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NBC Washington Rewind: How 3 days of riots transformed DC's Latino community
On Cinco De Mayo in 1991, a Black officer shot a Latino man in a murky confrontation. What followed in the “powder keg” of Mount Pleasant brought lasting changes D.C.’s Latino community — but political representation remains elusive.
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Celebrating DC's Hispanic Heritage in 2023
It’s a month to highlight the cultural richness of the entire Latino community. News4’s Erika Gonzalez hosts an NBC4 special celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month around the D.C. area.
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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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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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Hispanic Heritage Month special: Here's how to watch
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, NBC4 will air a half-hour special on Hispanic culture in our area.
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‘Remarkable': Highlands Cafe and Grill opens second location thanks to grant
Highlands Cafe and Grill, a D.C. staple, was able to expand to a second location because of the Food Access Fund, which focuses on giving accessible and affordable food to the community. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.
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‘Los Disturbios de Mount Pleasant': How 3 days of riots transformed DC's Latino community
The Mount Pleasant Riots of 1991 rocked the nation’s capital, pitting police against a community seeking to be seen and heard. The riots have been called a moment that put Latinos on the map in D.C. News4’s Mauricio Casillas and Teneille Gibson set out to look at how the riots forever changed the lives of Latinos in the District. This...
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Latinas in aviation: How women are sharing their love for flying
News4’s Juliana Valencia has a preview of the “Latinas in Aviation” event and how these local women are sharing the magic of flying.
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Meet the Salvadoran couple behind Maryland's celebrated 2Fifty Texas BBQ
News4’s Alberto Pimiento spoke to the owners of an acclaimed Maryland barbecue restaurant.
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How Jessica Alba's Mexican heritage has inspired her parenting style
To be honest, Jessica Alba knows she likely wouldn’t helm a billion-dollar brand if it wasn’t for the work of those who came before her, telling E! News, “My grandparents sacrificed so much.”
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Hispanic Heritage Month: What does it mean to be Chicano?
During Hispanic Heritage Month, many proudly celebrate their culture, diversity and heritage. Others take advantage of this month to highlight their identity, as is the case of Adolfo “Zarco” Guerrero, who reflects on his ethnic identity, which is related to the term “Chicano”.
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It's Hispanic Heritage Month: Here's how to celebrate the Latino community in the DC area
Fiesta DC, a night of food and music at La Cosecha and the Loudoun Latino Festival are some ways to enjoy and celebrate Hispanic culture.
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Jose Hernández, migrant worker turned astronaut, says it's an ‘honor' to have movie about him
Michael Peña stars in the film inspired by the real-life story of NASA flight engineer José Hernández.
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52% of Hispanic and Latina women investors are more confident about their money than 5 years ago
Hispanic investors have a long way to go to close the wealth gap between them and non-Hispanic white Americans. But their investing knowledge is on the rise.
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Ashley Sanchez and Sofia Huerta embracing Mexican American identities with USWNT
USWNT players Ashley Sanchez and Sofia Huerta detailed how they came to accept and embrace their Mexican American heritage.
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‘Azucar!' Celia Cruz, the ‘Queen of Salsa' now has her own Barbie on sale
The long-awaited Barbie doll inspired by the “Queen of Salsa” Celia Cruz finally went on sale this week after Mattel announced news of the dolls release in 2021.
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From chips to memes: How Flamin' Hot Cheetos became a cultural icon for U.S. Latinos
The spicy snack has inspired songs, clothes and movies, but for some Latinos in the U.S., the chips hold a particularly special meaning.
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How Spanglish is being embraced as a ‘lenguaje' of its own
Once shunned as the language of “no sabo kids,” it’s now being called a “literal lifestyle.”
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What is Hispanic Heritage Month and why is it celebrated?
Americans across the country celebrate this month with pride and joy to highlight the importance of diversity.
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Movie Review: ‘A Million Miles Away' charms and inspires with the tale of an unlikely astronaut
If ever there was an inspirational story about reaching for the stars, it’s “A Million Miles Away,” the real-life journey of a how a boy who grew up as a migrant farmworker became a NASA astronaut.