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Overdoses among Hispanics spiked in 2020; advocates point to lack of services, stigma

March 31, 2022 by Noticiero Movil

As the battle against COVID-19 took center stage over the last two years, another health crisis — drug-related overdoses — was worsening, particularly in the Hispanic community. Overdose deaths among Hispanic residents in Nevada increased by 120 percent between 2019 and 2020, according to data released in October by the state Department of Health and… [Read More]

Our Jobs: Exploring Geysers and Hot Springs with Geologist Carolina Muñoz-Saez

March 22, 2022 by Maria Palma

“When I was little, I used to visit southern Chile with my family, and at night I could hear a volcano crackle and see the top of it on fire. All of that seemed amazing to me,” said Carolina Muñoz-Saez when she explained how she found love for the earth at a very young age. … [Read More]

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Preserving rich history of Nevada Latinos new goal of transportation department

March 14, 2022 by Noticiero Movil

Latino communities’ longstanding ties to Nevada date back centuries to the Old Spanish Trail, and the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) wants to trace that history by hearing from community members about which places are most important to them and what can be done to help preserve them.  The Cultural Resources Latino Project, launched on Feb. 1, is… [Read More]

‘Those patients are still out there’: How COVID-19 complicated Latinos’ access to health care

January 27, 2022 by Noticiero Movil

Latinos face high rates of COVID-19 and diabetes. But one community clinic in Reno is seeing sharp decreases in patient numbers, deepening the risk for people with chronic illnesses. On a recent weeknight in Reno, Sonia Figueroa was leading a class on nutrition for people with diabetes offered through the volunteer-run Student Outreach Clinic. She’s… [Read More]

Latinos and their indigenous identity: How this community learned to embrace its native roots

November 10, 2021 by Bailey Shepard

For the first time in the history of the United States the federal government, via a proclamation by a sitting president, acknowledged Indigenous Peoples’ Day this past October 11, 2021. The day, which will be shared with Columbus Day and falls during Hispanic Heritage Month, was first proposed in 1977 and took a long circuitous… [Read More]

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New Reno city artist sets out to elevate other artists of color, expand art spaces for teens

September 23, 2021 by Noticiero Movil

Old photographs of her childhood scribbles decorating the walls of her home are proof that Ruby Barrientos knew, even at an early age, that she was born to create.  In her teens, Barrientos realized she needed art to “survive in the world.” But after nearly a decade of not creating any after finding a job… [Read More]

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Events for Hispanic Heritage Month 2021 in Reno

September 14, 2021 by Maria Palma

This Hispanic Heritage Month we celebrate the contribution of Latino communities to the culture of the United States. From September 15 to October 15, we invite you to celebrate with us through various activities especially focused on many traditions brought to the U.S. from Latin America.  Check out this calendar and don’t miss out on… [Read More]

Northern Nevada pastor explains how the pandemic is impacting his congregation

August 27, 2021 by Noticiero Movil

Paul McCollum is the pastor at Little Flower Catholic Church in Reno, which serves English- and Spanish-speaking communities. While reporting on a vaccine clinic being held there, KUNR’s Natalie Van Hoozer spoke with McCollum about how the church and parishioners have been impacted by the pandemic. Natalie Van Hoozer: As a priest, how has your work been impacted… [Read More]

Latinos, other minorities fuel Nevada’s population growth ahead of redistricting

August 16, 2021 by Noticiero Movil

Latino populations in Clark and Washoe counties surged by 23 percent and 30 percent over the last decade, and white residents declined by 14.5 percent and 3.8 percent over the same period, respectively, according to data released Thursday by the Census Bureau, kicking off the battle to redraw legislative districts across the nation. Nearly 320,000… [Read More]

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Faith-based vaccine outreach underway to reach northern Nevada Latinos

August 10, 2021 by Noticiero Movil

As COVID-19 vaccinations in Northern Nevada plateau, community leaders are trying a different approach. Local public health and medical experts are collaborating with clergy to provide vaccines to the Latino community. KUNR’s Natalie Van Hoozer attended a vaccination clinic at a church in Reno to see how these outreach efforts are going. As the afternoon started… [Read More]

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