Tag: Latino Workers
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California Agriculture Booms in 2026, but Farmworkers Face Growing Heat Challenges California Agriculture Booms in 2026, but Farmworkers Face Growing Heat Challenges
California July 7, 2026

California Agriculture Booms in 2026, but Farmworkers Face Growing Heat Challenges

As California’s agricultural economy grows, farmworkers face rising risks from extreme heat, ... more

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Latino Workers Keep America Moving, But New Jobs Data Shows Growing Pressure on Families Latino Workers Keep America Moving, But New Jobs Data Shows Growing Pressure on Families
Cover Story July 6, 2026

Latino Workers Keep America Moving, But New Jobs Data Shows Growing Pressure on Families

Latino workers remain one of the strongest forces in the U.S. economy, ... more

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LA Metro’s World Cup Transit Boom Is Creating Jobs and Changing How Los Angeles Moves LA Metro’s World Cup Transit Boom Is Creating Jobs and Changing How Los Angeles Moves
Economy July 5, 2026

LA Metro’s World Cup Transit Boom Is Creating Jobs and Changing How Los Angeles Moves

Hundreds of transit jobs, expanded bilingual hiring and record ridership are giving ... more

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Boyle Heights Fire: Behind the Smoke Zone Is a Workforce at Risk Boyle Heights Fire: Behind the Smoke Zone Is a Workforce at Risk
LA June 28, 2026

Boyle Heights Fire: Behind the Smoke Zone Is a Workforce at Risk

A new UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute analysis finds the Lineage ... more

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Los Angeles Added 9,000 Jobs. So Why Is It Still Hard to Find Good-Paying Work? Los Angeles Added 9,000 Jobs. So Why Is It Still Hard to Find Good-Paying Work?
Economy June 28, 2026

Los Angeles Added 9,000 Jobs. So Why Is It Still Hard to Find Good-Paying Work?

Healthcare, restaurants and construction continue hiring, but manufacturing, Hollywood and other higher-paying ... more

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Latino Unemployment Holds at 5% as Federal Cuts and Tech Layoffs Reshape U.S. Job Market Latino Unemployment Holds at 5% as Federal Cuts and Tech Layoffs Reshape U.S. Job Market
Labor May 27, 2026

Latino Unemployment Holds at 5% as Federal Cuts and Tech Layoffs Reshape U.S. Job Market

The latest federal labor report reveals slowing job growth, layoffs in key ... more

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They Built California Kitchens. Now a Deadly Dust Is Destroying Latino Workers’ Lungs They Built California Kitchens. Now a Deadly Dust Is Destroying Latino Workers’ Lungs
Health May 19, 2026

They Built California Kitchens. Now a Deadly Dust Is Destroying Latino Workers’ Lungs

Health officials warn that engineered stone countertops are fueling a fast-moving silicosis ... more

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The New Hiring Reality: AI, Layoffs, and the Fight for Adaptability The New Hiring Reality: AI, Layoffs, and the Fight for Adaptability
Labor May 19, 2026

The New Hiring Reality: AI, Layoffs, and the Fight for Adaptability

As artificial intelligence transforms hiring and entry-level work, Latino professionals and Gen ... more

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How AI Is Reshaping Entry-Level Jobs in California and What Workers Can Do Next How AI Is Reshaping Entry-Level Jobs in California and What Workers Can Do Next
Labor May 17, 2026

How AI Is Reshaping Entry-Level Jobs in California and What Workers Can Do Next

New research shows Latino workers face higher automation risks in California, but AI ... more

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What Gavin Newsom’s New California Budget Means for Latino Families What Gavin Newsom’s New California Budget Means for Latino Families
Cover Story May 14, 2026

What Gavin Newsom’s New California Budget Means for Latino Families

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget preserves major social programs and education funding, ... more

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Older Americans Need Jobs — and See Opportunity Older Americans Need Jobs — and See Opportunity
Latinos May 11, 2026

Older Americans Need Jobs — and See Opportunity

A new Gallup poll shows young Americans now view the job market ... more

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“Made in Los Angeles County” Proposal Could Direct Billions Toward Local Businesses and Workers “Made in Los Angeles County” Proposal Could Direct Billions Toward Local Businesses and Workers
Immigration May 10, 2026

“Made in Los Angeles County” Proposal Could Direct Billions Toward Local Businesses and Workers

Los Angeles County leaders advanced a proposal to steer county purchasing toward ... more

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Latino Riders Likely Driving LA Metro Ridership Growth in 2026, With Pomona and East LA Emerging as Key Corridors Latino Riders Likely Driving LA Metro Ridership Growth in 2026, With Pomona and East LA Emerging as Key Corridors
LA May 2, 2026

Latino Riders Likely Driving LA Metro Ridership Growth in 2026, With Pomona and East LA Emerging as Key Corridors

New ridership estimates suggest Latino commuters remain the backbone of Los Angeles ... more

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The Jobs AI Is Changing Fast Are Held by Many Latino Workers in California The Jobs AI Is Changing Fast Are Held by Many Latino Workers in California
Business Cover Story April 28, 2026

The Jobs AI Is Changing Fast Are Held by Many Latino Workers in California

The AI job impact on Latino workers in California is accelerating as ... more

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“I’m Not Going to LA” Travel Drop Sparks World Cup Fears “I’m Not Going to LA” Travel Drop Sparks World Cup Fears
LA April 26, 2026

“I’m Not Going to LA” Travel Drop Sparks World Cup Fears

Los Angeles tourism decline 2026 reflects a drop in international visitors linked ... more

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DACA Renewal Delays Leave California Educators and Professionals Facing Job Interruptions DACA Renewal Delays Leave California Educators and Professionals Facing Job Interruptions
DACA April 24, 2026

DACA Renewal Delays Leave California Educators and Professionals Facing Job Interruptions

DACA renewal delays are leaving workers without valid permits, affecting schools, healthcare, ... more

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California Latinos Put in More Work but See Less Pay, UCLA Study Shows California Latinos Put in More Work but See Less Pay, UCLA Study Shows
Labor April 5, 2026

California Latinos Put in More Work but See Less Pay, UCLA Study Shows

Latino wage gap California reveals a growing disconnect between workforce dominance and ... more

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Trump Administration Turns to H-2A Visas to Fill Farm Labor Gap Trump Administration Turns to H-2A Visas to Fill Farm Labor Gap
Immigration March 15, 2026

Trump Administration Turns to H-2A Visas to Fill Farm Labor Gap

Farmers say stricter immigration enforcement and border policies are worsening a long-standing ... more

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Home Depot Faces Boycotts as Housing Slowdown Deepens Home Depot Faces Boycotts as Housing Slowdown Deepens
Business Cover Story February 26, 2026

Home Depot Faces Boycotts as Housing Slowdown Deepens

Home Depot boycott impact intersects with a stalled housing market, raising economic ... more

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