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Authorities have arrested Jaclyn Sherman (L) and Miguel Garcia in connection to the fatal fentanyl-related overdose of a 35-year-old Riverside man in late 2023. Mandatory …
Published on February 1, 2024
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Education Secretary Miguel Cardona testifies before the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Subcommittee on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, on June …
Published on June 16, 2021
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Security forces are pictured at the scene of the assassination of Bertha Gisela Gaytán, who was killed by unknown assailants during a campaign rally in …
Published on April 2, 2024
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Graduates file down the aisle during a commencement ceremony at the University of Massachusetts in August 2021. US Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said on August …
Published on August 22, 2022
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Gene Simmons (L) and Paul Stanley, members of the hard rock band "Kiss," seen here performing during the Resurrection Fest music festival in Viveiro, northern …
Published on September 1, 2021
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UPDATE: Suspect Charged, Wanted in Woman's Disappearance
Charges have been filed against a suspect wanted in connection with the disappearance of a woman whose vehicle was found about 1 p.m. on March 31.
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US Education Secretary Miguel Cardona testifies before a Senate committee about Covid-19 school reopenings on September 30, 2021. The Biden administration is releasing new guidance …
Published on August 14, 2023
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How Pixar Made CoCo the Biggest His in Mexico’s History
It’s official: Coco is the biggest blockbuster in Mexican history. Pixar’s story of Miguel, a small-town kid who longs to become a famous artist in spite of his family’s curious aversion to all things musical, has now earned more than a billion pesos—over $50 million—at the Mexican box office, well more than previous record-holder The Avengers.
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In a Sept. 29, 2017 photo, Miguel Pilgram stands outside of the property in the 1400 block of Sistrunk Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale that he …
Published on October 10, 2017
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Student loan announcement to come in 'next week or so,' Education secretary says ahead of deadline
US Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said Sunday that Americans can expect a decision from the Biden administration on student loans in the "next week or so" as a pause on federal student loan payments is set to expire on August 31.
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National Association of Hispanic Journalists - Houston Chapter Launch Party
Photography by Vicky Pink On Thursday, November 20, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand …
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Readout of Secretaries Cardona and Mayorkas's Meeting with HBCU Presidents on International Day of Education
Today, on International Day of Education, Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas hosted a discussion with presidents of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) from across the nation to share information on grant programs, training resources, research opportunities, and other tools available to HBCUs to strengthen campus safety and security. The meeting was part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s ongoing commitment to ensure HBCUs have equitable access to the resources and support they need to effectively execute their critical missions.
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Lottery Winner Miguel Pilgram to Use Part of $52M Prize to Revitalize Street in Fort Lauderdale’s Oldest Black Community
A childhood in the black community of Memphis. A cruise line career that delivered him to a life in South Florida. And a lottery ticket he bought at a gas station. A winning lottery ticket. They are the factors in Miguel Pilgram‘s life that bring him now to Sistrunk Boulevard, a corridor the county calls the “historical heartbeat of Fort Lauderdale’s oldest black community.”
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Seven Texas Students Named 2022 U.S. Presidential Scholars
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today announced the 58th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields.
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Comcast Houston Hispanic Hero Awards Gala
Location – Houstonian Hotel - Photography by Vicky Pink - In celebration of Hispanic Heritage …
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U.S. Department of Education Emphasizes Importance of Full-Service Community Schools Through Competitive Grant Program
Department aims to scale the program to impact more children and families as communities respond to the pandemic.
Today, the U.S. Department of Education released the Notice of Proposed Priorities, definitions, and requirements for the Full-Service Community Schools competitive grant program and tomorrow is launching a 30-day public comment period for the program. These proposed priorities align with the vision set forth by the Biden-Harris Administration and U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona in support of high-quality educational opportunities for all students and the important role of full-service community schools in providing wraparound and academic supports to students and families that are critical in their academic success.
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Biden calls on Cuban regime to 'hear their people and serve their needs' amid rare protests
President Joe Biden on Monday expressed support for the Cuban people amid rare protests in the country over a lack of freedoms and a worsening economy, calling on Cuban President Miguel Diàz-Canel regime to "hear their people and serve their needs."
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VIBES by Sports Illustrated Swimsuit
Photography Mike Munoz - Sports Illustrated Swimsuit hosted VIBES by Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, a two …
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Texas Led The Nation In On-Duty Officer Deaths In 2019
A sheriff’s deputy was shot and killed after a traffic stop in East Texas on Tuesday, bringing the total number of on-duty officer fatalities in the state this year to 18.
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Fatal overdose -2 suspected fentanyl dealers charged with murder
An investigation was launched in November after Christoper Lucia, 35, was taken to a hospital after testing positive for fentanyl. While under their care, he failed to regain consciousness and died after several days on Nov. 13.
