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Ogden PD seeks immigration agents' help in traffic stop, but says public safety is main focus
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 13 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
Ogden police sought the help of federal immigration agents in a traffic stop partially caught on video but say public safety, not enforcement of immigration law, is their main focus.
United Way of Utah County seeks Spanish speakers to help with Sub for Santa program
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 13 - 7:17 a.m. | Save Story
United Way of Utah County seeks Spanish speakers to help process Spanish-speaking applicants wanting to take part in its Sub for Santa program geared to kids.
FILMéxico Film Festival, featuring contemporary Mexican films, kicks off on Thursday
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 12 - 9:44 p.m. | Save Story
The annual FILMéxico Film Festival, featuring contemporary Mexican films and hosted by the Salt Lake Film Society, kicks off on Thursday.
Utah radio station angles for English, Spanish and Spanglish speakers
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 11 - 12:05 p.m. | Save Story
Avanza, a small radio station affiliated with KUER and PBS Utah, is angling for a unique audience — people who speak English, Spanish and Spanglish.
'A unifying moment': Luz de las Naciones, highlighting Latin American dance and music, returns
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 5 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Luz de las Naciones, a celebration of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints focused on Latin American dance and music, returns on Friday and Saturday.
Salt Lake City launches program encouraging immigrants to pursue US citizenship
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 4 - 7:42 a.m. | Save Story
Salt Lake City has launched a program to encourage immigrants to pursue U.S. citizenship and to bolster their civic awareness.
'Still in shock': Utah immigrant grappling with detention after arrest at Salt Lake City airport
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 3 - 4:55 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah immigrant, arrested last week at the Salt Lake City airport, is "still in shock" as she braces for a legal battle over her migratory status with immigration authorities.
Latino population is 'strikingly diverse, relatively young, mostly US-born,' Pew says
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 3 - 8:05 a.m. | Save Story
The Latino population in the United States is "strikingly diverse, relatively young, mostly U.S. born and increasingly dispersed," Pew says in a new report.
Forceful arrest of immigrant at Salt Lake City airport sparks consternation among city leaders
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 30 - 7:15 p.m. | Save Story
The forceful arrest of a Salvadoran immigrant at the Salt Lake City International Airport, caught on video, has prompted consternation among some city leaders.
Decolonizing art: Utah Museum of Fine Arts revamps its exhibit focused on Latin America
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 29 - 7:43 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Museum of Fine Arts officials have revamped the art and artifacts on display from around Latin America, aiming in part to decolonize the artwork.
Numerous Día de los Muertos events planned around Utah, including one to honor late pets
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 22 - 6:27 p.m. | Save Story
Numerous Día de los Muertos events, most on Nov. 1, will be held around Utah, including one that's meant specifically to honor and remember pets that have died.
ACLU suing feds over detention of immigrant living in Utah, 'illegal and discriminatory' behavior
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 20 - 6:30 p.m. | Save Story
The ACLU is suing the feds over the detention of an immigrant living in Utah while she was driving through Colorado and others it says were unlawfully detained.
Immigrant detention effort caught on video shows problems with 'cross-deputization,' lawyer says
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Updated Oct. 14 - 10:26 a.m. | Save Story
An immigrant enforcement action gone awry in Salt Lake City that was caught on video underscores the problems with "cross deputization" of federal agents, an attorney says.
Davis school officials to keep Spanish dual-language program; French program still up for debate
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
Davis School District officials will keep a Spanish dual-language program but are still considering the future of a French program beset by low enrollment.
Béisbol en Salt Lake: Two Mexican baseball teams to face off over the weekend in Utah
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 10 - 9:35 a.m. | Save Story
Two Mexican baseball teams are to play in South Jordan on Saturday and Sunday, the second annual installment of the Béisbol en Salt Lake initiative.
Utah dance group taking part in New York parade aims to promote Colombian culture
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 9 - 9:01 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah dance group, Carnaval de Barranquilla en Utah, aims to promote Colombian culture in the state and will travel to New York to perform in the Hispanic Day Parade.
'The case is done': Immigration officials no longer seeking deportation of Utah violinist John Shin
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 9 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
A key deadline has come and gone and immigration officials are no longer seeking the deportation of Utah violinist John Shin, who now seeks U.S. residency.
Members of Utah's Peruvian community dance at Capitol to mark Día de la Marinera
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 8 - 7:37 p.m. | Save Story
A flash mob made up of members of Utah's Peruvian community gathered and danced Tuesday at the Utah Capitol to mark Día de la Marinera.
Ogden Day of the Dead event, rescheduled to Sunday, marks first of more in city, across Utah
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 7 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
The first of three Day of the Dead events in Ogden is set for Sunday with more to come across Utah.
US-Mexico border apprehensions, a focus of alarm under Biden, have plummeted under Trump
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 7 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Apprehensions at the U.S.-Mexico border of immigrants in the country illegally, a focus of alarm under Biden, have plummeted under Trump, new numbers show.
Utah immigration attorneys blast federal moves to target certain immigrant teens for deportation
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 4 - 7:14 a.m. | Save Story
Utah immigration attorneys are blasting a federal initiative dubbed Freaky Friday by critics that targets certain immigrant teens for deportation.
Immigrating to U.S. 'the right way'? Utah attorneys say it doesn't exist
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 30 - 5:05 p.m. | Save Story
As the immigration crackdown unfolds, Utah attorneys say migrating to the United States "the right way" can be difficult for most, if not impossible.
Red Iguana founder Ramon Cardenas dies, leaves behind legacy of hard work, passion for food
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 29 - 8:28 p.m. | Save Story
Red Iguana founder Ramon Cardenas, who launched the iconic restaurant with wife Maria in 1985, has died, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and passion for food.
Utah documentary focused on day laborers garners national Telly Award recognition
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 28 - 12:05 p.m. | Save Story
A documentary about Utah's contingent of day laborers, workers who typically seek work outside home improvement stores, had garnered a national award.
Salt Lake County clerk to help register new citizens to vote after change in federal policy
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 26 - 10:03 a.m. | Save Story
The Salt Lake County Clerk's Office plans to step in and help after feds prohibit organizations from helping with voter registration at certain naturalization events.
'No authority to enforce immigration law': Ogden police spell out stance on immigration
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 25 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
Ogden police joined other Utah agencies in spelling out the department's stance on immigration, saying it doesn't intend to single out immigrants for undue attention.
Mexican Martyrs Relics from Mexico's Cristeros War coming to Utah for rare visit
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 25 - 4:05 p.m. | Save Story
The Mexican Martyrs Relics from Mexico's Cristeros War of the 1920s will be on display in Utah at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church.
'Another layer of communication': Spanish-language podcast aims to shed light on health issues
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 25 - 6:17 a.m. | Save Story
A new Spanish-language podcast sponsored by a range of nonprofit groups puts the focus on mental health and other health issues affecting the Latino community.
Utah's Colombian, Ecuadorian communities seek consular offices amid population growth
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 24 - 9:36 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's Colombian and Ecuadorian communities are petitioning for local consular offices as the population from the two countries grows.
Amid tightening guidelines, a Utah event will aid immigrants applying for US citizenship
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 18 - 4:50 p.m. | Save Story
An event Saturday in South Salt Lake is scheduled to help immigrants applying for U.S. citizenship.
As feds seek more immigration agents, Provo job fair draws foes of ongoing crackdown
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 16 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
With the federal government seeking as many as 10,000 new immigration agents, a Provo job fair drew a contingent of foes opposed to the ongoing immigration crackdown
'Proud of being Latino': Hispanic Heritage Month activities slated amid charged climate
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 11 - 6:17 a.m. | Save Story
As Hispanic Heritage Month approaches, some community advocates worry about what they view as a charged climate prompted by the federal immigration crackdown.
Murray police rebuff talk about plans to partner with ICE on immigration issues
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 8 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
A Murray police official says a cooperative accord with immigration officials is not in the works and that a planned advisory board meeting agenda item was misinterpreted.
Federal agencies coming to Utah in search of job recruits as immigration crackdown unfolds
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 7 - 1:04 p.m. | Save Story
Immigration and Customs Enforcement and other federal agencies are coming to Utah in search of job recruits as the federal immigration crackdown unfolds.
ACLU of Utah blasts growing cooperation between local police, federal immigration officials
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Sept. 3 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
The ACLU of Utah is speaking out against increasing local cooperation with federal immigration officials, worried it could deter some from seeking help from local law enforcement.
Venezuelan transplant to Utah using books to connect Latino kids with their roots
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 31 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Venezuelan transplant José Guevara is using books to connect Latino kids with their roots via a nonprofit publishing venture he leads.
'Way too much': Utah violinist's detention by immigration officials sparks backlash from backers
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 30 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
The detention by immigration officials of Utah violinist John Shin, who's originally from South Korea, has prompted a strong outcry from his supporters.
'Unauthorized' immigrant estimates reach record highs in 2023 in Utah, US
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 26 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
The estimated number of "unauthorized" immigrants in Utah and the U.S. reached record highs in 2023, according to the Pew Research Center.
Utah National Guard asked to take on supportive role in immigration crackdown
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 25 - 2:22 p.m. | Save Story
Federal authorities have asked the Utah National Guard to take on a supportive role in aiding in the ongoing immigration crackdown.
Mariachi music and Bolivia, marking 200 years of independence, focus of weekend festivals
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 22 - 8:48 a.m. | Save Story
Mariachi music will be the focus of a festival on Friday in Salt Lake City, while Bolivian culture will be on display at a festival on Saturday in Orem.
Gov. Cox: Utah National Guard won't help with arrests if called to aid with immigration crackdown
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 21 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox said the Utah National Guard won't carry out arrests if called to aid with the immigration crackdown, though it could help with transportation logistics.
Utah conservatives focus on illegal immigration, note issues in finding comprehensive fix
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 18 - 7:20 p.m. | Save Story
Utah conservatives and GOP leaders gathered for a forum on illegal immigration, lauding President Donald Trump but noting the difficulties in finding a comprehensive fix.
'We care about our country': Bolivian in Utah watching from afar as presidential campaign unfolds
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 17 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
Voting in Bolivia's presidential election may be a difficult proposition, but Susy Lisi, an expat Bolivian in Utah, is watching from afar as the campaign unfolds.
Weber County immigrant arrest case provides insight into cooperative efforts with feds
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 13 - 8:05 a.m. | Save Story
The arrests last week by Weber County officials of four immigrants suspected of being here illegally provide insight into cooperative efforts with federal immigration authorities.
Utah Latino leaders air concerns in meeting with Sen. Escamilla amid immigration crackdown
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 9 - 12:03 p.m. | Save Story
A cross-section of Latino leaders met recently with Utah Sen. Luz Escamilla to air their concerns amid the immigration crackdown unfolding across the country.
'Need to be at the table': Provo leaders encourage Latino civic involvement
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 8 - 3:04 p.m. | Save Story
Provo leaders hosted an open house for the city's Latino and Spanish-speaking population to encourage increased civic participation from the group.
4 Utah leaders get Tonahuac Award for contributions to Latino community
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 5 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
Representatives from four Utah entities received the Tonahuac Award from the Federation of United Mexicans in Utah for their contributions to the Latino community.
Colorado apology notwithstanding, Utah attorneys still worry about younger immigrants
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 5 - 6:18 a.m. | Save Story
Notwithstanding the apology by a Colorado sheriff to a Utah immigrant, Utah attorneys still worry about the impact of President Donald Trump's crackdown on younger immigrants.
'Your voice matters': Provo to host town hall gathering geared to Spanish-speaking residents
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Aug. 4 - 8:30 p.m. | Save Story
Provo leaders are hosting a bilingual town hall gathering, "Your Voice Matters," to better engage the city's Spanish-speaking population in civic matters.
Mexican Consulate, Artes de Mexico hosting festival featuring Mexico's varied food offerings
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted July 30 - 11:30 a.m. | Save Story
The Mexican Consulate in Utah and Artes de Mexico are hosting a festival on Saturday featuring Mexico's varied food offerings.
Guatemalan officials explore creation of consulate, business ties during Utah visit
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted July 28 - 10:30 p.m. | Save Story
A contingent of Guatemalan lawmakers traveled to Utah to explore creation of a consulate in the state and business ties.
Utah Sheriffs Association leaders defend increasing cooperation with immigration officials
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted July 28 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
Leaders of the Utah Sheriffs Association defend the growing number of cooperative accords with immigration officials across Utah as a public safety mechanism.
Immigration crackdown having ripple effects at Latino festivals, spurring at least 1 cancellation
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted July 28 - 8:03 a.m. | Save Story
The ongoing crackdown on immigrants in the country illegally is having a ripple effect on Latino festivals in Utah, with the cancellation of at least one event.
Mother, 2 kids killed in West Jordan blaze had come from Venezuela in search of better life
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted July 23 - 4:50 p.m. | Save Story
The mother and two kids killed in a West Jordan blaze, allegedly set by the children's father who also died, had come to Utah from Venezuela in search of a better life.
Colorado attorney general sues deputy for role in Utah student's immigration arrest
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted July 23 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
The Colorado attorney general is suing a sheriff's deputy for his role in the detention last month of a University of Utah student by federal immigration officials.
Mexican brother-sister duo garner Teacher of Year honors in their respective school districts
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted July 22 - 10:05 a.m. | Save Story
Pablo De La Cruz Rodriguez and sister Lucía, both from Mexico, have garnered Teacher of the Year honors in the respective Utah school districts where they serve.
Wyoming jail tapped to hold out-of-state immigrant suspects, including some from Utah
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted July 20 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
A southwestern Wyoming jail has been tapped by the feds to help hold immigrants suspected of being in the country illegally from surrounding states, including Utah.
Peru, Colombia, Oaxaca, kites focus of varied Utah festivals and events Saturday
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted July 18 - 11:09 a.m. | Save Story
Peruvian and Colombian independence, the Mexican state of Oaxaca and kites will be the focus of a range of festivals and events on Saturday.
Gov. Cox defends immigration crackdown, says 'racial profiling is not acceptable' as efforts unfold
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted July 18 - 8:02 a.m. | Save Story
Gov. Spencer Cox defended the unfolding immigration crackdown, blasted by some, but says "racial profiling is not acceptable" as the efforts unfold.
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