Graduates Use #LatinxGradCaps to Flex Their Immigrant Roots

It’s graduation season and social feeds are blowing up with graduation photos. One hashtag, in particular, grabbed the attention of Brontë Sorotsky at YR Media: #LatinxGradCaps. The hashtag has more than 5,400 pictures on Instagram of Latinx graduates paying tribute to their immigrant identity. Read more at YR Media.

Two 49ers Jerseys, Two Vastly Different Ideals

In 2017, after his protests became national news, Colin Kaepernick became an alienated player in the NFL. But the draft of another player onto the same team, despite a history of racist and insensitive comments, shines light on the double standard in the league, says commentator Denis Perez-Bravo. “His drafting by a team in an […]

How New Latinx Artists Are Setting A Holistic Example Of Chicanx Identity

From Selena to J.Lo, Latin artists have dominated the charts, but could this success have been a result of forgetting their identity? But many of today’s new artists are taking charge of how their culture plays into their music. Read more at The kNOw.

16-year-old Climate Activist Takes On Politicians

Today’s youth will have a lot to deal with as adults if politicians don’t step up to address climate change. 16-year-old activist Isha Clarke is leading the way to fight for change. Watch at YR Media.

California Rent Control Passes Its First House Committee

California’s housing prices are skyrocketing, but a new bill could be a step in the right direction for affordable rent in the state. Read more at Access Local TV.

It’s Time To End The Homophobic Blood Ban

Imagine wanting to help by donating blood, but being turned away because of who you are. This is a reality for gay and bisexual men across the nation. “As someone who is personally affected by this regulation, my outrage and resistance is valid and real, but not enough.” Read more at The kNOw.

DA’s Office Launches First Diversion Program for Youth

Contra Costa County in northern California is launching its first Restorative Justice Diversion program for youth facing incarceration. The idea is to give them social services they need as an alternative to jail. Read more at Richmond Pulse.

Jose Bello: Dear America

“I live my life in frustration / Private Prisons, political funding, mass incarceration.” Read one young person’s take on immigration detention in poetry from South Kern Sol.

Rejecting The Brown Paper Bag Test

Racial discrimination isn’t just about the color of one’s skin, but also the shade. YR Media’s Ashura Mujawashema brings us inside the world of colorism. Read more at YR Media.

Trans Students Are At Higher Risk Of Sexual Assault

A new study suggests that transgender and non-binary teens in the United States are at higher risk of sexual assault in schools where they can’t use the bathrooms or locker rooms that match their gender identity. Access Local TV’s Ivan Caballero reports.