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News (Noticias) for South Carolina



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January 25, 2010

Advocate ‘backbone’ for Hispanic victims – North Charleston’s newly hired Hispanic victims’ advocate Minna Hosseini.

South Carolina Latinos regroup for immigration reform – Advocacy groups step up efforts to rally support

January 11, 2010

Let’s Talk: Ivan Segura, face of Hispanics in Midlands – South Carolina

January 7, 2010

Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) is Further Evidence that Immigration Reform is a Bipartisan Effort – (interesting)

January 4, 2010

Mariachi band fills a need for South Carolina Hispanic students

November 30, 2009

Immigration to Inspect 38 Companies in Carolinas, Georgia

November 18, 2009

After the 2010 Census, new Members of Congress in states like Georgia and South Carolina as well as Arizona and Texas will owe their positions, in part, to the expanding Latino population.

October 5, 2009

A training program sponsored by law enforcement aims to reduce crime in the Hispanic community in the South Carolina Lowcountry.

September 30, 2009

Charleston composer Fernando Rivas continues his winning ways – one of America’s leading composers for children’s television

September 14, 2009

Seven artists contributed their work to Columbia’s first art exhibition of the year, “Layer Cake: Tales from a Quinceañera,” which began on Sept. 8. – South Carolina

September 12, 2009

Joe Wilson Voted to Provide Taxpayer Money for Illegal Immigrants’ Healthcare in 2003 – (can you say hypocrite)

September 10, 2009

How volatile is immigration in DC – In Lawmaker’s Outburst, a Rare Breach of Protocol – South Carolina GOP Rep Joe Wilson interrupted President Obama’s speech Wednesday night with a shout of “You lie!”

August 25, 2009

NEW AMERICANS IN THE PALMETTO STATE: Immigrants, Latinos, and Asians are an Economic Powerhouse in South Carolina

July 9, 2009

Hispanic Chamber of Commerce gains status – two major additions: a new corporate member and not-for-profit status

June 26, 2009

The race to find Maria Belen Chapur pictures – Or did a TV station already provide the first look at S.C. Gov. Mark Sanford’s mistress?

March 20, 2009

A South Carolina coalition has received a $50,700 grant to develop a program to teach Hispanic women about prenatal care.

February 1, 2009

Los venezolanos residentes en Carolina del Sur, Carolina del Norte, Florida y Georgia podrán votar en el referendo del próximo 15 de febrero en el Miami Dade College de Kendall, en el condado de Miami-Dade, informó una organización.

December 23, 2008

Los indocumentados enfrentarán más restricciones en Carolina del Sur a partir de enero

December 17, 2008

South Carolina Immigrant Employee Law Takes Effect Next Month

November 20, 2008

The South Carolina Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SCHCC) will host the vice president of the Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce during its meeting in Greenville on Monday.

October 23, 2008

Charleston Police reaches out to Hispanics – South Carolina

October 21, 2008

Job opportunities for Latinos are drying up in South Carolina because of the bad economy and the state’s new immigration law, experts on the state’s Latino population said Friday.

October 8, 2008

Federal agents detained more than 300 suspected illegal immigrants Tuesday in a raid at a chicken processing plant that has been under investigation for months. – Greenville, South Carolina

October 7, 2008

A visit by a mobile Mexican consulate to a Catholic church in Conway drew hundreds of people seeking immigration services but also sparked a protest by activists opposed to illegal immigration. – South Carolina

October 6, 2008

Increase in Hispanic students at 3-year low – Greenville, South Carolina

September 8, 2008

Mayor Randy Chastain minced few words in saying that an increasing illegal immigration presence is sapping his city of resources and adding a heavy burden on the backs of Oconee County taxpayers. – Walhalla, South Carolina

September 5, 2008

Immigration arrests spark fear among South Carolina poultry workers

September 3, 2008

A crackdown has identified 170 illegal immigrants in Beaufort County’s jail, and the sheriff said he has heard the extra scrutiny is causing a number of people in the U.S. illegally to leave the area.- South Carolina

August 14, 2008

Carolinas lead nation in Hispanic growth – South Carolina ranks first in Latino per capita growth from 2006 to 2007

August 7, 2008

The number of Hispanics in Horry County rose by 11.6% between 2006 and 2007. Since 2000, their numbers have increased 112% – South Carolina

July 29, 2008

Hispanics to combat perceptions of illegal immigrants – Beaufort County, South Carolina

July 27, 2008

Responding to a recent crackdown on illegal immigration, local Hispanic leaders met with Beaufort County Sheriff P.J. Tanner on Tuesday. – South Carolina

July 23, 2008

South Carolina county to vote English as official language – Pickens County

July 14, 2008

Beaufort County begins crackdown on illegal immigrants – South Carolina

July 13, 2008

Immigrants may shift to new jobs – Officials say new law, weak economy aren’t driving illegal aliens from state – South Carolina

July 10, 2008

Children Charged In Puerto Rican Flag Burning – South Carolina

July 9, 2008

Catholic church closes its Hispanic legal assistance office – Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

June 30, 2008

Is the Lowcountry’s Hispanic population declining? – South Carolina

June 22, 2008

Beaufort Hispanic Life Safety Program Targets New Audience – South Carolina

June 21, 2008

Mexican consulate sees popularity rise – North and South Carolina

June 19, 2008

South Carolina’s new immigration law has local businesses worried about enforcement

5th poultry supervisor arrested on immigration charges – House of Raeford Farms – South Carolina

June 10, 2008

Sheriff gets go-ahead to deal with illegal immigrants – Beaufort County, South Carolina

June 5, 2008

A look at South Carolina’s new illegal immigration law

Gov. Sanford Signs Illegal Immigration Bill; Farmers Concerned – South Carolina

June 4, 2008

Immigration legislation: Latinos ask South Carolina to reconsider – Gov Sanford expected to sign controversial bill into law today

June 2, 2008

Federal agents target poultry processor – House of Raeford Farms – South Carolina

Lawmakers pass immigration bill – Gov Sanford says he will sign measure to curb hiring workers in country illegally – South Carolina

Hispanic Leader says Illegal Worker Law Could Have Bad Effects – South Carolina

May 28, 2008

Accord on illegals bill closer – South Carolina

Crime rising against Latinos – in South Carolina’s Lowcountry

May 20, 2008

Chamber to unveal program to help non-English speakers – Greenville, South Carolina

May 7, 2008

South Carolina House expected to resume debate on illegal immigration | GoUpstate.com | Spartanburg, S.C.

May 1, 2008

South Carolina House members want employer hiring penalties

South Carolina’s Hispanic population fastest growing in nation

April 7, 2008

South Carolina bill may block college for illegal immigrants

Research looks at costs, resources for educating immigrants in Carolinas

March 20, 2008

Program Aims To Crack Down On Misinformation In Hispanic Community – South Carolina

February 21, 2008

Latin Council cuts ties with Hispanic day laborers – Hilton Head, South Carolina

February 20, 2008

South Carolina illegal immigration proposal draws criticism from Latino group

Latino leader upset over change in political tide – South Carolina

February 12, 2008

Relentless production pits Latino manager against his crew

February 7, 2008

Saluda tackles MS-13 grafitti – South Carolina

January 31, 2008

Illegal immigrants bill advances – Legislation backer says it’s what voters want; foe sees thin veil for racism – South Carolina

January 24, 2008

Hispanic Leaders React to Legislative Backlash – Hutto: Tourism Would Shut Down Without Immigrants – South Carolina

January 16, 2008

The immigration debate spurs all kinds of silliness at the Senate – South Carolina

January 14, 2008

Immigration Top Issue, but Not Decisive in South Carolina GOP Primary

January 11, 2008

English-only bill moves ahead in South Carolina immigration debate

January 10, 2008

Masked gunmen rob Latino market – in two languages – South Carolina

January 9, 2008

House speaker unveils plan to curb illegal immigration in South Carolina

January 7, 2008

Immigration dominates GOP issues in South Carolina – As Jan. 19 primary nears, candidates putting focus on controversial topic

November 30, 2007

Republicans Face South Carolina Immigration `Frenzy’

October 23, 2007

State Senators Inform Public About Illegal Immigration Reform Bill – South Carolina

October 15, 2007

Cardiologist tries to keep traditions strong – Victor Diaz-Gonzalez – Myrtle Beach

October 2, 2007

Officers use native language to break ethnic barriers – Spartanburg, South Carolina

October 1, 2007

Claflin University receives $1 million grant to improve Hispanic literacy rates – South Carolina

September 1, 2007

Study: Hispanics Not Taking Jobs Away – South Carolina

August 29, 2007

North Charleston City Leaders Reach Out To Hispanics – South Carolina

July 31, 2007

The S.C. Minority Affairs Commission plans to unveil in a month what it calls the most comprehensive report on Hispanics’ impact on South Carolina’s schools, hospitals and labor market. – Meeting to discuss it – August 30th

July 30, 2007

Hispanic workers get help to recover owed wages – Hilton Head, South Carolina

April 25, 2007

Health Access America Reaching Out to Hispanic Population in Columbia at Cinco de Mayo Celebration – South Carolina

April 6, 2007

“Radio Ritmo’ signs on the FM dial – South Carolina

April 3, 2007

The Midlands Get Their First Latino Radio Station – South Carolina

March 19, 2007

Crossing the language barrier – South Carolina

February 28, 2007

Latino Families Get A Chance at Homeownership – South Carolina

Bills focus on illegal migrants – South Carolina

February 22, 2007

The Most Anticipated Latina Beauty Pageant of the Year: La Chica Lider is the Most Prestigious Latina Beauty Pageant in the Carolinas

February 2, 2007

Horry County Police Ask for Hispanic Help in Solving Home Invasions – South Carolina

February 1, 2007

Immigration agents arrest dozens in Charleston area – South Carolina

January 28, 2007

Immigrant-law challenge possible – Dorchester County, South Carolina

January 23, 2007

Dorchester moves against illegal aliens – South Carolina

January 19, 2007

Hispanic civil rights group threatens to sue Beaufort County – South Carolina

January 9, 2007

Dorchester County Cracking Down On Illegal Immigrants – South Carolina

January 8, 2007

Alejandro Garcia – His life translates into service to others – South Carolina

January 3, 2007

Dorchester considers penalties for hiring illegal immigrants – South Carolina (yet another one)

December 27, 2006

Beaufort County Council to vote on illegal immigrants proposal

December 13, 2006

Mercom Inc. of Pawleys Island has been named the third-fastest-growing Hispanic-owned business in the United States by Hispanic Trends magazine’s annual list of entrepreneurs. – South Carolina

December 12, 2006

Immigration plan gets go-ahead again – Beaufort County, South Carolina

December 11, 2006

Counties target illegal workers – Beaufort, South Carolina