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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.
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Woman shares Mexican craft of making corn husk flowers
A woman from Ventura County is sharing her love of making Mexican crafts. As seen on air on Oct. 10, 2023.
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IE therapist helps heal Latino community through social media
Jackie Garcia founded TherapyLux in 2020 in an effort to promote the understanding of generational trauma.
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Former inmate uses coffee to brew change in Pasadena
Tepito Coffee and Tea House provides jobs for formerly incarcerated men and women.
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage
During Hispanic Heritage Month, NBC4 and Telemundo 52 have been highlighting the outstanding work and contributions Hispanic people make every day in our community.
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Therapist uses social media to reach Latino community
The latino community is becoming more aware of the importance of mental health and one therepist from the Inland Empire is reaching out to the latino community with social media hoping to remove the stigma of seeking help.
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‘Brewing change in the community': Pasadena coffee house employs former inmates
Tepito Coffee and Tea House is part-owned by former inmate Richard Cabral. He said his involvement in Homeboy Industries inspired him to turn his life around. John Cádiz Klemack reports for the NBC4 News on Oct. 5, 2023.
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Author explores themes of first-generation trauma in memoir
Alejandra Campoverdi’s memoir, “First Gen,” is about the pressure and guilt that comes from being first generation.
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Understanding first-generation trauma
Alejandra Campoverdi writes about the traumas of being a first generation student. Lolita Lopez reports for NBC4 News on Oct. 3, 2023.
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Perseverance keeps LA DACA recipient on track to become a doctor
A Mexican immigrant who grew up sleeping on the floor of a one-bedroom apartment in Los Angeles’ Koreatown has overcome all obstacles in her path toward a career in the challenging world of science and medicine.
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Carson boxing club offers place to train and heal for LA County youth
As a Carson-based boxing center serves local youths seeking a healthy and athletic outlet, the center is also in the midst of training an Olympic hopeful.
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Carson boxing club trains and inspires young athletes
The Fabela Chavez Boxing Center is training an Olympic hopeful and other local youth. Lolita Lopez reports for the NBC4 News on Sept. 26, 2023.
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‘Rooted in my upbringing': Chef brings region of Yucatan to plates through seafood
Mexico’s coast meets Los Angeles at Holbox in El Mercado Paloma thanks to the dedication of a chef who is determined to highlight the best of his heritage’s cuisine.
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South Central chef shows Mexican culture through seafood
Chef Gilberto Cetina opened Holbox in 2016 at Mercado La Paloma to bring the flavors of coastal Mexico to patrons. John Cádiz Klemack reports for the NBC4 News on Sept. 25, 2023.