By Mateo Restrepo
Colombian journalist focused on Latin American politics, opinion and the diaspora across the Americas.
Los Angeles approves record $466.6M for affordable housing
The Los Angeles City Council has approved a record $466.6 million package to expand affordable housing. Nearly 70% of the funds come from Me
Florida's minimum wage hits $15 on September 30: what workers need to know
Florida's minimum wage will reach $15 per hour on September 30, 2026, the final scheduled increase under Amendment 2. Workers should check t
California homeowners brace for El Niño: essential prep steps
Forecasters see a 75% chance of severe El Niño storms in California this winter. Homeowners are urged to inspect roofs, clear drains, and pr
IRS CP267 Notice: What It Means for Your Tax Refund
The IRS CP267 notice is an official letter indicating a discrepancy between your reported tax payments and their records. It often results i
Dallas closes city offices for a day as budget gaps persist
Dallas will close City Hall, libraries, and recreation centers on September 28 for a mandatory furlough day. Emergency services, trash picku
Portal North Bridge final phase brings five weeks of NJ-NY train changes
The Portal North Bridge project enters its final phase, requiring five weeks of train schedule changes between New Jersey and New York. The
New York's first nor'easter of the season threatens weekend travel and coastal areas
New York's first nor'easter of the season will bring heavy rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding this weekend. Long Island beaches face s
Texas halts data center permits, raising questions about utility costs
Texas has paused new data center permits to review power and water resources. The move aims to protect residents from rising utility costs.
California weighs ban on silica countertops as Latino workers face silicosis crisis
State health officials report 432 confirmed cases of silicosis among countertop workers, with 25 deaths and 48 lung transplants since 2019.
SNAP EBT cards get chip upgrades: Which states are rolling them out now
Federal data shows over $320M stolen from SNAP benefits via skimming since 2022. States like California and New York are now issuing chip-en
LAUSD faces $3.5B deficit as enrollment drops, forcing school closure debates
LAUSD enrollment has fallen nearly 50% since 2003, leading to a projected $3.5B deficit by 2029. Officials are weighing closures, mergers, a
Texas ranchers sue to stop border wall in Big Bend
A coalition of Texas landowners is suing to stop border wall construction in Big Bend, arguing the region doesn't warrant such measures. The