By Mateo Restrepo
Colombian journalist focused on Latin American politics, opinion and the diaspora across the Americas.
Houston Police Crack Down on Teen Takeover at Discovery Green Amid World Cup Security
Nearly 600 people gathered at Discovery Green in a teen takeover that led to gunfire and two arrests. Houston police are ramping up security
California's Retirement Crisis: How High Costs and Tax Fears Are Reshaping Financial Security
A statewide survey by FM3 Research shows 85% of California voters say high taxes and daily expenses block retirement savings. 69% find the f
California Schools Face Enrollment Crisis as Latino Families Leave Urban Centers
California schools have lost 420,000 students over the past decade, driven by low birth rates and families leaving expensive cities like San
World Cup 2026 Security at Risk as US Surveillance Law Expires
The US surveillance program critical for World Cup 2026 security expired Friday, creating legal uncertainty. FBI warns extremist groups targ
New York's Rat Crisis: How Plastic Bags Fueled a Rodent Takeover
New York's shift to plastic bags in 1971 turned streets into a rat buffet. Rodentologist Bobby Corrigan says eliminating easy food access is
World Cup 2026: US Public Health Gaps Raise Alarm Amid Measles and MERS Risks
The US allocated $625 million for World Cup security but nothing for public health. Wastewater in Kansas City shows measles fragments. Exper
Digital Arrest Scam Targets California Latinos Using Consulate Impersonation
Scammers are impersonating Indian consulate officials in a digital arrest scam targeting California residents. The fraud exploits migration
Should All Gay Men Join the Gym? A Personal Take on Fitness and Identity
Growing up gay and skinny in a Latino household, the author felt out of place. After coming out, he discovered the gym as a tool for self-im
New York State Lights Up for Pride Month 2026: Landmarks, Parks, and Policy
Governor Kathy Hochul has declared June 2026 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in New York. Sixteen iconic landmarks, including One World Trade Center a
New York Sends Up to $200 in Utility Rebates to Millions of Households
New York is sending automatic utility rebate checks of up to $200 to millions of households. The payments are based on 2024 tax returns and
ICE Presence at 2026 World Cup Sparks Fear and Legal Challenges Across Latino Communities
ICE agents will be deployed at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sparking fear among Latino communities. Advocacy groups launch 'Know Your Rights' ca
Texas Apartment Rents Dip 2.1% in 2026, Offering Relief for Latino Renters
Texas apartment rents dropped 2.1% year-over-year to $1,238 in June 2026, driven by a surge in new multifamily construction. Latino renters