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One farmworker died. Another was left disabled by heatstroke. Their employer continues to send people to the fields.

Florida Orange Gold has exposed H-2A farm workers to heat-related health risks, but the contractor continues to bring hundreds of migrant farm workers to North Carolina.

by Tina Vasquez

2026 Elections in Carolina from North

Candidates, proposals, dates, and what's at stake. Everything you need to know to understand the elections and make an informed decision.

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SB 153 Law

Highway Patrol officers would act as ICE agents at traffic stops in North Carolina

September 29, 2026October 2, 2026

North Carolina settlements with ICE under SB 153: What you should know about your rights

September 30, 2026September 30, 2026

These are the 287(g) agreements signed with ICE by the four North Carolina law enforcement agencies

September 30, 2026October 2, 2026

Politics

Federico Ríos will head Charlotte's new Office of International Relations

by Patricia Ortiz

North Carolina suspends gas tax; estimated savings could be 30 cents per gallon

by Claudia Rivera Cotto

Democratic senators from North Carolina urge Trump to end the war with Iran

by Walter Gomez

2026 elections

More than 100,000 people voted early in Wake in just six days

by Enlace Latino NC

Jocelyn Torres, a candidate for the state House of Representatives, answers questions about education, immigration, and the cost of living.

by Claudia Rivera Cotto

2026 Elections: Early voting turnout is growing in North Carolina

by Walter Gomez

Ask the Expert

What to do if you encounter the police, ICE, or other federal agents? The rights you should know

Remaining silent, refusing a search, filming officers, or requesting assistance in Spanish are some of the rights that may come into play during an encounter with the authorities. A lawyer explains what to do and what to avoid in these situations.

by Nicolas Baintrub

Immigration

USCIS opens asylum office in Charlotte: Who should go there and what changes for immigrants?

by Patricia Ortiz

Can the North Carolina Highway Patrol ask about the immigration status of drivers and passengers under agreement 287(g)?

by Walter Gomez

More than 73% of minors before the Charlotte Immigration Court did not have a lawyer

by Walter Gomez

special report

As luxury development plans move forward, affordable Midtown housing in Raleigh is quietly disappearing.

by Claudia Rivera Cotto y Chantal Allam

What does the Midtown boom in Raleigh mean for the immigrant community hidden behind it?

by Claudia Rivera Cotto

10 things you should know about Raleigh Midtown's 28-acre expansion

by Chantal Allam

IMMIGRATION RESOURCES

How to contact the Guatemalan Consulate in North Carolina?

Are you observing an immigration operation? Know what you can and cannot do according to the law.

What happens to your car if ICE stops you while you're driving?

What immigration documents should residents carry and what documents should U.S. citizens carry?

Where can I locate a person detained by ICE?

What to do in the event of an ICE raid in the countryside?

Where to find immigration lawyers and avoid scams

What do I do if ICE comes to my work?

Spanish resources to protect yourself

Court Order vs. ICE Warrant: When Should You Open Your Door to Immigration Agents?

How to pay bail for a person detained by ICE?

Can I visit an ICE detainee once I have located them in the system?

How can I plan for my pets' future if I am detained or deported?

How can I plan for my children's future if I am detained or deported?

What documents should I have ready in case I have a problem with immigration?

How to prepare a family emergency package for critical immigration situations?

How can I protect my assets in case of immigration problems?

What are powers of attorney and why are they important in case of immigration issues?

How to contact the Honduran Consulate in North Carolina?

How to contact the Consulate of El Salvador in North Carolina?

How to contact the Mexican Consulate in North Carolina?

What is the difference between a lawyer and a notary?

Where can I find organizations that provide legal assistance to immigrants in North Carolina?

What is the difference between police, sheriff and state trooper?

What to do if the police or Immigration stops you while driving?

What are the rights of minors during an immigration raid in the U.S.?

What are your rights during an immigration raid?

Where to report and verify ICE arrests or raids in North Carolina?

What is the difference between an accredited representative and an immigration attorney?

What visas does the United States issue and what are they for?

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Community

The evolution of immigration scams in the age of artificial intelligence: how to protect yourself

by Emilia Rivadeneira

Durham mobilizes for the release of Isaac Gallegos, the 19-year-old detained by ICE

by Estefanía Pinto Ruiz

Volaris inaugurates direct flight between Raleigh-Durham and Guadalajara, Mexico

by Enlace Latino NC

Recovery helene

United after Helene: Five organizations share resources to repair homes

by Patricia Serrano

Two years after Helene, the Blue Ridge Parkway can almost be driven in its entirety this fall.

by Patricia Serrano

Two years after Helene, nine state highways remain closed in western North Carolina

by Patricia Serrano

El Jornalero

Thomas Florek: listening, accompanying, and sowing hope among agricultural workers

In the midst of difficulties, Father Thomas Florek is clear about what he wants to leave behind: "A sense of hope" and a good legacy for the next generation.

by Walter Gomez

H-2A farmworkers warn of low income and rising expenses

by Estefanía Pinto Ruiz

Workers and allies protest at Costa Farms Leicester

by Patricia Serrano

H-2A workers: from September 2nd, hours count towards possible retroactive payment

by Patricia Serrano

A federal judge has declared the H-2A pay cut illegal: Here's what we know so far

by Patricia Serrano

Paperwork

El Salvador's mobile consulate arrives in Swannanoa: date, location, and available services

by Patricia Serrano

NCDMV opens "mega office" for driver's licenses in Charlotte

by Patricia Ortiz

North Carolina eliminates the Certificate of Driving Eligibility for young drivers

by Emilia Rivadeneira

The Argentine mobile consulate will arrive in Charlotte in October: learn about the available services

by Walter Gomez

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resources and aid programs

Mecklenburg homeowners can still apply for $650 in property tax assistance.

by Patricia Ortiz

Need to repair your home? Wake County is offering up to $35,000 in assistance.

by Walter Gomez

Bounty & Soul will open a new food center in response to growing demand in western North Carolina.

by Patricia Serrano

How to prepare for a natural disaster if you are an immigrant in North Carolina

by Luis Tellez

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