Why Immigrant Rights Advocates Aren’t Worried About Texas Judge’s Ruling

February 18, 2015 / We'Ced

A federal judge on Monday blocked Obama’s executive actions on immigration from going into effect. But while immigration reform advocates say they are confident the judge’s decision will be reversed, they are concerned about the uncertainty the ruling could generate within immigrant communities.

Some of the Best–and Worst–Valentine’s Day Stories in Merced

February 13, 2015 / We'Ced

Valentine's Day is upon us, the season of love, friendship and massive amounts of chocolate. For every giant stuffed bear, bouquet of roses and array of balloons, there is also the inevitable sting of disappointment from unrequited affection. We'Ced reporters asked around the community to find the best--and worst--Valentine's Day stories that people had to share.

Community Reacts to Issues Raised At Merced Screening of US/Mexico Border Doc ‘Purgatorio’

February 11, 2015 / We'Ced

by We’Ced reporters photos by Alyssa Castro and We’Ced reporters Ed Note: On January 31st, Merced resident and film maker Rodrigo Reyes screened Purgatorio: A Journey Into the Heart of the Border. Read More

At Town Hall, Community Speaks on Public Safety

February 6, 2015 / We'Ced

On Thursday January 29th, the City Council of Merced held one of it’s two annual Town Hall meetings in the cafeteria of Tenaya Middle School. Over 50 people gathered to discuss how to improve the city. Many attendees shared their thoughts on public safety in Merced with We’Ced reporters.