Sugar Sweet Dreams: A Business With A Greater Purpose
Born and raised in Mexico City, Tania Marquez is a Dreamer who is giving back to her community one delicious cake at a time!
Chicago’s ‘Colores Mexicanos’
“We had a garage sale with face masks, all handmade. And that was when the boom began.”
Atalia World: ‘Eres mágica’
“I look to inspire Latina women that are in the same position as me,” Marileenny Figuera
La Platería: from Taxco to Chicago
Sánchez’s family oversee the entire process, from when the silver is extracted from Taxco’s rich silver mines, to the design and manufacturing of the finished products.
Promoting South American artisans and bringing Latinx culture to Chicago
“The skills to make these products have been passed down from generation to generation,” Vargas explained.
One Stop Party Shop: Dulcería La Fiesta Inc.
“We always say, if you don’t find what you are looking for here, just let us know, and we’ll create it.”
Elizabeth Quezada: Matteli’s Bakery
“I’m trying to support our farmers and, in turn, feed our community healthy bread,” says Quezada.
Grandfather’s Recipe Brings Mezcal From Oaxaca To Chicago
Family business provides opportunities for Indigenous community.
Community Leaders Come Together To Find Solutions For Housing Crisis In Chicago
Program affords families the opportunity to stay in neighborhoods they’ve lived in their whole lives and be protected from the rapid gentrification.
¡Presente!: Latino Businesses May Be The U.S. Economy’s Best Bet
New products and services generate local jobs and tax revenue.
Sale-in-error study shows how tax buyers transfer wealth from low-income areas
The study showed how private investors exploit loopholes to profit from already financially struggling communities.
Homeowners shocked by tax hikes should read bills to find out where their money goes
Analysis shows that in the south suburbs, the median tax bill increased.