Imagine an undocumented woman in this position. The possibility of deportation and separation from her family looms, making a legal claim a rather unappealing measure to take in spite of the graveness of the crime.
Posted inNews
Survey among minorities discloses concern for the environment
The Public Policy Institute of California introduced the results of its annual “Californians and the Environment” survey Aug. 7 at the World Affairs Council in San Francisco. The survey showed growing concerns on the impact of global warming amongst ethnic minorities.
Posted inNews
Old Mission theater undergoing renovation
In 1913, the Wigwam Theater opened at 2555 Mission Street; by 1930 the name had changed to the New Rialto Theater; and in 1947 it was renamed the Crown Theater before finally becoming the iconic Cine Latino in 1974.
Posted inNews
Local program embraces new immigration plan
During an Aug.10 interview at the offices of the Mission Asset Fund, Associate Director Daniela Salas said, “We hope that the dream will no longer be out of reach.”
Posted inNews
Women’s Building receives funds for mural renovation
The Women’s Building has witnessed a surge of funding in July from SF Beautiful and Mayor Ed Lee totaling $60,000—nearly half of the total $130,000 sum needed to restore the giant MaestraPeace mural adorning its facade. The conversation of refurbishing the mural began several years ago after wear-exacerbated peeling and graffiti artists who defaced the […]
Posted inCalendar
Lunada Literary Lounge & Open Mic Spoken Word
With featured poets Joseph Rios, Xochiquetzal Candelaria, & host/curator Sandra Garcia Rivera. The Fall Season is a Blue Moon special (the second full moon of August). We will feature two poets hailing from the Central San Joaquin Valley, Joseph Rios, and Xochiquetzal Candelaria. The Open Mic features a diverse multilingual array of local spoken word […]
Posted inCalendar
Gratis Festival del DĂa Salvadoreño
Comida TĂpica/MĂşsica y Baile/Juegos/Payasos/Rifa/Torneo de Futbol (Comienza 9am)/InformaciĂłn Consular y de InmigraciĂłn/No bebidas alcoholicas • Escuela CĂ©sar Chávez, 2825 International Blvd., Oakland