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Did you know Martin Luther King visited Puerto Rico?
King had another connection with Puerto Rico: He was friends with the legendary Puerto Rican baseball player Roberto Clemente. Martin Luther King Jr.’s fight for social justice not only resonated with the Black community, but also with Latinos. The activist visited...
FL Senate president: ‘Medicaid expansion is not going to happen’
The announcement from the Senate’s Republican leader generated a swift response from Florida Democratic leaders, who want to increase healthcare coverage for low-income residents.
Netflix viewers love Latino-led shows like ‘Wednesday’ and ‘La Reina del Sur,’ report finds
Latin artists Jenna Ortega, Kate del Castillo, Jennifer Lopez, Gabriel Luna, J.R. Ramirez, and Carolina Miranda have starred in these top shows and films.
Florida home insurance premiums are devastating residents
Legislation signed by Gov. DeSantis has fueled the home insurance crisis in Florida, leaving homeowners struggling to find affordable policies and worrying claims won’t be approved.
DeSantis’ Veto of Federal Funds Costs Floridians $354 Million
The Republican governor’s veto represents a loss for energy saving programs that would have directly benefited Florida taxpayers struggling with high electricity bills.
DC Superhero Film ‘Blue Beetle’ Celebrates Latino Culture
Puerto Rican director Ángel Manuel Soto convinced DC Studios to shoot the main scenes in Puerto Rico, so that many of the locations will be familiar to Boricuas.
Democratic State Senate Candidate Carmen Torres: ‘It’s About the People of Florida’
The longtime activist and Democratic candidate for the Florida Senate explains how the Republican supermajority in Tallahassee is affecting average Floridians, and what needs to be done to rescue the Sunshine State from the growing affordability crisis.
Farmers Insurance Pulls Out of Florida, Leaving 100,000 Homeowners to Scramble for Alternatives
The company is the fourth insurance firm to pull out of Florida in the past year, leaving homeowners scrambling for solutions in the state with the highest property insurance premiums in the country.
Florida Leads Nation in People Removed from Medicaid After Pandemic-Era Rule Ends
Nearly 250,000 people across the state have lost their health care coverage, mostly due to administrative reasons. This has generated strong pushback from President Joe Biden’s administration.
What ‘Make America Florida’ Might Actually Mean
Gov. Ron DeSantis has argued that Florida is thriving and is the freest state in the country, but the data and evidence suggests otherwise.
Most Floridians Disapprove of State’s Direction, DeSantis’ Approval Rating Drops by 19 Points in New Poll
Is the Sunshine State barreling down the wrong track? After the 2023 Legislative Session, a significant majority of the state’s electorate believes this to be true.
11 Summer Festivals Across the US to Check Out on Your Next Vacation
Bounce researched some of the best festivals to attend during your summer break, using Google deep-dives, Tripadvisor, Outside magazine, and various blogs. The 11 activities listed here give you the opportunity to take part in an amazing summer vacation experience in nearly every corner of the country.
Wilkins ofrecerá concierto en Florida después de 17 años
El artista cantará sus éxitos más conocidos y algunos de su disco número 50, que saldrá al mercado este año.
¿Has pensado volver a la Isla? El productor Edwin Ocasio lo hizo por estas razones.
Después de tener éxito con su compañía teatral en Florida Central, el productor sentía que faltaba algo y ahora está de vuelta en la Isla.
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Calls Florida Immigration Bill ‘Inhumane’ and ‘Outrageous’
Republicans filed the proposal that could be the nation’s strongest crackdown on illegal immigration.
‘Ron DeSantis Is Putting Us in Danger’: Gun Safety Activists Criticize Open Carry Bill
Florida requires 1,200 hours of training to obtain a license to cut hair. If permitless carry becomes law, the state will require zero hours of training for people to carry a loaded firearm in public.
Meet the Boricua Luchadoras Who Fight for Our Communities
To commemorate International Women’s Day this year, we celebrate three outstanding Floricua women who continue to inspire us all.
5 Great Spots to Enjoy the Best Live Music in Miami
With Latinos en la casa and a fun mix of rockers, classic virtuosos and jazz enthusiasts, Miami serves some of the hottest live music around. Here are some venues you might want to explore!
Days Are Numbered for Voceteo in Kissimmee
City leaders approved changes to the city’s noise ordinance after a rise in complaints.
Majority of Puerto Ricans in Florida Did Not Vote for DeSantis, Data Shows
The analysis included data from Orange and Osceola counties, focusing primarily on the 50 precincts with the highest Puerto Rican voter density.
Alex Berrios to Run for Florida Democratic Chair
The organizer said his on-the-ground experience would deliver important change to the state’s political party. He thinks Latinos in Florida are tired of seeing candidates that don’t look or sound like them.
Democrat Secures Funds to Promote Latino-Founded Companies in Tampa Bay Area
The program focuses on high-growth tech startups founded by Latino entrepreneurs and will be recruiting 20 to 25 eligible startups to join the initiative.
DeSantis Blasted by House Democrats for ‘Not Speaking to the People’ in Inaugural Speech
The governor promised to keep fighting the so-called “woke” ideology, while Democrats blasted him for failing to address the real issues that families are struggling with, like rising rents, healthcare affordability, and skyrocketing prices.
Neo-Nazi Group Protests Outside Drag Event in Lakeland
Shouts of “Heil, Hitler!” were heard, as extremist related incidents continue to rise across Florida.
Biden’s Plan Will Wipe out Student Loan Debt for Half of All Latino Borrowers
The secretary of education said debt relief will mean money in the pockets for the Latino communities.
Florida Dems Firm on Gun Safety: ‘A Future Without Violence’
With the state ranking #2 in mass shootings, gun violence is a particularly powerful issue in Florida, where two of the deadliest mass shootings in recent years have occurred.
Solicitan empleados electorales bilingües para las elecciones de medio término en Florida
Las personas interesadas trabajarán con las oficinas electorales y recibirán un sueldo por ayudar a los electores de habla hispana en el proceso de votación.
Meet the Puerto Ricans Who Won in the Primary
Robert Asencio, Anthony Nieves, and Maribel Gómez Cordero are among the Puerto Ricans and Latinos who received the most votes on Tuesday.
2020 Census Overcounted 174,000 People in Puerto Rico
This error could impact the allocation of federal funds to the island.