If you only have a few seconds, read these lines: More than fifty accounts in TikTok and Instagram (like this, this and this) repeated the same audio: “starting this Friday, March 21st, or Saturday, March 22nd (2025), anyone who is a permanent resident would not be able to leave the United States. Or on the… [Read More]
Latinos flocked to Carson City recently to lobby for laws that impact their communities
“¡Sí, se puede!” the iconic phrase made popular by the late César Chávez resonated throughout the hallways of the Nevada legislature nearly two weeks ago when 300-or so Latinos from across the Silver State gathered to speak with Senate and Assembly members during the Latino Lobby Day event. The biannual meetup allowed community members to… [Read More]
Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Maria Ressa Speaks on Press Freedom at UNR
The critical role of facts and the future of journalism took centerstage on Thursday at the University of Nevada, Reno when the winner of the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize, Maria Ressa, warned the audience that once freedoms are lost, they are hard to get back. “What are you willing to sacrifice for the truth? Because… [Read More]
Noticiero Móvil tackles biodiversity, climate change and cultural reporting in Costa Rica
For the first time ever, a small group of University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) students from the Reynolds School of Journalism travel to Latin America to continue their journalism training and Spanish-language training. PUERTO VIEJO DE SARAPIQUÍ, Heredia, Costa Rica — Amidst the howling monkeys, birdsongs, and the buzzing of critters in the lush jungle,… [Read More]
Nevada colleges have long welcomed undocumented students, but face new challenges under Trump
Nevada helped college students work around financial barriers of lacking legal status, but students are feeling the limits of schools’ ability to support them. The Silver State is known for accepting all students in its classrooms regardless of legal status. But that welcoming culture is being put to the test under President Donald Trump’s administration… [Read More]
Restauranteur Jesús ‘Chuy Gutierrez dies
Jesús Chuy Gutierrez, owner of five restaurants in the Reno and Sparks region, has died according Mari Chuy’s Facebook page. “It is with deep sadness that we share with our beloved community the passing of Jesus ‘Chuy’ Gutierrez. A devoted family man and friend to all, his unwavering commitment to uplifting others and strengthening our… [Read More]
How to Avoid Scams that Can Impact Your Immigration Status
A nationwide crackdown on immigration has raised fears about mass deportation among undocumented folks and their families. Among those fears, advocates worry that many people may fall prey to scams, causing them to lose their money, and as a result, may actually be in greater danger of deportation. According to the Fresno Bee, “heightened fears… [Read More]
The Red Card: A Guide to Knowing Your Rights
If an immigration officer knocked on your door, would you know what to do? Many people panic in these moments, unsure of their rights or how to respond. That’s where the “red card” comes in. A small but powerful card designed to help immigrants navigate through certain encounters safely. What is the Red Card? Created… [Read More]
Bill seeks to ban immigration enforcement in Nevada schools after Trump opened door for it
Assm. Cecelia González says that her bill would provide another layer of privacy to immigrant families should existing federal protections be rescinded. Just weeks after President Donald Trump rescinded an Obama-era policy that banned immigration enforcement activities at schools and churches, a state lawmaker is proposing a bill to prohibit immigration officials from accessing Nevada school grounds… [Read More]
UNR provides a variety of resources to help ease fear and stress over looming mass deportations
The University of Nevada, Reno seeks to mitigate the anxiety and dread among its students, employees and faculty in the face of possible mass deportations. Emilio is a journalism student and first generation Mexican American. He says he keeps up to date with the news to see how the next policy from the Trump Administration… [Read More]
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