Many Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations across the U.S. have been canceled or postponed due to fears of ICE raids and the changing political climate, including increased immigration crackdowns and anti-diversity initiatives, leading to concerns about safety and community impact.
Inglewood, California, honors singer Becky G by presenting her with a key to the city, making her the first Latina and second woman to receive this recognition. Becky G, an Inglewood native, has shown her love for the city throughout her career and has been actively involved in supporting the community, including contributions to the Inglewood Unified School District and raising awareness about important issues such as the Latino vote and the impact of COVID-19 on Black and Latino communities. The key to the city acknowledges her pride and lasting impact on Inglewood's history.
NPR is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with an 'El Tiny' takeover, featuring Latino artists on Tiny Desk. The lineup includes performances from Becky G, DannyLux, Alex Cuba, Villano Antillano, and Ivy Queen. Alt.Latino will also be producing a new series called "The Mexican Regional" to explore the rising popularity of the genre.
U.S. Soccer and AT&T have collaborated with artist Luis Pinto and USMNT forward Ricardo Pepi on a bespoke design to honor Pepi's Mexican-American heritage during Hispanic Heritage Month. The design features elements such as a double-headed eagle, stars representing El Paso, and a focus on family and unity. The design will be showcased during the USMNT match against Germany on October 14, and a portion of proceeds from the sale of apparel featuring the design will be donated to a school in Pepi's hometown. The collaboration aims to celebrate diversity and bridge the digital divide, while Volkswagen will integrate the design into their logo and support Hispanic cultural endeavors.