La Gente Award Honoring George Hernandez
University Health currently operates two hospitals, including University Hospital, a 716-bed hospital that serves as South Texas’ only civilian Level I trauma center and first and only Level I pediatric trauma and burn center, and the 300-bed University Health Women’s...
Award-Winning Comedian Michelle Cantu to Emcee Gala, Bringing Unforgettable Laughs and Inspiration to the Stage
Michelle Cantu is an award winning comedian, motivational speaker, and emcee from San Antonio, TX who has performed in comedy festivals and shows all over the country. She has graced the stage of world famous venues like the Laugh Factory, the Improv, the Funny Bone,...
UTSA Athletics To Celebrate Hispanic Heritage at Sept. 21 Home Football Game
UTSA’s Sept. 21 football game against Houston Christian will mark the program’s annual Hispanic Heritage Game, celebrating San Antonio’s rich Hispanic culture and the university’s proud status as a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution. The Roadrunners and...
Curanderismo (Folk Healing)
Curanderismo (folk healing) is an integral component of the fabric that is very much a part of the Mexican American cultural, social, and historical heritage. My paternal grandmother, Doña Emilia, or Memia as we fondly called her was a curandera (healer). Her older...
The Impact of Suicide on the Latino Community
Suicide is a deeply sensitive topic, affecting individuals, families, and entire communities. For the Latino community, the topic often remains under-discussed, despite its significant impact. Cultural, social, and economic factors intertwine, shaping how suicide...
Barrio Dogg Partners With Health Confianza To Present The Hispanic Heritage Health Fair
Barrio Dogg is thrilled to announce its partnership with Health Confianza to present the Hispanic Heritage Health Fair on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 12 PM to 4 PM. The event will take place at Barrio Dogg, located in Southtown at 620 South Presa Street, San...
Concepcion Creek Plan – How The Menefee Area Neighborhood Feels About Losing Their Homes To The Flood Plan
Dear Neighbors: Our city has targeted our area to be bought out through Eminent Domain (meaning they will buy out over 114 homes at the city’s market value). Why? To build a holding pond (meaning a giant pretty hole)! Why? To save other homes from the danger of...
La Prensa Texas Unveils a New Era in Bilingual Media, Announces 2024 Gala
It is no surprise that San Antonio is among the nation’s leading bilingual cities, where providing information and news in both English and Spanish is critical to success. This responsibility is one we share to communicate effectively with the next generation of...
Free Bilingual Legal Hotline: Parole in Place for Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens
The Texas Immigration Law Council, a nonpartisan legal resource and policy nonprofit, is hosting a free bilingual (English/Spanish) legal hotline to provide general guidance related to President Biden’s recent executive action to promote family unity. The president is...
3a Conferencia Anual de Aprendizaje de Dos Generaciones de AVANCE viene a San Antonio.
AVANCE, una organización nacional sin fines de lucro dedicada a elevar a las familias a través de la educación, reunirá a más de 200 educadores y personal de todo Texas para la tercera Conferencia anual de Aprendizaje de Dos Generaciones de AVANCE. La conferencia, que...
