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Physician from Boyle Heights looks to inspire next generation of doctors
Dr. Noah Rodriguez is like many doctors who got into their profession to help people, but what stands out is his path to medicine is unlike most others.
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Irvine physician's mission to inspire youth
Physician Noah Rodriguez is paying it forward and leading Kaiser’s Hippocrates Circle Program, which inspires underrepresented youth to becomes doctors. Hetty Chang reports for the NBC4 News at 5 p.m. on Sept. 18, 2024.
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All-women mariachi celebrates the ultimate quinceañera at Ford Theater
Las Colibri, an award-winning all female mariachi ensemble, paid homage to Mexican cinematic divas of 1940s and 1950s in a special performance at the Ford Theater. Lolita Lopez reports for the NBC4 News at 4 p.m. on Friday, Sep. 13, 2024.
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Latina author is latest addition to Barbie Inspiring Women Series
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Mattel has added internationally known Latina author and activist Isabel Allende to its Barbie Inspiring Women Series.
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Long Beach Chicana shop offers safe place and healing
A shop inside a store along Long Beach’s Fourth Street offers more than just gifts for Southern Californian Chicanas.
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Long Beach shop celebrates Chicanas
A small store in a coffee shop in Long Beach is packing a big punch by not only selling items celebrating Chicana culture, but also serving as a safe space for them. Mekahlo Medina reports for the NBC4 News at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024.
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LA nonprofit leads ‘radical' initiative to eliminate fashion waste by upcycling
Radical Clothes Swap is a Los Angeles-based Latina-run nonprofit aimed at helping people simultaneously conserve and save money by having them look no further than their own closets.
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Nonprofit aims to lower clothing waste by upcycling
Radical Clothes Swap is a Los Angeles-based Latina-run nonprofit aimed at helping people simultaneously conserve and save money by having them look no further than their own closets. Jonathan Gonzalez reports for the NBC4 News at 11 p.m. on Sept. 14, 2024.
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Hispanic Heritage Month puts diversity and culture at the forefront
Huge celebrations across the U.S. are expected to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, an annual tradition that showcases the awe-inspiring diversity and culture of Hispanic people. Celebrated each year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the month is a chance for many in the U.S. to learn about and celebrate the contributions of Hispanics. According to census figures, there are...
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5 myths about Hispanic household wealth debunked
2024 The State of Hispanic Wealth Report, a publication of both NAHREP and the Hispanic Wealth Project, addresses the misconceptions that fuel misleading narratives about Hispanic economic contributions. It debunks these myths with data-driven insights to better understand and encourage greater investment in Hispanic businesses and communities.
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Things to do this weekend: Art, autumn fun, and an OC fiesta
Hispanic Heritage Month begins; PST ART: Art & Science Collide opens, too.
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Find Hispanic Heritage Month festivities around Southern California
Restaurant Weeks, Fiestas Patrias, and Hola Mexico Film Festival are just a few of the festivities.
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We're kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month at the annual El Grito celebration
California Live’s Jessica Vilchis chats with Andoni Elias Nava, the communications deputy for the Los Angeles City Council District 13 about the annual ‘El Grito’ celebration. The event, which celebrates Mexican Independence Day, is free and will feature live performances from El Dasa, Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea, and more!
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Temple or museum? How Diego Rivera designed a place to honor Mexico's pre-Hispanic art
In the 1940s, Mexican artist Diego Rivera had a dream: to build a sacred place to preserve and display his lifelong collection of pre-Hispanic art.
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LA artist creates vibrant tribute to Día de los Muertos
Lily Martinez makes vibrant “Catrina” dolls that showcase her Mexican American heritage with some LA flair.
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LA artist creates iconic dolls for day of the dead
Lili Martinez creates “catrina'”dolls to honor Latino tradition of Dia de los Muertos. Gordon Tokumatsu reports for the NBC 4 News on Oct. 17, 2023.
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Quinceañeras for boys? How Gen Z is reinventing the traditionally gendered Latino celebration
The Quinceañero tradition can be traced back to the Aztec civilization when a kid’s 14th marked when they mastered their life-long skills.
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‘Foos in Medicine' use social media to motivate future Latino doctors
With a shortage of Latino doctors in the country, two UCLA medical students known as the “Foos in Medicine” are using social media to inspire others to pursue a career in the medical field.
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30 famous Hispanic Heritage Month quotes to share now and forever
No two Latinx or Hispanic experiences are the same. The layers of identity, cultural expression and history are as varied as the shades of skin tones of those with Latinx or Hispanic roots.
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Oaxacan woman in SoCal keeps heritage alive by creating flowers made of corn husks
A Oaxacan woman residing in Ventura County shares her love for Mexican crafts.