PLAZA VERDE PARK, NOV. 2, 2024 At the beginning of November, Chicanx families come together to welcome ancestors back home for Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). Dia de los Muertos originates from Aztec culture and has survived despite colonization and religious conquerers. Historically, Dia de los Muertos was once a month-long celebration,… Continue reading Dia De Los Muertos
Category: History
Prison Diaries: RICARDO ROMERO
By Dr. Priscilla Falcón Book Review By Deborah Martinez Martinez The late Ricardo Romero, well-known Chicano activist, was imprisoned because he refused to testify before a federal grand jury and was subsequently sentenced to three years in Federal prison for criminal contempt. Prison Diaries: Ricardo Romero includes two interviews that capture Romero’s commitment to internationalism and his… Continue reading Prison Diaries: RICARDO ROMERO
Indigenous spirit of protests disrupts Columbus celebration
Chants of ‘Take it down!’ Vs. John Phillips Sousa By JUAN ESPINOSA The Indigenous spirit of Turtle Island visited Pueblo’s Mesa Junction on what was formerly known as Columbus Day this month. The spirit came in the form of a peaceful demonstration that disrupted a formal tribute to Columbus that has continued despite Columbus Day… Continue reading Indigenous spirit of protests disrupts Columbus celebration
Pueblo City Council Narrowly Kills Proposed Anti-Abortion Ordinance
By Devin Flores In the October 15 session of the Pueblo City Council, the subject of the proposed Item N-18 — an ordinance which would limit the operation of abortion providers in the City of Pueblo—was the most significant topic of the night. The room was packed, with almost every seat being filled. The crowd… Continue reading Pueblo City Council Narrowly Kills Proposed Anti-Abortion Ordinance
Five decades ago, Kitayama Strike put human rights for farmworkers at forefront
By Deborah Martinez Martinez, Ph.D. In 1968-69, workers of the Colorado Brighton-based carnation greenhouse struck for better wages and working conditions. The woman-led union collaborated with the United Farm Workers and many other organizations. The strikers supported farm worker legislation—three bills—in the Colorado State Legislature. The strike and the legislation is part of the narrative… Continue reading Five decades ago, Kitayama Strike put human rights for farmworkers at forefront
La Cucaracha News website five decades in the making
Welcome to La Cucaracha News website. It took 48 years to get here, but better late than never. If you are already familiar with La Cucaracha independent Chicano newspaper, this website will be like finding an old friend. If you are new to La Cucaracha, give us a good read and let us know what you think. La Cucaracha first… Continue reading La Cucaracha News website five decades in the making