Amid Coronavirus, Joe Biden Wins Democratic Primaries – Former Vice President Joe Biden claimed crushing victories in Democratic primaries this week in Arizona, Illinois and Florida. This gives Biden an advantage of about 300 delegates over Senator Bernie Sanders, who is re-evaluating his next steps. The Ohio primary was postponed due to the public health emergency created by the spread of the coronavirus. Four other states have done the same. José López Zamorano reports on this and other news from Washington.
How Are Immigrant Families Surviving Isolation Over the Coronavirus Emergency? – The U.S. government has declared a national emergency in response to the spread of the coronavirus. Nearly all state governments have done the same, shutting down schools, restaurants, bars and gyms, among other activities. In California, a dozen counties have mandated “Shelter in Place,” urging residents to isolate themselves at home. Both the federal and state governments have approved aid packages for those laid off or potentially evicted. How are some immigrant families surviving this crisis? Rubén Tapia reports from Los Angeles.
Traditional Arts at the Forefront of Change in Historic Los Angeles Neighborhood – A leading California traditional arts organization celebrated a decade of promoting culture in a historic Los Angeles neighborhood with the launch of the publication “SaludArte.” For ten years, musicians, painters, weavers, poets and other traditional artists have accompanied the struggle of the Latino community to overcome marginalization and discrimination. The experiences of these traditional artists are reflected in this cultural guide for new generations. Jessica Bedolla attended the celebration and reports from Los Angeles.
