Hispanic Heritage Month 2024 in San Diego County

The Parents as Teachers International Conference was held in San Diego at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel and Marina with more than 2,000 people in attendance. The conference focuses on helping parents and their children succeed, including immigrant families who have just moved here. More >>

Melanie Kartalija was in The Basque Country of Spain following in the steps of her ancestors when she was so inspired by the culture and architecture, it changed her life.  She came home to San Diego and poured her inspiration into her own jewelry line called Santos Oñate. More >>

Latina women facing domestic violence often encounter several barriers including economic dependence, language barriers and fear their legal status may be impacted. More >>

Dancing, vibrant colors, music and delicious food was at the 25th annual Guelaguetza festival at Palomar College. The annual festival is a time for the eight regions in the Mexican state of Oaxaca to gather and celebrate Oaxacan culture. More >>

The President of the Mexican Senate Gerardo Fernandez Noroña was welcomed by a large presence of his supporters in El Cajon. The event featured music, dances and food. It was made possible by the group ‘Latinos en Accion.’ More >>

The streets of Barrio Logan were packed with festivities as the community celebrated Dia De Muertos. Beautiful altars lined the streets, honoring loved ones who have passed but also inviting them back during this special time of the year. More >>

The ofrenda was right beneath the Hillcrest Pride Flag, honoring local legends in Hillcrest like Flow and Mel, as well as national icons in the LGBTQ community. More >>

The San Diego Business Journal and San Diego County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce named the top 50 Latino leaders of influence for 2024. Among the recipients was Port of San Diego Harbor Police Chief Magda Fernandez. Fernandez was appointed chief in 2022. She's the first Latina chief for Harbor Police, as well as the first Latina top cop in all of San Diego County. More >>

Thousands of people celebrated El Grito in Chula Vista. There was music, dancing, food and so much more. El Grito is celebrated every year on the Eve of Mexican Independence Day. More >>

There’s growing concern over a significant increase in Alzheimer’s and dementia for people within the Latino community. Alzheimer’s San Diego says between 2019 and 2040, the number of Latinos over 65 with dementia will grow by an estimated 196%, making them among the minority groups more likely to see the largest increase in the coming years. More >>

Gentrification in Oceanside is causing small businesses to shut doors, an increase in rent prices and jeopardizes the city's rich Hispanic culture. More >> 

The Alva Beauty Collective says it's breaking barriers for Hispanic students who want a career in the cosmetology industry. More >>