Illinois + Illinois Hispanic y Latino News & Info (Noticias)
November 24, 2009
About 350 Latino underclassmen from 11 northwest suburban high schools explored the campus of Harper College, getting a sample of what their lives could be like if they pursue higher education. 8th annual Latino Summit
November 20, 2009
Radio Arte, a community, bilingual and youth-centered radio station owned by the National Museum of Mexican Art, is joining forces with Vocalo.org, founded by Chicago Public Radio, for a year-long collaboration.
November 18, 2009
Playboy Returns to Its Roots for New Year’s Eve 2010 With Pitbull at the Hilton
November 16, 2009
A Chicago City Council committee wants federal officials to halt deportation proceedings against immigrant students. – The Human Relations Committed on Friday approved a resolution urging the Department of Homeland Security to allow immigrant students to stay in the U.S. – Rigo Padilla
Hundreds of young people demonstrated on Friday inside city hall to ask for an end to the deporting of undocumented immigrants, in particular a young Mexican man attending the University of Illinois at Chicago. – Rigo Padilla
The Latino Breakfast Club and Chicago Hope Academy Bridge the Gap
November 13, 2009
Latino Fashion Week Delights a Fashionable Crowd in Chicago
“El Gringo” Meddling Spurs Hispanic Revolt – Chicago politics
Ill. Board of Education Chair Ruiz, State Senator Lightford & State Representative
Stop the deportation of Rigo Padilla
November 9, 2009
4 charged in lottery scam targeting elderly Hispanics in Chicago
Korean-Americans learn Spanish to help out at work – Business owners attempt to cool tension with Latino workers – Chicago
November 6, 2009
HACIA Cook County Board President Candidates’ Forum – Illinois
Goya opens distribution center in Bolingbrook, IL
November 5, 2009
Chicago Association of Hispanic Journalists to launch new Web site with Community News Matters award – $30,000 to launch
November 4, 2009
Mexican-born immigrant rights activist Jorge Mujica plans to challenge incumbent Rep. Dan Lipinski in next year’s Democratic primary for Illinois’ 3rd congressional district.
Latino Fashion Struts its Stuff – Fashion Week geared toward Latino design – Chicago
NLEI and NLU partner to meet Latino community’s specific educational needs – Illinois
Hispanics urged to make census count – Cities plan outreach to allay fears of government probing that could limit federal dollars – Chicago area
Chicago Ethnic Media Question U.S. Census Officials
November 2, 2009
Latinos Seek Control of Second Federal Savings in Chicago’s Little Village
A growing operation: New cheese factory ready for business – Nuestro Queso in Ilinois
October 29, 2009
Hijo de activista Rudy Lozano ingresa a la política en Chicago
October 28, 2009
University of Illinois at Chicago sociologists have received a $420,000 National Science Foundation grant to study how local communities respond to the issue of immigration.
October 26, 2009
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn has appointed three people to the state’s Latino Family Commission – has never met since it was established in 2007 (?)
October 23, 2009
The Division Street Business Development Association Celebrates 25 Years of Servicing Local Businesses in Humboldt Park, Chicago – DSBDA cordially invites you to the 25th Anniversary Banquet
PASEO BORICUA PROMOTES A FUN AND SAFE HALLOWEEN IN THE COMMUNITY ALONG DIVISION STREET IN HUMBOLDT PARK, CHICAGO
October 15, 2009
Cafe Media Story Picked up By NBC – Chicago
October 12, 2009
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn signs law that highlights Hispanic history in public schools
October 9, 2009
Un hispano fue acusado hoy de haber colocado bombas falsas en las afueras de un teatro del centro de Chicago, lo que obligó a evacuar al público y a varios edificios a la redonda por el temor a una explosión.
October 7, 2009
Alex Cuba brings his musical fusion to Chicago
Illinois GOP recruits minorities for longshot races – like Hispanic businessman Robert Enriquez for secretary of state
Hispanic Job Counselor Mary Gonzalez-Koenig Blazed Trail For Latinos in Chicago
October 5, 2009
Sandra Cisneros’ ofrenda to her parents on exhibit in Chicago
Alex Rubio’s calavera print part of Chicago museo’s muertos show
Federal authorities announced the Chicago arrest of the top boss of the Latin Kings and the dismantling of the gang’s operations in the city’s Mexican neighborhood of La Villita (Little Village).
LatiNU brings students closer with Latin culture – Northwestern University
October 2, 2009
For a decade, the Luna Negra dance troupe has poured their blood, sweat and tears into their art. – Chicago
September 30, 2009
Call for Nominations – Mujeres Latinas creates new award to recognize community leadership
September 28, 2009
Latino lifestyle mag celebrates first birthday – Cafe – (congrats, I really like this pub)
September 24, 2009
As part of the Distinguished Lecture Series at Governors State University, Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez will speak to students, faculty, staff and the community at a free and public presentation at 6 p.m. Oct. 1
Dreaming of a future – Chicago Dream Act rallies and a video
September 21, 2009
Would the Olympics benefit Chicago’s Latino community?
A West Side photo studio has been snapping pictures of Chicago’s Latino community for 40 years. Those pictures tell the story of people and their families as well as their increasing political role in the city’s life. – Miguel Zuno
Latino culture put on display through artwork at Columbia, Chicago State University
September 19, 2009
Xoco’s Unexpected Delights – Restaurant review – Rick Bayless’ new place in Chicago – (made me hungry)
September 17, 2009
Chicago Bulls Double Down On Spanish-Language Market – Will wear ‘Los Bulls’ jerseys, broadcast 21 games on Spanish radio
September 15, 2009
Viva Quad-Cities celebrates Hispanic culture – Illinois/Iowa
September 14, 2009
Southern Illinois University Carbondale will celebrate Latino Heritage Month in coming weeks with guest speakers, dancing, workshops, films, food and entertainment.
September 10, 2009
Joe Wilson’s lie is Carmen Velasquez’s truth
September 8, 2009
Chicago study shows swine flu sends more blacks, Hispanics to hospital
September 1, 2009
J.D. Salazar, SIOR of Champion Realty Advisors, LLC Named Finalist for Latino Professional of the Year in Chicago
Broader scope gives Viva Chicago Latin Music Festival a livelier beat
Slideshow: Viva! Chicago Latin Music Festival
These Colombians Rock – Try pronouncing that one. AH-TEAR-SI-OH-PELL-AH-DOS. – Aterciopelados at ¡Viva! Chicago Latin Music Festival
August 31, 2009
In the name of Dios: Mormon missionaries bring urban Hispanics, Catholics into the church
August 27, 2009
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn this week signed into law a new measure requiring that history courses across the state include references to the mass deportation of Mexicans from the United States back during the 1930s. (???)
With the goal of expanding and developing awareness of Latin American digital music and art, the 3rd edition of the Latin Electronic Music Festival kicks off today, Thursday, August 27 and continues through Saturday. – Chicago
Hospital staff focuses on bilingual health care – Gottlieb Memorial Hospital in Melrose Park, Illinois
August 25, 2009
A few beers and now this student faces deportation – Rigo Padilla in Chicago
August 24, 2009
Mayor Alex Lopez talks soft, leads Chicago Heights
Viva Chicago Latin Music Festival in Grant Park August 29 to 30
Mexico City bans plastic bags, so why can’t Chicago?
Mexican journalist Elena Poniatowska speaks in Chicago
August 21, 2009
New Initiative to Improve Mental Health Among Chicago Latinos
August 20, 2009
Rick Bayless: Chicago’s Top “Mexican” Chef
August 12, 2009
Chicago Sun-Times Welcomes Esther J. Cepeda back
David Novarro has been named WFLD-32’s new morning anchor effective immediately.
August 11, 2009
A sea change for Waukegan Latinos
August 4, 2009
Pilsen mural vandalized says “Mexicans are racist.”
Let undocumented youth reach their dreams – Illlinois commentary on the DREAM Act
Latinas Who Lead the Way – NCLR’s “Serving, Leading & Inspiring: Latinas in Elected & Appointed Office” panel
July 28, 2009
Chicago Mayor Daley appoints 57-year-old Cook County Commissioner Roberto Maldonado to replace Billy Ocasio as 26th Ward alderman
July 27, 2009
Dispelling the Hispanic Chicago Pilsen Myth: We’re – GASP! – everywhere
July 23, 2009
Latino Expo offers free health info and job fair in Chicago this weekend
July 20, 2009
Latina law students get a lift – Sotomayor’s tough climb and her bid for Supreme Court justice awe and inspire DePaul women
July 14, 2009
National Council of La Raza’s 2009 Latino Expo USA Offers Chicago Families Resources for Tough Times, Plus Free Family Entertainment
July 11, 2009
Hispanos de Illinois aseguran que son víctimas de perfil racial
July 3, 2009
Rep. Luis Gutiérrez (D-Chicago) is taking some heat for accepting campaign contributions from payday lenders. That’s because he’s playing a leading role in efforts to regulate the loans. A statement from Gutiérrez to WBEZ this week says he’ll quit taking those donations.
June 30, 2009
The Illinois Hispanic Entrepreneurship Center Awards Business Grant to GiveForward.org
June 29, 2009
More than 70 top-performing Latino students from Lake County high schools participated in a recent regional debate. The students traveled from eight county high schools to debate issues like immigration during the Great Lakes Great Debate at DePauw University
June 25, 2009
National Council of La Raza Conference Comes to Chicago – Workshops on home ownership counseling and free health screening for the community
June 24, 2009
Chicago Latino List 2009 – Matthew Montez, De-myth-ifier of the Path to College
Chicago Latino List 2009 – Nelly Aguilar, Esquire to the Special
Chicago Latino List 2009 – Roberto Cornelio, Large Business Incubator
Chicago Latino List 2009 – Veronica Arreola, Professional Feminist
Chicago Latino List 2009 – Jose Oliva, Restaurant Worker Sentinel
Chicago Latino List 2009 – Dr. Ana Gil Garcia, Leveler of Educational Inequalities
Chicago Latino List 2009 – John Viramontes, Voice to the Voiceless
Chicago Latino List 2009 – Antonio Martinez Jr., Charmer of Benefactors
Chicago Latino List 2009 – Cynthia LaBoy, Overcomer of all Obstacles
Chicago Latino List 2009 – Concepcion Rodriguez, Scare You Straight Caretaker of the Dead
Ten who are making a big difference for us all – Chicago Latino List 2009
DeVry University is the Leading Producer of Hispanic Computer Science Degree Graduates in California and Illinois
June 23, 2009
Five Peruvian companies attending Expo Comida Latina in Chicago (US) generated US $900,000 in preliminary sales contracts, reported the Lima’s Chamber of Commerce (CCL).
June 22, 2009
A rising force in Hispanic Chicago UNO works within system, gets $98 million for charter schools
June 19, 2009
Cook County State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez is the first sitting state’s attorney to lead the Chicago Bar association.
Famed Chicago Muralist Hector Duarte’s new work of art
June 16, 2009
Chicago Hispanic Health Coalition Presents Third-Annual Vive tu Vida! Get Up! Get Moving!(TM) Event
Latino authors and illustrators honored for outstanding works in children’s literature – Recipients of prestigious Pura Belpré Medal accept awards, sign winning books
June 6, 2009
Vincent Cordero – VP/General Manager, WGBO and WXFT Chicago
June 5, 2009
Empowerment through financial education for Latina women
June 4, 2009
SAN JOSE GROUP WINS TWO TRUMPET AWARDS FOR HISPANIC PR PROGRAMS
May 30, 2009
U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez (D-4th – Chicago) actively fronted for now-indicted real estate developer Calvin Boender, and the relationship led to a personal loan and at least one real estate deal for Gutierrez
May 29, 2009
Hoy, the daily Spanish-language publication in Chicago, is launching a new editorial design today that presents news and information in a more engaging, useful and practical way.
May 28, 2009
The Chicago Fire is pleased to announce that midfielder Cuauhtémoc Blanco is among the nominees for the second edition of “Tecate Premios Deportes” (Tecate Sports Awards). Nearly 60 Hispanic athletes from six sports categories are being considered for their sportsmanship, talent and character exemplified during 2008.
EEOC Says Construction Firm Subjected Latino Workers to Ethnic Epithets – Ceisel Masonry in Illinois
May 14, 2009
Comcast, TuTv Take Chicago – Five Spanish-Language Nets to Join Windy City Lineup
May 7, 2009
21-City “Family Unity” Tour to Conclude First Leg in Chicago – Mother’s Day Event to Highlight Impact of Immigration Crisis on U.S. Families
Latinos in Chicago and Suburbs Face Alarming Numbers of Cases of Alzheimer’s Disease While Thousands More are at Risk of Being Diagnosed
April 27, 2009
Chicago school in Hispanic neighborhood being extra vigilant amid concerns of swine flu
April 10, 2009
The mayor-elect of a North Shore suburb said Wednesday that he would drop many restrictions against illegal immigrants imposed by his predecessor. “The current mayor was not open to listening to what the community really needed,” said Robert Sabonjian, who on Tuesday defeated the incumbent mayor of Waukegan
March 24, 2009
Al Sanchez, Former Streets And Sanitation Commissioner Under Daley, Found Guilty Of Fraud In Corruption Trial – Chicago
March 18, 2009
Chef Jose Garces returns to his Chicago roots for a haute homecoming
March 17, 2009
Hispanic leaders in Chicago have met with Democrat Roland Burris and say they support him despite outstanding questions about his appointment to the U.S. Senate by disgraced former Gov. Rod Blagojevich.
March 16, 2009
The Future of Illinois: Our English Language Learners
March 11, 2009
Driving While Latino – In many communities across Chicagoland, Latino motorists are more likely to be stopped by police and more likely to have their vehicles searched than whites, a Chicago Reporter investigation has found
The trial of former Chicago Streets and Sanitation Commissioner Al Sanchez continues today. So far, it’s been a parade of current and former city employees. Several have been less than enthusiastic in their testimony.
Testimony in federal corruption trial details Mayor Richard Daley’s machine – Men say mayor’s brother, William Daley, and longtime top strategist Timothy Degnan helped form Hispanic Democratic Organization
March 6, 2009
The University of Illinois at Chicago says it’s closing a medical clinic geared for low-income women in a mostly Mexican neighborhood. But a community group is fighting to keep the facility open.
February 16, 2009
Lucio Guerrero: Blagojevich Spokesman Out Of A Job – former Chicago Sun-Times reporter
February 11, 2009
Cheap eats Pork patrol – Frontera Grill’s Rick Bayless gets spicy with snacks (and an unbeatable tres leches cake) in Pilsen, Chicago
January 26, 2009
Two Chicago Latinos that Helped Obama Be President – Rev. Wilfredo De Jesús y Vincent Casillas
December 18, 2008
Joliet Latinos urged to apply for seats on District 86 school board – Community activists seeking to increase Latino influence on public bodies
December 15, 2008
U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez said he’s taken himself out of the running to fill the Senate seat vacated by President-elect Barack Obama.
December 12, 2008
McHenry County’s booming non-English-speaking population has triggered changes in emergency agencies’ ways. More bilingual officers than ever are being staffed at area departments, and officials are being trained to use translation services and action plans in situations that involve members of the growing demographic. – Illinois
December 10, 2008
A group of Latino leaders on Tuesday marched to Joliet City Hall to protest what they called a stunning and shocking decision by the City Council to cut funding for social-service agencies.
December 9, 2008
Anita Alvarez names top deputies Cook County prosecutor selects 2 high-ranking insiders, campaign manager
The Immigrant Story That Wasn’t: Laid Off Republic Windows Employees Just Regular Working Stiffs – Esther Cepeda absolutely stunned that the peaceful sit in at the Republic Windows and Doors factory and warehouse has not been stuck in the ghetto of “immigrant story” by our local and national media.
December 8, 2008
U.S. Rep. Luis Gutierrez has made more than $420,000 on real estate deals – Many are done with campaign contributors
December 5, 2008
Latino caucus features advice from nearly 100 panelists – Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus
Nearly 1,000 attended the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus conference in Rosemont Thursday.
December 3, 2008
El cubanoamericano Dean Martínez se convirtió este martes en el primer hispano vicegobernador de Illinois, a cargo del desarrollo económico del estado, infraestructura, regulaciones comerciales y medio ambiente.
Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich on Monday announced the appointment of Dean Martinez as the state’s first Latino deputy governor in the state’s history.
AeroMexico Launches Non-Stop Service Between Chicago and Morelia, Mexico on December 4
New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson will be named President-elect Barack Obama’s Commerce Secretary at a Chicago press conference
December 2, 2008
DePaul Partnership With Puerto Rican Cultural Center Wins Top Prize of $15,000 From Illinois Campus Compact
Rising Warren County Hispanic population increases need for translators – Illinois
Anita Alvarez sworn in as Illinois state’s attorney – She is 1st woman and 1st Hispanic to hold top Cook County prosecutor’s post
November 25, 2008
The future of the Latin American Recruitment and Educational Services (LARES) program remains uncertain due to the possibility of a university-wide rescission, according to a State Legislature proposal. – University of Illinois
November 21, 2008
The FBI is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the location and arrest of Latin Kings street gang leader charged with overseeing the distribution of cocaine throughout Chicago and the suburbs.
November 20, 2008
Latinos vs. Latinas? It could be, says one politico – The leading (and only) Latina in the Illinois Senate seems to see some truth in such a statement. State Sen. Iris Martinez, a Chicago Democrat
November 19, 2008
Puertorriqueños de Chicago tienen un “pedacito de patria” en el Paseo Boricua
El congresista Luis Gutiérrez (D-Ill) propondrá al Caucus Hispano del Congreso de los Estados Unidos que reclame al presidente electo Barack Obama una reforma migratoria inmediata.
November 18, 2008
Chicago’s Congressman Luis Gutierrez says he’s interested in Obama’s Senate seat
November 12, 2008
Una elaborada exposición que recopila arte azteca de 10 museos mexicanos _con piezas que nunca antes habían salido de México muestra fragmentos de un mundo que fue destruido para siempre el 31 de agosto de 1521. – Chicago
November 7, 2008
Former Governor Jim Edgar says the future of the national Republican Party is threatened by its loss of support in the Hispanic community.
November 6, 2008
Anita Alvarez Thumps Peraica for Historic Win in Cook County, Illinois
Cook County State’s Attorney-elect Anita Alvarez Wants Tougher Gun Laws, More Latino Prosecutors
Anita Alvarez: playing the “Experience card” – Chicago politics
November 3, 2008
The Democratic and Republican candidates for Cook County state’s attorney delivered their closing arguments Sunday, visiting churches in high-crime Chicago neighborhoods to woo voters before Tuesday’s election. – Democrat Anita Alvarez
R.IP. – A Cuban native, Maria T. Ortiz-Alvarez immersed herself in Cuban-American and Hispanic charities in Chicago and helped many displaced and needy Hispanic families through her volunteer work.
October 23, 2008
A former general manager of Hoy (Julian Posada) bets on a new magazine for next-generation Chicago Latinos. – Café bills itself as a “Latino lifestyle magazine,” and the first issue came off the presses last week. It’s a free bimonthly that the founders hope will go monthly next spring.
October 21, 2008
An undocumented Mexican immigrant pleaded publicly Monday for a chance to stay in the country with her husband and six children, and sought to delay any action until after the next president takes office. – Chicago
Local radio show reaches out to area’s Spanish-speaking audience – The source is “Radio Latina,” which is broadcast Wednesday at noon on WESN 88.1 FM, Illinois Wesleyan University’s student-run radio station.
October 17, 2008
Teresa Puente is the latest laid-off casualty at the Chicago Sun Times. She had been on the editorial board since October of 2007.
October 15, 2008
About 40 people attended an organizational meeting Tuesday of the Greater Quad-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Group of Hispanic candidates to run against Cicero’s president and his allies in 2009 – Illinois
October 7, 2008
Tony Martinez, WSNS-44’s executive producer, was promoted to news director
October 6, 2008
Hispanic University of Illinois students’ families get a taste of life on campus
October 2, 2008
Cicero’s Mexican Flag Controversy – Illinois
September 29, 2008
Luna Negra ranges far and wide
Luna Negra beautifully revives a masterpiece – “There Is a Time,” the rarely seen choreographic masterpiece that was created in 1956 by the Mexican-born, American-based modern dance pioneer Jose Limon.
September 26, 2008
Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago to honor ministry in Hispanic community Immigration lawyer, teachers among award recipients
September 23, 2008
The Chicago Bears’ Roberto Garza one of 19 Latinos in NFL
September 22, 2008
New Head-Start Facility Caters To Latinosin Chicago
Lápiz Hispanic Marketing, Chicago, has sketched out a plan for a dedicated digital creative services department, part of an effort to expand its client offerings, the agency said today (Sept. 19).
September 17, 2008
The Illinois Bureau of Tourism (IBOT) launched a new Spanish-language Web site in an effort to reach more Hispanic consumers in the state, Chicago, and surrounding markets in other states.
September 16, 2008
Aurora man intends to organize Mexican Independence celebration Despite having a nearly 40 percent Hispanic population, most of which is Mexican – Illinois
September 15, 2008
Alvarez doesn’t fit the mold – and that’s good – Anita Alvarez, the new Democratic nominee for Cook County state’s attorney
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Broadway’s Chicago welcomes back Mexican actress Bianca Marroquin to the role of merry murderess Roxie Hart beginning Sept. 15.
September 11, 2008
Camp helps kids cope with diabetes – A vast majority– 70 percent — of the campers are Latino – Illinois
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Nordstrom is partnering with Latino Art Beat, a Chicago-based nonprofit arts organization, to feature art from their “What Hispanic Heritage and Culture Means to Me” competition at Nordstrom stores and online
Proficiency rates rose dramatically for African-American and Hispanic students on the Prairie State Achievement Exams taken in April — a sign that a new system of supports for students may be working. – Illinois
September 8, 2008
The Moraine Township Board of Trustees has adopted guidelines describing the mission and purpose of its new Citizen Latino Advisory Committee. – Illinois
New documentary focuses on historical role of Puerto Ricans in Chicago – Their journey was marked by constant struggle and displacement from gentrifying areas
New Center for Latino Mental Health at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology Addresses Growing Need for Psychology in the Service of Latino Communities
September 5, 2008
Castro daughter to speak at SIU-Carbondale – Alina Fernandez
September 3, 2008
‘Poli-Migra’: New Spanish Word for Blurred Line Between Police and ICE
August 28, 2008
Relatives of illegal immigrant who was in coma at UIC Medical Center seek review of his death – Chicago
August 20, 2008
Chicago’s Puerto Rican Story to Debut on WTTW11 – New local documentary chronicles the Puerto Rican experience in Chicago
A Chicago hospital is preparing to send a 30-year-old patient back to Mexico. Francisco Pantaleon, who is in this country illegally, had a brain hemorrhage last month and is in a coma at the University of Illinois Medical Center at Chicago.
August 18, 2008
Interep Hispanic TV Rep adds Execs in Chicago and LA
August 17, 2008
Chicago Tribune lays off 3 Hispanic Journalists – Mark Hinojosa, Ray Quintanilla y Michael Martinez
Hispanic Chicago Fire fans say security firm is mistreating them – Sector Latino group says guards are harassing them and have used racial slurs; company has ties to star Cuauhtemoc Blanco
Elgin fest celebrates all things Puerto Rican – Illinois
August 14, 2008
The Adler Planetarium’s star: Dr. Jose Francisco Salgado
White Sox star pitches in to cure childhood diabetes – Javier Vázquez
Miss Hispanidad program extends beyond Elgin – Illinois
August 12, 2008
Chris Peña is leaving Miami to become assistant news director at WMAQ, NBC’s O&O in Chicago.
August 11, 2008
Consulate cautions Mexican nationals at O’Hare
August 9, 2008
El consulado mexicano en Chicago ha advertido a los ciudadanos mexicanos que tengan precaución a su llegada al aeropuerto internacional de O’Hare.
August 7, 2008
Flor y Canto: Celebrating Latino Poetry in San Francisco
The minority population of Kendall County grew from nearly 11% in 2000 to almost 25% in 2007, the largest increase of any county in Illinois
The minority population of Kendall County grew from nearly 11% in 2000 to almost 25% in 2007, the largest increase of any county in Illinois
Chicago Heights Hispanic council hands out supplies during fair
August 6, 2008
Check out ‘Ocho Puertas’ at the Puerto Rican Film Series – Chicago
The Latino Theater Festival Throws a ‘Blood Wedding’ – Chicago
Hispanic activists are accusing Chicago police of turning over suspected illegal immigrants to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency despite city and county bans on such activity.
Hispanic aldermen are demanding to know why 59 Chicago motorists with Latino surnames have been arrested for traffic violations and other misdemeanors recently only to land in jail because somebody tipped Immigration and Customs Enforcement in violation of the city’s “sanctuary” ordinance.
August 5, 2008
Chicago electric utility company ComEd has launched a new Spanish-language advertising campaign to reiterate its reliability among its Hispanic customers.
El consulado general de México en Chicago se convirtió en julio en la representación consular con mayor producción de documentos en el mundo, se informó hoy.
School administrators brush up on their Spanish – Superintendent Phyllis Wilson said. “Nearly 50 percent of our student population is Hispanic. We have many parents who do not read or speak English.” – Joliet, Illinois
August 4, 2008
Nuevo Latino cuisine goes formal in Chicago
In the Chicago area, fewer than 5% of Hispanic men are in management, business or finance, compared with 16% of non-Hispanic men, according to another recent study, which found a similar gap for Hispanic women.
August 3, 2008
Chicago Latino Music Festival gets ready to cover 6 centuries in city
July 30, 2008
Activists and several Chicago aldermen are investigating dozens of claims that city and county authorities violated immigrant rights, including federal immigration laws affecting jail inmates.
Inmigrantes, activistas y funcionarios electos participarán en una audiencia pública con el objetivo de asegurar que empleados municipales y la Policía de Chicago respeten las ordenanzas municipales que prohíben denunciar a inmigrantes indocumentados antes las autoridades de Inmigración.
July 28, 2008
Civil rights groups delivered a letter to Governor Rod Blagojevich, asking him to issue an executive order to stop the so-called “consent searches.” When the Illinois State Police conduct routine traffic stops, Latino drivers are twice as likely as whites to have their cars searched.
July 27, 2008
Cuauhtemoc Blanco is the MVP of MLS All-Star game
July 24, 2008
New fair acts aim to draw more Latinos – DuPage County Fair – Illinois
July 23, 2008
Cicero gets OK from Mexican city of Guanajuato to host mummy exhibit – Chicago
As families toil in fields, migrant children hit books in Rantoul – Illinois
Journalists Of Color To Gather At UNITY – Chicago
Strong American Schools :: National Council of La Raza President and CEO Janet Murguia to Address Thousands of Journalists During UNITY Conference: Join the Movement to Fix Our Nation’s Failing Schools
July 22, 2008
Illinois Rep. Foster travels to U.S.-Mexico border
July 21, 2008
State budget cuts affecting minority graduate students – Illinois
July 18, 2008
NP Communicator – Finding voces latinas – new blog Latina Voices
July 17, 2008
Cypress Hill Comes to Chicago – Benefit concert to end latino homelessness
Ex-Clinton aide checked before joining Obama team – Patti Solis Doyle
July 16, 2008
Elgin Hispanic outreach program loses funding – Illinois
July 15, 2008
Hispanic Business Expo – Chicago – Thursday, August 14th at Navy Pier
July 13, 2008
A Nation of Everybody: A Chicago art exhibit stirs dialogue on immigration reform
Immigration officials handle church sanctuary delicately
June 30, 2008
Did You Know? More than 1,000 miles from the Mexican border, Chicago is home to about 800,000 people of Hispanic origin, mostly Mexican.
Finding the Beat of Chicago’s Latino Quarter – (New York Times Travel Section)
June 29, 2008
Illinois’ Bureau and Putnam Counties feel impact of Hispanic immigrants
June 26, 2008
‘Romeo y Julieta’ : Shakespeare en Español – Chicago
June 24, 2008
DNC: McCain Holds Town Hall Meeting… In Private
June 23, 2008
Sen. Sandoval plays hardball well with Obama, McCain – Chicago
June 20, 2008
McCain Discusses Immigration With Hispanic Leaders in Chicago
June 19, 2008
Some upcoming events in Chicago
Lake Forest couple walks illegal immigrant trail
Police, consulate reach out to area Hispanics – Lake Zurich, Illinois
ALERTA vice president resigns – Illinois
WKBF-AM radio sold to Hispanic broadcasters – Quad-Cities, Iowa/Illinois – La Jefa Latino Broadcasting
June 17, 2008
Chicago advertising veteran Gladys M. Arroyo named ad chief for The Doings
Los Tigres del Norte’s lovefest at Ravina – Chicago
The Ñ Beat: “Reflections Of Ourselves” – Chicago
Cuauhtemoc Blanco has been a blessing for Fire – Chicago
June 16, 2008
Rush-Copley uses grant to reach out – $150,000 from Avon:: Money for breast cancer education – Aurora, Illinois
June 12, 2008
ASPIRA Enriches Latino Youth – Illinois
June 11, 2008
Chicago lawyer is city’s new human resources commissioner – Homero Tristan
Area Hispanics to meet with McCain – Illinois
June 10, 2008
La Raza launches newspaper redesign – Chicago
Mexican national team keeper Sanchez arrested for refusing to leave Chicago hotel
Fiesta Puertorriquenas in Chicago – 2008
College of Lake County expands program for Hispanic kids – Illinois
June 9, 2008
Spanish Broadcasting System Announces Promotion of Joe Mackay in Chicago
June 5, 2008
Queer proms and immigrant stories: Local radio producer defies the conventional – Tania Unzueta in Chicago
May 27, 2008
Hispanic population grows on East Bluff – Peoria, Illinois
May 22, 2008
Hispanics bracing themselves for more ICE raids – Quad-Cities, Iowa/Illinois
May 21, 2008
Journey from Humboldt Park to Guthrie Park – Edwin Ruiz named Riverside’s police officer of the year – Chicago area
May 20, 2008
New chamber caters to Hispanic businesses – Southland Hispanic Chamber – Chicago
May 19, 2008
Medical Center Improves Spanish-Language Services – Rush-Copley Medical Center in Aurora, Illinois
May 15, 2008
State program helped janitor become teacher – Daniel Silva in Chicago
Latino leadership at Harper College – Chicago area
George de Lama steps down as Chicago Tribune managing editor for news
May 12, 2008
Extra Newspaper Receives three Prestigious Awards for Excellence in Graphic Design and Hispanic Print Media
Blood Wedding Musical Among Shows in Goodman’s Latino Festival This Summer – Chicago
May 8, 2008
Chicago’s Unique Program Makes Teachers Out of Moms – The Unique Teacher Education Model Uplifts Women of Color
May 6, 2008
2010: THE YEAR OF MÉXICO IN CHICAGO
May 5, 2008
McHenry County College swears in 1st all-Hispanic student executive board – Illinois
May 1, 2008
Latino activists reach out to blacks with invitation to join immigration march – Chicago
April 30, 2008
Cooking with love – Traditional cuisine stirs up memories in the Chicago-area homes of Mexican-Americans
13-year-old enjoys sharing her culture through Mexican dance
April 28, 2008
Marisa Alicea Named New Dean of DePaul University’s School for New Learning
Interest in immigration rallies wanes as groups focus on other methods of activism – Chicago area
Director of Chicago’s Latino Union gains respect of day laborers, groups formed to help them – Jessica Aranda
Son of Elvira Arellano returns to Chicago for May 1 immigration rallies – (I still have to say that the utilization of a child for this cause disturbs me)
April 27, 2008
Salsa Business Network in Rockford, Illinois
April 25, 2008
Latino art fair to run – Chicago ARTEahora
April 22, 2008
Star rises higher for slain Mexican singer – Sergio Gomez’s death produces unexpected turns for Chicago-based band K-Paz, family and fans
April 21, 2008
Chicano art up close – Con Safos – (the National Museum of Mexican Art in Chicago)
April 14, 2008
Teatro Luna paints unvarnished portrait of Latina life – all Latinas in Chicago
Radilla Advertising Launches in Chicago
April 13, 2008
Latino issues go beyond immigration, report says – Education tops agenda, with health care, housing also priorities
April 10, 2008
Chicago Latino Film Festival, featuring I Am Andean, Made in L.A., and more
Latino political analyst Federico Subervi discusses Latinos in media at Southern Illinois University
April 8, 2008
Email about Ozzie Guillen favoring Latin players misguided – Chicago White Sox
April 7, 2008
Jackson, Latino activists hope to form ‘black-brown coalition’ – Chicago
Responding to growing Hispanic population, Workforce Language Services offering workplace Spanish training
April 4, 2008
New Film Las Dos Caras de Jano, Starring Modesto Lacén Is Selected to Premiere at the 24th Annual Chicago Latino Film Festival – Lead Actor Modesto Lacén Will Be Appearing at the Premiere
April 2, 2008
Latino show speaks with several voices – Con Safos: Contemporary Chicano Art From the Joe A. Diaz Collection at the National Museum of Mexican Art – Chicago
Blanco proves to be Fire’s best buy on and off the field
March 31, 2008
Latino rights icon Dolores Huerta to speak at Northern Illinois University next month
Illinois Black and Hispanic Higher Ed Alliance Provides for Collaboration
March 20, 2008
Macy’s 2008 Spring Flower Show features Latino ‘Floranova’ theme – Chicago
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce honors law offices of Gil & Cruz
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
LatiNation and American Latino TV Move to Sundays at 11:00 PM on Chicago’s My 50
Luna Negra concert shatters stereotypes
Luna Negra builds its audience, then feeds it – Chicago
New book spotlights the experiences of Mexicans in Chicago – entitled “In Mexican Chicago: Race, Identity, and Nation” by Gabriela Arredondo
March 17, 2008
Solo Tu is by Latinas, about Latinas – Teatro Luna in Chicago
Many tastes of Mexico – Goods for U.S. Hispanic kitchens showcased at International Home and Housewares Show in Chicago
District 302 tests Spanish voice-mail systems – School district in Chicago area
March 13, 2008
Rantoul sets aside funds to serve Latinos – Illinois
Churches Using English to Reach Latinos – Chicago
March 11, 2008
Think Progress » Anti-Immigrant Zealots Lose Hastert’s Seat For Conservatives – Illinois
