El Pulso: Weekly News from EL CENTRAL

In this week’s edition of EL PULSO, Latino voters in Michigan are drawing increased attention as the November 3 election approaches. Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez visits Southwest Detroit to campaign for U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, while civic organizations prepare voter outreach events, including MI Poder’s Día de los Votos celebration in Detroit.

We also look at new investments in Detroit’s healthcare workforce. Bank of America awards $75,000 to support the Detroit Regional Chamber Foundation’s Healthcare Talent Collaborative as Michigan hospitals face thousands of job openings.

In Southwest Detroit, Credit Union ONE opens its rebuilt branch on Junction Avenue, adding a community space for neighborhood gatherings and financial education after more than five decades serving the area.

And in sports, Detroit City FC falls 1-0 to Tampa Bay but remains set to host its first USL Championship playoff match on Friday, October 30, at Keyworth Stadium.

The stories featured in this episode are published throughout the week at ELCENTRALmedia.com.

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Hosted by Michael D. Gutierrez

In this week’s edition of EL PULSO, Detroit officials prepare residents for the November 3 election, with free DDOT bus rides on Election Day, Spanish-language voting materials, and translators available at Southwest Detroit polling locations. Officials also remind voters how to verify their registration and navigate election information.

We also look at financial support for families at two important stages of life. Wayne County's Rx Kids program has distributed approximately $8.2 million to nearly 2,500 families with newborns, while Southwest Detroit native Anita Martínez encourages parents to consider the full cost of college before taking on student debt.

Plus, Habla Detroit is creating a welcoming space for Spanish learners to practice conversation without worrying about making mistakes. After drawing 90 participants to its first gathering, the program heads to Tulum in Mexicantown on October 17.

We also highlight TechTown Detroit's Toast of the Town celebration, where entrepreneurs connected with business organizations, mentors, and resources to help their businesses grow.

And in sports, Detroit City FC defeats Rhode Island 1-0 despite playing most of the match with ten men, securing a first-round home playoff game at Keyworth Stadium during Halloween weekend.

The stories featured in this episode are published throughout the week at ELCENTRALmedia.com.

🎧 New episodes every Thursday on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Hosted by Michael D. Gutierrez

In this week’s edition of EL PULSO, Detroit Archbishop Edward Weisenburger calls for a change in how Americans approach immigration. Speaking during the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, he emphasizes the dignity of migrants and refugees while acknowledging the need for changes to the country's immigration system.

We also highlight SER Metro-Detroit's 55th annual Amigos de SER Business Recognition Luncheon, featuring DTE Energy President and CEO Joi Harris. The event recognizes DTE Energy, Aztec Manufacturing, and participants who have completed SER's workforce development programs.

Plus, the Senate Theater celebrates 100 years on Michigan Avenue with silent films, live performances on its historic Mighty Wurlitzer organ, and plans to preserve the volunteer-run theater for future generations.

And in sports, Detroit City FC clinches a USL Championship playoff spot after consecutive wins, while the U.S. men's national soccer team defeats Mexico 3-0 in Arizona.

The stories featured in this episode are published throughout the week at ELCENTRALmedia.com.

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In this week’s edition of EL PULSO, Lincoln Park’s growing Latino community is becoming more visible in local politics as Michigan voters begin casting absentee ballots ahead of the November 3 election.

We also visit St. Frances Cabrini Clinic in Corktown, where uninsured adults can receive free healthcare regardless of immigration status. The clinic, founded in 1950, is preparing for the possibility that more Detroiters could need its services.

In Southwest Detroit, Broderick Manor is occupied again after spending years vacant and once facing demolition. A roughly $10 million restoration brought 56 apartments back to the neighborhood near Clark Park, while raising familiar questions about affordability as investment grows.

Plus, Wayne State University’s Center for Latino/Latina and Latin American Studies welcomes Dr. Nathalia Jaramillo as its new director, and we look at the new pedestrian and bicycle path connecting Detroit and Windsor across the Gordie Howe International Bridge.

And in sports, Justin Verlander says goodbye to baseball at Comerica Park, while Detroit City FC battles to a scoreless draw at Keyworth Stadium.

The stories featured in this episode are published throughout the week at ELCENTRALmedia.com.

🎧 New episodes every Thursday on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Hosted by Michael D. Gutierrez

In this week’s edition of EL PULSO, Detroit voters prepare to elect a new majority of the Detroit Public Schools Community District Board of Education. Thirty-four candidates are running across two races for five seats on the seven-member board, and CitizenDetroit has released interviews with 25 of them to help residents hear directly from the people on the ballot.

We also look at Éxito Educativo, a bilingual program helping Latino students and their families navigate college admissions, financial aid, and academic planning. New workshops begin October 6 at La Casa Guadalupana in Southwest Detroit.

Plus, fall brings several celebrations of Latino art, history, and community. The Detroit Institute of Arts opens its annual Día de Muertos ofrenda exhibition, Mama Coo’s Boutique celebrates 10 years in Corktown, and the Talentos Latinos Awards return to Lincoln Park.

And in sports, Detroit City FC earns a needed 1-0 win over Pittsburgh, moving Le Rouge into third place in the Eastern Conference with a chance to secure a playoff spot at Keyworth Stadium.

The stories featured in this episode are published throughout the week at ELCENTRALmedia.com.

🎧 New episodes every Thursday on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Hosted by Michael D. Gutierrez.

In this week’s edition of EL PULSO, Detroit homeowners have until September 22 to apply for two city programs offering free repairs to qualifying households. Critical Home Repair can address problems like leaking roofs and broken heating systems, while Detroit LeadSafe focuses on lead hazards in homes with young children or pregnant residents.

We also look at Michigan’s growing investment in English learners. The state increased funding by $12.5 million this school year, but around 24,000 students still fall into a gap where schools are required to provide language support without receiving additional state funding.

In Southwest Detroit, Congress of Communities is recruiting new members for its Latinx Youth Council. The two-year leadership program will help young people follow local school board meetings and speak up about issues affecting their education.

And in sports, the Detroit Tigers celebrate Fiesta Tigres with a three-game sweep of the Colorado Rockies, while Detroit City FC struggles through a difficult stretch as the USL Championship playoffs get closer.

The stories featured in this episode are published throughout the week at ELCENTRALmedia.com.

🎧 New episodes every Thursday on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Hosted by Michael D. Gutierrez

In this week’s edition of EL PULSO, Latino voter turnout rises in Michigan as organizers prepare for the November election. New post-primary research shows growing participation among Latino voters, while campaigns face questions about the cost of living, immigration enforcement, and how early they engage the community.

We also look at President Donald Trump’s recent comments about Mexico alongside trade data showing that Mexican exports to the United States reached nearly $359 billion during the first seven months of 2026.

Plus, Detroit NAACP President Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony criticizes a Department of Homeland Security plan to spend $20 million on electric shock gloves for ICE agents, calling instead for greater accountability and oversight.

Two Detroit leaders are also being recognized for their work in the community. CHASS Center CEO Dr. Felix Valbuena takes on a national leadership role in community health, while DPSCD Deputy Superintendent Alycia Meriweather receives a 2026 Skillman Visionary Award for her work supporting Detroit students and families.

We also visit Corktown, where Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger joins workers for Detroit’s Labor Day traditions, and close with Detroit City FC’s dramatic 1-1 draw against Hartford Athletic after Le Rouge gives up a penalty on the final kick.

This episode of EL PULSO is sponsored by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. See Grammy Award winner Aida Cuevas, the Queen of Mariachi Music, perform with the DSO on Friday, September 18 at Orchestra Hall. Tickets start at $29 at DSO.org.

The stories featured in this episode are published throughout the week at ELCENTRALmedia.com.

🎧 New episodes every Thursday on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Hosted by Michael D. Gutierrez.

In this week’s edition of EL PULSO, a new investigation from Michigan Public and Outlier Media examines how routine encounters with local police can turn into immigration cases. A review of hundreds of stops and arrests found that calls from local departments to federal immigration authorities increased after President Donald Trump returned to office, with many encounters beginning over minor violations.

We also look at possible new futures for two historic Southwest Detroit landmarks. Hotel Yorba has a new owner seeking community input on what comes next, while the long-vacant former YMCA Western Branch across from Clark Park could return with housing, childcare, and fitness space.

Plus, Detroit’s Office of Disability Affairs hears directly from residents about barriers to city services, including calls for more sensory-friendly parks and closed captioning at City Council meetings.

And we preview a busy September in Detroit, with Cars at The Station at Michigan Central, Ramon Angel Guadiana’s career retrospective in Mexicantown, Aida Cuevas performing with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, and ¡Fiesta Tigres! weekend at Comerica Park.

The stories featured in this episode are published throughout the week at ELCENTRALmedia.com.

🎧 New episodes every Thursday on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Hosted by Michael D. Gutierrez

In this week’s edition of EL PULSO, Detroit students head back to class as the city promotes its “Day One Ready” campaign, with enrollment resources, health reminders, free DDOT rides for K-through-12 students, and new transportation support aimed at improving attendance.

We also highlight three local college students who received scholarships from the Detroit Chapter of the Hispanic Police Officers Association of Michigan during its annual fundraiser in Southwest Detroit.

Plus, Detroit’s Latino community collects 10 pallets of relief supplies for families affected by major earthquakes in Venezuela and Colombia, with local businesses and organizations working together to send aid overseas.

We also look at a statewide debate over public notices, as a new poll finds many Michigan voters prefer local newspapers over government websites as a trusted source for information about public decisions.

And in sports, Detroit City FC earns a major 1-0 victory over the league-leading Tampa Bay Rowdies at Keyworth Stadium, moving Le Rouge into second place for the moment in the Eastern Conference.

The stories featured in this episode are published throughout the week at ELCENTRALmedia.com.

🎧 New episodes every Thursday on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Hosted by Michael D. Gutierrez

In this week’s edition of EL PULSO, we look at resources available to Detroit small-business owners through the New Economy Initiative and its network of local organizations, while Credit Union ONE prepares to reopen its rebuilt $2 million Southwest Detroit branch on West Vernor.

Wayne County also restarts programs designed to help eligible homeowners lower interest, penalties, and other costs tied to delinquent property taxes, giving families additional options to avoid foreclosure and stay in their homes.

Plus, Michigan-based Latino Voices in Tech advances to the SXSW 2027 Community Voting stage, giving supporters a chance to help bring stories from Latino entrepreneurs and innovators to a national audience.

And in sports, Detroit City FC settles for a scoreless draw against Loudoun United at Keyworth Stadium as Le Rouge prepares for a major matchup against the league-leading Tampa Bay Rowdies.

The stories featured in this episode are published throughout the week at ELCENTRALmedia.com.

🎧 New episodes every Thursday on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Hosted by Michael D. Gutierrez