Fireworks Safety from CPSC: A 3-Step Guide to a Safer Celebration

June 29, 2017

WASHINGTON, June 29, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — According to a new CPSC report of fireworks incidents in 2016, 11,100 consumers were injured and treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms and four died as a result of direct impact from fireworks.

Children younger than 5 had the second highest rate of injury behind young adults ages 20 to 24. Injuries associated with consumer fireworks were most often burns to the hands, face and head. Many of the fireworks injuries were a result of misuse or malfunction of fireworks.

What is considered misuse?

Mischief
Lighting fireworks inside a body part or in hand

What is a malfunction?

Fireworks straying off course
Short fuses
Blowouts and fragment pieces
Tip-over incidents

The four fireworks-related deaths were associated with illegal or professional devices. Three of the four deaths involved reloadable aerial devices, and the fourth involved illegal home manufacturing.

What are the 3 Steps to a Safer Celebration?

Never allow children to handle a firework device.
Check local laws and only use legal, consumer-grade fireworks.
Leave professional fireworks to the professionals.

CPSC Consumer Information Hotline
Contact us at this toll-free number: 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054)

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Illinois Latino Caucus Members, Labor Leaders Urge Action To Save Agribusiness, Protect Jobs

June 29, 2017

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, June 28, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Rep. Elizabeth Hernandez and members of the Latino Caucus and organized labor came together at the Capitol on Wednesday in support of a bipartisan effort authorizing table games at racetracks to salvage Illinois’ agribusiness economy, save 30,000 jobs and preserve the livelihood of thousands of Latino workers.

Hernandez (24^th District) filed an amendment to Senate Bill 7, the proposed gaming bill, that authorizes table games at racetracks. The bill, which passed the Illinois Senate last month, authorizes six new casinos with table games – adding even more gaming competition to the State and cheating Illinois’ racetracks and agribusiness industry of the same opportunity to compete. The same bill excludes the State’s three racetracks and denies Latino workers the opportunity for jobs that are going to new casinos across the state.

“We just want an equitable solution,” Hernandez said. “The passage of any gaming legislation that does not include table games at racetracks would doom the horseracing industry, cost up to 30,000 workers their jobs, and once again disproportionately impact Latino workers in my district and across the State.”

“This is a good jobs bill,” said Tim Drea, treasurer of the Illinois AFL-CIO. “The AFL-CIO and all our affiliates are very strongly supportive of the Latino Caucus and this legislation.”

Hernandez (24^th District) was joined by Rep. Silvana Tabares (21^st District) as well as representatives from the Illinois AFL-CIO, Unite HERE Local 450, Operating Engineers #399 and Teamsters Joint Council 25.

The amendment is supported by 14 members of the Latino Caucus who submitted a letter to leadership Wednesday urging the inclusion of table games for racetracks in legislation expanding gaming in Illinois.

Horseracing is part of a multi-billion dollar agribusiness industry in Illinois. Horse trainers and breeders are fleeing the state in search of higher purses, and four of the State’s seven racetracks have been shuttered in the past 25 years, costing thousands of workers their jobs.

The proliferation of 28,000 slot and video gaming consoles across the state and competition from new casinos has dramatically changed the gaming landscape over the past few years. Slot machines alone are no longer enough to save the State’s beleaguered agribusiness economy.

“The vast majority of the workforce at Illinois racetracks is Latino,” Rep. Jaime Andrade said. “As representatives of predominantly Latino districts, we are specifically invested in the quality and availability of employment opportunities. The tracks provide good, union jobs with fair wages and an opportunity for advancement.”

The addition of table games at racetracks would add an additional 1,000 jobs on top of what slot machines alone could offer. They’d also add tens of millions of dollars to Illinois coffers, more than doubling what slots alone could achieve.

The proposed gaming expansion in SB7 is a live-or-die issue for the agribusiness economy.

“It’s time to level the playing field,” Hernandez said. “We’re fighting for the right and fair solution. Why are we writing laws that favor one sector of the gaming industry over another? Let’s keep jobs here in Illinois agribusiness, not outsource them to the casinos. The Latino Caucus urges leadership to reject any gaming expansion that does not authorize table games at racetracks.”

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Will Your Sunglasses Protect You From Serious Eye Disease?

June 29, 2017

SAN FRANCISCO, June 28, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — With summer in full swing, the days are longer, the sun hotter, and the threat from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays, greater. Excess sun exposure can put you at risk of serious short-term and long-term eye problems. This is true for young and old, year-round. Prevention is simple. Wear sunglasses that block ultraviolet radiation. But how do you know if your sunglasses are up to the task of protecting your family’s sight?

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To bring attention to this important eye health matter, ophthalmologists — physicians who specialize in medical and surgical eye care — are sharing information on how to keep eyes safe from sun damage.

When shopping for sunglasses, look for a tag or label that says 100% protection against both UVA and UVB or 100% protection against UV 400. UV protection is the essential piece you need to look for in a pair of sunglasses. Darkness and color do not indicate the strength of UV protection, and neither does the price tag. Even the least expensive sunglasses can offer adequate protection.

If you doubt your sunglasses have the UV protection claimed by a retail tag, take them to an optical shop. Any shop that has a UV light meter can test your sunglasses. A UV light meter is a handy test for when you doubt your sunglasses have the UV protection claimed by a retail tag or if they are simply old and you want to make sure.

There is no doubt about the consequences of not protecting your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays. If eyes are exposed to strong sunlight for too long without proper protection, UV rays can burn the cornea and cause temporary blindness in a matter of hours.

Long-term sun exposure is linked to more serious eye disease, such as cataracts, eye cancer and growths on or near the eye. A lifetime of exposure also likely increases progression of age-related macular degeneration, a condition that can cause blindness.

“It’s so important for children to wear UV-blocking sunglasses early in life. It’s the cumulative damage that occurs over time that puts you at risk of developing sight-robbing eye disease,” said Jeff Pettey, M.D., a clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. “And it’s never too late to pick up the habit. Start protecting your eyes today.”

In addition to shades, consider wearing a hat with broad brim. They have been shown to significantly cut exposure to harmful rays. Also, don’t forget the sunscreen!

Find more information on how to protect your eyes from the sun year-round at the Academy’s EyeSmart website.

About the American Academy of Ophthalmology
The American Academy of Ophthalmology is the world’s largest association of eye physicians and surgeons. A global community of 32,000 medical doctors, we protect sight and empower lives by setting the standards for ophthalmic education and advocating for our patients and the public. We innovate to advance our profession and to ensure the delivery of the highest-quality eye care. Our EyeSmart® program provides the public with the most trusted information about eye health. For more information, visit www.aao.org.

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2018 Honda Fit Gets Fresh: New Styling, New Sport Trim, Added Tech and More Refinement Bring New Attitude

June 28, 2017

– 2018 model features more youthful and emotional character

– Fun-to-drive Fit adds new Sport trim with extra dose of style

– Honda Sensing® now available on Fit – offered on all trims

– Available new Display Audio with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™ compatibility

TORRANCE, California, June 28, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The 2018 model year brings significant updates to the third generation of the versatile 5-door subcompact Honda Fit including fresh sportier styling, a more dynamic and refined driving experience, new Sport trim, and substantially upgraded technology and premium features. In a first for Fit, the Honda Sensing^® suite of advanced safety and driver assistive technologies including Collision Mitigation Braking™ (CMBS™) and Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) is available on all Fit models and standard on EX and above trims. This makes Fit the most affordable car in America with such a robust offering of safety and driver-assistive features and the only vehicle within its segment to do so.

Exterior and Interior
The 2018 Honda Fit features updated and sportier styling, including a lower and wider appearance thanks to new front and rear fascia, a more sophisticated two-piece chrome and piano black grille, and new wheel finishes. Overall length of the 2018 Fit increases to 161.4 inches (+1.4) for LX, EX and EX-L models while Sport’s unique aero kit adds an additional 0.4 inches (161.8).

For 2018, the Fit offers an expanded exterior color palette with two exciting new options – Helios Yellow and Orange Fury. Carryover colors include White Orchid Pearl, Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic, Crystal Black Pearl, Milano Red and Aegean Blue Metallic. EX and above trims also feature a new two-tone finish on the 16-inch alloy wheels with machined spokes and gloss-black inserts.

The new Fit Sport trim features an even more aggressive and sporty look with aero form features at the front, sides and rear, integrated fog lights, and a low and sharp front splitter highlighted in bright orange. An exclusive gloss-black finish on the 16-inch alloy wheels further adds to the sporty look. At the rear, a three-strake diffuser with bright orange upper trim line, chrome exhaust finisher and Sport badge complete the Fit Sport’s distinct exterior styling.

On the inside, the Fit Sport distinguishes itself with a black interior with unique cross-hatched fabric for the seats and door trim. The exterior’s orange accent theme continues inside with bright orange stitching on the seats, console-mounted armrest, and leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob.

Features and Technology
For 2018, the Fit is offered in LX, EX, and EX-L trims, along with a new Sport trim positioned between LX and EX – each generously equipped. Standard features on all Fit models include rearview camera, tailgate spoiler, auto on-off headlights, LED brake lights, Bluetooth^® HandsFreeLink^® and a center storage console with armrest. All 2018 Fits feature a redesigned driver’s meter with a large analog speedometer and digital tachometer. Models equipped with HondaSensing^® receive a 4.2-inch Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) Driver Information Interface (DII) color display offering additional selectable information including available turn-by-turn directions.

The Fit Sport builds off the LX with exclusive interior trim featuring black cross-hatched fabric and orange accent stitching, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters on CVT models. In addition, the Sport model gains premium features found on EX trims including Honda’s 7-inch Display Audio touchscreen interface with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ compatibility, and a 180-watt six-speaker audio system.

The Fit EX includes Honda Sensing^® standard on both CVT and 6MT models. This marks the first application of Honda’s suite of advanced safety and driver assistive features to a model equipped with a manual transmission. The Fit EX also gains Honda LaneWatch™, XM Radio, variable intermittent wipers, Push Button Start, Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock^®, a one-touch power moonroof, and new sliding sunvisors.

The top trim Fit EX-L also includes Honda Sensing as well as leather-trimmed seats with 2-level heating for the front, heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals, and available navigation with HD Traffic and HD Radio.

*EXTERIOR FEATURES*	LX	Sport	EX	EX-L
2-Speed/Intermittent Windshield Wipers	•	•
Body-Colored, Power Side Mirrors	•	•	•	Heated
Roof-Mounted Antenna	•	•	•	•
Security System with Remote Entry	•	•	•	•
Multi-Reflector Halogen Headlights w/ Auto-On/Off	•	•	•	•
One-Touch Turn Indicators	•	•	•	•
Body-Colored Rear Roofline Spoiler	•	•	•	•
LED Brake Lights	•	•	•	•
Intermittent Rear Window Wiper/Washer	•	•	•	•
Body-Colored Door Handles	•	•	•	•
Fog Lights		•	•	•
Front Underbody Spoiler with Orange Trim		•
Rear Diffuser with Orange Trim		•
Side Underbody Spoilers		•
Chrome Exhaust Finisher		•
One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature			•	•
Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock®			•	•
Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers			•	•
Side Mirrors with Integrated Turn Indicators				•

*INTERIOR FEATURES*	LX	Sport	EX	EX-L
Air Conditioning w/ Air-Filtration System	•	•	•	•
Power Windows w/ Auto-Up/Down Driver’s Window	•	•	•	•
Power Door Locks	•	•	•	•
Illuminated Driver’s Window & Door Lock Controls	•	•	•	•
Cruise Control	•	•	•	•
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column	•	•	•	•
Center Console with Armrest	•	•	•	•
Beverage Holders	•	•	•	•
Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Vanity Mirrors	•	•	•	•
Map Lights	•	•	•	•
12-Volt Power Outlets (front/center console)	•	•	•	•
Passenger-Side Seatback Pocket	•	•	•	•
Remote Fuel Filler Door Release	•	•	•	•
Rear Window Defroster	•	•	•	•
Cargo Area Light	•	•	•	•
Door-Pocket Storage Bins (front/rear)	•	•	•	•
Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls	•	•	•	•
Driver’s Meter with Multi Information Display	•	•
Driver’s Meter with 4.2-inch TFT Color Display	Available (CVT model)	Available (CVT model)	•	•
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel and Shift Knob		•		•
Push Button Start			•	•
Sliding Sunvisors			•	•
Cargo Area Tie-Down Anchors			•	•
Floor Mats			•	•

Powertrain and Chassis
The 2018 Fit continues to offer a lively and responsive engine mated to either a slick-shifting 6-speed manual, offering an engaging driving experience on LX, Sport and EX trims; or an efficient Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with G-Shift Control, available on all trims. The Fit’s 1.5L DOHC direct-injected 4-cylinder i-VTEC™ engine with Variable Cam Timing (VTC) delivers up to 130 horsepower @ 6,600 rpm and 114 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,600 rpm (both SAE net). Through optimized emission control and a modified catalytic converter design, the 2018 Fit with CVT achieves the stringent SULEV-30 emission standards¹ (6MT achieves ULEV125) while still delivering the fun and efficient output for which Fit is well known.

2018 Fit Powertrain Details
Trims	LX, EX, Sport	LX, EX, Sport, EX-L
Engine	1.5L DOHC direct-injected 4- cylinder i-VTEC™ and VTC	1.5L DOHC direct-injected 4- cylinder i-VTEC™ and VTC
Transmission	6-speed manual (6MT)	CVT w/ G-Shift Control
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net)	130 @ 6600	128 @ 6600
Torque @ rpm (lb.-ft., SAE net)	114 @ 4600	113 @ 4600
Recommended fuel	Regular Unleaded	Regular Unleaded
CARB emissions rating¹	ULEV-125	SULEV-30
Tune-up interval	No scheduled tune-ups required for 100,000 +/- miles	No scheduled tune-ups required for 100,000 +/- miles

Taking Fit’s top-of-segment premium driving feel one-step further, ride comfort and handling characteristics have been improved for 2018 thanks to retuned suspension dampers, a more rigid steering system and additional body reinforcements. In addition to comfort and dynamic improvements, Fit offers a quieter cabin rivaling the best in its class, with adjustments made to transmission and steering system mounting hardware, combined with the addition of acoustic glass windshield and improved insulation throughout the vehicle.

The Fit’s rigid body structure is paired with a sophisticated chassis to deliver sporty handling with a steering linearity that gives the driver a sense of oneness with the vehicle unmatched in the subcompact segment.

Fuel Economy
The 2018 Fit retains its outstanding EPA fuel-economy rating² of 29/36/31 (city/highway/combined) for the manual transmission models, 33/40/36 for the LX trim with CVT and 31/36/33 for the EX, EX-L and Sport trim with CVT. The 6MT optimizes close individual ratios to aid performance while offering a wide overall range to improve fuel efficiency. The CVT enhances engine responsiveness, providing quick and smooth acceleration while improving fuel efficiency with a wide ratio range and low internal friction.

Packaging
Inside the 2018 Honda Fit continues to wow with a rear hatch providing access to a remarkably spacious and accommodating cargo area. With a low load floor, four dedicated seat modes and dozens of configurations, the Fit is the epitome of functionality and utility. Fold the 2^nd-row Magic Seat^® forward and the Fit provides an enormous 52.7 cubic feet of cargo space—more than any of its key hatchback competitors. Other configurations accommodate long and tall items, or allow two people to relax with their feet up when the Fit is parked.

The 2018 Fit offers exceptional utility via its 60/40 (right/left), split 2^nd-row Magic Seat, enabling multiple-configurable seating and cargo-carrying options. In the standard seatback-up/seat bottom-down position, there is ample room for three passengers to sit comfortably. As the seatback is split 60/40, one or two passengers can still be accommodated while extending the cargo-carrying capacity by folding down one side or the other. And since the Fit’s rear seat offers exceptional legroom, the rear passenger area can also accommodate a good-sized pet kennel or crate. The Magic Seat can easily be folded into any of its positions with levers accessible from the rear of the car or the rear doors.

*INTERIOR MEASUREMENTS*	LX, Sport	EX, EX-L
Headroom (front/rear)	39.5 in / 37.5 in	38.0 in / 37.6 in
Legroom (front/rear)	41.4 in / 39.3 in	41.4 in / 39.3 in
Shoulder Room (front/rear)	54.8 in / 52.6 in	54.8 in / 52.6 in
Hiproom (front/rear)	51.5 in / 45.1 in	51.5 in / 45.1 in
Cargo Volume (seat up/down)	16.6 cu ft / 52.7 cu ft	16.6 cu ft / 52.7 cu ft
Passenger Volume	95.7 cu ft	93.8 cu ft
Seating Capacity	5	5

Safety Performance and Driver Assist Features
Honda Sensing^®, Honda’s suite of advanced safety and driver assistive features, is available on Fit LX and Sport (equipped CVT) and standard on all EX and EX-L trims. The Honda Sensing suite includes: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) incorporating Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) and Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) incorporating Lane Departure Warning (LDW).

The 2018 Honda Fit also features a long list of standard active and passive safety features, including Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA™) with traction control, driver and passenger front and side airbags, side curtain airbags with rollover sensor, Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist and Honda’s next-generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure. The Fit is designed to achieve a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). All models feature a multi-angle rearview camera with guidelines, while EX and higher trims have Honda LaneWatch™ as standard equipment.

*SAFETY & DRIVER ASSIST FEATURES*	LX	Sport	EX	EX-L
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA^®) with Traction Control	•	•	•	•
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)	•	•	•	•
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)	•	•	•	•
Brake Assist	•	•	•	•
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	•	•	•	•
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	•	•	•	•
Multi-Angle Rearview Camera	•	•	•	•
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) (HS)	Available (CVT model)	Available (CVT model)	•	•
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) (HS)	Available (CVT model)	Available (CVT model)	•	•
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) (HS)	Available (CVT model)	Available (CVT model)	•	•
Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM) (HS)	Available (CVT model)	Available (CVT model)	•	•
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (HS)	Available (CVT model)	Available (CVT model)	•	•
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (HS)	Available (CVT model)	Available (CVT model)	•	•
Honda LaneWatch™			•	•
*SAFETY & DRIVER ASSIST FEATURES (cont.)*	LX	Sport	EX	EX-L
Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure	•	•	•	•
Advanced Front Airbags	•	•	•	•
SmartVent® Front Side Airbags	•	•	•	•
Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor	•	•	•	•
3-Point Seat Belts at all Seating Positions	•	•	•	•
Front 3-Point Seat Belts w/ Automatic Tensioning System	•	•	•	•
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2^nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2^nd-Row All)	•	•	•	•
Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Seat-Belt Reminder	•	•	•	•
Child-Proof Rear Door Locks	•	•	•	•
HS = Honda Sensing

Additional media information including high-resolution photography and video of the 2018 Honda Fit is available at www.hondanews.com/channels/fit.

Consumer information is available at www.automobiles.honda.com/fit. To join the Accord community on Facebook, visit www.facebook.com/hondafit.

About Honda

Honda offers a full line of reliable, fuel-efficient and fun-to-drive vehicles with advanced safety technologies sold through over 1,000 independent U.S. Honda dealers. The Honda lineup includes the Fit, Civic, Accord and Clarity series passenger cars, along with the HR-V, CR-V and Pilot sport/utility vehicles, the Ridgeline pickup and the Odyssey minivan.

Honda has been producing automobiles in America for 35 years and currently operates 19 major manufacturing facilities in North America. In 2016, more than 95% of all Honda and Acura vehicles sold in the U.S. were made in North America, using domestic and globally sourced parts.

[1] CVT models are LEV3-SULEV30-rated in California and states that have adopted California vehicle emission regulations. CVT models in non-CARB states and 6MT models in all 50 states are LEV3-ULEV125-rated.
[2] Based on 2018 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.

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(Español) América TeVé inicia transmisión de su campaña de verano bailando de la mano de NACHO

June 28, 2017

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(Español) Eliminación de tatuajes: Opciones y resultados

June 28, 2017

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A.B. Quintanilla III, Legendary Latin Musician/Record Producer/Songwriter, Set To Perform At House Of Blues Dallas This Friday, June 30, 2017

June 28, 2017

DALLAS, June 28, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — EKC PR client A.B. Quintanilla III, the GRAMMY winning record producer, songwriter, artist, multi-instrumentalist, and music producer/writer for the late great Selena, will be performing alongside his band Elektro Kumbia at the House of Blues Dallas this Friday, June 30 at 8:00pm. In addition, A.B. will present a special performance by his 15-year-old mentee, Nya, a rising young pop singer who A.B. has been working closely with on new music initiatives.

Continually blowing up the Latin American charts, A.B. Quintanilla III and Elektro Kumbia fuse traditional Cumbia with pop and electronica. This upcoming HOB performance will be celebrating the release of their debut album, featuring Latin flare at its finest.

“I’m so incredibly honored and excited to perform on the House of Blues stage,” says A.B. Quintanilla III. “We will be playing a combination of music from my previous records, as well as songs from our new Elektro Kumbia album which releases the same day. Also, I will be introducing a special young lady, Nya, who I have been producing and writing music for.”

No stranger to developing and guiding up-and-coming singers, A.B. has sold more than 80 million albums worldwide as a producer, songwriter, arranger, and artist, and has won multiple Latin GRAMMY awards. With history like this, he definitely knows a “thing or two” about what it takes to make a successful hit record.

To purchase tickets for A.B. Quintanilla III and Elektro Kumbia (with special guest Nya) at the HOB Dallas for this Friday, June 30, visit here.

For more information, or to interview A.B. Quintanilla III and/or Nya, please contact EKC PR, a full service Branding, Marketing, and Public Relations firm at 310.441.1000 or email [email protected]. Visit www.EKCPR.com.

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Race Forward and Center for Social Inclusion Uniting As One Organization

June 28, 2017

NEW YORK, June 28, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Two leading national racial justice nonprofit organizations, Race Forward: The Center for Racial Justice Innovation and Center for Social Inclusion (CSI), today announced that the two organizations are uniting under the name Race Forward. Glenn Harris, current president of CSI, will serve as president of the new organization.

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The decision to combine efforts and integrate the two organizations was borne out of opportunity, abundance, urgency, and a mutual desire for greater alignment and multiplied efforts to deliver on both organizations’ core principles of advancing racial equity and supporting communities most impacted by structural racism.

“Given the urgency of the political moment – a vibrant movement for racial justice across the country, and growing pushback against this movement – we could not pass up the opportunity to explore how coming together will help us rise to this moment,” said Sen, who will be transitioning to the role of Race Forward Senior Advisor after serving 11 years as President and Executive Director.

Both Race Forward and CSI have a long history of significant work on the front lines of the racial justice movement, bringing systemic analysis to complex race issues and helping people take effective action toward systemic racial equity in government, organizing, philanthropy, journalism, and other fields. As the United States stands at the brink of the greatest rollback of civil rights in decades, Sen and Harris recognized a unique opportunity to increase support for communities of color facing a period of heightened persecution and anxiety, while deepening a mutual commitment to build an inclusive democracy.

“Uniting as one organization is about combining our experiences, skills, and talents to address the multiple crises that communities of color face in this country,” said Harris. “Our work remains the same: to transform institutions and to partner with communities to use policy, culture, and narrative to center racial equity.”

Center for Social Inclusion catalyzes communities, government, and other institutions to dismantle structural racial inequity and create equitable outcomes for all. Race Forward advances racial justice through research, media, and practice. Race Forward publishes the award-winning daily news site Colorlines, which will continue to operate under the helm of Harris, and presents the biennial Facing Race National Conference.

Expanded work for the new Race Forward will incorporate CSI’s existing strategy to advance racial equity and will be organized into five functions: transforming institutions; narrative shift; movement and capacity building; policy development; and research.

In the coming months, the two organizations will undergo a strategic integration process, while existing programmatic work will continue in their current forms. Both teams are eager to identify new and innovative ways to continue their institutional work while deepening the new Race Forward’s commitment to partnering with communities to advance equity and foster the next generation of racial justice leaders.

For more information or media inquiries, please contact Xakota Espinoza at [email protected] or 917-633-7932.

Race Forward advances racial justice through research, media and practice. Founded in 1981, Race Forward brings systemic analysis and an innovative approach to complex race issues to help people take effective action toward racial equity. Race Forward publishes the daily news site Colorlines and presents Facing Race, the country’s largest multiracial conference on racial justice.

Founded in 2002, Center for Social Inclusion catalyzes community, government, and other institutions to dismantle structural racial inequity and create equitable outcomes for all. CSI’s core program, the Government Alliance on Race and Equity, is a national network of government working to achieve racial equity and advance opportunities for all.

SOURCE Race Forward: The Center for Racial Justice Innovation

Labor Commissioner’s Decision Results in $48,860 for Convenience Store Clerk Making Less Than Minimum Wage and No Overtime Pay

June 28, 2017

YUBA CITY, California, June 27, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Labor Commissioner’s Office announced that a Northern California convenience store owner paid a clerk $48,860 in back wages after the wage claim hearing officer ruled that the worker was not making minimum wage and was not paid overtime or double-time.

The clerk for Mike’s Food & Liquor, located in Olivehurst, filed a wage claim on March 17, 2015. His initial claim was for $14,520 in underpaid regular wages from January 1, 2013 to October 31, 2014. The claimant filed his claim without an attorney or other advocate representing him. The Labor Commissioner’s wage claim hearing officer found that the worker was underpaid much more than he originally claimed, determining the clerk was owed $42,980, consisting of $22,162 in regular and overtime wages, $14,707 in liquidated damages, $3,586 in interest and $2,524 in waiting time penalties.

“Workers that are not paid correctly are victims of wage theft and my office can help them get back what they have earned,” said Labor Commissioner Julie A. Su. “This case shows that when workers exercise their labor rights and come forward to report wage theft, they can do so on their own without an attorney, they can receive the wages they are owed, and in some cases even more.”

The clerk worked on average 62.2 hours per week, earning an average of 20.2 overtime hours and two double-time hours for working more than eight hours on the seventh consecutive day of the workweek. Regardless of the number of hours actually worked the employer paid the clerk for 80 hours every semi-monthly pay period, which resulted in an underpayment of regular wages because most months exceed four weeks.

The Labor Commissioner’s Office entered a judgment after the employer failed to pay the award and successfully recovered $48,860, the balance of the award plus post-judgment interest.

Most workers in California, unless exempt from overtime laws, must receive overtime pay of 1.5 times the regular rate of pay for all hours worked over 8 hours in a workday or over 40 hours in a week, and double the regular rate of pay for all hours worked over 12 hours in a workday. Workers paid less than minimum wage are entitled to receive liquidated damages, which equal the amount of underpaid wages plus interest. Waiting time penalties are imposed when the employer fails to provide workers their final paycheck upon separation.

The Labor Commissioner’s Office, officially known as the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, is a division of the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). Among its wide-ranging enforcement responsibilities, the Labor Commissioner’s Office inspects workplaces for wage and hour violations, adjudicates wage claims, investigates retaliation complaints and educates the public on labor laws.

In 2014, Commissioner Su launched the Wage Theft is a Crime multilingual public awareness campaign. The campaign defines wage theft and informs workers of their rights and the resources available to them to recover unpaid wages or report other labor law violations. Employees with work-related questions or complaints may contact DIR’s Call Center in English or Spanish at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734).

Members of the press may contact Peter Melton or Frank Polizzi at (510) 286-1161, and are encouraged to subscribe to get email alerts on DIR’s press releases or other departmental updates.

The California Department of Industrial Relations, established in 1927, protects and improves the health, safety, and economic well-being of over 18 million wage earners, and helps their employers comply with state labor laws. DIR is housed within the Labor & Workforce Development Agency. For general inquiries, contact DIR’s Communications Call Center at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734) for help in locating the appropriate division or program in our department.

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SOURCE California Department of Industrial Relations

The Alcatel PULSEMIX™ Heads Exclusively to Cricket Wireless

June 28, 2017

Alcatel PULSEMIX, exclusively from Cricket Wireless

ATLANTA, June 28, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Get in the mix with the Alcatel PULSEMIX™ smartphone, coming exclusively to Cricket Wireless July 21.

The PULSEMIX™ has a large 5.2″ HD screen, sleek all-black design, powerful quad-core processing power and dual cameras, both with flash. Mix, match and boost your PULSEMIX with exclusive SNAPBAK™ covers that bring added power, light, sound and life to your phone.

The Alcatel PULSEMIX™ boosts the fun and function of your smartphone at just $79.99 with activation of a smartphone plan. Bring your number to Cricket, and it’s yours for only $29.99¹.

What’s cool about it?
Snap. Mix. Match: Make it your own with exclusive SNAPBAK covers to boost your experience (sold separately).

LightUp SNAPBAK – Grab the spotlight wherever you are! With the LightUp SNAPBAK, customizable, multicolor, flashing LED lights illuminate with incoming calls, messages, e-mails, snaps, likes and mentions. Plus, pick a pattern or customize it to match your favorite color when playing music, playing games, attending a concert or just having fun.
Sound SNAPBAK – Become the life of the party and transform your PULSEMIX into a portable entertainment system with the Sound SNAPBAK. Get powerful and crisp high quality stereo sound from two 2.5 watt speakers. Amp up watching videos, listening to your favorite music with friends or catching up on your favorite TV shows with DIRECTV NOW, available for download on the Google Play Store.
Power SNAPBAK – Always running out of juice? Extend your battery life with the slim and easy-to-connect Power SNAPBAK.

Want more ways to make your PULSEMIX uniquely yours?

Use Color Catcher to express everyday moods. Color Catcher pulls color elements from your favorite photos or what you see around you to create color coordinated themes for your home screens, icons and LightUp SNAPBAK light shows.
With Private Mode you can keep sensitive data more secure with a separate passcode, even if you’re sharing your phone with your children or friends.
NextRadio delivers radio like you’ve never heard before. Stay up to date with your favorite radio stations and hear what’s on air in real time. You can even choose from tens of millions of tracks using OneTouch Music with Deezer from Cricket and make the perfect playlist for any occasion.

Who is it a great fit for?
Want to share videos and music with your friends and family? This is the phone you’ve been waiting for! Want a smartphone that has it all – with premium functionality without the premium price? You’re going to love the PULSEMIX. Want to stand apart from the crowd? This phone is definitely for you. Want your school-age kids to think you’re the coolest parents ever? Give them the PULSEMIX. Get the Alcatel PULSEMIX with ultimate customization.

Other Offers
For a limited time, Cricket is offering a $50 bill credit² to customers who bring their number to Cricket. And with Cricket’s Refer-a-Friend program, customers can earn up to $250 in credits³ each year by remaining a Cricket customer for 60 days, and referring their friends and family to Cricket. You and your friend both get a $25 credit when that friend accepts via the Cricket Rewards app, activates service and keeps service for 60 consecutive days.

For more on Cricket’s monthly rate plans, special pricing and product lineup, go to CricketWireless.com or visit a Cricket-branded store near you.

About Cricket Wireless
Cricket is bringing consumers more value with a simple, friendly, and reliable nationwide wireless experience with no annual contract. The power of Cricket is our nationwide 4G LTE network that covers more than 319 million people;* easy and affordable plans prices that include monthly taxes; and a great selection of phones customers love. Cricket, Something to Smile About. To check out the new Cricket or find a store near you, visit cricketwireless.com. Learn more on the Cricket newsroom and blog. And connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Cricket is a subsidiary of AT&T Inc. Coverage not available everywhere. © 2017 Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved. Cricket and the Cricket logo are trademarks under license to Cricket Wireless LLC.

¹ Req’s port-in & new svc activ. (activation fee up to $25) on qualifying monthly plan (min. $30) w/ first plan payment & tax due at sale; other fees & restr’s also apply.

² Excludes AT&T ports, basic phones & upgrades. Credit is forfeited if acct cancelled. $9.99 SIM Card Kit & unlocked, compatible smartphone req’d if bringing your device. Other restr’s also apply.

³Restrictions apply. See cricketwireless.com/rewards.

*Based on overall coverage in U.S. Download speeds max of 8Mbps (LTE)/4Mbps (4G). Compatible device required. 4G LTE coverage is not equivalent to overall network coverage

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