In early August, farmworkers gathered under a pavilion at a park here for a picnic to celebrate Farmworker Appreciation Day. One sign that this year was different from the others was the menu: Beef fajitas, tortillas, pico de gallo, chips, beans — but …
Líder Demócrata de Nevada presentará proyecto de ley para proteger la fertilización in vitro
El proyecto de ley establecería un derecho legal a la FIV, brindaría protección a proveedores de atención médica y ampliaría las opciones de seguro para cubrir el tratamiento de FIV.
Syracuse University workers rally for higher wages with contract negotiations ongoing

The university and SEIU Local 200United will begin another round of bargaining on Wednesday.
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‘It’s a family to me:’ Cleveland’s young immigrants build community through sports (photos)

Over this summer, Re:Source Cleveland’s Corner 65 summer sports camp served about 185 children who moved to Cleveland from 14 countries.
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‘People need connections’: Corner 65 helps refugee children adjust to Cleveland

Since last October, more than 2,700 refugees have migrated to Ohio from 41 countries, according to federal statistics. Many of those refugees are children who have come here with their families to seek a new beginning from countries that are struggling with war, poverty and other challenges. A youth-centered organization in Cleveland is doing its […]
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Buzz at airport: CAK supports dozens of honey-producing beehives

More than just airplanes are flying around Akron-Canton Airport. The airport has taken an innovative approach to supporting environmental sustainability by installing beehives on its property.
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Texas election chief pitches the benefits of state system for managing voter rolls
Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for Votebeat Texas’ free newsletter here. Texas officials are urging more counties to join a revamped voter registration management…
Karina Ruiz makes history, taking oath as the first migrant and dreamer to reach the Mexican Senate

Karina Ruiz felt like her feet were sinking with each step she took in the clingy sand outside of Agua Prieta, Sonora. At just 15 years old, she and her parents, Virginia and Mauro, had tried crossing the desert and into the United States six times without success. The exhaustion and the risk of losing […]
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Looking for a place to cool off? City to open ‘cooling centers’ as temperatures expected to top 90 degrees

The city of Cleveland is extending hours tomorrow at some recreation centers with air conditioning so residents can beat the heat. Temperatures are expected to reach 93 degrees.
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National teacher of the year urges teachers to ‘find their voice’ as experts in their profession
Sign up for Chalkbeat Tennessee’s free daily newsletter to keep up with statewide education policy and Memphis-Shelby County Schools.The Tennessee educator chosen as the nation’s teacher of the year is calling on America’s 3.5 million teachers to “find…