Latinos In The U.S.

Undocumented Mother Shares Struggles To Keep Family Together

Amanda Morales, an undocumented woman who publicly took sanctuary in an upper Manhattan church, tells her story in a 5-part biweekly multimedia series, of how she is struggling to keep her family together in the U.S.

Feb 15 2018, 04:27PM EST

New York Judge Blocks Suspension Of DACA; Orders To Keep It In Place

Latinos In The U.S. By Shirley Gomez

Judge Nicholas G. Garaufis of Federal District Court in Brooklyn, orders the Trump administration to keep DACA, and declares the program not unconstitutional. Judge advices "DREAMers" to keep applying or renewing their permits.

Feb 14 2018, 03:22PM EST

'El Café Del Futuro' Scholarship Now Open For 2018; How To Apply

Latinos In The U.S. By Shirley Gomez

How has your Latino heritage motivated you to go to college? Tell us all about it by applying for Café Bustelo's "El Café del Futuro" Scholarship, now open for entries!

Feb 07 2018, 06:00PM EST

3-Year Old Ian Ortega Needs Your Help To Go To Therapy For His Autism

Latinos In The U.S. By Shirley Gomez

3-year-old Ian Ortega was diagnosed in a particularly high level of the Autism Spectrum Disorder, and needs your help to get the appropriate treatment. Latin Times spoke with Ian's parents about the campaign and the future of their son.

Feb 05 2018, 02:51PM EST

Dominican Night Reunited Celebs During Nets, Heat Game [PHOTOS]

Latinos In The U.S. By Shirley Gomez

The first ever Dominican Heritage Night was held at the Barclays Center during the match-up between Miami Heat and Brooklyn Nets.

Jan 23 2018, 04:11PM EST

Meet Diego Cordero, The New Promise Of Filmmaking [INTERVIEW]

Lifestyle By Maria G. Valdez

Diego Cordero might be young, but he's wise beyond his years, disciplined and talented, and at his very young age, is becoming an unstoppable force in the filmmaking industry.

Jan 17 2018, 05:52PM EST

5 Million Americans With Hispanic Ancestry Don't Identify As 'Latinos'

Latinos In The U.S. By Shirley Gomez

Pew Research Center revealed that 5 million American adults with Hispanic ancestors, like a parent, grandparent, or great grandparent do not identify as Hispanic or Latino.

Dec 21 2017, 03:28PM EST

Brigitte Morales Is Getting Her PhD And Is Inspiring Latinos To Go To College

Latinos In The U.S. By Shirley Gomez

As a role model for Latinos in the United States, Brigitte Morales shared her personal story and how the McDonald's HACER Scholarship helped to accomplish her dreams. Learn until when the scholarship enrollment period is open.

Dec 21 2017, 03:23PM EST

New App 'Chispa' Helps Connect Latino Singles Across The U.S.

Latinos In The U.S. By Shirley Gomez

New dating app Chispa enables Latinos to create new connections with matches from similar backgrounds. Whether making new friends, having conversations or starting the beginnings of a relationship.

Dec 19 2017, 04:57PM EST

Spanish Language Declines Among Latinos In The U.S., Study Says

Latinos In The U.S. By Shirley Gomez

Is Spanish disappearing among Latinos in the United States? According to a recent report from the Pew Research Center the answer is: Yes! Learn here the alarming percentage and why.

Nov 08 2017, 05:43PM EST

Ana Patricia Gámez Shares Favorite Hispanic Traditions With Daughter Giulietta

Latinos In The U.S. By Shirley Gomez

With Hispanic Heritage Month coming near an end, "Despierta America" co-host Ana Patricia Gámez and daughter Giulietta are sharing their favorite Hispanic Heritage Month traditions.

Oct 12 2017, 02:54PM EDT

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month With These Events Across The U.S

Latinos In The U.S. By Shirley Gomez

Free events, performances, exhibitions, TV shows and dance lessons will be held across the United States to commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month. Learn here how to be part of the celebrations.

Sep 08 2017, 04:46PM EDT