The perforated wall between church, state and community
Community Member Doris A. Maldonado Méndez shares about the ripple effects of federal budget cuts.
CT coalition supports ‘Right to Vote’ legislation
Initiative helps advance legislation giving lawful permanent residents voting rights – despite federal challenges to immigrants’ rights.
A Betrayal of American Values—The Dangerous Consequences of Declaring English the Official Language
By dismantling language access protections, the federal government is effectively discriminating against millions.
Connecticut Residents Show Strong Support for Tax Credit Benefiting Family Caregivers
The survey highlights the financial and logistical challenges encountered by the approximately 420,000 unpaid caregivers in Connecticut.
Advocates: Lawmakers must strengthen CT immigration law
More than 20 groups have signed a letter to Connecticut’s General Assembly calling on lawmakers to strengthen the state’s immigration law, the Trust Act.
CT immigrant rights advocates, state officials brace for President-elect Trump’s immigration plans
State officials and advocacy groups are voicing their support as they prepare to combat his promises to carry out the largest deportation efforts in the country’s history.
LNN Spotlight: Civically Engaging Latino Communities
Reporter/Editor Belén Dumont speaks with Hispanic Health Council Policy Advocacy Manager Megan Scharrer on best practices to connect with potential Hispanic/Latino voters and efforts to civically engage local Hispanic/Latino communities year-round.
Not All Frog Hollow Residents Will Vote But They Agree On Food Assistance
Many residents living in Hartford, Connecticut’s Frog Hollow neighborhood are hesitant to vote despite being passionate and intune with local
Some Connecticut Latinos share nuanced and surprising views on the upcoming November election
Latinos continue to have a growing influence on the electorate nationally and in Connecticut. As the November election approaches several Connecticut
MidState soccer fields controversy highlights mixed language accessibility in Meriden city government
MERIDEN—A number of elected officials, included Meriden Mayor Kevin Scarpati, have received criticism from local Spanish speakers for lack of
Latino News Network At NAHJ 40th Convention
The National Association of Hispanic Journalists held its annual conference this month, where LNN Publisher Hugo Balta and LNN Senior Reporter/Editor Belen Dumont attended as trainers.
As School Districts Anticipate Cuts, Budget Stabilization Bill Passes
Connecticut superintendents are concerned about intensifying learning gaps and their ability to address the needs of their diverse districts as COVID-era relief funding expires.