People + Blogante Headlines Hispanic y Latino News & Info (Noticias)

April 16, 2008

Cuban reggaeton star missing at sea was lured to Florida by promise of money, friends say – Elvis Manuel

April 14, 2008

Border Angels founder to get honorary degree – Enrique Morones

Juanita Serrano, advocate for single mothers – A Life Story – from Ohio

April 13, 2008

Mexican farmer honored for saving agriculture – Jesus Leon in San Isidro Tilantongo, Mexico wins $150,000 award for pioneering environmental activistism

April 12, 2008

Family started festival, remains hub of Orlando’s Latin community – (the Medina family + Fiesta Medina)

Did You Know? Orlando Cepeda is one of just two Puerto Rican natives to attain the exalted Hall of Fame status in baseball. + he is the only one alive as Roberto Clemente is the other one

Florida’s 1st Hispanic Justice to Step Down from the Florida Supreme Court

April 10, 2008

Mending disputes through mediation – Luis J. Gonzalez Nieves

April 8, 2008

Junot Díaz wins Pulitzer Prize

April 7, 2008

Paul Revere of Texas – Juan Seguin

For Lorena Ochoa, a Title, a Soak and a Serenade – a grandstand full of singers serenaded her in Spanish

Remembering Luis Magana, bilingual announcer extraordinario – a Los Angeles wrestling and boxing institution

April 2, 2008

Illegal Immigrants Often Die Anonymously

A documentary follows ballet dancer Jock Soto’s footprints – Water Flowing Together on PBS’ Independent Lens

Southern Methodist University appoints Cordelia Canrelaria as new dean of Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences

March 31, 2008

Chavez was strong voice for San Joaquin laborers

A Bush Cuba advisor resigns over alleged funds misuse – Felipe Sixto

Did You Know? Today is Cesar Chavez’s birthday and is a holiday in eight states, including California.

Bilingual clown translates as funny – Columbus, Ohio

Cesar Chavez , a Tribute

March 28, 2008

¡Ask a Mexican! hits the end? – Is Gustavo Arellano calling it quits or is it an April’s Fools joke?

March 26, 2008

Armando Torres Morales, 75; UCLA scholar, activist on Latino issues

March 24, 2008

Bob Unanue (CEO of Goya), a millionaire Latino, enters GOP U.S. Senate race – New Jersey

March 20, 2008

López Obrador returns to Mexican spotlight

A Puerto Rican Poets Fight With Alzheimers – Jack Agüeros

Malverde Selected as MTV Tr3es Descubre & Download Artist – (this is one sharp guy)

Southern Illinois University Carbondale student hopes Fernando Treviño stays to recognize Latin American and Hispanic voices – (after chancellor is put on administrative leave)

March 18, 2008

Puerto Rico Painter Rafael Tufino Dies at 85

New book spotlights the experiences of Mexicans in Chicago – entitled “In Mexican Chicago: Race, Identity, and Nation” by Gabriela Arredondo

March 17, 2008

Liaisons Help Annapolis Hispanics See Another Side of Police – Annapolis

March 13, 2008

The head of the Homeland Security agency that ushers in new citizens is leaving the job. – Emilio Gonzalez

March 11, 2008

Super Mario Barros – This teacher has a radio show, a newspaper column, and a satirical take on social issues – Boston

Puerto Rico statehood champion quitting politics – Sen. Pedro Rossello

Longtime advocate for El Paso’s elderly, disabled dies – Lucy Acosta – first woman inducted into the LULAC Hall of Fame

March 10, 2008

NPR: ‘America’s Toughest Sheriff’ Takes on Immigration – Joe Arpaio in Arizona

Cuban wife waited 27 years for imprisoned husband

March 9, 2008

Man was one of first Mexicans in Aurora – 106-year-old came here more than 80 years ago – Illinois

‘Quiet Man’ John Ruiz punching time clock – At age 36, heavyweight Ruiz still loves his job – and he’s eyeing another title

Hispanic writers top Book Critics Circle awards – Junot Diaz won fiction prize, Edwidge Danticat was cited in autobiography

March 6, 2008

4 key organizations that cater to Atlanta’s Hispanic community will have to search for new leaders this year.

Ex-Waco mayor, Hispanic leader Ruben Santos dies

March 5, 2008

A Chicano activist celebrates an anniversary – Armando Vazquez-Ramos celebrates the birth of the Chicano Movement 40 years ago

Superdelegate Profile: Casa Blanca’s Jerome Wiley Segovia

On Local Radio, an Accent on Spanglish – Rocio Trujillo on WBON 98.5 FM, La Nueva Fiesta in New York City

February 28, 2008

A Los Angeles man with mental problems, who spent three months lost in Mexico after being deported despite being a U.S. citizen, sued homeland security and immigration officials on Wednesday.

February 26, 2008

Geraldo Rivera Writes About the Growth of Hispanics in America – “His Panic: Why Americans Fear Hispanics in the U.S.”

February 25, 2008

Puerto Rico’s Political Melodrama Plays On, With Its Governor in the Lead Role

‘Fidel Castro: My Life’ by Fidel Castro and Ignacio Ramonet – Translated

Mayor’s former girlfriend returns to L.A. media as radio co-host

Maine migrant farm workers’ exhibit to travel through region

Hard Times Led Director of Tijuana AIDS Hospice to His Life’s Work

No Longer in Race, Richardson Is a Man Pursued

La Voz leader speaks to needs of the elderly – Trini Garza with La Voz del Anciano in Dallas

The Mauro Factor – Garry Mauro working for Hillary in Texas

Did You Know? Javier Bardem made history Sunday as he became the first Spanish actor to win an Academy Award, as Best Supporting Actor.

February 21, 2008

A Beloved Doctor Bids Adios – Physician Returns to El Salvador After Years of Running a Clinic for the Poor – Washington DC

February 20, 2008

Democracy Now! | “The Man of Two Havanas”: Max Lesnik on His Transition From Cuban Revolutionary to Exile to Target of Terrorist Attacks by Anti-Castro Cuban Militants in Miami

Georgia Hispanic Chamber CEO Sara González dies

February 19, 2008

U.S. immigration law drives husband, wife apart

RIP Catalina Garcia – a Northern Illinois University student from Cicero, Illinois

Guard’s new director of operations is first female, Hispanic in role – Col. Alicia Tate-Nadeau in Illinois

February 18, 2008

He crossed the U.S. border, into the maw of a machine – (one immigrants story from Rhode Island)

February 14, 2008

Raúl Salinas, poet, teacher and activist, dies – Austin resident and bookstore owner gave voice to Chicano struggle.

Texas Civil Rights Review – Appeal to Sen. Clinton from Irma Muniz: Free Ramsey

José A. Buergo: A Different Kind of YouTube Pundit

Jorge Flores parlayed reality TV gig to MLS – 18-year-old punched pro ticket with Sueño MLS win

Texas’ Peyote Hunters Struggle to Find a Vanishing, Holy Crop

Texas A&M University-Kingsville President Rumaldo Juarez Resigns

Hispanic University President at Pennsylvania College Facing Increasing Pressure to Step Down – Dr. F. Javier Cevallos, president of Kutztown University

February 13, 2008

“If you are a citizen of Durham, we will give you all the rights and services of a citizen, whether you are from South Carolina or Mexico,” Durham Police Chief Jose L. Lopez Sr. said in Spanish. – North Carolina

February 12, 2008

Advocate for Hispanic women, city’s poor dies – Arlene Valles in El Paso

Latino operative leaps to Obama in Texas – Gilberto Ocanas

February 11, 2008

Mexico’s Robin Hood a blessing to both sides of the law – Jesus Malverde

You Can’t Bite Your Lip and Deliver ‘Molotov Kisses’ – Gustavo Ott Writes Plays To Challenge Fellow Hispanics – Washington DC

Citizen or illegal? Children of two worlds

February 7, 2008

Editor to join ASU faculty – Rick Rodriguez, x-editor of Sacramento Bee joins Arizona State University

February 6, 2008

Anita Alvarez calls it an election win for Democratic primary for Cook County state’s attorney – Chicago, Illinois

February 5, 2008

UC Berkeley music professor and renowned composer Jorge Liderman (Argentinian) committed suicide Sunday morning by jumping in front of a BART train

Immigrant soldier stands up for bill – Lieutenant colonel Ray Mejia says critics of crackdown on hiring illegal workers don’t speak for all Hispanics – Indiana – (immigration is so decisive)

February 4, 2008

Abel Salazar – a new citizen eager to vote

Hispanic cartoonist Gus Arriola, creator of Gordo, dies at 90

January 31, 2008

Former Mexican Statesman Joins McCain Camp – Juan Hernandez

January 30, 2008

Author details contributions of Puerto Ricans – Tony Santiago

Carlos Negrete’s success is a family affair – Tesoro senior guard’s three-point shooting, leadership and unselfishness distinguish him on the court, but it wouldn’t mean a thing to him without his ever-present and boisterous relatives. – California high school basketball

Cuban-American titans face to face – Race for the 21st congressional district in Florida pits incumbent Rep. Lincoln Díaz-Balart, 53, against former Hialeah Mayor Raul Martinez, 58, two guys who neither like nor respect each other.

January 29, 2008

Polo-Loving Banker Lives Really Large In Chávez Socialism – WSJ.com

Richardson’s Choice

Latinos courted as wild card among shifting evangelical voters – For Democratic, GOP candidates, California pastor is vital link to nearly 18,000 congregations – Rev. Samuel Rodriguez

January 28, 2008

Faced with death in desert, father, son split up – The busiest corridor in recent years for illegal immigration along the Mexican border is also a deadly one.

January 24, 2008

Milton Wolff, 92; led U.S. volunteers in Spanish Civil War

January 23, 2008

Q&A With Alex Castellanos « Platicando

Homeland pulls for Astros’ Tejada through troubled times

January 22, 2008

Parade honors Cuban poet and revolutionary José Martí – Miami

Battle of the titans: Martinez vs. Diaz-Balart – Former Hialeah Mayor Raul Martinez will run against one of South Florida’s most powerful Cuban-American Republicans. – Sourthern Flordia

Roberto Clemente’s No. 21 May Be Retired From Play

Will 2018 produce the first Hispanic governor of Texas? – Rafael Anchía?

January 17, 2008

Profile: Guatemala’s new president Alvaro Colom Caballeros

A voice for immigrants – activist/lawyer Ray Ybarra in Telluride, Colorado

January 16, 2008

Luis Jiménez is back and kicking – King of Latin airwave disses ‘Vacilón’ ex-colleagues and says he has no rivals in N.Y. morning radio

January 15, 2008

Antonio Mora leaving Channel 2 to become CBS Miami TV station’s chief anchor

January 14, 2008

Andrés Henestrosa Morales, 101; writer promoted Zapotec Indian culture

Out of race for president, what next for Richardson?

January 10, 2008

Spanish king marks 70th birthday vowing to continue on the throne

January 9, 2008

Relatives of Rich Rodriguez have been harassed and threatened in the three weeks since his resignation as West Virginia football coach.

January 8, 2008

Famed defector sues Cuban-American critics – former Cuban Gen. Rafael del Pino

Construction veteran Charles J. Garcia new chair of Indianapolis chamber

Alberto Alonso – Cuban choreographer

National Citizenship Coalition Surpasses One Million Goal (WOW!!!) – 2007 Citizenship Applications Highest In A Decade

January 7, 2008

Bill Richardson – Persuasive, energetic, prepared

‘Why me?’ California man asks of Texas impersonator

Southern Arizona businessman José Canchola dies

January 4, 2008

Chicago restaurateur-turned-mayor strives to improve life in Mexican town

Lupe Valdez faces tough race for re-election – Dallas County, Texas

Spanish TV Pioneer Manolo Reyes Dies – Miami

January 3, 2008

Elsa Murano becomes first Hispanic to lead Texas A&M

January 2, 2008

Whatever Happened to Rebecca Aguilar? (Latina Lista)

Leader of U.S. immigration agency pledges to punish employers of illegal immigrants – Julie Myers

Chicano-studies expert tackling questions – Louis Gerard Mendoza

More Latinos on the bench – New York

December 31, 2007

NPR : Who Is Alberto Gonzales Again?

December 25, 2007

Day laborers abandon former vocations – No matter what their livelihood at home, here, it is just work — when they can find it

December 14, 2007

Transcript of Tavis Smiley interview with Cesar Millan – (talking about his new book ‘Be the Pack Leader’) – (personally, I think Cesar is a genuis when it comes to dogs)

December 12, 2007

Palm Springs chooses David G. Dominguez as its new top cop – (first Latino police chief there)

December 11, 2007

Dr. Elsa Murano tapped to be President of Nation’s 6th largest University

December 10, 2007

Marcos Loya has gone from a rough childhood to a magic career – A kid marked for prison or grunt work surprised everyone by becoming a world-class composer and the musical force behind SCR’s ‘La Posada Mágica.’

The Man Who Ordered CIA’s Tape Destruction, Jose Rodriguez Ordered Tapes Of Terror Interrogations Destroyed Without Telling CIA Director

Hispanic Marine ‘doing something great’

Giving a strong voice to illegal immigrants – Dallas attorney throws resources of firm into battles with Farmers Branch, Irving

Interview: U.S. Senate Candidate Rick Noriega on the Issues | Southwest Texas LIVE!

December 9, 2007

Families of burned illegal immigrants grieve while medical bills and questions mount – San Diego Area

Don Cheto is the talk of the town – The cranky old on-air character at Spanish-language station KBUE-FM is actually played by a 27-year-old immigrant who’s got his competition in a sweat. -Los Angeles

December 6, 2007

Body of popular musician killed in Mexico returning to Indiana – Sergio Gomez of K-Paz de la Sierra

December 5, 2007

Arizona Congressman Wants to Draft Special Visa Legislation for Illegal Immigrant Hero (Latina Lista)

Iowa Republican Kingmaker Makes Immigration a Household Issue – US Rep. Steve King

Phoenix mayor criticized for about-face on immigration policy

December 3, 2007

Jeremy Martin reviews “Revolution of Hope: The Life, Faith, and Dreams of a Mexican President,” by Vicente Fox and Rob Allyn

A lawman proud of his ‘illegal’ roots – US Marshal Tony Amador – Sacramento

The burrito king of Argentina – A kid from Calabasas makes it big in Buenos Aires as a baron of the California staple.

The Final Say: Roberto Suro

November 30, 2007

Unlikely hero of Mexican Revolution – Chicago professor’s work has preserved and elevated country’s historical legacy – Friedrich Katz

Mexican muralist Rivera wins back fame over Kahlo

November 28, 2007

Immigrant who helped boy in US desert said he thought of own kids

Hispanic tradition in state Senate leadership – Denver

November 26, 2007

A LONG WALK FROM HONDURAS – Inside one young man’s quest to remain in New York City, rather than be returned to the violent setting he fled by foot nearly two years ago.

The Times appoints director of interactive media – Martin Albornoz – Munster, Indiana

Villaraigosa faces steep climb to California’s top job – After missteps, he must not only polish his image, but also fight off doubts about allegiance should run for reelection in 2009. – Los Angeles

Sgt. Vince Valdez provides vibrant voice for Des Moines police – (who would have thought that a Hispanic would be the public information officer for Des Moines?)

November 23, 2007

Latino anti-war leader ties immigration surge to Iraq message – Carlos Montes

November 19, 2007

Blaze that destroyed Supreme Court justice’s home a mystery – David Medina – Texas

His son killed in Iraq, dad takes on recruitment of Hispanics – Fernando Suarez

November 18, 2007

US Artists Organization give nine $50,000 grants to Latinos/Hispanics

November 15, 2007

Irving police arrest activist Carlos Quintanilla

November 14, 2007

Mexican businessman Jorge Pasquel was a force for integration in Baseball

Leader from Mayor Daley’s Hispanic political group sent to prison – John Resa – Chicago

November 13, 2007

Creator of McDonald’s burrito recognized – A Cuban

November 12, 2007

Queen of Mean – The most hated man in Hollywood talks about life as Perez Hilton

His popularity flagging, Sen. Martinez turns away from Bush

Toes For Business: Latin Dancers Revive Ballet

November 11, 2007

Did You Know? More than 400,000 Hispanics served during World War II, fighting and dying in every major battle. Or that a virtually all Puerto Rican regiment evacuated the U.S. marines during the Korean War.

Film gives Hispanic vets a voice – “Kansas Hispanic Veterans Remembered”

November 6, 2007

Guatemalan Father Dies Giving Autistic Son a Better Life in the United States (Latina Lista)

November 4, 2007

So you’re a fan of Frito pie? Thank a Mexican immigrant

Pepe Mantilla is Lakers’ Spanish voice of authority – He’s called games for 15 seasons and says the team’s popularity continues to grow in Spanish-speaking community.

Luis Valdez: the father of Chicano theater – Festival honors playwright/director who blazed a trail for Latinos in theater and film

Sheriff gets no love from activists over migrant stance – Arizona

November 1, 2007

Did You Know? Wimer Cabrera, who represented Colombia in the World Cup and had 48 caps in nine years on the national team, is the first Hispanic national team coach in U.S. Soccer.

October 31, 2007

Jesus Salas resignation bold, yet justified – University of Wisconsin Regent resigns over state immigration politics

Hispanic coach is big move for U.S. Soccer – Wilmer Cabrera

October 30, 2007

Jorge Puente Luna, Peruvian, loved to celebrate his culture – R.I.P. – consul general of Peru in Atlanta

Cuban Abortion Opponent Oscar Biscet to Receive US Presidential Award

October 28, 2007

Mixed couple makes most of both heritages – Kids half Italian, half Mexican — and all American

Professor, minority rights champion to leave UCSC – Paul Ortiz

October 25, 2007

Mark Sanchez: The Mexican Mouthpiece of the University of Southern California

October 24, 2007

The Stars Align: The 100 Most Influential Hispanics

October 21, 2007

Rick Rodriguez leaves a legacy of watchdog reporting – Sacramento

October 18, 2007

Sacramento Bee editor resigns in dispute over paper’s direction – Rick Rodriguez

October 16, 2007

Minuteman director Al Garza explains group’s immigration mission – (hate or love -> be informed)

October 4, 2007

A Chance to Tell Their Stories – Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Honors Latino Veterans

October 2, 2007

Family comes from Mexico, with mercy – (for the murderer of 4) – Fort Wayne, Indiana

The Final Say: Gilbert F. Casellas – Interview

October 1, 2007

Birthday: Esai Morales was born on October 1, 1962

September 30, 2007

Carlos Acosta: a ballet superstar – The wayward Havana boy turned ballet superstar tells our correspondent why he is still fiercely proud of his roots; and, below, an extract from his new autobiography

Oklahoma City doctor first Hispanic to head group – Doctor Tomas Patricio Owens (landed with only $6)

Voces del Pueblo | Hispanic Voices – Washington DC

September 26, 2007

Salata earns MVP honors at national tournament – (I didn’t know there was a National Hispanic Basketball Tournament)

September 25, 2007

Stamp honors journalist Ruben Salazar killed in ‘70 East LA riot

Telemundo reassigns Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa’s girlfriend, Mirthala Salinas, to Riverside

September 23, 2007

Kenneth I. Trujillo expected to be first Latino on school panel – Philadelphia

September 20, 2007

Alex Tejada connecting early for Razorbacks – Kicker for the University of Arkansas’ football team

September 19, 2007

Scott Gomez will be a hit with the Rangers in the big New York sports market (NHL)

September 16, 2007

Did You Know?The term “Hispanomics” was coined in the mid-1980s. It referred to the anticipated growth of the Hispanic population and the corresponding significance the Latino community would have on our local, state, regional and national economies. The author of the term was Feliz Galaviz, a remarkable man who has done a great deal for the Hispanic community through his work in higher education.

Chicano chair at SDSU brings fresh perspectives – Bill “Memo” Nericcio – San Diego State University

Stuart illustrator Orlando Ramirez brings story of ‘Cheech’ to life

Explorer Who Found Lost Peru Cities Dies – Douglas Eugene “Gene” Savoy found 40 lost cities!

September 15, 2007

Alberto Gonzales Leaves Justice Department – (last day Friday – September 14th, 2007)

Texas Ranger pitcher Vicente Padilla rides to El Centro’s rescue with a $25,000 gift – Kitsap County

Puerto Rican independence activist gets island citizenship ID – Juan Mari Bras

September 12, 2007

Tossed off court, but still a victor – Cruz Reynoso

September 11, 2007

Democrat Linda Reyna Yanez joins race for Texas Supreme Court

Man drank 24 beers before crash that killed sheriff’s official, prosecutors say – (Minerva Santiago was Cook County’s first Hispanic woman to be promoted to sergeant & the first Hispanic female superintendent – RIP) – Illinois

From Farmworker to State Supreme Court Justice: Cruz Reynoso’s Lifetime Achievements to be Celebrated at Mondavi Center Gala

September 9, 2007

For undocumented worker, getting to America only half the battle – An undocumented Guatemalan who lost an arm in T accident still believes he can earn enough here to build a big, new home for his family

August 29, 2007

David Garcia, 63; pioneering environmental reporter known as ‘Earthman’

August 27, 2007

Raul Yzaguirre earns Smithsonian Latino Center Legacy Award

A Strong, but Divisive, Voice for Immigrants – Ricardo Juarez

August 23, 2007

Have a talk with Joe Minjares – Minneapolis

August 22, 2007

Luis Aguilar Rumored to be on Short List to Replace SEC’s Campos

August 21, 2007

Adios and good riddance, Elvira Arellano – Felon with huge sense of entitlement mocked law, gave immigrants stigma – Esther J. Cepeda

August 16, 2007

Did You Know? Efrain “Frankie” Tirado, 34, is believed to be the nation’s first Hispanic master baker.

Creativity Is My Culture – Why I Didn’t Open a ‘Hispanic’ Shop – Gary Bentz

August 13, 2007

Hispanic golf pioneer from San Antonio dies – Joe Jimenez

August 6, 2007

LULAC Recognizes Marine with Excellence in Military Service Award for 2007

August 3, 2007

Paralyzed man survives 2nd brush with death on collapsing bridge – Marcelo Cruz – a Mexican Immigrant (with link to Video) – Minnesota

August 1, 2007

Familia’ relishing Romo’s success

July 30, 2007

Latino Youth Audience Is Watching mun2 – Interview with Flavio Morales, VP of programming for mun2

Interview with John Trasviña chief of Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund (MALDEF) in San Antonio

Hay Papá!He’s a man of two words – Joe Mariscal sells cars, and himself, with a trademark phrase so valuable that it is, indeed, trademarked. – Atlanta