Community + Texas Hispanic y Latino News & Info (Noticias)
November 21, 2009
ICE audit plan for employers includes El Paso, draws criticism from rights group
November 18, 2009
Yanked off the air in July after co-host Don Pryor repeatedly uttered an ethnic slur, “The Todd and Don Show” will return to KLBJ-AM on Dec. 7, according to a statement released jointly by the station’s management and local Hispanic leaders who met earlier today. – Austin
November 13, 2009
Reaction to internal affairs investigation touches on Hispanic/police relations – Dallas
November 10, 2009
Gunmen targeting Hispanic businesses in Houston
November 2, 2009
Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce struggles to end ‘toxic’ rift
October 28, 2009
Mexicans Fleeing Violence Spur a Boom in El Paso – Spike in Murder Rate in Juárez Is Among the Factors Boosting Nightlife and Home Sales in U.S. Border City
October 26, 2009
In Dallas, Drivers Ticketed for Inability to Habla Ingles – over the past three years, wrongly ticketed at least 39 drivers for not speaking English
The city spent $15,100 to throw a dinner party for state Sen. Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa, D-McAllen, Oct. 15, and city leaders defended the expense as a well-deserved thank you to the powerful senator, despite recent budgetary cutbacks.
October 17, 2009
The Homeland Security Department said Friday that it has revamped pacts that allow for greater cooperation between federal immigration authorities and local law enforcement in 55 states and cities, including Carrollton and Farmers Branch.
October 13, 2009
Lucha Libre SANTO Poster Exhibit AND Teatro Chicano Invade Laredo, Texas!
October 5, 2009
Actress Ruby Nelda Perez returns to Jump-Start Theater in November in a new play by Rodrigo Duarte-Clark titled “El Fin del Mundo Motel.” – San Antonio
About 150 Hispanic pastors and church members from across the city gathered for a spiritualistic precursor to Saturday’s meeting at the Convention Center. – San Antonio
October 1, 2009
The El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce honored 15 companies Tuesday at its annual Future 15 Celebration at Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino.
September 30, 2009
Some Dallas City Council members are suggesting that part of Central Expressway be renamed for civil rights activist Cesar Chavez.
September 29, 2009
Hispanic Entrepreneur profile: Printing pioneer Juan Barcena brought East Coast techniques to W. Texas
September 24, 2009
The Houston Hispanic Chamber of commerce endorsed Gene Locke for mayor Wednesday.
September 21, 2009
EL PASO — City Rep. Rachel Quintana is being treated differently under the law, but that is not improper, a prosecutor told a panel of state judges Thursday.
Tension flares over ID requirement at Grand Prairie mobile home park – Texas
Power struggle taking place in Dallas’ Latino community
Border forum on U.S. War on Drugs to focus on creation of ‘rule of law’ – El Paso/Cuidad Juarez
Noted Chicano artist Gabriel S. Gaytán and his son, Gabriel Itzai, will unveil their new mural, “El Corazón de El Paso,” during the Lincoln Park Car Show from noon to 5 p.m. today in the park. – El Paso
September 15, 2009
Hispanic Heritage: Edward James Olmos, movie screening part of monthlong festivities – El Paso
Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber’s Moment of Reckoning
September 14, 2009
Festival aims to keep Hispanics healthy – 16th Annual Festival Hispano de la Salud features health screenings and live music. – Austin, TX
September 10, 2009
2010 and counting: Growing influence – More counties are mostly Hispanic – Texas
September 1, 2009
Rio Grande Valley sheriffs ponder federal immigration enforcement program – 287(g)
August 27, 2009
Fort Worth Hispanic horseback team has what it takes to compete — except for better finances
August 26, 2009
Former El Paso Police Chief Carlos Leon was involved in a serious motorcycle accident this morning near the town of Mesilla in New Mexico
August 24, 2009
A Fort Worth criminal defense attorney with strong ties to the local Republican Party was appointed Friday by Gov. Rick Perry to the new 432nd District Court in Tarrant County. – Ruben Gonzalez Jr.
A Texas program to increase law enforcement along the U.S.-Mexico border by temporarily reassigning state troopers from other parts of the state is contributing to a critical personnel shortage in the Texas Department of Public Safety
Ford Motor Co. says it will invest more than $1.5 million over the next 15 months to support community initiatives and charitable organizations through its Operation Goodwill San Antonio project.
August 21, 2009
U.S. Rep. Silvestre Reyes is not calling it a town hall meeting, but he will be the guest speaker at a public forum Saturday at which he will answer questions about health care.
August 12, 2009
U.S. Rep. Silvestre Reyes opts not to have health-care town hall
August 4, 2009
Lawmakers are eyeing the Tornillo-Guadalupe port of entry as a potential relief route that could become an economic driver for far East El Paso County. – Texas
Texas – A “Hispanics Keep Out” sign displayed on the front of an Azle home has stirred up unease for some residents in the Tarrant County neighborhood.
July 31, 2009
Hispanic enrollment at colleges and universities in Texas would need to almost double by 2015 to meet the state’s higher education goals – Poverty, lack of health insurance, other social ills complicate the challenge.
July 23, 2009
Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas was recently recognized as one of the top 10 Latina Organizations in the country by Latino Leader’s Magazine.
July 20, 2009
No go for local bilingual charter school in Austin – Supporters say approval process is tough, haven’t given up on the program
July 16, 2009
A fundraising campaign is under way in San Antonio to build a new library and museum dedicated to teaching the history of Hispanic culture in Texas. The Hispanic Heritage Center
July 14, 2009
Georgetown’s first Hispanic police officer retires after 35 years – Robert Hernandez saw the department grow from four officers to about 80.
June 29, 2009
New group aims to help Denton Hispanic women – Texas
Girl Scouts of Central Texas and Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas’ Austin Chapter Announces “Latinas Celebrating Achievements”
June 25, 2009
Adelfa Callejo’s Obama remarks could scuttle Dallas school naming
June 24, 2009
All is not well at the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. A minority of voices would have us believe otherwise, that things are under control and that a new course is being planned. But the actions — and especially inactions — after last month’s coup-like suspension of the CEO search have illuminated many problems.
June 23, 2009
Fort Worth is the largest city in Texas without a Hispanic representing a House seat
Fort Worth councilman Sal Espino may challenge Burnam for state House
June 22, 2009
Former leader of Latino Cultural Center in Dallas discusses her tenure – Alejandrina Drew
June 19, 2009
United Way reaches out to Central Texas Latinos – Vivir Unidos event gave Hispanic residents and local nonprofits a chance to get to know each other.
June 17, 2009
Bilingual news network soon to serve local Hispanic community – Beaumont, Texas
June 15, 2009
The San Antonio Association of Hispanic Journalists is getting ready for its 11th annual scholarship gala July 23 at the Westin Riverwalk Hotel. But it has another task at hand now: awarding more than $10,000 in scholarships to students pursuing careers in the media.
June 12, 2009
LOS SABORES DEL MERCADO VENZA – Toyota Venza Celebrates the Culture and Cuisine of Latin America at the Newly Opened Pearl Farmers Market in San Antonio on Saturday, June 20
LOS SABORES DEL MERCADO VENZA – Toyota Venza celebra la cultura y cocina de Latinoamérica en el nuevo Pearl Farmers Market de San Antonio el sábado 20 de junio.
June 4, 2009
Henry R. Munoz III steps down as Museo Alameda board chairman – San Antonio
LULAC’s state convention opens today in Dallas
The folks who brought us Aviva, the free monthly tabloid focusing on Hispanic issues, have shelved it after three issues in favor of a more inclusive publication called Todo Austin.
June 3, 2009
A labyrinth in the barrio offers a place to pray, reflect and heal – San Antonio
The new federal passport law turned out to be a breeze Monday for those crossing back into El Paso from Juárez.
May 31, 2009
Hispanic leader devoted his life to others, education – Family recalls how man fought for civil rights in Victoria – Raul Loa
April 27, 2009
Houston’s Hispanic community fear their families are more at risk for contacting swine flu than others. Many are putting their own travel plans to Mexico on hold.
April 15, 2009
Caning the Border Patrol – Barrio de Colores and the plan to use herbicide to get rid of cane on the Rio Grande
April 7, 2009
Texas Mayor Caught in Deportation Furor – Mayor Herbert Gears of Irving
March 17, 2009
In late April, Alfredo Santos will publish his reference book, The 2009 Austin Hispanic Almanac, which will offer what he says is the first historical, statistical portrait of Austin’s Latino business and civic community as it’s evolved from the early 1900s to its status today as the city’s fastest-growing demographic component.
March 16, 2009
More than 74,000 gathered Sunday at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on Go Tejano Day to break the all-time paid Rodeo attendance record.
March 15, 2009
Tour aiming to change immigration policy stops in Dallas
March 9, 2009
HOUSTON — The drug cartels that have brought fear and crime to the U.S.-Mexico border are bringing violence to this city that has long been a major staging ground for illegal drug imports, authorities say.
An outspoken critic of Farmers Branch officials’ attempts to oust illegal immigrants announced Monday she is running for a spot on the city council of the Dallas suburb. – Elizabeth Villafranca
February 1, 2009
The resurrection of legendary El Paso radio personality Steve Crosno is taking shape on the side of La Nave Grocery at Fourth and Campbell streets in South El Paso. Muralist Jesus “Cimi” Alvarado, 31, his friend Osvaldo Velez and volunteers have been working on the tribute mural on weekends and expect to finish it by mid-February.
January 28, 2009
Cuidad Juárez violence: Effects being noted in El Paso
The controversial U.S.-Mexico border fence could be finished in the El Paso region in about two weeks as construction nears its national goal, officials said.
January 26, 2009
Colombian and Dominican drug organizations have been detected in El Paso, in addition to the Mexican drug cartels, according to the National Drug Intelligence Center’s report titled “National Drug Threat Assessment 2009.”
January 23, 2009
New newspaper accents Hispanic culture – Aviva publishers hope to showcase all things Latino while appealing to all in Austin
January 2, 2009
Adrian Garcia to be sworn in as Harris County’s first Hispanic sheriff – Texas
December 23, 2008
Al menos 600 inmigrantes, en su mayoría indocumentados, han sido vacunados este año en el Consulado de México de El Paso que busca mejorar así la calidad de vida de sus compatriotas que temen ser atendidos en centros de salud.
Cuidad Juárez slayings persist with 20 over weekend, 3 Monday
December 22, 2008
Hispanic professionals inspired to organize in Farmers Branch
December 15, 2008
Nearly 50 people wounded in Cuidad Juárez in 2008 received medical care at El Paso’s Thomason Hospital and racked up medical bills totaling about $1.4 million
Census: In Farmers Branch, Hispanics now No. 1 demographic group
December 10, 2008
Latinitas Magazine Anniversary Party
Urging an end to driver’s license requirements that are causing hardships for thousands of legal immigrants, lawmakers and civil rights groups in Austin on Tuesday called the policy institutionalized racism that could make Texas roads more dangerous.
The City of Amarillo, Texas is offering qualified employees fifty dollars a month to participate in the bilingual pay incentive program.
December 3, 2008
Chamber asking locals for patience with Mexican shoppers – Laredo, Texas
Hispanic Executive Society International (HESI) brings dedication and vision to Hispanic community – Texas
November 21, 2008
Lubbock officials predict one-third of the population of Lubbock will be Hispanic by 2010. But campus statistics tell a different story about Hispanic presence at Texas Tech.
November 18, 2008
Report says El Paso is heavy human trafficking area
November 17, 2008
Program grooms Latinos to sit on nonprofit boards – Dallas Concilio of Hispanic Service Organizations
November 12, 2008
Third of El Pasoans get medical care in Cuidad Juárez
November 11, 2008
A racially charged controversy over renaming a major Dallas street for civil rights leader César Chávez came to a head Monday at City Hall and ended with a decision to change Industrial Boulevard’s name to Riverfront Boulevard while preserving Ross Avenue’s name.
City Council officials in Dallas made it official this week – they’re not going to be rushed into naming a street for United Farm Workers founder Cesar Chavez
Mariachi sounds echoed through the aisles at the grand opening of United Supemarkets’ new Amigos concept store Friday as dozens of students from Lubbock High and Cavazos Jr. High played to an enthusiastic crowd.
November 10, 2008
Storied career: Longtime legislator Paul Moreno loses seat, but his work for city reverberates – El Paso
November 6, 2008
Harris County voters apparently held Sheriff Tommy Thomas accountable for various controversies in his office, electing Democratic challenger Adrian Garcia by higher margins than other countywide races in Tuesday’s historic election. – Texas
November 5, 2008
A federal court judge has dismissed a voting rights lawsuit against Farmers Branch in which three Hispanic residents sought to force the city to move from at-large voting for the City Council to single-member districts.
November 3, 2008
Voter turnout by Hispanics lags in Lubbock, Texas
October 27, 2008
Hispanic baby boom has Texas ramifications
October 23, 2008
After 29 years of service, retired Texas State Trooper Minerva Peña is seeking election to Place 6 on the Brownsville Independent School District Board of Trustees.
October 15, 2008
One of the nation’s poorest school districts, already tousled by a hurricane and nervously awaiting division by a fence being built along the U.S.-Mexican border, won a coveted $1 million prize Tuesday for making academic advances. – The Brownsville Independent School District serves nearly 50,000 students — 98 percent Hispanic and 43 percent learning English.
October 6, 2008
César Chávez would be embarrassed over Dallas’ street-naming debate
September 25, 2008
2008 Hispanic Heritage Month calendar – Dallas / Fort Worth Area
Texas cleanup spurs labor need – Undocumented workers will be linchpin in efforts
September 23, 2008
Nearly 5% of the 727,070 El Pasoans last year said buenas noches when they went to sleep and buenos días when they woke up, according to new information released Tuesday by the U.S. Census Bureau.
September 22, 2008
blankFarmers Branch, Texas Anti-Immigrant Ordinance Is Blocked While Challenge Continues
Dallas leaders reconsider renaming Ross or Industrial after César Chávez
On Sept. 11, Mothers Against Drunk Driving and the League of United Latin American Citizens paired up to do more outreach in the Latino community and educate people about the dangers of drinking and driving. – Dallas
September 18, 2008
The Killeen LULAC Council 4535 Foundation was scheduled last Saturday to host the annual kick off for the 2008 Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration. But, the flood of Hurricane Ike evacuees rolling into the Killeen Community Center forced LULAC to change the date to Sept. 27 and the venue to the Killeen Special Events Center.
September 17, 2008
North Texas events for Hispanic Heritage Month 2008
September 16, 2008
Four Austin leaders who have increased awareness of Hispanic life in central Texas and have found innovative ways to preserve its history and culture have been honored by The University of Texas at Austin for their commitment to serving the community through the arts and humanities. The four honored were: author Martha Cotera; museum founder and director Sylvia Orozco; and theater founders JoAnn Carreon-Reyes and Rupert Reyes.
Dallas events for Hispanic Heritage Month 2008
September 15, 2008
ACLU And MALDEF File Lawsuit To Stop Farmers Branch Newest Anti-Immigrant Ordinance
Hispanic Chamber boss ends brief run for mayor – Fernando Reyes in San Antonio
Miss Hispanic Lubbock Liliana Cordero begins reign, plans to promote mental health
The San Marcos Public Library will host a free presentation by Xavier Garza, author and illustrator of Creepy Creatures and Other Cucuys, Lucha Libre: The Man in the Silver Mask – A Bilingual Cuento, and Charro Claus & the Tejas Kid. – Sept. 21
CORPUS CHRISTI — A 10 a.m. ceremony at Seaside Memorial Park Chapel in memory of Dr. Hector P. Garcia will mark the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month
The “Nuestras Mujeres: A Salute to Female Elected Officials” event honored 34 public officials – LULAC event in El Paso
September 11, 2008
Butler County Sheriff Richard K. Jones, a Republican, joined forces Wednesday, Sept. 10, with a Democratic counterpart, Sheriff Sigifredo Gonzalez Jr. of Zapata County, Texas, to spread the word about worsening problems along the U.S./Mexico border in Ohio.
The top female police officer in El Paso is suing the city, claiming she was unfairly passed up in the recent search for a new chief. Police Chief of Staff Diana Kirk claims in the 18-page suit filed last week in El Paso County court that she was passed over for promotion to chief in part because she is a Hispanic woman.
September 10, 2008
The Seguin Guadalupe County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s annual Fiestas Patrias event will kick off at 5 p.m. Friday with the community’s favorite foods and vendors, and entrants in the brisket and bean cookoff will be competing for bragging rights.
September 9, 2008
El Paso area encouraged to read book of Mexican short stories during next two months
School district offers Spanish immersion up to 7th grade – Bedford Heights Elementary – Dallas area
Dallas suburb’s move on illegal immigration being fought – Measure to keep illegal immigrants in Farmers Branch from housing has some seeking restraining order
September 8, 2008
As founding chairman of the El Paso Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, I gotta tell you, Austin Hispanics have much to be grateful for. However, the recent firing of two Hispanic department heads by Austin’s Black City Manager, Marc Ott, could spell trouble ahead for race relations in Austin.
September 5, 2008
Hispanic pageant contestants of all ages work to raise funds – Witchita Falls, Texas
September 3, 2008
City of Fort Worth 7th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration 2008
Opponents of a Dallas suburb’s latest effort to force out illegal immigrants filed a lawsuit Wednesday seeking to stop a city ban on apartment and home rentals to tenants who can’t prove they are legally in the country. – Farmers Branch
Hispanic Heritage Month will be celebrated from Sept. 16 through Oct. 16 at the Abilene Public Library. The theme for this year is “Getting Involved: Our Families, Our Community, Our Nation.”
August 29, 2008
Tejano Music returns to Austin Radio – KTXZ 1560 AM, 95.1 FM – Encino Broadcasting
August 23, 2008
Ten Hispanic business and political leaders, including a former Austin mayor and a former state senator, complained to the Austin City Council Friday after they say City Manager Marc Ott treated them in a rude and combative manner at a meeting earlier this week.
Undocumented Immigrant Upset After Arrest At Car Dealership – Irving, Texas
August 19, 2008
Advocates for Hispanics blast Valero plant – Houston, Texas
August 18, 2008
The Mexican army and drug cartel operatives are among the likely sources of recent interference with El Paso police communications and the Digital El Paso wireless network, city officials said.
August 17, 2008
Dallas County addresses rise in foreign-born Latino population
August 12, 2008
Pioneering Hispanic Houston Police officer who was shot last month dies – Velia “Belle” Ortega
August 11, 2008
Mexican labor helped move El Paso a century ago
Do Hispanics have a voice in North Forest? They are 30% of district’s students but aren’t part of board, administration – Houston
August 7, 2008
Illegal workers get help from fund – Group assists in posting bond for immigrants held in ICE raids – Houston
AT&T contributes $100,000 to Museo Alameda – San Antonio
Starr, Hidalgo and Willacy counties make ‘Most Hispanic’ list – Texas
The Hispanic population in McLennan County has grown by more than 10,000 persons – or 27% – since the 2000 Census – Texas
August 3, 2008
Museo Alameda Opens Escultura Social: A New Generation of Art from Mexico City Exhibition is Second Phase of Blockbuster Presentation, “Mexico at the Museo” – San Antonio
August 1, 2008
A long, worthy comment on Chavez Blvd. – Dallas
July 30, 2008
Headache: Border wall construction disrupts the usual peace and quiet of Granjeno
70% of Houstonians over the age of 60 are Anglo. 75% of Houstonians under the age of 30 are non-Anglo, mostly Hispanic. The conclusion is obvious. In a few years Houston will be a predominantly Hispanic city. Further, if Hispanics don’t prosper, Houston won’t prosper.
10th Annual Hispanic Wellness Fair in Fort Worth offers free medical services for all Aug. 2
July 29, 2008
Bilingual singer Patricia Vonne will perform a benefit concert on behalf of Latinitas Magazine. The digital magazine is attempting to launch its first print issue, and proceeds from the show will go toward the publication. The magazine originated six years ago from two University of Texas students. – Austin
KWBU-TV, Channel 34, is saying “bienvenido” to V-me, the first national Spanish-language network to partner with American public television. – Waco will be the fifth market in Texas to receive V-me
July 27, 2008
City of Killeen implementing a bilingual pay incentive program – Texas
July 24, 2008
Wanting to identify issues important to Houston’s growing Latino population, the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is launching a campaign to raise $10 million to fund its own research foundation.
El Pasoan seeks 1,000 people to document border life
July 23, 2008
Sheriff Lupe Valdez Continuing on Crash Course with City Leaders and Employees – Dallas County, Texas
The San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce conducted a national search for its new president and CEO – Ramiro Cavazos
Hispanic HPD trailblazer fights for her life after shooting – Velia “Belle” Ortega
July 22, 2008
Abilene’s first Cuban refugees brought by the International Rescue Committee arrive – Texas
Houston Police Department’s first Hispanic woman cop shot – Belle Ortega
Industrial/Cesar Chavez votes haven’t changed – Dallas
Art Acevedo looks back, forward after one year – Austin’s first Hispanic police chief
July 17, 2008
Home state groups jump-start active citizenship in immigrants – Dallas
Collin County Commissioner: Bilingual Employees Should Not Be Paid More – Spanish Speakers Get 3 Percent Higher Starting Salaries – Texas
El Paso delegation goes to Latino Congreso
July 16, 2008
Chamber Hispanic division moves forward – Lubbock, Texas
Dallas County Sheriff Lupe Valdez agrees to meet with employee groups
Border fence lawsuit will be heard in federal court in El Paso
July 13, 2008
Film shows fight over El Paso conquistador statue
Business Mercado has booths open – Abilene, Texas
On the Air with Javier Martinez – Southwest Texas
Marchers pray for immigration reform, end to border fence – El Paso
July 9, 2008
Police: Random shootings aimed at Asians, Hispanics – Texas
McAllen Hispanic Chamber of Commerce still mum on FUTURES tour’s fate
June 30, 2008
Latino Life Blog – Mural to celebrate San Antonio’s musical legends
June 26, 2008
El Pasoans anticipate summer Pachanga Concert series
June 24, 2008
Immigration activists content with recommendations to city – Austin
Columbian priests welcomed to Queen of Angels – Austin, Texas
June 23, 2008
Margarita Olivarez leads by example – Lubbock, Texas
Latina hero faces cancer with typical optimism – Adelfa Callejo – Dallas
June 19, 2008
LULAC Offers Alternative Roads For Cesar Chavez – Dallas
Houston’s 1st bullfight in 20 years won’t draw blood
Hispanic leaders weigh options for César Chávez street – Dallas
June 17, 2008
Hispanic leaders press for Chávez name – Dallas
Hispanic Bar Association honors American Airlines VP – Dallas
June 12, 2008
ICE doubles security efforts to ensure violence doesn’t spill over – El Paso / Juárez
Texas Latinos honor their LGBT chapter
June 11, 2008
El Paso to ask feds for help treating wounded Mexican cops
June 10, 2008
A Latino vote that made a difference and is sending chills down the spines of city officials (Latina Lista) – Dallas
Industrial Boulevard renaming poll has Dallas officials mired in controversy – Dallas – (to César Chávez Boulevard)
June 9, 2008
Madrina-Padrino teaches traffic safety to Hispanics – El Paso
Varying data leave incomplete picture of immigrants’ progress – Dallas schools
June 5, 2008
Local Supermarket Chain Marketing to Hispanics – Lubbock, Texas
June 3, 2008
Illegal immigration issue surfaces in race for League City mayor – Candidate wants to address how illegal immigrants are handled by police – Texas
Chihuahua races set for this weekend – at the Fiestas Juan Seguin – Texas
Federal suit says Irving ISD elections deny representation to Hispanics
June 2, 2008
Hispanic Futures Conference ends for the year – Austin
Al Dia and the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Launch ‘Emerging Hispanic Leaders’ Program
May 29, 2008
Timeline of events in Farmers Branch rental ban case
Judge rejects Farmers Branch ordinance on renting to illegal immigrants
Hispanic residents testify against Farmers Branch election system
Hispanic Futures Conference on Sat., May 31 – Austin, Texas
May 19, 2008
Hispanics, housing drive Dallas-Fort Worth population gains in last 8 years
Rejuvenated Fort Worth mall puts a new accent on retail – La Gran Plaza de Fort Worth
May 15, 2008
Carlos Espinosa is man of many trades for McAllen golf fans – Texas
May 14, 2008
Hispanic population growing as region’s demographics get rapid makeover – “if it wasn’t for Hispanics many more West Texas communities would be like ghost towns.”
May 12, 2008
Spanish language plays role in police officer training – Waco, Texas
New mayor says top priority is ridding Carrollton of illegal immigrants – Dallas suburb
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Irving’s Hispanic Chamber of Commerce looks to mend rifts – Texas
National Hispanic Professional Organization Austin Chapter Supports Wellness in the Community – Non-Profit Organization/Relief – Stellar Image, LLC | NewswireToday
May 8, 2008
Dallas Attorney Angel Reyes Named to DART Board of Directors
Councilman calls for look at how Austin Latinos are faring
Avance ranked one of America’s top Hispanic nonprofits in national report – San Antonio
May 6, 2008
Dallas’ Latino Cultural Center announces summer movie lineup
Leon Eguia, one of Houston’s 1st Latino firefighters
May 5, 2008
Hispanic candidates travel a rocky road – Farmers Branch and Irving, Texas
Illegal immigration could shake up Lewisville council races – Texas
May 1, 2008
Mexican Consulate To Visit Mt. Pleasant After ICE Raids
April 30, 2008
Tyson Foods, LULAC Partnership Offers Help to the Hungry Through Donation to North Texas Food Bank
Annual study finds Houstonians’ attitudes sour toward immigration
April 29, 2008
Lubbock, Hispanic chambers may merge
April 28, 2008
Hispanics on Harris County voter rolls triple in generation – Houston, Texas
April 25, 2008
Lena Guerrero honored at Saturday services – Austin
April 24, 2008
Dr. Laura Murillo went from a poor neighborhood in east Houston to a successful career and is now the president of the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
April 22, 2008
Celebrating heritage at annual Mercado Days Latino Fest – Port Arthur, Texas
April 21, 2008
CEO quits Hispanic Chamber – Corpus Christi
April 7, 2008
Court Appointed Special Advocate Program Appeals to Latino Community to Help Abused and Neglected Children – over 1,300 Latino children in foster care in Dallas County & only 35 Latino CASA volunteers to serve them
Rev. Richard Flores named rector of St. Patrick Cathedral
Schools reach out to Spanish-speaking parents – Galveston, Texas
April 1, 2008
Farmworkers rally on Chávez Day – El Paso
March 31, 2008
Lubbock Hispanics rally with Chavez march, street ceremony
March 24, 2008
Latinos vie for school board, council seats in Irving – Texas
El Hispano News “Parents Step Ahead” Program Introduced in Irving, Texas
March 17, 2008
Chamber will amplify Hispanic voice in Pleasant Grove – Ralph Castro – Dallas
Go Tejano Day Record Set Despite Protest – Houston
March 13, 2008
Brutal Armed Robbers Targeting Latinos – Dallas
Did You Know? researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health conclude that the McAllen metropolitan area is one of the five worst regions of the country in its proportion of Latino children who live in “low-opportunity” neighborhoods compared to white children.
Study: McAllen area Hispanic children have fewer opportunities – Texas
March 11, 2008
Education Program Builds Steps to Success for Houston’s Latino Youth
Longtime advocate for El Paso’s elderly, disabled dies – Lucy Acosta – first woman inducted into the LULAC Hall of Fame
March 9, 2008
Dallas County Sheriff Lupe Valdez avoids runoff, awaits winner of Bowles-Cannaday
March 6, 2008
Police Chief Acevedo celebrates Seuss – Austin, Texas
Ex-Waco mayor, Hispanic leader Ruben Santos dies
February 28, 2008
Sherman Police learning Spanish – Texas
February 21, 2008
Talento Bilingüe marks 30 years of corazón in Houston
February 18, 2008
Catholic churches work to keep Hispanic teens involved – Dallas
February 13, 2008
LULAC pushes naming elementary school for Cesar E. Chavez – Beaumont, Texas
February 12, 2008
Sheriff’s hopefuls want jail to check for illegal immigrants – Dallas County
February 4, 2008
‘Mariachi music is right up there’
January 22, 2008
Round Two: Farmers Branch Vs. Illegal Immigrants
January 2, 2008
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Donates 21 Computers to El Hispano News’ ‘Parents Step Ahead’ Program
December 10, 2007
Houston dancers celebrate Lady of Guadalupe – Annual event draws 3,000 Catholics to celebrate the upcoming feast day – Houston
November 27, 2007
Brig. Gen. Angela Salinas, Marine Corps to speak at El Hispano News’ ‘Parents Step Ahead’ Ceremony
November 19, 2007
Survey: More see immigration as cultural threat – Most of region’s whites also want those who hire undocumented workers punished – Houston
Ex-judge, attorney Hector De Peña Sr. dies at 93 – Corpus Christi
November 14, 2007
Dallas Peruvian consulate opening coincides with Peruvian music showcase
November 6, 2007
Did You Know? The first Hispanic female Immigration and Customs Enforcement National Academy instructor announced Monday that she will run for El Paso County sheriff. – Maria Guadalupe Dempsey
Flier appears to be attempt to lower Hispanic turnout – Fort Worth
November 4, 2007
Hispanic Chamber to look for new space – Fort Worth, Texas
October 26, 2007
Chavez street gets green light; Klein sees red – Lubbock, Texas
October 21, 2007
‘Adios, tocayo’ — Carlos Pesina will be dearly missed in our community – Waco
October 15, 2007
Beyond Translation Forum in Houston, Texas
October 14, 2007
Even allies divided in Irving’s immigration fight – United in opposition to migrant policy, one group gets aggressive while other urges dialogue – Texas
LULAC marks 60 years of service – Galveston, Texas
October 11, 2007
On eve of vote, supporters of Chavez street name hold vigil – Lubbock, Texas
October 10, 2007
Farmers Branch residents in a paint brawl – Some see shades of racism in move to tone down home colors – Texas
October 9, 2007
Cesar Chavez Statue Unveiling At University of Texas – Austin
October 8, 2007
Cesar Chavez is worthy of street-name honor – Lubbock, Texas
Chicano activist to bring message to Valley – Jose Angel Gutierrez – Texas
September 30, 2007
Helping the Hispanic community for 20 years – El Buen Samaritano Episcopal Mission in Austin
September 26, 2007
EVA’S HEROES CELEBRITY GOLF TOURNAMENT – Inaugural Golf Tournament Attracts Celebrities to San Antonio for a Cause
September 24, 2007
Cowboys rookies celebrate Hispanic heritage at Mi Escuelita – Dallas
September 20, 2007
Hispanic community to miss Waco’s first Hispanic police chief – Texas
September 18, 2007
New gay luchador makes debut at Dallas Pride parade
Support Triples for the Hispanic College Fund’s Charity Golf Tournament in Dallas/Fort Worth
September 17, 2007
Mexican-American center opens doors – Austin
September 16, 2007
Look-alike contest marks 10th anniversary of ‘Selena’ movie – Victoria, Texas
September 15, 2007
Texas Ranger pitcher Vicente Padilla rides to El Centro’s rescue with a $25,000 gift – Kitsap County
September 12, 2007
Is LULAC footing Rodriguez’s legal bill? – (the Cen-Tex Hispanic Chamber of Commerce mess continues)
Mexican consul hosting independence day celebrations in Harlingen – Texas
September 11, 2007
The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department invites the public to the grand opening of the Mexican American Cultural Center, 600 River St., at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, 2007.
September 9, 2007
Harris County changes arrest policy for illegal immigrants – Texas
August 28, 2007
Abriendo Puertas Provides Outreach to Almost 8,000 Families – Texas
August 21, 2007
Winners of the Triunfando awards hosted by the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
August 13, 2007
Dallas Hispanic expo highlights hope
Melis reaches out to Hispanic community after recent string of robberies – Waco, Texas
DPS tracked troopers encounters with illegal immigrants – Dallas
August 10, 2007
Hispanic chamber hosts expo – Dallas
August 2, 2007
In wake of recent crimes, fear grips Waco’s Hispanic community
August 1, 2007
Mano a Mano gives 64 more chance to succeed – Corpus Christi
July 31, 2007
Mexican American Cultural Center open in Austin, Texas
July 26, 2007
Dr. Hector P. Garcia office still in limbo – National GI Forum may be approached for help in restoring the local site – Corpus Christi
July 23, 2007
Latino group building leaders – Dallas
July 17, 2007
Immigrants allegations to be examined – Irving, Texas
July 16, 2007
Hispanic forum honors its own – Bryan, Texas
July 9, 2007
Red Cross answers Hispanic leaders request for help – Northern Texas
June 26, 2007
Local American and Mexican officials sign disaster plan – Texas y New Mexico
June 24, 2007
Flood victims struggle to pick up the pieces in Gainesville, Texas
Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce relocates downtown
May 31, 2007
Turistas in Pasadena – Texas
May 7, 2007
Mexican-American Cultural Center set to open in June – Austin
April 19, 2007
Bank Of America To Host Dia De La Familia – Tyler, Texas
April 8, 2007
Texas Lottery Commission investigating Central Texas Hispanic chamber
April 6, 2007
New foster care center opening to place Hispanic children in safe homes – San Antonio
April 2, 2007
Immigration, education big concerns for Hispanic festival celebrants – Waco, Texas
March 21, 2007
Mexican-American Cultural Center to open by summer – Austin
March 15, 2007
Campaign against Latino grocery – Farmers Branch, Texas
