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I rec’d this e-mail late yesterday. Surprising

Colleagues, peers, friends and family,

It is with deep regret that I must inform you that Emmis Publishing, the parent company of Tu Ciudad magazine, has suspended our publication and business effective Thursday, June 12th. On the heels of celebrating our third anniversary with the current June/July “Best of Latino L.A.” issue, the milestone is bittersweet. My entire team has been instrumental in what was accomplished in a short period of time. However, due to the current economic climate and our partners’ corporate struggle with other aspects of their businesses, we are faced with the realities of today’s hardship.

I am extremely proud of our team’s ability to produce such a high quality product for the dynamic Latino and Los Angeles community. We have been so touched and honored by the enormous support of readers and humbled by our industry accolades. Ciudad set new standards for Hispanic media and regional publishing by being the first to penetrate this category of acculturated Latinos who are professional, civic-minded, successful individuals. Ciudad quickly became the largest circulated magazine for the Hispanic market in Los Angeles and served the city with a unique voice that is often overlooked.

Our ambitious goal of providing our audience with the best the city has to offer was accomplished, but short-lived. I am absolutely indebted to all of the strong talent who contributed to the publication, especially our editorial architects, Angelo Figueroa and Oscar Garza. We thank every individual who expressed interest and enthusiasm for our efforts and allowed us to work so passionately and diligently for you during these past few years.

Many of you will be contacted directly by myself or other representatives from the magazine to personally address our closure. As always, I am available to answer any concerns or questions.

Lastly, I am hopeful to give the brand new life in the near future. Until then, I want to say that this has been a dream of mine come true and I thank you for making Ciudad a part of your life.

Best regards,
Jaime Gamboa.
Founder/Publisher Tu Ciudad magazine

During the Democratic primary process, Hillary Clinton was the overwhelming favorite candidate among Latinos. Now that she’s out of contention, will their support shift to Barack Obama?

We take a closer look at black-Latino relations in the U.S., with a focus on Barack Obama’s pursuit of the White House.

Joining in are Mark Lopez, associate director of the Pew Hispanic Center; Lydia Camarillo, vice president of the Southwest Voter Registration and Education Project; and Oscar Garza, editor in chief of Tu Ciudad, a Los Angeles lifestyle magazine dedicated to Latinos.”*

The February issue also delves into the L.A. Archdiocese sexual abuse scandal,
plus a profile of heavyweight boxer Cristobal Arreola, and more!

Los Angeles, (4 February 2008) – The February issue of Tu Ciudad, the English-language guide to Latino L.A., reveals the increasing trend of Latinas going under the knife for cosmetic enhancements. Nationally, Latinos make for 8% of the 11 million plastic surgeries in the U.S., up 5% from 2000 according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Locally, Latinos account for 22% of plastic surgery patients.

“We wanted to shed some light on the growing fascination with Latinas and plastic surgery in a city infamous for such vanity,” comments Editor-in-Chief Oscar Garza. “Now that Latinos are the largest ethnic group in the U.S., more attention is given to how we are advancing socially, and how we spend disposable income.””*

*From: http://cims.hispanictips.com
Traducido: usando Google o Altavista/Babel Fish

“The May issue of Tu Ciudad, the English-language guide to Latino L.A., mixes it up with its first hip-shakin’ dance issue. The cover features Mario Lopez, whose Q&A sheds light on his scorching Hollywood resurgence with a new fan base from ABC’s show Dancing with the Stars. The issue also includes a user-friendly guide to local dance studios, clubs, and performance venues.

From salsa and tango to ballet and hip-hop, the issue covers a wide range of dance styles that resonate with the magazine’s audience. “Music and dance is part of our Latino tradition, and they are in our DNA,” says Tu Ciudad editor-in-chief Oscar Garza. “We thought it would be fun, and useful, to provide an overview of the many diverse offerings for Angelenos who want to explore L.A.’s dance world.”

The issue also features a profile of Mario Lavandeira, the infamous celebrity blogger known as Perez Hilton, who is constantly under scrutiny for his antics and business practices. And boxer Oscar De La Hoya prepares for possibly his last fight.

Also in the May issue: * EL CENTRO. In this issue, we turn the tables on CBS 2 News anchor Laura Diaz by asking her some questions; Also, Hollywood Park is reborn as a hip Friday night destination. * cStyle sets sail for the summer with nautical-inspired fashion; Angelica De La Torre blends art, music, and contemporary apparel at her South Pasadena boutique. * Culturistas features the young hip-hop singer LaLa, who hails from Van Nuys; Orange County native Eden Espinoza is the new ingenue in the touring production of Wicked; and we explore MOCA’s new exhibition, Poetics of the Handmade. * EATS. Food critic Carolynn Carreno makes the rounds of local Latino coffee purveyors.
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“The April issue of Tu Ciudad, the English-language guide to Latino L.A., covers the best of Orange County, with an overview of great Latino shops, services, restaurants, and bars. Contributors Vanessa Bryant (Kobe Bryant’s wife), Jo de la Rosa (The Real Housewives of Orange County), Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez, and Greg Escalante (Juxtapoz magazine) — all Orange County residents — highlight their favorite spots in the O.C.

With over 30% of Tu Ciudad’s readers residing in Orange County, the editorial staff developed the issue to celebrate the rich Latino culture that exists throughout Southern California. “Orange County has its own distinct Latino history that is evident throughout various neighborhoods,” says Tu Ciudad editor-in-chief Oscar Garza. “We are parting the artificial ‘Orange Curtain’ to explore our neighboring county, which is home to almost one million Latinos.”

The issue also features a profile on Gustavo Arellano, the irreverent mind behind OC Weekly’s Ask A Mexican column, plus a restaurant review of Taleo Grill in Irvine.

Also in the April issue: * EL CENTRO. An eclectic mix of tidbits and personalities. In this issue, Santiago Cabrera (NBC’s Heroes) shares some personal insight in Star Maps. Ayn Carrillo’s Sex y L.A. column begs couples to avoid destination weddings. * cStyle shimmers with metallic hues for the spring season. Sara Diaz, the creative spirit behind Clothesline by Diaz, is featured in Meet Your Maker. * Culturistas features banda queen Yolanda Perez as she finishes her fourth studio album and looks forward to exploring new styles. Writer Marisela Norte reflects on her friendship with influential artist Gronk on the occasion of a new book chronicling his life and career. * EATS. Food critic Carolyn Carreno finds an O.C. gem, Taleo Grill, amidst an Irvine business park.

Tu Ciudad Magazine is now available 10 times a year. Copies are sold at stores throughout Southern California including Ralphs, Albertson’s, Vons, Rite-Aid, Barnes & Noble, Borders and newsstands throughout Los Angeles and Orange counties.”

“The February issue of Tu Ciudad, the English-language guide to Latino L.A., marks a new beginning for the magazine. As a result of overwhelming demand by both readers and advertisers, the Southland’s favorite bi-monthly magazine will now become a monthly that will publish 10 times a year. “We’re really proud to produce a magazine that has become an important part of the media landscape in Los Angeles, and grateful for the reception that both readers and advertisers have given to Tu Ciudad,” says Jaime Gamboa, the magazine’s Founder and Publisher. “Our change to a monthly will allow us to become more relevant and current, and help us better serve both our clients and readers.”

The new issue hits newsstands today with an in-depth look at racially and culturally mixed Latinos in Los Angeles. The cover story, written by author and Mount St. Mary’s College professor Marcos McPeek Villatoro, explains how the offspring of mixed marriages are transforming what it means to be Latino in L.A., and why these new Angelenos may hold the key to racial harmony in our wildly diverse, and often times, divided city.

The article features several personal testimonies from contributing Latino writers who are mixed with Anglo, Jewish, Irish, Asian and black blood. They’re stories are insightful, touching and sometimes painful. And in Los Angeles ”” they’re increasingly common. “This city has the largest Latino population in the country and with each generation,” says Tu Ciudad Editor-in-Chief Oscar Garza, “and with each generation it is inevitable that more and more Latinos will partner with non-Latinos and have children. And when these kids grow up, as we see in this story, they have a completely different way of looking at the world from a cultural and racial prism. They can’t help but change the city.”

Also in the February issue:
– EL CENTRO. An eclectic mix of trends, tidbits and personalities. In this issue, read what Constance Marie, star of the George Lopez show, loves about L.A. And find out about Jimmy Kimmel’s lovable sidekick Guillermo Rodriguez.

– C-STYLE. Ciudad’s fashion editor Anna Lisa Raya showcases the latest spring/summer trend in menswear. In Meet Your Maker, boutique owner Katy Rodriguez launches her own collection.

– CULTURISTAS. The section profiles the new exhibit of emerging Tijuana artists, Strange New World, at the Santa Monica Museum of Art. Also, a review of former Beastie Boys keyboardist Money Mark’s solo album.

– Art In Their DNA. Artist Frank Romero and daughter Sonia talk about being working artists in L.A. and their collaboration for an exhibit at Self Help Graphics.

– EATS. Recipes and restaurant reviews. In this issue, food critic Carolyn Carreño shares her Valentine’s alternative for dinner at a few L.A. hotel lounges.

Tu Ciudad Magazine is now available 10 times a year. Copies sold at stores throughout Southern California including Ralphs, Albertson’s, Vons, 7-Eleven, Rite-Aid, Barnes & Noble, Borders and newsstands throughout Los Angeles and Orange counties.”

“The December/January issue of Tu Ciudad Magazine, the English-language guide to Latino L.A., hits newsstands today asking the question “Got Jesus, Dude?” The cover story Rebel With A Cross, written by Yvette Doss, examines the city’s hippest ministry that has become one of the country’s fastest growing churches with its non-traditional approach to Christianity.

The story on Erwin Raphael McManus, the founder and lead pastor of Mosaic, describes his contemporary take on religion and sheds light on his followers – an ever-growing, multicultural gathering of young Christians, whose average age is 25. McManus, born in El Salvador and moved to the U.S. at an early age, has formulated a dynamic equation for his preaching. Mosaic’s services are distinguished with comedy skits, video clips, DJs and live rock music that appeals not only to a younger demographic, but an audience looking for pop culture relevance.
“When families make that annual pilgrimage to midnight mass for Christmas, we thought about offering our readers an upbeat look at one of our city’s churches that seems to be striking a chord with today’s Generation Y,” comments Ciudad’s editor-in-chief Oscar Garza. “Religion aside, the story presents an interesting look at how McManus has built a thriving industry around his church.”

Also in the December/January issue:

– EL CENTRO. An eclectic mix of trends, tidbits and personalities. In this issue, read what George Ruiz, VP of Business Affairs at ICM, has to say about the entertainment biz and a dinner with Charlton Heston.

– C-STYLE. Showcasing the best in Latin style, Ciudad’s fashion guru Anna Lisa Raya presents the latest trends for the holiday season. In Meet Your Maker, mother-daughter duo Ana Igielka and Valeria Markowicz receive props for their Aaneta leather bags.

– CULTURISTAS. A profile of Guillermo del Toro, whose film, Pan’s Labyrinth, was recently chosen as Mexico’s official entry to the Academy Awards foreign film competition. Also, Rick Dees’ return to the airwaves with sidekick and former Ciudad magazine Hip Hot Now covergirl, Patricia Lopez.

– EATS. Recipes and restaurant reviews. In this issue, chefs Vicente Del Rio, Roxana Jullapat, and Xiomara Ardolina share the dishes that are central to their holiday celebrations. “