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SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Southern California sisters face losing mom to brain cancer, father to deportation

A Big Bear handyman faces deportation while his wife battles Stage 4 brain cancer, prompting their daughters to seek legal assistance.
NYC parents
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Immigrant mothers separated from U.S. citizen children

The current administration has deported mothers at twice the rate of the previous administration, resulting in 11,000 children separated from their mothers.
#higher-education
Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants' race

A federal judge halted data collection efforts by the Trump administration regarding race in college admissions, citing rushed implementation and potential privacy risks.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
20 hours ago

A librarian was fired for refusing to hide LGBTQ+ books from kids. Then something amazing happened. - LGBTQ Nation

Library director Luanne James was fired for refusing to remove LGBTQ+ books from youth access, sparking significant community support and fundraising efforts.
Miami
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The Gueras Aliadas': How two American women are helping locate migrants lost in the ICE labyrinth

Fernanda's father was detained by ICE, prompting her to seek help through social media to locate him.
LGBT
fromGothamist
1 day ago

NYC's LGBTQIA+ office leader poised to tackle 'entrenched disparities'

New York City opens its first office for LGBTQIA+ Affairs, led by civil rights attorney Taylor Brown, the highest-ranking openly trans person in city government.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Nurses Forge Alliances to Protect Patients From Trump's Immigration Crackdown

Nurses demand the abolition of ICE and improved patient rights protections in healthcare settings.
Miami food
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

The tired faces of Cuban deportees to Mexico: I'm already old, I don't want to die here'

Deported migrants from the U.S. face dire conditions in Tapachula, struggling to survive and longing to return home.
#cesar-chavez
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Oakland library commission takes first step in renaming Cesar E. Chavez Branch

Lawmakers are considering renaming locations named after César Chávez following serious sexual assault allegations against him.
Social justice
fromTruthout
5 days ago

It's Not Just Huerta. For Many Survivors, Silence Seems Like the Only Option.

Sexual abuse within movements, exemplified by Cesar Chavez, must be addressed to foster change and protect survivors' dignity.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Board grapples with renaming Cesar Chavez school following rape reports

Ravenswood School Board is considering renaming a middle school previously named after Cesar Chavez due to recent allegations against him.
fromFast Company
5 days ago
Social justice

Cesar Chavez supporters face the painful question of what to do with the labor leader's legacy

SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

LAUSD moves to strip Cesar Chavez's name from two campuses and change focus of holiday

LAUSD board will vote to remove César Chávez's name from two campuses due to sexual abuse allegations against him.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Oakland library commission takes first step in renaming Cesar E. Chavez Branch

Lawmakers are considering renaming locations named after César Chávez following serious sexual assault allegations against him.
Social justice
fromTruthout
5 days ago

It's Not Just Huerta. For Many Survivors, Silence Seems Like the Only Option.

Sexual abuse within movements, exemplified by Cesar Chavez, must be addressed to foster change and protect survivors' dignity.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Board grapples with renaming Cesar Chavez school following rape reports

Ravenswood School Board is considering renaming a middle school previously named after Cesar Chavez due to recent allegations against him.
fromFast Company
5 days ago
Social justice

Cesar Chavez supporters face the painful question of what to do with the labor leader's legacy

SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

LAUSD moves to strip Cesar Chavez's name from two campuses and change focus of holiday

LAUSD board will vote to remove César Chávez's name from two campuses due to sexual abuse allegations against him.
California
fromKqed
2 days ago

New Citizens Reflect on State of US at Naturalization Ceremony | KQED

California's snowpack is at 18% of average, raising concerns for an early fire season despite reservoirs being above historic averages.
#nyc-public-schools
fromBronx Times
2 days ago
Education

NYC Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels visits the Bronx on 'Our Schools. Our Future' tour focusing on the future of public schools - Bronx Times

Education
fromBronx Times
2 days ago

NYC Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels visits the Bronx on 'Our Schools. Our Future' tour focusing on the future of public schools - Bronx Times

Student voices are essential for safety and decision-making in NYC public schools.
Education
fromChalkbeat
3 days ago

P.S. Weekly Season 3 Trailer is here: NYC students speak out on education

Chalkbeat New York's newsletter offers essential news about NYC's public schools, featuring student perspectives on critical education issues.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

BU rally pushes back on Pride flag removals, calls for policy change

The rally, held at 1 Silber Way, was organized by Terrier Courage, a group that has collected more than 2,000 signatures on a petition urging the university to reconsider its rules on displays on public-facing windows and walls.
Boston
Austin
fromThe Texas Tribune
3 days ago

Texas upends life for undocumented immigrants, DACA recipients

Texas Republicans have enacted laws severely restricting noncitizens' access to essential services and opportunities, creating widespread fear and uncertainty.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

Increased representation of Black judges leads to fairer judicial outcomes and reduces racial disparities in sentencing.
#diversity
#immigration
fromURL Media
4 days ago
Law

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

fromBolts
5 days ago
NYC politics

To Get Ahead of ICE, New York Leaders Learn from Other States and Cities

fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
US politics

ICE choked teen & called him gay for crying, out Rep. Robert Garcia hears in emotional testimony - LGBTQ Nation

U.S. citizens, including children, face increasing violence and abuse from immigration enforcement agents under the Trump administration's policies.
Higher education
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

How Can Universities Protect Their Immigrant Students?

Karla Vásquez Perez, a naturalized citizen and scholar, overcame challenges as a first-generation immigrant to graduate from UCLA with a triple degree.
Law
fromURL Media
4 days ago

For Asian Immigrants in NYC, Legal Help Remains Out of Reach With Life-Altering Consequences

Mohan's deportation highlights systemic issues in immigration legal services for Asian immigrants in New York City.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Most California voters still disapprove of Trump's immigration crackdown, poll shows

Two-thirds of California voters disapprove of Trump's immigration policies, with concerns about potential detentions affecting many families.
NYC politics
fromBolts
5 days ago

To Get Ahead of ICE, New York Leaders Learn from Other States and Cities

Local officials are preparing for potential ICE operations in public spaces, emphasizing immigrant protection policies amid federal enforcement actions.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

ICE choked teen & called him gay for crying, out Rep. Robert Garcia hears in emotional testimony - LGBTQ Nation

U.S. citizens, including children, face increasing violence and abuse from immigration enforcement agents under the Trump administration's policies.
Higher education
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

How Can Universities Protect Their Immigrant Students?

Karla Vásquez Perez, a naturalized citizen and scholar, overcame challenges as a first-generation immigrant to graduate from UCLA with a triple degree.
fromCity & State NY
5 days ago

Ruben Diaz Jr. says Latinas from the Bronx are ready to take charge

Bronx politics has changed dramatically over the past 20 years. Since 2006, only Carl Heastie, Jeff Dinowitz, and maybe Jose M. Serrano remain elected. The demographic shift is evident, with areas like Throggs Neck and Morris Park now represented by Latino women, reflecting a growing Latino population, particularly Dominicans.
NYC politics
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

The Rise of a Spanish-Language News Influencer

Espina humorously admitted to oversleeping on a significant news day, stating, 'Breaking news, mi gente! I can't believe it.' His videos celebrated Maduro's fall but also expressed concern about the complexities of the situation.
US Elections
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Big change for California small businesses: No more SBA loans for non-citizens

Green-card holders are now ineligible for SBA loans, impacting immigrant entrepreneurs and potentially harming job creation and the economy.
New York Islanders
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Prep talk: Verdugo Hills point guard creates nonprofit to empower fellow Armenian students

Alexander Kasumyan founded NAYI to empower Armenian youth in business and innovation while leading Verdugo Hills to a championship.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

How a Dexter' Star Is Singing Her Way Through Spanish Harlem

Luna Lauren Velez maintains her Puerto Rican roots while thriving in Hollywood, known for roles in 'New York Undercover' and 'Dexter'.
fromHyperallergic
4 days ago

Tonika Lewis Johnson: Segregation and How to Disrupt It

Tonika Lewis Johnson's Folded Map Project connects residents known as 'map twins' who live on the same street name but miles apart, revealing structural inequality and personal commonality.
Arts
Los Angeles
fromKqed
6 days ago

Marching for Immigrant Rights, 20 Years Ago and Today | KQED

The 2006 immigrant rights marches in Los Angeles galvanized Latino organizing and continue to inspire current activism against anti-immigration policies.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

NHCA builds bridges between construction workforce, real estate

Real estate and construction connections enhance client service and education, particularly through partnerships and reliable contractor referrals.
#birthright-citizenship
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

How a SCOTUS decision on birthright citizenship could impact education access

Birthright citizenship, established by the 14th Amendment, is under threat from a Supreme Court case that could affect millions of U.S.-born children.
Social justice
fromKqed
4 days ago

As Supreme Court Weighs Birthright Citizenship, SF Advocates Are Ready to Stand Up | KQED

The Supreme Court is reviewing a case that could redefine birthright citizenship established by the 14th Amendment.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

How a SCOTUS decision on birthright citizenship could impact education access

Birthright citizenship, established by the 14th Amendment, is under threat from a Supreme Court case that could affect millions of U.S.-born children.
Social justice
fromKqed
4 days ago

As Supreme Court Weighs Birthright Citizenship, SF Advocates Are Ready to Stand Up | KQED

The Supreme Court is reviewing a case that could redefine birthright citizenship established by the 14th Amendment.
Higher education
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Judge blocks Trump administration demand for race, GPA data of California college applicants

A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's request for extensive applicant data from public universities in California and 16 other states.
#education
Education
fromKqed
2 days ago

Beloved San Jose Charter School Faces Potential Closure | KQED

There is a national shortage of credentialed teachers affecting compliance in schools, including East Side Unified School District.
Higher education
fromFortune
5 days ago

This billionaire is quietly giving away free college to 800,000 people | Fortune

ModernStates.org provides free college credit opportunities through CLEP exams, reaching 800,000 people without advertising.
Education
fromKqed
2 days ago

Beloved San Jose Charter School Faces Potential Closure | KQED

There is a national shortage of credentialed teachers affecting compliance in schools, including East Side Unified School District.
Higher education
fromFortune
5 days ago

This billionaire is quietly giving away free college to 800,000 people | Fortune

ModernStates.org provides free college credit opportunities through CLEP exams, reaching 800,000 people without advertising.
Madrid food
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

My Complicated Relationship With English As A Latino During The Trump Era

Many Mexican Americans, especially third-generation, struggle with Spanish due to historical pressures to assimilate and not teach the language.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

'We call it the walking bus': How kids are getting to school amid ICE operations

Immigration enforcement actions have increased fear among residents in Democratic-run cities, impacting families and children significantly.
SF LGBT
fromBronx Times
4 days ago

'You saved my life': How one Bronx social worker helps transgender patients recover with dignity - Bronx Times

Asha Lyons provides vital support to transgender patients during recovery, emphasizing the importance of visibility and care in their journeys.
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

The Venezuelan migrants stranded in Miami: We want to leave the US but we can't'

They want to self-deport: they packed their bags, bought their tickets, and showed up at the airport to leave. And yet, they couldn't board the plane.
Miami food
fromWomen's Health
5 days ago

They Were Told Wrestling Was Only for Boys. Now, This NYC Club Is Proving Girls Can Fight for Their Futures.

When I step onto the mat, I feel fear, but I remember the countless hours spent in training that helped unearth strength I didn't know I had.
Women
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Has Legal Industry Upheaval Changed Your Career Goals? - Above the Law

Law firms are seeking reader input on career goals amid AI-driven uncertainty.
Higher education
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

These California high schools defy typical UC admissions patterns

California's UC acceptance rates for in-state applicants reached a nine-year high, with Mission High School leading in UC Berkeley admissions.
Education
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Skyline High School has 17 AP classes. Castlemont has 0. OUSD has a serious college prep gap

AP classes have become essential for college preparation and competitive admissions, with significant growth in enrollment and influence over the past decades.
Social justice
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Farmworkers conflicted on former Cesar Chavez Day: 'You can only judge a living person'

Farmworkers Day replaces Césár Chávez Day in response to allegations against Chávez, aiming to honor agricultural workers' contributions.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

DACA recipient returns to U.S. after judge finds she was unlawfully deported

A federal judge allowed a Mexican woman to return to the U.S. after her unlawful deportation despite her DACA enrollment.
SF LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

8 unapologetically trans-owned businesses redefining fashion, art, and more - LGBTQ Nation

Trans individuals significantly influence culture and deserve visibility and support, especially through trans-owned businesses.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Century 21 CEO: Adding Latino agents is key to serving demand

Century 21's Empowering Latinas program focuses on scholarships and recruiting to reflect local community demographics in the housing market.
US politics
fromAxios
1 week ago

"Undeniable harm": When ICE comes to town, students stay home

ICE operations have significantly increased student absenteeism in schools, particularly among Hispanic communities, causing long-term trauma and developmental harm.
fromThe Conversation
3 weeks ago

Young Latinos - and their commitment to social justice - are shaping the future of the Catholic Church

On Ash Wednesday, 2026, two Roman Catholic priests and a religious sister entered an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Broadview, Illinois, to celebrate Mass with detainees inside. It might seem like a simple, routine event: a religious service to mark the start of Lent. But the Mass represented a legal win for the Coalition for Spiritual and Public Leadership, based in Chicago.
Philosophy
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

What Americans Can Learn From Immigrants

Prioritizing relationships, shared meals, and community over efficiency significantly increases happiness and well-being across all age groups.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

NAHREP panel tackles supply, state of Hispanic homeownership

Latinos showed unexpected net gains in housing despite economic challenges, influenced by immigration enforcement and demographic advantages.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

School district stands up for trans students after Trump threatens funding - LGBTQ Nation

Colorado's Jefferson County Public Schools refused Trump administration demands to eliminate trans student protections, joining other districts resisting transphobic federal pressure.
NYC parents
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

State Schools Leader Urges ICE to Return Deported Deaf Child to California | KQED

ICE deported a Colombian mother and her deaf son despite ongoing legal avenues for asylum protection, separating the child from critical medical care and education.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

On Chavez, People, and Power

A respected figure was revealed to have caused harm to vulnerable individuals, prompting a call for accountability and reflection on past actions and movements.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Law School Graduates Gifted $10K For Finishing Law School - Above the Law

Anonymous donors gifted $10,000 to each of the 154 graduates of Indiana University Bloomington Maurer School of Law to alleviate student loan debt.
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Mayor Mamdani expands NYC scholarship program to include undergraduate degrees

"Our city advances when our workers can too. By connecting city workers to undergraduate and graduate educations, we're empowering the next generation of civil servants who act ambitiously, think creatively and believe firmly in government's ability to improve the lives of working people."
Higher education
Social justice
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

The Overlooked Crisis Facing Immigrants With Disabilites

Gregory Javier Laguna and his brother have been detained for almost five months after being wrongfully accused of attempted theft.
Higher education
fromPoynter
5 days ago

Student journalists are often on their own. I built a network to change that. - Poynter

A regional network of student newspapers was created to support collaboration and resource sharing among student-run publications in Philadelphia.
Higher education
fromAxios
5 days ago

Scoop: Rahm Emanuel announces plan to divert ICE money to community colleges

Emanuel proposes diverting 20% of ICE detention funding to community colleges to prioritize education over detention.
Higher education
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Trump's Immigration Crackdown Hurts More Than Just International Students

International student enrollment in U.S. research programs has significantly decreased due to tighter visa restrictions and lack of support.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Uncommon New York City Students Receive Full Rides to Top Colleges * Brooklyn Paper

Five Uncommon Schools Brooklyn seniors won 2025 QuestBridge National College Match full four-year scholarships covering tuition, housing, travel, and books to top colleges.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Rate partners with Alianza to expand bilingual mortgage education

Homeownership education is most effective when it is delivered in trusted spaces and in the language families are most comfortable using, said Victor Ciardelli, CEO of Rate. Alianza brings families together through sport, culture and community. This partnership allows us to meet families where they already are and provide practical tools that support long-term financial confidence. Alianza events serve as a hub for Latino youth soccer and family engagement.
Real estate
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
3 weeks ago

States Step In to Support Minority-Serving Institutions

Institutions want to be recognized for the great work they're doing. What [the recognition] would say to the public, to the students, to our community, is that we don't just enroll a certain percentage of students. We also produce successful outcomes for those students.
Higher education
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

A university professor of Spanish descent in the days of ICE: A foreigner in his own country

Racialized language and legal shifts enable federal and bureaucratic practices that single out non-Anglo people for surveillance, enforcement, and exclusion.
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