The Justice Department has filed a federal lawsuit against Colony Ridge Development, LLC, and its subsidiaries, accusing them of predatory lending practices targeting members of the Houston area's Hispanic community. The lawsuit alleges that the developers exploited language barriers and sold land in disrepair, and seeks to stop the defendants from engaging in any further predatory lending practices and to provide restitution to affected borrowers. The Justice Department is continuing to investigate the matter and is encouraging anyone with information about the alleged predatory lending practices to contact the department.
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Key takeaways: Trump is holding a rally in Hialeah, Florida, a city known for its large Hispanic population. The rally is part of Trump’s ongoing…
On Monday night, a homeowner in southeast Pennsylvania opened fire at an intruder who was later identified as escaped convict Danelo Cavalcante. Cavalcante, 34, had escaped from the Chester County Prison two weeks prior and is now believed to be armed with a .22-caliber rifle. Pennsylvania State Police are urging anyone who sees Cavalcante to call 911 and not to approach him, as he is considered dangerous.
Key takeaways: The poll found that both Biden and Trump garnered 43% support from registered voters. Biden has solidified his standing among members of his…
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez has declared his candidacy for the Republican presidential nomination in the 2024 election. He is the only Hispanic candidate in the race and is running on a record of attracting tech businesses to Florida, reducing crime, and capturing the Hispanic vote. Suarez believes he can inspire people with his focus on climate change and his ability to appeal to moderates, and his candidacy is likely to add complexity to the already crowded field. His long-shot bid for the nomination could be a key player in the race.
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) has issued a travel advisory warning immigrants and their families to avoid traveling to Florida due to the potential threat posed by the state's immigration crackdown. LULAC has vowed legal action against the state in response, and the warning comes after a Salvadoran worker shared her story of considering leaving the state. The travel advisory serves as a reminder to immigrants and their families to be aware of the potential risks of traveling to Florida.
A new study has revealed that high school textbooks used in the United States largely ignore Latino history, with only 28 of the 222 important topics related to Latino history being covered well. This lack of coverage comes at a time when the U.S. Hispanic population is growing rapidly, and UnidosUS President and CEO Janet Murguía is calling for a comprehensive review of textbooks to ensure that Latino history is properly represented. The study's authors are also recommending that states and school districts develop and implement standards for teaching Latino history.
Tampa police have arrested Joseph Killins, 38, for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a DoorDash driver while she was attempting to make a delivery. He faces charges of armed kidnapping, robbery with a firearm, armed sexual battery, and aggravated battery with a weapon. The victim was able to provide police with a description of the suspect and his vehicle, leading to Killins' arrest. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the police.