HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

The Hispanic vote in Florida represents 12% of the state’s voters. The question is, will they actually vote?

H-2A visas are designated for people to come to the U.S. and temporarily work in agriculture.

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World Food Trucks, located in a parking lot off of W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway in Kissimmee, is also a popular place for Hispanic vendors.

Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez said he has fulfilled his promise to have bilingual Spanish speakers answer the phones in his 911 dispatch center.

As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to an end, Disney Springs is continuing to celebrate diversity by highlighting the work of Latino artists on their murals.

It's the music Steven "Esteban" Carrillo said brings the crowds together at Walt Disney World's EPCOT.

News 6 producer discusses how her grandfather helped out migrants through his church for Hispanic Heritage Month

The Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater will play host to “Celebrating Hispanic Voices: An Evening of Spoken Word” at 7 p.m. Friday.

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, News 6 reporter Ezzy Castro explains the tradition and culture behind Cafecito and shares her recipe.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hispanic Heritage Month is more than halfway over, but we still have so many stories to tell. Join us for our special “Hispanic Heritage Month: Breaking Barriers.”It’s a look at the struggles and successes within Central Florida’s Hispanic community. You can click here to stream it live online, click here to watch it on your mobile device and click here to watch it on your smart TV. Read: Company pledges to reduce Puerto Rico outages amid angerRead more Hispanic Heritage Month stories here. Hispanic Heritage Month: What you need to know The U.S. Hispanic population increased to 62.1 million in 2020, a growth of 23% over the previous decade.

First lady Jill Biden says Republican leaders have underestimated the power of women and that it's up to Democrats to make sure the GOP doesn't make that mistake again.

Immigration lawyer, Laura Quintero, with Quintero Fortich Legal, explained what a Temporary Protected Status is, also known as a TPS.

From superheroes praising tacos to an improper tilde, many businesses fail to connect with members of the community during Hispanic Heritage Month.

The first annual Latinx Culture and Health Festival will be held in downtown Orlando at Lake Eola next week.

Lorena Pages went from working in the fashion design industry to becoming a full-time social media content creator — using her cats to create funny videos.

Walt Disney World has rolled out special offerings as it celebrates Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month.

Lake Nona will be the place to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month.

Hispanic Heritage Month is in full swing.

Perla and Isabella left their countries at 16 without their parents to follow their dreams. That journey led them to UCF where their work is being recognized internationally.

Maritza Avila-Vazquez took the podium with pride on Thursday in front of members of the Rotary Club in Deltona to shame some history about Hispanic heritage and why she calls the city she was elected in home.

CLERMONT, Fla. — Thursday is the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month. Read: Amtrak working to restore canceled long-distance trains after railway labor agreement reachedChannel 9 is celebrating Hispanic entrepreneurs in Central Florida. One Venezuelan business owner in Clermont said she is living the American Dream. Read: Florida flew 2 planes of migrants to MassachusettsIt’s an expertly curated and manicured store. Watch: Dangerous dog held in isolation for nearly 15 months due to court delaysThen, COVID-19 hit.

How the 31-day observation and celebration of Hispanic and Latin cultures began

The reception will give guests a chance to meet the artists behind the exhibit, feature the Street Fusion Latin food truck and will include a performance from by the Don Soledad Group.

The Appleton Museum of Art at College of Central Florida is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with free and tickets events from Sept. 15 to Oct. 8.

News 6 traffic safety expert Trooper Steve Montiero answers viewer questions about the rules of the road every week, helping Central Florida residents become better drivers by being better educated.

Aquatica Orlando is excited to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month once again with an unforgettable pool party in the #1 rated outdoor water park according to the USA Today 10 Best Reader’s Choice Awards.

Latino comic book fans have taken to social media to call out DC Comics' latest attempt at appealing to their Latino fans. Art shows DC superheroes holding or eating a variety of Latin American foods.

The city of Orlando is looking for local artists to display during Hispanic Heritage Month, which is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.

While a quarter of Hispanics identify as AfroLatinx and more than half of Hispanics as “mixed race,” according to the Pew Research Center.

A group of students joined the UCF Puerto Rico Research Hub for a panel discussion

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Tammy Weber De Millar is the director of Flamenco del Sol dance studio in Oviedo, Florida. Although her genetic makeup is Polish, her heart and soul overflows with Spanish culture.

Throughout the years, the National Football League has worked extensively to grow the game of football in Mexico -- from playing a regular-season game each year in Mexico City, to starting up more youth programs in the country to get kids involved from a young age.

Central Florida has seen exponential growth in the last several years, particularly due to Hispanics looking to do business and raise their families here.

ORLANDO, Fla. — The series of Hispanic Heritage Month events continued across Florida Tuesday, making a stop at the Amway Center in the City of Orlando. During tonight’s @citybeautiful Hispanic Heritage Month event, we celebrated our city’s vibrancy and commitment to inclusion. “Our people are not well informed, and therefore, we’re seeing so many needs,” the city’s lone Hispanic commissioner, Tony Ortiz said. Ortiz said community members needed to vote on the issues and stop casting ballots for candidates who campaigned on empty promises. READ: Florida’s Hispanic vote seeing growthAs the Hispanic population has grown – through both immigration and larger family sizes – there are signs members are beginning to utilize their clout.

Ignacio Saturnino “Lou” Molinet was first Hispanic player to play in the NFL

Many people are always looking to enhance their beauty routine. For the owner of Bettina Cosmetics, she’s not only helping customers with their look, she’s also helping business owners with their success.

Central Florida is home to many Latin and Hispanic markets, but you can find many ingredients at Publix, too.

For many decades, the game of dominoes has been part of Hispanic families, particularly those from the Caribbean.

News 6 Senior Executive Producer of News and Special Projects Angel Blazquez had just what I needed: a recipe for Picadillo.

On Wednesday, 30 Central Florida students were honored during a scholarships awards ceremony hosted by the Hispanic Heritage Scholarship Fund of Metro.

It is one of the most famous songs recorded, depicting one of the most famous tragedies in music history.

In the wake of the Pulse tragedy in 2016, five individuals gathered at the Hispanic Federation with a box of Publix fried chicken to discuss how to move forward.

Here's a look at some important holidays and celebrations in Hispanic cultures.

Former pro boxer uses Hispanic heritage to better serve community as firefighter-paramedic

The studio offers beginner and advanced salsa, bachata and hip hop classes to kids, teens and adults, as well as advanced contemporary levels.

ORLANDO, Fla. — Eyewitness News presents “Hispanic Heritage Month: Central Florida: Se Habla Espanol” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday on Channel 9. READ: 9 things to know about Hispanic Heritage MonthThe special will also air on wftv.com, the WFTV news app and the WFTV Now app. Here’s how you can tune in:Television streaming apps:Our WFTV Now app is free on Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV Stick. READ: Hispanic Heritage Month: AdventHealth doctors use language to save lives in Osceola CountyMobile apps:The WFTV News app is available in the app store, but you can also download it for free by clicking on this link. Quiz: What do you know about Hispanic Heritage Month?

The Inspiration4 mission taking place in the midst of Hispanic Heritage Month brought to mind two trailblazing astronauts.

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EPCOT isn’t the only place in Orlando where people can journey through different countries and cultures. Berlitz Language Center also gives residents and visitors the international experience that comes with learning a new language.

Experience different parts of Latinx and Hispanic cultures by trying some of these activities this month.

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A big part of the Latino and Hispanic communities are celebrities making an impact worldwide, showcasing not just their talents but their roots as well.

One of golf’s more entertaining events, the Ryder Cup, begins on Friday and figures to be a lively and must-see event, once again, for golf and sports fans throughout the world.

Born in New York to Puerto Rican parents, Linnette Johnson said Hispanic Heritage Month is a reminder of her roots.

New dolls: Barbie dolls depicting Celia Cruz, left, and Julia Alvarez were unveiled by Mattel this week as part of Hispanic Heritage Month. (Mattel)Toy giant Mattel is marking Hispanic Heritage Month with two new Barbie dolls. >> Read more trending newsThe company unveiled Barbie dolls depicting singer Celia Cruz, a salsa star known as “La Guarachera de Cuba,” and Dominican American author-activist Julia Alvarez, “Good Morning America” reported. The Cruz doll is decked out in a red tulle gown with gold embroidery, the Miami Herald reported. — Barbie (@Barbie) September 15, 2021Alvarez, 71, was born in New York City.

Florida Puerto Rican Parade & Festival The Florida Puerto Rican Parade & Festival is coming to Orlando this weekend. (WFTV.com News Staff)ORLANDO, Fla. — The Florida Puerto Rican Parade & Festival is coming to Orlando this weekend. The parade will air on WRDQ TV 27 from 11 a.m. till 1 p.m. and on the WFTV Now app/stream. Here’s how you can tune in:Television streaming apps:Our WFTV Now app is free on Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV Stick. Click here to download it.

Nearly 20% of Americans are Latino or Hispanic and they buy more movie tickets per capita. But a new report says just 7% of all lead characters in 2019's top-grossing films were Hispanic or Latino.

The initiative is backed by the group Friends of the National Museum of the American Latino. The journey toward a Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino began in 2004. Other museums in the making for minority groupsLatino people aren't the only ones trying to get a national Smithsonian museum. In this congressional session alone, there are similar bills for a Smithsonian Women's History Museum, a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture, and a National Museum of Irish American History. Of all the bills, the Women's History Museum has the most traction.

KISSIMMEE, Fla. - This Hispanic Heritage Month, military veterans want people to remember a specific group that helped fight in the Korean War: the Borinqueneers. The soldiers were the Puerto Rican regiment of the U.S. Army and belonged to the 65th Infantry Regiment. The 65th Infantry Regiment was the only Hispanic regiment of the U.S. Army. In 2016, Congress honored the 65th Infantry Regiment with the Congressional Gold Medal. "We're trying to reach out to the schools so that they can make sure that, during Hispanic Heritage month, that they're recognizing the Borinqueneers," Rentas said.

This Hispanic Heritage Month, Central Florida's Puerto Rican population wants people to remember the local people who fought for the U.S.: the Borinqueneers. Copyright 2019 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.

President Donald Trump is accusing House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of trying to distract voters from the Democratic impeachment inquiry with promises to work with the White House on lowering drug prices and other initiatives. "Nancy Pelosi just said that she is interested in lowering prescription drug prices & working on the desperately needed USMCA. Lowering drug prices and impeachment "have nothing to do with each other," Pelosi told reporters. Just last week, Pelosi said she hoped to work with Trump on a bill to lower prescription drug prices even after launching a formal impeachment inquiry. The bill would need to pass not only the House but the Republican-controlled Senate and be signed by Trump.

It's Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrities like Emilio Estefan are joining an effort to build a Latino Museum in Washington, D.C.

It is Hispanic Heritage Month, and what a better way to celebrate than with some flavorful and easy recipes that can be made in an Instant Pot? The Instant Pot is a fantastic way to cook meat so it's super tender in a short period of time, so it's perfect for things like pork carnitas and chicken enchiladas. Achieving the most tender pork in the Instant Pot is easier than baking a cake. The best part about this Instant Pot recipe is that everything is cooked inside the pot, so you don't end up dirtying every pot and pan in the kitchen. You will never cook ground beef for tacos any other way after you do it in the Instant Pot.

ORLANDO, Fla. - Spice up your meals for Hispanic Heritage Month by trying one of these two traditional recipes. Hispanics have introduced Americans to a variety of cultures and a melting pot of foods. Two of those foods enjoyed by millions are arepas, a treat made with corn meal, and pandebono, which is made with tapioca flour, corn flour and cheese. The typical arepa is made with white corn and cheese, but there's also a type of corn in Colombia called choclo that is sweet. It's through traditional dishes that they're keeping new generations connected to their Hispanic roots.

(CNN) - Google kicked off the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month with a Doodle tribute to Mexican-American botanist and explorer Yns Mexa. "I wasn't aware of who Yns Mexa was, but when I started the project and researched her life, I was amazed at her accomplishments," Lora said in a Q&A with Google. According to Google, Mexa embarked on her first plant-collection trip on this day in 1925. She collected about 150,000 plant specimens, and some estimate that about 500 of those were previously undiscovered. Scientists continue to study Mexa's samples to this day, and the plant specimens she collected are housed in museums and institutions around the world.

Each year, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, so if youre not marking the occasion already, maybe its time to start. Everyone could bring a Latin dish and maybe provide some background on its history. Find Spark recommends showcasing famous paintings or photography by Hispanic artists or about Latin America. This doesnt have to be a massive undertaking -- you could check out your local options; maybe a nearby university or library could help you get some inspiration. Go support a nearby Hispanic establishment, restaurant, museum or venue.