Blanca Torres

Writer. Journalist. Producing for @KQEDForum. Mexican-American, native of Pasco, WA, @VanderbiltU grad, @NAHJ member, and @LTA1975 alum.

[Blanca Torres @BlancaWrites]

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[Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @AOC]

I represent LaGuardia Airport as well as workers for JFK.

Trump gutted the Aviation Safety committee last week.

Air traffic controllers - already understaffed - got Trump’s “buyout” this week with a 1 week ultimatum to decide.

It’s not DEI - it’s him. And Elon too.

[Azul Dahlstrom-Eckman @zuliemann]

West Oakland's 16th Street Station has been added to the National Register of Historic Places. Advocates hope this will finally spur badly needed repairs and a new life for the station. @KQEDnews

https://t.co/8kGzucFjlC

[Mike Madrid @madrid_mike]

Doing some research for an upcoming article on the last “mass deportation” of Mexicans during the 1930’s.

Over half of those deported were US citizens.

[Julio Ricardo Varela @julito77]

@_HispanosUnidos @gerry_cadava don't miss @LatNewsletter podcast where Professor Cadava was my guest!

https://t.co/cgdh97XmaJ

[Latino USA @LatinoUSA]

On the latest @LatinoUSA, @Maria_Hinojosa continues her conversation with @diegoluna_ and @GaelGarciaB. They discuss their documentary "State of Silence," creating political art, and working in both Mexico and the U.S.

Produced by @ReynaldoLeanos.

https://t.co/t3KWixOQ5O

[KQED @KQED]

Tomorrow, November 5, is Election Day.

Polls open 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. Results start 8 p.m. and are certified by county election officials by December 5. If you haven't voted yet, check out KQED's 2024 voter guide: https://t.co/17nVN9yd1S

[POCHO BOY MEETS WORLD @alan_chazaro]

For @GQMexico, I was asked to reflect on Fernando Valenzuela’s impact on Mexican American fans, in light of the Dodgers win. Perhaps the most culturally influential Mexican-born athlete who arrived at the right time, in the right place 🙏 https://t.co/5NhZCbLQ1R

[Sewell Chan @sewellchan]

The @SF_PressClub just awarded its first-ever Courage in Journalism Award to @marielgarzaLAT, the editorials editor who last week resigned from @latimes to protest the nixing of its planned presidential endorsement.
https://t.co/UQsNHOblyl

[Variety @Variety]

Aubrey Plaza calls out comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's controversial joke about Puerto Rico.

"Thankfully, my sweet abuelita wasn’t here to hear that disgusting remark. But if she was alive today, I think she would say, ‘Tony Hinchcliffe, go f--- yourself.’" https://t.co/ucQopAR2ON

[Daniel Hernandez ✍🏽🌞 @longdrivesouth]

NEW: "Día de Muertos is not just another day to dress up in costume. It’s not the new Halloween. It’s a chance for many to reclaim Mexico’s Indigenous roots." By Paola Briseño-Gónzalez, plus a step-by-step guide for your ofrenda and 2 recipes @latimes 🫀https://t.co/VEiWTTSYnw

[Farida Jhabvala Romero @FaridaJhabvala]

Large fire in Oakland near Keller Av 580 exit. First responders dousing water in residential area. ⁦@KQEDnews⁩

[Ezra David Romero @climatedaddy_]

I’m looking to talk to a few first time young voters for a @KQEDnews story. Know of anybody? 🗳️

[Jack Herrera @jherrerx]

As many as 50% of Texas construction workers are undocumented.

The industry is struggling with severe labor shortages, the result of a seemingly inviolable trend: as the U.S. gets richer, Americans are increasingly unwilling to work with their hands, no matter the pay.

[The Bay @TheBayKQED]

We're hiring an intern! Please apply by Nov. 8th.

This internship pays $18.67 per hour, working 16 hours per week from January 21, 2025 through June 27th, 2025. https://t.co/u0nyzw0k5W

[Ellen Kamei @mtnviewellen]

Que onda? A lot!

Thank you @BlancaWrites @KQED K Onda KQED Monthly — Stories elevating the voices of Latinx changemakers in the Bay Area.

I appreciated joining @rosemary_kamei discussing Latinas in public service & elected office.

Read the article: https://t.co/37MhEFoYaf

[KQED Forum @KQEDForum]

🎙️ ON AIR:

We're speaking w/ @latimes reporter @susrust, @CALPIRG director @JennEngstrom & @getridwell's @gerrinepan about the future of plastic in California.

❓How have shopping bag bans changed how you bring home your purchases?

📻 Listen: https://t.co/psDPE8iuuI

[Joseph Geha @josephgeha16]

Here's a lovely @KQEDnews piece by @BlancaWrites with a collection of fan sentiments from this past week, and links to hear @KQEDForum's episode about the final end of the Oakland A's
https://t.co/Wh2bGMGiIl

[Joseph Geha @josephgeha16]

I'm still not OK about the A's. But I'm so proud of the massive team effort @KQEDnews crew put together at the Coliseum yesterday. We had a live blog, stories and features all week, and incredible photos of all the fans and culture and love. #OaklandAs
https://t.co/1ax5K5JQUI

[Blanca Torres @BlancaWrites]

Adios, A's ... such a surreal week in Bay Area baseball... like is this really happening?

#OaklandAs #baseball #Oakland

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