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As Mexico debates a far-reaching electoral reform proposal, organizations of Mexican emigres are calling on the Mexican government to listen to citizens living abroad and to recognize them as holders of full political rights.

In 2026, millions of people who rely on ACA health plans are facing a severe financial blow. With enhanced subsidies left unrenewed by Congress, premiums have surged—tripling in some cases.

Artist and scholar Lizbeth De la Cruz Santana presents a living, community-based project that weaves together muralism, storytelling, and activism.

Negotiators from the seven states in the upper and lower Colorado River basins are racing against the clock to decide how to divide the river’s water.

Volunteer teams and community emergency hotlines are reporting detentions and increased ICE activity in Fresno and other California cities.

Former lieutenant governor and renowned folklorist Roberto Mondragón passed away on January 6 at the age of 85. As a political leader, Mondragón was widely recognized for championing the causes of working families.

Budget negotiations collapsed following the killing of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis by federal agents, igniting sharp opposition to additional DHS funding and ICE practices.

At a moment when the U.S. government is threatening Mexico with military operations under the claim of “combating drug trafficking,” a leading academic researcher has published a book...

Minneapolis has become the epicenter of controversy over the federal immigration crackdown. Following the killing of Alex Pretti, a nurse shot dead during an operation, criticism of the tactics used by federal agents is growing.

As California faces a deadly overdose epidemic intensified by opioids and fentanyl, some clinics are turning to therapies used to treat opioid use disorder.

Amid strong Democratic opposition to federal spending on aggressive immigration operations, House Republicans are moving forward with approval of the budget package.

Amid national outrage over the recent killing of Alex Pretti, shot dead by federal agents, the Trump administration is reorganizing federal immigration leadership in Minnesota.

Days after the fatal shooting of nurse and legal observer Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, and amidst reports of changes in ICE leadership, a religious leader explains the climate of fear in which thousands of immigrant families in the city live.

Every day, more Latina women are moving from field labor to land ownership, becoming organic producers trained in sustainable land management, leadership, and clean agricultural practices.

Mexico’s free trade agreement with the US and Canada is undergoing review amidst political tensions. Will the USMCA survive?

President Trump is threatening to use the Insurrection Act to suppress civil protests in Minnesota by deploying the military without congressional approval.

In California’s Central Valley—the nation’s richest agricultural region—thousands of women live in a maternal health desert.

In setting air pollution regulations, the Environmental Protection Agency will stop factoring in health impacts—such as avoiding premature deaths or asthma attacks—and instead focus on costs to industry.

Twelve months after Donald Trump’s return to the White House, U.S. immigration policy has undergone a drastic transformation.

This is a conversation with Martha González, a key figure at the intersection of art, music, and Chicano critical thought, centered on her new book “Artivistas Chican@s.”

Indiscriminate ICE raids have sparked a wave of civic resistance in cities occupied by federal troops. Grassroots networks are tracking, documenting, and protesting enforcement operations.

More than eleven years after the toxic spill by Grupo México into the Sonora River, the worst environmental mining disaster in Mexico’s history, the federal government is announcing a plan to remedy the damage caused to the communities along the river basin.

The U.S. Senate voted to curb the president’s military powers in the conflict with Venezuela, even as Trump claims he now “controls” Venezuela and says Caracas has agreed to export billions of dollars’ worth of crude oil to the United States

Although drug overdose deaths are declining nationwide in the U.S., they continue to rise in communities of color. In response, San Francisco is rethinking its approach.

The Trump administration continues with plans to dismantle the US Department of Education and reallocate funds for elementary and secondary schools, in addition to new threats to the right of undocumented students to a free public education.

Public protests are growing in Minneapolis and around the nation after an ICE agent fatally shot a young mother during an immigration operation.

On January 7, Roberto Mondragón—former lieutenant governor of New Mexico, educator, folk musician and cultural leader in the Latino community—passed away. In his memory, we revisit this program originally broadcast in 2020.

A group of women on a remote island off the Baja California peninsula—who once devoted themselves to traditional homemaking roles—trained as scuba divers in a field long reserved for men.

Mexicans living abroad have complained for years about the slow and bureaucratic procedures at the Mexican consulates. A new issue is the illegal sale of consular appointments.

Federal lawmakers who deem Trump's war in Venezuela illegal are urgently calling for an emergency vote to stop attacks on Venezuela and other countries in the region.

ICE operations conducted six months ago in Ventura County have fractured numerous families, impacting both household and community economies.

One year after catastrophic fires devastated large areas of Los Angeles, reporters and analysts examine the state of recovery and reconstruction efforts and reimagine the city.

The Illinois Accountability Commission held its first public hearing to investigate abuses committed by federal immigration agents in Chicago.

A conversation with renowned singers and cultural activists Agustín Lira and Patricia Wells, who headlined the recent Canciones del San Joaquín concert in Fresno.

The United States overthrows President Maduro.

Heading into 2026, Mexico will face pivotal choices on economic policy, public security, electoral reform, and the launching of a universal health care system, as President Claudia Sheinbaum’s governing project enters a phase of consolidation.

Control of the U.S. Congress is up for grabs amid presidential fatigue; public health faces historic setbacks after massive budget cuts; a sweeping deportation agenda is reshaping communities and relations with Mexico and the rest of the hemisphere.

In 2025, we bid farewell to several foundational figures of Latino culture in the United States who, through their music, words, and art, helped build identity, collective memory, and a sense of belonging for generations on both sides of the border.

In his second term, Donald Trump accelerated an unprecedented immigration crackdown: mass deportations, the deployment of the National Guard to pursue migrants, the militarization of the southern border, and cuts to humanitarian relief.

The acclaimed Gen X Chicana author and current Fresno Poet Laureate transforms experiences of pain, memory, and hope into deeply spiritual poetry. Her work portrays Fresno as a living city, rooted in the Yokut people and shaped by agricultural labor.

A prominent immigrant rights activist who gained national notoriety when she once sought sanctuary from deportation in a Denver church has just been released from jail after nine months in detention at the hands of ICE.

The song and dance of the traditional Oaxacan chilena from southern Mexico accompany major celebrations of Mixtec migrant communities.

The musical group Los Originarios del Plan, one of the leading exponents of son de la Tierra Caliente in the United States, has just released its album ¡Puritito Michoacán! on the Smithsonian Folkways label.

In 2025, California marked the 175th anniversary of becoming a state on September 9, 1850—two years after the United States took control of the former Mexican province. Over these 175 years, California has risen as an economic and technological powerhouse.

Although Dodgers legend Fernando Valenzuela once again fell just short of induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, his vast legion of fans has not lost hope.

A different kind of Christmas is unfolding in many faith communities across the United States. Churches from diverse traditions are reinterpreting the Nativity tradition through the migrant experience.

This program in our series “Treinta Años, Treinta Voces” features a conversation with attorney Marielena Hincapié, who became a leading voice in the national immigration debate and a central figure in the creation and defense of DACA.

The arrival of José Antonio Kast to Chile’s presidency is seen as a return to Pinochetism. Kast won votes with tough-on-crime rhetoric and hardline positions against immigrants.

In the United States, ICE’s use of aggressive, military-style tactics to pursue immigrants — along with their prolonged detention in confined, overcrowded, isolating, and neglectful conditions — is inflicting severe physical and mental health harms, and in some cases, causing death.

The White House took an unprecedented step by declaring fentanyl a “weapon of mass destruction,” linking its production and distribution to direct threats to national security.

This conversation features Guadalupe Rivera Marín, writer, political leader, and daughter of renowned Mexican muralist Diego Rivera and model Guadalupe Marín. Recorded at San Francisco’s Brava Theater in 2018.

The House of Representatives has approved a multibillion-dollar defense package that increases troop pay and consolidates much of President Trump’s national security agenda.

The Trump administration announced unprecedented tightening of work visa screenings for highly skilled applicants.

Millions of people in the United States could lose their SNAP food assistance benefits due to the federal shutdown and massive budget cuts to social safety programs.

A severe storm is causing “catastrophic” flooding across Washington state. After days of heavy rain and overflowing rivers, authorities have ordered the evacuation of more than 100,000 residents.

Lawmakers in the Mexican Congress are advancing a series of reforms to the General Water Law amid protests from growers.

Amid growing alarm over the rising detention of immigrant youth and DACA recipients, a coalition of lawmakers and civil society organizations is renewing an urgent call to pass the Dream Act.

After several deaths were reported in Los Angeles, health authorities are sounding the alarm about the dangers of supplements containing kratom and 7-OH, a powerful opioid.

The United States has sanctioned and added prestigious judges of the International Criminal Court to the global banking blacklist for their work investigating war crimes in Gaza and Afghanistan.

The rapid expansion of immigrant detention centers in California’s San Joaquin Valley is fueling an alarming public health crisis.

As part of our anniversary series, “Thirty Years, Thirty Voices,” we honor the legacy of maestro Cipriano Vigil, who recently passed away.

Costco, the U.S. retail giant, is suing the Trump administration, seeking full reimbursement for the inflated costs it incurred under the tariff policy—expenses the company says it was forced to pass on to consumers.

Now that the Mexican Congress is preparing to move forward with electoral reform, Mexican emigres and activists in the United States are urging lawmakers to guarantee their representation in the national Congress.

President Trump has called for prosecuting Democratic lawmakers for sedition and even sentencing them to death after they — all military veterans — released a video advising service members to refuse “illegal orders.”

The Environmental Protection Agency has unveiled a proposal to remove federal protections from millions of acres of wetlands and streams.

uman rights advocates warn about the expansion of militarized control strategies to cities and states across the US, which they consider to be policies and tactics that dehumanize immigrant and border communities under the pretext of “security.”

In Chicago, the escalation of federal force under the “Midway Blitz” immigration operation has driven hundreds of residents into the streets to defend their neighbors.

December 1 is a day dedicated to raising awareness about HIV and AIDS and honoring those affected by the disease.

In the wake of recent mass ICE raids, many blind immigrants in Los Angeles have been forced into lives of confinement and isolation, unable to go out to earn a living or attend medical appointments.

Forced by deportation or fear of violent raids, tens of thousands of Mexican migrants have returned to their country after years of living in the United States.

President Trump claimed that Thanksgiving dinner is now cheaper than before — but he left out key data. How much will families actually spend?

Latino farmers from the West Coast are gathering to learn from one another on critical issues for sustainable agriculture and climate resilience.

Americans are heading into the holiday season in a worse mood than last year. A new survey shows that economic uncertainty, the cost of health care, and fear of ICE raids and gun violence have many people on edge.

Gender-based violence remains one of the most pervasive human rights violations in the world. Globally, nearly one in three women has experienced physical and/or sexual violence at least once in her lifetime.

The Trump administration is moving to reinstate the so-called “public charge” rule, which would allow the government to deny permanent residency to immigrants who have received benefits such as Medicaid or food assistance.

A federal court gave Texas a reprieve by temporarily keeping the new congressional map in place for the 2026 elections, which is part of the Republican strategy promoted by President Trump to expand his control in the House of Representatives.

An organization of relatives of Mexican nationals killed by the U.S. Border Patrol on Mexican soil has brought together families from both sides of the U.S.–Mexico border and filed a petition before the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights.

Airport conditions across the United States are not improving following the federal shutdown–related restrictions on air traffic. With thousands of flights delayed or canceled and major hubs overwhelmed, authorities warn the situation may get worse before it gets better.

Dr. José B. Cuéllar — better known as “Dr. Loco” — is a Chicano anthropologist, musician, and activist whose work has inspired generations of Mexican American youth.

After weeks of a devastating government shutdown, a group of Democratic Senators relented and voted to reopen the government—without securing President Trump’s extension of Obamacare tax credits.

The FBI has urged partner agencies to ensure that officers clearly identify themselves after several cases in which individuals posing as ICE agents carried out kidnappings and assaults.

The future of the Colorado River — a lifeline for tens of millions of people — has reached a critical point due to overuse and climate change.

The longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history has come to an end, but after more than 40 days, its economic toll is clear.

After the assassination of the mayor of a major city in western Mexico, President Sheinbaum announced a series of actions to address the security crisis, including broad dialogue and a peace and justice plan for the state of Michoacán.

The Trump administration has ordered states to investigate the immigration status of Medicaid beneficiaries — the program that provides medical coverage to low-income people and those with disabilities.

Elon Musk promotes the Colossus supercomputer in Memphis as the world's most powerful and the largest investment of its kind in the city’s history. Yet neighbors and environmental advocates warn that its gas turbines release tons of toxic pollutants.

The Supreme Court questioned President Trump’s authority to use emergency powers to impose tariffs on nearly all of the country’s trading partners, casting doubt on a central pillar of his economic agenda.

Immigrants applying for visas to live in the US could be rejected if they have certain medical conditions, such as obesity or diabetes, according to a recent directive from the Trump administration.

Amid a global climate emergency, Brazil’s Amazon region is welcoming world leaders for COP30, the U.N. climate summit. Notably absent is the U.S., the country that has contributed the most to global warming.

Democrats scored sweeping victories last week, not only in a major referendum battle in California, the New York mayoral race, and the governor’s races in Virginia and New Jersey.

After being sexually assaulted, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum reported her attacker to the authorities, and her government announced a comprehensive plan against abusers to make sexual abuse a serious criminal offense and speed up the legal process.

Following Tuesday’s elections, the political landscape in the United States is beginning to take shape. California and New York drew national attention, mobilizing millions of voters.

Millions of people in the United States could lose their SNAP food assistance benefits due to the federal shutdown and massive budget cuts to social safety programs.

After an intense Election Day, the United States wakes up to take the pulse of its voters. The first results reveal the public’s sentiment toward federal policies over the past ten months and could signal the direction of the 2026 elections.

More than 170 U.S. citizens were detained by immigration agents during raids and protests, some with brutal violence. Among them were at least three pregnant women.

Today, voters across the country will decide far more than local offices; the results will offer a political snapshot of the first ten months of Trump’s return to power.

Millions have already voted, and millions more will head to the polls tomorrow for special and local elections across several states.

The decision by Texas Republicans to redraw their electoral map and add five new GOP seats to the U.S. House of Representatives has sparked a nationwide redistricting battle.

Around seven million protesters recently took to the streets to denounce the U.S. president’s abuse of power as part of the nationwide “No Kings” day, one of the largest protest movements in the nation’s history.

The government shutdown has entered its fourth week, leaving thousands of federal employees without pay, offices and museums closed, and Congress deadlocked in negotiations.

In light of reports of violent anti-immigrant raids and operations in several cities across the country, immigrant families are experiencing resounding levels of uncertainty and fear that federal agents will show up in normally safe places, such as schools, stores, workplaces, and even on the streets.

California Democrats are urging voters to support adding more congressional seats for their party in response to a maneuver by Texas Republicans, who suddenly added five pro-Republican districts to their state map.

After repeated threats, the Trump administration planned to send more than 100 federal agents to a military base in San Francisco Bay, but decided to cancel the plan after a call between the president, the mayor of San Francisco City and County, and Silicon Valley business leaders.

Torrential rains and severe flooding have devastated several Mexican states, leaving dozens reported dead or missing. How extensive are the losses and the human toll? How is the emergency relief system responding? What role is civil society playing in supporting those affected?

As the federal government shutdown drags on, vulnerable communities are beginning to feel its effects. In Native American territories, essential medical services have been suspended. Veterans are losing access to key benefits. Farmers face uncertainty when planning next season’s crops.

This winter, the return of La Niña is expected, bringing warmer and drier conditions to the southwestern United States, further worsening the drought in the West. Several states are preparing for deeper cuts to their Colorado River water supply.

Thousands of simultaneous mass demonstrations are expected across the country against authoritarianism. Demonstrators called for respect for the rule of law, demanding equality and due process. Organizers announced that millions would take to the streets.

Hundreds have been arrested in Memphis after the Trump administration deployed a tactical task force made up of ICE, FBI, and DEA agents, and the National Guard.

Through Proposition 50—also known as the Election Rigging Response Act—California Democrats aim to counter Texas' newly redrawn congressional map, which could give Republicans national control of Congress.

Elon Musk hails his Colossus supercomputer in Memphis as the most powerful in the world and the largest investment of its kind in the city’s history. Yet residents and environmentalists warn that its gas turbines bring massive air pollution, harm public health, and strain the local aquifer.

In an interview, Rocío Mejía, national director of Financiera para el Bienestar, shares that with over 100,000 already in circulation, the distribution of Bienestar wellness cards at Mexican consulates across the United States has far exceeded expectations.

This Saturday, organizers expect millions to take to the streets across all 50 states in a new wave of protests under the banner “No Kings.”

Farmworker Lucas Benítez and fellow organizers in Florida founded a group that, within a few years, compelled fast food giants like Taco Bell and McDonald’s to sign Fair Food Agreements, marking a turning point in the fight against modern-day slavery and labor abuse among the lowest-paid workers.

Less than a month before New York City’s municipal election, Democratic candidate Zohran Mamdani holds a strong lead among Latino voters, according to a new poll.

A federal judge has warned that she is prepared to order the release of Kilmar Abrego García if the government fails to present concrete plans for his deportation.

California voters have already begun casting their ballots in the special election, which will culminate on November 4, and will decide the fate of Proposition 50, also known as the Election Rigging Response Act.

As the federal government enters its third week of shutdown, all signs point to continued paralysis. Despite Republicans controlling both Congress and the White House, they refuse to negotiate the Democratic minority’s demands.

The Mexican government has issued diplomatic notes to Israel demanding guarantees for the safety and repatriation of Mexican activists and journalists detained aboard the humanitarian flotilla bound for Gaza.

Just over a week into the federal government shutdown, analysts continue to assess its costs and consequences: suspended services, frozen payments, and thousands of workers left without pay.

This past July, a violent ICE operation led to the arrest of more than 200 farmworkers in Ventura, northwest of Los Angeles. The raid—during which a Mexican worker lost his life—is considered one of the largest immigration enforcement actions in California’s history.

A week after winning a special election in Arizona by a wide margin, Democrat Adelita Grijalva has yet to be sworn in by Republicans, just as critical budget votes are underway. Grijalva has voiced support for unsealing Jeffrey Epstein’s files, and her vote could prove decisive.

Ismael Ayala died while in ICE custody at a detention center in California. Although the official cause of death has not been disclosed, his family claims that guards ignored his pleas for help when he began feeling ill.

As the first ballots begin arriving in California mailboxes, the debate over Proposition 50 — the Election Rigging Response Act — is intensifying.

The U.S. government shutdown would enter its sixth day today if Republican majority and Democratic minority leaders fail to reach an agreement.

October 2 marks the anniversary of the Tlatelolco Massacre, a traumatic event that signaled the beginning of Mexico’s democratization process. How is it remembered today in Mexico?

The lack of agreement between republicans and democrats on the federal budget triggered the shutdown of the U.S. federal government after lawmakers and President Donald Trump failed to overcome tense negotiations in Congress.

The Pueblo Yaqui University recently welcomed its first generation of Yaqui youth and other Indigenous students from the Sonoran Desert region.

Today, a new federal budget was supposed to take effect. But Democrats made their vote conditional: they demanded the restoration of subsidies for health insurance policies and relief from certain Medicaid cuts. Republican leaders and Trump rejected these proposals and refused to negotiate.

New laws in California prohibit federal agents from wearing masks that cover their faces and from entering schools, hospitals, and courthouses without a search warrant.

After years of steady escalation, the number of deaths from opioid overdoses has begun to decline, though the public health crisis continues.

Today, Congress returns with the federal budget deadline looming. Yet, Republican and Democratic leaders remain far from reaching an agreement, and the president refuses to engage in dialogue.

Eleven years after the disappearance of 43 students from the Ayotzinapa rural teachers’ college, activists and families continue to march and protest, demanding truth and justice.

A key review process for North America is underway as consultations to examine the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) begin, in a tense context shaped by the Trump administration’s protectionist and tariff-driven policies.

Although drug overdose deaths are declining nationwide in the U.S., they continue to rise in communities of color. In response, San Francisco is rethinking its approach with a new ordinance that prioritizes long-term treatment and sobriety.

President Trump has ordered the National Park Service to remove or cover up materials about slavery and Indigenous peoples that “disparage Americans.”

ICE agents fatally shot Mexican immigrant Silverio Villegas in Chicago, in front of his children. The incident prompted a diplomatic note and a formal request for investigation from the Mexican government.

This winter the return of La Niña is expected, bringing warmer and drier conditions to the southwestern United States, further worsening the drought in the West.

The two largest teachers’ unions in the U.S. have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for allowing immigration raids in and around school campuses.

This is a report on the traditional Independence Day “Grito” celebration in Mexico City’s Zócalo, where festivities are expected to pay tribute—through music—to the efforts and contributions of Mexicans living abroad.

California voters are preparing to vote on a special redistricting plan known as the Election Rigging Response Act. If approved, the measure would create five new districts less favorable to Republicans.

Unions and workers across the country plan to take to the streets this Labor Day to protest the White House’s “pro-billionaire, anti-worker” agenda. Few workers have been as relentlessly targeted under this administration as day laborers who gather on street corners seeking jobs.

Following the Trump administration's assertion that US military forces have already attacked three ships allegedly transporting drugs from Venezuela, tensions in the region have escalated.

Plans for the Mexican Independence Day parade and celebrations in Chicago are moving forward, though overshadowed by the threat of ICE raids and troop deployments ordered by the White House.

As part of our radio series on the 175th anniversary of California’s statehood, a prominent historian discusses his new book, “The Latino Big Bang in California.” Through the memoirs of a Mexican 49er gold prospector.

The Global Sumud Flotilla, headed to Gaza in an effort to break the Israeli blockade and deliver humanitarian aid, was attacked by drones in the Mediterranean Sea. On board are activists from dozens of countries, including six Mexicans. Where are the attacks coming from?

Mexico City is preparing for the traditional celebration of the Grito de Independencia (Cry of Independence). This will be Claudia Sheinbaum’s first cry for independence as president.

Over one million immigrants exited the U.S. labor force during the first half of 2025. The decline includes both documented and undocumented individuals. This reduction comes just as the overall immigrant population in the U.S. shows its first drop, following a historic peak in 2023.

September 11, 2001, marked the deadliest terrorist attack on U.S. soil. Since then, the United States has led the so-called “War on Terror.” One of the first casualties of that war was a long-awaited immigration reform plan, which gave way instead to exacerbated anti-immigrant sentiment and harsh immigration laws.

A quarter of Latino voters who supported Donald Trump last November now feel disappointed or even regretful of having cast their vote for him. That’s the finding of a national poll surveying thousands of registered Latino voters.

With access to asylum in the U.S. increasingly restricted, thousands of migrants are choosing to remain in Mexico. But the country is hardly prepared to receive them. In the absence of clear information, the Mexican government itself has opened the door to scams and abuse.

California kicks off celebrations marking the 175th anniversary of its statehood, achieved on September 9, 1850, just two years after the United States took over the former Mexican province. Over the past 175 years, California has emerged as an economic and technological powerhouse, leading major social movements.

An international flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza has set sail from Barcelona, Spain, in the largest maritime effort to break the Israeli blockade.

This week, Mexico’s newly elected Supreme Court justices are taking office. For the first time, the court was chosen by popular vote and is now led by an Indigenous president. What was the swearing-in ceremony like?

After a long separation from his family caused by a wrongful deportation to El Salvador, Kilmar Abrego García was detained again and threatened with deportation to Uganda unless he pleaded guilty to federal charges.

Dr. José Hernández, who rose from migrant farmworker to NASA astronaut, and his father, veteran field laborer Salvador Hernández, received the highest honor from California State University, Stanislaus.

A flotilla of ships set sail from Barcelona to Gaza carrying humanitarian aid and activists in a historic attempt to break Israel's naval blockade of the region.

Following the repeal of a policy that shielded hospitals, churches, and schools from immigration raids, fear is spreading among immigrants who need medical care.

More than twenty years ago, farmworker Lucas Benítez and a group of organizers in Florida founded a movement that forced Taco Bell, McDonald’s, and other global fast-food giants into signing Fair Food Agreements. The goal: to fight modern-day slavery and labor abuse among the country’s lowest-paid workers.

Unions and workers across the country plan to take to the streets this Labor Day to protest the White House’s “pro-billionaire, anti-worker” agenda. Few workers have been as relentlessly targeted under this administration as day laborers who gather on street corners seeking jobs.

Interview with the filmmakers of The Age of Water, a film soon to premiere on PBS that tells the story of La Cantera, a community in Guanajuato struggling with health problems linked to radioactive contamination of its aquifers after agribusiness companies producing intensive export crops for the United States drained these vital water reserves.

The documentary, exposes the devastating health and environmental consequences of industrial farming in central Mexico. The film tells the story of mothers who, after losing their children to leukemia, became leading community activists denouncing radioactive water contamination.

Since 1990, Los Angeles’ population has grown by half a million. Yet today, the city consumes far less water than it did back then, nearly half as much. This reduction has helped ease the Colorado River crisis, one of L.A.’s most important water sources.

For the first time, OpenAI, the organization that created ChatGPT, reached out to local communities to hear their ideas on how the development of this advanced technology could benefit them. The advisory commission, which includes civil leaders such as Dolores Huerta, has just released its report recommending investment in working-class communities.

Under threats of federal lawsuits and criminal charges if they refuse to dismantle their sanctuary policies, the governor of Washington State and the mayor of Boston firmly rejected the ultimatum sent by Attorney General Pam Bondi to more than 30 cities and states.

Hundreds of massive wildfires across western U.S. states and Canada have put millions of people on alert over the dangers of toxic smoke. Some of the worst fires spread rapidly in Arizona, Utah, Colorado, and Southern California.

From his first day in office, Trump ordered the rollback of Clean Water Act protections against industrial pollution. Environmental advocates warn that this decision places vast areas of wetlands and waterways at risk.

For the first time in Mexico’s history, the public health system has recognized Indigenous traditional medicine, and the federal government has approved the first Indigenous traditional clinic within the IMSS Bienestar hospital in Vícam, in the Yaqui Nation.

Through a secret order, Trump directed the Armed Forces to target Latin American drug cartels. Mexico has rejected Trump’s military plan. But what would happen if the U.S. military moved to combat cartels south of the border?

The first week of August marks a key moment to highlight breastfeeding as both a right and a vital public health strategy. While exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for the first six months of life, not all mothers can do so. What social challenges do new mothers face?

While the Trump administration promotes the creation of artificial intelligence (AI) companies, the Tucson government has voted to halt construction of a massive data center known as Project Blue and is discussing ways to regulate future data center projects.

Two recent court rulings have halted Donald Trump’s attempts to dismantle the right to asylum—an essential pathway for migrants to reside in the U.S legally. The courts have challenged the unilateral nature of his measures, citing disregard for Congress’s authority and the fundamental rights of applicants.

Since 1990, Los Angeles’ population has grown by half a million. Yet today, the city consumes far less water than it did then—almost half as much. This has helped ease the Colorado River water crisis, as the river is a key source of supply for Los Angeles.

This report and analysis covers the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, the first since the U.S. president’s reelection, where a cease-fire between Russia and Ukraine was expected to be discussed but never made it to the agenda. What was actually discussed? What agreements were reached?

The Mexican government has formed a presidential commission to reform the electoral law, reigniting the heated debate over ending proportional representation seats, cutting political party funding, auditing party and candidate income and spending, and more.

The detention and deportation of the González brothers—Mexican citizens with legal status in Florida—has raised alarms over possible racial profiling by the Florida Highway Patrol. According to the Mexican consulate in Orlando, over 50 Mexican drivers have been stopped for “dark-tinted windows.” While authorities deny any discrimination.

Alfredo Gutiérrez’s father, a US-born citizen, was deported in the 1930s from Arizona during a forced repatriation operation, under which more than one million Mexicans and Mexican Americans were rounded up and sent to Mexico.

The White House has unveiled an ambitious national artificial intelligence plan aimed at achieving global technological dominance by building massive infrastructure and deregulating the industry to accelerate progress.

Humanitarian protection permits and legal immigration pathways in the U.S. are becoming increasingly expensive. New federal fees on work permits and essential applications are turning the immigration system into a “pay-to-access” model. Who can afford to stay legally?

Hundreds of massive wildfires across the western U.S. and Canada have millions on high alert due to the dangers of toxic smoke. Some of the most severe fires are spreading rapidly in Arizona, Utah, Colorado, and Southern California. How large are these fires, and how is containment progressing?

U.S. job numbers dropped, and shortly after the data was released, President Trump abruptly fired the head of the agency responsible for labor statistics, accusing her of distorting the figures.

In Mexico, hundreds of women lawyers have formed a national network to provide free legal counsel to women facing gender-based violence and other issues

California Governor Gavin Newsom is considering a special election in the first week of November to boost Democratic prospects in the 2026 midterm elections.

A conversation as a posthumous tribute with accordion maestro Leonardo “Flaco” Jiménez, who passed away a few days ago at the age of 86. For seven decades, Leonardo “Flaco” Jiménez performed traditional Tejano melodies and, performing with legends such as Bob Dylan and Willie Nelson, brought Mexican border music to a wider audience of rock and country lovers around the world.

The White House has unveiled an ambitious national plan on artificial intelligence, known as the “AI Action Plan.” Marking a significant policy shift, the plan deprioritizes safety in favor of innovation, aiming to “win the AI race” and secure economic and military advantages.

Fear sparked by ICE raids has emptied fields and workplaces in states like California. Many workers, afraid of being detained, have stopped showing up to work, leaving those who do with heavier workloads under increasingly extreme heat.

 The first week of August is a key moment to highlight breastfeeding as both a right and a vital public health strategy. While exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for the first six months of life, not all mothers can do so.

August 3rd marked six years since the El Paso massacre, an attack driven by anti-Latino hate that left over 20 people dead and profoundly scarred a community. Amid debates on gun laws and racial justice, the community continues to demand answers and a path to healing with dignity.

President Trump is intensifying his trade war amid concerns over soaring inflation. Starting August 1, the Trump administration is set to impose a 30% tariff on all products imported from Mexico.

The Republican marks six months since his return to the White House. On the campaign trail, Trump vowed to end wars, lower prices, bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S., “Drill, Baby, Drill,” and launch the largest deportation campaign in history.

A conversation with renowned singers and cultural activists Agustín Lira and Patricia Wells, who headlined the recent Canciones del San Joaquín concert in Fresno.

Adelita Grijalva, daughter of longtime Congressman Raúl Grijalva, won the Democratic primary to represent the Tucson-based district and succeed her father, a prominent progressive voice in Arizona and the nation. In November, she will face Republican candidate Daniel Butierez.

Federal immigration officials now have access to the personal information of millions of people enrolled in the government’s Medicaid health insurance program. Agents may use this data to locate and deport undocumented immigrants.

The suicide of a worker at a meatpacking plant in California’s Central Valley reveals an urgent reality: Who is looking after the mental health of those who sustain much of our economy? Current and former employees at one of the largest plants in the San Joaquin Valley report working conditions that are dangerous and inhumane.

Republican leader Mike Johnson shut down the House for summer recess, avoiding a vote to unseal the files related to Jeffrey Epstein, the deceased financier and Trump acquaintance implicated in child sex trafficking.

During the signing of a law that toughens penalties for fentanyl trafficking, President Trump delivered harsh criticism against the Mexican government, claiming that cartels have “strong control” and that authorities are “petrified.”

The Senate approved President Trump’s request to eliminate billions in foreign aid previously authorized by Congress. This means deep cuts to global health, emergency food assistance, economic development, and peacekeeping operations.

Last month, renowned singers and songwriters gathered for the concert “Canciones del San Joaquín” to present original works that reflect the rich musical traditions of California’s San Joaquín Valley. In this program, leaders of groups specializing in norteño, Mixtec chilenas, and ranchera music share stories about their work.

President Trump has threatened to impose 30% tariffs on Mexican and European products, citing efforts to reduce the deficit and combat fentanyl trafficking. To start, he has already levied tariffs on Mexican tomatoes.

After more than a month of ICE patrols, raids, and indiscriminate arrests, a federal judge in Los Angeles has issued a temporary halt to such detentions in California. The ruling bans arrests based on racial profiling and workplace location.

Talented singers and songwriters gathered last month for a concert celebrating the rich musical repertoire of the San Joaquín Valley. The “Canciones del San Joaquín” concert featured new and original works from various genres, including mariachi, son jarocho, and Mixtec rap.

Twenty-four states have sued the Trump administration for withholding billions of dollars earmarked for education, just before the start of the school year. The frozen funds include critical resources for training teachers in low-income communities and supporting programs in the arts, mental health, and migrant education.

A social scientist comments on studies that debunk false yet widespread notions about the causes of poverty and tax exemptions for the wealthy, which have been used to justify policies against minimum wage increases and public investment in health, education, and social development.

More than a hundred people have died, and dozens remain missing in the historic flooding that took communities living along the Guadalupe River in central Texas by surprise. The tragedy has raised many questions.

A conversation with Fresno’s (CA) new poet laureate about her commitment to bringing the art of poetry to the streets and to the people. Medina, who grew up in the fields as part of a family influenced by labor movement values, discusses the fears she had to overcome to pursue a career in literature.

Donald Trump’s so-called Big Beautiful Bill was signed, claiming that the historic Medicaid budget cuts will be achieved by removing almost a million and a half undocumented immigrants from the health care program. It was also claimed that millions of beneficiaries don’t work, abusing the system.

Trump signed a mega plan that brings unprecedented funding for mass deportations. Now, ICE is becoming the largest police agency in US history and its budget is bigger than most militaries in the world. The huge budget will be spent on a border wall, thousands of agents, ICE raids, private jails, immigrant detention, and increased costs for legal immigration.

Demonstrations to protest federal government overreach and military-style ICE operations have swept the nation coast to coast in recent weeks. Many demonstrators are children or relatives of immigrants at risk of being arrested in raids.

July 4th marked the 45th anniversary of Radio Bilingüe’s first live broadcast. It was the culmination of years of community organizing. Over the decades, RB has grown and now serves a national audience.

Remittances to Mexico dropped in May, and President Claudia Sheinbaum blames the White House’s operations against immigrants, which have caused many emigres to stop working. Sheinbaum announced she will present a support plan for Mexican emigres whose remittances could be taxed with a 1% levy in the U.S.

The government’s mega-budget plan allocates an unprecedented amount for the mass deportation campaign, with massive expenditures for border agents, ICE operations, detention centers, and checkpoints, while making massive cuts to the healthcare sector. How would this plan impact Mexicans and Latinos in the U.S.

Talented singers and songwriters gathered last month for a concert celebrating the rich musical repertoire of the San Joaquín Valley. The “Canciones del San Joaquín” concert featured new and original works from various genres, including mariachi, son jarocho, and Mixtec rap.

Trump’s plan for massive tax exemptions and huge cuts to social spending barely passed the Senate, saved by Vice President Vance’s vote. The proposal reached the House, where it was approved by only four votes.

 The Trump administration and Florida have built a new detention center almost overnight in the Everglades wetlands to hold thousands of immigrants facing deportation. The president promotes it as a national model, while critics argue it will violate human rights and breach national and federal laws.

Following the devastating fires in Los Angeles, this year’s dry season is expected to bring even worse fires to California and the western states. Unprecedented heat waves are creating conditions that can ignite vegetation.

Hours before the fireworks show celebrating Independence Day, thousands are expected to take to the streets in mass protests, warning that constitutional freedoms and rights are under threat. Under the banner “No Kings,” protesters raise alarms about a slide into authoritarianism and show support for persecuted immigrants.

Once considered a fringe and extremist theory, the plan to end birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants is now mainstream, at the center of the national debate. The Supreme Court brought Trump’s executive order to the fore.

The United States blocks money transfers from three major Mexican financial institutions accused of laundering millions of dollars for drug cartels. Mexico is demanding evidence.

Time is running out to meet the July 4th deadline, and Republican senators are scrambling to reach an agreement on the final version of the tax plan pushed by the White House. This package includes drastic cuts to the healthcare system and food assistance for millions, aimed at providing tax breaks to corporations and high-income earners in the country.

Following recent protests in Los Angeles, reports of arbitrary detentions by undercover agents have increased. In response, local municipal and legislative authorities have come together to protect immigrant communities. What are the most serious threats facing these neighborhoods?

Following the devastating fires in Los Angeles, this year’s dry season is expected to bring even worse fires to California and the western states. Unprecedented heat waves are creating conditions that can ignite vegetation.

California Attorney General, Rob Bonta, visits Radio Bilingüe studios in Fresno (CA). Bonta reacts to the Supreme Court’s sudden ruling on birthright citizenship. Additionally, during US Independence Day week and amidst ICE raids, mass deportations, and public protests, Bonta reflects on the role of the justice system in ensuring accountability, due process, and preventing abuse of power.

Radio Bilingüe celebrates 45 years of broadcasting service. Over these decades, Radio Bilingüe has grown from a single community station into the nation’s leading network of Latino broadcasters, and the primary producer and distributor of Spanish-language programs for the country’s public radio system.

Mexican emigre organizations are organizing new caravans traveling from the border to the interior of Mexico to ensure a safe return for those visiting during the summer season.

Amid the rise of ultraconservative policies, recent laws in several US states are directly targeting the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals. From restrictions on healthcare for transgender youth to bans on their participation in school sports, public policy is driving the invisibility and discrimination of these communities.

Since Trump’s return to the White House, tens of thousands of Mexicans have been deported. The mass deportation policy has impacted families who relied on money sent from the United States.

This year, more seniors have applied for Social Security benefits earlier than expected, which could impact the long-term security of recipients. Who are the new applicants?

June is Immigrant Heritage Month and, in recent nationwide protests, young demonstrators took to the streets to serve as the voice for their parents and grandparents. How is the current anti-immigrant crackdown impacting mixed-status families?

In this 30th anniversary edition, internationally-renowned accordion great Eva Ybarra, reflects on her decades-long career as a Tejano band leader and accordion virtuosa, a world dominated by male performers.

From the assassination of a Democratic legislator to the violent arrest of a mayoral candidate in a New York immigration court, or the assaults on a US senator questioning the Secretary of Homeland Security, these events indicate an escalation of violence by government forces or right-wing extremists.

Claudia Sheinbaum and Donald Trump Meet at the G7 Summit Amid Tensions on Multiple Fronts. After months of a relationship marked by economic threats and a stigmatizing discourse against migrants, all eyes will be on both leaders.

The governor of California has come out in defense of the state, which has become the epicenter of opposition to the Trump administration. While Washington defends and promotes the ‘MAGA’ policy, Gavin Newsom is gaining prominence on the West Coast, all while building a political platform for the future.

Immigration raids have reached California’s fields, putting thousands of farmworkers at risk. The agricultural workforce in the state, which supplies products to the rest of the country, is mostly Latino. Many migrants have expressed fear about going to work.

The city became the epicenter of opposition to the Trump administration, with hundreds of protesters demanding a shift in White House policy.

In a time of rumors of ICE raids, immigrants in the US fear that going to the store to cash checks or send money to loved ones is no longer safe. In response, advocates are finding ways to bank securely from the privacy of their home and avoid the need to have in-person check cashing and remittance services.

June is Immigrant Heritage Month, and this year it is marked by the mass deportation policies pushed by the White House. Recently, a group of Mexican indigenous families was devastated following an ICE operation in the garment district of Los Angeles.

One week after the demonstrations erupted in Los Angeles against ICE operations targeting migrant workers, tens of thousands of protesters are expected to take to the streets in hundreds of cities to say no to the raids, to the proposed budget cuts by the Executive, and the authoritarianism threatening democracy.

After the United States increased tariffs on steel and aluminum to 50%, Mexico responded that it would take action. Additionally, following the recent elections, analysts discuss the composition of the new judiciary.

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Mexico's lawsuit against US weapon manufacturers, accusing them of looking the other way and enabling the trafficking and violence of drug cartels. What arguments led to the unanimous dismissal of the lawsuit?

Concerned about the current climate of xenophobia and political attacks on immigrants, a group of prominent musicians from the San Francisco Bay Area is coming together for a concert to celebrate the strength, resilience, and dreams of the immigrant community.

Almost eleven million people stand to lose their health insurance under the big budget plan discussed in Congress, according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office. Utah's rural areas may be among the hardest hit.

Mexican writer and poet Roberto Galaviz visits Fresno to discuss his work in poetry and literature. Galaviz, a Zacatecas native and UNESCO advisor on migration, culture, and education, is the author of the project "Las Voces Invisibles, Historias de Migrantes," a binational production of chronicles and fiction stories featuring migrant experiences.

Venezuelans are reportedly the fastest-growing Latino group in Utah. Many have been able to get established, get jobs, and create businesses. But Venezuelans are now on edge and Latino businesses are feeling the pain after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Trump administration to rescind protections.

Governor Newsom, lawmakers, union members and pro-immigrant activists accuse President Trump of fabricating a crisis by sending some 2,000 National Guard troops to quell the demonstrations. In addition, union leader David Huerta was injured and arrested while observing ICE raids in the Los Angeles “fashion district,” where dozens of people were arrested.

Mexico held historic judicial elections this week. What were the results following Mexico’s unprecedented popular election of judicial authorities? How did the process unfold? Who are the newly elected justices? What challenges lie ahead for judges chosen by popular vote?

Composers and singers from California’s San Joaquin Valley gather for a concert that celebrates the cultural traditions of Greater Mexico alive in the region’s communities. With rhythms ranging from mariachi and norteño to Latin rock and Mixtec chilenas, “Canciones del San Joaquín” concert showcases a songbook filled with stories of immigration, resistance, and survival.

Amid mass deportation policies and threats from the White House, disinformation continues to spread among Latino communities. Social media and messaging apps have become channels for false or manipulated narratives. What are the most common misleading messages?

The ambitious tax and social spending cuts and massive border enforcement spending plan pushed by President Trump and Republican leaders are now under discussion in the Senate, which faces weeks of debate. What are the areas of consensus among Republicans in both chambers?

Jeanette Vizguerra, a longtime immigrant rights advocate who once took sanctuary in a Denver church, has been honored with the prestigious Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award. However, currently detained in an immigration facility, it’s unlikely she can attend the ceremony.

The Alliance for California Traditional Arts and Radio Bilingüe join efforts to bring another musical concert of the series "Sonidos de California: San Joaquin Valley." The new event, titled "Canciones del San Joaquín" and to be held in downtown Fresno on June 7, will gather well-known folk singers and composers from around the San Joaquin Valley.

Dr. José Hernández, who rose from migrant farmworker to NASA astronaut, and his father, retired farmworker Salvador Hernández, received the highest honor from California State University, Stanislaus. Awarded honorary doctorates, this Central Valley campus celebrates their journeys and the legacy of hard work, education, and perseverance they represent for migrant families.

On the eve of the unprecedented day to elect judges in Mexico, how are the candidates closing their campaigns? What is the expected voter turnout? How prepared is the electoral system? What are the plans for the counting and publication of the results?

A 19-year-old student who arrived in the U.S. as a small child was mistakenly arrested during a routine traffic stop. Now, ICE is seeking to deport her from Georgia to Mexico. Her case highlights the distressing limbo and constant risks faced by Dreamers. What is this young woman’s story?

On the heels of Mother’s Day and occasion of Mental Health Month, Dr. Diana Ramos, mother, and Surgeon General of the State of California, discusses maternal mental health issues, including the higher rates of postpartum depression among Latina mothers and the greater barriers they face to receiving adequate medical care.

The ambitious tax and social spending cuts and massive border enforcement spending plan pushed by President Trump and Republican leaders is moving forward, having passed the House and heading to the Senate. As debate unfolds, it’s urgent to understand key elements that could impact the economy and the daily lives of our communities.

The U.S. Supreme Court has cleared the way for the federal government to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans, which puts hundreds of thousands at risk of deportation. Republican leaders in Miami are concerned about the potential impact of these deportations.

May is Water Awareness Month, and the California Water Institute at Fresno State is preparing its annual Water Bootcamp to help educate the public about the state’s water system. Laura Ramos, interim director of the Institute, explains why it’s essential to understand where our water comes from and how to address local challenges.

The Department of Veterans Affairs plans to eliminate thousands of jobs as part of an institutional restructuring. These changes could reduce the physical and mental health care currently provided to millions of veterans.

Next week, Mexico will hold the first judicial elections in its history. These elections result from a judicial reform promoted by the previous administration. About 900 judge roles are open for election, including nine seats on the Supreme Court.

In 2024, remittances sent from the United States to Mexico reached a historic record. This economic flow has been vital for millions of Mexican migrant families. However, a new Republican proposal to impose a 5% tax on these transfers threatens that economy.

The Alliance for California Traditional Arts and Radio Bilingüe join efforts to bring another musical concert of the series “Sonidos de California: San Joaquin Valley.” The new event, titled “Canciones del San Joaquín,” will be held in downtown Fresno on June 7 and will gather well-known folk singers and composers from around the San Joaquin Valley.

House Republicans who were trying to fast-track President Trump’s massive bill of big tax breaks and cuts to social spending suffered a setback. Conservative Republicans joined Democrats in defeating the plan. Supporters say it aims to benefit the middle class and bolster border security, but critics warn it would punish low-income groups in order to deliver massive tax cuts to the wealthy.

Four months since devastating wildfires swept through Los Angeles, residents are slowly recovering and homeowners are beginning to rebuild. In this program, a reporter shares updates on the current situation of affected communities.

President Trump visited the Persian Gulf on his first foreign trip, signing commercial deals—mainly weapons sales and increased military cooperation—with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the Emirates. What were the underlying purposes? What did the White House and the Arab countries gain? How did the Trump family business benefit from the official tour?

On June 1, Mexicans go to the polls to elect nearly 900 judges and magistrates in the federal judicial branch, a first of its kind process, the first time that citizens will elect judges. Among the positions at play are nine justices of Mexico’s Supreme Court.

Tatiana Clouthier, Mexico’s former Secretary of Economy under President López Obrador and currently the head of Instituto de los Mexicanos en el Exterior, the federal agency that oversees the affairs for Mexicans living abroad, discusses new consular initiatives to support Mexicans at risk of detention and deportation and indigenous migrants.

With 43 years of history, San Antonio’s Tejano Conjunto Festival is the first and longest-running accordion conjunto festival in the US. The fest is internationally seen as a top influencer in the tejano music tradition. Luminaries like Linda Escobar, los Texmaniacs, Ruben Garza, Gilberto Perez and Ricky Naranjo headline this year’s event.

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, born in the United States and a Peruvian citizen, was elected as the new pontiff of the Catholic Church, taking the name Leo XIV. Speaking in Spanish, the new Pope highlighted his connection with the Peruvian community of Chiclayo in his first speech.

Denisse Parra, an immigrant mother, and her three children -two of them born in the US, were deported to Mexico. Days earlier, Denisse and her partner were detained by ICE agents after Texas state troopers stopped them for a minor infraction.

On the heels of Mother’s Day and on occasion of Mental Health Month, Dr. Diana Ramos, mother and Surgeon General of the State of California, discusses maternal mental health issues, including the higher rates of postpartum depression among Latina mothers.

In this 30th anniversary edition, internationally-renowned accordion great Eva Ybarra, reflects on her decades-long career as a Tejano band leader and accordion virtuosa, a world dominated by male performers.

This is an interview with Tatiana Clouthier, Mexico’s former Secretary of Economy under President López Obrador and currently the head of Instituto de los Mexicanos en el Exterior, the federal agency that oversees the affairs for Mexicans living abroad.

A group of Latino congress members reintroduced the Securing Help for Immigrants through Education and Legal Defense (SHIELD) Act of 2025, a bill that would establish a federal grant program to support legal representation programs in states and cities that defend local residents from deportation.

The Trump administration asked Congress to eliminate the Head Start program, a move that would cut early education and child care for more than 800,000 children and their families. Some say the gutting of childcare for hundreds of thousands will have ripple effects for the entire nation.

A federal judge barred the US Border Patrol from carrying out more operations in Central California without a warrant, after local civil rights groups sued over an operation called “Return to Sender” in Latino areas of Kern County. Dozens were deported to Mexico and one US citizen was wrongly detained.

The fentanyl crisis is worsening among Latinos in California. In 2023, about 2,500 Latinos died of fentanyl overdoses. On National Fentanyl Awareness Day, state health leaders reach out to the public to educate about the dangers of opioids.

Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday celebrating the battle against French invaders which took place in the city of Puebla. To mark the occasion, a Puebla-born chef who also celebrates Cinco de Mayo festivities in the US reflects on the holiday.

Nearly 80 million people in the US have diseases that can cause vision loss, yet many are unaware of the risks and the steps they can take to protect their sight. During Healthy Vision Month, a national agency dedicated to vision research is launching the “Healthy Lives, Healthy Eyes” campaign to raise awareness of the overall health of vision.

After Mexican TV giants broadcast a multimillion, US-government funded anti-immigration ads campaign, Mexico's President Sheinbaum asked Congress to reform broadcast law to ban propaganda from foreign governments on Mexican media.

On International Workers' Day, demonstrators are gathering in a number of coordinated rallies and strikes around the nation to protest draconian policies targeting immigrants, people of color and workers. This is an overview about the day of action.

A broad coalition of immigrant and civil rights groups and labor unions are taking to the streets to mark International Workers' Day, to protect the rights of immigrants and urge the Trump administration to end mass deportations.

During his 12-year pontificate, Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and Latin American pope, identified with the "theology of the people" and criticized the global economic model, viewed climate change as an environmental and ethical crisis that affects the poorest and most vulnerable the most.

The fentanyl crisis is worsening among Latinos in California. In 2023, about 2,500 Latinos died of fentanyl overdoses. On National Fentanyl Awareness Day, state health leaders reach out to the public to educate about the dangers of opioids.

The Colorado Senate passed a bill to expand protections for undocumented immigrants and limit where federal officials can enforce immigration law in the state, including public child care centers, schools and health care facilities. Also, a federal judge in Denver extended a ban on deportations under a 1798 law.

Renowned expert on mental health, Dr. Sergio Aguilar-Gaxiola, revisits a conversation from three decades ago where he aired the findings of the largest mental health study conducted in the US on Mexican Americans.

Starting July, the US will impose tariffs of 21% on tomatoes imported from Mexico. Mexican officials say the US will not be able to replace the Mexican tomatoes. What’s the potential impact of this new import tax on both sides of the border? How are Mexican leaders reacting?

Gavin Newsom is taking Trump to court over the tariffs war. California’s governor says Trump does not have the authority to unilaterally impose such a huge tax hike and California stands to lose more than any other state.

Mexican writer and poet Roberto Galaviz visits Fresno to discuss his work in poetry and literature. Galaviz, a Zacatecas native and UNESCO advisor on migration, culture, and education, is the author of the project “Las Voces Invisibles, Historias de Migrantes”.

After Harvard University rejected the Trump administration’s demands to eliminate its diversity, equity and inclusion programs, ensure merit-based hiring practices, and others, the White House retaliated by freezing billions in federal funds for scientific research.

Latino congregations celebrated Holy Week amid fears of immigration raids. Church leaders are more worried about churchgoers now that a federal judge gives immigration agents the green light to raid churches and other houses of worship.

In anticipation of the peak wildfire season in California, and in the aftermath of the devastating fires in Los Angeles, the state is launching a bilingual campaign to urge residents to take steps to prepare and protect their communities by hardening their homes and building defensible space.

Thousands of people were expected to take to the streets on Saturday as part of a nationwide grassroots movement to protest the Trump administration policies that target communities of color, civil liberties and the rule of law.

For Spring break, many people head out to the beach and, in Mexico, a popular destination is Acapulco. A staple in this port city is La Quebrada, where for decades a group of famous divers have been defying danger by jumping from a high cliff to treacherous waves and rocks 35 meters below.

On the eve of a “second wave” of nationally-coordinated protests, organizers are making final preparations for what they call a "turning point" in the movement to oppose Trump's policies such as cuts to Social Security and mass deportations. What's the expected impact?

The Republican-led House narrowly approved the budget plan, which follows President Trump's agenda of tax cuts, mass deportations and cuts to the federal government. In the Senate, leading Republicans say they are weary about the $800 billion in House-proposed cuts that could decimate Medicaid and other social programs.

After the massive ‘Hands Off’ protest, the same organizers are now calling for another nationwide anti-Trump protest planned for April 19 in 50 states and over 11 million are expected to participate. What are the plans? Where are the rallies taking place?

In anticipation of the peak wildfire season in California, and in the aftermath of the devastating fires in Los Angeles, the state is launching a bilingual campaign to urge residents to take steps to prepare and protect their communities by hardening their homes and building defensible space.

The son of migrant farm workers, poet Juan Felipe Herrera was born in the area of Fresno, California, where a bilingual elementary school was recently named after him. Author of numerous poetry collections, he was named US Poet Laureate in 2015, when he launched his project “The Most Incredible and Biggest Poem on Unity in the World.”

Facing the loss of hundreds of millions of dollars in government grants and contracts, Columbia University gave in to the Trump administration and agreed to a number of policy changes. Responding to similar pressures, the University of California bans the use of “diversity statements” in faculty hiring.

Mexico bans junk food in schools in an effort to tackle one of the worst obesity and diabetes epidemics in the world. The health guidelines target processed, salty, and sweet products such as sugary fruit drinks, packaged potato chips, artificial pork rinds, and chili-flavored peanuts wrapped in soy.

President Trump announced a series of sweeping tariffs and a trade war with every country. US stocks are plunging amid fears of a recession. How soon will prices of goods rise? Who will be hit the hardest?

Facing the loss of hundreds of millions of dollars in government grants and contracts, Columbia University gave in to the Trump administration and agreed to a number of policy changes. Responding to similar pressures, the University of California bans the use of “diversity statements” in faculty hiring.

More US military troops and combat vehicles are being sent to the Southern Border to support mobile surveillance and border security agencies. How do border cities, including Tohono O’Odham communities, view this increased military presence and tightened border?

With calls for a renewed commitment to organize low-income workers in California’s Central Valley and pass the tradition of activism to newer generations, thousands of unionists and supporters gathered in Delano, birthplace of the farm workers movement, on Cesar Chávez Day.

After Congress approved a budget plan, the debate over federal Medicaid cuts continues. In times of heated rhetoric, claims that immigrants and Latinos “abuse” the federal-state safety net program are common. Are Latinos a burden for the health care system?

While California’s labor force is aging and many worry about chronic stagnation, a distinguished scholar says that Latinos, a young, hard-working and growing population, bring a bright spot for the state’s economy in the decades ahead.

Donald Trump announced tariffs on car imports and on imports from countries that deal with Venezuela and more are expected this week. How will this affect Mexico? What industries would be most impacted?

President Trump said he will go ahead with the “reciprocal” tariffs announced for this week, but excluding several sectors. An expert comments on the impact of tariff costs on the prices of imported goods, how they will affect Latino-owned businesses, and the industries that will be among the hardest hit.

A coalition of progressive groups is planning nationwide protests on Saturday, April 5, with thousands expected to descend on Washington, DC. The rallies, called “Hands Off!,” are to protest Trump, Musk and Congress massive cuts to the federal budget.

New fire maps in California have designated over 2 million acres as facing high fire danger, particularly in the Central Valley and Central Coast regions. Do you live in a high-risk area? Faced with the increased risk of fires, what can homeowners do to protect themselves?

On Cesar Chávez Day, thousands of farm workers, union members and supporters from industries from around California descend on Delano, the birthplace of the UFW and the area of recent immigration raids.

The number of Latina moms who die during pregnancy or after the baby is born has escalated to alarming levels in California in recent years. In order to help women to have healthy pregnancies, state health officials are making widely available a new, simple tool that helps women screen their health.

The number of Latina moms who die during pregnancy or after the baby is born has escalated to alarming levels in California in recent years. In order to help women to have healthy pregnancies, state health officials are making widely available a new, simple tool that helps women screen their health.

On the occasion of Cesar Chavez Day celebrations, Dr. José Angel Gutiérrez, one of the four leading figures during the Chicano Movement, is in California’s Central Valley to honor the legacy of Cesar Chávez, Dolores Huerta, and Larry Itliong, founders of the modern farmworker movement.

Republicans in Congress are planning massive cuts to Medicaid to pay for tax cuts for wealthy people. The cuts would heavily impact millions of Latino families who rely on the popular program. After a powerful pushback from health care advocates, Republicans in districts with high enrollment claim the cuts will not hurt Medicaid enrollees.

The prelate of El Paso, Texas called for a march and vigil to protest the Trump administration’s plans for mass deportations. The vigil, joined by bishops of other countries, is also to remember St. Oscar Romero, the martyred archbishop of San Salvador.

For Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and as cancer tops the deaths among Latinos in the US, a leading colorectal surgeon discusses the alarming rise of colorectal cancer in younger adults, the importance of screening to detect cancer early and lifestyle changes to reduce cancer risk.

While California’s labor force is aging and many worry about chronic stagnation, a distinguished scholar says that Latinos, a young, hard-working and growing population, bring a bright spot for the state’s economy in the decades ahead.

Due to complaints from Texas legislators, who accuse Mexico of not complying with the delivery of waters from the Rio Grande, the Trump administration refused to release waters from the Colorado River to supply the city of Tijuana.

This week, Mexico celebrated two holidays: The anniversary of the Mexican Oil Expropriation, when President Lazaro Cardenas nationalized the entire oil industry and faced the threat of foreign companies and governments, and created the state-owned oil company PEMEX. And the Day of Benito Juarez, Mexico’s first indigenous president.

Pioneering civil rights leader Dolores Huerta reflects on the past three decades and talks about how Proposition 187 ended up spawning a generation of young Latino activists as well as the role grassroots organizing can play in overcoming fear and pitfalls in times of mass deportations.

As Trump escalates threats against US trading partners and as stocks continue falling, there is talk of a recession in 2025. How are tariffs impacting the US economy?

The Social Security Administration is undergoing a massive reorganization and up to half of its workforce could be laid off. What does this mean for seniors and disability benefits? And as Musk called Social Security “a Ponzi scheme” and Trump claims the program is a scam, what’s a myth and what’s true about Social Security?

Fearing detention and deportation, immigrant parents are inquiring about ways to get guardians for their children. What happens to a child if the parent is deported? Does guardianship override parental rights? How can I protect my child if I am detained or deported?

For Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and as cancer tops the deaths among Latinos in the US, a leading colorectal surgeon discusses the alarming rise of colorectal cancer in younger adults, the importance of screening to detect cancer early and lifestyle changes to reduce cancer risk.

The recent wildfires in Los Angeles hit Latinos harder than other communities. Thousands of Latino households, workers and small businesses ended up displaced and many without disaster plans or insurance coverage.

Five months into the term of the first woman president in Mexico, Mexicans went out to the streets in a global women’s rights protest on International Women’s Day.

Dolores Huerta, the iconic civil and labor rights leader, inspired audiences at a community event in San Francisco. She comments on the imperative need to fight against misogyny, racism, and homophobia and calls on people to boycott corporations that ended DEI practices.

Founded 25 years ago by educators Leticia and Juan Morales in Delano, the cradle of the farm worker movement, Mariachi Mestizo continues serving communities in the San Joaquin Valley as a seedbed of young, talented musicians. The ensemble has performed in such prestigious stages as Hollywood Bowl, Carnegie Hall, and the Kennedy Center.

The Republican-led Congress is threatening deep Medicaid cuts to fund President Trump’s plans for tax cuts and border security. At stake is health care coverage for about 80 million poor and disabled people, including millions of children.

Pioneering civil rights leader José Angel Gutiérrez talks about his recent novel “Dystopia and Derailment: Gringo Politics in the Building of Aztlán,” where he imagines the early steps towards creating Aztlán, a territory governed by Mexican Americans in South Texas.

In this special edition celebrating 30 years of Línea Abierta, pioneering civil rights leader Dolores Huerta reflects on the past three decades and talks about how Proposition 187 ended up spawning a generation of young Latino activists as well as the role grassroots organizing can play in overcoming fear and pitfalls in times of mass deportations.

Fearing detention and deportation, immigrant parents are inquiring about ways to get guardians for their children. What happens to a child if the parent is deported? Does guardianship override parental rights? How can I protect my child if I am detained or deported?

President Trump threatened to begin tariffs on Mexico and Canada this week. How is the threat of tariffs being used? How is Mexico responding? What would be the short and long term consequences of tariffs for Mexico and North America?

A day like today 30 years ago, Línea Abierta premiered at the gathering site of station members of the National Federation of Community Broadcasters in Albuquerque. Issues critical to immigrant communities, from Proposition 187 in California to the current national policy on mass deportations, have been a top focus of the service.

Tariffs on Mexico and Canada are expected to be enforced this week, even though US officials said the fate of the 25 percent levy could still be postponed. What’s the tariff plan? What are the reactions in the US?

President Trump addressed both chambers of Congress the night before to lay out his legislative agenda at a time when the continuing resolution is about to end. On March 14, the federal government will run out of money and Congress needs to pass another CR or a full budget for fiscal year 2025.

After contradictory comments, President Trump confirmed that 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada will go forward as scheduled. On the day the tariffs are set to go into effect, journalists report about reactions on both sides of the border.

In a time of widespread rumors of ICE raids, immigrants in the US fear that going to the store to cash checks or send money to loved ones is no longer safe. In response, advocates are finding ways to bank securely from the privacy of home and avoid the need to have in-person check cashing and remittance services.

This first in a special monthly series through summer 2025 will feature conversations with influential figures in politics, culture, science and health who have left an indelible mark on Línea Abierta’s service.

After the Trump Administration designated Mexican drug cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations, Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum sent a plan to Congress to crackdown against foreign intervention and US weapon traffickers.

This is the fourth program of “Sin Fronteras,” a special edition to serve audiences in Mexico City and other Mexican state capitals with breaking news and analysis about major developments impacting Latinos in the US. The DHS has ordered thousands of agents to focus on deporting people instead of drug cartels, and weapons and human trafficking, according to a major newspaper story.

The US Senate passed a budget resolution that would take money away from health care, student loans and food aid and to escalate funding for deportations and, later, tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy. The House votes this week on a reconciliation plan.

A day like today 30 years ago, Línea Abierta premiered at the gathering site of station members of the National Federation of Community Broadcasters in Albuquerque. Issues critical to immigrant communities, from Proposition 187 in California to the current national policy on mass deportations, have been a top focus of the service.

Pregnancy-related deaths in the US have increased 140% over the past three decades, with cardiovascular disease being the leading cause of complications. Specifically, preeclampsia, a severe form of high blood pressure during pregnancy, has been linked to significantly higher risks of cardiovascular disease later in life.

Línea Abierta, the first and still only Spanish-language news/talk program on the nation’s public airwaves, is celebrating 30 years on the air. For three decades, the program has been serving as a space where top Latino newsmakers engage in solution-oriented conversations with listeners from around the nation.

Iconic Mexican dancer and actress Tongolele passed away at 93. Born as Yolanda Montes in Spokane, WA, Tongolele broke into stardom at a young age by blending Tahitian and Afro-Cuban dance rhythms. Línea Abierta features a repeat of a program originally aired on September 9, 1998.

The US government officially designated six Mexican drug cartels as terrorist groups, an order that complies with an executive order signed by President Donald Trump during his first day in office a month ago.

This is the third program of “Sin Fronteras,” a special edition to serve audiences in Mexico City and other Mexican state capitals with breaking news and analysis about major developments impacting Latinos in the US.

Trump’s executive orders seeking mass deportations, carrying out heightened immigration operations, and stating that hospitals are no longer protected from ICE raids are already taking a toll on the health of immigrant families.

While President Trump promised voters that he would lower prices on Day 1, inflation rose in January. Eggs prices are rising and keep climbing amid reported shortages. Trade tariffs threaten to increase gas and energy costs. What’s ahead?

As ICE raids and deportations multiply around the country, immigrant workers and families hunker down at home in fear or seek out legal help from community groups.