Fewer Latinos Being Admitted to Colleges, New Studies Show

Latinos appear to still be looking from the outside in when it comes to getting college degrees, according to the latest figures.

Controversial Arizona Sheriff Apologizes for Ignoring 2011 Order to Stop Immigration Patrols

Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio -- who has been at the center of controversy for his crackdown on immigrants in Maricopa County for several years -- issued an apology in court this week for ignoring a previous order to cease his immigration patrols during an investigation of the program.

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Working on New Reform Bill

As the debate on immigration reform rages on, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus is working on another alternate proposal that, if finalized, could be discussed on Capitol Hill this year.

Marco Rubio Expected to Announce U.S. President Candidacy Monday

All eyes will be on U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, on Monday as the Republican senator from Florida with Cuban roots will declare whether or not he will run for president in 2016.

Obama Says He’ll Act Soon on Whether to Remove Cuba From Terror Sponsor List

U.S. President Barack Obama said Thursday that he would act soon on a recommendation by the State Department on whether to remove Cuba may potentially be moving closer to getting off the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism, yet cautioned that stabilizing relations between the two nations would proceed gradually.

As Obama-Castro Meeting Nears, State Department Expected to Recommend Cuba's Removal from Terror List

With U.S. President Barack Obama expected to arrive on Thursday night at the Summit of the Americas in Panama City for an informal talk with Cuban President Raúl Castro, reports have been circulating that the State Department is expected to recommend dropping Cuba from their State Sponsor of Terror List.

Rahm Emanuel Defeats Chuy Garcia in Chicago Mayoral Race

In a tight mayoral race that left everyone in suspense in the Windy City of Chicago for the last six weeks, Rahm Emanuel won a second term in office with a victory Tuesday over opposing candidate Jesus "Chuy" Garcia in Chicago's first-ever mayoral runoff election.

Amid Bribery Charges, Bob Menendez Thanks Supporters in Spanish-Language Video

While U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, prepares to battle federal bribery charges brought against him this week, the longtime senator sent a video message this week in Spanish and English to his supporters thanking them for their support and vowing to fight the charges levied against him.

More Undocumented Workers Holding White-Collar Jobs, Study Shows

In an unexpected twist, it seems fewer undocumented immigrants are holding blue-collar jobs in the wake of the Great Recession--yet more such immigrants are working in professional or white-collar jobs.

Cancer Rates Among Latina Women on Rise, Studies Say

The latest studies show that Hispanic women are becoming more at risk to different types of cancers.

New Study: More Latinos Getting News From Internet; Hispanics Leading Way in Adopting Smartphones, Tablets

New studies show that not only are more Latinos relying on mobile devices, but the'y're also relying on the internet more for news each day.

DREAM Act Funding in NY State Budget Could Grant Immigrant Students College Education

More funding for New York State's DREAM Act is on the way after the New York State Assembly's approval of the state budget proposal earlier this week, which was expected to be taken up on Thursday.

GOP-Controlled House Rejects Clean DHS Funding at Deadline; Homeland Security Releases Shutdown Plan

There was no budget intact before Friday's deadline for the nation's Homeland Security department as the Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives rejected the Senate's last-minute "clean" bill to finance the department without the clauses that would strip away President Obama's controversial immigration executive actions.

Measles Outbreak News 2015: Measles Cases on Rise in U.S., Mexico and Canada

Mexico, Canada and at least eight U.S. states have become the battleground for the measles outbreak as the number of confirmed cases has risen to 149.

Latino Legislators To Immigrants, GOP: Get Ready, Immigration Reform Is Coming

Despite a GOP-controlled Congress seeking to undo President Obama's new immigration executive programs, Latino legislators this week assured immigrants that may qualify for those programs that they would indeed come to fruition, and they should get ready.

New Study: Latino Presence Grows in New Congress, But Legislators Still Disproportionately White

The 114th Congress, just getting underway in Washington, DC to kick off 2015, has the strongest Latino representation ever on Capitol Hill; yet, despite the increased diversity, Congress still has a disproportionately white representation in comparison to the rapidly changing U.S. population, a new study states.

New Study: US Border Mexican Arrests Fall to Lowest Levels Ever

According to a new study, fewer immigrants from Mexicans are coming in from the U.S.-Mexico border based on the arrests made in 2014 by Border Patrol agents.

Congressman Luis Gutierrez to Kick Off Nationwide Tour Aimed at Helping Immigrants on Jan. 14

U.S. Congressman Luis Gutierrez and other elected officials are kicking off a nationwide tour this month – starting on the East Coast – to discuss the recent executive action orders issued by President Barack Obama.

Marco Rubio “Open” to Prohibiting Undocumented Immigrants From Becoming Citizens

As he reportedly inches closer to making a decision on whether or not to run for the 2016 presidential race, U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, said this week that he would be "open" in some instances to prohibiting immigrants who came illegally to the U.S. from ever gaining permanent citizenship.

Hundreds Released From Immigration Custody in Arizona, ICE Reports

More than 200 people being detained in immigration custody in Arizona have been released during the last month in light of the new enforcement directives from President Obama handed to Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials confirmed this week.

Republicans Looking to Ready Series of Immigration Bills

One month after President Obama issued executive actions altering the landscape of the immigration system in the U.S., Republicans in Congress are looking to respond with immigration legislation of their own.

Federal Judge Strikes Down Arizona's Controversial Immigration Smuggling Law

A U.S. District court has struck down an Arizona law enacted in 2005 cracking down on immigrant smuggling.

Republicans Win Control of U.S. Senate, Democrats Suffer Huge Losses

For the first time since 2006, the U.S. Senate is in Republican hands as the GOP, riding a wave of dissatisfaction against President Obama and the Democratic party, took the six seats necessary to retake the Senate Tuesday night as midterm election results poured in throughout the night.

Hispanic Heritage Month 2014: A Look at New York Yankees' Greatest All-Time Latino Baseball Players

The New York Yankees' rich MLB baseball history has been interwoven with contributions from great Latino stars. Entering Hispanic Heritage Month 2014, Latin Post.com takes a look at some of the greatest Hispanic stars--from Lefty Gomez to Mariano Rivera and more--to have shaped the history of the most celebrated baseball team in the world.

NBA: Could These NBA Free Agents Make Los Angeles Lakers Champions in 2016?

Next summer has a younger, richer crop of NBA free agents to be had, and the Los Angeles Lakers should be setting their sights on these stars if they want to bring NBA title gold back to the Staples Center.
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