By Mateo Restrepo
Colombian journalist focused on Latin American politics, opinion and the diaspora across the Americas.
New York's municipal grocery stores aim to cut family food costs by $1,000 a year
New York City's municipal grocery stores will offer permanent 30% discounts on fruits, vegetables, meats, and 22 other basic items. Families
California's economic report challenges Texas and Florida growth narratives
California's economy expanded at a 3.7% annualized rate in Q1 2026, far ahead of Texas (0.9%) and Florida (1.6%). The state's GDP hit $4.4 t
Sophie Cunningham's conservative politics spark debate in the WNBA
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has shared conservative political content on TikTok, including support for strict immigration policies
New York City drops fees for public job exams, opening doors for diverse talent
New York City has eliminated fees for municipal civil service exams, removing a major barrier for thousands of applicants. The move, part of
New York Green Card Applicants Face Tougher Public Charge Rules Starting September
New federal public charge rules take effect September 18, making it harder for green card applicants who use benefits like Medicaid or food
NY Health Plan Changes: What Bicultural Latinos Need to Know About Affordable Options
Recent federal funding cuts left 450,000 New Yorkers without health coverage. Affordable options exist through state marketplace plans, NYC
San Jose Makes History: First ADU Sold as Separate Home in California
San Jose becomes the first city in California to sell an ADU as a separate condominium. This historic move, enabled by a 2023 state law, off
Second Death in Manhattan Legionnaires' Outbreak: Upper East Side on Alert
A second death from Legionnaires' disease has been confirmed in Manhattan's Upper East Side, with 72 cases reported. Health officials are di
Washington Heights' Open-Air Pill Market: A Public Health Crisis on St. Nicholas Avenue
A 10-block stretch of Washington Heights has become an illegal market for prescription drugs smuggled from the Dominican Republic. Vendors s
California Offers Up to $3,500 for First-Time EV Buyers: What Latinos Need to Know
California's new EV rebate provides up to $3,500 for first-time zero-emission vehicle buyers, replacing the expired federal tax credit. The
NYC's $900M Bus Overhaul: A Lifeline for Latino and Black Communities
Mayor Zohran Mamdani unveils a $900 million plan to revamp NYC's bus system, cutting commute times for working-class families. Engineer Dini
California Issues Urgent Plant Recall Over Invasive Insect Threatening Vineyards
California authorities have ordered the removal of hundreds of plants sold at major retailers due to the glassy-winged sharpshooter. The ins