Global October 2019

Census Bureau Seeks Citizenship Info

State data, including driver’s license information, is being sought by the U.S. Census Bureau. It has also made a new request regarding recipients of government assistance.

Hispanic Community October 2019

Ecuador Crisis Weakens President

Ecuador’s President Lenín Moreno has signed a decree that will return gas prices to subsidized levels. This comes one day after he struck a deal to cancel an austerity package.

Global October 2019

From ‘Desperate Housewives’ To Inmate

Felicity Huffman has reported to federal prison to start serving her two-week sentence. Huffman pleaded guilty to fraud and conspiracy in a college admissions scam.

Global October 2019

Mulvaney: "That's Why We Held Up The Money"

During a press briefing Mick Mulvaney indicated that a quid pro quo was at play for the military aid to Ukraine. He later issued a statement that there was no quid pro quo.

Arts and Media October 2019

16 Student Academy Award Winners Honored

The 2019 Student Academy Awards recently honored 16 college and university student filmmakers who are now eligible to compete in the 2020 Academy Awards.

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.

Health Care October 2019

Washington U. Receives $7.6M

Washington University has received a $7.6 million grant to help fund creation of the St. Louis-based university's Implementation Science Center for Cancer Control.

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.

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.

Global October 2019

California Wildfire Forces Evacuations

A wildfire that has grown to 15 square miles (10,000 acres) has forced evacuations north of San Francisco in Sonoma County.

Hispanic Community October 2019

What Is Behind Latin American Protests?

A wave of protests that often lead to violence and fires is surging across Latin America and the Caribbean with economic factors being a common thread.

Technology October 2019

Facebook Launches A News Section

Facebook announced that it is launching a news tab in its mobile app that will feature headlines from news organizations. It also announced that it will pay publishers for headlines.

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.

Global October 2019

California Wildfires Erupt In LA

Wildfires forced thousands to flee their homes. Areas impacted include Sonoma County and Los Angeles. Mount Saint Mary's University evacuated 450 students from its Chalon campus.

Hispanic Community October 2019

Aftermath Of Oct. 17 Gunbattles

Residents of Culiacan, Mexico, are still coming to grips with the recent deadly gunbattles in which hundreds of gunmen blockaded intersections and bridges, and set vehicles aflame.