We spoke with a survivor, a Florida representative, and a psychologist about the needs of those who are alive to tell about that horrific night in Orlando.
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Latinos Were Undercounted in the Census. Here’s Why It Matters.
Undercounted states can lose out not only on political representation and Electoral College votes, but, very importantly, on federal funding that uses census data as a base. This can have a profound impact on individuals and families.
Parents in Puerto Rico Protest 2-Week School Closings After Covid Spike
Parents on both sides of the controversial issue weigh in, as the government is challenged to offer solutions that allow parents to work from home.
This Is Víctor Vázquez: the Puerto Rican Who Aims to Improve Miami Springs
The Miami Dade College professor obtained 70% of the votes in a recent nonpartisan election, winning the Miami Springs City Council, Group 4 seat.
Joven no puede continuar estudios debido a desventaja que tienen estudiantes que no hablan inglés en Florida
Natalia Mejía ha perdido su primer año de universidad, por no poder tomar el examen ESOL en su idioma natal.
Florida Has Used Only Half of Its Vaccines
The national press secretary said the state has a fair amount of doses while the state’s governor insists they need more and does not support Biden’s distribution plan.
Pandemic-Proof Your Puerto Rican Holiday Traditions
From hosting a virtual coquito happy hour to delivering pasteles to your neighbors, here are some ideas to safely celebrate your favorite traditions during the coronavirus pandemic.
Thousands of Floricuas Could Spend the New Year in the Dark if Moratoriums Are Not Extended
Marta Orbe and Bethzaida Vázquez are among the thousands of residents that could be evicted or lose utility services if moratoriums are not extended in Florida.
DeSantis Rules Out Closing Restaurants as ‘Unrelenting’ COVID Spread Hits Florida
Though the White House Coronavirus Task Force report puts Florida in the “red zone” for high COVID-19 spread, Gov. DeSantis has ruled out new business restrictions.
Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Neighbors: We Don’t Want You Here
A letter from the Mar-a-Lago neighbors of the president says Trump needs to be notified that he cannot use the storied resort as his residence.