Fun technology products and projects for the whole family
Commentary by Melissa Arroyo Because of the high demand in the workforce for computer science graduates, more resources for kids are becoming available to pique their interest in choosing technology-related careers. But there are other reasons why it’s beneficial for children to learn about computers and software. Doing so helps them stay on top of […]
No 401(k)? No problem
Commentary by Dermidio Juez-Perez The most popular type of account being used to save for retirement is the 401(k). However, not everyone has access to a 401(k) plan because not every employer offers one. If your employer doesn’t offer a 401(k), it’s not the end of the world. There are plenty of other ways to […]
Advocates warn of grave consequences
The new AARP Long-Term Services and Supports State Scorecard published in June found that Missouri could do a lot better job meeting the long-term care needs of older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers. Missouri ranked 27th among the 50 states and Washington, D.C., just slightly better than Kansas, ranked 30th. The report analyzes […]
SB 4 taking effect in September
By Chara Texas law might have effects on immigration and business elsewhere A state law in Texas might have effects on immigration and business that extend beyond the “Lone Star State.” In May, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill (SB) 4 into law. Scheduled to take effect on Sept. 1, the law will require […]
Parkville Latina a national star
By Edie R. Lambert Sophia Dominguez-Heithoff is a remarkable record-breaker/trailblazer. On July 29, she won the Miss Teen USA title. The Parkville, Mo. national titleholder is the first ever from the Kansas City metro area and only the second from Missouri in the competition’s 35-year history. She’s the first Latina to wear the crown in […]
Arpaio found guilty
By Melissa Arroyo After illegally profiling Latinos in Arizona for more than two decades, former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio could face six months in jail. Arpaio, who proclaimed himself as “America’s toughest sheriff,” is facing legal consequences for blatantly encouraging law enforcement to detain any Latinos suspected of living in the country illegally and […]
Volume 37 issue 32 • 08/10/2017 – 08/17/2017
In this issue Trump supports bill to curb immigration Former local wrestler lands UFC contract The GOP fails – yet again
Therapist shares warning signs of divorce-bound marriages
By Melissa Arroyo A recent study suggested that couples who spent more money on their wedding day were more likely to end up divorced, and couples who spent less money were more likely to stay married longer. But that’s not the ultimate indicator a marriage will end in divorce, according to couples therapist Dr. John […]
Jorge Ramos Column: Nicolas Is Leaving
My son Nicolas is leaving home, and I don’t know what I’m going to do. I’ve spent more than 19 years with this kid, teenager, man. But the time has come for him to pack up for college, and I’m dreading how much I will miss him. He’s ready to take this next step in […]
Mexímetro 08.10.17
08/03/17 La Secretaría de Marina decomisó 18 toneladas de una substancia procedente de China que sería utilizada para hacer drogas sintéticas. El decomiso se hizo en un buque que venía de China cuyo destino era Michoacán. La droga fue asegurada por la aduana que informó a las autoridades del incidente. 08/04/17 Un operativo que se […]