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By Sofia Navarro

New York based reporter covering Afro-Latino, Queer and Latina voices reshaping the cultural conversation.

113 published stories
Texas Housing: Why Renting May Be Smarter Than Buying Right Now
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Texas Housing: Why Renting May Be Smarter Than Buying Right Now

In Texas, the price-to-rent ratio in major cities like Austin and Dallas exceeds 20, signaling renting is the smarter financial move. High p

How AI Can Help Latino Households Stretch Every Dollar
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How AI Can Help Latino Households Stretch Every Dollar

AI tools are transforming how Latino households manage money, from detecting ghost subscriptions to planning meals. These apps offer safe, p

Rare Tick-Borne Bacteria Found in New York, Previously Limited to Midwest
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Rare Tick-Borne Bacteria Found in New York, Previously Limited to Midwest

A rare tick-borne bacteria, previously confined to the Midwest, has been detected in New York. The pathogen does not respond to standard ant

Texas Housing Market Heats Up: Where Latino Buyers Should Look Now
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Texas Housing Market Heats Up: Where Latino Buyers Should Look Now

Texas home prices are set to rise as tech companies and corporations relocate to the state. Latino buyers and investors can still find profi

Should Latinos Buy a Home Now or Wait? Navigating the US Housing Market in 2025
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Should Latinos Buy a Home Now or Wait? Navigating the US Housing Market in 2025

Mortgage rates remain elevated at around 6.48%, but home prices keep climbing 1.7% annually. Many young Latino professionals are buying now

Fatty Liver Disease: The Silent Epidemic Among Latinos in the US
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Fatty Liver Disease: The Silent Epidemic Among Latinos in the US

Fatty liver disease is a silent condition affecting millions of Latinos in the US. It progresses without symptoms until advanced stages. Die

How to Escape the Rent Trap in NY and NJ with Hidden Down Payment Aid
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How to Escape the Rent Trap in NY and NJ with Hidden Down Payment Aid

Government programs in New York and New Jersey offer up to $100,000 in down payment assistance. These deferred loans require no monthly paym

Dormir con tu mascota: riesgos mínimos, beneficios reales y cómo hacerlo seguro
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Dormir con tu mascota: riesgos mínimos, beneficios reales y cómo hacerlo seguro

Compartir la cama con tu mascota tiene riesgos mínimos para personas sanas, según especialistas. La clave está en la prevención: higiene, co

Where Latino Salaries Surpass the National Average: The American Dream's Best Bets
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Where Latino Salaries Surpass the National Average: The American Dream's Best Bets

Maryland leads with Latino household incomes over $70,000 annually. Finance, healthcare, and tech offer median salaries above $93,000. Techn

Staying Close When Kids Leave Home: How Latino Families Keep Bonds Strong
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Staying Close When Kids Leave Home: How Latino Families Keep Bonds Strong

74% of young adults ages 19 to 29 call their moms at least once a week. Wellness advocate Felicia Burkley shares how families adapt their bo

Flesh-Eating Bacteria Arrives Early on US Coasts as Warming Waters Fuel Risk
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Flesh-Eating Bacteria Arrives Early on US Coasts as Warming Waters Fuel Risk

Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacteria, has appeared earlier than usual on US coasts due to rising sea temperatures. The CDC reports cas

Joseph Parra Miguel: Arizona Latino Student Earns $5 Million in Scholarship Offers from 49 Universities
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Joseph Parra Miguel: Arizona Latino Student Earns $5 Million in Scholarship Offers from 49 Universities

Joseph Parra Miguel, a Phoenix high school student and son of Mexican immigrants, earned $5 million in scholarship offers from 49 universiti