California's Latino/Hispanic Population Now Outnumbers the Non-Hispanic White Population

Early last year, Pew Research predicted that Latinos would surpass whites as the largest racial/ethnic group in California. Recently, the nonpartisan fact tank confirmed that the milestone was reached in 2014 when non-Hispanic whites became outnumbered by the state's 15 million Hispanics.

'San Andreas' Star Paul Giamatti Talks About Role as Seismologist, Recalls Intense Hoover Dam Scene [EXCLUSIVE]

"San Andreas" star and Oscar nominee Paul Giamatti can now add seismologist to his diverse list of movie roles. However, this time around his takeaway is very different -- that Mother Nature is an absolute force to be reckoned with and that her seismic energy shouldn't be taken lightly. Latin Post caught up with Giamatti in an exclusive interview in Los Angeles, where the film "San Andreas" is based, and spoke with him about his latest role as Lawrence Hayes, a leading Caltech seismologist who believes he's found a way to track earthquakes before they happen and knows the worst is yet to come.

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.

Thousands Apply for Undocumented Immigrants Driver's Licenses in California

California has made it legal for undocumented immigrants to obtain a driver’s license, and thousands are utilizing the opportunity.

Arizona Sen. Ricardo Lara's Immigration Political Cartoon Offends Group Who Says 'White Senator Wouldn't Even Dare' Such Action [Video]

We the People Rising, a group based in California, is demanding that Arizona Sen. Ricardo Lara remove a cartoon from his office that implies that current immigration law is racist.

Woman Punched by California Highway Patrol Officer Receives $1.5M in Settlement

The homeless woman who was brutally beaten and punched by a California Highway Patrol police officer over the summer will receive $1.5 million as part of a settlement reached on Wednesday.

Time Warner Cable Internet Outage Makes Merger with Comcast Harder

Following the loss of Internet service to millions nationwide early Wednesday, many are now ramping up the opposition to a Time Warner and Comcast merger.

Calif. Gov. Jerry Brown Smartphone Kill Switch Law, But Could It Be Abused?

In response to growing smartphone theft in California, Governor Jerry Brown signed a notable bill Monday requiring all smartphones sold in the state after July 1, 2015 to come equipped with a "kill switch."

California Lawmakers to Pass $3 Million for Unaccompanied, Undocumented Children's Legal Aid

California lawmakers are attempting to pass $3 million to provide legal counsel for unaccompanied, undocumented immigrant children in immigration court.

Comcast-Time Warner Merger: California Joins New York in Scrutinizing Deal

California became the second state to voice its concern about a Comcast-Time Warner merger Thursday, citing concerns about whether it is in the best interest of the customers.

California Lawmakers Give Smartphone Kill Switches Thumbs Up

Lawmakers in California approved a bill Monday that would mandate "kill switches" on smartphones sold in the state. If the piece of legislation gets Governor Brown's blessing, it would make California the second state to pass such a law.

Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto, California Governor Jerry Brown Discuss Immigration Crisis, Climate Change

California Gov. Edmund “Jerry” Brown and Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto spoke climate change and the immigration crisis on Monday as part of the governor's three-day trip.

Minimum Wage in US: California Increases Minimum Wage to $9 as Public Opinion Split

California's minimum wage has increased by $1, but residents are unsure about the decision. Latinos, however, are in favor increasing the state's minimum wage even further.

Latino Lawmakers in California Push to Repeal Anti-Immigrant Legislation

Latino lawmakers in California are pushing to repeal anti-immigrant proposals in California.

Robert Garcia Wins Mayoral Election to Become First Latino and First Openly Gay Mayor of Long Beach

Long Beach welcomed its first Latino and first openly gay mayor with the election of Robert Garcia on Tuesday.

Gold Mining Profitable Again in California: Prospectors Use Drought to Their Advantage

Amid the severe drought, which has choked water out of most of California's rivers and creeks, gold mining has remerged as a profitable practice in the Golden State.
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