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’
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Bravo!
Bad Bunny represents us all By MAGADALENO ‘LENO’ AVILA — Guest Columnist The sixtieth playing of the Super Bowl featured the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots — Seattle won by a score of 29-13. And then there was the halftime show with Bad Bunny. “They don’t even have to learn Spanish. Better they… Continue reading Bravo!
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
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
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
Montour walked the walk, talked the talk and left his mark
Joseph “Eddie” Montour: Sunrise Nov. 6, 1947 — Sunset Aug. 15, 2025 By JUAN ESPINOSA Renaissance man, Joseph “Eddie” Montour, 77, has moved on to the next world. To his community, he was a cultural warrior, leader of the Brown Berets, accomplished orator, artist, war veteran, teacher, counselor, and diplomate who mixed with Nobel Peace… Continue reading Montour walked the walk, talked the talk and left his mark
Why does life keep lifin?
A Poem by By DENISE TORREZ 7/24/25 Why Does Life Keep Lifin? My head and heart are filled with so much Grief, love, anger, hope, anxiety, and dread But I remember what my Mom always said “En el tiempo de Dios” But that’s so hard to swallow I have more yet to do, the world… Continue reading Why does life keep lifin?
Pueblo organizations give participants a voice
P.M.GRAN.TE in partnership with El Movimiento Sigue and the Transforming Justice Project is entering its third year providing events and resources focusing on community-based wellness and mutual aid for People of Marginalized Genders locally in Pueblo, CO. We offer an ongoing free resource closet stocked with women’s clothing, hygiene items, sexual/reproductive health supplies, and advocacy… Continue reading Pueblo organizations give participants a voice