Global October 2019

Will US Require DNA From Asylum-Seekers?

Amended regulations require the majority of migrants crossing the border between official entry points to give DNA samples, which would be added to an FBI database.

Global October 2019

Trudeau Wins; 10 Things To Know

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has won a second term. Hyperinflation in Venezuela has lead to a barter system where motorists are paying for gas with things like candy and cigarettes.

Health Care October 2019

More Immunization Rates Drop

Immunization rates for rubella, mumps and measles has continued to decline among kindergarteners, according to data from Connecticut health officials.

Hispanic Community October 2019

Trump 2020 Targeting Hispanic Vote

The reelection campaign for President Donald Trump is seeking the Hispanic vote in nontraditional places such as Pennsylvania. The campaign is also focusing on key swing states.

Hispanic Community October 2019

In Mexico, 'Green Gold' Brings Violence

Soaring consumption of avocados in the United States has helped raise parts of western Mexico out of poverty but has also attracted gangs and cartels.

Global October 2019

Internet Excited For ‘One Day At A Time’

Fans online are excited that the writers’ room for “One Day at a Time” has been assembled. New cartoon from Nickelodeon will center on a multigenerational Mexican American family.

Financing October 2019

RCC Receives $3M Developing HSI Grant

Rockland Community College has received the largest grant in their 60-year history from the U.S. Department of Education.

Global October 2019

Weight-Loss Surgery For Preteens?

The American Academy of Pediatrics is saying weight-loss surgery is beneficial for some severely obese preteens. President Donald Trump was booed at The World Series.

Hispanic Community October 2019

Argentina’s Election Results

Alberto Fernández defeated incumbent President Mauricio Macri. Fernández had 48.1% of the votes. Macri had 40.4%. Almost 97% of the votes have been counted.

Financing October 2019

NC Restoring Law Regarding Scholarships

A law that would allow the University of North Carolina system campuses to award full athletic scholarship to out-of-state students is one step closer to being restored.

Hispanic Community October 2019

Update On Protections For Salvadorans

The U.S. has extended temporary protection status for one more year for citizens of El Salvador who are in the United States. This decision impacts 200,000 Salvadorans.

Hispanic Community October 2019

Fresh Protests, Looting Erupt In Chile

Although Chile’s president, Sebastián Piñera, replaced eight key Cabinet ministers with more centrist figures, looting and protests continue to erupt.

Health Care October 2019

Purdue Pharma Paid CEO $9M

According to financial documents, Purdue Pharma paid its CEO $9 million in the year before it filed for bankruptcy. The company also paid nearly $4 million to its board chairman.

Legal October 2019

Immigrant Health Insurance Lawsuit

The U.S. is being sued about the Trump administration rule that requires foreign spouses and parents of Americans to prove they can afford health care before they get visas.

Global November 2019

Day Of The Dead; Top 5 Headlines

A recent article explains the Day of the Dead’s history and traditions. Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez donated a year’s worth of food to an elementary school.