Blogante News + Arizona Hispanic y Latino News & Info (Noticias)
November 19, 2009
Latina activist Lorraine Lee namesake of trail near Tucson – Saturday dedication to honor deceased officer in Chicanos por la Causa
November 12, 2009
Barrow scientists partner with Hispanic ‘El Grupo’ in Alzheimer’s research
November 11, 2009
Carlos Vélez-Ibáñez and Paul Espinosa, professors in ASU’s Department of Transborder Chicana/o and Latina/o Studies in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, are recipients of awards from the American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education. The awards recognize energy, expertise and remarkable contributions to the Hispanic community.
November 2, 2009
Long-time civic leader Joe E. Gonzales dies at 88 – in the late 1940s worked for U.S. Senator Carl Hayden of Arizona, died in Tucson last month from heart complications.
Alzheimer’s researchers tap into Hispanic group at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix
October 28, 2009
Phoenix City Council members on Monday named David Cavazos the next city manage
October 17, 2009
A Rogue Sheriff Roams in Arizona: FI2W’s Valeria Fernández on The Takeaway
October 14, 2009
Luis Barajas and his wife Mary pose proudly Monday morning with the Most Influential Hispanic of 2009 award – Yuma
Martin Quezada, a graduate from ASU’s College of Law, is running for Arizona State House Representative in the 2010 election.
October 12, 2009
As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close this week, many Valley Hispanics are reflecting on a history much different than the one told by traditional historians. – Hispanics, who had been largely left out of local history books, are finding their community played a much larger role in the development of metropolitan Phoenix than most people realized.
October 7, 2009
An Arizona sheriff known for aggressively cracking down on illegal immigration has been stripped of some of his special power to enforce federal immigration law, and he claims the Obama administration is taking away his authority for political reasons. – Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio
October 5, 2009
Arizona Hispanics need to stand up and be counted in the 2010 census or face losing representation in Congress, a voice in the community and money for social services, a panel of elected officials and activists said last week.
¡VIDA! The Fourth Annual Mujer Latina Breast Cancer Conference, offering information on early cancer screening, risk factors, treatment and managing side effects, is scheduled for next Saturday, Oct. 10, at Old Pueblo Community Center. – Arizona
September 24, 2009
Census: Immigrants Leaving Arizona – Economy, Increased Efforts To Crack Down On Illegal Immigration Factors, Attorney Says
September 22, 2009
A scaled-down Chandler’s Hispanic Heritage Celebration didn’t draw the same kind of crowds as some previous years, but those in attendance enjoyed a mix of cultural and entertainment options. – Arizona
September 15, 2009
The College of Nursing and Health Innovation announced Monday that it received a $2.5 million grant for research of asthma disparities among Latino children from the National Center of Complementary and Alternative Medicine. – Arizona State University
September 3, 2009
Juan Sepulveda, executive director of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans, is hosting two meetings on Wednesday at Pima Community College’s downtown campus – Tucson, Arizona
August 3, 2009
The self-proclaimed “toughest sheriff in America” has never gotten so much resistance from the federal government. The Homeland Security Department wants Sheriff Joe Arpaio of Maricopa County, Ariz., to stop arresting illegal immigrants whose only crime was crossing the U.S.-Mexico border without documents.
July 14, 2009
The new Latino cultural center that Phoenix approved for downtown may open in November. Advocates for Latin@ Arts & Culture Consortium Inc. will have access to a city-owned building beginning Aug. 1 and will then have 120 days to prepare the new facility.
June 23, 2009
‘Three-Ring Circus’ Of Immigrant-Bashing in Mesa, Ariz. May Have Hastened New SFPD Chief George Gascon’s Departure
Sharpton in Arizona Evokes Civil Rights Struggle in Fight for Immigration Reform
June 22, 2009
Fajita cookoff a tasty cultural celebration – Arizona
June 19, 2009
Professor Charles Calleros recently led several students and staff from the College of Law in providing information, inspiration, and skill-building for about 50 high school students participating in the ASU Cesar Chavez Leadership Institute.
June 17, 2009
10 Minutes with Arizona State Senator Amanda Aguirre
June 9, 2009
Maria “Tess” Martinez, a former Tucson Weekly intern, died Monday, June 1, in a single-car accident in New Mexico. She was 25 years old. Founding member of NAHJ’s student chapter at the University of Arizona
June 8, 2009
University of Arizona plan to merge minority centers is stirring protest
June 5, 2009
Agencias del orden a nivel local y estatal de Arizona y Sonora (México) acordaron en Tucson trabajar conjuntamente para combatir el tráfico de armas a ambos lados de la frontera.
March 21, 2009
In an effort to diffuse a racially charged situation, a Phoenix radio talk show host offered to replace a controversial sign at a Yuma business, but his goodwill gesture was refused. Carlos Galindo – ‘No Yobs Aqui’
March 19, 2009
A public art project that was supposed to depict the image of a snoozing Mexican with his head beneath a sombrero has stirred resentment from some Hispanics even though the sculpture collapsed just minutes after being removed from a mold.
March 13, 2009
The federal government’s decision to investigate Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio for alleged civil rights abuses was praised Thursday by two immigrants’ rights activists, who said they expect the Obama Administration to act quickly on comprehensive immigration reform.
March 10, 2009
Arts groups push for Phoenix Latino museum
January 26, 2009
Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce accepting award nominations through Jan. 31
December 12, 2008
Arizona prosecutors will not retry Border Patrol agent for the third time in fatal shooting of an illegal immigrant in the desert two years ago.
December 5, 2008
Hispanics Less Likely to Enter Journalism at Arizona State University Than Other Programs
Rep. Raúl Grijalva has necessary experience for Interior
December 3, 2008
The holidays are around the corner and it is that time of year again to prepare for the fourth annual Casino del Sol Tucson Tamal & Heritage Festival, sponsored by La Estrella de Tucsón.
November 25, 2008
University of Arizona Hispanic Alumni Host Scholarship Benefit – Dorothy Finley former CEO of Finley Distribution and Macario Saldate IV director of the UA Guadalajara Summer School will be honored at the semi-formal dinner and dance event.
November 3, 2008
Delta Dental of Arizona Launches Spanish Language Individual Dental Plan Website
October 27, 2008
The Mesa Association of Hispanic Citizens sponsored the 2008 Mesa Latino Town Hall on Saturday, featuring five different presentations regarding immigration and economic issues, including one on the public safety of Mesa residents.
September 29, 2008
The Maricopa County Supervisors will meet Monday to re-vote on whether Sheriff Joe Arpaio may end his office’s contract with the town of Guadalupe.
September 22, 2008
Daniel Martin Diaz will have a solo exhibition, titled “Anatomy of Sorrow,” at the Arizona State Museum.
23rd National Hispanic Women’s Conference to Debut October 9 At the Phoenix Convention Center
September 21, 2008
Indigenous Peoples battle for their lives, and others, on US borders – Mike Wilson, Tohono O’odham, replaces missing water tanks for migrants on the southern border
September 16, 2008
Guatemalan Artist Exhibition a Gateway to Study Abroad – The University of Arizona Center for Latin American Studies hosts Mayan artist Carlos Chavez.
September 11, 2008
Councilman Ben Arredondo receives leadership honor – Arizona
The University of Arizona on Thursday will kick off Hispanic Heritage Month, which will offer a variety of events that are free and open to the public.
September 10, 2008
Hispanic Heritage Month 2008 – Phoenix Events
September 9, 2008
Agent: MS-13 Coming To Arizona ‘They’re In Every Neighborhood,’ Says MCSO Deputy
This fall marks the introduction of the largest number of University of Arizona Hispanic Alumni scholars in the history of the organization.
September 8, 2008
On Friday, more than 2,000 people gathered in Phoenix to honor 11 Arizona Hispanics for inspiring leadership in their community. – Valle del Sol awards
September 3, 2008
Hispanic Business magazine has named the University of Arizona’s law and medical schools among the top ten best graduate programs in the country.
August 28, 2008
Andrea Moreno Named Chairwoman of Phoenix Women’s Commission
August 18, 2008
Changing laws have made life tougher for illegal immigrants in Arizona, including young people giving up dreams of college and better lives because they are unable to pay out-of-state tuition as required by voters.
August 17, 2008
Tucson’s police chief is revising his department’s policy on dealing with illegal immigrants officers encounter.
August 12, 2008
Raza studies deal with reality – Arizona
August 7, 2008
The controversy over Pima County Legal Defender Isabel Garcia’s participation in a protest is really all about the U.S. Constitution. It’s also about Congress’ failure to enact comprehensive immigration reforms
August 5, 2008
University of Arizona College of Medicine Summer Internship Addresses Border Health Disparities
July 27, 2008
“On the Border with Al Garza,” which first aired July 14, is hosted by Garza, who is perhaps best known for his role as national executive director of the border watch group Minuteman Civil Defense Corps. – Cochise County, Arizona
July 24, 2008
Hundreds of critics of Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio packed the county chambers Wednesday to try to persuade the Board of Supervisors to put an end to his controversial immigration sweeps, to better monitor lawsuits related to his office, and to more closely examine his emergency response times and jurisdictional reach.
Mexico has lodged a formal complaint against the United States for flood damage it claims was caused by a concrete barrier erected by the Border Patrol in a storm-water tunnel beneath Nogales.
July 15, 2008
Arpaio launches another sweep in Mesa
Hispanic candidate criticized for name change – John (Juan) Vazquez Valdez – Phoenix
June 24, 2008
Immigrant deaths are down in Yuma sector
June 23, 2008
Arizona, Mexico enjoy partnership – Fulton Homes Grand Canyon State Games
June 22, 2008
More from Cuba calling Valley home – Arizona
Sheriff Joe Arpaio book signing draws supporters, protesters – Arizona
June 19, 2008
University of Arizona Press Earns Top Honors – 2008 International Latino Book Awards
Arpaio claims 1,000th arrest under smuggling law – Arizona
Lawman’s raids on immigrants spark fury in Phoenix – Sheriff Joe Arpaio
June 18, 2008
Arizona’s Department of Public Safety lauds its immigration efforts
June 17, 2008
Toughest sheriff in US vows no let up in immigration fight – Sheriff Joe Arpaio
June 12, 2008
La Bloga: Bravo, Hermanos y Hermanas and University of Arizona Press!
Legislature acts to opt Arizona out of Real ID – Boston.com
June 11, 2008
Mexican Consulate holding film festival – Four-night event in Bisbee will present look at Mexican culture – Arizona
June 5, 2008
Man Eegee – No More Deaths Seeking Summer Volunteers – Tucson
June 2, 2008
5,000 Hispanic Engineers, Students to Hit Phoenix for Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers Conference, Nov. 12-16, 2008
May 29, 2008
Border rights activist leaving Tucson for new post – Rick Ufford-Chase, founder of BorderLinks
Activist raises awareness on illegal immigration – Annie Loyd in Arizona
May 28, 2008
Film crew in Yuma for documentary on Corrales murder – Arizona
May 21, 2008
Migrant deaths down along border, but high heat looms – Arizona
The University of Arizona Ranks 22nd in Awarding Bachelor Degrees to Hispanics
May 20, 2008
Arizona’s E-Verify system is the crystal ball for the nation’s economy (Latina Lista)
May 19, 2008
Top officials hinge careers on immigration – Arizona
May 12, 2008
Northern Arizona University remains a top university for graduating Latinos
May 8, 2008
Illegal-immigrant crackdowns have Valley churches on edge – Arizona
Book highlights poor Hispanic areas here – “Colonias in Arizona and New Mexico: Border Poverty and Community Development Solutions”
May 5, 2008
LULAC leadership Joins Rep. Ben Miranda and State Hispanic Caucus Members in Arizona Denouncing Maricopa County Sheriff’s Anti-Immigrant Actions on May 1st
Arizona’s population 30 percent Hispanic
Group works to make immigrants politically aware – Immigrants Without Borders in Phoenix
May 1, 2008
Hispanics make up nearly 30% of Arizona population
April 30, 2008
Immigrant rights groups shifting tactics as November approaches – Arizona
Arpaio, Gordon unhurt by immigration tiff, poll indicates – Arizona
‘Spanish’ speaks odd language in ASU setting – play entitled “Speak Spanish to Me”
Arizona sheriff’s sweeps on solid legal ground
April 25, 2008
Bill would let sheriff’s office join forces with Border Patrol – Arizona
April 24, 2008
Latino leaders: Veto immigration-policing bill – Arizona
April 22, 2008
Salazar stamp fête to be at Thursday at the University of Arizona
April 21, 2008
Hispanic lawmakers join call for Arpaio investigation
April 16, 2008
Mesa Police Chief Gascón speaks out against Arpaio crime sweeps – Arizona
April 15, 2008
A documentary about former Arizona Gov. Raul H. Castro has been prepared by the University of Arizona Center for Latin American Studies
Mesa Community College Hispanics reach out
April 8, 2008
Van rolls, dozens of illegal immigrants injured, one killed – Arizona
Crunch Time for Arizona’s English Learner Program Looms
March 31, 2008
Sheriff Arpaio protestors become afraid for their safety – Phoenix
March 25, 2008
Cesar Chavez Conference focuses on behavioral health – Arizona State University
ACLU And MALDEF File Lawsuit Against Arizona Town Over Anti-Solicitation Law – Local Ordinance Targets Day Laborers And Violates Free Speech Rights
March 6, 2008
Arizona Panel OKs Sanction Law Changes
Ruben Navarrette: The role of local police in immigration – Phoenix
March 5, 2008
Mexican Consulate renews deal with med center – Tucson
February 18, 2008
Immigration will confront next Mesa mayor
February 14, 2008
Couple brings Mexican dome architecture to Arizona
2007 AAAS Mentor Award goes to Carlos Castillo Chavez of Arizona State University
February 11, 2008
Judge upholds illegal immigrant hiring law – Arizona
February 4, 2008
Immigration battle divides Arizona GOP
January 31, 2008
Tucson Police Chief Miranda to step down and take government job
January 24, 2008
Immigrant rights group is building a case against Sheriff Arpaio – Arizona
January 14, 2008
Book chronicles role of Scottsdale Mexican Americans in city’s rise – Arizona
January 11, 2008
Zumba Fitness Craze Catches On In Tucson
January 9, 2008
Latino leaders unite to stop racial profiling – Phoenix
January 4, 2008
Besieged Day Labor Center Stays Open – Phoenix
December 9, 2007
Schools adapt to growing Latino population – Tucson
University of Arizona seeking more Hispanic students
November 28, 2007
Hispanic College Fund Announces Partnership with Aguila Youth Leadership Institute
November 19, 2007
Hispanic citizens group to celebrate 20 years – Mesa Association of Hispanic Citizens – Arizona
November 14, 2007
One Man’s Vision to Empower Disadvantaged Families – University of Arizona
November 13, 2007
Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano Calls for Extension of Border Patrol During Azteca America’s Political Forum “Issues: Caras y Voces”
October 28, 2007
Town hall Hispanics grill Mesa candidates – Arizona
