toddler an [..]

Vida/SIDA Opens LGBT Homeless Shelter, First of Its Kind of Midwest

Published on 2012-03-05 20:14:25

It took years of revised plans and fundraising, but on March 3 Vida/SIDA cut the ribbon on its much-anticipated LGBT homeless youth shelter, the first of its kind in the Midwest. More than 75 people packed into the Humboldt Park organization to celebrate the opening of El Rescate. “This is about hope,” said Cook County Commissioner Edwin Reyes. “It’s about dignity, and it’s about saving lives.” The transitional housing facility, located on the 4th floor of [..]

Narco Blog:  Man Murdered at Children’s Party in Broad View

Published on 2012-03-05 19:52:09

In the midst of a children’s party, two gunmen executed a young man. He was shot four times in the north of Monterrey. The deceased, 18, nicknamed “The Cri Cri”, was shot in the chest and died instantly. The murder was reported in Colonia La Esperanza. According to witnesses, just as the clown show was to begin at the party, two men came walking in and asked for a man, who authorities did not name. Regardless of the presence of children and women, gunmen aimed their weapons [..]

Pablo Milanes Cancels Tour in Spain After Emergency Surgery

Published on 2012-03-05 19:15:02

Cuban singer-songwriter Pablo Milanes cancelled his Spanish concert tour after undergoing emergency surgery for an umbilical hernia at Ruber Internacional Clinic in Madrid. Although the hernia did not prove to be serious, the medical team treating the artist advised him to undergo the operation to avoid possible peritonitis, according to the Cuban musician’s public relations office. The same sources said that Milanes, who will have to have complete rest for three weeks, tried to avoid th [..]

Nearly 4 Million Mexican teens have Posted Racy Photos on Web

Published on 2012-03-05 19:01:46

Around 3.6 million Mexican teenagers say they have posted photos of themselves in “provocative poses” on the Internet, the IFAI data-protection agency said. And more than 40 percent of those young people say they do not consider it dangerous to go out on a date with someone they met online, IFAI Commissioner Angel Trinidad Zaldivar said. At an event with two law firms specializing in data protection, Trinidad said that “a new culture of personal data protection” must be [..]

VP Joe Biden’s First Leg of Latin America Trip is Visit with Mexico’s Felipe Calderon

Published on 2012-03-05 18:25:41

Mexican President Felipe Calderón met with US Vice-President Joseph Biden, currently on a working visit to Mexico City, at the official Los Pinos residence today. They agreed on the importance of coordinated work with a long-term view for the well-being and security of the two countries. They also highlighted the importance of the contributions made by migrants to their communities. President Calderón hailed the Mexican economy and the advancements achieved in social development. He highligh [..]

Michelle Rodriguez Among Those Discovery Their Ancestry on PBS Series “Finding Your Roots”

Published on 2012-03-05 17:18:50

Michelle Rodriguez is among those taking part in the 10-part PBS series Finding Your Roots, in which those taking part join Harvard scholar and renowned cultural critic Henry Louis Gates Jr. into the discovery of each person’s ancestry and the role it plays in American history. Finding Your Roots examines the histories and family genealogies of a number of well-known personalities. But everyone has a story. Whether it’s anecdotes about ancestors from generations past, or stories of rece [..]

6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Argentina this Morning

Published on 2012-03-05 16:41:55

An early morning earthquake registering at a 6.1 magnitude rocked Argentina with no reports of damages or injuries. The earthquake struck some 342 miles below the Earth’s surface some 69 miles away from the city of Santiago del Estero. It is believe the depth of the quake is why there were no reports of damage or injuries. Santiago del Estero is located in the northern region of the country and is the country’s twelfth largest city. Published in Notitas de Noticias

Mexico Declares 50 Tourist Attractions “Magic Villages”, Places that Reflect Country’s Culture

Published on 2012-03-04 17:49:44

Fifty tourist destinations in Mexico’s interior have been declared “Magic Villages” by the federal government in its drive to enrich what the country has to offer tourists besides its main attractions of sun, sea and sand. Ten years after Real de Catorce in the north-central state of San Luis Potosi and Huasca de Ocampo in the central state of Hidalgo became the first towns in the program, these Magic Villages welcomed 2.3 million tourists in 2011, 6.2 percent more than the pr [..]

President Hugo Chavez Confirms Recurrence of His Cancer, Remains Optimistic

Published on 2012-03-04 16:38:16

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez said Sunday that he will undergo more radiation therapy after confirming that the tumor that was removed from his body on Feb. 26 in Havana was a “recurrence” of the cancer he was diagnosed with last June. Chavez offered the details of the biopsy performed on the tumor, which he said was “two centimeters (about 3/4 inch) in diameter, that was removed from his body a week ago during a special 90-minute television program that was recorded in Cub [..]

Mexico Serial Killer and Rapist Captured After Escaping from Prison, 8 Victims Known Thus Far

Published on 2012-03-04 14:01:31

A man arrested in late February for the murders of seven women and who later escaped from a jail in Mexico state, which surrounds the Federal District and forms part of the Mexico City metropolitan area, has been captured, officials said. Cesar Armando Librado Legorreta was arrested by authorities on Saturday, Mexico state Gov. Eruviel Avila said in a Twitter posting. “The Mexico state Attorney General’s Office has just arrested Cesar Armando Librado, alias ‘El Coqueto,’ [..]

Unprecedented Public Celebrations for Lent and Way of the Cross in Cuba

Published on 2012-03-04 13:19:22

The Havana Archbishopric is celebrating unprecedented live and public “Way of the Cross” events on the streets of the Cuban capital during Lent and in preparation for the visit to the island by Pope Benedict XVI late this month. One of the ceremonies took place on Saturday in the residential neighborhood of Central Havana, where some 200 religious faithful and curious onlookers gathered in a park to witness the recreation by a number of young people of scenes of Christ’s passi [..]

Andy Garcia Announces Plans to Direct Film on Last 10 Years of Hemingway’s Life

Published on 2012-03-04 11:13:56

Cuban-American actor Andy Garcia said during an appearance at Mexico’s Guadalajara International Film Festival that he planned to make a film about “the last 10 years of the life” of legendary American writer Ernest Hemingway. “I’ve always been passionate about fishing and about the book “The Old Man and the Sea,” and I knew that I had to do this screenplay,” Garcia said Saturday during a discussion with young filmmakers a few hours before being h [..]

Panama Improves Ability to Respond to Natural Disasters with $100 Million Standby Loan

Published on 2012-03-04 10:48:19

Panama will substantially improve its ability to respond to natural disasters with a $100 million Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) standby loan. When disasters such as earthquakes and floods strike, the government can quickly draw from the facility to provide immediate assistance and to resume basic services to victims. “Rapid access to liquidity will reduce the impact that any emergency may have on public finances, ensuring greater stability in long-term economic growth,” sai [..]

STUDY: Fitness Programs Lack Cultural Relevance for Minorities

Published on 2012-03-04 08:06:47

Many leading causes of death are linked to unhealthy lifestyle behaviors, including inadequate physical activity. Adults in minority populations have lower levels of physical activity and higher rates of preventable deaths, according to the Department of Health & Human Services. In a new study, University of Missouri researchers found that minority adults who received exercise interventions increased their physical activity levels. However, these interventions are not culturally tailored to be [..]

Bolivia’s Evo Morales Released from Hospital, Resumes Presidential Duties

Published on 2012-03-04 07:13:44

Bolivian President Evo Morales on the weekend left the hospital in the central city of Cochabamba where he had been admitted suddenly 24 hours earlier, and specialists attending him said that he is in “very good health,” the government-run media reported Sunday. Morales’ hospitalization - which ended on Saturday evening - had not been announced and he had to cancel at the last minute three speeches he was going to give on Saturday morning in the Andean city of El Alto to inaug [..]

State Dept. Officials Travel to Brazil to Discuss Nuclear Safety Issues

Published on 2012-03-04 07:06:32

Acting Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Rose E. Gottemoeller and Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation Thomas M. Countryman will travel to Brazil from March 4-5 to meet with senior Brazilian Government officials for bilateral discussions on nonproliferation and disarmament issues. A key focus of this trip is the upcoming Nuclear Security Summit process and updates on arms control issues, such as the implem [..]

Latino Blotter:  31 Charged for Smuggling Undocumented Aliens into U.S. for Over a Decade

Published on 2012-03-04 06:46:19

A federal grand jury returned indictments against 31 Texas residents for their involvement in a conspiracy to harbor and transport illegal aliens. A sealed indictment was returned Jan. 25, and partially unsealed upon the arrests of the following 12 individuals: Petronilo Sanchez-Jimenez, 42, Norma Leticia Silva-Garcia, aka Norma Sanchez, aka Norma Rocha, 38, and Sandro Alvarez-Maldonado, 35, all of Edinburg, Texas; Armando Olmedo-Trevino, 47, Maria Herrera, 34, John Castillo, 31, Ricky Garibal [..]

Arizona Immigration Law Dealing with Day Laboers Partially Blocked by Court

Published on 2012-03-04 00:20:58

Arizona’s immigration law, SB1070, which became effective on July 2010, was partially blocked this week. The specific provision that was blocked dealt with prohibiting people from blocking traffic while seeking or obtaining day laborer services on the streets. District judge Susan Bolton, the judge that blocked this provision, provided that it would give just cause for opponents to claim an invasion of their First Amendment right. Judge Bolton even stated that opponents of the law were “li [..]

Man Sentenced for Mortgage Rescue Fraud Scheme Targeting Latino Arizona Homeowners

Published on 2012-03-03 23:45:28

On February 27, 2012, Luis Belevan of Phoenix was sentenced to 60 months’ imprisonment for his role in a 2009-2010 mortgage rescue scheme that affected at least 1,800 local distressed homeowners. Belevan pleaded guilty in October to conspiring with Brian Prehoda to defraud homeowners into paying an up-front fee of $1,595 to their company, The Guardian Group, LLC, based on false promises of mortgage assistance. The Guardian Group targeted its false claims at local Hispanic homeowners. Brian P [..]

Five People Gunned Down in Sinaloa Hospital

Published on 2012-03-03 23:09:05

Five people were gunned down at a private hospital in Culiacan, capital of the western Mexican state of Sinaloa, authorities said Friday. Several armed men entered the Rehabilitation and Specialties Clinic late Thursday and killed patient Jesus Ramon Angulo Vega, according to the preliminary police report. The intruders killed three more people outside the clinic, including security guard Manuel Roberto Vargas, and wounded municipal police officer Israel Herrera Parra, who happened to be at th [..]

Romeo Santos Continues Successful U.S. Tour

Published on 2012-03-03 20:01:37

Singer Romeo Santos marches on with his successful U.S. concert tour while celebrating his 10 nominations for Billboard Latin Music Awards with his first solo album, “Formula Vol. 1.” Backstage before his date with fans in Miami, the singer-songwriter shared with Efe the rituals he goes through before each concert on his first tour without the bachata group Aventura. “I don’t get nervous, but I do feel very eager - it’s like I want to be onstage now, I want to hea [..]

Warner Bros Choose Daniel Espinosa to Direct ‘The Outsider’

Published on 2012-03-03 20:00:28

Warner Bros is in the middle of negotiating with Safe House director Daniel Espinosa to direct their new movie “The Outsider”. The movie, written by Andrew Baldwin, is a gritty action film about a POW in Osaka during WWII who comes to work for the Yakuza. Art and John Linson from “Sons of Anarchy” are producing. Espinosa has become rather popular after his debut success with “Safe House” starring Denzel Washington and Ryan Reynolds. Published in Notit [..]

Selena’s Widower Publishes Memoir of Their Time Together

Published on 2012-03-03 17:00:33

The guitarist who was married to the singer Selena when she was murdered in 1995 has published a book telling the story of his love for the Queen of Tex-Mex. Published simultaneously in Spanish and English, “‘Para Selena con Amor’ (‘To Selena, With Love’) is a love story told from my point of view, written in a way that expresses the dignity of the person I loved so much and who was my wife,” Chris Perez told Efe. “What I tell is the truth about what w [..]

Chespirito’s Health Returns After Scare

Published on 2012-03-03 16:08:18

“Many thanks to everyone asking about my health, I feel tired, but VERY well, moved, happy and receiving a lot of care,” the 83-year-old artist wrote on Twitter, by which he communicates daily with his more than 2.5 million fans. Chespirito was setting the record straight following reports in Mexican media about his supposed failing health, sparked by his having to leave the National Auditorium Wednesday in an ambulance. Despite that, Gomez Bolaños endured with good humor the almo [..]

Jose Feliciano To Sing Anthem in Opening of Marlins Stadium

Published on 2012-03-03 14:57:50

After 33 months of construction and more than 650 million dollars in investments, the new Marlins stadium is ready to have its grand opening along with its pre-game festivities which will be produced by Emilio Estefan. Estefan will not only organize the show to inaugurate the monumental new headquarters designed by Jeffrey Loria, but he also plans to make the show have a connection with the Miami culture. Estefan stated with excitement ” Our production, we are going to have a lot of sur [..]

Don Francisco Now Has His Own Hollywood Star

Published on 2012-03-03 14:00:10

This year has been one full of many successes for talk show host Don Francisco and for his show ‘Sabado Gigante’ (Giant Saturday) which is celebrating its 50th year on the air. Another success to add to the year is Don Francisco’s entrance to the Hall of fame of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences of the United States. Today, Don Francisco obtains his own star on Hollywood Boulevard, making him the first Hispanic television figure to obtain such an honor. Sofia Vergara will [..]

Search for Missing Plane in Chile Continues

Published on 2012-03-03 13:00:13

Andres Allamand, the minister of defense in Chile, announced that the search for plane that went missing this past Thursday would continue for seven days. The plane went missing during its flight from Melinka to Quellon, and had eight passengers. In a statement to the press the Secretary of the State also supported this decision saying “ We are still not absolutely certain that the plane crashed into the sea, we know it was in flight, but we are not certain that there are no survivors.” [..]

Arpaio’s Press Conference Falls Short

Published on 2012-03-02 23:59:39

Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio held a much touted press conference on Thursday to announce the results of his “cold case posse” looking into the legitimacy of Obama’s birth certificate. Ultimately though, they hype didn’t match the results. Rumors about Obama’s birthplace began circulating when the president was campaigning in 2008. In an effort to prove that he is a natural born citizen, Obama released his long form birth certificate last April. However, Arpaio felt that there was sig [..]

Cuba Facing Pork Shortage in State Markets

Published on 2012-03-02 19:15:38

Pork, the main attraction among all Cuban dishes, has been in short supply at state markets since January following a drop of almost 70 percent in availability due to production problems and a lack of “coordination” between the Agriculture Ministry and the Food Industry. “The processing of smoked meat in the capital is practically at a standstill and deliveries to retail outlets are dwindling. The amount of pork produced in the west is not enough to meet the demand, nor are de [..]

Jenni Rivera in “Diva Sessions” for Billboard Latin Music Conference

Published on 2012-03-02 19:00:11

Mexican-American star Jenni Rivera will be “The Diva We Want to Know” at the April 23-26 Billboard Latin Music Conference & Awards in Miami. The one-woman entertainment powerhouse will sit down for a Q&A session with Billboard’s executive director of Latin Content and Programming, Leila Cobo. Rivera “is the only Latin artist who stars in her own very successful television show. She’s a top-seller. She’s a top-touring act. And she represents Latina women in t [..]

Search Continues for Brazilian Tourist Lost in Villarrica Volcano

Published on 2012-03-02 18:10:45

Approximately 50 troops of “Socorro Andino, the “GOPE de Carbineros”, guides from “Conaf”, and private companies have all continued the search for Felipe Santos, a 21 year old Brazilian tourist lost in the volcano “Villarricca” in Chile. The variety of experts has also not been able to find the body of Mexican Rodolfo Sarovich, also a 21 year old, who was traveling along with Santos. After slipping into a ravine while hiking near the volcano this pas [..]

Undocumented Immigrant Forced to Work for $.85 an Hour at New York Mansion

Published on 2012-03-02 17:15:11

After the original owner of a Rexford, New York mansion known as Llenroc lost his house Annie George, 39, and her husband moved in, but what no one knew was that for more than 5 years, an undocumented immigrant was being employed under near forced labor conditions. The immigrant, who was only identified in court documents as an Indian immigrant named “V.M.”, was offered employment as housekeeper with a monthly income of about $1000. Instead, V.M. was paid just 85 cents an hour and worked [..]

Agents Arrest Drug Smugglers Near Temecula, Retrieve 51 lbs of Cocaine, 2 lbs of Heroin

Published on 2012-03-02 16:26:45

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Border Patrol agents working jointly with Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies, Murrieta Police officers, and California Highway Patrol officers arrested a suspected heroin smuggler who illegally fled from the Interstate 15 Border Patrol checkpoint on February 28. At approximately 10:30 a.m., agents and Murrieta Police officers on patrol attempted to stop a red 2005 Dodge Neon just south of the I-15 checkpoint. The driver of the vehicle, a 28-year-old male Un [..]

California Youth Counselor Sentenced to 29 Years in Prison for Producing Child Pornography

Published on 2012-03-02 15:19:34

Defendant Also Ordered to Pay $234,000 in Restitution to Victim Thomas Perez Jewell was sentenced yesterday in federal court in Oakland, Calif., to 29 years in prison and was ordered to pay $234,000 in restitution for producing child pornography, announced Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division, U.S. Attorney Melinda Haag of the Northern District of California and Special Agent in Charge Stephanie Douglas of the FBI’s San Francisco Field Off [..]

Another Teacher in Southern California Arrested for Sexual Relationship With Student

Published on 2012-03-02 14:27:18

Yet another teacher in Southern California has been arrested for allegedly having inappropriate sexual contact with a student. In a school just little more than an hour southeast of Los Angeles, a teacher at Hemet High School has been accused of having a sexual relationship with one of her students. Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has arrested 31-year-old Janel Ramirez on suspicion of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor, continued sexual abuse of a minor, and two counts of oral co [..]

Selena Gomez Shows a Little Skin

Published on 2012-03-02 14:05:20

Selena Gomez accidentally showed off a little too Thursday while getting her morning coffee. She stopped at Starbucks yesterday morning before heading to the set to film her new movie Spring Breakers when her loose fitting top slipped, making Gomez’s bra visible. Maybe it was a not-so-subtle birthday present to her boyfriend, Justin Bieber? Published in Notitas de Noticias

Former Puerto Rico Senator and Businessman Each Sentenced to 48 Months for Bribery Scheme

Published on 2012-03-02 13:33:16

Hector Martinez Maldonado, a former Puerto Rico senator, and Juan Bravo Fernandez, the former president of the largest private security firm in Puerto Rico, were each sentenced today to 48 months in prison for their roles in a bribery scheme involving the passage of legislation beneficial to Bravo Fernandez’s business, announced Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division. The defendants were sentenced by Judge Francisco A. Besosa. Judge Besosa a [..]

Stroke Risk Rises With Duration of Type 2 Diabetes: Study

Published on 2012-03-02 03:13:23

After 10 years with blood sugar disease, chances of brain attack tripled, researchers say. People who’ve had type 2 diabetes for more than 10 years are three times more likely to have a stroke than people without diabetes, new research suggests. “The longer people had diabetes, the more likely they were to have a stroke. The risk went up pretty dramatically, to up to a threefold risk for people who’ve had diabetes more than 10 years,” said senior study author Dr. Mitche [..]

Racy JC Advice: Stop Hiding the Truth (and Your White BF)

Published on 2012-03-02 02:29:18

Dear JC, I’ve been dating my boyfriend, Colin, for over a year now, and we are planning on moving in together. I recently met his parents and they were super nice and open. Now he wants to meet my parents. The problem: They definitely won’t approve. You see, Colin’s white and my parents are from Kenya. Marrying fellow Kenyans is very important to them. Hell, they refused to meet my older sister’s first boyfriend because he was Ethiopian. (Ethiopia is right next to Kenya! [..]

Staff at Latino Nursing Home in Humboldt Park Say the Home is Unsafe

Published on 2012-03-01 20:19:18

Chicago is a very neighborhood-centric city. That is why it is probably not surprising that many area nursing homes follow the same trends, with close identification with the specific neighborhood in which they are found. Our Chicago nursing home attorneys realize that when those particular homes have chronic problem, an entire community of seniors and their families can face unnecessary hardship. For example, the Center Home for Hispanic Elderly is located in Humboldt Park—as the name implies [..]

Narco Blog: Authorities Capture Kidnapper Twice- In Less than Three Months

Published on 2012-03-01 19:56:11

Mexican authorities continue to demonstrate their lack of abilities with this case as highlighted in the state of Durango. The kidnapper Julio Cesar Quintero Escobedo, 34 years old, was captured last November 2011, when elements of the Special Unit for Combating Abductions of the Office of the State of Durango, located with a band of criminals. Julius Caesar was a member of the kidnapping gang operating in the municipality of Pueblo Nuevo, along with four others when he was captured. Fragoso S [..]

Diego Rivera Sketches Get a Facelift in Mexico

Published on 2012-03-01 19:17:29

Four sketches made by Mexican artist Diego Rivera in the 1930s for New York’s Rockefeller Center are being restored with a grant from Bank of America, the Diego Rivera-Anahuacalli Museum said. The sketches, which are part of the holdings of the Diego Rivera-Anahuacalli Museum, were deteriorating due to the effects of humidity and the temperature in the gallery, the museum said in a statement. The four pieces “reveal, on the one hand, the work of one of the best known Mexican artist [..]

Cash-Strapped Spanish Town Authorizes Marijuana Plantation

Published on 2012-03-01 18:55:05

Leaders of this northeastern town have given the green light to the establishment of a cannabis plantation to boost municipal revenues and create jobs in the context of Spain’s economic crisis. The Rasquera city council voted in favor of leasing land to the Barcelona-based ABCDA group to plant marijuana, a project that will create 40 jobs and is projected to generate 1.33 million euros ($1.78 million) over the next two years. The private consumption and cultivation of pot is legal in Spa [..]

Bill Gates Angers Many In Peru After Saying Other Countries are More in Need

Published on 2012-03-01 17:18:12

Microsoft founder Bill Gates recently made a number of people angry when he stated that aid agencies should be concentrating on the poorest countries in the world, not those like Peru, which he said actually has a median income of about $10,000 (adjusting for the price of goods), making it a median-income country. While Gates was not necessarily incorrect, it did not stop politicians and columnists in Peru from attacking, saying that while Peru may be wealthier than at least half of the countri [..]

Two Carnival Corp. Cruise Ships Turned Away at Argentina Ports

Published on 2012-03-01 15:31:07

The latest development in Argentina’s fight over the Falkland Islands has the country barring two Carnival Corp. cruise ships from entering their ports. Monday, Princess Cruises’ Star Princess and P&O Cruises’ Adonia ships were turned away at Ushuaia, Argentina. The Star Princess ship had been turned away earlier this year by the Falklands government citing health concerns after the ship stopped in Argentina. Argentina turning away the same ship seems to reflect the tension curr [..]

DO YOU SEE IT? New Mexico Man Sees Face of Jesus in a Tortilla

Published on 2012-03-01 14:13:18

A New Mexico man says he has seen the face of Jesus and you can too. David Sandoval of Española, NM believes the face of Jesus, the son of God, in the discoloration of a tortilla he found on Ash Wednesday. Sandoval says he was getting ready to eat one of his mother’s homemade tortillas on the holy day when he saw the face of the Lord on it. He showed the baked tortilla to his mother who easily saw it as well. Wanting to share his amazement, Sandoval said he posted a photo of the tortilla [..]

Is ‘Jersey Shore’ Star Snooki Pregnant?

Published on 2012-03-01 13:10:15

Though she has denied them for months, rumors that “Jersey Shore” star Snooki is pregnant are surfacing once more, this time claiming she’s three months along. TMZ says a source has confirmed that pint-sized, self-proclaimed guidette Snookie is pregnant, but said she kept it to herself because she didn’t want to jinx it, as she believes in the superstition that it is unlucky to reveal to anyone that you are pregnant before the third month. The father of the alleged baby is said to be h [..]

Health Tip: Protect Your Kids’ Teeth From Cavities

Published on 2012-03-01 03:05:28

Here’s what you can do Monitoring your child’s diet and limiting sugar intake can help protect the child from cavities. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics offers these suggestions to promote healthier teeth: Offer only water or low-fat milk to your child, instead of soda or juice. Skip meals and snacks that pack a lot of added sugar. Allow only sugarless gum. Teach your child which foods can harm or help dental health. Practice proper dental hygiene among [..]

Limited Preschool Access Dims Success for Latino Children-And California’s Future

Published on 2012-03-01 02:45:13

Gabriela Ramos had hardly knocked when four-year-old Fátima Martínez opened the front door of her family’s home and ushered in her preschool instructor. With a dimpled smile on her face, Fátima sat down at a miniature Disney princess-themed table in the middle of her family’s living room. Ramos joined her, and launched into a bilingual lesson focusing on colors, shapes and animals. Just a few feet away, Fátima’s mother, María Martínez, a farmworker, sat at the edge of t [..]

Univision Launches New 24-Hour Telenovela Channel ‘Tlnovelas’

Published on 2012-03-01 00:20:31

Univision has recently launched a new channel dedicated to running soap operas 24 hours a day. The channel, called “Univision tlnovelas”, will run classic and popular telenovelas such as “Rosa Salvaje” and “Esmeralda”. Besides this, the channel will also offer exclusive interviews with the stars, interesting facts about the stars and producers, and behind the scenes content. “Tlnovelas” will be available through the cable service DishLATINO channel 837. Published in No [..]

Drug Related Violence at Unprecedented Levels in Central America

Published on 2012-02-29 23:16:52

Escalating violence involving drug trafficking organizations in Central America has reached “alarming and unprecedented levels,” making it one of the most violent areas in the world, the United Nations anti-narcotics panel stressed in its annual report. “Drug trafficking organizations have increased their operations in the region, posing a serious threat to the security of the region,” says the report produced by the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB), which identified Hondura [..]

Goya Foods Unveils New Culinary Arts Scholarship

Published on 2012-02-29 21:27:23

Goya Foods, America’s largest Hispanic food company, announced a new annual nationwide Culinary Arts and Food Sciences Scholarship Program offered to four students entering their freshman year of college to obtain their first undergraduate degree in culinary arts and/or food sciences. Administered by the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, the nation’s largest leading Hispanic scholarship organization, Goya’s Culinary Arts and Food Sciences Scholarship is available on a competitive bas [..]

Historic Victory Announced: Chicago Clean Power Coalition Press Conference March 1

Published on 2012-02-29 20:13:23

Little Village Environmental Justice Organization DATE: Thursday, March 1st TIME: 10 am LOCATION: Cermak and May St., Dvorak Park MORE: Today, Midwest Generation, a subsidiary of Edison International, will announce the retirement of its Fisk and Crawford coal plants, two of the oldest and dirtiest coal-fired power plants in the nation. The announcement marks a historic victory for a decade-long grassroots campaign to protect Chicago residents from the harmful impacts of coal pollution. Accordin [..]

Narco Blog: Three Men Killed in Acapulco

Published on 2012-02-29 20:07:51

Yesterday afternoon three men were shot to death in the street Paseo de la Cañada High Infonavit in the colony of Progress. Two of the three executed were identified as Nicholas Salgado and Jorge Luis Avila Hernandez Lemus, 50 and 27 years of age, respectively. The third victim was not identified until the evening. Nicholas Salgado Avila was shot on the banks of the street and Jorge Luis Lemus Hernandez at the foot of a wall. At the scene authorities recovered Magnum shell casings caliber 357 [..]

Man Wanted for Murdering 8 Women Escapes Federal Prison in Mexico

Published on 2012-02-29 19:19:11

A manhunt is underway in Mexico state and the Federal District for the suspected rapist and killer of eight women after he escaped from jail hours after being arrested, officials said. Cesar Armando Librado Legorreta was detained on Monday and escaped from a police lock-up a few hours later, the Federal District Attorney’s Office said. Officials in Mexico state, which surrounds the Federal District and forms part of the Mexico City metropolitan area, asked authorities in the capital for [..]

Georgia Mulls Banning Undocumented from Public Universities

Published on 2012-02-29 18:41:27

Activists and students in Georgia rallied here to urge legislators to reject SB 458, which if approved would prohibit access by undocumented immigrants to all of the state’s public universities. “Activists, educators and students from all over Georgia have come to the Capitol to show their opposition to a measure that is fundamentally unfair, that lacks economic vision and is unnecessary, that is attacking students who came here when they were small children with this country being [..]

Central America Drug-Related Violence at Unprecedented Levels from Narco Wars

Published on 2012-02-29 18:34:16

Escalating violence involving drug trafficking organizations in Central America has reached “alarming and unprecedented levels,” making it one of the most violent areas in the world, the United Nations anti-narcotics panel stressed in its annual report which was launched today. “Drug trafficking organizations have increased their operations in the region, posing a serious threat to the security of the region,” says the report produced by the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB), [..]

Teens May Fare Worse After Concussion Than Children or Adults

Published on 2012-02-29 03:22:06

Injury can cause long-term problems with short-term memory in teens, researchers say. Teenagers who suffer a concussion are more sensitive than adults or children to its aftereffects, Canadian researchers report. Concussions can affect short-term memory in adolescents, which is essential for reading and calculating, and those effects can last for six months or longer, the study authors found. “Contrary to the belief by some parents and coaches that children can play through a concussion [..]

Narco Blog: Police Commander Found Decapitated( Warning: Graphic Photos)

Published on 2012-02-28 20:17:47

A decapitated man was found in the trunk of a late model car on the banks of the Acapulco-Mexico Highway, in the colony Vicente Guerrero. The finding was reported at about two o’clock in the afternoon and speculation that it was a state trooper who was kidnapped on Saturday along with another partner from a military facility. With regard to this release, police commented that the other state police member that was kidnapped had he managed to escape from his captors. As of this morning [..]

Mayor Emanuel Announces New Sustainability-Focused Twitter Feed and Web Page

Published on 2012-02-28 20:16:44

Continues Commitment to Promoting Sustainability For All Chicagoans The Office of Mayor Rahm Emanuel today announced that it would launch a new sustainability webpage and Twitter account, so Chicagoans can keep up with news about Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s environmental policies, sustainable community projects, green business initiatives, and find ways to get involved to in the greening of our city. “Promoting sustainability throughout the city is a key focus of my administration, and is integral [..]

A Number of Young Latinos Running for State Office Positions in Colorado

Published on 2012-02-28 19:19:35

A group of young Colorado Hispanics in this year’s elections will seek to win seats in the state legislature, thereby transforming the demographic growth of the Latino community into political power on the state level. The Latino politicos, all Democrats and most of them under 30, have launched their respective campaigns jointly. “We’re a group ... And we hope that upon presenting ourselves all together and simultaneously in the political arena everyone will accept us also,&# [..]

Cuban Cigar Sales Up 9 Percent Internationally

Published on 2012-02-28 19:03:24

International sales of luxurious Cuban cigars climbed 9 percent in 2011 with revenues of $401 million following an upturn in the market, executives of Habanos S.A. said Monday. On the opening day of Cuba’s 14th Cigar Festival, organizers stressed how important these results are amid the economic woes afflicting their main European markets and the spread of restrictions on smoking. Habanos S.A., founded in 1994, is a mixed company with equal participation by state-owned Cubatabaco and the [..]

Don Omar, Pitbull, lead Billboard Latin Nominations

Published on 2012-02-28 18:53:11

Don Omar, Pitbull, Prince Royce, Mana, Romeo Santos and Shakira are the artists with the most nominations for the 2012 Billboard Latin Music Awards, the Telemundo network announced Tuesday on its morning show “Levantate.” Topping the list is reggaeton sensation Don Omar vying for 16 prizes in 14 categories, including Songs Artist of the Year, Male; Latin Rhythm Albums Artist of the Year, Solo; and Social Artist of the Year. To add a dash of irony to the event, two of Don Omar’ [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Mother Goes to Police After Neighbor Tattoos Her Underage Daughter

Published on 2012-02-28 17:11:03

A Texas teenager liked the iconic Sanrio character Hello Kitty so much that she had it tattooed on her body by an unlicensed, tattooing neighbor. Olga Losoya of Olmito, TX, the unidentified teen girl’s mother, said she was terrified when she learned her daughter had gotten a tattoo that could easily have gotten infected. The neighbor, 19-year-old Rudy Garay, is said to have tattooed the 15-year-old girl in his home, using homemade tattoo equipment. He does not have license to tattoo, though [..]

Latinos Harassed, Immigrants Denied Pay, Families Live Without Water Thanks To Anti-Immigrant Law

Published on 2012-02-28 15:24:38

Since HB 56, Alabama’s extreme immigration law, went into effect last fall, children stayed home from school out of fear that their parents would be deported, and U.S.-born children have been denied food stamps because of their parents’ immigration status. Public utility companies denied service to anyone who did not provide ID to prove they were legally in the U.S. Farmers watched their crops rot in the fields after their workers left Alabama. In all, one study shows that the damage from HB [..]

Lionel Messi Scores with Impressive Accuracy Against Atletico (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-02-28 15:14:24

There’s a reason he’s the best paid player in history. Argentinian soccer star Lionel Messi hit his target with stunning accuracy Sunday during a match between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. With the teams tied at 1-1 in the 81st minute, Messi landed a free kick in the upper corner of the Atletico net. He and Barcelona would hold on to their lead to win 2-1. Check out the goal below. Published in Notitas de Noticias

LATINO BLOTTER: Drunk Driver Plows into Police While They Investigate Body in Road

Published on 2012-02-28 14:29:30

A man in New Mexico was taken in to custody after police say he slammed into a fire truck at the site of an investigation. Bernalillo County deputies were investigating a body they found in the middle of the road Friday when drunk driver Thomas Montano came plowing onto the scene. At around 2:30 a.m., police were in the process of identifying the body of a 59-year-old man found in the street when Montano is said to have sideswiped a fire truck, hit a guardrail and slammed into an ambulance whi [..]

Another Batch of Birth Control Pills Recalled for Faulty Packaging

Published on 2012-02-28 03:12:10

Dosing directions could limit effectiveness, lead to unintended pregnancies. A second company has issued a voluntary recall of birth control pills because of a packaging error that could lead to incorrect dosing and expose women to unintended pregnancies. Glenmark Generics Inc. said the seven lots of birth control pill packets, sold as Norgestimate and Ethinyl Estradiol, do not pose any immediate health risks, but that women using these oral contraceptives should immediately switch to another [..]

Bloggers Agree: Mitt Romney, GOP Candidates Ignore Latino Vote at Their Peril

Published on 2012-02-28 03:10:32

Remember Wednesday night’s GOP debate in Mesa, Arizona, where the Republican candidates proclaimed that Arizona and its extremist SB 1070 anti-immigrant law was a model for the country? We said that “modeling America’s immigration policy on the failed experiment in Arizona is a guaranteed pathway to failure for the GOP… As Republican candidates continue to shove their hand in the face of Latino voters, they can kiss their chances of winning the general election goodbye.” And it looks [..]

Secretary Janet Napolitano to Visit Latin America

Published on 2012-02-27 23:30:38

Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Acting Commissioner David Aguilar, and Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary for International Affairs Alan Bersin will travel to Latin America. Napolitano and her team will be visiting Mexico City, Guatemala City, San Salvador, San Jose and Panama City from February 27 through February 29 to meet with international counterparts and discuss the United States government’s efforts in facilitating t [..]

Narco Blog: Man Executed While Walking in Guadalajara

Published on 2012-02-27 20:16:43

After being approached on the street, a man lost his life in the historic center of Guadalajara, after a gunman shot him several times at close range. The body was identified as Edgar William Lemon Alvarez, 30, a resident of the Colonia El Retiro. Authorities located seven 9 mm caps, where at least three of these hit the victim’s body. Witnesses said that when Lemon Alvarez walked up to the attacker he spoke to him. Then the assailant pulled a gun from his clothing and detonated. Read [..]

Schools in the U.S Teaching Spanish With New Method

Published on 2012-02-27 19:07:06

Learning Spanish is becoming more important for Americans every day, so the pilot launch of an interactive learning program in schools is being carried out to create a new model for introducing the United States’ second-most-spoken language into the country’s educational system. E.L. Haynes Public Charter School in Washington has been the first to employ the new program that enables students to study Spanish on their own computers using specialized software. The fact is that Washin [..]

Mexican Archbishop Warns of Fake Tickets for Papal Mass

Published on 2012-02-27 19:00:27

Distribution of tickets for the Mass that Pope Benedict XVI will celebrate during his visit to the central Mexican state of Guanajuato is slated to start in the second week of March and all tickets being offered on the Internet are fake, Leon Archbishop Jose Guadalupe Martin Rabago said. “Whoever says they have tickets available is obviously lying,” the archbishop said Sunday. Martin Rabago said in a press conference that it would be difficult to estimate how many people might trav [..]

Boston College Senior Franco Garcia Missing Since February 21

Published on 2012-02-27 17:16:52

A search is on for a 21-year-old Massachusetts student who went missing last week. Friends and family of Franco Garcia are worried and confused after the Boston College senior disappeared. He was last seen at around 12:20 a.m. early Wednesday morning, as friends saw they saw him as he left a local bar in Brighton, MA. A friend said she thought it was odd that he did not say good bye, but still just assumed he went home. Posters have been put up all over town and state that he was last seen wea [..]

Cruise Ship Adrift in Italy Just Days After Carnival Cruise Passengers are Robbed in Mexico

Published on 2012-02-27 15:38:41

A group of Carnival Cruise passengers are understandably shaken after armed men robbed them while they were heading back to the ship from a nature hike in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Hooded gunmen reportedly boarded the guests’ bus and stole money and belongings of 22 passengers of the Carnival Splendor cruise ship. As the bus returned from a jungle trail tour in El Nogalito around 5 p.m., then assailants commandeered the bus, stole the passengers belongings and ran off the bus, heading towards [..]

STUDY:  Family and Peers Essential to Mexican-American College Student Success

Published on 2012-02-27 15:12:31

Hispanics are enrolling in the higher education system at a greater rate than ever, yet they are less likely than their non-Hispanic peers to enter college or earn degrees, according to the Pew Hispanic Center. A new study by a University of Missouri researcher found that Mexican-American college students’ family and peer attachments are associated with prosocial and physically aggressive behaviors that can affect their success in college. Gustavo Carlo, Millsap Professor of Diversity in the [..]

AZ Gov. Jan Brewer Passes on Dinner at White House, Endorses Mitt Romney

Published on 2012-02-27 14:32:05

Arizona’s controversial Governor Jan Brewer has announced her endorsement of presidential candidate Mitt Romney. On Sunday, Brewer told NBC’s “Meet the Press” that she felt Romney was the man she felt “can carry the day.” Adding, “Mitt is by far the person that can go in and win.” Brewer has made national headlines for her support of harsh and often-deemed racist immigration laws. The endorsement from Brewer ahead of Tuesday’s Arizona Republican presidential primary could bo [..]

FARC Release 10 Hostages, Vow to End Kidnappings

Published on 2012-02-26 22:41:45

he FARC guerrillas on Sunday announced that they have banned the practice of kidnapping throughout Colombia and that they will release the 10 soldiers and police officers who remain in their hands as hostages. The announcement by the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, or FARC, came in a public communique released on its Web site and datelined in the “Colombian mountains.” “We also announce that starting today we prohibit the practice (of taking people hostage) in our rev [..]

Brazilian Research Station in Anarctica Destroyed by Fire, Kills Two

Published on 2012-02-26 20:34:29

Two Brazilian soldiers died and another was injured in a fire at the Comandante Ferraz research base that Brazil maintains in Antarctica, officials said. “In an act of heroism, they were right at the spot of greatest risk, in an attempt to contain the fire and they did not achieve that. All the researchers and civilian officials were rescued and are on the continent, in Chile,” Defense Minister Celso Amorim said. Saturday’s fire also injured Sgt. Luciano Gomes Medeiros, who i [..]

Female Sinaloa Cartel Narco Member Arrested for Ordering Multiple Kllings

Published on 2012-02-26 18:57:13

A woman who confessed to ordering the killings of five people last month was among several Sinaloa drug cartel members arrested in the northwestern Mexican state of Baja California, state officials said. Martha Lizeth Osegueda Rodriguez told investigators following her arrest on Friday night that she ordered the killings of five people on Jan. 28 in the border city of Tijuana. The 24-year-old suspect ordered the killings to steal drugs from a rival gang that operates in the neighborhoods close [..]

Luis Miguel Concert Inaugurates New $400 Million Mexico City Arena

Published on 2012-02-26 17:48:14

Mexican singer Luis Miguel took the stage on the weekend at the new but unfinished Mexico City Arena, a venue with a capacity of 22,300 and filled with enormous screens and luxuries such as private suites but which was opened despite numerous unresolved problems. Dirty seats, work materials in the corridors, uncontrolled air conditioning and screens that do not work were just some of the inconveniences the approximately 20,000 people who came to the inaugural concert had to put up with. Accord [..]

Hispanic Association Seeks Nominees for Its Hall of Champions

Published on 2012-02-26 16:30:25

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) announced that nominations for the HACU Hall of Champions will be accepted through Friday, April 13, 2012, 5:00 p.m. (CDT). The HACU Hall of Champions was established to honor those who embody the mission of the Association through exemplary efforts “To Champion Hispanic Success in Higher Education.” Dr. Antonio Rigual, a pioneer of Hispanic higher education, became the inaugural inductee during the Association’s Sil [..]

Plane Crash in Brazil Kills State Legislator and Two Others

Published on 2012-02-26 14:41:30

A state legislator and two other people died in a plane crash in the northern Brazilian state of Para, officials said. Alessandro Novelino, legislative aide Jose Augusto dos Santos and an unidentified pilot died Saturday when the two-engine plane went down. The cause of the accident has not been determined, officials said. The plane was traveling from Belem, the capital of Para, to a ranch in the northeastern part of the state when it disappeared from air traffic controllers’ radar scre [..]

Dominican Singer-Songwriter Juan Luis Guerra Debuts New Christian Album

Published on 2012-02-26 13:33:07

Dominican singer-songwriter Juan Luis Guerra next Tuesday will release his new album “Coleccion Cristiana” with 11 songs directed at the Christian market, his press office said. The new album by the international artist contains seven new songs, among them “En el cielo no hay hospital,” which is already being played by many radio stations. In addition to that number, the album also includes “El quita pena,” “Viene bajando,” “Las Avispas, [..]

Colombia Rounds Up Record Number of Narcos Wanted in U.S., 16 Planes & 10 Tons Cocaine Also Seized

Published on 2012-02-26 11:26:50

Colombian authorities captured 34 suspected drug traffickers wanted in the United States, in the biggest roundup of criminals for extradition in the history of the country’s war on drugs, police officials said Saturday. The captures resulted from several months of investigations by the Dijin criminal investigation unit of the National Police in cooperation with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, or DEA. The National Police director, Gen. Oscar Naranjo, told the press in Cali that [..]

POLL:  55% of Americans Oppose Affirmative Action for College Admissions

Published on 2012-02-26 10:05:11

The U.S. Supreme Court last week agreed to hear a case involving the use of race as a factor in college admissions. Most voters oppose the use of so-called affirmative action policies at colleges anduniversities and continue to believe those policies have not been successful despite being in place for 50 years. The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds that just 24% of Likely U.S. Voters favor applying affirmative action policies to college admissions. Fifty-five percent (55 [..]

Mexicana Airlines Set to Return to the Skies

Published on 2012-02-26 08:41:26

Mexican airline Mexicana de Aviacion, grounded since August 2010 while in bankruptcy proceedings, is set to return to the skies under new ownership. Early this month, private company Med Atlantica deposited $300 million and showed proof of its ability to recapitalize the airline, which could resume operations in April, officials said. “The new owners have decided to invest another $300 million in hotel projects and $50 (million) more for contingencies, which amounts to $650 million,̶ [..]

Five-Day Sting Operation in Loiza, Puerto Rico Seizes Guns, Drugs with Multiple Arrests

Published on 2012-02-25 23:30:28

The San Juan-based, multi-agency Border Enforcement Security Task Force arrested eight individuals and seized illegal guns and drugs during a five-day operation in the municipality of Loiza, Puerto Rico. From Feb. 13 through Feb. 17, San Juan BEST, in conjunction with federal, state and local partners, conducted “Operation Night Creepers,” a simultaneous air, sea and land operation in an effort to identify, disrupt and dismantle criminal organizations operating in the Loiza, Puerto [..]

Culturally Responsive Teaching Model to Expand in Chicago & Suburbs

Published on 2012-02-25 20:06:24

Students’ academic achievement and social development grew from a curriculum that uses culture as the foundation for literacy and fine arts instruction—according to a three-year independent study conducted by nonprofit Changing Worlds and its research partner, Loyola University’s Center for Urban Research and Learning (CURL). The study, “Unlocking Pathways to Learning” will be released Tues. Feb. 28 at an 8:30 a.m. breakfast reception hosted by Northern Trust. (181 W. Madison, 7th f [..]

The Top 10 Things You Should Know About Arizona’s Latinos and Immigrants

Published on 2012-02-25 18:05:59

Since Arizona’s Republican-controlled legislature and governor passed the harsh anti-immigrant law S.B. 1070 in 2010, the state has been ground zero for the nation’s increasingly acrimonious immigration debate. The policies enacted in S.B. 1070 and the rhetoric used to justify the law have angered and alienated Arizona’s Latino population—the fourth-largest in the nation. If the state’s rapidly increasing number of eligible Latino voters tilts away from the party that enacted and conti [..]

Gloria Estefan - Hotel Nacional Official Music Video

Published on 2012-02-25 17:03:01

Gloria Estefan’s New HIT Video “Hotel Nacional” is a tribute to cult film favorites such as “Rocky Horror Picture” “The Birdcage” “Some Like It Hot” and many more… It also features special guest Susan Lucci!! Published in Notitas de Noticias

Narco Blog: Young Cross Dresser Killed – Warning- Graphic Photos

Published on 2012-02-25 15:53:41

A young man, allegedly gay was found murdered in an area located about 10 meters from the road-Chichihualco Chilpancingo, near the place known as “The Last sticks ” with a bullet in the left temple by which then exited on the right side. The body of the young stranger was found at 15:15 pm yesterday. The boy, wearing women’s clothing, makeup and was wearing a purple skirt, blouse and sweater black, silver sandals woman, a black thong and earrings in the form of silver rings. [..]

The Arizona “Model”: Failed Immigration Policy, Successful Voter Mobilization

Published on 2012-02-25 15:02:22

In order to win over the most conservative, extremist voters in the Arizona Republican primary (which will be held Tuesday, February 28th), presidential candidate Mitt Romney called the state’s immigration policy a “model” for others to follow. But reality says otherwise. As “ground zero” for anti-immigrant state laws, Arizona—with not only SB 1070, but the abuses of Joe Arpaio, Russell Pearce and Jan Brewer—has become a laboratory for failed immigration policies, with negative h [..]

Black Eyed Peas’  Jaime Gomez, aka Taboo Honored for Latino Advocacy

Published on 2012-02-25 14:05:26

The Black Eyed Peas’ Jaime Gomez, known as Taboo, is the 2012 recipient of the National Hispanic Media Coalition’s Outstanding Advocate for the Latino Community Impact Award. “For many years people thought I was Asian, others thought I was the Filipino of the Black Eyed Peas,” Gomez told Efe. “And now it’s like I’ve taken a step forward and have my own community embracing me and telling me, hey! we’re happy about all the hits you’ve had wit [..]

US Senators Warn Latin America on Iran Ties

Published on 2012-02-25 12:56:37

U.S. senators are warning Latin American nations against deepening financial and military ties with Iran, pledging heightened U.S. vigilance of Iranian activities in the Western Hemisphere. The Senate’s Foreign Relations Subcommittee took a close look Thursday at Tehran’s dealings with Latin America. Iran’s increasingly isolated regime retains friends in Latin America, most notably Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez. U.S. Democratic Senator Robert Menendez had a stern message for the [..]

Kelly Clarkson Sings Demi Lovato’s ‘Skyscraper’ (Video)

Published on 2012-02-25 12:08:23

Kelly Clarkson isn’t just an American Idol, she’s also Demi Lovato’s idol. The 29-year-old “Stronger’ singer, who is currently on tour, performed Demi’s hit from Unbroken, “Skyscraper.” Clarkson has allowed fans to pick a song for her to cover while she’s on her Stronger Tour. According to PopCrush she sang Cee Lo, Coldplay and Etta James so far on her tour, and when she hit the stage in Universal Studios Orlando, she belted out Demi’s “beautiful” tune. Kelly said that [..]

Number of Hispanics with College Degrees Soars 80 pct

Published on 2012-02-25 10:59:42

The number of U.S. Hispanics with a bachelor’s degree or higher increased by 80 percent between 2001 and 2011, from 2.1 million to 3.8 million, the Census Bureau said. Just over 14 percent of the country’s 50.5 million Latinos had a bachelor’s degree in 2011, compared with 11.1 percent in 2001. In general terms nationwide, 26.2 percent of Americans had a degree in 2001, compared with 30.4 percent a decade later, the first time in the history of the Census when more than 30 pe [..]

Activists say Border Patrol Staking out Arizona Hospitals

Published on 2012-02-25 00:09:54

The Arizona Human Rights Coalition has asked for the cooperation of the immigrant community to report the presence of Border Patrol agents in hospitals. Kat Rodriguez, the spokesperson for the coalition, told Efe that they had seen an increase in complaints about the presence of Border Patrol agents in the emergency rooms and even maternity wards of hospitals in cities like Tucson. “We’ve heard many stories and I myself have seen Border Patrol agents inside hospitals, in the parkin [..]

Narco Blog: Police Commander and Brother Killed in Culiacan Sinoloa (Warning Explicit Photos)

Published on 2012-02-24 20:18:37

Last night two men were shot dead. One was the Director of Research of the State Ministerial Police of Sinaloa identified as Jose Luis Ibarra Velázquez who was accompanied by his brother Joseph Abraham Ibarra Velázquez . They both lived in the colony of New Culiacan. According to reports the brothers went to the doctor at the clinic located on the street Cemsi Hidalgo, and then went out to the parking lot at the corner of Hidalgo and Corona. While waiting to enter their parked cars they were [..]

NFL Quarterback Ditches Finance Jenny Montes Just Hours before Walking Down the Aisle

Published on 2012-02-24 19:25:25

Jason Campbell, quarterback for the Oakland Raiders, cancels his Caribbean nuptials with fiancée Jenny Montes, hours before she walks down the aisle. The 162 guest ceremony and reception in Montes’ home country of the Dominican Republic, planned publicly through interviews and tweets by the couple, was cancelled this past weekend with no plans as of yet for the future. Montes, the single mother and former nightclub hostess and Campbell met in 2005 at a bar in D.C. during Campbell’s days [..]

Metal Pieces Possibly from Space Rocket Land in Northern Brazil

Published on 2012-02-24 19:10:08

An unidentified metal object that could have come from a space rocket caused a huge commotion when it fell to earth at a small town in northern Brazil, the press said Friday. The spherical object, which weighs about 30 kilos (66 pounds) and has a diameter of 1 meter (3 1/4 feet), was found Wednesday in a rural area of the town of Anapurus. “The noise I heard made me weak in the knees. I went to see what it was. I thought it was an airplane that had crashed, or an earthquake,” resid [..]

Victor Cruz: Super Bowl Winner, New Dad, New Contract…New Book?

Published on 2012-02-24 17:12:01

The New York Giants’ salsa-dancing wide receiver has reportedly agreed to a book deal with The Penguin Group’s Celebra Books, which publishes books in both English and Spanish. A representative from the IMG talent agency, which represents Victor Cruz told the New York Post, ‘Yes, we’ve reached an agreement in principle and are going to contract.’ With such an eventful year, Cruz’s book is likely to include his meteoric rise to fame and the inspiration that led him there. Though he [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Man Found Guilty of Pushing Fashion Exec Onto Subway Tracks

Published on 2012-02-24 16:26:46

In August 2010, Ute Linhart, a German fashion executive says she was pushed in front of a oncoming subway train in New York. The man shown in surveillance footage of the horrifying ordeal was 26-year-old Jose Rojas, a cook at Cipriani’s. Though Rojas is clearly the man in the footage, he maintained that he did not intentionally push her onto the tracks, his lawyers claiming he drunkenly tripped, fell, and knocked into her. Witnesses stated that just before Linhart was pushed onto the tr [..]

José Baez, Casey Anthony’s Attorney, Quits

Published on 2012-02-24 15:50:55

Jose Baez, officially withdrew from Casey Anthony’s legal team this week according to the Orange County Clerk of Courts website. As of today, no other attorney has replaced Baez. Baez , an attorney from Florida, became nationally known after defending Casey Anthony. Since winning this case, Baez now faces two Florida Bar Association complaints. According to the Orlando Sentinel one of the complaints involves his failure to share discovery information with the prosecution as the trial was [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Soccer Coach Accused of Molesting 15-Yr-Old Player on His Team

Published on 2012-02-24 15:21:17

Law enforcement in Los Angeles officials are now asking any additional victims or anyone with information about any sexual abuse at the hands of a soccer coach to come forward. Wednesday, a Los Angeles County district attorney alleged that 48-year-old soccer coach Javier Arrioja molested a teenager on the team he coached four times from May to November of 2011. The victim was a member of the under-17 club known as the Los Angeles Misioneros, an all-boys team. The 48-year-old, who has been coa [..]

Peru and Chile Worry Flooding Will Detonate Landmines on Roads

Published on 2012-02-24 14:30:23

Chilean and Peruvian officials are worrying about the recent heavy rainfall that is causing landmines to travel to more populated areas as they are being swept away by the water and mud caused by flooding rivers. As a precaution, the border of the two Latin American countries has been closed as landmines have been washing up on the roads. In Chile, four mines have already been purposefully detonated by a highway that links it with Peru. That highway is heavily traveled as it is the used for tr [..]

Brave Second Grader Shot at Bronx Bodega Remembers His Manners (VIDEO)

Published on 2012-02-24 14:06:32

Armando Bigo, a second grader, shot in the shoulder Tuesday evening while shopping with his mother at a nearby bodega somehow remembered his manners. Armando and his mother, Ely Flores, were shopping for candy in Papa Yala’s Deli on Randall Ave. near Lawrence Ave. in Soundview when an unidentified gunman on a bicycle fired a shot into an outside crowd around 8 p.m. Tuesday. The shot hit the young boy standing near a rack of potato chips inside the store. Amidst screams and chaos in the [..]

New California Senate Committee to Review English Learner Programs

Published on 2012-02-23 21:30:48

Senator Alex Padilla (D-Pacoima) announced that he has been named Chair of the newly created Senate Select Committee on English Learners. The committee will focus its efforts on how to improve the academic success of California’s 1.5 million English Learner students. The committee is scheduled to hold its first hearing on March 28 at the State Capitol. “One in four of all K-12 students in California is an English Learner and only one in ten is successfully reclassified to English proficie [..]

Venezuelan President Chavez Heading to Cuba for Surgery

Published on 2012-02-23 20:33:55

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez announced Thursday his impending departure for Cuba to undergo an operation for a lesion in the same part of his body where Cuban surgeons found and removed a cancerous tumor last June. The operation is likely to take place early next week, the socialist head of state said during a nationally broadcast Cabinet meeting. Chavez, 57, said he will be in contact with the Cabinet “every day” of his absence and that chief of staff Erika Farias and his top [..]

Gov. Quinn’s Budget Includes Devastating Cuts for Illinois’ Latino Families

Published on 2012-02-23 20:08:36

“Today, our rendezvous with reality has arrived.” —Illinois Governor Pat Quinn during yesterday’s FY2013 budget address. As Illinois’ fiscal crisis continues to ravage the state—Illinois has $8 billion in unpaid bills—the fiscal year 2013 (FY13) budget proposed yesterday by Gov. Pat Quinn delivered a healthy dose of reality. While the budget included a few bright spots, it also proposed significant cuts to state-funded programs that provide valuable se [..]

Three Young Men Were Tortured and Executed in Culiacan (Warning Gruesome Photos)

Published on 2012-02-23 19:53:54

On Wednesday morning 3 young people were found dead. The 3 bodies were found together near the Villas del Sol subdivision in the city of Culiacan. They were located in the vicinity of Villas del Sol subdivision on the banks of irrigation canal known as the 7. The three bodies were one above the other. None of the 3 could be identified. The victims were tied hand and foot, with signs of torture and bullet wounds in the body. In the same place were found several shell casings from 5.7 × 28, f [..]

Last of the 17 Peru Prison Escapees Caught

Published on 2012-02-23 19:18:41

Police captured the last two prisoners still at large from a group of 17 who escaped last weekend from Challapalca prison in southern Peru, the Interior Ministry announced Thursday in a communique. Without providing additional details of the capture, the document said that within “the framework of the directives given for the fight against crime, the government is carrying out the necessary measures to provide security and calm to the population.” Early on Sunday morning, 17 inmate [..]

Salma Hayek to Turn Gibran’s “Prophet” into Animated Film

Published on 2012-02-23 19:03:56

Mexican actress and producer Salma Hayek plans to make an animated film based on Lebanese author Khalil Gibran’s novel “The Prophet,” The Hollywood Reporter said Thursday. The book, written in 1923, consists of 26 chapters devoted to topics such as love, marriage, childhood, joy, freedom, death and faith. Hayek, whose father hails from Lebanon, has teamed up with the Doha Film Institute and Participant Media to bring Gibran’s classic to the screen. Each of the chapters [..]

Singer Romeo Santos Working with Voto Latino to get Latinos Registered to Vote

Published on 2012-02-23 17:15:33

Voto Latino has announced that it will be offering non-partisan voter registration at the upcoming tour dates of Romeo Santos, whose new album ‘Formula Vol. 1’ has already claimed eleven weeks at #1 on Billboard’s Top Latin Albums chart. By fusing elements of Urban, Pop and Latin styles into the syncopated rhythms and passionate lyrical expression of bachata, Romeo Santos is creating a representative new sound for our evolving bicultural and bilingual world. Santos’ music has become the [..]

New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez Needs a New Hairstylist

Published on 2012-02-23 16:09:15

As a result of her opposition to same-sex marriage, Gov. Susana Martinez (R) will have to find a new hairstylist. Her former stylist, Antonio Darden, owner of Antonio’s Hair Studio in Santa Fe, refuses to continue seeing the Governor. According to KOB Eyewitness News 4, Darden states, “The governor’s aides called not too long ago, wanting another appointment to come in. Because of her stances and her views on same-sex marriage, I told her aides no.” Gov. Martinez has stated in the pa [..]

DHS Ending 287(g) Program in Favor of Added Support of Secure Communities

Published on 2012-02-23 15:19:38

USA Today is reporting that the immigration program known as 287(g) is coming to an end. The program gives authority to local law enforcement officials to act somewhat like immigration agents and enforce immigration law in their areas. Being deputized as agents, local law enforcement officials are allowing to check the immigration status of anyone suspected of being in the country illegally or anyone stopped for various other reasons (speeding, DUI, violence, etc.) The Department of Homeland [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Man Throws Lunch at Wife Because he Said the Food was Bad

Published on 2012-02-23 14:18:45

An Arizona man was so upset about his wife’s cooking that according to police he threw the meal at her. Police in Chandler, Arizona say Isidro Curiel, 37, didn’t the meal his wife made so much that he actually threw the spaghetti at her on Monday. With his five children in site, Curiel threw the spaghetti at his wife, the plate hitting the sink. He then tried to take her cell phone as he left the apartment and smashed it on the ground. Police found Curiel and arrested at his parents’ ho [..]

“Twilight: New Moon” Director Shows Impact of Anti-Immigrant Law on Alabama Families

Published on 2012-02-22 03:03:49

Last September, a federal court judge allowed a sweeping immigration crackdown law to take effect. That legislation, which was signed into law by Governor Bentley in June of 2011, quickly progressed into a unrelenting nightmare for immigrant families living in the state. Many in America had no idea what was happening, and many still don’t. The stories out of Alabama range from sad to scary to completely horrific. Mary Bauer, the legal director for the Southern Poverty Law Center, reported t [..]

Nurses Wanted: Largest Women’s Health Study Seeks 100,000 Nurses

Published on 2012-02-22 03:02:54

Nurses’ Health Study recruits “next generation” From the dangers of tobacco and trans fats to the benefits of physical activity and whole grains, much of what we know about health today is thanks to the Nurses’ Health Study. Researchers are recruiting 100,000 nurses and nursing students to join the long-running Nurses’ Health Study and expand its landmark research on women’s health. Female RNs, LPNs, and nursing students between the ages of 20 and 46 who li [..]

Drug Smuggling Moms Arrested at Border with Kids

Published on 2012-02-22 00:39:03

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at the El Paso port of entry made five drug busts in the last two days including two cases which involved women who were traveling with children when stopped by CBP officers. “Unfortunately this is something that is happening more and more in the drug smuggling community,” said Hector Mancha, CBP El Paso Port Director. “Smugglers may believe that family units will not attract the scrutiny of CBP. History has shown us that smugglers come [..]

Daughter-in-Law Scams $180,000 from in-Laws Scaring Them with Mexican Mafia Threats

Published on 2012-02-21 23:17:54

Yesterday in federal court, a woman from Hawaii was sentenced for defrauding her husband’s Minnesota family out of more than $180,000. United States District Court Judge Joan N. Ericksen sentenced Laumatafiafia T. Rosetter, age 43, to 27 months in prison on one count of wire fraud in connection to this crime. Rosetter was indicted on April 6, 2010, and pleaded guilty on May 12, 2011. In her plea agreement, Rosetter admitted that from 2005 through June 22, 2007, she carried out a scheme to def [..]

Check out HACEMOS National High Technology Day

Published on 2012-02-21 21:21:47

AT&T’s Hispanic/Latino Association – announced today the return of its annual HACEMOS National High Technology Day on February 23, 2012. HACEMOS National High Tech Day is an annual event that engages teenage students in hands-on technical activities and interactive workshops to inspire them to consider careers in science and technology. In its 14th year, HACEMOS National High Tech Day aims to reach and inspire more than 1,800 teens and at-risk high school students in 28 cities across th [..]

Narco Blog: Five Taxi Drivers Killed in Monterrey

Published on 2012-02-21 19:52:13

Five taxi drivers were shot by armed men outside a shopping center located on the Avenue Halter and Luis Donaldo Colosio, in the field of Solidarity, northwest of Monterrey. The taxi drivers were apparently talking around their vehicles when they were surprised by gunmen traveling in a white vehicle. One body was left in a taxi, in an attempt to flee. The incident occurred outside a business that makes credit loans. Relatives of the deceased arrived to the area of the multiple murders where [..]

LULAC Looking to Boost the Number of Latinos Involved in Politics

Published on 2012-02-21 19:17:12

The Texas branch of the League of United Latin American Citizens has stepped up its efforts to get Latinos registered to vote and to have more women in the state running for public office. According to Linda Chavez, state director of LULAC, in the last few months her organization has carried out a series of workshops and seminars specifically aimed at training women interested in politics. “We’ve won a great deal of participation by women and particularly by organizations headed by [..]

Chicagoans in Little Village and Pilsen Sue Over Pollution

Published on 2012-02-21 19:14:25

Residents of two Latino neighborhoods in Chicago affected by emissions from coal-fired power plants filed suit against the plants’ operator, demanding compensation because the odors and pollution deny them the right to enjoy their properties. “We’re not talking about health problems like respiratory complaints but strictly about property damage,” the plaintiffs’ attorney Arturo Jauregui told Efe on Tuesday “If they open the windows the house is filled with t [..]

Mexican Siblings on the Road to Conquer Hollywood

Published on 2012-02-21 19:00:25

With the success of the film “Goats” at the Sundance Film Festival and the March 6 screening of “Cellmates” via Internet VOD and cable, Mexican siblings Olga and Juan Carlos Segura are moving forward at a firm pace toward their goal: increasing the Latino presence in Hollywood. Juan Carlos, a producer, and Olga, actress and producer, believe firmly in the potential of Latino talent to bring to the screen stories relevant not only for the Hispanic community and also to to [..]

AMBER ALERT: Idaho Woman Takes Children After Losing Custody, May be Heading to Mexico

Published on 2012-02-21 17:14:43

The FBI is looking for an Idaho woman believed to have taken her three children while in the middle of a custody battle. Bertha Sabala Guerrero, 35, has allegedly taken Ubaldo Guerrero-Lopez Jr., 9, Mirella Guerrero-Lopez ,7, and Esmerelda Guerrero-Lopez, 5. Authorities say Guerrero lost custody of the children in December after she allegedly left them in the care of a woman she had just met. The boy and two girls were placed in foster care in Caldwell, Idaho. The FBI has issued an Amber Aler [..]

Univision’s Hispanic Patient Study Identifies Gaps-From Awareness,Information to Diagnosis,Adheren

Published on 2012-02-21 03:16:44

Univision Communications, Inc. the leading media company serving Hispanic America, today revealed the results of its new Hispanic Patient Journey research, which sheds light on the cultural nuances that influence Hispanic patients from awareness and information seeking, to diagnosis and adherence. The study was conducted among respondents who reported symptoms or diagnosis of a chronic condition. The results show that gaps exist along the patient journey due to factors including cultural tradit [..]

Thorough Investigation Urged in Killing of Journalists in Brazil

Published on 2012-02-20 23:07:01

The head of the United Nations agency tasked with defending press freedom today condemned the murders of two Brazilian journalists earlier this month and called for thorough investigations of the killings. Irina Bokova, Director-General of the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), issued a statement deploring the murders of Paulo Roberto Cardoso Rodrigues on February 12 and Mario Randolfo Marques Lopes on February 8. “These killings are an intolerable attack on t [..]

Carnivorous Fish Injure at Least 20 in Brazil

Published on 2012-02-20 19:10:29

At least 20 people suffered slight injuries on their toes and fingers when they were attacked by a school of “palometas,” a species of carnivorous fish native to South America’s Southern Cone, as they were bathing in a river in southern Brazil, authorities reported Monday. The attack occurred on Sunday afternoon at two different spots on the Toropi River, which runs through the central part of the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul. After recommending to the approximately 1, [..]

U.S. and Mexico Sign Energy Agreement for Gulf of Mexico

Published on 2012-02-20 17:59:20

The Mexican and U.S. governments signed an agreement Monday for the exploration and development of oil and gas reservoirs that straddle the countries’ maritime boundary in the Gulf of Mexico. The agreement “ensures that each country can develop its corresponding oil and natural gas deposits in the trans-border area of the Gulf of Mexico,” Mexican President Felipe Calderon said during the signing ceremony. The agreement will allow the joint, safe, equitable development, of any [..]

Rep. Lamar Smith Now Holding Up Attempted Suicide Bomber as Example of Need for Immigration Reform

Published on 2012-02-20 16:15:03

Rep. Lamar Smith (R-TX) is now using the would-be bomber Amine El Khalifi as an example of why the U.S. immigration to be reformed and more rigid. Last week, El Khalifi, 29, was arrested by federal agents after an investigation revealed that he was planning a suicide mission with the target being Washington D.C. El Khalifi was in the U.S. on an expired visitor’s visa from Morocco. Following El Khalifi’s arrest, Rep. Smith said, “Today’s thwarted terror plot is a reminder that for [..]

Mariachi Themed Casino by Vicente Fernandez to Open in Las Vegas

Published on 2012-02-20 15:42:35

With plans to open by the end of 2012, Mexican recording legend Vicente Fernandez hopes to bring a little taste of México to Las Vegas with his new mariachi themed casino, “Guadalajara, Guadalajara.” As part of his upcoming retirement plan, Fernandez, or “Chente” announced his plans for the upcoming casino, which is loosely based on the popular themed casino, “New York, New York.” Shaped like a giant cactus, Fernandez hopes “Guadalajara, Guadalajara” will introduce Anglo-Ameri [..]

Selena Gomez and Victoria Justice Among Those Nominated for 2012 Kids’ Choice Awards

Published on 2012-02-20 15:18:21

The nominees for the 2012 Kids’ Choice Awards have been announced, and a number of Latinos were among them, including Selena Gomez and Victoria Justice. The award show, which will air March 31 on Nickelodeon, is set to be hosted by Will Smith, who is currently filming in Costa Rica for the M. Night Shyamalan film “After Earth”. Other Latinos that made the list are Jessica Alba, Bruno Mars, Taboo - born Jaime Luis Gomez (Black Eyed Peas), Carlos Pena, Jr. (Big Time Rush), Antonio Bandera [..]

LATINO BLOTTER: Dog Foils Prisoners’ Attempt to Break Out

Published on 2012-02-20 14:19:03

A stray dog in Paraguay is being hailed as a hero after he thwarted the escape plan of three men attempting to escape their prison confines. The men, who are said to be very dangerous criminals, had dug a tunnel from inside the prison about 8 meters outside the walls. They likely would have at least gotten out of the hole had it not been for the stray that began barking at the men. The barking alerted authorities who quickly nabbed the escapees. One of the men captured, Hilario Villalba, who [..]

Mexico’s PRI Presidential Candidate, Enrique Pena Nieto, Leading the Race

Published on 2012-02-20 13:50:08

The presidential candidate of Mexico’s centrist Institutional Revolutionary Party, or PRI, enjoys a comfortable lead over his two main rivals in the July 1 contest, according to the results of a new poll by capital daily El Universal. Former Mexico state Gov. Enrique Peña Nieto stands at 48 percent, followed by Josefina Vazquez Mota, candidate of the governing conservative National Action Party, at 32 percent, and leftist Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, at 20 percent. The newspaper surveye [..]

AZ Sheriff Babeu’s Gay Ex-Lover Says he was Threatened w/ Deportation, Babeu Leaves Romney Campaign

Published on 2012-02-20 13:21:01

“Yesterday, a tabloid article made a number of false allegations about me,” Arizona Sheriff Paul Babeu wrote on his Congressional Campaign website. “Only one was true: I’m gay.” Babeu is referring to allegations that, along with outing him as a gay man in a predominately conservative state, claim his gay ex-lover known only as Jose was threatened with deportation if the Mexican man ever spoke of the love affair. Jose contacted an attorney after Babeu allegedly told hi [..]

More Fires in Honduras - This Time Three Public Markets Burn to the Ground

Published on 2012-02-19 22:37:08

At least eight people were injured in a terrifying trio of fires that broke out in three public markets in this capital, the local fire department said. The causes of Saturday’s multiple conflagration are not yet known but the fire was of “great magnitude” and required “much effort” to extinguish, fire department chief medical officer Felix Castillo said. Eight people were affected by smoke inhalation and/or suffered other unspecified injuries and were taken in am [..]

Rio Carnival Brings Out Jennifer Lopez, Sharon Stone and Others

Published on 2012-02-19 21:05:55

U.S. actresses Jennifer Lopez and Sharon Stone arrived in Brazil as specially invited guests of the Carnival celebrations in the cities of Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, respectively. Lopez, who is currently starring in a Brazilian beer commercial, arrived at midday on Sunday at Rio’s international airport along with her boyfriend, dancer Casper Smart, with whom she later emerged on the balcony of their hotel to greet her fans. “I just arrived in Rio. Hi to everyone. My first time he [..]

Major Bus Accident in Ecuador Today Leaves at Least 27 Dead and 30 Injured

Published on 2012-02-19 17:50:50

At least 27 people died and 30 others were injured Sunday in a bus crash in the northern Ecuadorian province of Imbabura, Victor Bazantes, with the fire department in the city of Ibarra, told Efe. Based on the statements of survivors, Bazantes said that apparently the bus in which they were riding had a problem with its brakes and crashed into a wall, then rolled down an incline. The accident occurred on the Ibarra-San Lorenzo highway linking the provinces of Imbabura with Esmeraldas, the latt [..]

Illinois Governor Names Undocumented Migrant to State DREAM Commission

Published on 2012-02-19 16:09:01

Undocumented immigrants have won “a place at the table where decisions are taken,” 24-year-old activist Rigoberto Padilla-Perez, recently named to the Illinois DREAM Commission, said Friday. “Rigo”, as he is known, was one of the first members of the movement of undocumented young people, or “dreamers,” who have lived in the United States since childhood and are championing the legalization of their immigration status and a chance to study. His name was tak [..]

40 Die in Narco Prison Fight Near Monterrey, Mexico

Published on 2012-02-19 15:35:22

At least 40 inmates died in a fight early Sunday at the prison in Apodaca, a city in the northern Mexican state of Nuevo Leon, officials said. “There are 40 inmates dead,” all of whom were in cell block D, warden Gilberto Ceceña said. Investigators are trying to determine what started the fight, the warden said. About 400 relatives of inmates have gathered outside the prison, with some screaming for information about their loved ones. The highway to the prison in Apodaca, locate [..]

Hottest Pepper on the Planet – Trinidad Moruga Scorpion

Published on 2012-02-19 14:53:47

Experts at the New Mexico State University Chile Pepper Institute have named the Trinidad Moruga Scorpion pepper the world’s hottest. This golf ball sized, sweat inducing, mouth on fire pepper has been found to top the Scoville heat scale at more than 1.2 million units, while some have gone as high as 2 million heat units. The Chile Pepper Institute, which is part of the College of Agriculture at the university, was pushed by those in the spicy foods market to determine the hottest peppers b [..]

Film Producer Allegedly Forged Documents to Get Financing for Antonio Banderas Movie

Published on 2012-02-19 13:31:10

A major bank in Hong Kong, Standard Chartered, alleges that the Los Angeles based production company, Hannibal Pictures, forged important documents needed for financing the 2011 Antonio Banderas film, “The Big Bang.” Hollywood web reporter, TheWrap, reports that the bank has halted all film lending activities. Elaine Chin, a bank spokesperson, will not comment on the legal investigation, however, she states that the bank is ending their film lending business because it is not a need in Asi [..]

Controversial Futbol Coach, Tomas Boy, Could be Sidelined After Punching Photographer

Published on 2012-02-19 11:49:09

Morelia Monarcas soccer club coach Tomas Boy is the subject of a criminal complaint filed with prosecutors in the central state of Puebla alleging that he punched a photographer, Mexican media reported. The coach confronted Victor Rojas, a photographer for the Sintesis newspaper, for snapping photos of him as he arrived at the Los Olivos training complex. The incident occurred on Saturday just before the First Division team practiced with Special Olympics players at the facility. A furious Bo [..]

New Multi Million Dollar Dominican Republic Mansion for Rafael Nadal

Published on 2012-02-19 09:58:23

Currently you can find tennis great, Rafael Nadal in the new Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition with model Bar Refaeli, but he is also celebrating his new home in the Dominican Republic. Ranked number two in the world, the tennis star will be attending a ceremony to collect the keys of his new home in the Dominican Republic from March 2nd – March 4th. Many of the Dominican’s top executives, owners of the residential project, Nadal, and of course other worldwide personalities will be in [..]

Youth Flee Spain’s Economic Crisis for Brighter Future in Chile

Published on 2012-02-19 08:44:26

With 5.27 million people unemployed and almost half of the young population without jobs, young professionals in Spain are turning to Latin America as their only hope for economic stability. They are fleeing from the crisis that is punishing not only their home country of Spain, but the rest of Europe as well. As a result, instead of looking towards other European countries, they are planning to immigrate to South America. The youth, prepared with careers and languages and without the res [..]

Uruguay Urged to Provide Water to Its Poorest Communities

Published on 2012-02-18 22:47:47

An independent United Nations human rights expert today called on Uruguayan authorities to implement measures to provide access to health and sanitation to its poorest and most marginalized communities. “Uruguay has achieved significant progress in terms of access to water and sanitation, but it is now urgent to prioritize access for vulnerable and marginalized individuals,” said Special Rapporteur on the right to water and sanitation Catarina de Albuquerque, who recently finished a visit t [..]

Pope Names Spanish and Brazilan Priests to College of Cardinals

Published on 2012-02-18 20:25:29

Pope Benedict XVI on Saturday solemnly proclaimed 22 new cardinals, including a Spaniard and a Brazilian. These were Spain’s Archbishop Santos y Castello, 76, vice-chamberlain of the Apostolic Chamber and archpriest of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, and Joao Braz de Aviz, 64, prefect of the Congregation for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life. The proclamation was made at the beginning of the consistory being held at the St. Peter’s Basilic [..]

Hurrah for Carnival in Brazil

Published on 2012-02-18 19:28:35

Brazil gave itself up Saturday to the revelry of Carnival and its many madcap street parties, as cities like Rio de Janeiro, Salvador and Recife brimmed with millions having the time of their lives. Rio de Janeiro on Saturday was the epicenter of Brazil’s Carnival with an intensive program of 82 street bands and costumed groups firing up the festivities 24 hours a day, even as the samba schools practiced for their spectacular parades on Sunday and Monday. According to the Militarized Pol [..]

Alarming:  In One Week H1N1 Deaths in Mexico Increase by 67 Percent

Published on 2012-02-18 17:02:31

The AH1N1 flu virus has left a total of 135 people dead in Mexico so far this year, with the number of fatalities up 67 percent in just one week, according to figures released by the authorities. The total number of deaths from AH1N1 flu reported by Mexico’s Health Secretariat up to Feb. 9 was 81, with another 54 the following week. The secretariat said Friday that deaths from the AH1N1 strain of flu from Jan. 1 to Feb. 16 represents 91 percent of the 149 fatalities from the different ty [..]

Dominican Republic Launches Social Network Campaign to Boost Tourism

Published on 2012-02-18 14:41:12

The Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism has taken the idea of social networking to a new level with their 2012 Dominican Republic social media-inspired ad campaign. In a follow-up to the successful 2011 launch of the social media-friendly website, the Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism is introducing a multi-channel campaign featuring print, online and broadcast that generate engagement with consumers wherever they are in the world today, inspiring them to be social and share their unfo [..]

Unemployment for Latinos & African Americans to Remain Very High through 2012

Published on 2012-02-18 13:41:48

Very high levels of unemployment are expected to remain high through the 4th quarter of 2012, a new EPI report finds. In “No relief in 2012 from high unemployment for African Americans and Latinos”, EPI Director of the Race, Ethnicity, and the Economy program Algernon Austin reviews unemployment rates by state for African Americans, Latinos and whites. He finds that the 25 states where African Americans are experiencing unemployment rates of 10% or higher will continue to do so t [..]

Jennifer Lopez in First Posed Photo with Boyfriend Casper Smart

Published on 2012-02-18 11:00:45

Singer/actress Jennifer Lopez appeared with her boyfriend Casper Smart in a posed photograph that appeared on social networks in celebration of Valentine’s Day. The black and white photo shows Lopez leaning on Smart’s tattooed arms while he kisses her head. The photo is said to be part of the promotional ad launch for JLo’s new perfume called Glowing. The first photo released for the introduction of Glowing shows Lopez nude and covered in oil and covering her chest with her a [..]

“Things Burquenos Say” (VIDEO) Goes viral

Published on 2012-02-18 10:44:29

“Things Burquenos Say” YouTube video that exaggerates stereotypical New Mexico Hispanics has hit viral status on all social networks. The video was created by an Albuquerque production company named Blackout Theatre, whom created the video after seeing a similar YouTube hit. The video jokes over exaggerated accents and phrases that are customary to the local Hispanic population. Blackout Theatre said it placed Facebook polls to get its comedic material making it largely locally infl [..]

Plane Crash Kills 4 in Brazil

Published on 2012-02-18 09:08:52

All four people aboard were killed when a small aircraft crashed Thursday in the northern state of Para, authorities said. The plane, a Beechcraft Baron operated by Norte Jet Taxi Aereo, went down shortly after taking off from the airport in Cameta, a Brazilian air force spokesman told Efe. Killed along with the pilot and co-pilot were two employees of a security firm transporting cash to bank branches in Para. The flight began in Belem, the state capital, and was scheduled to make stops in se [..]

Olympic Gold-Medalist, Jessica Mendoza, Encouraging Latinas to Succeed

Published on 2012-02-18 08:00:49

Jessica Mendoza, an Olympic gold medal winner with the U.S. softball team, says that young Hispanic women can dare to be different by going to college and dedicating their energies to sports. “In the Latino community there are many cultural barriers and preestablished roles so that girls remain inside the home and do not devote time to sports,” Mendoza told Efe. “Playing sports, in particular, causes Latinas to have more confidence in themselves, they are a road to education, [..]

Mexican Actor Gael Garcia Bernal to be new Zorro

Published on 2012-02-17 23:30:45

Mexican actor Gael Garcia Bernal will take over from Antonio Banderas as Zorro in the next movie about the mighty masked swordsman, Variety said on its Web site. Garcia Bernal will star in the 20th Century Fox movie “Zorro Reborn” that will take the legend of the swashbuckling character another step further, but this time in futuristic surroundings far from California or Mexico. The new Zorro will be a masked man lying in wait to wreak vengeance. A director has not yet been named [..]

National Hispanic University Celebrates 30th Anniversary by Honoring Mayor Villaraigosa

Published on 2012-02-17 21:51:00

The National Hispanic University (NHU) will honor Los Angeles Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa during its 30th anniversary celebration event on Friday, Feb. 24. Villaraigosa will be the keynote speaker, addressing students, faculty, alumni and members of the community. NHU President Dr. David P. Lopez will present the mayor with an honorary doctoral degree in recognition of his commitment to education and for his involvement in improving access to education on behalf of the Hispanic community. &# [..]

Former NASA Astronaut Jose Hernandez Tells Latino Students ‘Anything is Possible’

Published on 2012-02-17 20:19:09

Earlier this week, former NASA astronaut Jose Hernandez to a number of Latino high school students in Chicago. Hernandez told the students at the 2012 Student Leadership Series, that what and where you come from isn’t as important as where you’re heading and the work you do to get there. See this video from Chicago’s ABC7: Published in Has Oido

Former Brazilian President Lula Released From Hospital After Radiation Treatment

Published on 2012-02-17 19:12:34

Former Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was discharged Friday from the hospital after undergoing combined radiation and chemotherapy treatment for throat cancer. The 66-year-old Lula, hospitalized in Sao Paulo last week with signs of dehydration, will continue his recovery at home “where he will receive phono-audiological care and physiotherapy,” the medical team treating the former head of state said in a statement. He will undergo new exams to evaluate his condition [..]

Man Who Stole Rolex From Hollywood Airport Arrested

Published on 2012-02-17 18:16:43

South Florida authorities say they have arrested the man believed to have stolen a Salvadoran woman’s $6,500 watch while she went through security at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Surveillance video of the theft went viral after the blatant theft had many shocked at how easy it was for the man in the video to swipe the watch. The Rolex belonged to Gloria de Regalado, who lives in El Salvador but also has a home in Key Biscayne. In the video, a man believed to be 37-ye [..]

Iowa Woman, Melissa Ramirez, Falls into Uncovered Storm Sewer

Published on 2012-02-17 17:18:32

An Iowa woman was in critical condition after police say she fell into an uncovered storm sewer over the weekend. Melissa Ramirez, 24, is believed to have spent more than 24 hours in a storm sewer after she fell 6 feet from the uncovered opening. Ramirez was found by Council Bluffs police who say she was suffering form hypothermia, as it had reached freezing temperatures. She was taken to the University of Nebraska Medical Center on Monday, where she was said to be recovering but in critical [..]

Trying to Cash $100 Check, Miami Man Confused With a Bank Robber, Now Awarded $3.3 Million Check

Published on 2012-02-17 15:27:59

A man mistakenly thought to be a bank robber has just been awarded $3.3 million by a Florida jury. On July 8, 2008, Rodolfo Valladares entered an Aventura Bank of America to cash a $100 check. As he approached a teller however, the employee panicked and triggered a silent alarm which brought police to the bank and shoving Valladares to the ground. The teller believed Valladares was a bank robber based on a memo and surveillance of a man who had recently been robbing banks in the area. Before [..]

NM Governor Susana Martinez Fails for 3rd Time to Revoke Licenses for Undocumented

Published on 2012-02-17 15:15:41

Undocumented immigrants in New Mexico still have the right to get driver’s licenses, after Republican Gov. Susana Martinez failed for a third time to repeal the 2003 law authorizing the issuance of licenses to people without Social Security numbers. The state legislature ended its session Thursday rejecting a bill to undo the 2003 measure. The controversial bill was approved by the lower house, but was later defeated by the Democratic-majority Senate, which instead passed alternative leg [..]

Sean Penn Meets with Pres. Fernandez Kirchner, Agrees Falkland Islands Belong to Argentina

Published on 2012-02-17 14:35:29

After meeting with Argentina’s President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner in Buenos Aires, actor Sean Penn spoke with reporters about Argentina’s ongoing dispute with Britain over the Falklands Islands, which he referred to as “the Malvinas Islands of Argentina”. This year marks the 30-year anniversary of the Falklands Conflict, in which Argentina and the United Kingdom fought over the sovereignty of the Falkland Islands as well as South Georgia and the South Sandwich Isl [..]

Three Texas Siblings Apprehended Smuggling Drugs at Border

Published on 2012-02-17 13:57:15

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at the El Paso port of entry seized 130 pounds of marijuana in one seizure Tuesday. Three El Paso siblings who were in the vehicle in which the drugs were discovered drugs were taken into custody. CBP officers working at the El Paso port of entry seized 130 pounds of marijuana in one seizure Tuesday The seizure was made shortly after 4 a.m. at the Ysleta international crossing when a 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 with three occupants arrived from Mexic [..]

Small Farmers in Latin America to Get International Loan Assistance

Published on 2011-07-06 00:18:09

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has closed a $3.6 million loan to provide access to finance for smallholder producer groups and farmers associations in nine Latin American countries through a loan to the “Fund for Small Small Rural Produc

WWE Smackdown( Coverage and Results from July 1,2011) Christian vs faceless - Lucha Libre (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-07-05 23:00:59

BACKGROUND: Christian is again the number one contender. Mark Henry continues to dominate with his strength WWE. What will happen without a face? RESULTS: Summary: Dark Match: Derek Bateman beat Johnny Curtis. Start the show. WWE Video input. Vid

Relationships in Learning

Published on 2011-07-05 22:11:50

If you think back to those classes or courses you loved the most during your education I think you will find that what made the course so compelling was the relationship you developed. It could be a relationship with the teacher. “I loved Mrs

Carlos Ponce Named Interim Chicago Housing Authority Chief

Published on 2011-07-05 20:16:12

It was announced July 1 that veteran City Hall administrator Carlos Ponce has been named interim CEO of the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA). He will replace Lewis Jordan, who had held the top job since 2007 and resigned after weeks in the hot seat

State Dept Honors Mexican Fulbright Scholar as Outstanding State Alumni Member

Published on 2011-07-05 18:20:09

The U.S. Department of State has named Adriana Labardini Inzunza, a Mexican alumna of the Fulbright, Humphrey, and Voluntary Visitor programs, as State Alumni Member of the Month. Throughout July, her leadership and promotion of community service w

Eating Disorders Appear to Raise Risk of Death

Published on 2011-07-05 18:13:16

Anorexia poses greatest threat, but bulimics are at risk too, study finds. People with eating disorders, especially those with anorexia nervosa, have an increased risk of death, a new study indicates. English researchers analyzed 36 English-languag

More U.S. Hispanics Indentifying Themselves as American Indian

Published on 2011-07-05 17:17:38

As the number of Hispanics continue to grow, so too is the number of Hispanics identifying as “American Indian”. Since 2000, the number of Hispanics who identify themselves as Amerindians has triple – going from 400,000 to 1.2 million. Amerin

Meet Johnny Gómez, a LATIN AMERICAN HERO

Published on 2011-07-05 16:33:53

Technical Sgt. Johnny Gómez has served the nation he calls home since even before becoming a US Citizen! Gómez was born and raised in Medellín, Colombia, a city well known as one of the most dangerous in the world, and the place that saw kingpin

Messy Fan Base: Argentina’s Messi Loved Everywhere, Except at Home

Published on 2011-07-05 15:24:45

The soccer star who has won everything there is to win with the Barça is booed at home. Why? No goals wearing the Argentine jersey, that’s why. Chosen the best soccer player by Fifa for two years in a row, Leo Messi, the young, short Argentin

HS News Introduces Its Newest Contributor, Dr. Charley Ferrer, Only Latina Doctor of Human Sexuality

Published on 2011-07-05 15:20:48

HS News would like to introduce you to our newest contributor, Dr. Charley Ferrer, who will be talking to us about love, relationship and all those naughty taboo topics in between. Dr. Charley has made a name for herself in the field of sexology bot

¡Felicidades! Venezuela on Your 200th Year of Independence

Published on 2011-07-05 00:11:28

Today, all of Venezuela is celebrating and rejoicing its 200-year old independence from Spain. Christopher Columbus sailed along the eastern coast of Venezuela on his third voyage in 1498, the only one of his four voyages to reach the South Ame

HS News Introduces Its Newest Contributor, Dr. Charley Ferrer, Only Latina Doctor of Human Sexuality

Published on 2011-07-04 21:52:11

HS News would like to introduce you to our newest contributor, Dr. Charley Ferrer, who will be talking to us about love, relationship and all those naughty taboo topics in between. Dr. Charley has made a name for herself in the field of sexology bot

Narco Blog: Routine Army Patrol Ends Up in Chaos in Chilpancingo

Published on 2011-07-04 21:05:40

A fire fight broke out between a group of gunmen and the Mexican Army, Sunday morning on the Boulevard to Petaquillas in Chilpancingo, Guerrero. The danger caused panic among people in the area. According to reports, locals reported that the shootou

DHS Program Needs Fundamental Reform to Reverse the Damage Done to Community Policing

Published on 2011-07-04 19:03:03

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is preparing to announce the constitution of a new Secure Communities Advisory Committee, a group assembled to analyze growing concerns about the program’s scope and implementation and to recommend improvem

MLB Teams Pays Multi-Million Dollar Signing Bonuses to Several 16-Year Old Dominican Players

Published on 2011-07-04 18:29:27

Major League baseball teams have recently given several Dominican Republic teenagers multi-million dollar signing bonuses and multi-million dollar playing contracts during the first days of the international signing period. First there is Elier Hern

Glenn Beck Says ‘Adios’ and Heads to Ole Mexico, I Mean Texas

Published on 2011-07-04 17:46:29

In case you slept through the audible sigh of relief from the political left and the gushing tears from the ultra right - Glenn Beck’s Fox Network show is NO MAS as of this Thursday. Fear not for the intellectually limited amigos who crave thi

Discovery Familia Brings Kids the Best of Summertime Fun With Special Episodes of Hi-5

Published on 2011-07-04 16:41:42

Discovery Familia heats up the summer with special episodes of Hi-5, the network’s classic series that will transport children to a summer filled of adventures. Providing a positive and healthy learning environment, this specially-prepared summ

Tourist Boat Capsizes in Mexico, Eight Missing, One Dead - Majority of Passengers are American

Published on 2011-07-04 15:52:30

A 115-foot fishing charter boat with 44 passengers, half of which are American, was struck by an electrical storm early today and capsized two miles from shore in Mexico. The boat left the port of San Felipe in Baja California to go into the Sea of

Conservative Commentator George Will: ‘Deporting All Illegal Immigrants is Never Going to Happen’

Published on 2011-07-04 14:04:07

Renowned conservative commentator and thought leader George Will was doing the Sunday talk show circuit when the subject of immigration and illegal immigrants came up. When asked, on ABC’s This Week hosted by Christine Amanpour, what is ‘politic

WATCH:  Jessica Alba in New ‘Spy Kids 4’ Trailer (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-07-04 12:51:52

In anticipation of the August 19th movie release date for Spy Kids 4: All the Time in the World the movie trailer has been released by Dimension Films. Watch leading Latina actress Jessica Alba reprise her role as leading spy mommy. Which

A New Dream (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-07-04 00:29:12

Immigration is a hot topic right now. But if all you see are the stories in the news, its easy to presume that those represent the majority of immigrants. Its when you actually have personal relationships with immigrants, that you begin to realize so

Advancing a ‘Shared Future’ through Local Latino Leaders

Published on 2011-07-03 21:54:55

Strengthening the Latino nonprofit sector in economically challenging times, the Latino Policy Forum announces the 10 local organizations selected to participate in the third cohort of its Illinois Latino Nonprofit Leadership Academy. Two representa

This Week 114 Individuals in Puerto Rico Indicted for Drug Trafficking & Money Laundering

Published on 2011-07-03 18:51:49

One hundred fourteen individuals were indicted for drug trafficking by a federal grand jury on Monday as a result of a joint investigation by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), Drug Enforcem

Violence Against Indigenous People of Brazil are Increasing a Recent Study Shows

Published on 2011-07-03 16:56:22

Murder, death threats, lack of health care and education, delays in the regularization of land, exploitation of natural resources: this is the picture of the violence the indigenous people of Brazil are subjected to, according to the Report of the In

Georgia’s New Immigration Law Brings Thousands of Protesters to Street

Published on 2011-07-03 15:55:36

Yesterday, Georgia saw thousands of people protesting against the newly enacted immigration laws, in spite of some aspects of those laws being challenged in court. The Georgia capital was the scene of pro-immigration, anti-House Bill 87 protesters r

Ponch – Erik Estrada Alive and Well in LA Bilingual Traffic Videos (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-07-03 14:27:03

Worry not my CHiPs - Ponch Poncherello loving fans: Erik Estrada is alive and well. He is even somewhat reprising his beloved character from the TV show that made him a household name (ok maybe not a household name) some 25 years ago. H

Comprehensive Initiative to Engage Latino Voters for 2012 Elections is Created

Published on 2011-07-03 13:28:14

With the goal of expanding the size and influence of the nation’s fastest-growing electorate—Latino voters—NCLR (National Council of La Raza) and Democracia U.S.A. (DUSA), the nation’s largest Hispanic voter registration organization, announc

Why is a Chihuahua Dancing Flamenco Instead of El Jarabe Tapatio?  (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-07-03 12:26:26

Why is a Chihuahua dancing the Spanish Flamenco instead of the Mexican Jarabe Tapatio? Ask and she might tell you. Published in Notitas de Noticias

Join us This and Every Sunday At HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-07-03 11:00:36

Introducing: From Panamá: Artist:Priscila Moreno Song: No es Cuestión de Ganar Published in Notitas de Noticias

At Least 10 Dead in Mexico Due to Tropical Storm Arlene

Published on 2011-07-03 10:02:17

The weather system that brought Tropical storm Arlene to Mexico is quieting down but not before claiming at least 10 lives. The system arrived on June 25 as scattered rains and soon gained power to develop into a tropical storm on Tuesday, in t

ATF WARNS CONSUMERS:  ILLEGAL EXPLOSIVES DEVICES ARE NOT FIREWORKS

Published on 2011-07-02 23:10:46

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) wants consumers to celebrate safely this Fourth of July and be mindful that illegal explosives devices are not fireworks. Illegal manufacture or distribution of powerful fireworks no

Narco Blog: Shooting at the Meoqui Fair Leave Baby Dead

Published on 2011-07-02 20:58:02

The Attorney General of the State of Chihuahua, confirmed that yesterday there was a shooting at the Fair Meoqui Fair. In the shootout, unfortunately a stray bullet pierced the body of a baby only three weeks old. The parents of the baby were right t

Costa Rican Feeds Wild Crocodile Out of His Hand (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-07-02 19:04:35

Carlos feeds the wild crocodile a piece of chicken right out of his hand! Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Published in Notitas de Noticias

TRAVEL WARNING: US Residents Told to Avoid Nuevo Laredo this Weekend

Published on 2011-07-02 18:07:32

The advisory comes from the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Webb County Sheriff’s Office. Both agencies say they have received credible intelligence from multiple sources indicating that the Zetas Cartel is planning to target U.S. citize

Mass March for Justice After Day without Immigrants in Georgia - Passage of HB 87 Leads to Outcry

Published on 2011-07-02 17:17:31

After a state-wide ‘Day without Immigrants’ where people refused to go to work or shop and businesses shut their doors, thousands will march at Georgia’s capitol in a circuit that passes detention centers and Immigration and Customs Enforcement

4th of July Under Attack- Fireworks Cancelled- The Colbert Report Messes with Texas (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-07-02 15:12:19

In an attack against the shabby, cash only roadside shacks that make America great, Texas cancels Fourth of July Fireworks!! See Very Funny Colbert Report. The Colbert ReportGet More: Colbert Report Full Episodes,Political Humor & Satire Blog,V

Tell President Obama to Protect Pell Grants

Published on 2011-07-02 14:20:06

Latino students struggling to afford higher education are at risk of losing the opportunity to attend college. Right now, congressional Republicans and President Obama are negotiating a budget deal, and Pell Grants are on the table. Cuts

Jose Cuervo Toasts Takeru Kobayashi: Who Needs an Official Contest to be a Legend?

Published on 2011-07-02 12:58:58

Upon hearing that Takeru Kobayashi, arguably the most legendary competitive eater in history, is not permitted to participate in the annual Fourth of July hot dog eating contest this year, Jose Cuervo, the world’s best selling tequila, ha

TEEN GIRL ASSASSINS: Young Girls Fighting for Cartels in Mexico (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-07-02 11:44:41

Drug cartels in Mexico are using young girls as assassins to try to avoid detection. For $2000 a month ( twice what the military are paid) these young girls are easily enticed into a life of crime. The young girls are desensitized during train

PRI Sets Sights on Mexico Presidential Run Beginning with Governors Race Tomorrow

Published on 2011-07-02 11:08:31

Tomorrows vote for governor in Mexico State marks the beginning of the building of momentum into the July 2012 National Election. Institutional Revolutionary Party, or PRI, needs a commanding victory tomorrow to begin to create the momentum it needs

Addiction Starts Early in American Society, Report Finds

Published on 2011-06-30 03:07:16

90% of those hooked on alcohol, tobacco, drugs starting using them before age 18, research shows. A new study reveals that 90 percent of Americans who are addicted to tobacco, alcohol or other substances started smoking, drinking or using drugs befo

Tucson Border Patrol Rescue 30 Illegal Aliens in 24 Hours - Heat the Issue

Published on 2011-06-30 01:11:33

In five separate incidents in the last 24 hours, Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents rescued 30 illegal aliens suffering from varying states of dehydration in the West Desert area of operations. In all incidents, the aliens were apparently abandoned b

WATERMELON CAN MAKE CELEBRATING AMERICA’S INDEPENDENCE THAT MUCH SWEETER THIS FOURTH OF JULY

Published on 2011-06-29 22:46:18

FIVE TIPS FOR SELECTING A RIPE, FLAVORFUL WATERMELON Look for a watermelon that has bright skin, is firm, symmetrical, and free of cuts Find one that feels heavy for its size; “water” melons contain more than 90% water and the ripest ones have

Narco Blog: Dismembered Man Left in Dairy Container

Published on 2011-06-29 20:22:51

A man was found dismembered yesterday afternoon on the campus of The Porterville, in the municipality of Yurécuaro, Michoacán. Authorities received an anonymous call reporting a man running on the road leading to the communities. The deceased who

Lied-to Latino Sues MLB for $12 Million After Being Promised Security Position but Made Chauffeur

Published on 2011-06-29 17:12:54

William Diaz is claiming that Major League Baseball (MLB) is anti-Latino after he was hired under a phony job title and paid less than what was agreed upon, all in an attempt “to create the appearance that it was doing something about the sharp dec

Rubén Blades Announces Book of Daily Poetic Observations

Published on 2011-06-29 16:53:07

The Panamanian singer/actor wrote a poetic observation every day for a year, now with more than 365, he wants to publish them in a book format. The multi-grammy salsa star said his poetry book is finished, and he’ll publish it once his writer fri

Bernie Madoff Offends Hispanic Cultural Icon: Calls Himself the “Human Piñata” of Wall Street

Published on 2011-06-29 16:46:53

What did they say: "The Judge made me the Human Piñata of Wall Street" - Bernard Madoff What we said: "Man up Bernie, before you get made into a human piñata in prison. We hear candy is scarce in jail, and more than a handful of inmates would

2011 Teen Choice Award Nominees: Enrique, Bruno & Selena Make the Cut.  VOTE HERE.

Published on 2011-06-29 16:08:30

Hurray for all you teen fans, the nominations are out for this year’s Teen Choice Awards and we are excited that Enrique, Bruno, Selena amongst other Latino stars made the cut. The surf board award, the closest thing to an Oscar for the t

Agriculture Tech Company to Help Boost Puerto Rico’s Economy

Published on 2011-06-29 15:12:42

Puerto Rico’s economy looks to get a boost when Monsanto, an agriculture technology company, expands its research and development laboratories. Announced on Wednesday, the expansion will cost roughly $4.3 million, and will result in the construct

Madoff Offends Hispanic Cultural Icon: Calls Himself the “Human Piñata” of Wall Street

Published on 2011-06-29 14:23:11

Bernie Madoff has not only robbed and pillaged monies from friends and family he has now offended a critical Hispanic cultural icon the beloved pinata. He has now identified himself as the “Human Piñata” of Wall Street. Madof

Justice Department Files Lawsuit Alleging Immigration-Related Employment Discrimination by Farmland

Published on 2011-06-29 01:15:59

The Justice Department today filed a lawsuit against Farmland Foods Inc., a major producer of pork products in the United States, alleging that it engaged in a pattern or practice of discrimination by imposing unnecessary documentary requirements on

DREAM Act is “Common Sense Legislation” Says Secretary of Ed. Duncan

Published on 2011-06-28 22:02:03

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan told Congress today that the Administration supports passage of the Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act, or DREAM Act, for two basic reasons: it’s crucial for meeting our national goals an

Narco Blog: Gunman Attack In Pizza Parlor Filled with Children

Published on 2011-06-28 20:47:35

During the afternoon yesterday, terror was spread through the Peter Piper Pizza restaurant located in the Anahuac Plaza Bella shopping center, on the Sendero Avenue North, in the municipality of Escobedo, Nuevo Leon. It all started when five uniden

Walmart Exec Discusses New Urban Retail Strategy, Plans to Roll Out Minority Supplier Program

Published on 2011-06-28 20:11:27

At its 2011 Annual Luncheon, Metropolitan Planning Council also awards the Burnham Award for Excellence in Planning to Magellan Development Group for Lakeshore East As Walmart continues to expand in the Chicago market with a focus on smaller format

Madrid Gets Its Own Walk Of Fame (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-28 17:52:23

Javier Bardem, Penélope Cruz and Pedro Almodóvar inaugurated on Monday Madrid’s very own Walk of Fame, showcasing its first 25 stars! The names of the Bardem, his wife and director Almodóvar, and those of Antonio Banderas, Carmen Maura, Paco Ra

Woman Says Principal “Crossed the Line” When Giving Graduation Speech in English and Spanish (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-28 17:15:07

“Class of 2011, I want to congratulate you for all your accomplishments this year,” Principal of Whittell High School in Nevada said to his graduating class. He then said it in Spanish as a nice gesture to the Spanish-speaking students and their

LATINO BLOTTER Wannabe Rapper Climbs NY Light Post To Seek Record Deal (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-28 15:45:20

34 year old Raymond Velázquez’s rap tantrum caused Times Square to shut down on Tuesday morning. According to NYPD officials, Velázquez was asked to leave the premises of the MTV Network Headquarters, after loitering about trying to promote his

After U.S.‘s Last Minute Backing of France’s Lagarde for IMF Chief, Mexico Candidate Carstens Loses

Published on 2011-06-28 15:21:09

Though Mexico and others in Latin America had hoped Mexico’s Agustín Carstens would be appointed as the next International Monetary Fund (IMF) chief, the company’s Executive Board selected France’s Christine Lagarde to serve as Managing Direct

Man Hides Mom’s Corpse in Oil Drum, Then Hides Drum in Hot Dog Cart

Published on 2011-06-28 14:59:16

Authorities haven’t been able to charge the man, as they haven’t been able to pull the body from the oil drum, sealed with concrete. A Colombian man was pushing a hot dog cart down a busy Bogotá street at 9:00pm Monday night. A putrid stench,

L.A. Dodgers File for Bankruptcy in Delaware Court, “Los Doyers” in Trouble

Published on 2011-06-28 14:24:45

The Los Angeles Dodgers filed for bankruptcy protection on Monday in a Delaware court with owner Frank McCourt citing interference from Major League Baseball’s (MLB) commissioner Bud Selig as the main reason for the club’s failure. Much of the t

Tucson Sector Border Patrol Rescues 25 Illegal Aliens

Published on 2011-06-28 01:19:37

In ten separate incidents over the weekend, Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents rescued a total of 25 individuals suffering from varying states of dehydration. Twenty-three individuals were Mexican nationals and two were Guatemalan citizens who were a

Narco Blog: Man Decapitated and Hung from Mazatlan Bridge

Published on 2011-06-27 21:03:53

At approximately 06:00 hours yesterday, authorities were alerted in Mazatlan, Sinaloa, as the head of a man was left close to the facilities of the Ministerial Police of the State, which are located in Fraccionamiento Talleri. It was a man who coul

Narco Blog: Man Decapitated and Hung in Mazatlan

Published on 2011-06-27 21:00:16

At approximately 06:00 hours yesterday, authorities were alerted in Mazatlan, Sinaloa, as the head of a man was left close to the facilities of the Ministerial Police of the State, which are located in Fraccionamiento Talleri. It was a man who coul

CANCELED: June 28th VIP Reception of Newly Appointed Consul General of Mexico

Published on 2011-06-27 20:07:24

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Brazilian to Become Next Chief of UN Food and Agriculture Organization

Published on 2011-06-27 19:00:24

A former Brazilian food security minister will become the first person from Latin America to head the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the United Nations agency leading international efforts in the fight against hunger. José Graziano da Sil

Hackers Known as LulzSec Aren’t Fans of Arizona’s Anti-Immigration Law, Release Documents

Published on 2011-06-27 17:19:58

The now-famous LulzSec hackers have taken aim at Arizona, and the state’s controversial immigration legislation. Not fans of Arizona’s SB1070, which was signed into law last year, LulzSec hackers obtained and released law enforcement documents t

Mexican Singer Paulina Rubio Arrested in Miami

Published on 2011-06-27 16:30:59

After crashing her BMX outside of Miami’s Little Havanna, the artist went berserk on the cops, who proceeded to handcuff her. The arrest report says Rubio failed to get out of her car when asked by the police, cursing instead at the officers in S

México City, Buenos Aires, Bogotá and Madrid in Facebook’s Top 10

Published on 2011-06-27 15:56:04

Despite 20% of the total number of Facebook users being American, it is in the Hispanic world where the most Facebookers are found. The Hispanic world has emerged as the most Facebook active region, as indicated by studies conducted by comScore tha

Man Pretends to Be U.S. Soldier to Get Special Treatment on Airplane

Published on 2011-06-27 15:23:31

A wannabe G.I. Joe is in serious trouble after authorities say he pretended to be a U.S. soldier to get special treatment. On Friday, Rock Diaz, 22, entered a Dominican Republic airport on his way home to Long Island. He was wearing camouflage fatig

U.N. Report: Central America at Risk of Losing Countries to Drug Traffickers

Published on 2011-06-27 14:16:57

In its World Drug Report, U.N. officials warned that Central America is in danger of being taken over by leaders of the drug trade due in large part to “unequal distributions of income”. The report, which was released Thursday, described Central

EPA to Chair North America Commission for Environmental Cooperation

Published on 2011-06-26 23:24:34

At the end of the annual council session in Montreal, Canada, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson assumed leadership of the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC), a partnership with Canada and Mexico that foste

Bishops Call for Education Reform in Chile

Published on 2011-06-26 21:09:53

In the context of student protests, the Chilean bishops have stressed the urgency of researching proposals that meet with a broad consensus, in order to give the processes the go-ahead that meet the right demands. The spokesman of the Episcopal Con

UN Official Commends Former Leaders of Ghana and Brazil on Winning Award

Published on 2011-06-26 18:49:26

The head of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) this week congratulated the former presidents of Ghana and Brazil, John Kufuor and Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, who have been honoured for their vital contributions to improving the quality, qua

TV Star Wilmer Valderrama Returns to His Birthplace for an Emotional Trip in PASTPORT: VENEZUELA

Published on 2011-06-26 17:52:35

Wilmer Valderrama (That 70’s Show, Yo Momma, The Dry Land) has become a household name since first appearing as the endearing FEZ on FOX’s That 70’s Show. Yet, few are aware that he had very humble beginnings and comes from an extre

CBP Detains 15 Cuban Illegal Aliens on Monito Island

Published on 2011-06-26 16:40:13

U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents detained 15 undocumented Cuban illegal aliens who landed on Monito Island in the early morning hours. The Ramey Border Patrol station radio dispatch received a call indicating the arrival of the illegal alie

Texas Contract Security Officer Charged with Sexual Abuse of Detainee

Published on 2011-06-26 16:00:50

The Justice Department today announced the unsealing of an indictment charging Contract Security Officer Edwin Rodriguez, 31, of Raymondville, Texas, with sexual abuse of a female Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainee who was unde

EPA to Chair North America Commission for Environmental Cooperation

Published on 2011-06-26 15:09:49

This week, at the end of the annual council session in Montreal, Canada, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson assumed leadership of the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC), a partnership with Canada and Mexico

Changes at Center for Hispanic Policy, Research and Development Lack Transparency

Published on 2011-06-26 14:14:34

Recently, members of the Hispanic Directors Association of New Jersey (HDANJ) received notice that Mr. Abraham Lopez had been appointed Executive Director of the Center for Hispanic Policy, Research and Development (CHPRD), and that the CHPRD mission

Christina Aguilera: ‘La Casa’ First Listen Here

Published on 2011-06-26 11:57:40

Check out Christina Aguilera’s latest song, “La Casa” (”The Home”), which is sung entirely in Spanish by the half Ecuadorian entertainer! The 30-year-old singer and The Voice coach is no stranger to singing en Espanol - she released an ent

Join us This and Every Sunday At HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-06-26 11:00:15

Introducing: From Argentina: Artist:Jauría Song: Adios a Dios Band Members Ciro Petrusi (Vocals, Guitar) Ray Fajardo (Drums) Esteban Serniotti (Guitar) Mauro Ambesi (Bass) Published in Notitas de Noticias

DREAM ACT Call to Action by Jose Antonio Vargas garners Mentoring Challenge

Published on 2011-06-26 00:24:15

Urgent, national challenge to address Latino educational attainment deficit ties directly to need for passage of the DREAM Act; call to action for an educated America to return to number one spot by 2020 requires DREAMers to become college graduates

Logging & Drug Threats Put Rainforests on UN Heritage Danger List

Published on 2011-06-25 23:00:35

Illegal logging, poaching, and other intrusions have led rainforests in Honduras and Indonesia to be placed on the List of World Heritage in Danger, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) reported today. In th

Narco Blog: Gunman Threaten Journalist and Newspaper in Guerrero (WARNING EXPLICIT PHOTO)

Published on 2011-06-25 20:34:49

This week, an armed group violently stormed into El Sol de Chilpancingo. Threatening by gunpoint, they pointed a gun at the head of the newspaper editor. They insisted that workers suspend the printing of the evening edition, which had begun. In br

Statement of Support for the Central American Security Strategy Against Drugs

Published on 2011-06-25 19:00:29

Following is a joint statement of Canada, Colombia, Finland, Germany, Israel, Italy, Japan, European Union, South Korea, Spain, Mexico, Norway, and the United States. We, the Group of Friends of the International Conference in Support of the Central

Baby in Brazil Born with Deceased Fathers Sperm

Published on 2011-06-25 17:34:34

Brazilian media reports the healthy delivery of a baby girl concieved through artificial insemination using her dead father’s frozen sperm. The mother, Katia Lernerneier, and baby are both doing fine and have been discharged from the hospital this

Two Indicted in Kentucky on Conspiracy and Harboring of Undocumented Bolivian National for Gain

Published on 2011-06-25 15:51:50

Javier Arce, 58,( a cardiologist) and Cristina Mier Arce, 55, were indicted by a federal grand jury for conspiracy and harboring of an undocumented Bolivian national for their financial gain, the Justice Department announced this week. Accor

Former U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team Standouts Sahaydak and Hamilton Travel to Brazil

Published on 2011-06-25 15:12:14

Former U.S. Women’s National Team players Linda Hamilton and Tiffany Roberts Sahaydak will travel to Brazil from June 27-July 1 to help lead a soccer camp as part of the U.S. State Department’s Sports Envoy Program. The U.S. Department of State

Texas Border Patrol Agents Seize Nearly $9M in Narcotics

Published on 2011-06-25 13:35:30

U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Rio Grande city station confiscated more than $7.2 million worth of cocaine and more than $1.7 million worth of marijuana in multiple seizures Thursday night and early this morning. On Thursday evening, age

Cholera Cases Increasing in Haiti and Dominican Republic- UN Reports

Published on 2011-06-25 13:05:09

Cases of cholera are on the rise in Haiti and neighboring Dominican Republic, the United Nations World Health Organization (WHO) reported today, saying more than 18,000 new cases in Port-au-Prince, the Haitian capital, have been recorded recently.

Rep Raul Labrador Offers New Immigration Policy To GOP

Published on 2011-06-25 12:07:54

Representative Raul Labrador, a Tea Party forerunner and former immigration lawyer from Puerto Rico, has been getting together with Republicans to design what he calls a “conservative consensus” for immigration policy. Like Obama he advocates bor

CPS Goes Back on Word, Whittier School Sit-in Begins Again

Published on 2011-06-22 20:09:04

Last year, parents of Whittier Elementary School students fought to save a fieldhouse on the school’s property. After a month-long battle with the Chicago Public Schools board, the parents and CPS reached an agreement and the parents were set t

Reports Reveal Minority Men Face Toughest Challenges When Trying to Advance their Education

Published on 2011-06-22 17:17:03

According to two recent reports from the College Board and Advocacy & Policy Center, minority men of all backgrounds face educational barriers that minority women and white men do not often experience. The New York Times>/em> stated: According

Evita Duarte de Perón’s Jewelry Recovered in Italy

Published on 2011-06-22 17:07:12

Police in Milán have recovered jewelry that once belonged to the late Argentine First Lady of Juan Doming Perón. A diamond tiara, diamond earrings and rings worth 6 million Euros were found by police in a hotel room outside of Milán. One man was

Jennifer López To Get Star in Hollywood’s Walk Of Fame

Published on 2011-06-22 15:47:06

J-lo and Mexican singer Pepe Aguilar will get their stars in 2012. J-lo hasn’t tweeted since Saturday, when she arrived to Majorca. “The committee has selected a fabulous slate of stars to add sparkle and luster to the Hollywood Walk of

Arizona Sheriff Says Securing the Border is About Safety and Is Not a Race Issue

Published on 2011-06-22 15:25:28

An Arizona sheriff has claimed that the Obama administration’s decision to keep the 1,200 U.S. National Guard troops at that U.S.-Mexico is “pandering”, as the number is not nearly enough. Sheriff Paul Babeu is accusing the current

WikiLeaks: High Clergy of Venezuela Defied Pope and Plotted Against Chávez

Published on 2011-06-22 14:30:50

Pope John Paul II, beatified in May, warned Venezuela’s clergy to stay away from parties seeking to stage a coup against President Hugo Chavez nearly 10 years ago, but the hierarchy of Venezuela’s church deliberately defied him, and accor

New Generation Latinos Ages 14-34 Reveals Nearly 50% Seek More Bilingual/Bicultural Content

Published on 2011-06-22 14:30:20

“The Maximo Report” co-sponsored by Tr3s takes an in depth look at the role of media, entertainment, digital media and marketing & advertising among New Generation Latinos (NGLs) Tr3s: MTV, Musica y Mas, the bilingual/bicultural netw

Border Fence Mural Taken Down, but Saved

Published on 2011-06-22 13:22:15

A 60-foot-long mural painted on a section fence along the U.S.-Mexico border has been saved from the scrap yard thanks in large part to the efforts from people in both countries. The mural, titled “Vida y Sueños de la Cañada Perla” or

Police Confirm Capture of “El Chango” Leader of La Familia Michoacana

Published on 2011-06-22 12:04:18

Today authorities confirmed that elements of the Federal Police have captured Jose de Jesus Mendez Vargas, better known as “El Chango,” who had been named leader of the Michaocan drug cartel La Familia. Thanks to intelligence, the arrest

Wilmer Valderrama Reconnects with His Roots

Published on 2011-06-22 11:45:28

NuvoTV’s PASTPORT: VENEZUELA joins Valderrama on his emotional return to Venezuela for the first time since he came to the U.S. 16 years ago. Wilmer Valderrama, the endearing FEZ on FOX’s That 70’s Show had very humble beg

Citing Precarious Conditions, UN Urges Governments Not to Return Haitians

Published on 2011-06-22 01:56:48

The United Nations is appealing to governments to suspend all involuntary returns to Haiti, given the precarious conditions that continue to persist in the Caribbean nation 18 months after the devastating January 2010 earthquake. “Despite the rece

New Reports Reveal Alarming Facts About the Educational Experiences of Young Men of Color

Published on 2011-06-21 22:08:42

College Board Reports Offer Insights into the Educational Challenges Faced by Young Men of Color and Outlines a Series of Concrete Recommendations for Addressing These Issues Nearly half of young men of color age 15 to 24 who graduate from high scho

Narco News: Police Confirm Capture of “El Chango” Leader of La Familia Michoacana.

Published on 2011-06-21 21:03:20

Today authorities confirmed that elements of the Federal Police have captured Jose de Jesus Mendez Vargas , Better known as El Chango, who had been named leader of the criminal group Family Michoacana. The arrest occurred in the state of Aguascalie

COMMUNITY ALERT: Child Luring/Attempt Kidnapping

Published on 2011-06-21 20:18:08

About The Crime: Two offenders attempted to lure a young female victim into a van by telling her they had candy and video games. The wanted subjects were driving a dark red full size work van with paint on the rear windows. The victim was able to es

ICE Assists Mexican Authorities in Seizing Over $2.4 million Concealed Inside Telephone Cable

Published on 2011-06-21 19:10:50

Mexico’s customs authority, the Servicio de Administración Tributaria (SAT), with assistance from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), seized over $2.4 million concealed within four

Mexico Bans Shark Fishing in Federal Waters

Published on 2011-06-21 17:16:40

The National Commission of Aquaculture and Fisheries (Conapesca) decided to ban the fishing of all shark species in federal waters on both coasts in order to contribute to the conservation of the resource. The ban will be extended during the period

U.S. Border Patrol Agents Rescue 13 Illegal Aliens From Extreme Conditions

Published on 2011-06-21 16:39:47

U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Rio Grande Valley Sector saved the lives of 13 illegal aliens over the weekend and early this morning. The first incident occurred Friday when agents assigned to the Falfurrias Station rescued eight illegal aliens,

Juanes Announces Tour, Says 3 Year Hiatus is a Rumor

Published on 2011-06-21 16:07:13

The Colombian singer said in an interview that his singing career is far from over, and he’ll just take a few family days after a series of Spain concerts. Juanes feels he’s living through pivotal times, “[P.A.R.C.E.] is a very special tour f

Sen. McCain Blames Arizona Wildfires on Illegal Immigration.

Published on 2011-06-21 15:24:59

As firefighters in Arizona battle the raging wildfires, U.S. Senator John McCain is pointing the finger at illegal immigration as the cause of the ongoing fires that have left so many without homes, and immigration advocates have had enough. It woul

Brazil Court Orders Man Convicted of Ordering Nun’s Death to Remain in Jail

Published on 2011-06-21 14:26:56

Brazil’s top court has decided that the rancher convicted of masterminding the murder of a US Nun in 2005 will remain in court while his case is appealed. 73-year-old Dorothy Stang was a nun as well as an environmental activist when she was shot d

Bullying’s Scars May Last a Lifetime, Experts Say

Published on 2011-06-21 03:07:19

Bullying’s Scars May Last a Lifetime, Experts Say Because millions of kids in the United States are affected by bullying, some people may shrug it off as just a part of growing up. But experts warn that it should be treated as a serious issue

Narco Blog: The Knights Templar Execute 8 Men for aiding Rival Cartel (Warning-Explicit Photos)

Published on 2011-06-20 20:53:33

Over this past weekend in different parts of Michoacán,ten Narco banners appeared signed by The Knights Templar. The cartel states that they will continue to do the righteous thing and to exterminate those considered traitors. They then went on to

North Side Couple Charged in Several Robberies

Published on 2011-06-20 20:01:39

Chicago Police arrested and charged two people in connection with a number of robbery incidents in the Lincoln Park and Logan Square neighborhood. Jakub Zeintek, 25, of the 8700 block of N. Osceola Avenue, Niles, was charged with (3) counts of felo

Walmart Dodges Class Action Sex Discrimination Lawsuit, Still Faces Lawsuits

Published on 2011-06-20 17:20:59

Monday, the Supreme Court blocked a sex discrimination lawsuit brought against Walmart Stores on behalf of the women who work for the company, reversing the decision of the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco. The lawsuit involved 1.6 mill

Madrid and Barcelona Soccer Stars’ Vacation Under The Sun

Published on 2011-06-20 16:01:55

Barcelona’s Andrés Iniesta has chosen the island of Cerdeña to spend his vacation next to partner Anna Ortiz, and his daughter. Real Madrid Goalie Iker Casillas, relaxes in Brazil with girlfriend and sports journalist Sara Carbonero. Shaki

“Querétaro” Voted Prettiest Word in Spanish Language

Published on 2011-06-20 15:55:36

“Netizens” (Citizens of the Net) chose the word Querétaro proposed by actor Gael García Bernal in the poll organized by the Cervantes Institute. More than 33,000 people voted from a list of more than 30 words proposed by Hispanic pers

Educational Forum: Obama and the Future of Immigration Reform

Published on 2011-06-20 15:42:48

Hear from experts and participate in a conversation about the status of immigration policy reform and where is this issue going. Tuesday June 21 6:30 Chicago Published in Has Oido

Hispanics Fall Behind in Internet Use and Utilization

Published on 2011-06-20 15:23:08

Though recent reports have stated that Hispanics are the fastest growing demographic of tech users, a recent poll has indicated that they are still behind blacks and whites in web usage. The fastest growing ethnic group in the U.S., Hispanics are at

Extreme Trafficking: CBP Seizes $11.4M in Narcotics, $574 in Cash Last Week in Ariz.

Published on 2011-06-20 15:18:35

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection Arizona Joint Field Command is reporting the seizure of more than 18,300 pounds of narcotics with an estimated value of nearly $11.4 million and the apprehension of 2,390 illegal aliens at the Arizona border for

Bolivian Coca Growers Upset With Comedy Film (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-20 14:24:56

The film titled “Los Gringos No Comen Llajua” (Gringos Don’t Aat Spicy Sauce) has been banned in the Chulumani region of Bolivia after local coca growers say they have been portrayed at criminals. Director Adán Sarabia has said his production

Peru Vows to Protect Uncontacted Tribe’s Reserve

Published on 2011-06-19 19:23:51

Peru’s Culture Ministry has promised to protect an uncontacted tribe’s reserve in the Amazon amid fears that it would be shut down. In a statement released last week, the ministry denied reports that it planned to abolish the Murunahua reserve,

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to Travel to Guatemala on Diplomatic Security Mission

Published on 2011-06-19 18:13:04

On June 22, 2011, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will travel to Guatemala City to participate in the International Conference of Support for the Central American Security Strategy. Central American heads of state and international partners will a

Latino Elected Officials to Meet to Get the Hispanic Vote Out Nation Wide

Published on 2011-06-19 14:47:10

With 2010 Census data demonstrating that the Latino community now numbers more than 50 million strong, the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) will assemble more than 1,000 Latino officials to focus on the implicati

REPORT:  Latinos, 1st Time Homebuyers Key to Housing Recovery

Published on 2011-06-19 13:12:21

The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP) has published a report “The State of Hispanic Homeownership” that offers an overview of compelling data on the Hispanic homebuyer market and why it is poised, due to its popu

Look for Unprecedented Latino Cultural Experience in NY This Summer

Published on 2011-06-19 12:22:40

Trendsetting Latino artists, musicians, DJs, filmmakers and tastemakers will unite under one roof in New York this summer at The Spot by Heineken. In partnership with Remezcla, a leading creative house and content authority on emerging Latin cultur

Join us This and Every Sunday At HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-06-19 11:00:25

Introducing: From Colombia: Artist:Los Alegres De Genoy Song: La Chicha Published in Notitas de Noticias

Countries Adopt New UN Standards to Improve Conditions for Domestic Workers

Published on 2011-06-19 10:30:17

Government representatives and delegates representing worker and employer organisations attending a United Nations conference today adopted a set of international standards aimed at improving the working conditions of millions of domestic workers wor

Harvard’s Partnership to Support Young Latino Leaders Gains Momentum

Published on 2011-06-19 09:42:02

The Center for Public Leadership (CPL) at Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) has announced that increased support will enable a 40% increase in the number of participants in the second installment of its Latino Leadership Initiative (LLI). Forty college s

Satellite Imagery Helping ID Illegal Forest Clearing in Latin America

Published on 2011-06-19 08:09:01

Brazilian beef barons whose illegal clearance of land inhabited by uncontacted Indians in Paraguay was spotted by satellites have now been charged with illegal deforestation. The charges come after Survival International released satellite images sh

LVEJO to Meet with Local Aldermen to Gain Support for Their Public Transit Campaign

Published on 2011-06-19 07:29:46

The Little Village Environmental Justice Organization’s (LVEJO) Public Transit Campaign invites you to come out and make two stops for the 31st Street Bus. Monday, June 20th we will be stopping to visit Alderman Ricardo Munoz and Alderm

EXTREME TRAFFIKCING:  49 Bricks of Cocaine Valued at $1.5M Seized on Puerto Rican Waters

Published on 2011-06-19 01:49:08

Earlier this week, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Air and Marine assets seized 49 bricks of narcotics on board a boat near the southwest coast of the island. A CBP surveillance aircraft on a routine patrol detected a vessel 21 nautical miles so

Tony Mendoza, Chair of the Latino Legislative Caucus, Releases Response to CA Gov.  Brown

Published on 2011-06-18 23:00:08

In response to today’s budget veto by Governor Brown, Assembly member Tony Mendoza, Chair of the Latino Legislative Caucus, has released the following statement: “I am disappointed in Governor Brown’s budget veto today. Countless hours went

Bishops Approve Physician-Assisted Suicide Statement; Call on Catholics to Support the Dying

Published on 2011-06-18 20:25:38

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) approved a policy statement on physician-assisted suicide at its Spring General Assembly in Seattle on June 16. The statement, To Live Each Day with Dignity, passed with a vote of 191-1. It mar

Workers of Color Dominate Domestic Services but Lack Union Rights

Published on 2011-06-18 19:02:58

Kyle Boyd is an intern at the Center for American Progress working with Senior Fellow Sam Fulwood III and the Project 2050 team on issues of racial justice. An estimated 2.5 million people work every year in domestic services, helping us take care o

The healing spirit of El Niño Fidencio

Published on 2011-06-18 17:57:37

One Sunday a month, in a small house in Fort Worth, Texas, the bigger-than-life spirit of a man known for his childlike demeanor comes to visit a devoted congregation. So believe the “fidencistas” who hear mass at the home of Criselda Valencia, a

DHS’ proposed Changes to Secure Communities: Too Little Too Late

Published on 2011-06-18 17:02:52

The Obama Administration’s Announcement Proves That the Program Should be Suspended Immediately . The Department of Homeland SecurityFriday announced several changes to its much-criticized Secure Communities (S-Comm) program. Below is a statement

Pending a Resolution of DOMA, Immigration Judges Should Exercise Discretion to Stay Removal Cases

Published on 2011-06-18 15:57:42

To date, five states plus the District of Columbia celebrate marriages of gay and lesbian couples and several other states honor such marriages. In addition, five countries, including Canada, permit marriages of gay and lesbian couples and at l

Border Patrol Nabs 159 Pounds of Iguana Meat

Published on 2011-06-18 14:59:01

US Border Patrol agents seized nearly 160 pounds of raw iguana meat at the San Diego Border. DHS officials report that a 37-year-old man tried to smuggle the iguana meat across the border in three coolers hidden under fish. The meat had been discov

Latino Targeted Anti-Abortion Billboard Campaign Stops

Published on 2011-06-18 14:14:18

A controversial ad campaign directed at Latina women in Los Angeles has been pulled after complaints from pro choice organizations mounted. The billboard read in both English and Spanish that “the most dangerous place for a Latino is in the womb,

TEXAS Gov Perry Has 1170 Bills Awaiting his Signature or Veto by Sunday (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-18 13:07:28

Texas Governor Perry flirts with a presidential bid as he has 1170 Bills sitting on his desk awaiting his response. Rick Perry has been very busy as he crisscrosses the country feeling out the waters for a presidential run. Rachel Maddow takes a l

Alabama Brings Back Troubled Racial History With New Immigration Law

Published on 2011-06-18 00:42:18

Alabama has joined other states in the Deep South on the immigration battleground, with its troubled racial history not far from the surface. The state signed the nation’s harshest immigration bill into law last week, with HB 56 containing almost e

Bureau of Educational & Cultural Affairs Host EducationUSA Forum

Published on 2011-06-17 22:41:44

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs will host its second EducationUSA Forum to promote U.S. higher education overseas June 22-24 at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania A

Narco Blog: Knights Templar Claim Cartels La Familia Michoacana and Los Zetas are Joining Forces

Published on 2011-06-17 22:34:48

The Knights Templar came out today at different points in Michoacán, were they placed narcobanners that were targeted at society as a whole. The banners declare that the La Familia Michoacana Cartel has joined forces with Los Zetas. The Knights Te

Protect Your Identity at ‘Shred It & Forget It’ Free Event

Published on 2011-06-17 20:04:47

On Saturday, June 25, 2011, the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection joins the Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois, in conjunction with various government agencies in inviting consumers and b

34% of Hispanic Children Live Without Dad at Home, New PSAs Trying to Change That

Published on 2011-06-17 18:38:07

The smallest moments can have the biggest impact on a child’s life. Take time to be a dad today.” That’s the campaign message of new public service advertisements (PSAs) that launched nationwide in recognition of Father’s Day.

TxDOT Creates Original “Mini” Telenovelas Series to Reach Hispanic Families

Published on 2011-06-17 17:04:52

Culturally relevant telenovela episodes illustrate the serious consequences of drinking and driving This month the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will be airing an educational campaign in a mini telenovelas series format in an effort to

Guatemala launches Women Only Buses

Published on 2011-06-17 15:49:26

The first woman-only routes of the public transportation system in the capital, have been operating since Wednesday. The women only buses are identified with a pink ribbon, or a written announcement that says “Exclusively for Women”. The initi

Brazil: Super Saturday Visa Program

Published on 2011-06-17 15:17:58

The U.S. Embassy in Brasilia, along with the U.S. consulates in Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Recife, will open on Saturday, June 18, to accommodate Brazilian travelers seeking visas to visit the United States. U.S. consulates in Rio de Janeiro and

Mexican Journalists Fear for Their Lives, Seek Asylum in U.S.

Published on 2011-06-17 15:17:44

A group of Mexican journalists are desperately asking the U.S. government to approve their asylum petitions, as they constantly fear for their lives for their depictions of drug cartels and the country’s military. Emilio Gutierrez Soto, Ricardo Ch

WATCH: La 33’s Biographic Video Comic (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-17 14:38:10

This super neat Video Comic tells the ten salsa band’s ten years of history, in 3 spicy minutes! Published in Notitas de Noticias

The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Mocks Obama’s Trip to Puerto Rico (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-17 01:52:54

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Published in Notitas de Noticias

U.S. Bishops Launch Immigration Campaign in Opposition to the E-Verify Program Expanding

Published on 2011-06-17 01:44:44

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Justice for Immigrants campaign is urging Catholics to oppose the expansion of E-Verify in the absence of comprehensive immigration reform. E-Verify is the federal government’s Internet-based syst

Spain and Peru Winners for “International Communication Awards”

Published on 2011-06-17 00:48:01

The International Communication Awards “Centinelas of mañana” (Morning Sentinel) have been awarded, promoted by the Spanish Foundation “White Report” on the occasion of World Youth Day (WYD), to be held in August in Madrid.

Arroz Con Salchichas- Po Boy Rice-Puerto Rican Recipe

Published on 2011-06-16 23:15:06

In a hurry? Just got home and your “media naranja” (better half) is on the way? Well lets get started. Turn that salsa music on so we can throw some basic Puerto Rican stuff together for dinner. This is “Po Boy Rice”. Find out

Smithsonian Latino Program Offers Rich Summer Experience to HS Seniors

Published on 2011-06-16 22:07:07

The Smithsonian Latino Center has selected 19 graduating seniors from throughout the country and Puerto Rico to participate in the Young Ambassadors Program, June 19 through July 29. This interdisciplinary, leadership development program fosters the

Narco Blog: Nephew of States Attorney General Tortured Then Confession is Taped

Published on 2011-06-16 21:33:24

Narco Blog presents the following video, where a group of gunmen carried out an interrogation of Roberto Muñoz Marmolejo, who said he is the nephew of Felipe Muñoz Vázquez, who is the attorney general in the state of Aguascalientes. The nephew ap

Public Building Commission Accused of Over-Paying Minority-Owned Businesses

Published on 2011-06-16 20:09:59

According to a report released Wednesday, the Chicago Public Building Commission, which oversees hundreds of millions of dollars of construction projects, “grossly overstated” the amount of money paid to minority contractors in 2009. The

Americans Are Most Willing To Help Costa Rica, Dominican Republic On Latest List of Defense Partners

Published on 2011-06-16 18:08:32

The United States has defense treaties with more than 50 nations, but Rasmussen Reports is finding that most Americans aren’t willing to go to bat militarily for the majority of them. Out of the latest list of nine countries Rasmussen asked abo

Illustrator Ricardo Cortes Sees “Go the F*ck to Sleep” Reach No.1 on NY Times Best Seller List

Published on 2011-06-16 17:13:54

“Go the F**k to Sleep” a sometimes foul-mouthed but honest book told in a childrens’-book type of way, depicts the frustration parents go through when faced with the usual bedtime illustrations and trying to get their children to go to sleep. A

ANOTHER Ché Guevara Diary Published in Cuba

Published on 2011-06-16 16:31:53

“Diary of a Combatant” is a series of notebooks in terrible handwriting, that editors were able to decipher into a peek into late 50’s Cuba, and a Castro fresh in power. Mrs. Aleida March, Ché Guevara’s widow, said she wanted to publish th

New York City Mayor Bloomberg calls US Immigration Policy “National Suicide”

Published on 2011-06-16 01:47:33

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg said the US risks “national suicide” if it doesn’t implement a more welcoming immigration policy. Bloomberg spoke on Wednesday to the Council on Foreign Relations. “We will not remain a global superpower

ICE Testimony Before Senate on ‘Illegal Tunnels’ at U.S.-Mexico Border

Published on 2011-06-16 01:16:25

The following is the testimony of Executive Associate Director James A. Dinkins, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, before the Senate Caucus on international narcotics control and “illegal tunnels on the southwest border”. The u

Lucha Libre: “When you wrestle in Mexico, the mask is everything,” Del Rio Says in Interview

Published on 2011-06-15 22:51:30

Unbelievable that for so many years, Del Rio actually hid his face in favor of a wrestling mask, but as the superstar explains, it was all about tradition. “When you wrestle in Mexico, the mask is everything,” Del Rio tells me as talk be

‘Brinda al Exito’ Program Supports Hispanic Parents Leadership in Education

Published on 2011-06-15 22:19:38

A large body of research indicates that the United States’ economic and social well-being is directly linked to the development and attainment of the Hispanic community. A White House report shows that Hispanic success in education and in the l

Narco Blog: Women Captured in Raid of Cartel Training Camp

Published on 2011-06-15 21:00:30

Luis Carlos Najera, head of the Public Security Secretariat of Jalisco, confirmed yesterday that in San Cristobal de la Barranca, the State Police discovered a Narco-camp for the training of Los Zetas. The confrontation resulted in six gunmen being

CASTING CALL: Superman Sequel Seeking Paid Extras for Chicago Area Filming

Published on 2011-06-15 20:13:40

Warner Bros. will be holding casting calls June 16 & 17 in Chicago, Plano, and Naperville, Illinois for paid extras in the upcoming “Superman” sequel. The movie is being shot in the Chicago area later this summer. Filming for “

EXTREME TRAFFICKING:  Seizure of Illegal Iguana Meat at U.S.-Mexico Border

Published on 2011-06-15 18:25:01

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Otay Mesa passenger port of entry last week found 159 pounds of concealed iguana meat hidden in coolers underneath fish. At about 3:30 p.m. on June 7, a 37-year-old male U.S. citizen arrived at vehi

Texas Passes Anti-Sanctuary Cities Bill - One Senator Saying, “This is a Sad Day”

Published on 2011-06-15 17:11:33

Wednesday, the Texas Senate voted against a bill that would have allowed cities to decide whether or not they want to be so-called “Sanctuary Cities” and not require local law enforcement to enforce federal immigration laws. “This is not a

Police Stings in Mexico Far, FAR Less Successful Than Scorpion Stings

Published on 2011-06-15 16:39:15

In the five and a half months of 2011, close to one hundred thousand people have been stung by scorpions in México! From January first to date, scorpions in the state of Jalisco alone have stung almost 20,000 people; Guerrero, comes second with 15,

Human Rights Watch Shows Immigrant Detainees Moved Repeatedly Away from Family and Lawyers

Published on 2011-06-15 15:48:40

Detained immigrants facing deportation in the United States are being transferred, often repeatedly, to remote detention centers by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Human Rights Watch said today in a report analyzing 12 years of data. T

Convicted Criminals to Replace Undocumented Workers in Georgia

Published on 2011-06-15 01:45:43

A large number of immigrants are fleeing Georgia as anti-immigrant legislation is set to be enacted. Gov. Nathan Deal has issued a statement that he is looking to fill vacant farm jobs with convicted criminals. The governor has called on the state’

Five Illegal Aliens with Criminal Histories Apprehended at Arizona-Mexico Border

Published on 2011-06-15 01:41:54

Over the weekend, Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents arrested five illegal aliens with dangerous criminal histories. Three of the illegal aliens are members of violent street gangs and two had felony convictions for manslaughter. On Friday, Casa Gra

HUD Goes Bilingual with Spanish Blog

Published on 2011-06-15 00:20:05

Earlier this year, HUD was very excited to roll out a new interactive blog, The HUDdle. Many posts later, they continue to reach out directly to the public like Nuevo blog en espanol- The HUDdle en Espanol never before. And now they’ve gone bilingu

Easy Cilantro Lime Rice

Published on 2011-06-14 23:19:55

This rice is great as a side dish or added to your favorite taco salad or burrito. Much like you will find in fresh-Mex restaurants. Ingredients 1/2 onion, chopped 1 (4 ounce) can green chilies 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 lime, juiced 1/2 bunch ci

OHSA: Latino Workers Suffer Disproportionately from On-the-Job Heat Injuries and Illness

Published on 2011-06-14 21:30:34

On May 14, 2008, a young worker named Maria Isavel Vasquez Jimenez arrived for her shift at a California vineyard. She was pregnant, and her job required her to spend long hours tying grapevines in the sun. As the day wore on, the temperature soared,

Narco Blog: Man Hung From Bridge Then Set on Fire

Published on 2011-06-14 21:10:32

Several heavily armed men showed up on the auto bridge at Revolution and Chapultepec avenues late Monday evening. With hundreds of motorists as witnesses, criminals hung a person, then sprinkled him with gasoline and set fire to him in -the sight of

CRIME: Boy, 15, Fatally Shot on His Birthday

Published on 2011-06-14 20:05:25

A 15-year-old boy is dead after being shot in the front yard of a home Monday night. Jovany Diaz was celebrating his 15th birthday with a cousin,19, in the front yard of a home of the 4300 block of West Hirsch Street in Chicago’s West Humboldt

Possible Facebook IPO Valuation Exceeding $100 Million - Brazil, Mexico Users Increase

Published on 2011-06-14 17:11:08

CNBC is reporting that an insider has told them the social-networking site, Facebook, is “likely to go public by the first quarter of 2012” with an IPO valuation of more than $100 million. This report comes at a time when Facebook’s growth rat

LATINO BLOTTER: Hypersexual Deputy Scott Christopher Montoya Relieved Of Duty

Published on 2011-06-14 15:59:05

Former Orange County Sheriff’s Department deputy Montoya, is fighting to retain his job. Evidence of lewd and inappropriate behavior against him, is overwhelming. The OC-Weekly reported that Montoya “routinely told women he met while on duty th

Nicaragua’s First Family Runs the Nation’s Media and Communications!

Published on 2011-06-14 15:54:23

In Nicarargua, the Ortega clan controls Channel 8, Channel 13 and the Secretary of Communications and Citizenship. The newly launched Channel 13, “viva Nicaragua” is being advertised as a network with a “youthful profile” featuring “news f

Pennsylvania Lawmakers Consider Tough Immigration Laws

Published on 2011-06-14 02:26:20

Pennsylvania lawmakers have proposed bills that would add to the various of immigration laws around the nation. They include: HB 858 - Requires state contractors to check the immigration status of employees through the federal E-Verify program. HB

New Poll:  Latinos Divided on Obama and Immigration

Published on 2011-06-14 01:28:56

The number of Latino voters who intend to support President Barack Obama increased by 9% compared with those supporting the president in the previous impreMedia/Latino Decisions (LD) poll, conducted two months ago. However, the same group is profound

Celebrate World Blood Donor Day, First Time Global Event Launched in Latin America

Published on 2011-06-14 00:21:26

On June 14, 2011, countries worldwide will celebrate World Blood Donor Day with events to raise awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products and to thank voluntary unpaid blood donors for their life-saving gifts of blood. The theme for Wo

June 18th it’s the Lucha Libre USA Masked Warfare!

Published on 2011-06-13 23:01:50

June 18th it’s the Lucha Libre USA Masked Warfare! On June 18th the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Albuquerque is heating up with the Lucha Libre USA’s sizzling-season-finale and ALL titles are on the line for the taking!! The Headhunters, Sp

Alliance for a Healthier Generation Receives $23 Million Grant to Expand Healthy Schools Program

Published on 2011-06-13 22:38:37

The Alliance for a Healthier Generation, founded by the American Heart Association and the William J. Clinton Foundation, announced today it has received a $23.2 million grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) to expand and extend its He

Narco Blog: Armed Men Storm Another Rehabilitation Facility and Kill Three

Published on 2011-06-13 21:12:33

During the day yesterday, an armed group went to a rehabilitation center in the colony Campesina, Chihuahua. Three men we executed who were residing at the center. Two of the bodies of the victims were at the gate of the place, while the other was o

(Logan Square) Mayor Emanuel, Superintendent McCarthy Announce 150 More Police Officers

Published on 2011-06-13 20:08:08

Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy announced today the deployment of 150 police officers to districts throughout the city as part of a continued effort to improve safety in Chicago’s neighborhoods. “We are puttin

The Mormon Church Issues Position Statement on Immigration

Published on 2011-06-13 18:29:32

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints today issued the following official statement on immigration: Around the world, debate on the immigration question has become intense. That is especially so in the United States. Most Americans a

Murders in the LGBT Community in Puerto Rico Continue as Officials Do Nothing

Published on 2011-06-13 17:18:17

In just a year and a half, the LGBTQ community of Puerto Rico has been rocked by the deaths of 18 of its members, with three murdered in the last week alone. Pedro Julio Serrano, communications manger for the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force said

What’s Wrong With Selena?

Published on 2011-06-13 16:53:03

What is wrong with Selena Gomez? Some sources say food poisoning, some blood pressure issues. But is still not clear what sent the singer to the ER over the weekend. Selena Gómez spent last weekend in a Los Angeles area hospital. Boyfriend J

Colombia Commended for New Legislation Compensating Victims of Human Rights Abuses

Published on 2011-06-13 01:05:08

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has commended Colombia for enacting a law that seeks to compensate victims of human rights violations, injustice and deprivation in the South American country, saying the legislation is a fundamental step towards resolvi

Death Toll from Floods in Haiti Continue to Rise

Published on 2011-06-13 00:37:34

Floods caused by heavy rainfall and mudslides in Haiti claimed the lives of 23 people and damaged 470 homes earlier this week, the United Nations humanitarian office reported today, citing information provided by the country’s authorities. Eight p

Chicago Talks Immigration Reform

Published on 2011-06-12 21:20:52

In the evening of June 2, The Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR) hosted more than 300 people at its 25th anniversary celebration. ICIRR is a state-wide coalition of 138 organizations dedicated to promoting the rights of

Bringing Awareness to Deportation of American Veterans

Published on 2011-06-12 18:40:21

Veterans of the United States Armed Forces who served under honorable discharge are facing court proceedings for deportations. Hundreds of Veterans are facing deportation and Somos Republicans would like to start by bringing awareness to the si

AZ Border Patrol in 6 Days See 27,600lb Drugs & 2,612 Illegal Aliens Attempt to Enter U.S.

Published on 2011-06-12 14:35:33

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection Arizona Joint Field Command is reporting the seizure of approximately 27,579 pounds of narcotics with an estimated value of more than $19.1 million and the apprehension of 2,612 illegal aliens at the Arizona bor

Central American Security Conference Garners 10 Presidents and Secretary Clinton in Attendance

Published on 2011-06-12 12:14:59

President Leonel Fernandez of the Dominican Republic will join US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and 10 Presidents, 40 delegations and international institutions at the International Conference for Support to the Central American Security Strateg

Join us This and Every Sunday At HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-06-12 11:00:58

Introducing: From Bolivia: Artist:Atajo Song: Tiempo Band Members: Elmer Cuba: Percussion & Back Vocals Marco Flores: Keyboards & Back Vocals Germán Romero: Guitar Gonzalo Molina: Bass & Back Vocals Panchi Maldonado: Vocals & G

Southern Poverty Law Center & ACLU Join Forces, File Lawsuit Against Recent Alabama Immigration Law

Published on 2011-06-12 09:38:50

Leaders from key civil rights organizations gathered on a national telephonic press conference this afternoon to denounce Alabama’s extreme anti-immigrant law as a radical departure from American values and to announce a court challenge. The legisl

Minority Owned Businesses Benefit from the Affordable Care Act

Published on 2011-06-12 08:49:45

The Center for American Progress, in partnership with Progress 2050, released a memo and a series of fact sheets explaining how the implementation of the Affordable Care Act helps small businesses owned by ethnic and racial minorities provide health

New Initiative to Protect Water Sources Supplying Water to 50 Million People in Latin America

Published on 2011-06-12 05:12:52

Global business, financial, development and conservation leaders announced a new partnership that will protect threatened water resources across Latin America and the Caribbean or 50 million people. During a kick-off ceremony hosted by Mexico’s Am

Poll: Immigration Remains Top Issue for Latino Voters

Published on 2011-06-12 01:36:29

impreMedia, the leading Hispanic news and information company, announced today the results of a current tracking poll that reinforced that immigration and related issues continue to be a top concern for Latinos. The current results are part three of

The Consulate General of Mexico Reception To Introduce New Consul General

Published on 2011-06-11 22:50:53

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The League of United Latin American Citizens Files Redistricting Suit in TX

Published on 2011-06-11 20:43:01

The League of United Latin American Citizens, the oldest and largest Latino membership organization in the United States, filed suit today against the State of Texas challenging the manner in which redistricting for the United States House of Represe

Top Three Myths About Immigration (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-11 19:04:59

Prof. Ben Powell explores the top three myths about immigration. After analyzing the data, he finds that immigrants in fact do not have negative effects on the economy, jobs, or wages. Prof. Ben Powell explains why immigrants are good for America.

NHCLC President Rev. Rodriguez Says AL Law Is Anti-Christian, Anti-Conservative and Anti-American

Published on 2011-06-11 18:09:45

The Alabama Immigration policy, known as H.B. 56, signed into law by Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley Thursday, is already being hailed as the most controversial immigration law and the most restrictive law against illegal immigration in the country. Advo

National Poll Reveals Immigration Remains Top Issue For Latino Voters

Published on 2011-06-11 17:07:52

impreMedia, the leading Hispanic news and information company, announced today the results of a current tracking poll that reinforced that immigration and related issues continue to be a top concern for Latinos. The current results are part three of

1500 Strong, Mexican Poets Caravan Arrives in Juarez, Calling for Justice

Published on 2011-06-11 15:14:50

Javier Sicilia, A Mexican Poet who lost a innocent son to drug violence has turned his grief into a crusade for peace. He started a caravan outside Mexico City last Saturday, and has gained about 1,500 followers, including others who had lost innocen

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Hosts 5th Annual Sabor Latino Gala in Chicago

Published on 2011-06-11 14:02:34

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® will host its fifth Sabor Latino (Latin Flavor) Gala in Chicago on Friday, June 17, 2011, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., at the National Museum of Mexican Art, 1852 W. 19th Street, Chicago. The gala will

Latino Leaders Urge Baseball Commissioner Selig to Focus Attention on Baseball, Not Dodgers Owner

Published on 2011-06-11 12:52:22

A growing number of Latino organizations are speaking out in support of embattled Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt, arguing that McCourt and the Dodgers have done more for the Latino community and communities of color than the last Dodger owne

Education Not Deportation: A Guide for Undocumented Youth in Removal Proceedings

Published on 2011-06-11 12:05:49

DREAMActivist.org has created a really useful guide titled, “Education Not Deportation: A guide for undocumented youth in removal proceedings.” This guide is meant to serve both youth facing deportation and their attorneys. Read Guide He

Fox’s Carlson Falsely Claims 35% Of CA Students Paying In-State Tuition “Were Illegals” (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-11 01:24:27

On The O’Reilly Factor, Gretchen Carlson falsely claimed that “about 35 percent of the in-state tuition people or students” at University of California schools “were illegals.” In fact, students receiving the discount ac

Big Brothers, Big Sisters Launch College Mentoring Program for Hispanic Youth

Published on 2011-06-10 22:21:37

Big Brothers Big Sisters has received a three-year $1,791,193 grant from The Goizueta Foundation to introduce Camino al Exito, an innovative mentoring program for Hispanic children. The program is designed to match students with mentors with th

Narco Blog: Young Women Executed in Acapulco

Published on 2011-06-10 20:28:29

Authorities confirmed that during the afternoon of Wednesday, a young woman was executed in the streets of the colony Bella Vista, Acapulco Guerrero. Reports indicate that the female was sitting on the sidewalk when unknown persons came and said not

Spanish Cultural Icon Jorge Semprun Dies at Age 87

Published on 2011-06-10 18:19:26

A cultural icon of Spanish has died, Jorge Semprun, at age 87 in his home in Paris. He was a multi-facted, multi-talented man: anti-facist resistance fighter, writer, screenplayer writer and activist. He is the author of the critically ac

Presidential Candidate Herman Cain’s Ideas For Securing the Border: Moats and the Great Wall (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-10 17:11:54

While speaking to an audience in Iowa, presidential candidate Herman Cain spoke of some interesting methods for preventing illegal immigration. The Republican candidate told his supporters: I just got back from China. Ever heard of the Great Wall

Hispanic Women Show Same Success Rate with IVF as White Women

Published on 2011-06-10 16:55:48

A new study reports that Hispanic women are just as likely to get pregnant using in vitro fertilization (IVF) as non-Hispanic whites. “We were encouraged that their outcomes were similar,” said study researcher Dr. Robert Brzyski, a pro

POLL:  75% of Americans Support Showing Photo ID at Election Polls

Published on 2011-06-10 15:37:16

Support remains high for requiring voters to show photo identification before being allowed to cast their ballots. An increasing number of states across the country are putting that requirement into law. A new Rasmussen Reports national telephone su

Reports Suggest Money Spent by U.S. on Latin American Drug War Not Justified

Published on 2011-06-10 15:19:48

Recently released reports from government agencies say that President Obama’s administration has shown no evidence that the money spent on Latin America’s war on drugs has slowed the flow of drugs to the U.S. In one of the reports, Claire McCask

i’m Debbie, i love cats and i just want a soulmate!  Hysterical eHarmony Video

Published on 2011-06-10 15:02:37

OK, it may not be Latino related in any way…BUT it has us rolling on the floor here! Who cares if its real? Im Debbie, i love cats and i just want a soulmate! Published in Notitas de Noticias

Pitbull and Marc Anthony - Rain Over Me - Coming June 21 (Hear it Now)

Published on 2011-06-10 14:08:57

Pitbull and Marc Anthony have teamed up for a new single, Rain Over Me, from Mr. Worldwide’s new alum, Planet Pit, coming out on June 21. These two sound good together! With Pitbull also helping out on J. Lo’s single On The Floor, it see

LA City Council Votes 11-1 to Ignore Homeland Securities Program- Secure Communities

Published on 2011-06-10 02:25:33

The Los Angeles City Council voted overwhelmingly in support of legislation that would allow them to opt out of Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Secure Communities Program. The program has come under criticism for leading to the deportation

Federal Agencies Announce National Initiative to Combat Immigration Services Scams

Published on 2011-06-10 01:13:59

The U.S. government unveiled today a multi-agency, nationwide initiative to combat immigration services scams . The Departments of Justice and Homeland Security (DHS), and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are leading this historic effort. This ini

Chicken Enchilada Slow Cooker Soup

Published on 2011-06-09 23:05:08

A tasty, quick, hot meal! We like to top the bowls of soup with crushed corn tortilla chips, shredded cheese or chopped green onions—sometimes all three. Ingredients 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole k

Narco Blog: Rival Drug Cartels Leave 21 Bodies Around Michoacán

Published on 2011-06-09 20:51:26

The violence does not stop in Mexico. In Michoacán, a state that has suffered significantly during this drug war, they especially struggle with violence between the members of La Familia Michoacana and Knights Templar. During last night, 21 bodies

DUI Strike Force Patrol in the Ogden 10th District

Published on 2011-06-09 20:10:05

The Chicago Police Department will conduct a DUI Strike Force Patrol in the Ogden 10th District. The DUI Strike Force Patrol will commence at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, June 10, 2011 and end at 4:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 11, 2011. The purpose of this pro

Latino Gang Tried to Rid Entire California City of Its African-American Residents

Published on 2011-06-09 17:12:50

Unsealed Tuesday, a federal racketeering indictment reveals that a Latino gang was working towards ridding a town in southern California of it’s black residents. Wanting to prove themselves to the Mexican Mafia prison gang, the affiliated Varrio A

Interview With Marc Anthony Goes Awry When Sex Tape Questions Arise (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-09 16:26:39

The visibly annoyed Puerto Rican artist cut the interview short after Burma Rivers asked about the Jlo’s old sex tape with first hubby, Ojani Noa. Watch Marc Anthony go from kind singer boasting his new friendship with President Obama, to annoyed

“The Guardian” Says Best Goal of The European Soccer Season, Scored By Colombian (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-09 16:06:19

Not Messi, Not Pedro. Porto’s Fredy Guarín scored the best goal of the season from about one hundred feet away, against Marítimo. “One more triumph I want to share with all of you, thank you so much for your support, which has been pivotal”

Highly Skilled Immigrant Workers Now Outnumber Lower Skilled Immigrants

Published on 2011-06-09 15:13:16

According to a new study, a change 30-years in the making has resulted in more highly skilled immigrants living in the U.S. than lower-skilled immigrants. Using census data, the Brookings Institution, a nonprofit public policy organization out of Wa

Number of Minority-Owned Businesses Soar from 2002-2007 Contributing $860.5 Billion to Economy

Published on 2011-06-09 15:12:34

In 2007, minority-owned firms numbered 5.8 million, up from 4.0 million in 2002, an increase of 45.5 percent, more than double the 17.9 percent increase for all U.S. businesses, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2007 Survey of Business Owne

Pending Alabama Immigration Law Violates Federal Law

Published on 2011-06-09 02:09:54

The Alabama legislature passed a bill last week that requires schools to collect citizenship information on students. The bill calls for public schools to confirm citizenship with a birth certificate or similar document. The Justice Departmen

Latin America Looks to Develop a Sustainable Biojet Fuel Industry From Organic Feedstock

Published on 2011-06-09 00:22:00

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) announced today the approval of a regional cooperation to help public and private institutions develop a sustainable biojet fuels industry employing different kinds of local organic feedstock. This initiativ

Tania Rincón te enseña como funciona la obra de teatro “Improlucha”(VIDEO) Lucha Libre

Published on 2011-06-08 22:46:22

Tania Rincón te enseña como funciona la obra de teatro “Improlucha”(VIDEO) Video: Lucha libre improvisada Published in Lucha Libre

National Latino Media Council Presents the 2011 Television Writers Program

Published on 2011-06-08 22:27:16

The NLMC Television Writers Program submission period is now open for those writers who can write at least one half-hour comedy or one-hour dramatic television script in English within a five-week period of time. The program will take place

Narco News: Gulf Cartel Hangs 2 Zetas and kills 12-Year-old Child in Broad Daylight -PHOTO WARNING

Published on 2011-06-08 21:00:49

During the day in Nuevo Leon two men were hung from a bridge with hundreds of people watching and a child was shot dead. Shortly after 10:00 am, armed men came to the Bridge at Revolution and Chapultepec Avenue, located in Monterrey while it was extr

Narco News: Gulf Cartel Hangs 2 Zetas and kills 12-Year-old Child in Broad Daylight (PHOTO WARNING)

Published on 2011-06-08 20:58:54

During the day in Nuevo Leon two men were hung from a bridge with hundreds of people watching and a child was shot dead. Shortly after 10:00 am, armed men came to the Bridge at Revolution and Chapultepec Avenue, located in Monterrey while it was extr

UN Secretary Set to Visit Latin America This Week

Published on 2011-06-08 18:35:33

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon will depart New York on Friday for a week-long trip that will take the United Nations chief to Colombia, Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil, the world body announced today. Mr. Ban will meet with the leaders of each of the f

Former Tijuana Mayor Arrested, His Political Party Is Outraged

Published on 2011-06-08 17:05:20

Saturday, former Tijuana mayor, Jorge Hank Rhon was arrested after a tip led soldiers to his property, where they found 88 weapons. The arrest has sparked an outcry from members of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI), that claim their politic

Latest CRAZE for Colombian Teens in México - the ‘Cholombian’ Hair Do

Published on 2011-06-08 16:32:24

WATCH some of the most famous Colombians sport the latest hair fashion statement for Colombians in Mexico aka ‘Cholombian’. Published in Notitas de Noticias

Mel Gibson Heads to Guatemala With a Charity to Help Children

Published on 2011-06-08 16:06:57

Hollywood actor Mel Gibson has arrived in Guatemala with a children’s charity to continue the work he started as part of his community service. The Braveheart star struck a plea deal last year after he allegedly struck his ex-girlfriend Oksana Gri

Law Enforcement Entities Intercept 7 Illegal Aliens

Published on 2011-06-08 01:32:57

Last night, law enforcement entities of the Caribbean Border Interagency Group intercepted seven undocumented aliens. Late Thursday evening, a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter detected a vessel traveling eastward without its required navigational lights

Hispanic Women Considered High-Risk Group for Pregnancy Related Diabetes

Published on 2011-06-08 00:26:42

New research finds that gestational diabetes, or pregnancy-related diabetes, may not raise the risk of heart disease independent of other cardiovascular risk factors except in certain high-risk populations, such as Hispanics. The results are being p

Cuban Hamburger recipe - Receta de Frita Cubana

Published on 2011-06-07 23:01:08

Ingredients 1 lb. lean ground beef 1 egg 1/2 tsp. paprika 1/4 cup milk 1 tsp 1000 Island dressing [mayo and ketchup] 1 tsp ketchup 1/2 cup bread crumbs 1/4 tsp black pepper 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp ground onion Soak bread crumbs in milk and mix all ingre

Gov. Quinn Names Gery Chico Head of Illinois State Board of Education

Published on 2011-06-07 20:20:40

Today, Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn appointed Gery Chico to the head of the Illinois State Board of Education. The former mayoral candidate, and former chairman of Chicago’s public school system was called a “leader of distinction” by

Ricky Martin Foundation to Open Additional Child Development Centers in Latin America

Published on 2011-06-07 17:17:16

Puerto Rican pop star Ricky Martin has announced that construction will soon begin on more institutions like his foundation’s Child Development and Prevention Center of Puerto Rico in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and throughout Latin America. T

HS-News Brings You: FIFA President Joseph Blatter’s ‘Wisdom Council’

Published on 2011-06-07 16:07:35

Blatter’s Council will investigate and offer solutions to the corruption problems in FIFA. Members are soccer star Johan Cryuff, tenor…Plácido Domingo and ….Henry Kissinger? As FIFA recovers from a bribery scandal, its worst and most s

U.S. Supreme Court Refuses to Review Ruling on In-state Tuition Rates for Undocumented Students

Published on 2011-06-07 15:29:32

Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court refused to review the ruling on a California law that would have allowed undocumented immigrant students to attend state universities and pay in-state tuition rates. In-state tuition is about one-third less than out-of-

ACLU in Illinois Wants Justice Dept. to Investigate Racial Profiling of Hispanics by State Police

Published on 2011-06-07 15:24:53

Following years of inaction by state governmental officials, the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois today filed an administrative complaint and asked the U.S. Department of Justice to launch an investigation into the substantial racial dispar

Johnny Depp’s Jack Sparrow Boots Made in El Paso’s CABoots

Published on 2011-06-07 14:13:24

CABoots in El Paso, Texas has had some odd occurrences in the store. The makers of Johnny Depp’s “Jack Sparrow” boots, have had a number of people come in to have a look at them, and on occasion smell them. Co-owner Priscilla ViescasSanchez to

Bishop Asks Border Patrol Not to Check Immigration Status of Evacuees Escaping Hurricanes

Published on 2011-06-07 13:13:39

Now that hurricane season has begun, emergency evacuation plans to help people in the Rio Grande Valley escape any destruction that might be caused by the inclement weather are in place, and a local bishop is asking that Border Patrol tell residents

Too Much Work, Food, Media May Be Hurting Health

Published on 2011-06-07 03:03:38

Many would do better, physically and mentally, with less, expert says. America may be seen as a land of plenty, but some experts are beginning to believe that plenty may have become too much. Cheap and convenient food, busy work and social lives a

Massachusetts Will Not Join Secure Communities Program

Published on 2011-06-07 01:25:33

Mass. Governor Deval Patrick has notified the Department of Homeland Security that there will be no agreement between Massachusetts and the Government’s Secure Community Program. Citing statistics from the Federal Immigration and Customs Enforceme

Lucha Future Festival..Lucha Libre in England (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-06 23:37:48

The Lucha Future event takes place on 28th June 2011 at The Sage Gateshead. Presented by ¡Como No! and as part of the ¡VAMOS! Festival 2011 (vamosfestival.com) Mexican wrestling spectacular Lucha Future is a marvel of live performance and comes

Global Competence

Published on 2011-06-06 22:08:40

In this day and age with all the technology at our fingertips the world appears to be getting smaller and smaller. Technology makes communication to the far reaches of the world spontaneous. Years ago when I traveled through Europe I called home ever

NARCO BLOG: Mexican Army Locates Cartels “Monster” Armored Vehicle Factory

Published on 2011-06-06 21:18:00

Yesterday the Mexican Army located a factory where “Monster” Armored vehicles were being made for the drug cartel. Vehicles were specifically being made for the Zeta Cartel. The discovery was made on Highway Reynosa-Nuevo Laredo, in the

Chicago Police Release Preliminary Crime Statistics for May

Published on 2011-06-06 20:03:26

Consistent Reductions Maintained in Violent Crime, Property Crime and Overall Crime Today, Chicago Police released preliminary monthly crime statistics for the month of May. This month’s results mark the 29th consecutive month of crime drops o

Florida Senator Rubio to Get 2nd Job While Senate Not in Session – Will Teach College

Published on 2011-06-06 18:34:17

The Cuban-American Republican Senator Marco Rubio may soon be known as the hardest-working man around. The junior Senator from Florida has agreed to co-teach a college political science class twice a week while the Senate is not in session. H

Angry New Mexico Man Puts Up Billboard Saying Ex Had an Abortion

Published on 2011-06-06 17:25:24

An angry New Mexico man, jilted by his lover, lashed out and paid to have a billboard ad put up in which he states that his ex-girlfriend had an abortion against his wishes. The billboard, in Alamogordo, New Mexico has sparked a legal battle over pr

Tests on Cilantro Revealed Over 30 Unapproved Pesticides

Published on 2011-06-06 15:35:04

In federal tests of cilantro, the U.S. Department of Agriculture found 34 unapproved pesticides on the herb, results that surprised even them. Cilantro is a popular ingredient in salsa and guacamole – among other dishes – and becomes even more w

Marc Anthony to Produce Signature Music of “Hawthorne”

Published on 2011-06-06 15:25:14

The Grammy-winning star has been named Executive Music Producer of the TNT medical drama starring Jada Pinkett Smith. The hour-long drama revolves around Christina Hawthorne, a chief nursing officer dealing with the tribulations attached to managing

Peru Election Update: Ollanta Humala Continues to Lead and Is Apparent Winner

Published on 2011-06-06 01:19:44

In a Presidential election race that has been too close to call for most of the day, it now appears that leftwing candidate Ollanta Humala has won. Millions of Peruvians turned out to vote for their President and by a slim margin chose this former c

Massive Caravan of Peace Kicks off in Mexico Against Government Ineptness in the Drug Wars (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-06 00:26:58

Civil disobedience is not out of order and a ‘legitimate’ response to the unprecedented drug-related violence in Mexico says Mexican poet Javier Sicilia. Sicilia also happens to be the father of slain student Juan Francisco that was a rando

EXTREME TRAFFICKING:  $131 Million Worth of Cocaine Seized in Paraguay – Largest Seizure Ever

Published on 2011-06-05 23:21:58

This one is for the record books of Paraguay – a $131 million worth of cocaine seized at a river port this week. Employees became suspicious about the rice bags that were due to be shipped to Mozambique from the private Phoenix river port – loca

Hayden Panettiere and QB Mark Sanchez – Hanging Out but Not Dating So They Say

Published on 2011-06-05 19:27:36

Several tabloids have spotted the very perky Hayden Panettiere and the very hot Latin Jets QB Mark Sanchez hanging out in Laguna Beach. Of course as things go some have them dating, others have pronounced them a couple and Hayden says “I swea

Tragedy in Costa Rica:  American Teen Fatally Shot by Hotel Security Guard

Published on 2011-06-05 17:54:59

A tragic accident has occurred this week in Costa Rica where a 16-year old Kansas teenager was fatally shot by the hotel security guard where his school group was staying. Justin Johnston was shot in the chest after being mistaken for a prowler on t

Rafael Nadal Makes Spain Proud Once Again – Winning 6th French Open Title

Published on 2011-06-05 15:26:28

The 25-year old tennis superstar has just added another accomplishment to his tennis resume – winning his sixth French Open title today. After a nearly three hour match the Spaniard met 29-year old Roger Federer at Roland Garros stadium for the me

Why Latinos Love Nueva York: Male Pole Dancer with High Heels on Subway (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-05 14:06:26

There are many reasons why Latinos love Nueva York but they have just added another reason to that list. Male dancer in high heels pole dancing on the L train - where else but in New York. Enjoy the view and thank God its not the usual ro

Billionaire Carlos Slim Offers Pacquiao $65 Million to Fight in Mexico with ????

Published on 2011-06-05 12:31:08

The World’s Richest Man, Mexican Carlos Slim Helu, apparently doesn’t want to limit his power to mining and telecommunications, he apparently now wants to get into the fight business. Filipino fighting superstar Manny Pacquiao’s confidante, ll

Join us This and Every Sunday At HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-06-05 11:37:09

Introducing: From Paraguay: Artist: Kchiporros Song: No Está Bien Band Members: Roberto Ruiz Díaz (Vocals) Julio Troche (Vocals and Guiro) Mario Halley (Guitar) Fernando Peyrat (Drums) Ro

Senator Dick Durbin’s Message to DREAMers and DREAM Act Supporters

Published on 2011-06-05 10:23:38

Help send the word out to other DREAM Act supporters to sign up to support the new DREAM Act bill in the Senate. Here are some words from the co-author of the new DREAM Act Democratic Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois: Over the past two w

Management at Popular Seafood Restaurant Chain in Houston Indicted for Hiring 33 Illegal Aliens

Published on 2011-06-05 01:20:47

Two current managers and three former managers or supervisors of Mambo Seafood were indicted on Wednesday on various charges related to harboring illegal aliens. These indictments were announced by U.S. Attorney Jose Angel Moreno, and acting Special

Rep. Gutierrez Confirmed for Netroots Nation Panel on Power Of the Latino Vote

Published on 2011-06-04 23:05:24

This year’s Netroots Nation Conference is scheduled in Minneapolis this month. Representative Luis Gutierrez (D-IL) will join Markos Moulitsas, founder of Daily Kos; Eliseo Medina, Secretary-Treasurer of the Service Employees International Union (

Reported Argentinean ‘Death Flight’ Plane Found in Florida (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-04 20:23:04

As part of an investigation into crimes committed at the infamous ESMA Naval Mechanics School during the 1976-1983 “Dirty War,” during which as many as 30,000 people were kidnapped and killed, this airplane is believed to have been one of

mun2 Premiers Hot New Reality Series “Beauties & The Boss,” Sunday June 19

Published on 2011-06-04 18:42:47

Telemundo’s mun2, the Hispanic lifestyle cable network for today’s young Latino Americans (YLAs) aged 18-34, is turning up the heat Sunday nights with a brand new reality series “Beauties & the Boss.” The one-hour,

Narco Blog: The Mexican Army Delivers Major Blow to Zetas

Published on 2011-06-04 17:42:56

The Mexican Army delivered a major blow to the Zeta’s yesterday. The Police carried out an operation in which they seized more than a million dollars cash, this in the town of Sabinas, Nuevo León. In the safe house bust they found several bags wi

Redistricting and the Latino Boom in Nebraska

Published on 2011-06-04 17:07:09

At the beginning of the year there was much speculation as to how the rapid growth of the U.S. Latino population in the last decade would influence the redistricting process across the country. Growth rates in new destination states such as Neb

Fifa Investigating Match between Nigeria and Argentina Due to Suspicious Betting Patterns

Published on 2011-06-04 16:01:35

Officials saw irregular betting patterns as well as a highly controversial call just before the final whistle blew in Wednesday’s game. Concerns have been raised by betting patterns, which took place during the game, particularly before Argentina

Palin Buys “Place to Thaw Out” in Scottsdale Arizona

Published on 2011-06-04 15:04:54

Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin has purchased a new 1.7 million dollar home in Scottsdale, Az. Her recent purchase of the 8,000-sq.-ft., six-bedroom house has prompted much speculation. One theory is that Palin might establish residency in Arizona

High School Crowns Hispanic Transgender Student Prom Queen (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-04 14:06:34

Andii Viveros was announced as queen of the McFatter Technical High School prom on Friday. “I don’t even remember what happened at that moment,” the 17-year old high school senior said. “I knew people were voting for me, peop

Fox Ignores The Fact That A Majority Detained By ICE Program Are Nonviolent Immigrants (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-04 13:08:53

During Fox News’ coverage of Secure Communities, a deportation program begun under the Bush administration, Fox pushed the idea that opting out of the program would create “sanctuary states” for dangerous undocumented immigrants. In

2011 State Dept. Critical Language Scholarship Participants Depart For Summer Institute

Published on 2011-06-03 22:05:06

Students selected to participate in the highly-competitive U.S. Department of State Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program will arrive in Washington, DC during June to attend country-specific orientations prior to departing overseas to study in

(Brighton Park) Man Allegedly Steals T.V. and Gets Killed For It

Published on 2011-06-03 20:13:47

Police say Raul Medina got into an argument with another man over the alleged theft of a television set, an argument that led to Medina’s death. Police are spoke with two “persons of interest” Thursday afternoon, after a witness sa

EXTREME TRAFFICKING:  In 7 Days, 16 Tons of Pot Valued at $23 Million Seized

Published on 2011-06-03 19:53:35

Over the past seven days, U.S. Border Patrol agents confiscated more than 16 tons of narcotics, with an estimated value of more than $26 million, in multiple seizures throughout the Rio Grande Valley Sector. Two of the largest seizures occurred Mond

Texas State Senator Files Anti-Sanctuary Cities Bill - Says it NOT an Immigration-related Issue

Published on 2011-06-03 17:19:14

Texas State Senator Tommy Williams has filed a massive bill in the current special session that a press release from the Republican state senator called “a comprehensive bill penalizing local governmental entities which engage in sanctuary city pra

Cervical Center - A Preventable Tragedy for Latinas

Published on 2011-06-03 17:15:25

A staggering number of Latinas in Los Angeles County are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year and die from this preventable cancer at rates higher than the national average. In East and South Los Angeles, where many Latinas reside, the death ra

Spanish Phenom Ricky Rubio Will Be Coming to the NBA

Published on 2011-06-03 15:29:07

Spanish point guard, Ricky Rubio, who was most recently playing basketball as part of Spain’s FC Barcelona has now become the first player born in the 1990’s to join the NBA. (Rubio was born October 21, 1990.) On May 31, Rubio signed with the Mi

No More Food Pyramid! Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Says, “Make MyPlate Your Plate”

Published on 2011-06-03 15:12:48

For Americans to lead happy, productive, lives it helps to stay healthy, active and fit. It’s really pretty simple. Choose a healthier plate, and balance it with exercise. In the end, it comes down to the choices we make. That is why I was excited

Groups Call the Approval of ‘Monster Dam’ in Brazil a “Tragic Day for the Amazon”

Published on 2011-06-03 14:26:03

Amnesty International and a number of other groups hoping to protect both the rainforest and indigenous people of Brazil, have urged the Brazilian government to suspend – or in some cases stop – the building of the Belo Monte dam, as they say it

Chilean Authorities to Investigate the Death of Pablo Neruda

Published on 2011-06-03 14:24:55

Following a complaint filed Tuesday by the Chilean Communist Party, Judge Mario Carrizosa has ordered an investigation. According to the official version, Pablo Neruda, considered the greatest Latin American poet, died of cancer on September 23 1973

Is Racism Still an Issue in Cuba?

Published on 2011-06-03 13:36:57

Thursday, a Cuban official announced that a media campaign will soon be launched to highlight programs that address, and hope to eliminate, the island’s still-present racism. Heriberto Feraudy, head of the Cuban Commission against Racism, said the

Cuomo Withdraws from ICE’s Secure Communities Program

Published on 2011-06-03 02:05:27

New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo suspended New York’s participation in the Federal Immigration Program-Secure Communities. “There are concerns about the implementation of the program as well as its impact on families, immigrant communities and law

Man Left Hanging in Puente de Los Lobos

Published on 2011-06-02 21:11:05

The turf war between rival drug trafficking groups has spread terror in the state of Nayarit. For some time things have been quiet but the violence appears to not have an end in sight. Yesterday at approximately 10:00 pm, the Puente de Los Lobos loc

Illinois General Assembly Clears Way for Clean Energy Investment

Published on 2011-06-02 20:17:40

Chicago Clean Energy will spur investment, jobs for Chicago’s Southeast Side; Bill passes with overwhelming, bi-partisan majority in House and Senate; awaits Governor Quinn’s signature/ Yesterday the Illinois General Assembly approved legislat

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor Received $1.2 Million in Advance

Published on 2011-06-02 17:17:09

The memoirs of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor reportedly garnered the Justice more than $1 million, according to the Associated Press. The book, which will be simultaneously released in both English and Spanish, will detail her life from

Someone Just Punched Leo Messi In The Face!

Published on 2011-06-02 16:30:57

It happened today after a lunch with two friends in his hometown of Rosario, Argentina. For at least three hours, Messi and a couple of friends enjoyed lunch at a Rosario bar called “El Club de la Milanesa.” A crowd of youngsters gathered out

LATINO BLOTTER:  Colombian Singer by day, Paid Assasin by Night

Published on 2011-06-02 16:24:52

With a successful career as a singer, and several YouTube hits, few knew Carlos Valencia led a second life as a paid killer. “You were lucky you caught me without my gun on me” said Valencia to the group of officers that arrested him in Bogotá

‘One Nation’ Sarah Palin Disses DREAM Act at the Footsteps of Ellis Island (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-06-02 15:31:21

Sarah Pallin’s ‘One Nation’ bus tour or Alaska’s version of RV travel with out a map, stopped in New York at the Statute of Liberty and Ellis Island. As she continues to proclaim this traveling fiasco is not political or presidential

How Much Are the Porn Sites Willing to Pay for J.Lo’s Sex Tape?

Published on 2011-06-02 15:29:39

Sources are reporting that Jennifer Lopez’s “sex tape” is at the center of a porn site bidding war. Both TMZ and Gossip Cop have said the singer’s intimate video, which she tried to stop her ex-husband, Ojani Noa, from selling, has the bids

Mitt Romney, Official Presidential Candidate’s Family Has Mexican Roots

Published on 2011-06-02 14:30:18

In a 2007 interview with “60 Minutes” the now-presidential candidate Mitt Romney said he couldn’t “imagine anything more awful than polygamy,” when asked about his family’s polygamist-Mormon history, a history that actuall

Mexican Government: 73 Suspects (Some Police) Charged in Connection With Mass Graves in Tamaulipas

Published on 2011-06-02 13:12:28

In recent weeks, Mexican authorities had arrested 74 suspects, which included a number of police officers suspected of protecting drug gangs. Wednesday, 73 suspects were officially charged in the killings of 183 people whose bodies were recovered fro

Coors Light Ad in the Bronx Offends Puerto Rican Community

Published on 2011-06-02 02:10:01

Coors has missed the mark on Latino marketing. A new ad campaign by Coors for the upcoming Puerto Rican Parade has ignited a controversy that has offended many Puerto Ricans living in the Yankee Stadium section of The Bronx. As reported by WPIX:

Deportation in the Time of Cholera

Published on 2011-06-02 01:42:12

Days after the tragedy of the January 12, 2010, earthquake, Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano swiftly exercised her discretion to designate Haiti for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). This enabled tens of thousands of Haitians already i

Health Care Quality Gaps and Disparities Persist in Every State for Minorities

Published on 2011-06-02 00:20:09

States are seeing improvements in health care quality, but disparities for their minority and low-income residents persist, according to the 2010 State Snapshots, released today by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. New Hampshire

Corn Bread Recipe

Published on 2011-06-01 23:22:08

Get Ready! Your about to make the best corn bread you’ve ever had! Corn Bread Ingredients This recipe calls for: 1 Cup Corn Meal 1/2 Cup Flour 1/2 teaspoon Soda 1 teaspoon Salt 1 teaspoon Baking Powder 1 Egg 1 Cup Buttermilk 4 Tablespoons Co

UNESCO and Spanish Futbol “Malaga Club’ Join Forces to Improve Education

Published on 2011-06-01 22:10:21

The top-level Spanish football team Málaga will sport the logo of the United Nations cultural organization as part of an “Imagining Peace” campaign that will also include Internet and social media messages aimed largely at youth, under an agreem

Narco Blog: Police chief executed in Chihuahua

Published on 2011-06-01 20:48:55

Yesterday morning, Alonso Hernández Valenzuela, Police Chief of the Municipal Public Management, in Chihuahua, was chased in his car by an armed commando. The gunmen opened fire on several occasions against the fleeing Police Chief. Alfonso lost co

California 5th Grader Wins National Immigration Essay Contest

Published on 2011-06-01 20:39:10

The American Immigration Council is pleased to announce the winner of its 14th Annual “Celebrate America” Creative Writing Contest. Maya Young Wong of Altadena, California, won for her poem entitled “My Grandfather Ben.” Maya’s entry was ch

Univ. of Notre Dame to Prepare Hispanics & Other Minorities for Corporate Directorships

Published on 2011-06-01 17:52:54

Chicago United, an advocacy organization comprised of racially diverse CEOs and executive level management who champion corporate diversity and inclusion, today announced a new partnership with the University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of

Mexico President Signs Law to Ensure Increase Safety for Migrants Heading to U.S.

Published on 2011-06-01 17:18:40

Mexico’s President, Felipe Calderon has signed an updated law to make it easier for illegal immigrants heading to the U.S. to travel through Mexico. He has lifted bans for this type of migration and has also said that it is good for the Mexican eco

Spain Indicts 20 Salvadoran Military Officials for Civil War Murders in ‘89

Published on 2011-06-01 15:30:19

Twenty Salvadoran military officials have been indicted in Spain’s National Court for their part in the murders of eight Jesuits in 1989. Arrest warrants were also issued for the 20 members of El Salvador’s Army, and began the investigation aime

IL House Passes Illinois DREAM Act On a Bipartisan Vote

Published on 2011-06-01 02:00:18

Tuesday, the Illinois DREAM Act (SB2185), legislation that would offer undocumented youth better access to higher education, passed in the Illinois House of Representatives on a bipartisan 60-54 vote. SB 2185, sponsored in the House by Rep. Edward Ac

American Academy of Pediatrics Reaches Settlement Agreement on Immigration Discrimination Charges

Published on 2011-06-01 01:41:45

The Justice Department today reached a settlement agreement with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), an organization of 60,000 pediatricians based in Elk Grove Village, Ill., resolving allegations that the organization impermissibly allowed pos

U.S. Enters Second Round of High-Level Partnership Talks with Colombia

Published on 2011-06-01 00:23:06

On May 31, the United States and Colombia will hold the second round of working group meetings as part of our continuing High-Level Partnership Dialogue. Delegations from the two countries will have discussions in five working groups covering themes

Averno joins other Lucha Libre star, Sin Cara aka Místico at WWE

Published on 2011-05-31 22:49:15

On Sunday the WWE continued a recent trend of Lucha Libre signings, as they’ve come to terms with top Luchador, Averno. Averno joins other Lucha Libre star, Sin Cara aka Místico who started with the company back in April. Averno and Sin Cara have

The Wisteria Effect

Published on 2011-05-31 22:12:50

This time of year my wisteria, which I nursed for about 5 years, is in bloom. It has a short flowering time lasting only a few weeks. But in those few weeks I find so much pleasure in those blooms that is was well worth the wait and all the effort. W

Narco Blog: Fleeing Female Student Shot Down in Nuevo Leon Street

Published on 2011-05-31 21:18:54

A strange situation was recorded during last night in the town of Montemorelos, Nuevo León. The murder provoked an intense mobilization by the Police at the site. It all started when Joselyn Perez, 18, came to a Restaurant, armed men entered the bu

COMMUNITY ALERT: Seeking Information Regarding Armed Robberies

Published on 2011-05-31 20:16:49

About The Crime: Area One Detectives are seeking information regarding the offenders of recent armed robberies targeting rehab/ construction workers and landscapers in the Chicago Lawn District (8th). These incidents have been reported this month in

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Announces Theme for This Yrs Hispanic Heritage Month

Published on 2011-05-31 19:26:28

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) today announced September 11-14 as the dates for its 2011 Hispanic Heritage Month celebration in Washington, D.C. with the theme “Keeping the Promise: Unity, Strength, Leadership.”

Tequila Party to Host Their First Political Rally in Tucson, Arizona

Published on 2011-05-31 17:34:01

The newly minted ‘Tequila Party’ movement is ready to issue a wake-up call to the Latino voting bloc. The nonpartisan movement that launched on Cinco de Mayo wants to make sure all 20 million Hispanics eligible to vote – vote. In

FIFA Officials Face Questions and Allegations of Bribery Continue

Published on 2011-05-31 17:20:58

As the world soccer organization known as FIFA, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (International Federation of Association Football) remains embroiled in controversy over the alleged corruption throughout the organization, namel

J. Lo Guilty of Copyright Infringement ?

Published on 2011-05-30 00:44:39

The American Idol finale had it all, including special performances by such legends as Tom Jones, Tony Bennett, Judas Priest and…Marc Anthony? Clearly, banging one of the judges has its perks. The best part however came halfway through his song wh

Dance Performance at Brighton Park Library

Published on 2011-05-29 21:21:47

The Brighton Park branch of the Chicago Public Library will be presenting “Linda’s Dance Performance” on Thursday, June 16, 2011, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Students from Linda’s Dance Studio will perform various jazz, hip-hop an

U.S. Diplomats Traveling to Colombia and Brazil to Discuss Mutual Security Challenges

Published on 2011-05-29 19:27:48

Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs Andrew J. Shapiro will travel to Colombia and Brazil, May 30-June 3. While in Colombia May 30-31, Assistant Secretary Shapiro will visit Tolemaida Airbase to observe Colombian training acti

Latino Coalition’s Annual Small Business Summit Deemed a Success

Published on 2011-05-29 17:18:18

The Latino Coalition (TLC) concluded the 2011 Small Business Summit in Washington D.C. The event kicked off May 23 and attracted over 750 small business owners, Fortune 500 procurement officers, government officials and a first-class list of ke

Shocking Video from Mexico Shows Teacher Calming Her Class with Song While Bullets Fly (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-29 16:37:53

A valiant teacher from the Colonia Nueva Estanzuela school in Monterrey is shown in this video calming her kingergarten youngster as bullets are heard outside. The youngsters were ordered on the floor by the unidentified teacher who also recorded th

El Museo del Barrio’s Gala Sees Moguls and Movie Stars Turn Out

Published on 2011-05-29 15:06:49

El Museo del Barrio is one of the leading Hispanic cultural institutions presenting and preserving the art and culture of Puerto Ricans and all Latin Americans in the U.S. This year’s gala which is becoming a must-go-to event, honored the wor

12 Million Latinos Workers Have No Paid Sick Day Benefits

Published on 2011-05-29 14:29:18

A new analysis released today by the National Partnership for Women & Families, Latino Workers and Their Families Need Paid Sick Days (Spanish), shows that Latino workers and their families suffer when they lack basic workplace protections like p

Hilarious Video on Stereotypes in 50 States All in 2 Minutes (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-29 13:19:38

We know you are probably busy with family and friends on this Memorial Day weekend but no one is ever too busy to enjoy a quick and good laugh. Check out this video on stereotypes of our 50 states all in two minutes time. You will especia

Join us This and Every Sunday At HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-05-29 11:46:24

Introducing: From Honduras: Artist: Ytterbium Song: Velcro Band Members: * Marco Cruz (Vocals, Guitar) * Tulio Cruz (Bass Guitar) * Javier Sabillón (Drums) Published in Notitas de Noticias

Nashville One of Nations Top Markets For Hispanic-Owned Businesses

Published on 2011-05-29 11:28:04

Nashville’s Hispanic immigrant population has soared over the last eight years and with that came many entrepreneurs making Nashville one of the nation’s top markets for Hispanic-owned businesses. Currently Nashville ranks fourth as a top U.

California’s DREAM Act Allowing Undocumented Students Access to State Grants Advances

Published on 2011-05-29 01:05:55

California’s State Assembly is getting ready to vote this week on AB 131 or this state’s version of a DREAM Act after an Assembly committee approved the bill on Friday. Bill AB 131 would allow undocumented students in California to apply for sta

Voter ID Update: WI and TN disenfranchise voters, TX and MO close at their heels

Published on 2011-05-28 21:05:42

Though the perception is that photo ID battles are slackening a bit, this week’s news proves that overall voter suppression efforts are not. The Good News Minnesota: Governor Mark Dayton (D) vetoed Minnesota’s photo ID bill yesterday. On the do

MTV Latin America to Produce New Paparazzi Inspired Telenovela POPLAND

Published on 2011-05-28 18:56:28

MTV Latin America, a unit of Viacom Inc. , announced the start of production of POPLAND, the network’s second undertaking in the telenovela format, and the first 100% MTV Latin America produced scripted series starring Latin American and US talent.

NY Sen. Ruben Diaz Revives “Gay Versus Black” Debate

Published on 2011-05-28 18:43:00

Not this again… In response to New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg’s recent speech in support of marriage equality, New York State Senator Ruben Diaz issued a statement Thursday condemning the mayor for attempting to “trivialize” the suffe

Hispanic Woman Gives Birth to Baby Carried Outside Uterus (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-28 17:00:41

Against all odds (and advice), Nickie Soto in Arizona gave birth to a healthy baby boy this week that grew outside the uterus. The baby attached to the wall outside the uterus where Doctors have never seen a successful pregnancy. Twenty-five doctors

MTV Latin America to Produce New Paparazzi Inspired Telenovela ’ POPLAND’

Published on 2011-05-28 16:08:56

MTV Latin America, a unit of Viacom Inc. , announced the start of production of POPLAND, the network’s second undertaking in the telenovela format, and the first 100% MTV Latin America produced scripted series starring Latin American and US talent.

“Marco Rubio is not the solution to the Hispanic Problem” Hispanic GOP

Published on 2011-05-28 15:19:45

This weeks Somos Republicans Statement: In a recent story, POLITICO quoted Senator Marco Rubio taking a hard line stance on immigration. As the largest national Latin Republican group in the United States, we believe we have to address Rubio’s rec

Latino Division Over Illinois Legislative Maps

Published on 2011-05-28 13:56:01

Late yesterday afternoon, the Mexican American Legal Defense Fund issued a press release… After analyzing HB3760, the legislative redistricting map passed earlier today by the Illinois House, the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educationa

High Heel Race For Charity in Lima Peru (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-28 12:54:19

More than 100 women took place in the race wearing high heels of at least 2 inches high. Proceeds support the victims of domestic violence in Peru. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Published i

Univision to Produce Phone Bank to Help LA Homeowners Avoid Scams

Published on 2011-05-28 12:10:34

On June 1st, KMEX CH 34 in Los Angeles will have more than 20 housing counselors come to their studios to answer calls from homeowners concerned about keeping their homes. From 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., these volunteers will be on hand at the TV station in

Change.org Calls for Immediate Moratorium on Secure Communities Program- sign petition here

Published on 2011-05-28 01:17:38

When an L.A. woman named Isaura Garcia finally worked up the nerve to call 911—after two years of brutal beatings by her husband—her fingerprints were sent to a federal database for immigration checks. Even though Isaura only called the p

White House Details Next Step in Improving Academic Achievement of Latinos

Published on 2011-05-27 22:28:04

Yesterday more than a dozen new members of the President’s Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanics were announced at the White House and later sworn-in at an official ceremony with U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor at t

Narco Blog: Mexican Naval Forces Seize 19 Million in Cocaine and Uncover Tunnel

Published on 2011-05-27 21:15:34

The Mexican Navy near Monclova, seized more than one ton of cocaine, worth approximately $ 19 million and arrested six suspected members of the organization criminal cartel Los Zetas, authorities said. In a statement, the Secretary of the Navy repor

CENSUS:  Hispanic Population Grew 4x National Rate, Up 43%

Published on 2011-05-27 20:20:01

The U.S. Census Bureau today released a 2010 Census brief on the nation’s Hispanic population, which shows the Hispanic population increased by 15.2 million between 2000 and 2010 and accounted for more than half of the total U.S. population inc

Wine Consumption Amongst Latinos on the Rise These Last Five Years

Published on 2011-05-27 18:19:02

A recent consumer study by Experian Simmons shows that wine consumption amongst Latinos has dramatically increased over the last five years and wine makers have taken notice. Specifically the number of wine glasses consumed by Hispanics per month in

Barça Police Has Hard Time Calming Protestors Before Champions Final (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-27 17:16:56

Police mobilized against protesters today in Barcelona, attempting to clear the square out ahead of FC Barça’s Champions League final match against Manchester United tomorrow evening. Excessive force? What do you think? Let us know in our commen

Working Class Whites, Not Minorities, Most Alienated and Pessimistic Group in America

Published on 2011-05-27 17:15:17

In 2005, the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey stated that only 50 percent of white working-class adults have a college degrees . Today, that number has dropped below 48 percent. Whites without four-year degrees still remain the largest de

Telemundo To Launch FIRST EVER Emmy Campaign

Published on 2011-05-27 16:25:56

In a never seen before move, Telemundo is campaigning hard to get “La Reina del Sur” noticed for Emmy nominations. After scoring the highest ratings in their history this season, Telemundo is making an effort to put their lead novella “La Rei

Sen. Vitter Blocks Pay Raise for Secretary Salazar Until Gulf Drilling Permits Issued

Published on 2011-05-27 15:27:13

Louisiana Sen. David Vitter (R) has said that he will block the pay raise for President Obama’s Secretary of the Interior, until the Interior Department allows more access to of drilling in the Gulf of Mexico. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar’s ai

Rep. Jose Serrano-Sponsored Study Shows Hate Crime Against Latinos on the Rise

Published on 2011-05-27 15:12:52

Congressman José E. Serrano highlighted the preliminary conclusions of a study by the Justice Department, which showed that hate crimes against Latinos have been rising over the past several years. Serrano inserted language requiring the Department

Republicans Aiming to Take Away Voting Rights in 36 States

Published on 2011-05-27 01:52:48

More evidence that Republicans are determined to grab as much power as they can at the expense of everyone but the rich. Not satisfied with attacking the rights of workers, Republicans in 36 states are going after the most sacred American right-the r

26 Undocumented Aliens Found on “Yola” Vessel with Bricks of Cocaine Floating Nearby

Published on 2011-05-27 01:26:50

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air and Marine units intercepted a vessel near Arecibo on May 23rd, containing 26 undocumented aliens with six bricks of cocaine floating nearby. Near midnight, the crew of the CBP Caribbean Air & Marine Br

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Help Launch Innovative Recycling Program in Latin America

Published on 2011-05-27 00:22:39

The Fundación Avina, the Multilateral Investment Fund (MIF), a member of the IDB Group, the Water and Sanitation Division of the IDB, and The Coca-Cola Company, with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, today launched a regional pro

Narco Blog: The Great Escape- 17 Prisoners Flee Prison in Tunnel

Published on 2011-05-26 23:34:02

In a statement issued by the Attorney General of Justice of the State of Tamaulipas, it was reported that Tuesday morning in the Central Prison of Reynosa, as a shift change of guards took place, that 17 inmates had disappeared. Authorities immedia

Cuban Ropa Vieja, Shredded Beef Recipe

Published on 2011-05-26 23:03:59

This is great shredded beef served on tortillas or over rice. Add sour cream, cheese, and fresh cilantro on the side. Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 pounds beef flank steak 1 cup beef broth 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce 1 small onion, slic

President Names 15 to Hispanic Education Advisory Commission

Published on 2011-05-26 22:21:50

More than a dozen new members of the President’s Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanics were announced at the White House and will be sworn-in tonight at an official ceremony with U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor at t

Mayor Rahm Emanual Appoints a Number of Latino Aldermen for City Council Leadership Positions

Published on 2011-05-26 20:11:59

Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s first City Council meeting was held Wednesday, May 18, 2011. Mayor Emanuel announced the appointments of several Latino Aldermen chosen for leadership positions in the City Council. These Latino Aldermen will p

Univision Finishes Season As ONLY Top 5 Network to Gain Audience Share

Published on 2011-05-26 19:10:23

Powered by a strong mix of hit novelas - including the most-watched Spanish-language novela in U.S. television history and Univision Studios’ first original primetime novela - exciting reality series, award shows and other popular programming,

62 Victims of Forced Prostitution in Mexico City Rescued by Police

Published on 2011-05-26 17:13:04

In Mexico City, police freed 62 females that were victims of forced prostitution, including one girl who was only 13-years-old, say prosecutors. Monday, Mexico City’s chief prosecutor Miguel Mancera said the women told officials that they were bei

Luxury Golf Resorts to be Built in Cuba

Published on 2011-05-26 15:50:13

Apparently, no longer considered a “bourgeoisie excess,” the island will foster 4 golf building projects totaling $1.5 billion. The tourism minister of Cuba told the New York Times that the island could soon have as many as 16 golf courses, and

Rep. Guitierrez Attends Anti-Deportation Town Hall Meeting in Nevada

Published on 2011-05-26 01:57:58

Illinois Rep. Luis Guitierrez will be in Reno Nevada for a town hall meeting this Friday. People will be asking for relief from immigration deportations and gathering signatures on a petition for President Obama. The meeting is Friday from 6 p.m. t

Cesar Chavez Center Nominated for National Historic Landmark Designation

Published on 2011-05-26 00:23:21

The nine-member California Historic Resources Commission voted on May 19 to nominate the National Chavez Center, where Cesar Chavez lived and led the farm worker movement during his last 22 years at La Paz in Keene, Calif., for placement on the Natio

Cesar Chavez Home Nominated for Placement in National Historic Registry

Published on 2011-05-26 00:23:14

The nine-member California Historic Resources Commission voted on May 19 to nominate the National Chavez Center, where Cesar Chavez lived and led the farm worker movement during his last 22 years at La Paz in Keene, Calif., for placement on the Natio

Chik Tormenta- Lucha Libre Ladies (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-25 23:11:26

Chik Tormenta is considered one of the best indy luchadoras in Mexico. She was born on August 29th, 1984 in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico and was trained by luchadors Roberto Paz, Flash I, Gran Apache and El Mexicano. She made her Lucha Libre debut

Blog Narco: Knights Templar Cartel “The Righteous” Execute Rapist

Published on 2011-05-25 20:54:10

The Knights Templar appeared again in Lázaro Cárdenas, Michoacán, during the early hours of Monday. Authorities were able to find a man executed by the criminal group that calls itself “ The righteous. “ The executed man was sitting, with

Largest Corporate Social Responsibility Conference for the Americas Opens in Paraguay

Published on 2011-05-25 19:32:04

The Inter-American Conference on Corporate Social Responsibility, CSRAmericas 2011, opened in Paraguay with a reaffirmation of the importance of corporate social responsibility as a key tool for transforming Latin American society.. More than 800 en

San Antonio: Organization Files Suit to Stop the Renaming of Street to Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard

Published on 2011-05-25 17:19:40

Years after his death, revolutionary Cesar Chavez is still at the heart of controversy. This time, over a street sign In San Antonio, Texas, city council members approved the renaming of a 5.4-mile street to “Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard” after the

REINVENTING the Mexican Siesta!

Published on 2011-05-25 16:07:50

This Madrid based architecture/design conglomerate is set to revolutionize the dozing off at the office industry with Ostrich, the XXI century siesta device. OSTRICH is the name of this sleeping bag hood thingy, which according to the creator

Frosty Pod Rot Threatens Cocoa Farms in Latin America

Published on 2011-05-25 15:28:57

Cocoa farmers in Latin America are battling a hearty opponent that is already on its way to crippling the chocolate industry, as it is a main ingredient in the treat. Frosty Pod Rot is an invasive disease caused by a fungus first identified in Ecuad

Harvard Alum and President of Mexico Felipe Calderon to Give Commencement Speech at Stanford

Published on 2011-05-25 15:20:13

Stanford University’s 2011 graduating class will be hearing Mexico’s President Felipe Calderon on its 120th Commencement day, June 12th, 2011. University President John Hennessy noted: “President Calderón assumed office at one of t

Wi Rep Introduces Arizona Style Immigration Bill

Published on 2011-05-24 23:07:05

A Wisconsin state Republican legislator has introduced a bill that would mirror some of the tough enforcement measures of Arizona’s controversial Immigration bill. Rep. Don Pridemore of Hartford’s bill would force local law enforcement to a

Diageo “Celebrate the Future” Hispanic Scholarship Program Accepting Applications

Published on 2011-05-24 22:43:45

Diageo, the world’s leading premium spirits, beer and wine company, recently launched its 2011 “Celebrate the Future” (CTF) Hispanic Scholarship Program. Now in its third year, CTF provides scholarship money to outstanding students

Cinnamon and Lime Chicken Fajitas Recipe

Published on 2011-05-24 22:30:33

“Spicy, addictive, easy to make - you can’t stop eating these! The potato puts it over the top! Well worth the time. Serve with salsa, cheese, cilantro, and sour cream. Great with beans and rice!” Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless

Narco News: Four Men Executed in Navolato, Sinaloa (Warning Explicit Photos)

Published on 2011-05-24 20:48:57

Five men were aboard a red Mustang car, when they were surprised by a group of gunmen who mowed them down brutally. The incident occurred yesterday in the ejido Eve, in Navolato, Sinaloa. The young men were attacked as they were entering the Highway

Nonprofits File Suit Against North Carolina Courts, Saying Lack of Interpreters Is Illegal

Published on 2011-05-24 17:13:57

A federal complaint filed against North Carolina’s courts state that they are violating the rights of those who do not speak English by not providing free interpreter in civil cases. Charlotte, North Carolina’s Latin American Coalition, Muslim A

Hispanic Federation Tackles The Issue of Homophobia in the Hispanic Community

Published on 2011-05-24 16:55:05

Homophobia is generally defined as hostility towards or fear of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals (LGBTs). It has many faces, living in those who bully, taunt and commit violence against gays, in individuals who make gay jokes, and i

JUST IN: Juanes Fires Manager, Puts Singing Career in Hiatus

Published on 2011-05-24 15:42:54

Through a series of Tweets, the Colombian musician unexpectedly canceled three US tour dates, to “take some time off for my family and myself” Earlier today, Juanes tweeted: Fortunately, today we have this tool [twitter] to communicate with yo

With Few Exceptions Hispanics Earn Less, No Matter Their Undergraduate Major

Published on 2011-05-24 15:35:58

A new study confirms that Hispanics make less—in some cases, much less—than their White and Asian counterparts, no matter what their undergraduate major. Even in one of the highest-paying majors for Hispanics, Chemical Engineering, Hispanic

Latin American Population in London Nearly Quadruples.

Published on 2011-05-24 15:26:19

As news of the increasing Latino population in the United States continues to make headlines – especially with elections recently past and upcoming – London, England has seen a near 400 percent increase in its Latin American inhabitants, accordin

Oldest Mine in the World Found in Chile

Published on 2011-05-24 15:15:59

Archaeologists have reportedly discovered a 12,000 year old mine, the oldest in the New World. A report led by Universidad de Chile’s Diego Salazar and published in The Current Anthropology journal pre-dates the world’s oldest known indig

‘There’s a Benedict Arnold Feeling’ Latinos Say of Senator Rubio’s No Vote for the Dream Act

Published on 2011-05-24 01:38:08

Many in the Latino community and its leadership are still reeling from Florida Republican Senator Marco Rubio’s stance on the DREAM Act – which is a no vote. The Cuban-American senator, is only one of two Hispanics in the senate and the son

Thousands Turn Out for Beatification of Sister Dulce in Brazil

Published on 2011-05-24 00:21:47

Close to 70,000 turned out on Sunday in Brazil for the beatification of Sister Dulce Lopez, including President Dilma Rousseff, while thousands others watched the live broadcast. Irma Dulce was a Brazilian nun known as Sister Dulce who worked with B

Budweiser & Anheuser-Busch Foundation Announce College Scholarships

Published on 2011-05-23 22:20:53

The Vicente Fernandez 2011 U.S. tour, presented by Budweiser, kicks off this month. That means good news for local students in the 20 cities on the singing legend’s much-anticipated 24-concert tour. Budweiser and the Anheuser-Busch Foundation

Fruits of our Labor

Published on 2011-05-23 22:12:41

Here is a secret. I love to iron. Now I don’t like to iron everyone in the households clothing but I really do enjoy ironing my stuff. As a young girl growing up ironing or more specifically mangling, school uniforms was my job. And honestly, I nev

Narco Blog: Drug Cartel Armored Vehicle Holds 10 Gunmen, Guntower and Stereo

Published on 2011-05-23 20:45:39

This week, the Mexican Army managed to seize in Ciudad Mier, Tamaulipas a recent model armored vehicle used by the drug cartel- Zetas. The Monster 2011, courtesy of Los Zetas, is shown in this picture. The new model runs up to 110 kilometers per hou

New Kiosk Aims to Fight Breast Cancer in Humboldt Park

Published on 2011-05-23 20:15:00

When Humboldt Park resident Carmen Fonseca’s mammography appointment was canceled due to Chicago’s massive February snowstorm, she took it as a sign that everything was probably okay. “Luckily,” she says “my doctor

UNESCO to Name Three Brazilians as Goodwill Ambassadors

Published on 2011-05-23 19:22:23

Three Brazilians – a businessman, a designer and an artist – will be formally named Goodwill Ambassadors for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on Friday, the agency announced today. UNESCO said the new

Study Reveals Incas Prospered Thanks to Llama Poop

Published on 2011-05-23 17:22:24

New research identifies llama dung as the key to the success of the Incan empire before the arrival of Europeans in South America. At the height of their success as a civilization in the 14th and 15 centuries, the Incas ruled over about 775,000 squ

Settlement Reached Against Georgia Officers Who Beat Hispanic Man, Believing He Was Undocumented

Published on 2011-05-23 14:25:40

Last year, Angel Francisco Castro Torres was beaten by Georgia police for what the officers involved in the beating admit was simply the color of his skin. After being beaten then detained for months, Castro-Torrres, with help from the Southern Pover

The Effects of Having Undocumented Immigrants as Parents: A Study

Published on 2011-05-23 13:03:52

A report from a Harvard developmental and community psychologist has revealed how being undocumented parents effects the lives of their children. In a recent Congressional briefing on “Children in Immigrant Families,” Prof. Hirokazu Yoshikawa of

Costa Rica Joins UN Human Rights Council for First Time, While Chile and Peru Return

Published on 2011-05-23 00:28:49

Six countries that have never previously served on the United Nations Human Rights Council are among 15 new members of the Geneva-based body after a round of balloting among UN Member States this past Friday morning. Austria, Benin, Botswana, the Re

Numerous Chicago Latino Organizations Rally for Redistricting

Published on 2011-05-22 21:42:58

An alliance of Latino organizations including the Illinois Latino Agenda, led by the Latino Policy Forum, and the Latino Coalition for Fair Redistricting, led by the United Neighborhood Organization (UNO), has united to speak in a singular voice on t

Mexico Ready to Propose One of Its Own to Head IMF, Defying European Support for Another Frenchmen

Published on 2011-05-22 19:49:12

Mexico appears set to offer its head of the central bank, Agustin Carstens, as a candidate to head the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to replace disgraced Frenchman Dominque Strauss-Kahn. Mexico’s finance minister will present the Carstens cand

UN Urging Peru to do More to Combat Modern Day Slavery in Its Country

Published on 2011-05-22 17:26:18

A United Nations human rights expert on slavery today urged Peru to do more to combat abuses in the country’s logging, mining and domestic services sectors. Gulnara Shahinian, the Special Rapporteur on contemporary forms of slavery, said after a 1

Depp-Cruz’ Pirates of the Caribbean Sees Biggest International Opening EVER at $256.3M

Published on 2011-05-22 13:29:31

Good news for Johnny Depp and Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean movie franchise and even better news for new cast mate Spaniard Penelope Cruz. Box office reports places the newest Pirates sequel “One Stranger Tides” as the biggest interna

Join us This and Every Sunday At HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-05-22 12:00:09

Introducing: In Quechua, from Perú: Artist: Uchpa Song: Corazón Contento Band Members: * Freddy Ortiz (vocals) * Marcos Maizel (Guitar) * Julio Valladares (Rhythmic Guitar) * Miguel Ángel Cruz (bass)  

Boxing Great Oscar de la Hoya Enter Rehab

Published on 2011-05-22 11:52:29

Bad new for Tres Generaciones tequila, its premier spokesman Oscar de la Hoya has just acknowledges he is in rehab for a substance abuse problem. The 10-time boxing champion-writer-singer admitted to TMZ, who broke the story, that he has been in a C

Lancaster County No Longer Land of the Amish but Rather of the Latino

Published on 2011-05-22 10:29:52

Lancaster County in Pennsylvania no longer appears to be the land of the Amish but rather the Latino, with its population surging past the Amish. The U.S. census data is showing that this southern central Pennsylvania region will have a decidedly La

Argentine Court Mandates Google Censor its Search Results for Anti-Semitic Searches

Published on 2011-05-22 09:31:38

In an unprecedented move, an Argentine court has ordered Google, Inc. to stop having its search engine suggest any sites that are anti-Semitic in nature. In addition the court is mandating that Google remove those type of sites from it massive

Number Swell as Spain’s Youth Continue to Hold Anti-Government Rallies on Day of Elections

Published on 2011-05-22 08:22:05

The number of Spanish youth protesting their government’s economic policies and the high unemployment rate amongst them, continue to climb. The anti-government protests are being held across key cities in the country like Barcelona, Madrid an

Hispanic Republican Group Urge Porsche to Boycott Georgia in Light of Anti-Immigrant Laws

Published on 2011-05-22 01:35:11

Somos Republicans, a national watchdog group and the largest Hispanic Republican grassroots organization, is urging Porsche North American to reconsider its decision to build a new headquarters facility in the state of Georgia. The letter was prompt

Flower Ortega Anticipates World Youth Day 2011 (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-21 23:05:28

A new generations of Catholics will seek out their place in the church in Madrid this August at World Youth Day 2011. The Spanish capital will undergo a rejuvenating transformation in August as the world’s Catholic youth bring to life the theme of

Narco Blog: Veracruz Festival Goers Forced Under Tables by Gunfire

Published on 2011-05-21 21:20:53

Just before midnight, the Mexican Army and a group of gunmen clashed in the crowded streets of Boca del Rio, Veracruz. People were terrified who were enjoying restaurants and bars near the conflict zone, many clients hiding under tables. The gunfig

Miley Cyrus in Bogota Colombia (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-21 19:46:38

On Thursday Miley Cyrus made a brief stop in Colombia for a concert. Miley found the time to visit a school and “make the day” of many of her young fans. Published in Notitas de Noticias

Brazilian Women Oldest Known Person (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-21 19:05:37

An almost 115-year-old Brazilian woman, Maria Gomes Valentim, could go down in the Guinness Book of World Records as the ‘Oldest Living Person.’ According to Guinness World Records (GWR), born on July 9, 1896, resident of Carangola, Braz

Store Stops Selling ‘illegal immigrant hunting permit’ Bumper Stickers

Published on 2011-05-21 17:19:56

A protest was planned in Sturtevant WI to bring attention to the sale of bumper stickers reading “illegal immigrant hunting permit’. Before the protest began however, the owner of the store removed the stickers. “I’m not in a busines

Pink Upset Over Painted Horse in Gomez Video

Published on 2011-05-21 15:48:44

On Thursday afternoon Pink noticed a pink and purple horse on a So Cal Beach. The pop star tweeted she was appalled at the whole idea. “If there are any animal activists around Malibu—at Leo Cabrillo State Beach, there are horses being p

More States Toss Costly Immigration Legislation in Final Days of Session

Published on 2011-05-21 15:00:37

As many state legislative session wrap up for the year, more lawmakers are jumping ship on controversial enforcement measures targeting undocumented immigrants. Whether they are under pressure from business groups, conflicted over the bills’ substa

Immigration Court Backlog Likely to Get Worse Before It Gets Better

Published on 2011-05-21 14:16:03

Our nation’s immigration courts are backlogged. Historically backlogged. At the end of last year, more than 260,000 cases remained pending before immigration judges. Across the country, the average wait was nearly sixteen months. In California, tho

Narco Blog: Gilberto Barragan “The Namesake”  US 10 Most Wanted, $ 5M Reward- Captured

Published on 2011-05-21 13:02:58

Mexican federal police captured a leading member of the Gulf drug cartel Friday at what appeared to have been his birthday party, authorities said. Gilberto Barragan Balderas “is considered one of the main leaders of the Gulf Cartel” and

Eduardo Arnal Nuevo Cónsul General de México

Published on 2011-05-20 20:17:32

Asistió a la ceremonia de inauguración del alcalde de la ciudad, Rahm Emanuel El lunes 16 de mayo Eduardo Arnal tomo posesión como Cónsul General de México en Chicago, nombramiento conferido por el Presidente de México, Felipe Calderón. Como

U.S. Immigration Director Honored by Colombian President Santos

Published on 2011-05-20 19:09:51

During a graduation ceremony of 106 Colombian National Police (CNP) officers on Thursday, Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos and the Director General of the Colombian National Police, General Oscar Naranjo, honored U.S. Immigration and Customs En

Deforestation in Brazil’s Amazon Region Increases 400% in One Year

Published on 2011-05-20 17:20:10

Brazil is reporting a dramatic increase in deforestation in the Amazon that has the country’s environmental protectionists and some government officials troubled. In just one year – March/April of 2010 -2011 – Brazil’s Amazon has seen a 400

EXTREME TRAFFICKING: Modified Hang Gliders Becoming Increasingly Popular for Drug Smuggling

Published on 2011-05-20 15:28:52

We’ve seen makeshift ramps used to help drug-carrying trucks over the U.S.-Mexico border wall/fence, submersibles full of drugs, women sticking drugs in their *ahem* lady parts, tunnels dug right under the border, and pot hidden in jalapeños, but

Half Puerto Rican Scotty McCreery Finalist for American Idol

Published on 2011-05-20 15:02:59

The 17 year-old crooner will be facing Lauren Alaina in the Finale. “I had so many emotions going through my head. There have been so many thoughts coming through my head this whole competition. It’s just been a crazy ride.” Said Scotty.

Coming to a Movie Theater Near You: Queso Jalapeño and Salsa Flavored Popcorn

Published on 2011-05-20 14:36:15

Popcorn maker, ACT II, is bringing its popcorn consumers ‘popular south-of-the-border’ flavors to its microwave popcorn. The queso jalapeño and salsa valentina flavored popcorn is coming here after being the company’s two top-selling fla

Hispanics Expected to Account For Majority of Population Increase in the US Over Next 4 Decades

Published on 2011-05-20 14:24:22

Experts from the Pew Hispanic Center say that Hispanics will account for the majority of the U.S. population’s increase over the next four decades, and will need at least a generation or two to reach the same education level. Assistant directo

OMG! We Hope This Isn’t a Latina!

Published on 2011-05-20 13:31:03

Drunk Woman VS. The Ocean Published in Multimedia & Homepage Videos

Homeland Security Asking for $30 Million to Keep National Guard At Border

Published on 2011-05-20 13:17:41

The Department of Homeland Security is asking Congress’ permission to have the 1,200 National Guard troops remain along the U.S.-Mexico border for a few more months. DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano’s request asks for $30 million to keep the troop

OMG! We Hope This Isn’t a Latina! (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-20 13:10:23

Drunk Woman Vs. The Ocean Published in Notitas de Noticias

Immigration Reform: “Pay to Stay” Program Better than Deportation

Published on 2011-05-20 02:23:25

A Missouri immigration lawyer is proposing that illegal immigrants who haven’t committed serious crimes should be able to a fee to live and work in the United States. Andrea C. Martinez contends in an Op-Ed in the Kansas City Star that a “pay-to-

Border Arrests down 58% for Undocumented in Past 5 Years

Published on 2011-05-20 01:45:02

US Customs and Border Protection recently released data showing the number of those arrested trying to cross the US-Mexico border is down sharply. There were 447,731 undocumented immigrants arrested in fiscal year 2010. That is a 58 percent decrease

The Catholic Church Renders Opinion on Chile’s Controversial Environmental Policies

Published on 2011-05-20 00:25:58

Chilean Bishops have intervened to promote dialogue and at the same time to remember that with regard to energy projects, “a decision based solely on economic interests is ethically unacceptable.” The Permanent Commission of the Episcopal

Amarillos al Horno

Published on 2011-05-19 23:05:55

Ingredients 3 Yellow plantain bananas Butter or spray butter Directions There are two ways to bake the yellow plantains. Place the yellow plantains on a baking dish and cook in the oven for 35-45 minutes until soft. Spray some butter and enjoy!!!

Today ASPIRA “Makes the Future” and Celebrates its 50 Year Anniversary

Published on 2011-05-19 22:07:50

ASPIRA is celebrating its 50th Anniversary Salute today, May 19, 2001, at Cipriani Wall Street to honor those who have had a significant impact on the Latino community and on ASPIRA. The celebration’s theme, “Make The Future,” hono

NARCO BLOG: Police Being Shot in Acapulco Streets (Warning Graphic Photos)

Published on 2011-05-19 21:06:43

Around 11:00 am Thursday, an officer of the Municipal Auxiliary Police was shot by an armed commando in Acapulco. The incident took place between the streets Vallarta and Nuevo Leon, in the colony Progreso, outside a pharmacy. The body of Juan Urios

Employment Gap Widens for Minority & Women Film and Television Writers

Published on 2011-05-19 20:57:46

The Writers Guild of America, West (WGAW) has released the Executive Summary of the 2011 Hollywood Writers Report: Recession and Regression. The study examines writers’ employment and earnings by ethnicity, gender, and age from 2008 through 2009 in

O’Hare Police and Border Patrol Arrest Convicted Sex Offender at Airport

Published on 2011-05-19 20:40:58

Recently, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at O’Hare International Airport arrested a convicted sex offender returning to this country from overseas. On May 17, Timothy Allen Bevell, a 40-year-old U.S. citizen, was apprehended by CBP off

Telemundo to Take ‘Maid in Manhattan’ to the Small Screen With ‘Una Maid en Manhattan” Telenovela

Published on 2011-05-19 17:18:35

Based on the 2002 movie Maid in Manhattan (Jennifer Lopez, Ralph Fiennes), Telemundo is preparing a telenovela Una Maid en Manhattan for the 2011/2012 season. Joshua Mintz, Telemundo Entertainment’s senior executive VP, told The Hollywood Reporter

Bolivian Pastor Who Spoke of ‘The Rapture’ in 2009 & Hijacked Plane Because of It, Is Sentenced

Published on 2011-05-19 16:23:54

In 2009 Rev. Josmar Flores desperately wanted to speak directly with Mexican President Felipe Calderon to warn him and the people of Mexico that a catastrophic earthquake would occur in 2012. The only problem was that he hijacked an Aeromexico plane

Judiciary Committee Holds Hearing on Challenges Facing U.S. Immigration Courts

Published on 2011-05-19 01:48:39

The American Immigration Council’s Legal Action Center commends Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT), Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, for convening today’s hearing on “Improving Efficiency and Ensuring Justice in the Immigration Court Syste

Behind the mask — Lucha Libre Wrestlers Tap into Kitsap Washington

Published on 2011-05-18 23:00:47

After he was hit with a chair, thrown through a door and driven hard into the mat last week, the wrestler known as El Vagabundo spent an hour in the locker room, a Mexican grocery store’s meat locker, cleaning up his own blood with his mask still o

Study: Air Pollution Is Greatest Near Schools With Minority Students

Published on 2011-05-18 22:01:44

Researchers from the University of Michigan found that schools located in areas with the state’s highest industrial air pollution levels had the lowest attendance rates—an indicator of poor health—as well as the highest proportions of stude

Narco Blog: Zeta Guatemala Leader Captured After Massacre

Published on 2011-05-18 21:01:47

Quick action by the government of Guatemala has captured the senior leader responsible for the massacre of 27 people this week. During the slaughter, 27 innocent peasants were brutally executed. President Alvaro Colom, vowed to work hard to cat

Only Latino Student At Chicago High School Wins Gates Scholarship

Published on 2011-05-18 20:14:36

Three and a half years ago, Eder Cruz-Alvarado transferred to Leo Catholic High School and became the only Latino in the all African-American student body, and next Sunday, as he prepares to accept his high school diploma, he will still stand out, bu

STUDY: Hispanic Top Users of Mobile Tech Especially for Civic Engagement

Published on 2011-05-18 18:04:33

Hispanics outpace other demographic groups as users of mobile phones and social media, according to a report released today by The Hispanic Institute. “Our research shows that Hispanics are enthusiastic consumers of wireless services,”

Snoop Dogg’s New Album Features Collaborations With Charlie Sheen and David Guetta

Published on 2011-05-18 16:21:57

Titled “Doggumentary,” Snoop Dogg’s eleventh album sees the rapper explore different genres beyond rap and hip-hop. The album features guest performances by Kanye West, Sade, David Guetta and also Willie Nelson. Most notably it includes a co

Excluded Candidates Angry They Were Not Invited to ‘Cuban-only’ Mayoral Debate

Published on 2011-05-18 15:33:53

Florida International University and a number of Miami-Dade mayoral hopefuls are outraged after non-Spanish speaking candidates were excluded from a mayoral debate. Univision broadcasted the publicly funded debate, to which only four of the eleven m

Latin American Press Abuzz with Alleged Past Sexual Attack On Mexican Maid By Strauss-Kahn

Published on 2011-05-18 15:28:35

Newspapers throughout Latin America have remarked and are abuzz with excerpts from a book that accuses the FMI boss of assaulting a maid in Mexico. According to the DSK chronicle, a book written by a former Strauss-Kahn collaborator who signed it wi

EXTREME TRAFFICKING: Commuter Ferry Boat in Puerto Rico Found with $13M Worth of Cocaine

Published on 2011-05-18 15:18:49

Drug traffickers suffered yet another setback today. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) special agents and Puerto Rico Police Department (PRPD) officers stopped “The Islander,” a ferry boat carrying vehicles from neighboring i

Velázquez, Serrano Urge Governor Cuomo to Withdraw from Secure Communities

Published on 2011-05-18 02:02:33

On Friday, Congressman José E. Serrano (D-NY) and Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) wrote New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo, urging that the state withdraw from the federal ‘Secure Communities’ program. Joining a growing,

A Firms Preferential Hiring of Foreigners Over Americans Targeted by Justice Dept.

Published on 2011-05-18 01:13:06

The Justice Department announced that it has reached a settlement agreement with Iflowsoft LLC, a computer programming services provider in Iselin, N.J., to settle allegations that Iflowsoft engaged in a pattern or practice of citizenship status disc

48,000 Haitians in U.S. Due to Earthquake Allowed to Stay in US Longer per Homeland Security

Published on 2011-05-18 00:26:37

Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti beneficiaries. This extension will be effective July 23, 2011 and is for an additional 18 months. It will allow these TPS bene

Rollitos de Pollo en Salsa de Guajillo (Chicken Rolls in Guajillo Pepper Sauce) Recipe

Published on 2011-05-17 22:31:08

Chicken breasts are pounded flat, then rolled up with ham and a mushroom-cilantro stuffing, and roasted. The orange-guajillo sauce really sets this dish off!” Ingredients 1/4 onion 1 clove garlic 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 4 cloves garlic, mi

Dept. of Labor Awards $75.8 Million for YouthBuild Programs, Alternative Education Programs

Published on 2011-05-17 22:20:45

From an event at a YouthBuild facility in Chicago, Secretary of Labor Hilda L. Solis today announced grants totaling $75,848,000 from fiscal year 2011 appropriations to fund 76 YouthBuild programs in 36 states, the District of Columbia and the U.S. V

NARCO BLOG: Los Zetas Slaughter 27 Landscapers in Guatemala

Published on 2011-05-17 21:00:16

A slaughter was recorded Sunday in the village Caserio La Bomba; part of Peten, Guatemala, near the border with Mexico, where 27 people were executed, the group of Los Zetas has claimed responsibility. At Finca Los Cocos the scene was brutal, most

Madigan, Attorneys General Reach Agreement to Curb Tobacco Sales to Cricle K Store

Published on 2011-05-17 20:18:57

Attorney General Lisa Madigan joined 38 other states and the District of Columbia today to announce an agreement with Circle K Stores Inc. and Mac’s Convenience Stores LLC to prevent the sale of tobacco to children and teens. The agreement will imp

President of Costa Rica to be Honored for Her Conservation Efforts

Published on 2011-05-17 19:25:39

Laura Chinchilla, President of Costa Rica, will receive a prize for Excellence in National Stewardship of the Ocean, for expanded protection of the waters around Coco Island. The recognition is being presented by the Peter Benchley Awards, for the

EXTREME TRAFFICKING: 385 Pounds of Mexican Bologna Seized at Border, Setting a Record

Published on 2011-05-17 19:10:48

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers working at the Santa Teresa port of entry seized 35 rolls of Mexican bologna Friday. The contraband meat weighed a total of 385 pounds. “This is a prohibited product because it is made from pork an

Puerto Rico Residents Angry Over Pipeline Project Proposal

Published on 2011-05-17 17:14:36

Over the weekend, protesters demonstrated against a massive natural gas pipeline proposal in Puerto Rico worth around $450 million. The pipeline, dubbed “The Green Way” by the Governor Luis Fortuno is an attempt to solve the island’s soaring en

Hispanic Leadership in NY Urging Governor to Withdraw from Secure Communities

Published on 2011-05-17 01:11:27

Congressman José E. Serrano and Congresswoman Nydia M. Velázquez, both of New York, wrote New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo, urging that the state withdraw from the federal ‘Secure Communities’ program. Joining a growing, statewide cho

Lucha Libre- “Charles Manson” in Jail

Published on 2011-05-16 23:16:21

The Mexican fighter Jose Luna Pozas best known in the Lucha Libre World as Charles Manson was sent to the Southern Mexico Prison accused of assault and robbery against two police officers. Depending on the witnesses, Jose Luna and his driver called

Passages

Published on 2011-05-16 22:11:13

There are moments in our lives that can appear quite routine but actually are momentous. I recently found some essays I wrote and saved. It seems quite apropos at this moment as one daughter is about to be married and the other daughter is establishi

NARCO BLOG: Parents Play “Execution” with Children in Park

Published on 2011-05-16 21:14:35

It was Holy Thursday in the Federal District, normally a city that lives in chaos; it is a hurried, busy, noisy town. This day is much quieter, ideal for relaxing, going to the park and playing with the children. But they were playing a game of

Chicago’s New Mayor, Rahm Emanuel: Chicago Is Ready For Change

Published on 2011-05-16 20:14:06

Monday morning, Rahm Emanuel, Chicago’s new mayor, gave his inaugural address. Below are excerpts from the morning’s speech. Honored guests, Mr. Vice President, Dr. Biden, Mayor Daley, First Lady Maggie Daley, Members of the City Counci

Cristina to Launch the ‘Cristina Channel’ on Sirius XM Radio

Published on 2011-05-16 19:17:13

National Latino Broadcasting, LLC. (NLB) announced today that it has signed talk show icon Cristina Saralegui to an exclusive contract, and plans to launch the Cristina Channel in the fall as part of their multi-channel deal with Sirius XM Radio. Sar

Spanish-Language Networks to See a Large Part Advertising Dollars This Year

Published on 2011-05-16 17:15:08

As the major television networks – known as the Big Five – except to receive a record-breaking $9.5 billion at the “upfront market” this year, fast-growing Spanish-language broadcasters like Univision and Telemundo are expecting to take a big

REPORT: Migrants and Minorities Continue to be Discriminated at Work

Published on 2011-05-16 16:30:04

Migrant workers and minorities are among groups that continue to face discrimination in the labour market as a result of the global economic crisis, despite positive advances in anti-discrimination laws, the United Nations International Labour Organi

Latin America Unites in Song for Gustavo Cerati, 1 Yr After He Collapses in Coma

Published on 2011-05-16 16:14:17

It has been a year since the exceptional Argentine singer and guitarist Gustavo Cerati sung his last show, in Venezuela. During that performance, 51 year-old Gustavo fell ill, and eventually collapsed, a victim of a “Cardio-Vascular Accident.”

Faces of the DREAM Act: Undocumented Wins Student Senate Seat

Published on 2011-05-16 15:25:00

Born in Seoul, South Korea in 1989, Ju Hong came to the U.S. when he was 11. He is now an elected member of the University of California-Berkeley’s student senate. He’s extensively involved with campus activism, and plans to attend law school. Th

Secretary Clinton to Deliver Remarks at the Mexican American Leadership Initiative

Published on 2011-05-15 19:37:13

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will deliver remarks at the U.S.-Mexico Foundation’s Mexican American Leadership Initiative reception at approximately 5:15 p.m. on May 16, 2011, at the U.S. Department of State. The Mexican American Leade

Spotlighting the Plight of Immigrant Minors

Published on 2011-05-15 17:29:57

Even as strict immigration bills await committee hearings in the Texas Legislature, a steady stream of unaccompanied immigrant minors continues to attempt to cross the border into the United States. Figures show more than half come from as far away a

FX’s Sons of Anarchy to Feature Danny Trejo

Published on 2011-05-15 15:12:18

The FX TV series Sons of Anarchy that has been on the air since 2008 has just added Mexican-American actor Danny Trejo to the line up. Trejo will play a Mexican (what else) military commando by the name of Romeo Parada who joins the Sons of Anarchy

Watch Zoe Soldana as a Bad Ass ‘Colombiana’ (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-15 13:20:06

The movie trailer for Zoe Saldana and Michael Vartan’s upcoming movie “Colombiana’ is out. The movie, which is due out on September 2nd, features the 32-year-old Puerto Rican Dominican playing a bad ass Colombiana. Saldana plays a Colomb

Join us This and Every Sunday At HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-05-15 12:00:14

Introducing: From Bio Bio, Chile Artist: La Rompehuesos Song: El Diablo Vendiendo Cruces Band Members: Jorge Jiménez: Guitar and Vocals Erwin Kittsteiner: Harmonica and Vocals Published in Notitas de Noticias

62-Yr Old Leader of IMF Stands Accused of Attempted Rape of Hotel Maid

Published on 2011-05-15 11:12:51

The leader of the influential and powerful International Monetary Fund (IMF) today stands accused of attempted rape of a New York City hotel maid, where he was staying while in the U.S. Yesterday 62-year old Frenchmen Dominque Strauss-Kahn was remov

Aetna Seeks to Find and Promote a Diverse Generation of U.S. Doctors

Published on 2011-05-15 10:05:29

Aetna Inc. is addressing the lack of ethnic diversity amongst physicians by allocating $454,000 to seek and promote the next generation of ethnically diverse U.S. physicians. Through the Aetna Foundation, the company will use monies to support educa

Cuba Set to Begin Drilling for Oil with International Help

Published on 2011-05-15 09:12:37

Cuban is preparing to drill for oil and hoping to transform its economy if huge beds of crude are found in the Gulf of Mexico. This fall Cuba is ready to drill 5,000 feet deep with international help: the Chinese are building the rigs, th

Colombia Mourns Senseless Murder of Beloved University Chaplain, Killed For His Cell Phone

Published on 2011-05-15 08:29:19

The Eudista priest, father Gustavo Garcia, 34, Chaplain of the University “Minuto de Dios”, was murdered in Bogotá by an individual who attacked him to steal his mobile phone, as confirmed by the Episcopal Conference of Colombia. In a

Man Shot in Brighton Park on West 46th Street

Published on 2011-05-15 07:25:26

Chicago Police are investigating the shooting on a 25-year old male victim that occurred late Friday in the southwest neighborhood of Brighton Park. The unidentified male was sitting in a vehicle at the 2700 block of West 46th Street when he wa

Only 30% of Americans think the U.S.-Mexico Border is Secure

Published on 2011-05-15 01:24:56

President Obama on Tuesday encouraged Congress to move forward on immigration reform, saying his administration has “strengthened border security beyond what many believed was possible.” But most voters don’t share the president’s view. A ne

2011 Hispanic Hero Honoree Announcement-  Brigadier General Alberto J. Jimenez

Published on 2011-05-14 23:07:28

U.S. Hispanic Youth Entrepreneur Education (USHYEE) has begun to release the names of the honorees for the 5th Annual Hispanic Hero Gala. This exciting annual event honors local and national Hispanic leaders and will take place on June 16th at the BW

On Being an (Ex) Undocumented Immigrant Father

Published on 2011-05-14 21:49:24

Today’s Contributor is Alberto Ledesma. Alberto is a Writing Program Coordinator at UC Berkeley. Sofia and I had been making that turn since we had moved to Castro Valley. In those five years, the protesters at the corner of Castro Valley Bou

Narco Blog: Killers Lead Wife to Body of Husband

Published on 2011-05-14 19:29:44

Yesterday, Friday the 13th, elements of Civil Protection and Fire, were involved in a rescue maneuver, after they received reports that a vehicle was inside the Canal Humaya, Culiacan, Sinaloa. After nearly two hours divers finally found the vehicle

Glenn Beck Responds To Criticism For Vomiting At Meghan McCain’s Skin Cancer PSA

Published on 2011-05-14 18:09:13

Beck admits it was a juvenile bit but did not apologize. Meghan McCain fired back at Glenn Beck, who mocked her for doing a PSA on skin cancer. Beck pretended to vomit at the thought of a naked McCain, who appeared in a strapless dress in the ad. Mc

James Tate Banned from Prom for Posting Giant Invite to Sonali Rodrigues in CN (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-14 16:42:32

James Tate is being banned from Shelton High School’s prom after Headmaster Dr. Beth Smith found his creative date proposal to be a violation of school rules. So far, the public has only heard from Tate’s fellow students and thousands of

2012 Primary Schedule- Latino’s Need to Be Ready- Spread the Word

Published on 2011-05-14 15:58:09

2012 Primary Schedule Note: Some of these dates are tentative as some states are still messing with their primary dates to jockey for a superior position. Monday, January 16, 2012: Iowa caucuses Tuesday, January 24: New Hampshire Saturday, Januar

Four Arizona State Lawmakers Call for Sheriff Joe Arpaio Resignation

Published on 2011-05-14 15:24:49

The Phoenix Democrats, representing the Latino Caucus, said revelations from Arpaio’s former chief financial officer that she warned the sheriff for years against diverting jail funds raises the stakes and the urgency for federal, state and loc

Anti-Immigrant Laws Fuel Private Prison System (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-14 14:12:16

What’s really behind the recent wave of ugly anti-immigrant laws? Cuentame believes it is the private prison system… Immigrants are for sale in this country. Sold to private prison corporations who are locking them up for obscene

Green Card Lottery Ruled Invalid After Thousand Notified of Selection

Published on 2011-05-14 13:00:23

The US state department has ruled the green card lottery that ran on May 1st was invalid- after 22,000 people had been notified of their win. A computer glitch is being blamed for the error. The Diversity Visa Lottery is an annual draw that wa

GLAHR Condemns Governor Nathan Deal’s Signature of HB-87

Published on 2011-05-14 01:02:59

The Georgia Latino Alliance for Human Rights, the state’s leading grass roots immigrant rights organization, condemns Gov. Nathan Deal’s decision to sign HB 87 into law. This action is not only an insult to the Latino community and other immigra

School District in North Carolina Accused of Discrimination

Published on 2011-05-13 22:11:23

A North Carolina school district has been accused of discriminating against Latino students, and formal complaint has been filed with the U.S. Department of Education. The complaint, filed by the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), followed a letter

Lawmakers Fight Against Gov. Quinn’s Budget Cut Pre-Schoolers Affected by HIV/AIDS

Published on 2011-05-13 20:20:20

Monday, state Sen. Iris Martinez (D-Chicago) pushed the Illinois General Assembly to reverse Gov. Pat Quinn’s budget cuts that called on the elimination or reduction of funds of medical care, pre-school, and other specialized services for Chica

Heinous & Random Crime in Spain: Shopper Beheaded in Grocery Store (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-13 17:31:27

Spanish authorities are reporting a gruesome and apparently random crime on the Spanish island of Tenerife in the Canary Islands. A homeless man known to authorities to have psychiatric issues, entered the local grocery in the Vales Shopping Centre,

Social Security Benefits Remain a Vital Source of Retirement Income for Latinos

Published on 2011-05-13 17:14:49

New report by the University of Southern California (USC) Edward R. Roybal Institute on Aging underscores the importance of Social Security to Latinos

Enrique Iglesias Announces Tour With Pitbull and Prince Royce

Published on 2011-05-13 16:32:51

“We each have our own style. When you combine it, it will be a great show,” Iglesias said. “Being on tour with Enrique Iglesias and Prince Royce proves that unity through music is still a driving force in our community,” Pitbull added. “It

Criminals Target Texas Hispanic Community with Fake Antibiotics

Published on 2011-05-13 16:09:44

Criminals targeting the Hispanic community in Texas distributed fake over the counter medicines described to be children’s antibiotics to pharmacies across the state, sparking a state investigation and a warning to parents. The products, dietary

Former Juárez Police Chief Seeks Political Asylum in the US (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-13 15:45:08

Marisol Valles Garcia was forced to flee her country due to continuous threats, she says from the safety of the United States “My country is so close, but so far away”. Published in Notitas de Noticias

Sofía Vergara to Star in “The Paperboy”, Project Developed by Pedro Almodovar

Published on 2011-05-13 15:32:11

Billed as a sexual thriller, the Colombian actress will star next to Matthew McConaughey, Zac Efron and Tobey Maguire. The film, based on a novel by Pete Dexter, follows a Miami Times reporter as he returns to his Florida hometown to investigate the

Illegal Organ Transplants in Latin America Exploit the Poor as Patients Grow Desperate

Published on 2011-05-13 15:30:04

As many are looking for any means of escaping poverty, the illicit market of organ transplants is growing. Every year, about 5,000 gravely people form the United States, Saudi Arabia, and Israel pay others to donate an organ, but in some cases, the

5 Undocumented Student Protesters Will Not Face Deportation in IN

Published on 2011-05-13 02:00:16

Five student protesters arrested during Mondays protest at the Indiana Statehouse will not face deportation. The five students who are illegal immigrants—Uriel and Erick Gama, 20; Ana Ruiz-Tovar, 23; Guadalupe Pimentel, 18; and Sayra Perez, 19

Dominican Sentenced to 24 Yrs in Prison for Drug Smuggling Through Port of Savannah

Published on 2011-05-13 01:25:37

Jose Orlando Garcia Duran, 33, a native of the Dominican Republic, was sentenced Wednesday to 286 months in federal prison for his role in smuggling cocaine and heroin through the Port of Savannah. The case was the result of a joint investigation co

U.S. Hispanics Driving U.S. Food Spending Growth

Published on 2011-05-13 00:35:28

The food and beverage industry is counting on current research data that shows the dormant U.S. food, beverage and restaurant growth is and will be driven by the U.S. Hispanic consumer. According to industry research authored by Latinum Nework, the

Across the Border Tequila Shrimp Recipe

Published on 2011-05-12 23:05:27

Fabulous flavor! You can serve this with rice, beans, or make it into wraps. The ingredients are very forgiving, so feel free to increase or decrease the amount stated. Ingredients 1/4 cup butter 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp

Telemundo Communications Announces Groundbreaking Academic Partnership

Published on 2011-05-12 22:12:28

Telemundo Communications Group, Inc., a leading producer of high-quality content for Hispanics in the U.S. and audiences around the world, together with the School of Journalism and Mass Communication (SJMC) at Florida International University (FIU),

NARCO BLOG: The Knights Templar Deserter Executed (WARNING EXPLICIT PICTURES)

Published on 2011-05-12 21:00:22

A man tortured and executed, was found beside the road Apatzingán-Cuatro Caminos, Michoacán, yesterday morning. The act provoked an intense mobilization by the Police who arrived in the municipality of Parácuaro. The man’s body had been pla

East Pilsen Neighbors Lose Fight Against All-Night Hot Dog Joint

Published on 2011-05-12 20:16:48

Despite neighbors’ objections, a judge has ruled that Express Grill, an all-night polish sausage stand business, can continue the construction on their new location in East Pilsen. Opponents, including Ald. Danny Solis, are not happy about the ju

‘The Storm That Swept Mexico’ PBS Special on the Mexican Revolution to Debut

Published on 2011-05-12 19:02:31

THE STORM THAT SWEPT MEXICO is a vibrant new two-hour PBS special that tells the epic story of the Mexican Revolution of 1910, the first major political and social revolution of the 20th century. Fueled by the Mexican people’s growing dissatisf

Border Agents Killed Today are Identified by Sec. Janet Napolitano

Published on 2011-05-12 17:44:42

Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano addressed the death of two Arizona border agents, killed earlier today in a SUV-train crash. Reports are attributing the auto accident to the pursuit of several illegal border crossers that might

Mexican Pres. Calderon Confirms that Country Has No Plan to Make Pemex Oil Public

Published on 2011-05-12 17:28:27

Tuesday, the President of Mexico, Felipe Calderon clarified that rumors of the government-owned Petroleos Mexicanos (Pemex) going public are not true, but he does have plans for a second attempt at oil reform before his term ends in 2012. Calderon s

Sen. Schumer: There is a Chance for Immigration Reform

Published on 2011-05-12 01:44:33

Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) said Wednesday that there is a chance reform could happen. “I think there’s a chance. I don’t put it at a majority chance, but there’s a chance. We’re still talking — I’m talking t

Several Drug Smuggling Attempts Disrupted by Arizona Border Patrol

Published on 2011-05-12 01:30:02

In three separate incidents over the weekend, Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents interdicted three firearms, 14 rounds of ammunition, 3.3 pounds of heroin, 225 pounds of methamphetamine and a total of 4,265 pounds of marijuana. On Friday, May 6, a c

El Salvador Set to Improve Living Conditions of Women in Country

Published on 2011-05-12 00:21:09

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a $20 million loan to help El Salvador finance the Ciudad Mujer (Women City) Program to be carried out by its Ministry of Social Inclusion to improve the lives of low-income women. The program

It’s Not LUCHA LIBRE- its the LA Angels

Published on 2011-05-11 23:37:11

At the start of the fifth inning on Tuesday night, the vast majority of fans in Angel Stadium donned the red wrestling masks they’d been handed coming through the turnstiles, setting in process a Guinness World Record. An official was on hand

Narco Blog: “The Güicho” Sinaloa Cartel Leader in Baja California Captured

Published on 2011-05-11 21:06:53

Hector Eduardo Hernández Guajardo aka The Güicho, was captured Sunday afternoon by members of the State Preventive Police. The State Public Security Secretariat of Baja California confirmed it. The detainee, 33, was the successor of Teodoro Garci

Chicago’s Mayor-Elect Emanuel Puts Latinos in Leadership Roles

Published on 2011-05-11 20:16:31

As Rahm Emanuel prepares to take office as Mayor of Chicago, he is proposing a reorganization of the Chicago’s City Council, and he names a number of Latinos to key positions. After meeting with the 50 members of the council, Emanuel who wants the

23 Cuban Illegals Land on U.S. Island Territories

Published on 2011-05-11 19:39:36

Between Sunday and this morning, 23 aliens, claiming to be Cuban citizens, landed in both Mona Island and Monito Island after entering illegally into United States territory. On Sunday Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Border Patrol agents were no

REPORT:  Only 150 Latinos Hired by Illinois State Government Since 2000

Published on 2011-05-11 17:20:44

Over the past decade, just 150 Latino employees have been added to the state workforce, according to analysis released in Springfield today by the Latino Policy Forum and the Illinois Association for Hispanic State Employees (IAHSE). More than 14 per

Central American Migrants Sue Mexican Immigration Agents

Published on 2011-05-11 17:13:21

A group of Central American migrants are suing Mexican immigration agents after they allegedly pulled them off a bus and handed the migrants over to criminal gangs. The Federal Institute for Public Defenders said officials from the National Migratio

Who is Latino? EVERYBODY is Latino! (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-11 16:02:36

The census reports that there are over 50 million Latinos in the United States! Watch this hilarious video by Kamikaze School’s Latino Rock, showing just how many celebrities are Latinos! Published in Notitas de Noticias

Missouri’s 11th Hour Attack on Immigrants

Published on 2011-05-11 02:25:04

The MO state legislature has less than a week before they adjourn, but House Bill 167—the bill that would make it next to impossible for thousands of Missouri’s immigrants to get a driver’s license—has resurfaced at the eleven

12 Illegal Aliens Rescued Inside Cargo Truck with No Ventilation

Published on 2011-05-11 01:13:19

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Border Patrol agents assigned to the Falfurrias Station saved the lives of 12 illegal aliens, who were confined in a cargo truck with no ventilation on Saturday. Agents working at the Falfurrias Checkpoint were con

Announcement Coming that DREAM Act Bill to be Reintroduced in Senate

Published on 2011-05-11 00:04:17

Assistant Senate Majority Leader Dick Durbin (D-IL), Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV), Senator Robert Menendez (D-NJ) and others will hold a press conference later today to announce the introduction of the DREAM Act – a bill that would all

Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Published on 2011-05-10 22:52:21

Using rotisserie chicken saves time and brings its own flavor to the dish. These are the best enchiladas. Follow the recipe exactly and you will have your family/friends asking for more! Ingredients 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 1/2 pounds skinless

Hispanics Improve Civics Exam Scores, Still Scoring Lower Than Non-Hispanics

Published on 2011-05-10 22:03:36

The National Assessment of Educational Progress has released a report in which it states that students of all ages have poor knowledge of how the democratic process works, including one-third of high school seniors. Hispanics however, have showed som

NARCO BLOG: Armored Vehicle/Tank Seized from Mexican Drug Cartel

Published on 2011-05-10 21:00:51

The Mexican Army seized last week in Ciudad Mier, Tamaulipas, another Monster of Los Zetas. The 2011 model is made of metal, and also shows changes in style compared to previous models. It is believed that modifications seem to have been mapped by mi

Farmers® Insurance “Juega y Aprende con Jorge Campos”  Youth Soccer Clinics Rolls Into Chicago

Published on 2011-05-10 20:22:08

Farmers® Insurance and Mexican soccer legend Jorge Campos (El Brody) are bringing their Juega y Aprenda con Jorge Campos (Play and Learn with Jorge Campos) soccer clinics to Chicago. This educational initiative is part of Farmers Insurance efforts t

Haciendo Historia: Marco Antonio Solis & Ana Gabriel on their First Joint Tour

Published on 2011-05-10 19:47:33

International superstars Marco Antonio Solis and Ana Gabriel announced today that they will headline their first ever tour together this summer. The multi-city HACIENDO HISTORIA is a matchup of two of Mexico’s most respected and successfu

Alabama Bill Would Keep Undocumented Immigrant Students Out of Their Proms

Published on 2011-05-10 17:11:56

The Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act, which gives law enforcement more authority to check people’s immigration status, requires voters to show proof of citizenship to vote, and prohibits “participation in any extracurricular activity o

Julio Iglesias Has a Crush on…. Lady Gaga?

Published on 2011-05-10 16:15:12

Come visit our Amigo ó Enemigo section as we analyze and dissect what is said by and about Hispanics. Published in Notitas de Noticias

The State of Arizona Decides to Take their SB 1070 Appeal Directly to the US Supreme Court

Published on 2011-05-10 02:18:16

Gov Jan Brewer has decided to take the state of Arizona’s case to the US Supreme Court. Brewer is seeking the courts opinion on whether US District Judge Susan Bolton acted correctly when she issued her injunction in Phoenix last summer.

Rights of Immigrants Who Have Mental Disabilities and Are Being Deported

Published on 2011-05-10 01:27:54

The American Immigration Council’s Legal Action Center (LAC) cautiously applauds last week’s decision of the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) concerning the rights of immigrants with mental disabilities in removal proceedings. Echoing con

Latinos and Latino Businesses Are Hit Hard by High Gas Prices

Published on 2011-05-10 00:13:49

One rapidly growing segment of our country’s population is suffering disproportionately as the price of gas continues to soar. Latino families and businesses are bearing a heavier financial burden than most as fuel costs tick upward. This fact is c

GALLI results from Eagles Club Berwyn Illinois April 23, 2011

Published on 2011-05-09 22:20:24

It was a great return to the Berwyn/Cicero area. Almost a packed house and the fans were great. Results: Atomico Def. Destructor Alfa Valentino & Ovirload were DQ VS Tom Heisman & MAtt Creed when Ovirload used brass knucks on both members of

Old Dogs and New Tricks

Published on 2011-05-09 22:09:20

I find that it is very easy to get stuck in the familiar. It doesn’t require much effort to get through the day and the familiar offers a level of safety that is quite reassuring on some days. While everything around us appears to be changing

NARCO BLOG: Six Heads Found Near Durango School

Published on 2011-05-09 21:37:07

A gruesome discovery was recorded during the day today in Durango. Unknown men deposited six human heads on the side of the secondary school located in the neighborhood Azcapotzalco in Durango. Police were called to the scene after receiving calls

Amer. Association of Hispanics in Higher Educ Announce Outstanding Dissertations Competition

Published on 2011-05-09 21:32:03

This competition is open to anyone who has completed a dissertation that focuses on Hispanic(s) in higher education or to any Hispanic individual who has completed a dissertation in the social sciences, broadly defined, between December 2009 and Augu

Hammond, IN Power Plant Shutting Down, Will Eliminate the Pollution It Sent to Chicago

Published on 2011-05-09 20:18:11

One of the dirtiest power plants in the country is being shut down, cutting the Chicagoland pollution down a bit. The State Line Power Station, a coal-fired generator located between Lake Michigan and the Chicago Skyway at the border of Indiana and

Nevada DMV Employee Charged with Selling Driver’s Licenses to Illegal Aliens

Published on 2011-05-09 19:08:32

An employee with the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has been charged with bribery for accepting thousands of dollars to provide driver’s licenses to illegal aliens who were not entitled to them following an investigation by U.S. Immi

Sen. Feinstein’s Bills Save a Number of Immigrants From Deportation

Published on 2011-05-09 17:23:58

Sen. Dianne Feinstein has once again introduced a so-called private bill to stop the deportation of a young undocumented immigrant. The Democratic senator has introduced 13 private bills to block deportations, which is more than any other member of

Buenos Aires mayor Decides Against Presidential Run

Published on 2011-05-09 01:14:43

“After much reflection and debate, I feel and I’m convinced that the best place from where I can serve is the city of Buenos Aires,” said Macri, a former president of the Boca Juniors soccer team. Mayor Macri and Argentinas Preside

President Obama This Week to Deliver Keynote Address at National Hispanic Prayer Breakfast

Published on 2011-05-09 00:22:00

Esperanza, one of the nation’s largest faith-based Hispanic organizations, announced today that President Barack Obama will deliver the keynote address at the Ninth National Hispanic Prayer Breakfast on Thursday, May 12, in Washington, D.C. Senate

Pope Names Miami Auxiliary Bishop Estévez as Bishop of St. Augustine, Florida

Published on 2011-05-08 23:00:02

Pope Benedict XVI has named Miami Auxiliary Bishop Felipe de Jesús Estévez, 65, as bishop of St. Augustine, Florida, to succeed Bishop Victor Benito Galeone, 75, and accepted Bishop Galeone’s resignation from the pastoral governance of the dioces

Brazil Becomes Sixth Latin American Country to Recognize Same Sex Civil Unions

Published on 2011-05-08 19:00:58

Brazil became the largest country to recognize same sex civil unions this week. On Thursday, the Supreme Court unanimously voted to recognize same sex civil unions in an effort to promote equality and decrease violence against the gay population. Br

Napolitano Calls for Federal Immigration Reform- Not State Level Legislation

Published on 2011-05-08 17:10:06

In a speech at the Atlanta Press Club Saturday, US Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano said the federal government, not states, should write immigration laws. “This is what (President Barack Obama) has said and I’ve been saying,

UPDATE:  All 14 Bodies Recovered from Mexican Mine

Published on 2011-05-08 16:05:59

UPDATE: Rescue crews have recovered all the bodies from the coal mine in Northern Mexico, putting the final death toll at 14. Mexican Labor Secretary Javier Lozano says the rescue phase has ended and the government will start a rigorous investigatio

Florida’s Anti-immigration Bills Are Dead As Session Ends

Published on 2011-05-08 15:10:04

On Florida, anti-immigration bills, SB 2040 and HB 7098, died as the legislative session winds to an end in Florida. The Miami Herald has the obituary: The fierce fight to crack down on illegal immigration ended — for this year — in the F

Brazilian Police Arrest Serbian Gang Operating Throughout Country

Published on 2011-05-08 14:00:56

A growing problem in South America has been the infiltration of foreign cartels moving into the region and using it as a corridor to move the continents cocaine to Europe and elsewhere. Sixteen members of a Serbian gang were arrested earlier this wee

Arpaio Denies Being “Asleep at the Wheel” as Charges Mount

Published on 2011-05-08 13:00:20

It has not been a easy couple weeks for the counties “Meanest Sheriff.” In the last couple of weeks, Maricopa County’s Joe Arpaio has had the following accusations made: 1.) An internal affairs investigation revealed abuse and mismanag

Join us This and Every Sunday At HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-05-08 12:00:18

Introducing: Artist: Fuera De Quicio Song: Candelita Band Members: Carlos Miguel Varona: Vocals Luís Fernando Montenegro: Bass Freddy Marín: Guitar Damián Chávez: Drums. Juan Pablo Bonilla: Percussion. Published in Notitas de Noticia

Three Honduran Mothers

Published on 2011-05-08 01:00:49

In honor of Mothers Day, that sacred day, I thought I would take this opportunity to discuss the Honduran mothers in my family, women with distinct characteristics that have led equally distinct lives. My mother was born in the tiny village of Santa

FELIZ DIA DE LA MADRE! To Every Mommy, From Your Friends at Hispanically Speaking News

Published on 2011-05-08 00:00:51

“A rose is a rose is a rose. A mom is pure love, is a friend, is a nurse”. Published in Notitas de Noticias

Mother’s Who Have Survived Domestic Violence Honored in Community

Published on 2011-05-07 21:24:59

Mother’s Day is very special to Hispanic Families but it is a very special time for mother’s who are recovering from domestic abuse or are survivors of domestic abuse. Many of those Latino victims of domestic violence are limited in

Daring Cliff Jump in The Andes caught on Tape (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-07 21:04:32

Chilean Base jumper Julio Munoz drove his motorcycle straight off a cliff in the Andes. He free fell over 3000 feet before opening his parachute. Munoz makes a 4000 metre high jump on his motorcycle in Loma Rabona, Chile Last Saturday’s terrify

UN Drug Fighting Crew Killed in Plane Crash in Bolivia

Published on 2011-05-07 19:37:05

All four United Nations staff in Bolivia whose plane disappeared during a flight to monitor coca production northeast of the capital, La Paz, were killed when the aircraft crashed on Thursday, a UN official said today. Two Bolivian military pilots a

Jockey John Velazquez Finally Wins One – Animal Kingdom Rides to Victory at Kentucky Derby

Published on 2011-05-07 18:14:50

With a record crowd watching Animal Kingdom wins the 137th running of the Kentucky Derby. Jockey John Velazquez who was a last minute addition brought the horse in with an exciting win. Animal Kingdom and Velazquez were 20-to-1 favored in ligh

Need to Emphasize Multilingualims Says UN

Published on 2011-05-07 17:26:40

The United Nations body tasked with examining the Organization’s public information policies and promoting a just, effective global information and communications order called on the Department of Public Information (DPI) today to bolster multiling

It Was Only a Matter of Time: Osama Bin Laden Corrido Featuring President Obama (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-07 17:10:06

It was only a matter of time before some Mexican musicians would put the tale of Osama bin Laden’s killing to a narco corrido and now its done. Los Piratas del Tamarindo put together a corrido with accordion tune and all a corrido honorin

Border Patrol Working Hard to Ensure a ‘Pest’ Free Dia de Las Madres

Published on 2011-05-07 16:40:16

With Mother’s Day celebrations on the calendar for tomorrow, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists working at U.S. ports of entry are busy making sure that flower imports are free from insects, pests and diseases that cou

DON’T FORGET Mother’s Day is Tomorrow!

Published on 2011-05-07 16:20:05

Not every Latin American country celebrates it on the 8th, so if your mother is Latina, you may still have some time to find those cozy slippers she wants, cut your hair, comb it, and strike a snazzy pose for the last minute picture frame photo! Find

Former Ambassador to Mexico Pascual Now U.S. Special Envoy for Energy Affairs

Published on 2011-05-07 01:07:00

Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton has appointed Ambassador Carlos Pascual as the Department of State Special Envoy and Coordinator for International Energy Affairs. Ambassador Pascual will assume his duties on May 18. He will advise the Secretary on i

Hispanic National Bar Assoc. Set to Hold Annual Career Fair

Published on 2011-05-06 22:21:20

On September 2, 2011, the HNBA will host its annual Career Fair, the largest Latin Career Fair for legal professionals in the country. The HNBA 36th Annual Convention: Forging the Future Together will be held August 31 - September 3, 2011 at the Sh

Narco Blog: Anonymous Children’s Day Party Thrown by Drug Cartel

Published on 2011-05-06 21:00:55

The people of Victoria City, Tamaulipas were very happy (despite the violence that is daily and hourly) due to the upcoming parties to celebrate Children’s Day. Prior to the Celebration, two parties were being advertised. One party was being hosted

Groundbreaking Chicago-Area Heart Screen Study Identifies 1,000 + Abnormal ECGs in Teenagers

Published on 2011-05-06 20:12:47

- Abnormalities can indicate life-threatening heart conditions that can lead to sudden cardiac death - Study of 50,000+ teenagers confirms the importance of ECG screening in identifying young adults at risk for sudden cardiac death -&nb

UN Officials Say Latin America and the Caribbean Remain Most Socially Unequal Region

Published on 2011-05-06 19:24:49

Latin America and the Caribbean remains the most socially unequal region in the world, the head of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) said today, highlighting the measures required to tackle the problem in a region which has made signifi

Apple Manufacturer Foxconn Looking to Build $12 Billion Factory in Brazil, Presents Demands

Published on 2011-05-06 17:13:19

Apple’s China-based manufacturer, Foxconn, is looking to build a $12 billion plant in Brazil, but has presented the country with a list of demands that must first be met. On the list are the following: • A large facility, housing more than

Pancho Villa’s Great Nephew New Top Cop in Mexico’s Quintana Roo

Published on 2011-05-06 15:13:35

The name Carlos Bibiano Villa Castillo may not be familiar to many outside of Mexico, but the retired Mexican army general, and new head of coast state Quintana Roo’s department of public security is the great nephew of the revolutionary leader Pan

Central and South America Saw Increase in Foreign Investment in 2010

Published on 2011-05-06 14:13:52

A report from the United Nations is showing an increase of 40 percent in foreign direct investment in Latin America, which adds up to about $113 billion. Brazil in particular saw a big jump in foreign entity investments. Following the South American

Protesters in Mexico March to End Calderon’s “Badly Planned” War on Drugs

Published on 2011-05-06 13:13:24

In Mexico, a protest consisting of hundreds of marchers has begun. They walk in their capital in demand of peace and an end to the violent drug war that is destroying their country from within. Thursday, protesters began a 3-day march in Mexico City

Campaign Looks to Preserve Latino Culture With Help From Linda Ronstadt and Latino Youth (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-06 12:12:45

Linda Ronstadt and other celebrities are lending their names, faces, and support to a new campaign intended to engage Latino youth in their culture and history by way of creative expression. Valor Latino, which launched Wednesday at Los Cenzontles (

Illinois Senate Passes their own version of The Dream Act..On to the House Now

Published on 2011-05-06 02:05:36

This week , the Illinois Senate passed the Illinois Dream Act with an overwhelming 45-11 bipartisan vote- with 11 GOP Senators voting in favor of the bill. The Illinois DREAM Act now moves to the Illinois House, where it should see a vote in the nex

Numerous Properties in Latin America and Spain Being Considered for UNESCO’s World Heritage List

Published on 2011-05-06 01:31:12

Remarkable natural and cultural properties from 40 countries will be considered for inscription on UNESCO’s World Heritage List during the meeting of the World Heritage Committee in Paris (19 – 29 June). Six of these countries stand to have prop

Dominican Republic Set to Expand Lending to Corporate Sector

Published on 2011-05-06 00:11:43

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and Banco BHD of the Dominican Republic signed the contracts for $17.5 million financing facility that will strengthen Banco BHD’s capital to further expand its long-term lending to the corporate sector, in

Narco Blog: Family Attacked in Chihuahua- 2 yr Old and Infant Missing

Published on 2011-05-05 21:00:25

A group of gunmen attacked a family traveling in a van during the afternoon. The attack occurred in the streets of the colony Tierra Nueva, Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua. In the vehicle was the body of Adrian Cano Peña, 28, while his wife tried to flee

Chicago Has Already Reached 100 Homicides in 2011

Published on 2011-05-05 20:17:43

Chicago has now surpassed 100 homicides for 2011. The 100th murder victim was reportedly a 25-year-old man who was fatally shot on April 27th. The shooting took place on the 3900 block on West Thomas Street in Humboldt Park. This is quickest Chica

Europes Largest Bank, Santander, Suspends Funding of Controversial Brazil Dam

Published on 2011-05-05 18:26:40

Europe’s largest bank, Santander, has suspended its funding for Brazil’s hugely controversial Santo Antonio dam, citing environmental and social concerns. The decision is a serious blow to the project, one of a series of dams planned for the Ama

Commission Recommends Latino Museum be Built in U.S. Capital

Published on 2011-05-05 17:11:43

A report released by a presidential commission created under the Bush administration (G.W. Bush) is now recommending that a National Museum of the American Latino be built in Washington D.C. The commission report, which is scheduled to be presented

Read Conmigo Program Help Hispanic Children’s Bilingual Literacy Skills

Published on 2011-05-05 15:38:16

Infinity Insurance announced the launch today of the Read Conmigo Program. Read Conmigo provides parents with tools to improve their families’ reading habits and foster a lifelong love of reading. Reading to children leads to academic,

Mayor Daley at Final City Council Meeting: “I Love Chicago More Than You Can Imagine”

Published on 2011-05-05 15:34:47

Thursday, Chicago’s Mayor Daley presided over his last City Council meeting. The emotional farewell had the mayor he “loved every minute” of his public service job. “I love Chicago more than you can imagine. It’s been a great honor for me

Sen. Menendez Introduces Bill to Recognize Importance of Cinco de Mayo

Published on 2011-05-05 15:34:04

In honor of Cinco de Mayo, U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez (D-NJ) introduced bipartisan legislation to recognize the significance of the date May 5, 1862, when the Battle of Puebla was fought by Mexicans who were struggling for their independence and freed

Immigration Law: Florida Passes SB 2040. A Racial Profiling Bill

Published on 2011-05-05 01:52:36

Florida SB 2040 Passes in Florida. In a surprise move, the Senate voted on the immigration bill SB 2040. Without debate, the Florida Senate unexpectedly voted Wednesday morning 23-16 to approve SB 2040, a controversial immigration crackdown bill. T

Raft Made of Wood & Intertubes Intercepted on U.S. Waters with Cubans Attempting to Reach U.S.

Published on 2011-05-05 01:21:31

U.S. Customs and Border Protection marine interdiction agents thwarted an attempt by four Cuban citizens to reach the U.S. on a crude raft Thursday morning. While conducting marine operations in the waters south of Key West, agents aboard a CBP vess

New Spanish-speaking Career Scholarship Announced

Published on 2011-05-04 22:37:24

Metaphrasis Language and Cultural Solutions (Metaphrasis), a leading Chicago-based language services company today announced their medical interpreting scholarship program is now open for applicants. Responding to the growing demand for qualified me

Santino Bros. Wrestling Academy offering Lucha Libre Training in Southern CA

Published on 2011-05-04 22:36:34

Santino Bros Wrestling Academy is proud to announce the arrival of Los Luchas Phoenix Star & Zokre to the list of schools within the dojo. Effective immediately, Los Luchas have secured the Tuesday night slot of 7pm - 10pm for traditional lucha l

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Adds New Members to Advisory Council

Published on 2011-05-04 21:27:31

The Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) today announced recent additions to its 2011-12 Advisory Council, adding dedicated national leaders committed to the organization’s mission of developing the next generation of Latino leaders.

Narco Blog: Criminal Group “The Line” interrogates Sinaloa Drug Cartel Member (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-04 21:00:45

Blog of Narco has a video that was received through an anonymous email in which three hooded captors are interrogating a man identified as Carlos Estrada. The young man being questioned belongs to the Sinaloa Cartel. He confessed to and was cap

Cinco de Mayo in Little Village

Published on 2011-05-04 20:14:14

For the second year in a row, Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood will host a 3-day festival in remembrance of the Battle of Pueblo, which occurred on May 5, 1862. The annual celebration on 26th Street and Kostner Avenue are some of the biggest

Men Arrested for ‘Selling’ Prostitutes from Mexico & Central America in U.S.

Published on 2011-05-04 18:26:14

Joseph H. Hogsett, U.S. Attorney, today announced the dismantling of a criminal organization similar to those involved in the illegal importation and distribution of controlled substances—the only difference being that the product being imported an

Understanding the Illinois DREAM Act (SB 2185)

Published on 2011-05-04 17:19:50

For 10 years, universities, business leaders, community groups, and immigrants have urged Congress to pass the DREAM Act. DREAM would enable undocumented students – brought to the US as children – to earn legal status by continuing their educatio

Spain’s El Hierro Island is Looking to Become the Greenest Place on Earth

Published on 2011-05-04 16:45:11

The Easternmost of the Canary Islands is launching an innovative wind-power system that will make the island fully energy self-sufficient. El Hierro, located some 750 miles from the Spanish mainland, is a volcanic island with little to none access

Boat on San Diego Beach Leads to Seizure of Large-Scale Human Smuggling Operation

Published on 2011-05-04 01:27:34

A key figure in a large-scale maritime human smuggling organization and three alleged are facing charges, that began with the discovery of an abandoned vessel on a San Diego County beach and culminated six hours later with the arrest of the boat’s

Honduras Set to Return to the Organization of American States

Published on 2011-05-04 00:17:44

The announcement by the Organization of American States (OAS) that the Principal condition for the return of Honduras to the OAS has now been met. The Honduran Supreme Court, on May 2, resolved the criminal cases against former President Zelaya in ac

Breakfast Enchiladas Recipe

Published on 2011-05-03 23:36:44

This recipe turns a dinner favorite into a breakfast favorite. Also makes a great addition to your brunch menu. Ingredients: 6 eggs, cooked scrambled with a pinch of salt 6 corn tortillas 3 tablespoons oil 3 cup

13th Annual Hispanic Heritage Youth Awards Scholarships Now Available

Published on 2011-05-03 22:09:38

Latino high school juniors across America can apply to the Youth Awards program presented for the 13th year by the Hispanic Heritage Foundation (HHF). The 2011 Youth Awards applications are available at www.hispanicheritage.org and must be postmarked

Selena Gómez to Host MuchMusic Awards 2011

Published on 2011-05-03 22:09:03

The young actress and singer, Selena Gomez, will be the host of Canada’s 2011 Much Music Video Awards on June 19th. “I am thrilled and honored to host the MuchMusic Video Awards,” said Selena in a statement. “I look forward to s

Narco Blog: 27 Narco Banners Appear of Zetas “Calling Out” Rival Cartel

Published on 2011-05-03 21:06:19

Many Narcobanners appeared this morning in the state of Nuevo León, around 5:40 am; Unknown men arrived at different places and put blankets containing the same message to CDG from the Los Zetas Gulf Cartel. There were 27 Narcobanners, which all ap

Logan Square Farmers’ Market Faces Opposition From Alder. Colon

Published on 2011-05-03 20:30:46

Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood, like many others, has long had farmers markets up and down its streets, but politics nearly prevented them from continuing, as Alderman Rey Colon tried to have the permits take away. Local reports said that

President Obama Meets with Congressional Hispanic Caucus to Discuss Immigration

Published on 2011-05-03 17:20:02

Today the President and Senior Administration Officials met with members of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus to discuss the importance of fixing the broken immigration system for our nation’s 21st century economic and security needs so that Americ

“If You Don’t Succeed Try Again and Again Latin Style” (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-03 17:14:33

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TB Cases in NYC Down, but Most Common in Ecuadoran, Chinese Communties

Published on 2011-05-03 15:31:16

In New York, tuberculosis cases have hit an all-time low. However, it is still a major health issue in the city’s Ecuadoran and Chinese communities. The problem, health officials say, is that immigrants are still carrying the lung disease over fro

California Advances Bill to Allow Communities To Opt Out of ICE Secure Communities Program

Published on 2011-05-03 02:00:25

California lawmakers are considering allowing communities to opt out of using ICE’s “Secure Communities” program. California accounts for more than a third of the deportations under the program. Secure Communities links up the FBI’s cri

Legal Experts Weigh in on Executive Branch Authority as Its Relates to Immigration

Published on 2011-05-03 01:16:50

President Obama’s insistence that his “hands are tied” by Congressional inaction on immigration has raised questions about how much executive power the President has when it comes to immigration. To this end, top immigration law experts, includ

Commitment

Published on 2011-05-02 22:07:32

This year I celebrated my 30th wedding anniversary, and in fact my husband and I have been “an item” for almost 34 years. I have worked at the same university for 22 years. One of my closest friends is someone I met at my very first job 38

Narco Blog: Children Often the Victims in War on Drugs

Published on 2011-05-02 20:45:39

This weekend we celebrated Children’s Day, but in Mexico, the war on drugs has killed many children, led by President Felipe Calderón. Until a few days ago, there have been 236 children and adolescents killed in drug battles, some have been

Chicago to Play Manchester United at Soldier Field July 23, 2011

Published on 2011-05-02 20:12:26

Last week, he Chicago Fire Soccer Club, in conjunction with MLS and CAA Sports, announced that the Chicago Fire will take on Manchester United at Soldier Field on Saturday, July 23 at 7:00 p.m. CT as part of the World Football Challenge. Complete det

Rising Food Price Expected to Negatively Impact Urban Poor of Latin America

Published on 2011-05-02 19:57:23

Rising international food prices could trigger an acceleration of inflation in several countries in Latin America and the Caribbean this year, highlighting the need for policies to protect the urban poor, according to a new study by Inter-American De

Comcast Set to Open Spanish-Language Call Center in Florida Employing 300 People

Published on 2011-05-02 18:57:46

Comcast Cable is set to open a new call center in Miramar, Florida that will be operating as a Spanish-language center, employing 300 people. This dedicated customer-service center will handle inquiries and sales calls for the nation’s larges

Mexico’s Press Now Listed as “Not Free” in World Press Report

Published on 2011-05-02 17:19:58

As the drug war rages on in Mexico, the country’s press is becoming more and more stifled. While HS News’ acquaintance behind the Narco Blog is still publishing the often-gruesome photos of the near-constant violence in Mexico, most media outle

Illegal Immigrants Loss Homes in Tornadoes, Fearful to Ask for Federal Aid

Published on 2011-05-02 16:28:31

As the southeast region of the U.S. starts its recovery from deadly tornadoes that left countless dead, undocumented aliens living in the region are fearful to rebuild with federal aid. For example, the 30 or so families that are illegally in the co

Colombian Performance Artist Dies Freakishly in Front of His Art Patrons (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-02 15:52:00

John Jairo Villamil asphyxiated while in the middle of a performance art piece about his perception of Bogotá and its surroundings. Villamil, 25, tied a garbage bag around his head, removed his shoes, and put his feet in a bucket of water, while h

Arizona Governor Brewer Authorizes Border Fence, Hopes to Fund with Donations

Published on 2011-05-02 01:23:54

Arizona’s Governor Jan Brewer has signed a bill authorizing the construction of a U.S.-Mexico border fence that will either connect with other states or be a stand alone. The bill lacks clarity since it does not specify a budget or identify where

“Justice Has Been Done” - President Obama Confirms Osama bin Laden is Dead

Published on 2011-05-02 00:40:46

UPDATE: President Obama at 11:35 (EST) confirmed from the White House that Osama bin Laden had been killed by U.S. forces in a special operation authorized by him earlier today. He reminded the nation that bin Laden had openly declared wa

JUST IN: “Justice Has Been Done” - President Obama Confirms Osama bin Laden is Dead

Published on 2011-05-01 22:49:07

UPDATE: President Obama at 11:35 (EST) confirmed from the White House that Osama bin Laden had been killed by U.S. forces in a special operation authorized by him earlier today. He reminded the nation that bin Laden had openly declared wa

Chicago Park District Summer Programs

Published on 2011-05-01 21:40:01

Registration for Chicago Park District Summer Programs is underway. Walk in registration begins at 9:00 a.m. at most parks, but you can contact Humboldt Park directly at 312.742.7549 for more information. Programs include… * Day camps fo

Mayor Bloomberg New Immigration Solution: Send Immigrants to Detroit to Revive Economy

Published on 2011-05-01 20:20:43

New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, who appears to have more ideas on immigration reform then the President himself presented another idea on “Meet the Press” today. He maintains that if the U.S. wants to maintain or has any hope of reviving its e

STUDY: Stop Smoking Campaigns Aimed at Minorities Must be Respectful of Culture & Language to Work

Published on 2011-05-01 17:40:29

Research finds positive media encouragement campaigns help Hispanic’s stop smoking. The American Legacy Foundation surveyed 4,067 current adult smokers on media campaigns featuring diverse characters with sympathetic stop smoking messages.&

Haitians in Peru Seeking Refugee Status, Action Endorsed by Church

Published on 2011-05-01 16:48:20

The Peruvian Episcopal Conference, has informed, the Regional Office UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), that it has began operations for the recognition of the legal refugee status to approximately 30 people from Haiti, blocked in the city of

Brazil Announces Sports Partnership to Help Rio’s Youth Ahead of 2014 World Cup & 2016 Olympics

Published on 2011-05-01 14:06:38

In an international effort to promote social transformation through sports, the city of Rio de Janeiro together with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), the FC Barcelona Foundation and the National Basketball Association NBA, announced today a

J Lo Glistens in Gold for her Album Release Party (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-05-01 13:24:39

J Lo wowed this weekend at The Grove in Los Angeles when she released her new album Love? In keeping with the British madness around the royal wedding, she entered abroad a decked-out English double decker tram. With music blaring and her danc

Join us This and Every Sunday At HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-05-01 12:00:21

Introducing: Artist: Onda Vaga Song: Mambeando Directed By: Nano Garay Santaló Produced by: Marina Ventura / Julian Kartun Published in Notitas de Noticias

Major Drug Cartel Leader Extradited from Mexico to U.S. to Face Mulitude of Charges

Published on 2011-05-01 01:11:51

Alberto Benjamin Arellano-Felix, an alleged leader of the Arellano-Felix Organization (AFO), was extradited by the government of Mexico to the United States to face racketeering, money laundering and narcotics trafficking charges in California.

El Salvador Supreme Court Disbands 2 Political Parties

Published on 2011-04-30 23:00:03

El Salvador’s Supreme Court is disbanding two formerly powerful political parties, both of which are at least 50 years old because neither won the minimum level of votes in the 2004 presidential election. The court declared that the centrist Ch

NARCO BLOG: Body of 14 Year Old Found in Acapulco ( Warning: Explicit Photo)

Published on 2011-04-30 19:01:51

On Thursday morning , a 14-year-old was found dead in the area of “The Beaches”, a few meters from the German Costera, in Acapulco, Guerrero. The young man was executed in the Gran Via Tropical , and was identified as Alain Channels Stephano.&n

Spotlighting the Plight of Immigrant Minors Detained in Texas

Published on 2011-04-30 18:00:10

Even as strict immigration bills await committee hearings in the Texas Legislature, a steady stream of unaccompanied immigrant minors continues to attempt to cross the border into the United States. Figures show more than half come from as far away a

Brazil Population at 190.7 Million, Almost 10% Remain Illiterate

Published on 2011-04-30 17:00:54

The Brazilian Geography and Statistics Institute, IBGE released the 2010 Census on Friday. The total Brazilian population is 190,755,779 up 1.17% from 2000. Women account for 51% of the population, while 42.1 % of the population lives in southeast B

Fox Business, The Birther Channel, Still Promoting Falsehoods About Obama’s Birth Certificate

Published on 2011-04-30 16:10:37

Even after the release of President Obama’s long-form birth certificate, Fox Business guest Alan Keyes still falsely claimed the certificate Obama originally released was inadequate proof of citizenship and that there is a “serious”

REPORT:  ‘Urgent Need’ for Cancer Research Among U.S. Minorities

Published on 2011-04-30 15:09:58

The United States urgently needs to expand research and improve understanding of cancer among minority populations, according to a special report issued Thursday by the President’s Cancer Panel. While minorities currently account for roughly o

Senior Policy Analyst Michele Waslin Discusses Immigration on Univision (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-30 14:59:41

Watch Senior Policy Analyst Michele Waslin discussing discussses the Immigration Policy Center’s Second Annual Review of Department of Homeland Security. Published in Notitas de Noticias

California Dream Act Hearing Thursday May 5th

Published on 2011-04-30 14:00:12

While the youth-driven movement to pass the Dream Act failed in its objective last year, the political fight raised awareness about the estimated half-million Californians younger than 30 years old who could have benefited from the legislation if the

2012 and the Maya Calendar

Published on 2011-04-30 13:00:37

Over the past few years, a cultural phenomenon of curiosity has grown around the date of December 21, 2012, just like it did over the year 2000 (Y2K). Events such as the 1910 appearance of Halley’s Comet, certain planetary alignments, Hollywood

Karl Rove Says President Obama’s Lack of Immigration Reform is Losing Him Latino Voters

Published on 2011-04-30 01:00:18

This week on Fox Business Network, former top presidential adviser Carl Rove also said that President Obama’s numbers are tumbling in the Latino community not simply due to lack of immigration reform but also due to a general dissatisfaction in Oba

Lucha Libre Super Fights Figure No 22- Special Edition with Mil Mascaras in Apple App Store

Published on 2011-04-29 22:44:15

The new Apple application goes on sale next Monday, May 2, the new edition shows significant improvements in both design and sections. However, dedicated to the legendary Mil Mascaras, the edition is available exclusively for iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch

Telemundo to Launch 2011 El Poder de Saber Education Initiative

Published on 2011-04-29 22:40:46

Telemundo Communications Group, a leading producer of high-quality content for Hispanics in the U.S. and audiences around the world, today announced the launch of its 2011 “El Poder de Saber” (The Power of Knowing) multiplatform campaign. The pub

WATCH Principe Felipe, La Reina Sofía and Princess Leticia at the Royal Wedding

Published on 2011-04-29 21:24:42

El Principe Felipe, La Reina Sofia Y La Princesa Letizia, came to Príncipe Guillermo’s wedding in representation of the Spanish Royalty. Published in Notitas de Noticias

NARCO BLOG: 10 Criminals Captured in Jalisco with Arsenal

Published on 2011-04-29 20:54:16

The Attorney General of Justice in Jalisco, issued an official bulletin to announce that thanks to an anonymous tip, they were able to capture 10 men, and secure their arsenal of weapons and equipment. Those responsible for conducting the action on

Chicago Organization’s Annual 5K Helps Handicapped Move Past Obstacles May 1st

Published on 2011-04-29 20:00:49

Wheeling resident Reveca Torres damaged her spinal cord during a family trip to Mexico in 1994. “Becky,” as she’s called by family and friends, 13 years old at the time, was physically paralyzed and went to the Rehabilitation Institute of Chica

Brazilian Prison Guard Accused of Torture Deported by U.S. Immigration

Published on 2011-04-29 19:38:17

A man wanted for torturing prisoners in Brazil in 2005 was deported on Tuesday and turned over to Brazilian authorities Wednesday morning by officers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO)

Law to Protect Children Immigranting Through Mexico Alone, “Not Doing Enough” say Advocates

Published on 2011-04-29 17:12:35

The Trafficking Victims Protection and Reauthorization Act of 2008 was designed to help the vulnerable Mexican children sent across the U.S.-Mexico border alone, but advocates on both sides of the border say the law is not being implemented well. T

13th Annual Celebration of ‘El Dia de los Niños’ Set for Tomorrow

Published on 2011-04-29 15:24:53

This year marks the 13th annual celebration of El Día de los Niños (Celebrating Young Americans) in the U.S.-, a day where children throughout the country are honored. The National Latino Children’s Institute has led the efforts to es

Puerto Rico: Number of Minors Involved in Crime Increasing

Published on 2011-04-29 15:23:46

In Puerto Rico, authorities are worried about the rising number of young people becoming involved in criminal activity. The day after Julian Romero Rodriguez, 21, was stabbed to death on a beach in San Juan’s upscale Condado neighborhood, police d

U.S. Immigration’s Victim Assistance Program Puts Victim’s Needs First

Published on 2011-04-29 01:20:08

The phone rings at 1:32 a.m. At that hour, the news can’t be good. The agent on the line received a referral from a local law enforcement partner who encountered an abused and exploited individual, potentially someone who has been trafficked fo

Hispanic World Prepares for Nuptials of Príncipe Guillermo, and Future Princesa Catalina

Published on 2011-04-29 00:48:38

The Hispanic world, like everywhere else, is preparing for the royal wedding nuptials of Príncipe Guillermo, and Future Princesa Catalina, as they will be known in the region. Traditionally, the names of Popes, and members of the Royalty are t

Hush Puppy Recipe

Published on 2011-04-28 23:00:49

Now, this may sound odd, but believe it or not hush puppies are great with syrup on top. The main purpose of these delicious treats is to accompany soup. Hush Puppy Ingredients And Equipment For this recipe you will need: 3 Cups Corn Meal 5 Cups B

“The Patriarch” Captured in Guatemala, US Offered $500,000 Reward

Published on 2011-04-28 21:02:40

Nicknamed “The Patriarch”, Lima Lorenzana is the charismatic symbol of the clan who is accused of bringing many drugs into the United States. The family owns 15 companies, including construction, transportation lines, including the export of fru

Man, 25, Shot and Killed in Humboldt Park

Published on 2011-04-28 20:16:58

Wednesday afternoon, a man was killed in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood in what police believe was a gang-related shooting. According to the Cook County medical examiner’s office, Marcus Hurley, 25, died from a gunshot wound to the

President Obama Meets with Hispanic Public Figures to Discuss Immigration

Published on 2011-04-28 17:24:10

Thursday, President Obama hosted a number of “influential Hispanics from across the country to discuss the importance of fixing the broken immigration system.” Invited were the following: Administration officials expected to attend the

Mortgages Scare for Minorities According to Most Recent Study

Published on 2011-04-28 16:49:42

The report, Paying More for the American Dream V, examines the most recent home mortgage data available to the public, for New York City and six other metropolitan areas, including Chicago and Los Angeles. The report shows disparities in conventional

American Learns the Importance of Knowing Spanish Slang

Published on 2011-04-28 15:25:35

No matter which you speak, nearly all languages have their own slang. For one American starting a new life in Chile, it took some getting used to. Fifteen years ago, Jared Romey moved to Chile from Maryland. He thought his many years of Spanish cour

$15,000 Fine for Owl Kicking Soccer Player Luis Moreno

Published on 2011-04-28 15:19:17

Panamanian soccer player Luis Moreno was sanctioned by the Environment Department of Barranquilla. The fine, equates to 50 current Colombian minimum wage salaries. According to Humberto Mendoza, director of the environmental organization issuing

Mexico’s Contribution to Pope John Paul II Beatification: A Miracle and Mangos

Published on 2011-04-28 14:52:45

This May 1st, the late Pope John Paul II will be beatified as México embraces the memory of one of the world’s most charismatic religious leaders. John Paul II is widely recognized as one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century, a

Obama Criticizes Georgia’s Immigration Bill (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-28 02:00:21

President Obama has weighed in on the controversial Arizona style law that the Georgia Governor has said he intends to sign into law. “It is a mistake for states to try to do this piecemeal. We can’t have 50 different immigration laws ar

Federal Judge Blocks Local Town’s Day Laborer Law - They Can Return to Corners to Seek Work

Published on 2011-04-28 01:40:34

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit today upheld a preliminary injunction barring enforcement of an ordinance in Oyster Bay, Long Island that violates day laborers’ core constitutional right to free speech. As a result of the ruling, d

Opportunity for Latinos Wanting to Write for Major Television Networks

Published on 2011-04-28 00:16:26

The National Latino Media Council (NLMC) Television Writers Program submission period is now open for those writers who can write at least one half-hour comedy or one-hour dramatic television script in English within a five-week period of time. The p

Lucha Libre’s Tony Guerrero crowned Overall Champion

Published on 2011-04-27 23:00:13

The capital’s Tony Guerrero was crowned overall champion nuyevo Saw Colombia – at the Maracana Arena on the last date he faced the giant Guerrero Maximum “The Spartacus”. In an evening full of surprises for the audience the gladiator got

Honduras to Spend $37 Million to Improve Basic Education

Published on 2011-04-27 22:45:25

Honduras will improve basic education for more than 100,000 students with the help of a $37 million loan from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). The financing will help students to learn more in basic education schools that serve the country

Announcing 2011 National Keynote Contest

Published on 2011-04-27 22:25:13

Campus Progress and Colorlines.com announced their 2011 National Keynote Contest. The contest is a call for young people to speak their minds about racial justice for a chance to address over 1,000 attendees at the 2011 Campus Progress National Confe

NARCO BLOG: “The Doll’s” Mother Turns Her In- #74 Arrested For Slaughter

Published on 2011-04-27 21:00:54

Sarai Diaz Fabiola Arroyo, better known as “The Doll” , mother heard through the media that the Attorney General’s Office was searching for her daughter .The Fila is wanted for the slaughter in San Fernando Tamaulipas. There was also a f

White Sox - La Noche del Trabajador

Published on 2011-04-27 20:22:38

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FTC Sends Out $1.5 Million in Refund Checks to Hispanics for Discrimination of Mortgage Lender

Published on 2011-04-27 17:12:25

The Federal Trade Commission has mailed refund checks to Hispanic borrowers allegedly charged more on their mortgage than their white counterparts. The refunds total $1.5 million. The 3,100 refund checks are a result of a lawsuit filed by the FTC ag

Deportation of DREAMers Being Suspended

Published on 2011-04-27 15:36:54

Two years ago, Olga Zanella, 20, began her battle with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), but the Mexican-born college student has lived under the possibility of deportation since she was a child. Like so many before her, and since, whe

Conn. Governor Supports Keeping College Student in US and Homeland Security Reverses Decision

Published on 2011-04-27 01:59:16

A Connecticut College Student fighting deportation has received word that the US dept of Homeland Security has reversed their decision to demand that he leave the country in 60 days. When Mariano Cardoso was 22 months old, his family entered the co

U.S. Border Patrol Arrests Illegal Aliens, Thwarts Human Smuggling Attempt

Published on 2011-04-27 01:23:00

A collaborative effort between Customs and Border Protection Office of Air and Marine and the U.S. Border Patrol prevented a maritime human smuggling attempt yesterday that resulted in the arrest of seven Mexican nationals. At approximately 5:30 p.m

Economic Mobility Remains Out of Reach For as Much as 42% of Latino Youth

Published on 2011-04-27 00:20:45

Latino youth are one of the fastest-growing segments of the population in the United States, poised to fill the workforce gap as millions of baby boomers retire over the next decade. Yet, achieving economic mobility remains out of reach for as much a

Quick and Easy Guacamole Recipe

Published on 2011-04-26 23:00:53

Ingredients 3 avocados - peeled, pitted, and mashed 1 lime, juiced 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup diced onion 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper (optional) Directions

National Bankers Assoc. Launches Scholarship Program for Minority Students

Published on 2011-04-26 22:15:26

The National Bankers Association Foundation, Inc. (“NBAF”), the outreach and education arm of the National Bankers Association (“NBA”), will hold its Inaugural Scholarship Fundraising Banquet to raise funds for minority studen

NARCO BLOG: 3 Minors Caught with AK-47’s

Published on 2011-04-26 21:00:11

Raul Avila, commissioner of the Federal Police in Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua, announced last Friday that resulted in the capture of three minor gunmen. The Police received a report at the Centre for Emergency and Rapid Response, which indicated that t

Actress Adamari Lopez in Evanston for Breast Cancer Awareness

Published on 2011-04-26 20:13:44

Sam’s Club and General Mills host a Breast Cancer Awareness event at the grand reopening of the Evanston location Friday, May 6, at 5 p.m. Hispanic superstar and breast cancer survivor Adamari Lopez will be on hand to meet with fans and sign

MX Government Rescues 51 Migrant Hostages at Border, Chinese Migrants Amongst Them

Published on 2011-04-26 19:26:18

Mexican authorities are reporting the federal police rescued 51 kidnapped migrants at a house in the border city of Reynosa, Tamaulipas, located across the border from McAllen, Texas. This is the federal police’s, under the auspices of Mexico’s

PEW:  Record Number of Latinos Voted in 2010 Midterm Elections

Published on 2011-04-26 18:21:53

A new study out by the Pew Hispanic Center shows that a record 6.6 million Latinos voted in last year’s mid-term elections. This finding disputes some earlier reports that Latino’s stayed home and also signals the influence they can exert i

U.S. Government Looks to Change the U.S.‘s Broadcasts in Cuba

Published on 2011-04-26 17:17:37

U.S. government radio and TV broadcasts in Cuba are under new management, and it is being promised that an effort will be made to make the station more relevant and try to reach a younger audience. While President Bush pushed for the use of the radi

Mexican Brothers Wanted for Mother’s Day Killing Caught In U.S., Now Deported

Published on 2011-04-26 01:22:11

Two Mexican brothers wanted in their native country for a murder three years ago were turned over to Mexican law enforcement officials at the San Ysidro border crossing here Friday by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers, four days

Israeli Defense Industry’s New Focus is the Latin American Arms Market

Published on 2011-04-26 00:35:09

This year’s Latin American Aerospace and Defense Exhibition just ended and Israel’s defense industry walked away with numerous lucrative contracts all underlining their new focus in this region. Elbit, one of Israel’s largest defense companies

A Gracious Goodbye

Published on 2011-04-25 22:13:49

I have been on the faculty of the College of Management and Business at National Louis University since 1989. In this day and age of great mobility and job insecurity that is a very long time to work in one place. In my role as a professor, cur

Traffic Cop Executed in Monterrey

Published on 2011-04-25 21:00:53

Little after 5pm yesterday, a traffic cop of the municipality of Monterrey, Nuevo León was ambushed by an armed group while he was working transit on Lincoln St. The armed men open fire against the officer, killing him almost instantly. In a matt

Illinois Latino Agenda Calls for 20 Latino Districts, Releases Proposed Maps

Published on 2011-04-25 20:11:09

“We’ve Shown You Ours, Now Show Us Yours.” 49-Member Agenda releases proposal for 16 House, 4 Senate districts at final House hearing, along with a call for transparency, inclusion in redistricting process The Illin

Over 180 Nations Take Part in International Immunization Drive

Published on 2011-04-25 19:10:27

Some 180 countries and territories are for the first time carrying out simultaneous United Nations-backed immunization campaigns this week, targeting diseases such as influenza, measles, polio and tetanus. The World Health Organization’s Immun

Mexican Officials on Use of Drones in Latin America: Regulations Should Be Established

Published on 2011-04-25 17:13:25

As Latin America is beginning to use unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) more often, many are asking for a code of conduct to be established and followed, amidst a number of close calls between the drones and people, as well as privacy concerns. While r

Listen to “El Alcalde Bronco” The “Corrido” for the Mayor of García, Nuevo Leon (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-25 16:01:40

Mayor Jaime Rodríguez Calderón has survived two drug cartel assassination attempts while in office. Now as a recognition of sorts, he’s gotten his own “corrido.” Corridos are Mexican folk songs, that as of recently, seem to be more d

Critics Say NASCAR Fails to Include MInorities

Published on 2011-04-25 15:31:24

In 1961, Wendell Scott broke NASCAR’s color barrier, and became the first black man to race in the sport. Now, 50 years later, NASCAR says it is pushing for more minority inclusion, though many are wondering if it really means it. Though many have

Mayor Bloomberg:  Immigration Necessary for U.S. Growth - “You Can’t Deport Them”

Published on 2011-04-25 15:30:44

This Sunday, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg was a guest on “Fox News Sunday” where he once again extolled the virtues of immigrants and immigration. He urged conservatives to stop fighting the tide of immigration and embrace it as somethi

Sex Offenders and Cocaine Smuggler Arrested by U.S. Border Patrol

Published on 2011-04-25 01:22:13

U.S. Border Patrol agents from the El Centro Sector arrested two illegal aliens with history of criminal sex offenses and seized over $500,000 in cocaine over the past few days. The first incident occurred on Monday, at approximately 10 p.m., when B

Study on Economic Growth in Cuba wins International Research Prize

Published on 2011-04-25 00:14:44

The winning study was entitled “Economic growth in Cuba: an analysis from total factor productivity”, and was presented by a professor from Havana University, Yaima Doimeadiós Reyes. In her study, the author sought to establish which var

UN:  Middle Class in Latin America is Growing, Positively Effecting 128 Million People

Published on 2011-04-24 22:05:07

Franco, Martín Hopenhayn and Arturo León have explored the changes to the middle class in Latin America between 1990 and 2007, using analysis combining the occupation of the main household breadwinner and family income. They conclude that, up to th

NARCO BLOG 4 Policemen executed in Torreón

Published on 2011-04-24 17:00:45

A few minutes before 10 am on Sunday, the Center for Computing and Crisis Control, better known as C-4, received calls from civilians reporting four dead men by the shore of the Nazas river, in Las Huertas, Gómez Palacio, Durango. The bodies prese

HS-News Wishes Our Readers a Very Happy Easter!

Published on 2011-04-24 15:52:23

As a celebration, HS-News brings you photos of how Catholics around the world celebrate this day. Copacabana, Bolivia Poteryaevka, Russia Istambul, Turkey Manila, Philippines Panamá, Panamá La Paz, Bolivia Florida K

Bay Area Man Sentenced for Impersonating Immigration Official and Extorting Money from Immigrants

Published on 2011-04-24 14:20:04

A Redwood City, Calif., man was sentenced Wednesday to three years in prison and three years of supervised release following his conviction by a federal jury for conspiracy, impersonating a federal officer and attempted extortion. Frank Salvador Sol

Tribeca Film Institute During Festival Announces Grants for Latino Filmmakers

Published on 2011-04-24 13:10:37

As the 2011 Tribeca Film Festival is underway good news comes to independent Latino moviemakers with the announcement of grants available. The film festival through its Tribeca Film Institute, whose mission is to encourage the independent movie maki

Join us This and Every Sunday At HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-04-24 11:56:49

Introducing: Artist:Lulacruza Song:Pensar Bonito Lulacruza Are: Alejandra Ortiz and Luis Maurette Published in Notitas de Noticias

Mexico Deports Italian Journalist and Scholar Gianni Proiettis Amidst Cloud of Secrecy

Published on 2011-04-24 11:21:45

It appears Mexico has deported its first foreign journalist since the 1990’s, Italian professor, scholar and journalist Gianni Proiettis. The motive for the deportation remains unknown but what is known is that Prioiettis, who has lived and worked

¡Increible! Lionel Messi First Player to Score 50 Goals in a Spanish Soccer Season

Published on 2011-04-24 10:12:18

Lionel Mess appears unstoppable reaching a landmark goal tally yesterday. On Saturday Messi became the first player ever to score 50 goals in a Spanish soccer season. This incredible feat occurred when Barcelona beat Osasuna by 2-0. It w

Casa Central Sponsers Run in Humboldt Park For Latino Human Services

Published on 2011-04-23 21:31:13

Casa Central in Humboldt Park co-hosted the Wrigley Early Start Run with Voices for Illinois Children and Prevent Child Abuse America to raise money for La Posada, an interim housing program for homeless families, and other services that help the pre

2011 Baseball’s Race & Gender Report Card:  Good but Has Been Better in the Past

Published on 2011-04-23 20:56:19

The Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sport (TIDES) has just released the 2011 Racial and Gender Report Card for Major League Baseball. The report acknowledges the ‘steady improvement’ the league has been doing in the area of hiring, promoti

CBP Offers Tips for Easter Holiday Border Crossing

Published on 2011-04-23 19:40:01

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at the ports in Arizona are providing guidance to assist travelers who intend to travel between the United States and Mexico in the days before the Easter holiday. The tips are designed to ease the

Five Women Found Savagely Murdered in Acapulco, Victims Include 14-Year Old

Published on 2011-04-23 18:46:39

The beautiful beach resort town of Acapulco is the scene of two bloody murder scenes, both involving women as the victims. Early this morning in a beauty salon the first set of victims were found with their throats slashed. Mexican poli

NARCO BLOG Armed Men Attack Family in Nayarit

Published on 2011-04-23 16:59:59

A family was attacked by armed men last Thursday night at the community of Pantanal, in the Xalisco municipality of Nayarit. Reports indicate that the family was traveling in a burgundy Ford Lobo, when armed men intercepted them on the streets of

Hispanic Teen Pretends to be Pregnant at Local School to Highlight Stereotypes

Published on 2011-04-23 16:56:43

No everyone in Toppenish, Washington expected honor student Gaby Rodriguez to get pregnant at 17 years old but she did, well actually she faked it. Why such an outlandish lie and hoax – it was a social experiment to debunk some myths about te

Join Eva Longoria in Supporting the National Museum of the American Latino

Published on 2011-04-23 15:29:58

As we near Cinco de Mayo and prepare to honor Latinos across our community, both locally and nationally, Eva Longoria, is inviting you to join her in a historic effort to memorialize the role of Latinos in the U.S. by supporting the work of the Natio

New Travel Warning to Mexico Issued by State Department

Published on 2011-04-23 13:15:10

The U.S. Department has issued another new travel warning to Mexico for government employees to area where drug cartel violence is highest. The new travel warning is banning U.S. government personnel from traveling in certain parts of the state of J

WATCH Demi Lovato’s Interview on 20/20

Published on 2011-04-23 13:00:43

In last night’s interview on ABC’s 20/20, Sonny With a Chance star Demi Lovato opened up about her leaving the show, her time in rehab and her struggle with bipolar disorder. Published in Notitas de Noticias

Top Anchorage Police Officer Identified as Illegal Alien, This ‘Excellent Employee’ Now in Jail

Published on 2011-04-23 10:01:50

Anchorage, Alaska law man Rafael Espinoza is actually Rafael Mora-Lopez an illegal alien from Mexico working here illegally and with false credentials. Mora-Lopez had been a police officer for six years and took a false identity that no one seemed t

Arson and Executions Persist in Durango

Published on 2011-04-22 21:00:30

This time it happened in San José del Ranchito, in the El Mezquital municipality. Armed men burned six houses and a vehicle, before executing two local men. “The lives of locals Alejandro Galindo Villegas, 75 and Eudalio Cardona Luna, 59, were

Lead Pollution Detected at Pilsen Elementary School, Nearby Smelter Accused

Published on 2011-04-22 20:12:19

In Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood, toxic levels of lead have been measured in the air outside an elementary school, and state and federal officials believe they may have found the source. Monitors were placed on the roof of Perez Elementary sch

22 arrested in Chicago area during ICE operation targeting gang members

Published on 2011-04-22 19:11:35

Agents with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), in close partnership with local law enforcement, arrested 22 men during a five-day operation this week. This is the latest local effort in an o

Migrant Workers in Canada Suffer From Poor Health

Published on 2011-04-22 17:19:05

Two new research papers have revealed that migrants working in Canada often develop health problems as a result of their grueling jobs, and unfit housing. The papers say that migrants from Mexico, Jamaica, the Philippines and other countries are no

U.S. Officials to Travel to Guatemala to Discuss Intercountry Adoptions

Published on 2011-04-22 17:03:04

Special Advisor for Children’s Issues Ambassador Susan Jacobs will visit Guatemala from April 24-25 to accompany Senator Mary Landrieu for meetings on intercountry adoption. She will meet with government officials and nongovernmental adoption stake

Mexicans Celebrate Easter With Recreation of The Passion

Published on 2011-04-22 16:10:55

This Semana Santa, thousands of people come from all over México to converge at the capital, in the neighborhood of Ixtapalapa, to watch the annual passion of the Christ. Gilberto Morales Pedraza, 20, walks slowly, but ceremoniously through the st

Lawmen in the Dominican Republic Abandoning the Law, Helping Cartels

Published on 2011-04-22 15:40:29

In the Dominican Republic, it seems that more and more police officers, soldiers, and other lawmen are turning their backs on the law, and joining the drug traffickers and engaging in illegal activity. Those that try to stop them, however, are someti

Hispanic Federation Raises $1M At Star-Studded Benefit Gala

Published on 2011-04-22 15:08:17

The Hispanic Federation welcomed nearly 700 distinguished guests and honorees to its star-studded 2011 Annual Benefit Gala at The Waldorf-Astoria. Under the theme of “Ignite the Light,” the Federation’s gala helped raise over 1 million dollars

Cartoon Network Latino Goes Green for Dia de La Tierra

Published on 2011-04-22 14:40:27

HS-News wishes our readers a very happy and insightful Earth Day 2011, a world celebration of our planet, and the day to really think about hat can we do to save it. Some say that kids are the future; with that in mind, Cartoon Network has modifie

Organizers Looking to Change Violent Juarez Image with 400,000-capacity Concert

Published on 2011-04-22 14:29:41

Organizers are looking to build a concert stage spanning the Rio Grande in the hopes of having the first-ever binational event at the site. The Juárez Competitiva is a two-week entertainment event scheduled for October that is being held as a way t

Previously Deported Convicted Felon Charged with Illegally Re-entering the US

Published on 2011-04-22 01:15:13

A previously deported criminal alien from El Salvador was indicted by a federal grand jury on Wednesday for illegally re-entering the United States. The indictment resulted from an investigation conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement&#

National Latino Leaders Fast to Protest Budget Cuts

Published on 2011-04-22 00:19:50

Today national Latino leaders and organizations announced that they will be joining Ambassador Tony Hall in fasting, prayer and personal sacrifice to call attention to proposed budget cuts that will hurt vulnerable people. “The Latino community wo

Government Recognize High-Scoring Students in the 2010-11 National Financial Capability Challege

Published on 2011-04-21 22:05:33

As part of an ongoing effort to mark national Financial Literacy Month, the U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Department of the Treasury today recognized high-scoring students in the National Financial Capability Challenge for the 2010-11 school

Curfew to Minors in Acuña, Cohahuila

Published on 2011-04-21 20:59:34

The Public Safety Direction, has implemented a curfew during the school break period, effectively barring teenagers from being outdoors or in public places during the evening and late night hours. Rodolfo Castillo Montes, sub-director of Public Saf

National Hispana Leadership Institute to Hold Latina Empowerment Conference in Chicago

Published on 2011-04-21 20:12:15

Features Influential Women From the Area and Nationwide The National Hispana Leadership Institute (NHLI), the premier executive leadership organization preparing Latinas for positions of national and international influence, public policy impact and

Mexican American Children in CA Exposed to 2nd Highest Amount of Flame Retardant Chemicals

Published on 2011-04-21 17:19:46

A new study has revealed that Mexican-American school children in California are contaminated with up to seven times more flame retardants (also called PBDEs) than children in Mexico and their own mothers. The study was published in the journal Envi

Evo Morales Accepts U.S.  Financial Aid Offer to Combat Illegal Coca

Published on 2011-04-21 16:13:12

Bolivia has agreed to, in a joint effort with the US and Brazil, destroy every last bit of illegal coca plant. “Under the Bolivian principle of respect to the sovereignty and the dignity, Bolivia will sign the agreement with those two countri

Hispanics More Digitally Engaged Than General Population

Published on 2011-04-21 15:30:13

Not only are Hispanic consumers more likely to regularly use smartphones and tablets, they tend to be more engaged on their mobile devices than the general population, according to the BIGresearch® Simultaneous Media Usage® Survey (SIMM®17 - Decem

Telemundo Debuts First Bilingual Action-Drama “RPM Miami”

Published on 2011-04-21 15:06:20

Telemundo and mun2 have partnered to bring the first English-Spanish action drama about Miami’s underground car racing scene. “It is designed for the new multicultural American audience. We hope it will grow and that we will be able to c

Arizona’s Sheriff Arpaio Keeps His Name in the Headlines with “Mugshot of the Day”

Published on 2011-04-21 14:19:03

Continuing his antics and public humiliation, “America’s Toughest Sheriff,” as he likes to call himself, is now allowing the online community to vote on the “Mugshot of the Day.” When visiting the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office website

Alleged member of Latin Kings & Queens Charged in Multiple Murders

Published on 2011-04-21 01:36:43

An additional alleged member of the Almighty Latin Kings and Queen Nation (Latin Kings) has been indicted for his alleged role in a racketeering conspiracy in Hammond, Ind., and elsewhere, announced Assistant Attorney General Lanny A. Breuer of the C

Cuban NGO ‘Damas de Blanco’ Recognized by State Dept for Human Right Efforts

Published on 2011-04-21 00:17:25

Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs William Burns will present the Diplomacy for Human Rights Award, the Human Rights and Democracy Achievement Award, and the Human Rights Defenders Award in the Department of State’s Treaty Room, Thursda

U.S. Competition to Reward & Spotlight Top Community Colleges

Published on 2011-04-20 22:27:34

Dr. Jill Biden is set to lead the launch of a U.S. competition to reward and spotlight the nation’s top community colleges. The top 120 ranked community colleges are to be announced, and all eligible for inaugural Aspen Prize fund

‘Templar Knights’ Strike Again!

Published on 2011-04-20 20:45:11

Elements of the municipal police of Lázaro Cárdenas, Michoacán, found a Chevy vehicle engulfed in flames this morning. Next to the car, set ablaze presumably by the Templars, there was a narcomanta with a message signed by the group who cl

2nd Annual DREAM Gala

Published on 2011-04-20 20:21:10

Friday, April 22, 2011 6:00 p.m. Apollo’s 2000 Banquet Hall 2875 W. Cermak Rd., Chicago, IL The DREAM Gala Committee would be honored by your presence at the 2nd Annual DREAM Gala in support of college students who struggle financially in o

3 Restaurant Chain Executives Indicted on Federal Immigration Charges

Published on 2011-04-20 19:35:13

The father and son owners of a regional Mexican restaurant chain, along with the company’s accountant, will be arraigned in federal court in Tucson Thursday on tax and immigration violations contained in a 19-count indictment stemming from a length

Colorado Bill Regarding Non-Citizens Possibly Voting Struck Down

Published on 2011-04-20 17:26:11

A bill targeting those that register to vote despite not being U.S. citizens presented by Secretary of State Scott Gessler has failed to make it through the state Legislature. Monday, HB 1252 was struck down by Sen. Rollie Heath in the Senate State,

Oxi, the New Drug Causing Panic in Brazil

Published on 2011-04-20 16:21:57

A bi-product of cocaine, and is four times powerful, “oxi” is frighteningly cheap and more deadly than crack. Public sanitation in Brazil does not know how to deal with this new drug. Crack is already 6 times stronger than cocaine, and

Hispanics and Their Relationship with the Media: Myths Debunked

Published on 2011-04-20 15:31:51

A recent Nielsen report has attempted to put to rest certain myths regarding U.S. Hispanics and their “interaction with today’s media.” Two of the myths it touches on are 1) Bilingual Hispanics don’t watch Spanish-language television and 2)

Could Georgia’s Famous Vidalia Onion Be Threatened with Planned Boycotts?

Published on 2011-04-20 15:25:09

As the state of Georgia gets ready to kick off the official season for its beloved and lucrative Vidalia onions, others are worried talks of boycott due to the immigration issue, will hurt the season. The Vidalia onion brings in $145 million a year

Border Patrol Agents Rescue 28 Illegal Aliens

Published on 2011-04-20 01:39:21

U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Rio Grande Valley sector saved the lives of 28 illegal aliens in several separate incidents over the past five days. “Fortunately our agents were able to save these people’s lives, but sadly these types of inci

Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia Basilica Victim of Arson

Published on 2011-04-20 00:12:54

Spanish authorities are reporting that one of the country’s most favored tourist attractions, the Sagrada Familia basilica was the victim of arson. This attack comes one week after the tabernacle and statute of Virgin Mary were destroyed by v

Arroz a la Mexicana-Traditional Mexican Rice Recipe

Published on 2011-04-19 23:00:11

This turned out exactly like the authentic Mexican restaurants. My family enjoyed this and we will be keeping the recipe.. Ingredients: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 cup medium grain rice 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1 mediu

Writing for Health and History

Published on 2011-04-19 22:04:56

I am a writer. I have always written. I come from a family of writers. I have sisters who are masters of poetry and prose. My father who is as unlikely a writer as anyone wrote a few poems in his day. I encourage my daughters to write. So

32 Zetas Arrested in Hidalgo

Published on 2011-04-19 21:45:51

Authorities from the state of Hidalgo, have presented the 32 zeta members, who were captured during the weekend. Some of these bandits are said to be involved with a car bomb that terrorized the El Carmen community. Damián Canales, Secretary of

MALDEF 2011 Chicago Awards Gala to Honor Leaders

Published on 2011-04-19 20:01:06

Award Recipients Include U.S. District Court Judge Ruben Castillo, Chicago United President Gloria Castillo, and Latino Progresando Executive Director Luis Guitierrez On Thursday, April 21, 2010, at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, MALDEF wi

61% of Americans Oppose Granting Automatic Citizenship to Children of Illegal Immigrants

Published on 2011-04-19 19:52:51

Several Republican senators are seeking to amend the law that grants full U.S. citizenship to children born to illegal immigrants in this country, and voters strongly support such an effort. A new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey shows th

CAUGHT ON CAMERA Chilean Soccer Player Jorge Valdivia Takes A Whiz Mid-Game! (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-19 17:26:27

As the game was stopped for a few seconds, The Palmeiras de Brasil player decided to go do number one on the sidelines. The soccer player known as El Mago, denies having relieved himself, and says his thigh hurt… You be the judge Pub

Castro Steps Down from his 50-Year Reign as Leader of Cuban Communist Party

Published on 2011-04-19 17:18:57

True to his word, President Raul Castro at the Community Party conference in Cuba, promised sweeping changes and a ‘rejuvenation’ of the Communist party – and it happened. Starting with his brother Fidel Castro announcing his resignation as le

Demi Lovato Says No More “Sonny With A Chance” for Me (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-19 16:16:15

The young star, Demi Lovato, has confirmed she’ll leave the show to focus on her health, recovery and her career as a singer. “We respect Demi’s decision to focus full-time on her music and not immediately return to her acting career,” said

Two Illegal Aliens Sentenced to Prison for Attempting to Export Weapons

Published on 2011-04-19 01:24:15

Two illegal aliens from Mexico were sentenced to federal prison for their roles in attempting to export munitions from the United States without a license, announced U.S. Attorney José Angel Moreno, Southern District of Texas. The investigation was

Spain’s First Female Ambassador to Vatican Arrives in Rome

Published on 2011-04-19 00:19:35

Benedict XVI, received in audience Maria Jesus Figa Lopez-Palop, the first woman to serve as Spain’s Ambassador to the Holy See. At the beginning of his address, the Pope recalled his visit to Santiago de Compostela and Barcelona this past Nov

MetLife to Help Promote Positive Academic Outcomes for Hispanic Children

Published on 2011-04-18 22:23:18

MetLife Foundation’s continued financial support of Big Brothers Big Sisters with a $500,000 grant will enable it to expand its services to meet the needs of Hispanic children and families. Since 2008, MetLife Foundation has contributed a total

Illinois Latinos Ready Proposals for Redistricting to Ensure Fair Representation

Published on 2011-04-18 20:34:23

Looking to increase their power in the state legislature when Illinois’ district boundaries are redrawn, a number of Latino groups are preparing their proposals in preparation for upcoming hearings. Saturday, there will be three redistricting

Hispanic Children Who are Not Reading Well by 3rd Grade, Twice as Likely to Not Graduate from H.S.

Published on 2011-04-18 19:29:46

Educators and researchers have long recognized the importance of mastering reading by the end of third grade. Students who fail to reach this critical milestone often falter in the later grades and drop out before earning a high school diploma. Resu

NJ Man Sentenced for Threatening Employees of Numerous Latino Civil Rights Organization

Published on 2011-04-18 18:46:38

The Justice Department announced today that Vincent Johnson of Brick, N.J., was sentenced to 50 months in prison and three years supervised release for sending a series of threatening email communications to employees of five civil rights organizatio

Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem Share The Stage With Prince. Check Out Bardem’s Moves! (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-18 17:29:44

In what would be a double date with hermano Eduardo and his woman Eva Longoria, Penélope Cruz got to dance on stage with her man Bardem. Gossip sites on the internet, allege the two videos below happened the same day, and Prince invited Penélope C

Cartel Leader “El Kilo” Arrested, Lead Suspect in Mass Grave Killings

Published on 2011-04-18 17:24:11

This weekend Mexican authorities announced the arrest of drug kingpin Martin Omar Estrada Luna, also known as ‘El Kilo’ for his involvement in the mass grave killings recently discovered. Luna is allegedly a key member of the vicious Zeta drug c

Pearce, Brewer: SB 1070 Was a Success

Published on 2011-04-18 17:12:45

Controversy, protests, marches of solidarity, anger, and applause. Arizona’s immigration bill SB 1070 has caused all of the above in the last year, but despite the displeasure shown by many, Gov. Jan Brewer and Senate President Russell Pearce are c

Chilean Scientists Study Drop in Population of Antartic Penguins

Published on 2011-04-18 16:03:41

Chilean scientists are studying the decline in the Antartic penguin population and are attributing the fall to the abundance of krill, penguins’ main food source. Recent research published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sci

Lawsuit in Massachusetts Hopes to Give Legal Resident Aliens Right to Possess Handguns

Published on 2011-04-18 01:30:23

The Second Amendment Foundation filed a federal lawsuit challenging a law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts that denies legal resident aliens the licenses required to possess a handgun in the home for self-defense, or purchase any kind of firearm.

Man Throws Molotov Cocktail at Drive-Through Window of Local Burger King

Published on 2011-04-17 21:14:09

Michael Tucker of the 4200 block of West Kamerling Avenue has been charged with throwing a Molotov cocktail through a drive-through window of a Humboldt Park Burger King. Police are holding Tucker on a $450,000 bond for the Saturday incident at 3943

Spain’s Fiscal Position Improving, Financial Bailout Remains “Out of the Question”

Published on 2011-04-17 19:34:44

A European Finance Minister has categorized Spain’s fiscal position as ‘improved’ and therefore not in the need of a bailout like Greece, Ireland and Portugal have sought. Belgian Minister Didier Reynders stated Spain was showing “a very go

Leading Hispanic Organization Urges Georgia Governor to Veto Arizona-Style Immigration Bill

Published on 2011-04-17 17:38:40

The National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund issued the following statement regarding Georgia HB 87: “The National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund st

American’s Crossing Border for Cheaper Gas in Mexico In Spite of Long Lines & Possible Violence

Published on 2011-04-17 16:56:54

At $2.94 or less for a gallon of gas in Mexico, U.S. residents are braving long lines and putting fears of violence aside. According to AAA reports, gas in the U.S. is averaging $3.82 but is much higher in many places, making the Mexico price v

Miley Cyrus to Tour Latin America for the First Time

Published on 2011-04-17 15:07:21

Miley Cyrus will be touring in Latin America for the first time in her career kicking off her ‘Gypsy Heart’ tour on April 29th in Quito, Ecuador. She describes her Gypsy Heart tour as “not just a tour for me, but a mission to spread love.”&n

Cuba Wants Term Limits and to “Rejuvenate” Communism

Published on 2011-04-17 13:47:38

As happens with anyone that is getting older a time of reflection and introspection occurs which is what appears to be happening to President Raul Castro. In hindsight the 79-year old realizes Cuba’s communism needs rejuvenation and that mi

Join us This and Every Sunday At HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-04-17 12:00:18

Introducing: Artist: Proyecto Asfalto Song: Try Love Written by: Lyrics and Music by: Alejandro Calle Piano and Backup Vocals: Juan Andrés Ospina Mixed by: Santiago Camacho Direction: Juan David Caro Published in Notitas de Noticia

Killer Storms Wreak Havoc in 6 States, Leaves 39 Dead Most in North Carolina

Published on 2011-04-17 11:14:41

Emergency crews throughout 6 southeastern states continue to assess the damage from killer storms that brought tornadoes, flash floods and hail. Thus far the death toll stands at 39. North Carolina appeared to take the brunt of the storms forc

House of Horrors in Mexico: 13 bodies, 3 Headless Ones and 4 Severed Heads Found

Published on 2011-04-17 10:52:48

Mexican authorities were conducting an investigation inside a house in the state of Durango when in a pit they discovered ten complete bodies, three headless corpses and four severed heads. Authorities are not sure if the four severed heads belong t

Chicago Officers Seize Unprecedented Number of Counterfeit Drivers Licenses

Published on 2011-04-16 21:07:22

Since the beginning of this year, Chicago Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations officers working at the International Mail Facility at O’Hare Airport have seized more than 1,700 counterfeit state drivers licenses coming in

House of Horrors in Mexico: 13 bodies, 3 Headless Ones and 4 Severed Heads Found

Published on 2011-04-16 19:23:04

Mexican authorities were conducting an investigation inside a house in the state of Durango when in a pit they discovered ten complete bodies, three headless corpses and four severed heads. Authorities are not sure if the four severed heads belong t

Friday’s Rebecca Black’s Idol is None Other Than Selena Gomez (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-16 18:19:42

Listen to an interview with Rebecca Black, the nasally voice behind YouTube hit ‘Friday’. E Entertainment reporter interviews the 13-year old about her ‘career’, her dream to perform with Justin Bieber and of course her aspiration to be

U.S. Sending Help to Mexico to Fight Border Wildfires

Published on 2011-04-16 17:25:54

The U.S. government is sending specially equipped Air Force planes to Mexico to help the raging wildfire in the northern part of the country, close to the Texas-Mexico border. Two C-130 planes will bring 3,000 gallons of fire retardant material with

Claims Process to Open for Hispanic Farmers to Resolve Discrimination Suits

Published on 2011-04-16 16:55:26

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved and set up a process by which to handle claims of discrimination for Hispanic and women farmers while they were applying for loans. Hispanic and women farmers will have 180-days this su

U.S. Contributes $126.8 Million to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

Published on 2011-04-16 14:25:58

The United States is pleased to announce a contribution of $126.8 million toward the 2011 operations of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The contribution, funded through the State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refuge

12% of Students Admitted to Harvard Are Hispanic, A Record Number this Year

Published on 2011-04-16 12:27:58

The elite Harvard College is reporting that it set a record in minority representation in admissions this year, specifically 12.1% of the 2,158 students admitted were Hispanic. Last year Latinos made up 10.3% of the incoming class. The largest minor

Passenger Plane Coming into U.S. from Colombia Found to Contain Drugs Hidden in Cabin

Published on 2011-04-16 11:27:56

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection canine unit discovered 21 ounces of cocaine concealed in an airline cabin panel about 4:30 p.m. Thursday at Washington-Dulles International Airport. CBP narcotics detector dog Rex alerted during a routine enforce

Argentine’s Last Dictator Reynaldo Bignone Sentenced to Life in Prison for Crimes Against Humanity

Published on 2011-04-16 10:31:22

The former Argentinean dictator, Reynaldo Bignone, and four other individuals were sentenced to life in prison for crimes against humanity. Bignone was convicted of participating in 56 cases of torture, theft and other human rights abuses during his

Last Two Weeks of Heavy Rain in Colombia Leave 45 Dead, 50 Landslides in 1 Week Alone

Published on 2011-04-16 09:14:37

As a result of heavy rains throughout the week a mudslide swept a bus in central Colombia leaving 16 dead and 4 missing. The bus was traveling from Bogota to the central city of Manizales when the mudslides swept it into a nearby ravine. Rescu

Nogales Border Fence to be Upgraded

Published on 2011-04-16 01:32:52

U.S. Border Protection has announced they will be upgrading nearly three miles of U.S.-Mexico border fence near Nogales, Arizona. The original fence built in 1994 will now be stronger, newer and taller. The current border fence will be replace

A ‘Taste of College Life’ for High Schoolers at Renown Cambridge College

Published on 2011-04-15 22:08:12

Every parent has experienced certain degrees of anxiety and stress that their teens have exhibited during their high school years. Guidance counsellors and private educational consultants are advising a ‘tasting of college life’ to

Three Children Die As A Result of Molotov Attack in Ciudad Juárez

Published on 2011-04-15 21:00:42

A group of unidentified thugs drove by a Ciudad Juárez home, and threw a Molotov cocktail through the window of the bedroom where the children slept. Four year old Antonio, three year old Jorge and one year old Joanna perished in the attack. The

Illinois School Reform Plan Introduced

Published on 2011-04-15 20:17:21

Five months after negotiations began, Illinois Senate Democrat has introduced a new education reform plan. If approved by the Senate, the plan will lengthen school days, makes it more difficult for teachers to strike, change tenure rules, and give mo

The Sheriff Arpaio Circus Continues Despite His Legal Issues

Published on 2011-04-15 19:13:32

Media monger, Joe Arpaio, Sheriff of Maricopa County in Arizona, is making headlines once more, but this time, he probably doesn’t like it. The controversial sheriff is accused of misusing nearly $100 million in funds, but despite all this, he

Majority of Americans Give Quality of Health Care a C, D or F

Published on 2011-04-15 18:41:32

Poll should be considered ‘a wake-up call,’ expert says. Most Americans believe the quality of health care in the United States is average at best, a new poll finds. The telephone survey of 1,034 adults aged 18 and older found that 55 p

Mexico Predicts $3.5 BN for Tourism from Foreign Investment in Next 3 Yrs

Published on 2011-04-15 18:06:14

Mexico’s tourism ministry has announced that it has secured $2.5 billion in foreign investment commitments and expects another $1 billion to come in over the next three years to enhance the country’s tourism sector. At a press conference, presid

Mosquito Coast Sees Financial Boom From “White Lobsters”, Trafficking

Published on 2011-04-15 15:33:18

“White lobsters” or what some call “bendiciones de Dios” (godsends) have transformed Nicaragua’s Caribbean coast into a much more affluent community than it was just a decade ago, but experts warn that there is a p

‘Black in Latin America’ New PBS Series Set to Premiere

Published on 2011-04-15 15:14:08

Black in Latin America, a new four-part series on the influence of African descent on Latin America, is the 11th and latest production from renowned Harvard scholar Henry Louis Gates, Jr., writer and presenter of the acclaimed PBS series African Amer

Congressman Rothman Introduces Bill Benefitting People of Vieques, Puerto Rico

Published on 2011-04-15 14:46:29

From 1941-2003, the Navy tested nearly every kind of munitions employed by the U.S. military, dropping millions of pounds of ordnance on Vieques. Today, Congressman Steve Rothman (D-NJ) is proud to introduce the Vieques Recovery and Development

Former Mexican Federal Agent Returned to Mexico to Face Drug Charges

Published on 2011-04-15 02:14:47

A former agent for the Mexican judicial police, who is wanted in his native country on drug trafficking charges, was turned over to Mexican law enforcement officials at the border crossing here Wednesday morning following his capture in the Bay Area

Outreach Program Educates Teen About Dangers of Drug Smuggling

Published on 2011-04-15 01:35:51

In 2008, within 24 hours, five teenagers were apprehended at the San Ysidro Port in San Diego, Calif., and the Calexico Port in Imperial Valley, Calif. Each of them had narcotics strapped to their torsos and legs. Drug smuggling organizations had enl

Creamy Burrito Casserole Recipe

Published on 2011-04-14 23:00:52

Great recipe! Very flavorful! I added green onions to casserole which added more flavor. I also chopped up tomato and avocado to add on top when it was done cooking. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopp

Laureate Education Acquires First Institution in Portugal

Published on 2011-04-14 22:32:48

Laureate Education, Inc. has acquired Instituto Superior de Linguas e Administracao (ISLA), the third largest and oldest private institute of higher education in Portugal. ISLA joins Laureate International Universities, and is the first institution i

NARCO BLOG: Authorities Increase Efforts to Capture Zeta Leaders After Discovery of Mass Narco Grave

Published on 2011-04-14 21:00:40

Sources of the Deputy Department on Organized Crime, report that at the request of the Federal Government, they have deployed intelligence panels to capture Miguel Angel Treviño Morales, alias The Z-40, and Heriberto Lazcano Lazcano, alias El Lazca,

The 11th Annual Chicago Día de los Niños Celebrating Young Americans Parade

Published on 2011-04-14 20:13:43

Children’s Day is a Latin American tradition that celebrates the hopes we have for our children and the important role they play in shaping our future. More than 5,000 children and their families attend the Chicago Dia de los Niños Parade each ye

Justice Dept Files ADA Lawsuit Against Puerto Rico Justice Dept for Discriminatory Practices

Published on 2011-04-14 19:15:55

The Justice Department today filed a lawsuit in federal court in San Juan, Puerto Rico, charging the Puerto Rico Department of Justice (PRDOJ) with employment discrimination for failing to provide a reasonable accommodation to an employee with a disa

More Counties in Ohio Participating in ICE Program to Remove Criminal Aliens

Published on 2011-04-14 18:05:04

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) today began using the Secure Communities program in Crawford, Miami, Shelby and Wayne counties to help federal immigration officials identify criminal aliens in state prisons and local jails by running t

Mexican Lime Farmers Fight to Keep Business Going Despite Cartel Interference

Published on 2011-04-14 17:05:09

Though the most devastating effect of the drug war in Mexico has been the loss of so many lives, there are many other related issues that plague the region. In fact, local drugs traffickers have invaded the lives of lime farmers now, and require som

Paul McCartney’s Rio Show Sells Out in One Hour

Published on 2011-04-14 16:37:25

This morning, after one hour of being open to online buyers, the website selling the tickets informed the 45,000 seats had been purchased. Rio de Janeiro will be the last date of the former Beatle’s Latin American tour. It had been 21 years sinc

Fired Employees say Chipotle Ignored Immigration Issues

Published on 2011-04-14 02:11:47

Undocumented immigrants who were working at Chipotle Mexican Grill say management-ignored signs that called workers immigration status into question. “They know we’re hard workers and that we are going to do the job the way they want, s

ICE Programs to Identify & Remove Criminal Aliens Spreading in Michigan

Published on 2011-04-14 01:16:10

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) today began using the Secure Communities program in seven Michigan counties including Allegan, Barry, Calhoun, Jackson, Kalamazoo, Muskegon, Muskegon and Ottawa to help federal immigration officials iden

Very Large Number of Peruvians Living Abroad Voted in Presidential Election

Published on 2011-04-14 00:40:38

The Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs is reporting a large number of Peruvians living outside of the country voted in this most recent Presidential election. The Ministry is reporting close to 360,000 or 48% of those living abroad voted at their

Lucha Libre: Samuray Del Sol “Erotica”  (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-13 23:00:16

The surprises continue for the function on Saturday April 16 at Arena Lopez Mateos. In the role DTU “Erotica” , will debut Samuray Del Sol. He will make an appearance and demonstrate the high quality that he is known for. Perhaps

NARCO BLOG: Man Executed and Left with Nailed-in Narco Message (Warning: EXPLICIT PHOTOS)

Published on 2011-04-13 20:59:16

Eduardo Valentin Canseco, born in Loma Bonita, Oaxaca, was executed with at least 10 bullet wounds, according to some law enforcers. The execution took place during the afternoon yesterday when the man walked by a vacant lot in the Yucatan and Cuauh

DUI Strike Force Patrol In the Ogden (10th) District [[April 17th]]

Published on 2011-04-13 20:02:59

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One Day, One Border Station - One Million Dollars in Marijuana Seizures

Published on 2011-04-13 19:38:08

U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Rio Grande City station confiscated nearly $1.1 million worth of marijuana in a pair of seizures Monday evening. The largest seizure occurred near La Rosita, Texas, when agents patrolling spotted several peo

Honduras Worse Than Mexico, Police Ignore Rise in Violence Against Journalists ,LGBT Community

Published on 2011-04-13 17:23:03

While you’d be hard-pressed to a go a day without hearing about the violence in Mexico, many Americans would likely be surprised to learn that Honduras actually has the highest murder rate in the Western Hemisphere. However, what should surprise ev

UN to Focus on Sustainable Management of Rainforests

Published on 2011-04-13 17:08:44

Top officials from more than 35 nations covering the world’s three major rainforest regions will gather at a United Nations-backed conference next month to discuss the common challenges faced by these vital ecosystems that support more than a billi

Juanes Visits Sesame Street (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-13 16:27:26

The Colombian musician visited the set of Sesame Street, where he gave Elmo a quick lesson in Spanish. Below, highlights from Juanes’ appearance, and as an added bonus, a video compilation of some of the most remarkable Hispanic guests in the

AZ Governor Brewer Vows to Fight On

Published on 2011-04-13 01:55:34

Republican Governor of Arizona, Jan Brewer says she will continue to fight regardless of a second court declaring portions of SB70 are unconstitutional. Brewer told Fox News: “Of course we are disappointed. The bottom line is it is another hurdle.

Kin of Deceased Chilean President Salvador Allende Want to Exhume His Body for Autopsy

Published on 2011-04-13 01:27:03

The kin of the deceased former President of Chile, Salvador Allende, want his body exhumed some 38 years later in order to conduct an autopsy into cause of death. The relatives have taken their request to a Chilean judge and are seeking to renew the

Univision Adding Two New Spanish-Language Cable Channels to Line Up

Published on 2011-04-13 00:17:51

Univision Communication is not satisfied being the number one Spanish-language network but wants to make a presence in the cable market by adding two new channels. Yesterday Univision announced it will be adding the UniNovelas channel dealing with t

Cheese Quesadillas Recipe- Quick and Easy

Published on 2011-04-12 23:01:54

Prepare these kid-friendly quesadillas on the grill for a smoky flavor and pretty presentation. Stuff with cooked chicken breast, veggies, or additional cheese, if desired. Ingredients 1/2 cup shredded jack cheese 5 or 6 flour tortillas (8 in. wide)

Learning to Love Reading

Published on 2011-04-12 22:05:05

Most of us learned to read as a child. For some it was quite easy and for others it was more difficult, but eventually we learned this skill so that we can function or even enhance our daily lives. But when we learned to read, at least it was t

LIttle Village Academy’s “No Home Lunch” Policy Angers Parents

Published on 2011-04-12 20:03:08

A school in Chicago’s predominantly Hispanic, Little Village neighborhood is making headlines from coast to coast, as its attempt to make student lunches healthier has parents up in arms. Administrators at Little Village Academy on Chicago’s Wes

Immigration in the 21st Century and the Browning of America

Published on 2011-04-12 19:25:49

According to the 2008 American Community Survey released by the U.S. Census Bureau, there are nearly 38 million foreign-born persons residing in the United States. Although in absolute numbers this represents the highest figure ever, it amount

Relacionan el peso con complicaciones en algunas pacientes de histerectomía

Published on 2011-04-12 19:03:06

Un estudio halla que el sangrado y las infecciones son más probables en las mujeres obesas y las que están por debajo de su peso Un estudio reciente indica que en comparación con las mujeres de peso normal, las mujeres obesas son más propensas a

The Ever Young Mexican Novelist Carlos Fuentes Featured on AARP VIVA

Published on 2011-04-12 18:37:56

One of Mexico’s best known living writers is featured on the cover of AARP’s Viva magazine possessing all the wit and insight he is known for. At 82 years old he doesn’t show any signs of wanting to retire noting to AARP that “retirin

Puerto Rico Stands to Lose $200 Million from Proposed Budget Cuts

Published on 2011-04-12 17:19:16

The $38 billion in proposed budget cuts would cost the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico $200 million that are currently allocated to it. The current budget proposal before U.S. legislators would reduce by 10% all funds that Puerto Rico receives from th

College Town issues ID’s regardless of Citizenship

Published on 2011-04-12 02:10:15

For the past nine months, the Latin American Legal Defense and Education Fund, a Princeton-based Hispanic advocacy non-profit organization, has been issuing municipal identification cards to any one who can prove that they live or work in the city.

Banco do Brasil, Latin America’s Largest Bank, Looking to Expand in U.S.

Published on 2011-04-12 00:29:16

Latin America’s largest bank in terms of assets, Banco do Brasil is confirming it is in talks to acquire U.S.-based bank Eurobank. Brazil’s government owned, Banco do Brasil is confirming earlier reports that it was in advanced negotiations to a

Oyuki- Io Sharai - Lucha Libre AAA

Published on 2011-04-11 23:03:06

A while back I did a write up on joshi puroresu wrestler turned masked luchadora Mio Shirai, or Kitzune Nanoko. In that entry I mentioned her sister Io Shirai who was wrestling under the name Biba Kasa at the time. Well here is a little more on

Minority Internship Program Seeks 2011 Student Applicants

Published on 2011-04-11 22:13:53

The Minority Access National Internship Program is offering PAID internships to talented undergraduate and graduate students who want to experience the diversity and scope of career opportunities available in the federal government and other particip

NARCO BLOG: Entire Town Taken Hostage by Gunmen in Chihuahua

Published on 2011-04-11 21:01:52

The people of the community named Jicamórachi, in the municipality of Uruachi, in Chihuahua, have been kidnapped for several days now. An armed group appeared in the town a few days ago and has decided to stay, closing off the town. There are abo

Little Village Wants It. Lakeview Doesn’t. So Why is a Walmart Being Set-up For Lakeview?

Published on 2011-04-11 20:21:43

Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood wants a Wal-Mart built in their area, East Lakeview does not want one in theirs. So who gets one? East Lakeview, of course. Despite staunch opposition to a Wal-Mart being placed in the north lakeside neigh

National Latino Republican Group Urges Arizona Governor to Drop SB 1070 Litigation

Published on 2011-04-11 19:46:40

A National Latino Republian group, Somos Republicans, has called upon Arizona Governor Jan Brewer to end the litigation over SB 1070 after today’s U.S. Court of Appeals ruling that went against the state. Somos Republians were pleased t

San Diego Maritime Foils Several Smuggling Attempts Over 5-Day Period

Published on 2011-04-11 18:33:25

he San Diego Maritime Unified Command (MUC) is comprised of the U.S. Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Air & Marine, CBP Office of Field Operations, CBP U.S. Border Patrol, ICE, as well as state and local law enforcement

Arizona Environmental Agency Looking to Reduce Air Pollution, Starting With Mexico’s Trucks

Published on 2011-04-11 17:16:57

Each day, hundreds of Mexican trucks cross the U.S.-Mexico border, often idling for hours as they wait in the long lines that can build up at the crossing. In the meantime, exhaust fumes, and other vehicle emissions are filling the air, and adding to

Daniel Catan, First Mexican Composer To Produce Opera in U.S., Dies

Published on 2011-04-11 17:02:43

Mexican born composer, Daniel Catan died over the weekend according to the University of Texas’ Butler School of Music, where he was the composer-in-residence. The 62 year old composer was well known in his native Mexico for his lyrical and romant

Pennsylvania Judge Stops Deportation of British Immigrant

Published on 2011-04-11 01:09:48

In a stunning decision, Judge Andrew Arthur ended deportation proceedings against Paula Spiers, a 43 year-old British citizen who immigrated to the United States over 40 years ago. Spiers, a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania resident, was facing removal fro

Former Mexican President Fox: Drug Legalization Will End ‘Bloody’ Drug Wars

Published on 2011-04-11 00:19:25

Former Mexican President Vicente Fox is once again advocating for a different approach to the raging drug cartel wars in his country: legalize drugs in the U.S. and Mexico. Fox is eager to bring his message to American audiences since the U.S. is th

Elastic Arts in Logan Square for the Month of April

Published on 2011-04-10 21:25:35

If you haven’t been up to Elastic Arts yet, you most definitely have your chance during April and May! Elastic Arts is an essential resource in Logan Square for visual art, performance and culture. And there is no shortage of events

Latino Decisions: Housing Crisis Making Latino Voters Anxious

Published on 2011-04-10 19:41:45

The effects of the mortgage crisis continue to make the U.S.’s Latino community very anxious. Both homeowners and renters are still being affected by the depressed housing market, unemployment and a slow economy, according to results of the most re

Belize is Honeymoon Choice for Newlywed Reese Witherspoon and Family

Published on 2011-04-10 17:54:48

The island nation of Belize is one of Central America’s lesser known countries - that is until newlywed’s Reese Witherspoon and agent/husband Jim Toth chose it for their ‘familymoon’. People magazine and others are reporting Withersp

Will People Magazine’s ‘Most Beautiful’ 2011 Cover Star be Jennifer Lopez??

Published on 2011-04-10 17:36:23

Though it’s not official – many sources are loudly whispering that People magazine’s 2011 ‘Most Beautiful’ cover star is Jennifer Lopez. With her stint on American Idol being covered by the press daily to reviving her singing career w

U.S. Issues Travel Warning to (3) Mexican States due to Potential Threats Against U.S. Citizens

Published on 2011-04-10 16:31:15

The United States Consulates General in Matamoros, Nuevo Laredo, and Monterrey advise American citizens that the U.S. government has received uncorroborated information that Mexican criminal gangs may intend to attack U.S. law enforcement officers or

POLL:  Majority of Americans Feel Enforcing Immigration Law Would Reduce Poverty Levels in Country

Published on 2011-04-10 15:34:02

Americans feel more strongly than ever that the lack of immigration law enforcement directly effects poverty in the country. A new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds that 61% of Adults say if immigration laws were enforced, there woul

Felicidades to 2nd Time Papa Gael Garcia Bernal on the Birth of Daughter Libertad

Published on 2011-04-10 14:21:28

HS News is sending out Felicidades to 2nd time papa Gael Garcia Bernal on the birth of daughter Libertad. Garcia Bernal and Argentinian actress Dolores Fonzi are also the parents to Libertad’s brother Lazaro, who was born in January, 2009.&

INTRODUCING: HS-News Open Mic

Published on 2011-04-10 13:00:10

Introducing: Artist: Jorge and Alexa Narváez Song: What’s Up? Written by: Linda Perry, from the 4 Non-Blondes album “Bigger, Better, Faster, More!” Published in Notitas de Noticias

ICE Repatriates 69 Criminal Immigration Violators to Dominican Republic via Miami Charter Flight

Published on 2011-04-10 01:07:11

In a chartered flight that originated in Miami Thursday, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) returned 73 aliens, including 69 convicted criminals, to the Dominican Republic. Those removed included three convicted of murder, two convicted o

Tough Enough Trainer Dishes on new WWE Show (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-09 21:17:40

After its debut to record numbers, everyone wants a piece of Tough Enough trainer Trish Stratus. After a successful return to WWE and a victory at WrestleMania with her Jersey Shore partner Snooki, the current Oxygen cover girl continues on the media

Narco Blog: 11 Year Old Arrested in Acapulco with AK 47

Published on 2011-04-09 19:00:42

This week a boy of 11 years and 19 years old were in a stolen vehicle and were stopped by the Mexican Army, in Acapulco, Guerrero. The military made the arrest on the streets of San Augustine Homes Housing Unit. Authorities confirmed that the child

U.S. Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen Says Agreement on U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Pact Means Jobs

Published on 2011-04-09 18:00:26

U.S. Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-FL), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, applauded the announcement that an agreement has been reached to resolve outstanding issues on the long-pending U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement (FTA), and said

FedEx + Me Contest : Casa Brazil’s Pitch (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-09 16:48:15

The FedEx + Me program is conducting a search in Austin, Texas, for the Gen Y small business that best exemplifies the Austin small-business community’s spirit of innovation and entrepreneurial drive. Austin entrepreneur Joel Shuler sources B

More Anti-LGBT Attacks, Abuse on the Spanish-Language Program “José Luis Sin Censura” (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-09 16:00:19

More than 30 organizations have sent a letter to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Julius Genachowski, urging him to swiftly act on the National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) and the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation̵

7 Year Old is a Hero as He Saves 4 year Old Brother During Dog Attack (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-09 15:03:38

A 7-year-old Florida boy proved that you’re never too young to be a hero when he protected his 4-year-old younger brother and his friend from a dog attack. Police said the dog found its way into the backyard where the children were playing. &

How Are Border Agents Corrupted? (VIDEO)

Published on 2011-04-09 14:00:07

Retired DEA supervisor Tony Coulson explains how and why agents fall prey to the Mexican Drug Cartels. Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Published in Notitas de Noticias

When is Tax Freedom Day? The Day We Stop Working for the Gov and Begin Earning for Our Families?

Published on 2011-04-09 13:10:22

This year, Tax Freedom Day will come four days later than last year in Illinois – now falling ironically on April 15. This year, Tax Freedom Day will come four days later than last year in Illinois – now falling ironically on April 15. This

2 Detained in Rio School Shooting

Published on 2011-04-09 12:00:37

Two men have been detained and questioned for allegedly helping provide a gun to a man who entered a Rio de Janeiro school, opened fire and killed at least 12 children before taking his own life, a police official said Saturday. There are fears the

Gustavo Galindo ‘Celebrity Music Teacher of the Day’ Coming to Your Local HS

Published on 2011-04-08 22:16:09

For most of us, music is an essential part of the driving experience, and what better way to talk with teens about safe driving than through their passion for music. To this end, and as part of the 22nd Annual Billboard Latin Music Conference and Awa

NARCO BLOG: Professor at the School of Psychology in Acapulco Kidnapped, Ransomed and Beheaded

Published on 2011-04-08 21:02:29

During the afternoon of Wednesday, Roberto Abarca Serna, 42 years old, a professor at the School of Psychology at the University Autónoma de Guerrero, was kidnapped by armed criminals when he was outside his home in the colony of Acapulco, Guerrero.

Latin Kings’ Leader & Other Top Gang Members Convicted in Federal Trial

Published on 2011-04-08 20:17:11

A federal jury today convicted the highest-ranking leader nationwide and three other high-ranking leaders of the Latin Kings street gang of racketeering conspiracy (RICO) and all other charges against them involving narcotics trafficking and related

Texas Names Streets After Slained ICE Special Agent Jaime Zapata

Published on 2011-04-08 19:34:34

Earlier this year, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Special Agent Jaime Zapata was tragically shot and killed in the line of duty while driving between Monterrey and Mexico City, Mexico. Since then, ICE and its community partners have m

Agents Seize More than $9.5 Million Worth of Drugs in 72 Hours

Published on 2011-04-08 18:14:52

Over the past three days, U.S. Border Patrol agents confiscated more than 5 tons of narcotics in multiple seizures throughout the Rio Grande Valley sector. One of the largest seizures occurred Tuesday evening when agents assigned to the Rio Grande C

Latino Pre-K Enrollment Dips Dramatically Since 2005

Published on 2011-04-08 17:20:58

The percentage of Latino children attending preschool fell substantially during the nation’s deep recession, according to a study to be released today by researchers from the University of California, Berkeley. This turnaround – after decades of

“I Didn’t Know She Was Dead,” says Man Who Drove Dead Friend Around for DAYS

Published on 2011-04-08 17:19:57

Almost like a scene from the 80’s classic Weekend at Bernie’s a man in Espanola, New Mexico has been arrested for driving around the city with his dead friend in the car. Espanola police arrested Jerry Maestas, 64, on Monday, after he sh

Perú Goes Dry in Prep For Presidential Elections

Published on 2011-04-08 16:38:04

From midnight tonight, and until noon on Monday, Peruvians will not be able to purchase alcoholic beverages, in observance of the nation’s general elections this Sunday. According to the current electoral legislation, bars, night-clubs, liquor st

Men Charged with Hate Crime Related to Assault of Five Hispanic Men

Published on 2011-04-08 16:27:35

The Justice Department announced today the arrest of Sean Popejoy, 19, and Frankie Maybee, 20, both of Green Forest, Ark., on charges related to a racially-motivated assault on five Hispanic men. A federal grand jury in the Western District of

Justice Department Settles Allegations Of Immigration Discrimination Against Iowa Firm

Published on 2011-04-08 16:22:00

The Justice Department today announced that it has reached a settlement agreement with LF Staffing Services Inc., located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to resolve allegations that LF Staffing Services engaged in employment discrimination by improperly pre-s

BREAKING NEWS: Man Kills At Least 12 in Brazil School Before Taking Own Llife

Published on 2011-04-07 08:31:03

Reports are just coming in that a man allegedly entered a school in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Thursday morning, and opened fire. It is being said that 12 were killed before the gunman turned the weapon on himself and took his own life. So far, as many

59 Bodies Found in Mass Grave, While Mexican Police Were Investigating Migrant Kidnappings

Published on 2011-04-07 08:28:31

While Mexican authorities were investigating reports that armed men were stopping buses and kidnapping passengers in Tamaulipas, they came upon a grisly discovery. In an area 80 miles south of Brownsville, Texas authorities found several ‘body pit

Beat Meeting for 9th District CAPS Announced

Published on 2011-04-07 07:31:41

The 9th District Community Alternative Policing Strategy (CAPS) has scheduled Beat meetings for April. Beat 922 will meet at the McKinley Park Branch Library 1915 W. 35th St., on Saturday, April 9th at 10 a.m. Beat 913 W meeting at Calmeca Fin

USDA Announces Efforts to Increase Nutrition Assistance to Low-Income Families

Published on 2011-04-07 06:17:09

Access and Participation Key to Delivering Benefits for Americans in Need Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA will award grants to improve access to and increase participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Lima Peru’s Jorge Chavez International Airport Voted Best Airport in South America for 3rd Year