It’s funny we call THEM special needs, when it’s THEIR SPECIAL we NEED!
October is National Down Syndrome Month By Martin Ramirez On November 28, 1995, three doctors—two male and one female—walked into our room and barely came to a stop. As I…
A Neglected Phase of Motherhood: The Fourth Trimester
Hispanic women have the lowest maternal mortality rate The postpartum period remains one of the least addressed stages in women’s health—socially, medically, and economically—despite being a crucial time for both…
Central City Ministry (CCM), the Diocese of Toledo’s, Queen of Apostles Catholic School
By Dr. Linda Alvarado-Arce La Prensa, Inc. tours “The oldest continually-operating school in Toledo, Ohio, Queen of Apostles (often remembered under its previous name of Immaculate Conception)” that has served…
Run of the Dead marks 15 years of honoring life, legacy and culture in Southwest Detroit
DETROIT: The Southwest Detroit Business Association (SDBA) will host the 15th annual Run of the Dead, on Saturday, November 1, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. at George S.…
It’s that time of the year again to support small Latinx businesses!
Shop the Brand “Raices” (Roots) By Dr. Linda Alvarado-Arce Raices (Roots) is a screen-printing brand that specializes in Chicano t-shirts and tote bags. I met the artist Anthony Ortega (see…
Kackleberry Farms to Host Día de los Muertos Festival November 1-2 in Monroe, MI
Celebrate a day of Remembrance, Culture, and Community with Music, Family Fun, and Festive Traditions MONROE, MI, October 2025: Kackleberry Farms invites families and friends to join in a vibrant…
La Prensa Hosts Candidates for Toledo City Council/ La Prensa presenta a los candidatos al Concejo Municipal de Toledo
By Dr. Linda Alvarado-Arce On October 15, 2025, the final day of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Latino community of Northwest Ohio came together for a Latino Community Forum with the…
Mayoral Forum, “Our City, Our Voice, Our Vote
Mayoral Forum, “Our City, Our Voice, Our Vote,” hosted by the Toledo’s Community Solidarity Response Network (CSRN), went on regardless of the current Democratic Mayor NOT being in attendance. By…
Faith leaders from across Ohio meet with Secretary LaRose
Compassion at Calvary (3740 W. Alexis Rd.) in Toledo, Ohio, welcomed faith leaders from across Ohio to meet with Secretary LaRose on October 14, 2025. The Secretary and Ohio’s pastors…
Arturo Sandoval: Renowned Classical Musician Plays in Toledo, Ohio
By Raquel Bravo Toledo, Ohio, and especially the Latino community, were honored and very proud to welcome Arturo Sandoval on October 21, 2025, the renowned classical musician who has performed…