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By Carolina Cruz– Deborah Deras “Inspiration, inspired to take action.” That is Deborah Deras’ definition of what her life is. Deborah Deras, of Columbian descent, is the co-founder and CEO of Synergy Unlimited, a professional development training company that provides...

Latina with a voice

By Natalia Avilez – Natalie Oliveri Whether she is sitting at a piano composing chords, writing songs for her next album or working with one of the many musical groups in the Chicago area; Natalie Oliveri “is” a Latina with a voice. From R&B, oldies, hip-hop,...

MGLEZ: Art Tribute to the Memory &

By Jennifer Patiño– Due to a positive response from the Chicago community, the display of “MGLEZ: Art Tribute to the Memory & Life of Martha Gonzalez” will be extended until Jan. 12 at Kristoffer’s Café in Pilsen. It was near this café, at the intersection...

The Hinojosa sound

By Angelica Jimenez– Tish Hinojosa American music has roots in country, rhythm and blues, folk, rock and roll and jazz. San Antonio artist Tish Hinojosa seamlessly weaves together these musical traditions along with Mexican and Tejano music to create a sound all her own. Hinojosa...

The face of secure communities

By Angelica Jimenez– photo courtesy of Jesus Mario Contreras "Not My Mom" Driving home exhausted from a long day of work at 11:00 p.m. eager to tuck her daughter into bed and get a good night’s rest, Susana found herself in the last place she’d ever expect–behind...

Feria del Alfeñique 2010

By Andrea Arzaba–Hello! Yesterday I went to my town’s Alfeñique Fair. I am writing an article about this traditional festivity, where we prepare ourselves for celebrating the Day of the Dead! I’ll be posting the whole article with many interesting stories from the traditional...

U.S. & Mexico: A shared border and

By Angelica Jimenez– The state of our nation post-Arizona’s passage of SB 1070 has been one of chaos and panic. And with other efforts to tear away at pieces of the 14th amendment, the immigration debate has renewed focus on the U.S.-Mexico border. The relationship between...

The power of words knows no boundaries

By Angelica Jimenez– Mexico is known for being one of the most dangerous countries in the world for journalists. Killings, kidnappings and plotted murder attempts against journalists would easily dissuade even the most courageous individuals. But blogger and journalism student...

¿Qué pasa cuando el resultado de la ma

By Fabiola Pomerada–La Raza Foto cortesía de La Raza En Illinois residen más de 300,000 mujeres mayores de 40 años sin seguro médico, las cuales son elegibles para recibir mamografías gratis bajo el programa de cáncer de seno del estado. No obstante, dicho programa...

Art with a touch of style

By Natalia Avilez – When it comes to designing art with personality, this Latina has perfected her craft. Sarah Rosado, 28, is a Hispanic-American illustrator that has managed to incorporate her life, personality and humor in her work. Inspired by her aunt and uncle, both artists...

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