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56 influential Hispanic-Americans: In photos

Hispanic Heritage Month is a great time to learn more: For some, more about your own heritage, or for others, perhaps another culture.

5 reasons why the Delano grape strike was so impactful

It might have been more than a half-century ago, but the impact of the Delano grape strike will always be felt -- not only in Hispanic history, but labor history in general.

Who was the country’s first Hispanic presidential candidate?

Born in Kansas to Mexican parents, Ben Fernandez certainly didn’t finish his life in poverty.

Was there any better entertainer in golf history than Chi Chi Rodriguez?

One of golf’s more entertaining events, the Ryder Cup, begins on Friday and figures to be a lively and must-see event, once again, for golf and sports fans throughout the world.

19 Hispanic-owned beauty brands to support -- this month and always

Calling all makeup and skin care enthusiasts!

It took until 2000, but meet the man credited as the NFL’s first Hispanic player

With both the start of Hispanic Heritage Month and the National Football League season converging this month, what better time to look back at the first known Hispanic player to play in the NFL?

Did Sonia Sotomayor save baseball 27 years ago?

While appointing Sonia Sotomayor as a justice for the Supreme Court in 2009, then-President Barack Obama caught a few people by surprise when he said, “Some say Judge Sotomayor saved baseball.”

These 2 astronauts forever blazed trails for Hispanic people in space

The Inspiration4 mission taking place in the midst of Hispanic Heritage Month brought to mind two trailblazing astronauts.

How a coin toss cost this pioneering Hispanic musician his life on ‘The Day the Music Died’

It is one of the most famous songs recorded, depicting one of the most famous tragedies in music history.

Ros-Lehtinen’s tenure as first Hispanic woman to serve in Congress is no joke

Never before had a Hispanic woman been elected to Congress, but that changed thanks to Ros-Lehtinen.

7 ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Each year, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, so if you’re not marking the occasion already, maybe it’s time to start.

Advent of color TV has this man to thank

As if there aren’t enough reasons to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, simply watching your TV is another great way to pay tribute.

How this pioneer made NFL history as the first Mexican Hall of Famer

Throughout the years, the National Football League has worked extensively to grow the game of football in Mexico -- from playing a regular-season game each year in Mexico City, to starting up more youth programs in the country to get kids involved from a young age.

FTC: Let’s talk about scams that target Latinos

Scammers will target anyone searching for a job or a business opportunity, but the Federal Trade Commission has also seen money-making schemes that targeted or disproportionately affected Latino communities.

How did Hispanic Heritage Month come to be?

National Hispanic Heritage Month is held annually from mid-September to mid-October, but what does that mean, exactly?

Here’s why Hispanic Heritage Month starts in the middle of September

Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off with countries celebrating independence days.

Show us how your family celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

The month of September is Hispanic Heritage Month, and we want to see how you and your family celebrate.

200 years ago, this Hispanic man made history in world of politics

On Sept. 30, 1822, a man by the name of Joseph Hernandez was elected to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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Imagine coming into work one day like you normally do, but then later on, frantically embarking on a mission in which the success of it might result in your death.

A key rescue on 9/11: How a janitor at the World Trade Center used this tool to save lives

The number of lives lost in the 9/11 attacks likely would have been higher had William Rodriguez not been one of five people to have this inside the North Tower of the World Trade Center.

FSCJ president says parents, who emigrated from Mexico, are key reason he pursued higher education

A recent issue of a Jacksonville-area magazine published for the Spanish speaking community calls John Avendano, the President and CEO of Florida State College Jacksonville, an “educator of the future.”

You’re invited! Viva La Fiesta hosts its first ever 2-day event

Viva La Fiesta is this Saturday and Sunday at James Weldon Johnson Park.

Mystery surrounds story of first Latino MLB player

Luis "Lou" Manuel Castro played baseball at Manhattan College in New York before he was signed by the Athletics and legendary manager Connie Mack.

9 ways to celebrate National Taco Day the right way

Real talk: Monday is National Taco Day, and we’ve been brainstorming ways to mark the occasion.

These diseases are leading causes of death in Hispanics, officials say

In a study conducted by the Centers for the Disease Control and Preventing, health trends in Hispanics across the world were evaluated.

Latin dancing a hallmark of Hispanic culture

You can’t celebrate and honor Hispanic Heritage Month without a look at the history of Latin dancing.

10 Spanish-speaking TV shows you should be streaming

How many times have you scrolled through Netflix trying to find something to binge, only to stumble upon shows that don't look appealing, or a bunch of programs you've already seen?

5 reasons why you should learn Spanish right now

Are you an English speaker? Have you considered learning Spanish? You should know, there are plenty of benefits to doing so -- ones that will help you in many aspects of life.

UF student who entered US at age 3 remembers living in fear as child

At University of Florida’s International Center, 23-year-old Michell Hernandez is a student assistant hard at work. While she appears to be every bit the typical student, her journey here was anything but.

‘Wait for me’: Teen’s experience inspires beautiful paintings, honors heritage

Britney Garibay is using art to make a difference.

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