Chelsea overflow shelter is ‘La Casita’ to migrant families in need
Advocates say the Chelsea shelter has become a successful model for housing migrant families and offering comprehensive services on site.
Five years after landmark criminal justice reform, prison racial disparities widen in Mass.
Five years after Massachusetts passed sweeping criminal justice reform legislation, a new report released on January 17 shows key improvements in the
Boston’s Latine Drag Community
BOSTON — Her sets are energetic and her crowdwork is unapologetically salacious. You might find her in a bright pink
Harvard Professor Addresses Language Barriers in Medical Care
BOSTON—Born to Dominican immigrant parents in a low-income neighborhood in Brooklyn, Gezzer Ortega never thought he would be working with
Artist Diego Delmar And Community Partners Bring Holiday Joy To Jamaica Plain
JAMAICA PLAIN—The First Baptist Church in Jamaica Plain became a canvas for the enchanting light show “Magic in Your House,”—created
New Executive Order Addresses Governmental Language Barriers
BOSTON—This past year, lawmakers have filed a variety of bills pointing to language barriers among state services, calling for an
How We Cover Democracy: LNN’s Promise
One year ago, the Latino News Network pivoted its coverage to focus on local Hispanic / Latino communities’ relationships and involvement
Dance instructor uses Brazilian Zouk to challenge cultural norms, inspire peace
When all distractions fade away, the soothing flow of Brazilian Zouk dancing takes hold of José Cuadra. Tilting his head
Author Jennifer De Leon details her new book “Borderless,” being Latina, and feeling like an ‘imposter’
Jennifer De Leon was preparing for her creative writing class in 2010, rummaging through her bag, when a student approached
Why one man says ‘speaking’ for the trees can address inequity in Boston
When you think about trees, a few things probably come to mind: the bristling of their leaves in the wind,
Boston startup YUNG DUMME raises awareness on community violence
ROXBURY—As snow gently fell onto the Roxbury Community College campus, the smell of burger patties and hot dogs wafted into
Sazón De MA: Yely’s Restaurant
At Yely’s, patrons get a taste of the Dominican Republic.