Community members gather at Balmy Alley on May 14 in San Franciscoâs Mission District, bidding a final farewell to longtime resident, Andres Hernandez Rojo. Rojo, better known as the âMayor of Balmy,â was recently evicted from his Balmy Alley residence after living there for more than a decade. From his garage, Rojo would routinely create […]
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War in Ukraine illustrates unequal treatment of refugees
TIJUANAâAs a result of the Russian war in Ukraine that began in mid-February, Tijuana, Mexico has received thousands of Ukrainian citizens seeking humanitarian refuge in the United States. Although displaced Russians also arrived with them, it was those who proved Ukrainian nationality who were given preferential treatment compared to migrants from Central America, Haiti and […]
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Madre muralista: Mission artist opens up about balancing her career and motherhood
This Q&A with LucĂa GonzĂĄles Ippolitoâa Mission Muralist who serves as Chair Artists on the Latino Cultural District Art Boardâis the fourth of a series where we aim to shed light on the day-to-day work experience of women in various walks of life. Ippolito, who is a new mom, opens up about her art, influences, […]
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âCalle Limpia, CorazĂłn Contentoâ launches clean up efforts
On May 7, thunderous applause ushered in the official start of the Mission District revitalization campaign christened “Calle Limpia, CorazĂłn Contento.” âWeâre here today in our home as the stewards of this land, and it’s our responsibility to take care of this district,â said Sharaya Souza, director and co-founder of the American Indian Cultural District. […]
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Boudinâs recall backed by Billionaires ruins a fair election
[by Don Santina] Chesa Boudin is a decent man and his policies as District Attorney of San Francisco reflect his compassion for people and his commitment to justice. The election to recall him is one of the most important elections in the Cityâs history. Mark the day: June 7th. This special election will decide whether […]
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âNot So Prettyâ shows ugly side of cosmetic, beauty industriesâ use of plasticÂ
After watching HBOâs new docuseries âNot So Pretty,â a show investigating beauty, cosmetic and personal care industries for the production and marketing of harmful products, I was left with the most unsettling question, how is this happening right under our noses? To answer this question, it is important to dissect the products manufactured by the […]
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Build good credit now for when you need it later
[Editor’s note: Although this is not sponsored content, it is authored by Rod Griffin, the Senior Director of Public Education and Advocacy for Experian] Inflation and rising prices are certainly on many peopleâs minds today. As we have witnessed, you never know when the economy will change, or weâll face a societal issue like the […]
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PODCAST: AfroLatinx Soundscapes: Students Unapologetically Celebrate Blackness
Listen as BĂĄrbara, Annaya and Jasmine engage in a bilingual conversation with three AfroLatinx college students, Lyrik Azteka Shears, Trent Rodgers and Erykah RodrĂguez Freire. From them, we learn about their journeys, identity, and their embracing of their Blackness.
