Politics & Diaspora
Latin America, the United States Latino community and the diplomacy shaping the Americas.
New York Moves to Ban Dynamic Surveillance Pricing in Grocery Stores
New York lawmakers have passed the Single Fair Price Act, banning grocery stores from using personal data and dynamic pricing algorithms to
Downtown LA's Office Vacancy Crisis: What Went Wrong for the City's Core
Downtown Los Angeles ranks among the least dynamic urban cores globally, with a 40% office vacancy rate. The crisis threatens local business
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
Federal Aid Programs That Can Save Latino Families Thousands
Federal programs like child tax credits and food subsidies can save Latino families thousands annually. Many eligible households miss out du
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's Transit-Oriented Housing Reform Could Add 1 Million Homes
California is fast-tracking housing construction near public transit to tackle its housing crisis. The reforms could add 1 million new homes
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
Screwworm Outbreak Won't Affect Your Beef, Experts Say
Experts confirm the screwworm outbreak in U.S. livestock does not threaten beef safety or prices. Containment measures, including sterile in
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
What It Really Means to Be Middle Class in New Jersey in 2026
New Jersey's middle-class income threshold has reached historic levels in 2026, with families needing between $69,529 and $208,588 annually.
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
Screwworm Outbreak in Texas Threatens Beef Prices and Livestock Industry
A screwworm outbreak in Texas is causing concern among ranchers and could lead to higher beef prices. The USDA is coordinating containment e