Global November 2018

Migrant Caravan Pushes On Toward Mexico's Capital

The migrant caravan is currently traveling towards Mexico City where the group hopes to regroup, rest and seek medical care. At this time it is no clear how many individuals in the caravan might splinter off on their own, as well as what part of the United States border the caravan will eventually aim for once it completes its journey through Mexico.

Hispanic Community November 2018

Caravan Treated To Screening Of “Coco”

The caravan of immigrant asylum seekers traveling through Mexico was treated last week to an outdoor screening of “Coco” when the caravan stopped at an unfinished bus terminal-turned-shelter in the state of Oaxaca. Thanks to solar power, the goodwill of the townspeople and resources from the local government the migrant travelers found a safe place to sleep, eat and enjoy Pixar’s “Coco."

Global November 2018

What To Watch: After Turbulent Campaign, It's Up To Voters

Today, November 6, is election day for the midterm elections. A number of factors will be closely watched throughout the day including early voting, stakes for the House and Senate, the Year of the Woman, voting problems, and the Trump presidency and administration.

Global November 2018

National Voting System Faces Test On Election Day

Early voting for the 2018 midterm elections has revealed concerns with registration and voting systems nationwide. These include registration forms being tossed out due to clerical errors, as well as machines changing voter selections. Other concerns include last-minute court rulings regarding the handling of absentee ballots and voter ID requirements.

Global November 2018

Top 4 Latest Jobs On Hispanic Outlook’s Job Board

The top 4 featured jobs on Hispanic Outlook’s job board are from the University of Utah - College of Fine Arts; CSU Stanislaus; UAA Justice Center; and Swarthmore College. Positions include assistant professors and the chair of the Department of Film & Media Arts.

Hispanic Community November 2018

CSUSM To Increase Number Of Latino And Latina Teachers

California State University San Marcos has received a $2.7 million grant to increase the number of Latino and Latina teachers. Teachers across the nation do not measure up to the demographics of the students they are teaching including San Diego County. Hispanic students in particular make up 48 percent and only 20 percent reported their race or ethnicity according last year’s state data.

Global November 2018

Dem Gains Threaten Trump Agenda, Even Without 'Blue Wave'

Midterm Election Results: Democrats have regained control of the House of Representatives. Republicans have added to its edge in the Senate. The next in line to become the new speaker of the House is Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi of California.

Global November 2018

Divisive Trump Era Ushers Record Number Of Women Into House

The midterm elections were widely viewed as a referendum on President Donald Trump’s first term. One of the results of the election were a record number of women being elected to the House of Representatives. According to data compiled by AP, 237 women ran for the House as major-party candidates.

Global November 2018

Ohio Woman Sent To Prison For $1.8M College Loan Scheme

Janice Shufford of Akron has been sentenced to federal prison for nearly seven years for her role in a $1.8 million college loan scheme. The scheme involved enrolling inmates and people who had their identities stolen at Maricopa Community College in Arizona.

Health Care November 2018

Rutgers Receives $4.2M Federal Grant

The Rutgers School of Health Professions has just received a $4.2 million federal grant. In conjunction with a new effort by the U.S. Department Health and Human Services to improve mental health services nationwide, the grant will train mental health practitioners.

Legal November 2018

With New Justice Official, Fate Of Russia Probe In Question

With Matthew Whitaker become the new acting attorney general after Jeff Sessions was pushed out of office, concerns are rising over the future of Robert Mueller’s Russia probe. Whitaker has questioned the scope of the inquiry and spoken publicly about ways an attorney general could stymie the investigation.

Global November 2018

13 Dead Including Gunman In Shooting At Bar’s “College Night”

A gunman killed 12 people before killing himself at the Borderline Bar & Grill in Southern California. The attack occurred during “college night” at the bar, and the Borderline Bar & Grill is a popular hangout for California Lutheran University students.

Global November 2018

Whittier Union Selected As A ‘Bright Spot’ District

The Whittier Union High School District has been selected as a “Bright Spot” honoree by the Education Trust for its work with disadvantaged students. The district is being recognized for its work closing opportunity and achievement gaps, advancing equity and strengthening the pipeline for students who have been traditionally underrepresented.

Hispanic Community November 2018

Former Mexican President Ernesto Zedillo To Speak At Brown

Ernesto Zedillo, a former president of Mexico, will be speaking today (November 12) at Brown University at the school’s campus in Providence, Rhode Island. The free event is open to the pubic and will also be streamed on the university’s website.

Global November 2018

Amazon Splits HQ Between New York And Northern Virginia

The online retailer Amazon has officially announced that it will split it’s second headquarters between northern Virginia and New York. Specifically, the Virginia location will be in Arlington, and the New York headquarters will be in Long Island City. Amazon is also opening an operations hub in Nashville.