Jorge Martinez

2 months ago | medillonthehill.medill.northwestern.edu | Jorge Martinez |Jorge Martínez |Rachel Spears |Edward Cruz

WASHINGTON — On a recent afternoon the lunch rush was in full swing as Hill staffers stood in line in one of the Capitol’s many dining spots. From Dunkin’ to Subway to a beloved frozen yogurt stand, the options available can fulfill any craving. As most Americans can agree, everyone needs to eat. But the overwhelming majority of Americans — nearly 80% — said that the United States is more divided than ever before, according to a recent Gallup study. The makeup of the 119th Congress is no different.

2 months ago | medillonthehill.medill.northwestern.edu | Jorge Martinez |Jorge Martínez

BOSTON — Harvard University became the final Ivy League school last week to partner with QuestBridge’s National College Match, committing to admit low-income students with full scholarships despite a national push against diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Since 1994, QuestBridge has connected high school seniors with leading U.S. universities. It currently has 55 college partners, now including all eight Ivies.

Jul 22, 2024 | ciceroindependiente.com | Jorge Martinez |Jorge Martínez

By Jorge MartinezLeer en EspañolIn Berwyn, IL, Proksa Park became a lively hub of food, live music and activities at the 4th annual Juneteenth Spirit Festival on June 23. The festival, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, brought community members together to spotlight local Black-owned businesses and celebrate Black culture. “It’s important to neighbors of all cultures and races to be open and see similarities,” said Summer Butler, the festival’s main organizer.

Jun 19, 2024 | dailynorthwestern.com | Jorge Martinez |Jorge Martínez

Northwestern freshman Aaron, who wanted to use a pseudonym for safety, hovered his computer mouse over Shepard Hall on a map before dropping a pin with a message. “I had my first kiss on campus in Shepard. It was the first time I felt I could be openly gay,” read his note. Aaron just added a digital landmark on Queering The Map, an interactive online platform where LGBTQ+ people can tag a location and share an anonymous experience.

Apr 10, 2024 | illinoisanswers.org | Derek Kravitz |Jorge Martinez |Jorge Martínez |Dillon Bergin

Editor’s note: This story was republished from Cicero Independiente and MuckRock. In mid-January, at a non-descript YMCA in Berwyn, a secret meeting was held by the publicly-traded chemicals company Koppers and a group of seven elected officials and employees of the nearby Village of Stickney, the location of the company’s plant. A catered lunch was provided. Stickney’s longtime mayor was in attendance.