Politics & Diaspora
Latin America, the United States Latino community and the diplomacy shaping the Americas.
Texas allocates $114M in tax credits to build affordable housing
Texas is investing $114 million in tax credits to build and rehab more than 4,400 affordable housing units. The move targets the state's sev
Texas invests $5.6M to train more nurses and ease healthcare strain
Texas is investing over $5.6M in eight higher education institutions to expand nursing training. The goal is to close a projected shortfall
Florida to test flying taxis and self-driving cars by 2026
Governor Ron DeSantis announced testing for eVTOL aircraft and driverless cars at SunTrax Air in Polk County by 2026. The facility features
Florida enacts stricter pet purchase protections for dog and cat buyers
Florida's Senate Bill 1004 is now in effect, giving dog and cat buyers stronger protections. The law extends health warranty periods and man
Miami-Dade small business loans and support programs: how to apply
Miami-Dade County has rolled out a coordinated package of loans, training, and procurement support for small businesses. The RISE Miami-Dade
Florida extends emergency as screwworm threatens livestock and rural jobs
Florida's governor has extended the state of emergency for 60 days to combat the screwworm, a parasitic threat to livestock. The order also
Florida's minimum wage hits $15 an hour on September 30
Florida's minimum wage will reach $15 per hour on September 30, 2026, the final step of a voter-approved plan. The increase applies to most
Jury Finds Hidden Drugs and Cash in Evidence During Joyner Trial
During Shamell Naquan Joyner's trial, jurors found white powder and foreign cash hidden in evidence clothing, revealing a major FBI oversigh
Mexico sends 1,500 troops to Michoacán to protect avocado exports from cartel threats
Mexico has sent over 1,500 troops to Michoacán to protect the avocado industry after cartel threats forced a US inspection halt. The move ai
Colombia's 7.4 earthquake: Chocó bears the brunt, aftershocks likely
A powerful 7.4 earthquake hit western Colombia on Monday, with the worst damage in Chocó and nearby cities. Aftershocks are expected, and au
US battles multiple outbreaks as measles, cyclospora and resistant fungi spread
The US is facing simultaneous outbreaks of measles, cyclospora, COVID-19, and drug-resistant fungi. Over 2,300 measles cases and 6,300 cyclo
California secures $574M federal boost for AI chipmakers
The U.S. Department of Commerce is awarding $574 million to six companies to develop advanced semiconductors and AI systems in California. T