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Asian-American up in Hispanic district (Richmond Times-Dispatch)

2009-01-07T10:10:31Z

In the race to succeed Rep. Solis, former mayor Judy Chu stands to gain from a potentially crowded field. Read More......(read more)

When Latino and Nordic meet (Jackson Hole News)

2009-01-07T01:15:23Z

The flashcards were Dr. Bill Neal’s idea. The laminated cards are used by Jackson Hole High School Nordic skiing coach Walt Berling and his assistants to help communicate with their newest freshmen – Erick Ortiz and Israel Garcia. Read More......(read more)

Reactions, Suggestions Follow Richardson's Cabinet Withdrawal (HispanicBusiness.com)

2009-01-07T00:06:48Z

New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson. On Sunday, New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson withdrew from the nomination process for President-elect Barack Obama's choice for Secretary of Commerce, sending shock waves throughout the Hispanic political community. Read More......(read more)

Lonely at the top? (ABC 13 Houston)

2009-01-06T23:41:47Z

The only Hispanic member of Houston's city council finds himself with extra responsibilities Read More......(read more)

School Helps Latino Students Navigate Barriers (KSHB-TV Kansas City)

2009-01-06T22:55:15Z

In her four years at Alta Vista Charter School, Yesenia Aguirre experienced many of the school's firsts. Read More......(read more)

Study shows decline in immigrant labor (Greeley Tribune)

2009-01-06T18:22:11Z

Reversing a five-year trend, fewer immigrant Latinos were either working or looking for jobs in the third quarter of 2008 compared to a year ago, according to a recent Pew Hispanic Center study. Read More......(read more)

Richardson exit cuts Hispanics' role in Obama presidency (Houston Chronicle)

2009-01-06T11:00:53Z

Bill Richardson's sudden exit from the incoming Barack Obama administration delivered dual blows to his role as the nation's leading Hispanic political figure and to his foundation that funds Hispanic causes, political experts said Monday. Read More......(read more)

A path to understanding the Hispanic Community (Fond du Lac Reporter)

2009-01-06T10:27:11Z

Ramon Rios hopes misconceptions about Hispanics and Latinos living in Fond du Lac will be exposed and then disposed of during Hola, a four-part cultural series that begins Thursday, Jan. 8, at the Fond du Lac Public Library. Read More......(read more)

Latinos push Obama on vacant post (San Antonio Express-News & KENS 5)

2009-01-06T05:13:09Z

After the withdrawal of Bill Richardson's name as an Obama administration Cabinet nominee, Hispanic leaders say they expect the president-elect to name another Latino to head the Commerce Department. Read More......(read more)

Richardson withdrawal disappoints Latinos (CNN)

2009-01-06T03:07:24Z

Bill Richardson's withdrawal from his commerce secretary nomination Sunday didn't just leave a major gap in the new administration, but it also sorely disappointed Latinos who view the New Mexico governor as their most prominent representative. Read More......(read more)

Anthony, Rubio to sing at Inaugural Gala (UPI)

2009-01-05T17:10:14Z

WASHINGTON, Jan. 5 (UPI) -- Singers Marc Anthony and Paulina Rubio are among entertainers slated to perform at the upcoming Latino Inaugural Gala in Washington, organizers said. Read More......(read more)

Group focuses on increasing support for Hispanic residents (The Wilson Times)

2009-01-05T16:10:50Z

The Rev. Michael Bell is more convinced than ever that there is an enormous need for mental health services for Wilson's Hispanic residents. "They are trying to find services and are not able to find services because of their (legal) status," Bell said. Read More......(read more)

Updated at 8:05am -- Could Mayor Marty Step In for Bill? (Albuquerque Journal)

2009-01-05T13:13:27Z

ABQ mayor on list of 10 prominent Latino elected officials, CEOs being pushed by LULAC. Read More......(read more)

A holiday celebration fit for a king, or 3 (The Buffalo News)

2009-01-05T11:36:48Z

There was music and food and, of course, presents as members of the Hispanic community celebrated the Feast of the Three Kings in the D'Youville College Center on Sunday afternoon. Read More......(read more)

Holiday focuses on three gift givers (Norwalk Advocate)

2009-01-05T08:04:01Z

STAMFORD - Since coming to Stamford from Mexico in 1956, Galdino Velasco has worked to keep Latino traditions alive. A key one is Three Kings Day, marked yesterday at the Yerwood Center on Fairfield Avenue. Read More......(read more)