A Dozen Tornadoes Tear Through Parts of Indiana, Ohio (Photos, Video)

A series of tornadoes tore through parts of Indiana and Ohio on Wednesday, ravaging homes, buildings, and businesses throughout both states. A preliminary estimate of twelve tornadoes was established early on Thursday, though official assessments are still ongoing.

Latino Influence on U.S. Culture Grows in Size, Power & Politics

Nielson released a report this week that examined in-depth the growing Latino population in the United States and emphasized the extent of this population's increasing influence on the country.

Hurricanes Churn Through Atlantic, Pacific Oceans as Weekend Approaches

With hurricane season ramping up, weather experts say they expect 2016 to be one of the most active seasons experienced in several years. We're seeing evidence of this with the increasing number of storm systems churning in both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

Americans Like Notion of Immigration But Don't Want Increase in Immigration Levels

A recently released Gallup poll revealed some interesting results in terms of immigration policies in America. A significant majority of Americans say that they view immigration as good for the country, but only a small minority wish to see an increase in U.S. immigration Levels.

Firefighters Get A Handle on Spokane Fire Complex in Washington

Wildfire season is in full blaze, with fires burning throughout the entire west coast and elsewhere in the country. The Spokane Fire Complex, burning near Spokane, Wash., first erupted on Aug. 21 and has since destroyed over 7,200 acres of land and several homes as firefighters continue in their attempts to contain it.

Atlantic Storm Strengthens; Likely to Hit Florida as Hurricane Hermine

Hurricane experts at the National Hurricane Center (NHC) as well as with AccuWeather are closely monitoring a tropical system over the northern Leeward Islands that has potential to strengthen significantly and become Tropical Storm Hermine, the eighth named storm of the 2016 Atlantic Hurricane Season, by this weekend. The system poses a threat to land, as well as a distinct possibility of striking the Florida Peninsula from the southwest as a hurricane, the first hurricane to make landfall in that area and from that direction since Katrina in 2005.

Job Satisfaction May Impact Health by Midlife, Study Shows

Sociology experts at Ohio State University recently unveiled the results of a nationwide study that found a correlation between job dissatisfaction in the early years of one's career to a significant negative impact on health by the time an individual hits age 40.

Chimney Wildfire in California Burns Through 37,000 Acres, Destroys 36 Homes - Official Cause Under Investigation

A wildfire in San Luis Obispo County, Calif. has been steadily burning for 10 days now, having blazed through more than 5,500 acres in the past 24 hours. This brings the total acreage of the inferno dubbed the "Chimney Fire" to 37,101 as of the early morning hours on Tuesday Aug. 23.

Tropical Storm Gaston to Strengthen to Hurricane Gaston - Three Additional Storms Brewing in Atlantic, Pacific

Hurricane Season 2016 is picking up steam, with Tropical Storm Gaston having formed in the Atlantic on Monday. Tropical Storms Fiona and Kay still linger in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans (respectively), while three additional weather systems out at sea are all projected to strengthen to tropical cyclone status, and at least one expected to become the eigth named tropical storm in the Atlantic later this week.

Differing Opinions of Presidential Approval Ratings for Obama in 2016

According to recent polls making the rounds in terms of President Obama's approval ratings, the marks are up considerably and this is especially true among such constituent groups as Latinos, women, voters under age 30, and those who identify themselves as Independents.

Cedar Fire, Rey Fire Continue to Burn Through Thousands of Acres in California as the State's 2016 Wildfire Season Rages On

The 2016 wildfire season in California is an extremely active one, with new fires igniting almost daily. Two of California's most problematic fires as of mid-August include the Rey Fire and the Cedar Fire. The Cedar Fire, which sparked on Tuesday Aug. 16, has grown to 20,000 acres, while the Rey Fire, ignited on Thursday Aug. 18 has burned through over 23,500 acres of land.

First Total Solar Eclipse Since 1970s to Grace United States in August 2017

The "Great American Solar Eclipse" is on its way and skygazers across the country are already in countdown mode, planning celebratory events in anticipation of a phenomenal astronomical event, the likes of which haven't been seen since the 1970s. The upcoming celestial rarity will occur on Aug. 21, 2017.

Latino Artists Making History in The Hip Hop World

New Yorkers and hip-hop heads worldwide are getting an in-your-face taste of the Bronx-born hip-hop genre thanks to Baz Luhrman's new Netflix offering, "The Get Down." But TrackRecord upped the ante recently, taking a look at Latino lyricists and the importance of recognizing their impact on cultural diversity in the rap community, as essential an impact as any other part of the rap game.

Hurricane Season 2016 Expected to be Most Active in Years, as Tropical Storms Fiona, Kay Churn Through Ocean Waters

According to recent reports from the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and National Hurricane Center (NHC), the 2016 hurricane season is forecast to be the strongest and most active storm system experienced since 2012. Currently brewing in the Pacific is the 11th named storm of the season, while the Atlantic Ocean's sixth tropical storm churns over open waters, expected to continue on rapidly over the next 24-48 hours.

Eminem New Album Release Date Rumors, Top Things to Know

Eminem's camp has been notably silent lately, apparently refusing to respond to swirling rumors about his newest album release. The Detroit rapper has been a constant presence in the news over the past several weeks, making all types of different headlines but what fans really want to know is when the new album will drop!

Bluecut Fire 2016 Update on Containment, Cause of Blaze, Community Closures

A raging wildfire that ignited on the morning of Tuesday Aug. 16 has continued to spread through the Cajon Pass area of San Bernardino County, west of Interstate 15. Over 34,000 homes and other structures are under threat from this fire and well over 80,000 residents have been evacuated. Numerous road closures are in effect in surrounding communities, while several schools and even hospitals have been closed.

'El Show de Don Cheto' - Legendary Spanish Radio Host Interviews Vice Presidential Candidate Tim Kaine on Immigration Reform and Other Key Issues for Latino Voters

The legendary Don Cheto, host of a hugely popular Spanish morning radio show in the United States recently invited Hillary Clinton's vice presidential running mate Tim Kaine to participate in a live, on-air interview to discuss issues of the utmost importance to Latino voters in regards to Clinton campaign plans.

Bluecut Fire Burns Over 30,000 Acres in California - State of Emergency Declared

A wildfire is raging out of control in San Bernardino County, Calif., having exploded to 30,000 acres in size since igniting just over 24 hours ago. More than 80,000 people have been evacuated from their homes as the fire continues to spread, with firefighters making zero progress in containment. A state of emergency has been declared.

Fastest Man Alive Usain Bolt Net Worth $60 Million...and Counting

Usain Bolt, the six-time Olympic winner from Jamaica is among the highest paid Olympian athletes, it's reported. With a net worth of approximately $60 million, the track and field phenom has announced plans to retire in 2017 - at age 30!

Clinton Campaign Enlists DREAMers to Assist in Registering Latino Voters

Hillary Clinton's campaign launched this week a new initiative to woo Latino voters by teaming with DREAMers to drive voter registration within these young immigrants' communities.

Fast-Spreading California 'Chimney Fire' Burns 32 Homes, Structures & Forces Evacuations

A wildfire that ignited in the late afternoon on Saturday Aug. 13 has now spread through over 6,000 acres of land and burned more than 30 homes and buildings. Local residents were forced to evacuate, as fire officials continue to investigate the cause of the blaze.

'Someone Brilliant Once Said...' - A Collection of Quotes From Olympic Legend Usain Bolt

Jamaican phenom Usain Bolt, an undeniable and overall favorite competitor at the 2016 Olympic Games has smashed too many world records to count and garnered tons of gold for his track and field feats. But the "fastest man alive" is so much more than just an athlete.

Obama Administration Expands Central American Migration Program Beyond Children to Include Adult Family Members, Caregivers

Immigration reform has become on of the most highly visible talking points for the upcoming presidential election, but that debate focuses on future political policies as promised by our current candidates. In the meantime, the current administration has taken action in the 11th hour to make good on President Obama's long-held vows to assist immigrants seeking safety from persecution in their Central American homelands.

America's Future Summit to Focus on Latino Involvement to 'Reimagine Opportunity in a Changing Nation'

The Aspen Institute, a group formed as a forum for values-based leadership will host on Tuesday Aug. 16th its 2016 "America's Future Summit," whose focus will be on "Reimagining Opportunity in a Changing Nation" where the population and influence of Latinos is on the rise, but during a time when opportunity isn't equally distributed.

California 'Mineral Fire' Blazes Through 7K Acres, Burns Home, Forces Evacuations

A wildfire in Fresno County, Calif., which ignited on the evening of Aug. 8 has increased significantly in size to upwards of 7,000 acres, forcing evacuation orders after one home and one outbuilding were destroyed by the blaze, and with many additional structures also under threat of destruction.
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