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NBC 5, Telemundo Chicago to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Coming off this weekend’s live broadcast of the “26th Street Mexican Independence Day Parade” on Telemundo Chicago and the NBC 5 Chicago News 24/7 live streaming channel, NBC 5 Chicago and Telemundo Chicago will deliver even more dedicated Hispanic Heritage Month content, including profiles on local Hispanic leaders and businesses, features on healthcare advocacy and advancement, education, arts & entertainment,...
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Only in Chicago: Rich Mexican culture, history thrives in Little Village
In Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood, the vibrant culture and atmosphere spearheaded from the area’s longstanding Mexican community is immediately apparent. NBC Chicago’s Lexi Sutter has more,
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Latina author is latest addition to Barbie Inspiring Women Series
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Mattel has added internationally known Latina author and activist Isabel Allende to its Barbie Inspiring Women Series.
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Hispanic Heritage Month puts diversity and culture at the forefront
Huge celebrations across the U.S. are expected to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, an annual tradition that showcases the awe-inspiring diversity and culture of Hispanic people. Celebrated each year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the month is a chance for many in the U.S. to learn about and celebrate the contributions of Hispanics. According to census figures, there are...
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Latina Expo gets underway at Malcolm X College
With Hispanic Heritage Month soon beginning, the seventh annual Latina Expo at Chicago’s Malcolm X College got underway Friday. NBC Chicago’s Natalie Martinez reports.
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5 myths about Hispanic household wealth debunked
2024 The State of Hispanic Wealth Report, a publication of both NAHREP and the Hispanic Wealth Project, addresses the misconceptions that fuel misleading narratives about Hispanic economic contributions. It debunks these myths with data-driven insights to better understand and encourage greater investment in Hispanic businesses and communities.
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Temple or museum? How Diego Rivera designed a place to honor Mexico's pre-Hispanic art
In the 1940s, Mexican artist Diego Rivera had a dream: to build a sacred place to preserve and display his lifelong collection of pre-Hispanic art.
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Telemundo Chicago, NBC 5 to offer live coverage of 26th Street Mexican Independence Day Parade
To kick off National Hispanic Heritage Month, Telemundo Chicago – The NEW broadcasting home of the 26th Street Mexican Independence Day Parade – will carry the annual celebratory event LIVE on Sunday, September 15 beginning at 12 NOON CT. Featuring more than 100 floats, over 3,000 participants/volunteers, and over 400,000 attendees, The Little Village Chamber of Commerce’s annual event has...
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Quinceañeras for boys? How Gen Z is reinventing the traditionally gendered Latino celebration
The Quinceañero tradition can be traced back to the Aztec civilization when a kid’s 14th marked when they mastered their life-long skills.
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30 famous Hispanic Heritage Month quotes to share now and forever
No two Latinx or Hispanic experiences are the same. The layers of identity, cultural expression and history are as varied as the shades of skin tones of those with Latinx or Hispanic roots.
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Chef brings flavors of Puerto Rico, Mexico to the Food Network
A Chicago-based chef is bringing flavors from Puerto Rico and Mexico to the Food Network, for her third appearance in a show on the channel, NBC Chicago’s Natalie Martinez reports.
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From banking manager to carpenter, Latina woman breaks barriers in multiple fields
After spending years as a banking manager, Norma Wight reinvented her career and is now a carpenter, breaking barriers across numerous fields, NBC Chicago’s Sandra Torres reports.
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This bilingual playroom in Logan Square helps families maintain Spanish language, embrace heritage
“Luna y Cielo Play came about because I almost lost the Spanish language,” owner Vanessa Aguirre-Ávalos said.
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Chicago Latina creates bilingual playroom for Logan Square families
“Luna y Cielo Play came about because I almost lost the Spanish language,” said Vanessa Aguirre-Ávalos, who opened the playroom in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood in the Spring of 2023.
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Northwestern Medicine doctor opens Latina breast cancer clinic
On the sprawling campus of Northwestern Medicine on the fourth floor of Prentice Women’s Hospital, a brand new Hispanic breast cancer clinic has opened, thanks to Dr. Claudia Tellez.
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Local doctor breaks barriers by offering care for Latina women facing breast cancer
A local doctor is breaking barriers by making Latina women facing breast cancer feel more at home during treatment, NBC Chicago’s Natalie Martinez reports.
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19 Chicago restaurants to try this Hispanic Heritage Month
From tamales and birria to arepas and seafood, exploring Chicago’s diverse Latin and Spanish flavors is a must.
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Chicago holds first Latino dance festival as part of Hispanic Heritage Month
As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, Chicago is holding its first Latino dance festival, NBC Chicago’s LeeAnn Trotter reports.
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How Jessica Alba's Mexican heritage has inspired her parenting style
To be honest, Jessica Alba knows she likely wouldn’t helm a billion-dollar brand if it wasn’t for the work of those who came before her, telling E! News, “My grandparents sacrificed so much.”
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Instituto's ‘Una Familia Gala' celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and Immigrant support
Instituto, the immigrant support nonprofit, is gearing up for their annual fundraising gala, “Una Familia Gala,” set to take place on September 28.