Línea Abierta Programming: Week of August 10, 2026

Celebrating 46 Years of Radio Bilingüe

MONDAY, AUGUST 10
PROGRAM #11232 12:00 PM PT

Mental Health and Faith Communities. A shortage of mental health professionals makes it difficult for families to access the care they need. To help close this gap, the American Psychiatric Association Foundation is strengthening its work with faith communities through partnerships with churches, mosques, and other religious organizations. The goal is to help their leaders recognize signs of mental illness and guide people toward support and resources. What is the role of religious leaders? How are faith and science being combined to address mental health? And what are the challenges in accessing specialized care?

The Epstein Case: NM vs. DOJ. New Mexico’s Epstein truth commission released its first report, based on Department of Justice files and news accounts, with few groundbreaking findings. At the same time, the New Mexico Department of Justice has sued the federal government to obtain unredacted Epstein files that the Trump administration has allegedly been withholding. What does this first report reveal? What information remains under lock and key? And what is the commission ultimately seeking?

Eyes on Washington State. Democratic Representative Marie G. Pérez secured one of two spots in Washington’s all-party primary, despite criticism from within her own party. Known for breaking with Democrats on issues like immigration policy, she now heads into November, where she will face Republican state Senator John Braun in a race that is key to the battle for Congress. What did voters say? Why is this race of national interest? And what are the challenges facing both parties in this state heading into November?

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 11
PROGRAM #11233 11:00 AM PT

Singers of the San Joaquín. Talented musicians celebrate the musical repertoire of the San Joaquín Valley. In this program, originally aired on July 10, 2025, artists speak about their cultural roots and the stories they tell through their songs. Master Juan Morales, a celebrated mariachi leader, reflects on his commitment to teaching and passing down musical tradition to new generations. Verónica Chávez and Mauro Carrera, of the group Los Fresnanitos, use son jarocho as a voice to resist and challenge social injustice. And Miguel Villegas Ventura, a trilingual Mixtec rapper known as “Una Isu,” explains how he blends Mixtec, Spanish, and English to challenge stereotypes and celebrate Indigenous pride.

PROGRAM #11234 12:00 PM PT

The Victims of Delaney Hall. The death of a Salvadoran man at the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark highlights the attention on living conditions inside the federal facilities where immigrants are held. For months, activists, organizations, and family members have protested the operation of this building, run by one of the largest private prison companies in the country. Detainees report spoiled food, filthy living quarters, and inadequate medical care. What is happening at Delaney Hall? Who is accountable for the victims? And how much funding is being allocated to these facilities?

Estefany Rodríguez: Journalism in ICE’s Crosshairs. The Nashville Noticias reporter was detained by federal agents last March, despite being in the United States legally. She was arrested while covering ICE operations in Nashville, accompanied by her husband — a U.S. citizen — in a vehicle bearing the outlet’s logo. The Committee to Protect Journalists awarded her the International Press Freedom Award, emphasizing that her case illustrates how immigration authorities are being used to silence critical voices. Why was Estefany detained? What are the challenges of being an immigrant journalist under the current administration? And what does this recognition mean?

The End of TPS for Haiti. A federal judge confirmed that Haitian immigrants have lost their Temporary Protected Status, following the Supreme Court ruling that leaves more than 300,000 people in limbo with an imminent risk of deportation. The Trump administration argues that conditions in Haiti no longer justify the designation — even as it warns Americans against traveling there due to the risks of crime, kidnapping, and terrorism. Trump is also pushing to revoke TPS for more than one million people from other nations. What does this decision mean? What will happen to these people now? What alternatives exist? And who else is on the list to have TPS eliminated?

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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12
PROGRAM #11235 12:00 PM PT

Mobilizing the ‘Latino Vote.’ Four of the most important Latino organizations in the U.S. are joining forces for the first time to mobilize the more than 36 million Latinos eligible to vote. The 2026 Latino Civic Coalition is a nonpartisan alliance aimed at educating and coordinating action ahead of the November elections, recognizing the decisive role this electoral force can play in shaping Congress and local races. What is the plan? How did this coalition come together? Who is behind this effort? And in which races can Latino voters make the difference?

Unequal Growth. Latinos drive the vast majority of workforce growth in the United States and contribute more than $4.1 trillion to the annual GDP. Yet that contribution has not translated into financial security for Latino households. It is no coincidence. A new report analyzes how key systems — immigration, housing, labor markets, and education — have historically structured unequal pathways to wealth-building. What does the analysis find? What are the determining factors? And how do current policies widen these gaps?

Exploring the ‘Health Care Market.’ Uninsured and facing an unavoidable surgery, Ronmel Rangel refused to accept a bill of tens of thousands of dollars. With his doctor’s support, he compared hospitals and surgical centers inside and outside the United States until he found a far more affordable option. His story reveals the enormous price disparities in medical care, the risks faced by those without coverage, and the strategies that can help avoid devastating medical debt throughout the process.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 13
PROGRAM #11236 11:00 AM PT

The Colorado River: a Deal in the Making. The federal government is proposing that Arizona, California, and Nevada reduce their Colorado River water consumption by 20%, with additional cuts through 2036. The basin states have been negotiating for years to replace the current agreement, which expires this year, but none are satisfied with what is on the table. What does the White House plan say? Which states would be hit hardest? And what is the current state of the river? This is a special program from the series Cuando se seca el arroyo, with support from the Walton Family Foundation.

PROGRAM #11237 12:00 PM PT

The U.S. and the Weapons That Reach Mexico. After years of investigation, the Arizona prosecutor’s office announced the dismantling of a weapons smuggling network operating along the border. Based in Phoenix, nearly thirty people face charges for illegally purchasing firearms to smuggle them into Mexico. How did this network operate? What ties does it have to organized crime in Mexico? And what impact does arms trafficking from the United States have on the violence shaking communities on both sides of the border?

The American Pachuco. A documentary celebrates the life and legacy of Luis Valdez, the Chicano creator who brought his stories from the agricultural fields to Broadway and Hollywood. In this conversation, the film’s director, David Alvarado, reflects on identity, belonging, migration, and the power of telling your own story. He also explains why the figure of the “pachuco” remains central. How does Valdez’s work continue to inspire new generations of Latino and Chicano artists in the United States?

The Trauma of Surviving ICE Bullets. Carlos Iván Mendoza Hernández was on his way to work when ICE agents stopped him and shot him at close range in an agricultural town in California. He survived, but his life and his family’s have been shattered: he remains detained and faces prosecution, while his wife fights for his rights, raises their daughter alone, and struggles with deteriorating mental health. The violence embedded in immigration policy is generating a state of terror that experts are calling a public health emergency. Why is the Mendoza family’s case not an isolated one? What does it mean to survive an ICE attack? And how are the violent federal operations directly affecting the mental health of communities? This is a special report produced through the Ethnic Media Collaborative, with support from the USC Annenberg Center for Health Journalism.

AI Used to Deceive on Social Media. Instagram is flooded with profiles that use artificial intelligence to spread health disinformation in Spanish, offering supposed tips and treatments with no scientific basis. Some of these accounts have millions of followers and publish misleading recommendations — like bone broth to relieve leg pain or vinegar with lemon to reduce belly fat. How do these accounts operate? What is their goal? How can people spot them? And what are the risks of trusting these profiles?

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
PROGRAM #112138 12:00 PM PT

Mexico Edition. President Sheinbaum announced that rules are being prepared to regulate the use of cell phones and social media among children and teenagers in schools. The proposal is expected to be ready before this year’s back-to-school, to involve families and students and raise awareness. This comes as the use of artificial intelligence continues to expand in schools and in the daily lives of young people and adults alike. What are experts saying?