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Leslie Hurtado

Chicago

Multimedia Journalist at Freelance

Environmental Reporter w/ @ciceronoticias 🌏✨ Then: @raceandequity1 @city_bureau @borderless_mag @wttw @wbez @wgnnews @Telemundo Restore faith in communities💙

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  • 1 month ago | lumpenradio.com | Leslie Hurtado

    “Not In Distress” is a horror podcast that reclaims the genre as a space of power for women of color, blending film critique, politics, and lived experiences. While women have long been cast as damsels in distress, horror allows them to run, fight, and rewrite their narratives in ways reality often denies. Through sharp analysis, the podcast uncovers cinema’s reflection of real-world horrors and systemic injustices while celebrating the WOC reshaping both the genre and the political landscape.

  • Oct 10, 2024 | ciceroindependiente.com | Leslie Hurtado

    By Leslie HurtadoLeer en EspañolThe Town of Cicero Board of Trustees and President Larry Dominick met twice in July 2024 to discuss various ordinances and resolutions. In July, the board discussed several projects and initiatives. The Roosevelt Group, a lobbying organization, provided a brief update on their work in Cicero, including legislative advocacy and securing funds for important town projects.

  • Sep 26, 2024 | insideclimatenews.org | Leslie Hurtado |Cicero Independiente

    Read this article in English. Este artículo es parte de un proyecto de periodismo colaborativo entre Borderless Magazine, Cicero Independiente e Inside Climate News, dirigido por el Institute for Nonprofit News (INN). Fue financiado por Field Foundation e INN. La visión de Cicero para un nuevo parque inclusivo genera preocupación conforme la ciudad transforma un ex sitio industrial en un parque de juegos accesible para niños de todas las capacidades.

  • Sep 26, 2024 | insideclimatenews.org | Leslie Hurtado |Cicero Independiente

    Lea este artículo en español. This story is part of a collaborative reporting project led by the Institute for Nonprofit News and including Borderless Magazine, Cicero Independiente and Inside Climate News. It was supported by the Field Foundation and INN. Cicero’s vision for a new inclusive park is stirring concern as the suburban Chicago town transforms a former industrial site into a playground accessible for children of all abilities.

  • Sep 26, 2024 | ourcommunitynow.com | Leslie Hurtado

    Share Specialty Consulting, a Chicago engineering firm that is the environmental consultant for the Ability Park site’s cleanup, stated that the current remediation plan follows state regulations. Arturo Saenz, CEO and project manager, previously oversaw environmental services for the Crawford coal plant project.

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Leslie Hurtado
Leslie Hurtado @LessHurtMedia
5 Dec 24

RT @CiceroNoticias: 🎉 Our stunning new print edition is here, featuring incredible cover art by Ayla Mortada! Join us THIS THURSDAY at Fant…

Leslie Hurtado
Leslie Hurtado @LessHurtMedia
5 Dec 24

RT @CiceroNoticias: Remember this gem from 2021? Our Lows Chicanos de Cicero story about youth bonding over lowriders and exploring Chicano…

Leslie Hurtado
Leslie Hurtado @LessHurtMedia
27 Nov 24

RT @CiceroNoticias: As we mark 5 years of community journalism in Cicero and Berwyn, we want to create a space for healing and connection.…