We listen Pueblo Middle Schools march for justice Cucaracha News Staff Report The killing of Trayvon Martin in February 2012, became a spark that helped ignite a generation of young people who would later challenge many forms of state violence from police brutality to immigration enforcement. Years later, on what would have been his 31st… Continue reading When youth lead…
Category: History
The music’s over
Dr. Loco of Rockin’ Jalapeño Band dies Compiled by Juan Espinosa José B. Cuéllar was extremely Chicano. Not only was he the founder/leader of the one of the hottest Chicano bands — Dr. Loco’s Rockin’ Jalapeño Band — in Aztlán, he also earned a PhD in anthropology and taught at multiple universities — often as… Continue reading The music’s over
Rest in Power!
PUEBLO, Colo.— The community has lost a giant, in the on-going fight for civil rights, human dignity and love and respect for all, in the death of the Rev. Robert “Boba” Lewis, 76. Rev. Lewis was an elementary school teacher who touched the hearts of hundreds young students and was a tireless advocate for social… Continue reading Rest in Power!
Cold as Ice
Guest Column By Joseph Alan SanchezSpecial to La Cucharacha News Most Americans recognize the name ICE and the images of masked military men that dominated the major media in recent weeks. Despite the inescapable familiarity of the federal agency, many don’t know what the acronym spells out. It is the office of Immigration Customs Enforcement. … Continue reading Cold as Ice
Mendoza Makes Miami Believe
By Joseph Alan Sanchez What in the name of Jim Plunkett just happened in Miami? A young man named Fernando Mendoza just had the most remarkable night of his college football life while leading the unlikely-to-succeed Indiana Hoosiers to their first ever national gridiron championship. The Indiana senior year quarterback led his team to an… Continue reading Mendoza Makes Miami Believe
Be The Change!
Pueblo observes National MLK Day By MARGARITO FUENTES PUEBLO — About 400 people walked the mile from the Rawlings Library to the El Pueblo History Museum to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., Jan. 19, 2026. Fifty-eight years ago, on April 4, 1968, Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., was fatally shot at the… Continue reading Be The Change!
Pueblo lawyer Garibay, dies in car accident
By JUAN ESPINOSA Family and friends of retired lawyer Guillermo Garibay, 75, were shocked Jan. 10 to learn of his sudden death in a traffic accident in Colorado Springs. His wife, Christina, survived the crash, and was hospitalized with unknown injuries. Little is known about the fatal accident, but the word about Garibay’s death spread… Continue reading Pueblo lawyer Garibay, dies in car accident
Adíos, Roberto Mondragón
1940 – 2026 Compiled By JUAN ESPINOSA Roberto Mondragòn, 85, a former New Mexico Lieutenant Governor, musician, politician, political activists and preservationist of the state’s resources and cultural traditions died this week. “I’m deeply saddened today by the passing of Roberto Mondragón, a legendary leader in the cultural and political life of New Mexico over… Continue reading Adíos, Roberto Mondragón
Immigrant Rights Activist Vizguerra released
Vows to keep fighting for her rights and for others Longtime immigrant rights activist Jeanette Vizguerra was released Monday from an ICE jail after nearly 10 months in a Colorado detention center. Vizguerra, 54, an immigrant woman who became a national symbol of resistance to forced deportation during President Trump’s first term was arrested by… Continue reading Immigrant Rights Activist Vizguerra released
MIS CRISMES
• Featured in this section is a story by Natasha Gutierrez about old Christmas traditions in Mexico, the San Luis Valley and Pueblo and the need to continue them. • Jingle and Mingle — A new Christmas tradition where children receive treats and meet Santa Claus. • Photos of Holiday activities in and around Pueblo… Continue reading MIS CRISMES