Rita Ferro was one of several honorees recognized for their contributions to elevating the Hispanic narrative and celebrating the work Latinos do each and every day.
The 30-day celebration with festivals, food, and more was started as a weeklong event in 1968 by President Lyndon B. Johnson and was later extended by President Ronald Reagan.
It's showtime for "Electric Bloom." Star Carmen Sanchez reveals her character's influences, from "Hannah Montana," to "Wizards" and her Hispanic heritage. Watch Sept. 17 on Disney+.
Chicago's annual Puerto Rican People's Day Parade brought a crowd out to Humboldt Park on Saturday.
The event gathered top Spanish-Language and Latine media, along with Latine nominees, at Grandmaster Recorders in Los Angeles.
"Hamster and Gretel" voice actress Jenny Lorenzo shares her thoughts on the power of media, embracing diversity and advocating for a DIY approach to Latino success.