Paul Espinosa has produced over 30 documentary films aired on PBS. Compiled By LA CUCARACHA STAFF Chicano filmmaker Paul Espinosa, toured Southern Colorado the last week of February showing his award-winning film “Singing Our Way to Freedom” — first released in 2020. The film is about the life and times of the late Ramon “Chunky”… Continue reading ‘Singing Our Way to Freedom’
Category: Movement Art
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
Artists Spotlight
Faces Behind the Plate An Artist Spotlight with Anthony Garcia Sr., (@Birdseedcollective, exploring the meaning, journey, and cultural power behind Colorado’s Chicana/o License Plate. By CHELA LUJAN What personal experiences or cultural influences inspired your designs for the Chicana/o/x license plates? Growing up in a predominantly Latino community instilled in me a deep sense of… Continue reading Artists Spotlight
Steel City Supershow
Lowrider Show Returns to CSF Events Center Stories and photos By ROBERTO CORDOVA For over a decade, the lowrider scene at the Colorado State Fair Events Center has not hosted a supershow until Event Creator A.J. Vigil and Adam his father, made their dreams become a reality. On Saturday September 27, 2025, the Steel City… Continue reading Steel City Supershow
A Place for Boys and Girls of Pueblo
BY DEBORAH MARTINEZ MARTINEZ Over 2,100 Pueblo children and teens receive services from the nine Clubhouses and three extension sites at Boys & Girls Clubs of Pueblo County. Some parents use the clubs as out-of-school-time care and some embrace the opportunity for their kids to be active and engaged, according to Angela Giron, President/CEO. Six… Continue reading A Place for Boys and Girls of Pueblo
Mariachi Mural dedication postponed Sat., Aug. 30
New date for dedication will be posted here Renown Denver artist Diego Florez-Arroyo began painting “El Mariachi Mural” on Aug. 19 and plans to have it finished by Aug. 30 in time for planned dedication ceremonies. Diego is a native of Denver where he was grew up on the Northside. Hi’s family is originally from… Continue reading Mariachi Mural dedication postponed Sat., Aug. 30
Alma del Movimiento Sigue
By H.R. LLAMAS On July 11, 2025, the nonrofit organization El Movimiento Sigue (EMS), La Cucaracha’s parent company, had their grand opening at their new location The opening Ceremonia featured traditional Mexica dancers, catered food, and was followed by a welcoming reception. Guests then were invited to tour the facility and meet the staff. Showcasing expertly displayed pictures of past events, legendary… Continue reading Alma del Movimiento Sigue
Mariachi mural on levee OK’d
Arkansas River Conservancy Board approves mural featuring Isaiah Vialpando By DEVIN FLORES On Wednesday, April 23, the Arkansas River Conservancy Board had their regular monthly meeting. As the final approving board for the Pueblo Levee Mural Project, they discussed and ultimately approved unanimously a mural dedicated to the historic importance of mariachi in Southern Colorado.… Continue reading Mariachi mural on levee OK’d
How to get your Chicana/o License Plate
Easy as 1, 2, 3 Step 1: Make Your DonationTo start the process, please make a one-time $50 donation to El Movimiento Sigue. You can do it online at coloradochicanolicenseplate.org or contact us via email to arrange an in-person donation. Step 2. Receive Your PINAfter vour donation is confirmed, vou will receive a 5-Digit certificate… Continue reading How to get your Chicana/o License Plate
‘To Live Is To Believe’
Prison inmate’s view of Latina/o License Plate By JUAN CANDELARIA To live is to believe; Within this environment, we (inmates) grow accustomed to believing that every day will be repetitive, up until the day when it changes forever. Colorado State Representative Tim Hernández along with a few interns came to Colorado Territorial Correctional Facility… Continue reading ‘To Live Is To Believe’