Milwaukee Downtown Hyatt Regency Security Guards Allegedly Killed Unarmed Black Man Who Entered Hotel And Locked Himself In The Women's Restroom

Black man was exhibiting a mental disability before being beaten and knee choked by multiple Hyatt Regency Hotel security guards.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 30, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Sunday, June 30, 2024, Milwaukee police responded to the Milwaukee Downtown Hyatt Regency Hotel at 333 W. Kilbourn Ave. at around 3:23 p.m. for a call of battery/fight/assault. When police arrived they found 43-year-old Dvontaye L. Mitchell in front of the hotel who needed medical assistance and was having a difficult time breathing and needed life-saving measures. The life-saving measures failed.

According to a live Facebook streaming video by Shawn Moore, a local podcast social media broadcaster and community activist, Mitchell allegedly went into the Hyatt Regency and confronted the front desk service clerks, then he went into the women's bathroom and locked himself inside while a woman was inside. 

Mitchell was confronted by hotel security and assaulted him. The security guards beat the man, place their knees on the man's neck and back to restrain him and beat him with what seemed to be some kind of pole or blunt instrument (baton). Mitchell was struck in the head multiple times with the baton by a hotel security guard. The man became unresponsive and died after life-saving measures failed. (Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/iZTzHmHSSXc8CA3g/)

Moore says, that the security guards went beyond their training and the man might have been exhibiting a mental disability.

Police are reviewing hotel surveillance video footage to determine how Mitchell died.

Josh Schoggins, general manager of the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Milwaukee released the following statement, "We are deeply saddened by this situation and our thoughts go out to those who have been affected. The safety and security of our guests and colleagues remains a top priority, and we are assisting local authorities with their investigation."

The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office (MCMEO) pronounced Mitchell deceased at 4:11 p.m. at the scene.

The MCMEO confirmed, that Mitchell was homeless and the death investigation is headed by the Milwaukee Police Department Criminal Investigation Bureau-Homicide Division.

The preliminary manner of death was a homicide, according to the MCMEO.

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Waukesha County Family Court Judge Ralph M. Ramirez Removed From The Julie Valadez v. Ricardo Valadez Divorce Case For Errors Committed, WI Court of Appeals Ruled Errors Were Made In The Case

Waukesha County family court Judge Ramirez allegedly committed multiple errors in the Julie Valadez v. Ricardo Valadez divorce case, the Wisconsin State Court of Appeals ruled once again in favor of Julie in the case, Julie had submitted a substitution of judge after the court of appeals confirmed errors were committed by Judge Ramirez.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 30, 2024

Waukesha, Wisconsin - On Friday, Waukesha County family court Judge Ralph M. Ramirez was removed from the Julie Valadez v. Ricardo Valadez divorce case after the Wisconsin State Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Julie once again and found that Judge Ramirez committed errors in the case and did not follow state law, which if he would have, he would have reversed former Judge Michael J. Aprahamian's error to not to allow Julie to see or have contact with her 4 children. Judge Aprahamian was removed from the Valadez divorce case in February 2022, after the Wisconsin State Court of Appeals ruled that he committed errors in the case as well and didn't follow state law.

Judge Ramirez after getting assigned to the Valadez divorce case, he sustained Judge Aprahamian's decision to keep Julie from seeing or having her 4 children live with her. 

While, the divorce case was heard by Judge Aprahamian and then Judge Ramirez, there was no court hearing whether Julie was an unfit mother to keep her children. In fact, Julie and her former husband Ricardo never filed any petition to keep each other from seeing the children, but had a consensus at the time between them that allowed Julie to continue to have the children.

The Julie Valadez v. Ricardo Valadez divorce case in Waukesha County has shown how Judge Aprahamian and Judge Ramirez had engaged in multiple errors and legislating from the bench that resulted in blatant disregard of State laws that protect children and the mother during domestic abusive marriages that have children. (Link: http://hispanicnewsnetwork.blogspot.com/2024/02/final-pre-trial-set-for-kimberlee.html)

Both Judge Aprahamian and Judge Ramirez have proven to be the most corrupt family bench judges that have ignored State laws and enacted decisions that have kept Julie from seeing her children, having contact with them, or having them live with her.

On May 1, 2024, Julie won her 5th Appellate reversal against the Waukesha County family court under Judge Ramirez and former Judge Aprahamian on the divorce case who have committed multiple errors and have ignored to abide to State laws, without accountability.

Today as a result of the Julie Valadez v. Ricardo Valadez divorce case, Julie is residing in Canada seeking asylum and is wanted in Walworth County for two frivolous felony counts of interfering with the custody of another parent. The criminal case against Julie and several other defendants is a result of Julie's son that voluntarily ran away from his abusive father and crossed into Canada to live with Julie.

Julie's son was later illegally forced by the Canadian government (immigration) to return to his abusive father.

Delaven Police Detective Trevor G. Hinman in Walworth County fraudulently filed a police report that Julie and another defendant had "kidnapped minor (Julie's son) to sexually assault", which was false. Det. Hinman attempted to used the fraudulent police report to get Julie and another defendant deported from Canada, but failed. Hinman Illegally tried to get Julie deported from Canada without having the U.S. State Department and FBI involved. (Link: http://hispanicnewsnetwork.blogspot.com/2023/06/julie-valadez-ordered-released-from.html)

When contacted, Jack Xian (Kathryn Alamea-Xian) confirmed on Sunday, that the Xian et al v. Jasmer et al Federal Civil Rights case 1:2023cv00211 in the District of Hawaii, which was seeking $88M in damages was dismissed early this year without prejudice, Xian plans to refile the federal Civil Rights lawsuit at a later date. (Link: http://hispanicnewsnetwork.blogspot.com/2023/11/wisconsin-defendants-from-walworth-and.html)

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50-year-old Sam Molinar Fatally Shot In Milwaukee At The 3100 block of N. Buffum St., Police Seeking Suspect(S)

Molinar was pronounced deceased at the crime scene, according to police.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 29, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Saturday, June 29, 2024, Milwaukee police responded around 6:45p.m. to the 3100 block of N. Buffum St. after a shooting was reported. When police arrived at the location, they found 50-year-old Sam Molinar with gunshot wounds. The victim died at the scene and was pronounced deceased at 7:12p.m., according to the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office.

Molinar was identified in social media (Facebook) by acquaintances.

Police continue to investigate the fatal shooting and are seeking a suspect(s) in the case.

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4 Shot At Milwaukee Southside BP Gas Station, 2 Adults And 2 Children (All Females), Police Seek Suspect(s)

Police continue their investigation into a quadruple shooting that hospitalized 2 adult females with life threatening injuries and 2 girls with non-life threatening gunshot injuries.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 26, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Wednesday, Milwaukee police around 2:29 p.m. responded to the 5900 block of W. Oklahoma Ave. to gunshits fired in the Southside of Milwaukee. When police arrived at the shooting scene they located 2 adult Black female victims ages 33 and 28 with life threatening gunshot injuries, in 2 young Black girls ages 9 and 4 with non-life threatening gunshot injuries. All the victims were transported to several hospitals in area including Children's Hospital.

According to police, the victims had pulled into the BP gas station when a suspect(s) fired into the vehicle with the female victims.

Police place more than 25 yellow evidence markers for spent bullet cartridges found at the crime scene.

The 33-year-old victim suffered multiple gunshot wounds to the head, thigh, arm and hip, and the 28-year-old victim suffered  multiple gunshots wounds to the shoulder, abdomen and arm. The 4-year-old girl suffered a bullet graze in her back, and the 9-year-old girl suffered a gunshot wound to her knee and a bullet grazed her head, according to a USFiR shooting incident report on social media (Facebook).

Police continue to review the gas station video surveillance camera footage to identity the suspect(s).

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17-year-old Moses Xavier Martinez Charged With The Double Homicide Of Isaac Rodriguez-Duarte, 15, And Diego Francisco Herrera-Mejia, 16, Felony Warrant Issued For His Arrest

Martinez who has been charged in a double homicide remains on the run and an arrest warrant has been issued for his arrest in Milwaukee County.

By H. Nelson Goodson

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 24, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Monday, Moses Xavier Martinez, 17, was criminally charged with two felony counts for 1st-degree intentional homicide including use of a dangerous weapon and one felony count for 1st-degree recklessly endangering safety including use of dangerous weapon for the June 15th double homicide of Isaac Rodriguez-Duarte, 15, and Diego Francisco Herrera-Mejia, 16, and the shooting of Emily Rocha, 14, who was shot in thigh and suffered a non-life threatening injury at the 900 block of W. Manitoba Ave. in the Southside of Milwaukee.

If convicted, Martinez is facing up to two life terms in prison without the possibility of parole for each count of 1st-degree intentional homicide, and facing up to 12 years and 5 months in prison for 1st-degree recklessly endangering safety and fines up to $25,000, or both.

According to the criminal complaint, Martinez allegedly shot at Rodriguez-Duarte, Herrera-Mejia after a brief altercation, and Martinez then fled in an electric scooter. Rocha who is Herrera-Mejia's cousin was also shot by Martinez.

Rodriguez-Duarte, Herrera-Mejia and Rocha were attending Herrera-Mejia's 16th Birthday party, when they decided to take a walk with other party participants when they were soon confronted by Martinez and another male suspect who were passing by in an electric scooter. A brief argument ignited and Martinez took out a handgun and then intentionally shot at the victims.

In a short video released to Hispanic News Network U.S.A. (HNNUSA), shows when multiple teens are running for their lives including multiple young children and one of the shooting victims attempts to run from the shooting, but falls to the ground when shot, as other teens attempted to provide aid. 

Rodriguez-Duarte was pronounced deceased at the crime scene and Herrera-Mejia was later pronounced deceased at Children's Hospital, according to the criminal complaint.

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Events by Erica To Add An Elegant Decor Style To Main Stage And Event At Frida Fest 2024 In Milwaukee

Frida Fest 2024 will feature Events by Erica to help decorate their main stage with simplicity and elegance style design, which Erica is well known to do as a successful events planner in Wisconsin including Waukesha and Milwaukee counties.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 24, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Monday, Erica Thompson from Events by Erica who is a well known and a successful events planner in both Waukesha County and Milwaukee County including throughout the State announced that Events by Erica will be adding simplicity and elegance design style to the main stage at the 5th Annual Frida Fest 2024 and other sections at the Fest grounds, which is scheduled to take place on July 13 and 14 at the Farmhouse Paint Bar and Hall grounds located at the 4500 block of S. 6 Street in Milwaukee.

Frida Fest is annually organized and sponsored by the Farmhouse Paint Bar and Hall, which is a celebration of the Mexican artist Frida Kahlo.

Events by Erica specializes in creating a stylist, simplicity and elegant events theme for any occasion to celebrate memorable and special moments with family and friends, including business and corporate events.

For more information about Events by Erica, contact: Erica Thompson at 414-550-4695, Email: eventsbyeerica@gmail.com 

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41-year-old Karlos J. Soriano-Cabrera, C-Viche Co-owner Found Guilty On 3 Felony Counts And 1 Misdemeanor Count For Sexually Assaulting Women In Milwaukee

Soriano-Cabrera has been found guilty on 3 felony counts of sexually assaulting women, which some were employees of the C-Viche Restaurant on S. Kinickinnic Ave. in Bay View, now closed.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 19, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - A Milwaukee County jury on June 7th found Karlos J. Soriano-Cabrera, 41, guilty on 3 felony counts of 3rd-degree sexual assault and 1 misdemeanor count for 4th-degree sexual assault in the case that involved some women that were employed at the C-Viche Restaurant at the 2000 block of S. Kinickinnic Ave. in Bay View, now closed.

Soriano-Cabrera is facing up to 10 years in prison and up to $25,000 in fines, or both for each 3rd-degree sexual assault count, and up to 9 months in jail and up to $10,000 in fines, or both for 4th-degree sexual assault, a misdemeanor.

Soriano-Cabrera was taken into custody by the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office and is awaiting sentencing.

Soriano-Cabrera is scheduled for a sentencing hearing on July 11.

The criminal complaint says, some of the women Soriano-Cabrera sexually assaulted were employees at the C-Viche Restaurant in Bay View who claimed that they worked in a toxic environment in a daily basis, where he would expose himself, then assaulting them and sexual misconduct occurred in a daily basis. One of the woman says, that he grabbed her inappropriately, and made multiple attempts to corner her and kiss her at the restaurant. 

Several of the sexual assaults occurred inside the C-Viche on Bay View and in March 2017, a woman alleged that Soriano-Cabrera gave her a ride home and he forced her to give him oral sex near E. Locust and  N. Pierce. The woman told police that he put his hand in her back and directed her body to the downward position to perform the sex act. Among the employee female victims includes a patron.

The employees who were sexually assaulted claimed that Soriano-Cabrera used his position as the co-owner of C-Viche to force himself on them.

The sexual assaults occurred between March 2017 to September 2022. (5-page criminal complaint at article link: http://hispanicnewsnetwork.blogspot.com/2023/04/karlos-javier-soriano-cabrera-c-viche.html)

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17-year-old Moses Martinez Sought By Milwaukee Police, His Alleged Accomplice, A 16-year-old Suspect Was Arrested In Connection With The Isaac Rodriguez, 15, And Diego Herrera-Mejia, 16, Homicides

Milwaukee police are looking for a 17-year-old Hispanic male suspect in connection with the double homicide of two male teens ages 15 and 16, and the shooting of a 14-year-old girl in the Southside.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 18, 2024

Updated 

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Tuesday, a Latino community activist released the identity and photo of the alleged 17-year-old Hispanic male suspect being sought by Milwaukee police in connection with the double homicide of Isaac Rodriguez-Duarte, 15, and Deigo Francisco Herrera-Mejia, 16, at the 900 block of W. Manitoba Ave. in the Southside of Milwaukee. The activist's name was included when the article was published by permission, but then the known Latino activist decided to recind the permission to identity him, which Hispanic News Network U.S.A. (HNNUSA) will grant.

Herrera-Mejia's cousin, Emily Rocha, 14, was shot in the thigh and was treated for her non-life threatening injury.

A 16-year-old Hispanic male suspect was taken into custody on Saturday, June 15, 2024 in connection with the triple shooting, resulting in two homicides.

The 16-year-old suspect is being detained at the Milwaukee County juvenile detention center, pending criminal charges.

17-year-old Moses Martinez is being sought by police in connection with the Rodriguez and Herrera-Mejia homicides.

One of the deceased victim's family member alleged that Martinez was the homicide suspect that fatally shot both Rodriguez and Herrera-Mejia.

Videos released to Hispanic News Network U.S.A. (HNNUSA) by a source who wants to stay anonymous shows Rodriguez and Herrera-Mejia who was celebrating his 16th birthday walking along the sidewalk at the 900 block of W. Manitoba Ave. with a group of teens from a nearby family birthday party, then the teens can be seen running back and one of the homicide victims attempted to escape from getting shot, but fell over when struck by gunfire as other teens come to his aid and multiple young children could also be seen running for their lives in the video.

The 16-year-old male suspect and Martinez, 17, were riding in an electric scooter when they had a brief argument and confrontation with victims. The suspects then fled in the electric scooter after the shooting.

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Sinister Figure Photographed Looking Out From 2nd Floor Window Watching Milwaukee Firefighters Attempting To Control Engulfed Building At 1685 S. Muskego Ave.

Buildings razed after blaze destroyed vacant corner building and adjacent businesses in the Southside of Milwaukee.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 18, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - An alleged sinister (evil looking) figure spotted at a multiple 2-alarm fire at an upper window from a corner building engulfed in a massive blaze at 1685 S. Muskego Ave. in the Southside of Milwaukee on early Monday, June 17, 2024 after 3:00 a.m..

Milwaukee Fire Department photo shows an unidentified evil figure on the 2nd floor staring out as firefighters fought to control the inferno that engulfed and destroyed multiple buildings located in the triangular block at W. Mitchell St., S. Muskego Ave., W. White and S. 20 Streets.

The building was constructed in 1895 and was sold in 2018 for $90,000 and the value of the corner building was valued at $103,200, according to the City of Milwaukee property tax accessor records.

The value of at least four other buildings, several facing S. Muskego Ave., which housed a dance hall, a clothing store and two others facing W. White Street, a botanical herbs store and another business is undetermined.

Photos courtesy of the Milwaukee Fire Department

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3 Teens Shot In The Southside, 2 Reported Dead, Milwaukee Police Looking For Homicide Suspect(s)

Three teens were reported shot and two males were pronounced deceased on Saturday night, June 15, they Identified by family members.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 16, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Saturday, around 8:02 p.m., Milwaukee police responded to the 900 block of W. Manitoba Street in the Southside where they located three teenagers shot. At about 7:45 p.m., Emily Rocha, 14, was reported shot in the thigh. Rocha suffered non-life threatening injuries and was hospitalized for treatment, according to police.

Two other teens ages 15 and 16 were also reported shot, 15-year-old Isaac Rodriguez was fatally shot in the head and was pronounced deceased at 8:25 p.m. at the crime scene, 16-year-old Diego Francisco Herrera Mejia was shot twice in the chest and was later pronounced deceased at 9:15 p.m. at Froedtert Hospital, according to the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office.

According to sources, Herrera Mejia was celebrating his birthday and several male suspects in scooters allegedly did a drive-by and then fled the scene. Police were searching for possible nearby video surveillance footage of the shooting to identity the suspects.

Police are looking for a double homicide suspect or suspects involved in the deadly shootings. 

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28-year-old Cassandra J. Hult Charged With The March 2020 Homicide Of Her Husband José Santiago, 35, In The Southside Of Milwaukee

Hult had told multiple acquaintances that she killed her husband and had bodies on her. 

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 15, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Monday, June 10, Cassandra J. Hult, 28, appeared for a preliminary court hearing in Milwaukee County, she was charged on May 6, 2024 with one felony count for 1st-degree reckless homicide and use of a dangerous weapon in connection with the March 22, 2020 homicide of her husband José Santiago, 35, whose body was found inside a parked vehicle at St. Adalbert's Cemetery at the 3500 block of S. 13 Street in Milwaukee. 

The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Santiago was fatally shot in the back of the head. Police recovered a .38 Cal. spent cartridge in the vehicle and a McDonald's soft drink receipt and several soft drink cups and straws at the crime scene.

If convicted, Hult is facing up to 60 years in prison. She is being held on a $500,000 cash bond.

Santiago was originally from Ponce, Puerto Rico. He was also a motorcycle enthusiast and a member of the MIXFITS Motorcycle Club.

According to the criminal complaint, police were able to connect Hult to Santiago's homicide by DNA, her fingerprints found in one of the several McDonald's soft drink cups including a straw, through a cellphone locator placing her at the crime scene, and a FaceTime 2021 video recording where she had threatened to kill a live-in girlfriend in Arizona after they got into an argument and Hult told her that she had killed her husband and had bodies on her.

A former boyfriend also told police that when they were living together in California, that she had told him several times, that Hult killed her husband.

Apparently, Hult had found text messages between her husband and another woman, and Hult confronted Santiago about it, according to police.

Hult's next court conference hearing is set for July 10th.

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19-year-old Jael Rivera-Jimenez Charged In Several Unrelated Road Rage Shooting Incidents In Milwaukee

Rivera-Jimenez charged in connection with several unrelated road rage shooting incidents in Milwaukee County.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 13, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin – On Thursday, the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) reportred that Jael Rivera-Jimenez, 19, of Milwaukee, who was criminally charged for a May 20th shooting on I-94, has now been charged for second freeway road rage shooting that occurred in March.

According to the MCSO, the May shooting was preceded by a road rage conflict that began on West Greenfield Avenue, in West Milwaukee, when Rivera-Jimenez, allegedly cut off the victim's car with his SUV. Both vehicles proceeded along Greenfield Avenue, onto West National Avenue, and onto State Highway 175. 

At approximately 7:23 AM, the victim, 25, attempted to take the south-to-west ramp in the Stadium Interchange, when Rivera-Jimenez, whose SUV was two lanes over, allegedly lowered his window and fired a handgun toward the victim's vehicle, causing a pickup truck in the lane between them to abruptly brake.

The pickup truck was not struck, but the victim's vehicle, which also carried two passengers, was struck at least three times. The victim then exited the freeway near downtown Milwaukee and phoned 911 to report the incident.

Ultimately, the investigation led MCSO detectives to Rivera-Jimenez's southside home, where the SUV was located, and he was taken into custody. The criminal complaint says, that Rivera-Jimenez acknowledged to detectives that he had been involved in the road rage incident and confessed to firing at the victim's car because he was angry one of the passengers in the victim's car had made an obscene hand gesture toward him.

Rivera-Jimenez was charged with four felony counts: three counts of First Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety, Use of a Dangerous Weapon, and one count of Endangering Safety by Use of Dangerous Weapon (From Vehicle, at or Toward Building or Vehicle), with each count carrying potential penalties of up to 12 years and six months imprisonment, a $25,000 fine, or both.

Upon taking Rivera-Jimenez into custody and securing his vehicle, investigators were able to connect both to a separate, March 24th road rage shooting on northbound I-43 and West Capitol Drive, in which Rivera-Jimenez allegedly fired at and struck another vehicle, whose occupants were uninjured. Rivera-Jimenez has been charged with two additional counts of First Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety, Use of a Dangerous Weapon and one additional count of Endangering Safety by Use of Dangerous Weapon (From Vehicle, At or Toward Building or Vehicle). 

Further, per 939.63(1)(b) Wis. Stats., imprisonment for each of these seven felony counts could be increased by up to five years since the alleged crimes were committed using a dangerous weapon.

Rivera-Jimenez is being held in the Milwaukee County Jail with a cash bail set at $100,000, pending adjudication of his case.

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77-year-old Johnny Canales, Former TV Host Of The Johnny Canales Show, A Tejano Music Talent Entertainment Venue Has Passed Away

Canales, a well known Tejano music venue promoter and host of the Johnny Canales Television Show for more than four decades after suffering from aging medical complications has passed away at the age of 77. 

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 13, 2024

Corpus Christi, Texas - On Thursday, Nora Canales, the wife of Johnny Canales, 77, birth name Juan Jóse Canales, a well known TV host and promoter of Tejano Music who created the Johnny Canales Show in 1983 has passed away.

Canales after debuting the Johnny Canales Show in 1983 soon became known as the Mexican Johnny Carson of Tejano Music. The half-hour Canales show was first aired at KRIS 6 TV channel in Corpus Christi, afterwards his TV Tejano Show coverage spread to Southwest Texas, then into Mexico and was later transmitted internationally reaching millions of Tejano music enthusiasts, thus putting Tejano, Latin and Caribbean music on the map.

Canales last interview with Selena in 1994, video link: https://youtu.be/Ie1L4tsdXHw

Canales famous catchphrase in his popular show, "Take It Away, You Got It!"

In 2008, Canales suffered a stroke, which eventually led to his inability to continue as a popular Tejano TV host and his deteriorating health kept Canales from regaining his ability to continue on his quest to produced El Nuevo Show de Johnny and Nora Canales.

In August 2016, Canales was inducted to the Las Vegas Walk of Stars. A sidewalk star recognizing Canales was placed in front of the Paris Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Canales and Nora were present for the unveiling of the Johnny Canales sidewalk Star by the Las Vegas Walk of Stars organization.

In July 2016, Canales was recognized for his contribution to Tejano music and culture by the City of Robstown in Texas with a resolution approved by the City Council and Mayor. Canales grew up in Robstown.

Today, Tejano music continues to strive in Texas, Mexico and the Midwest, especially at the annual three-day Mexican Fiesta at the Summerfest grounds (Henry Maier Festival Park) in late August in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This year's Mexican Fiesta in Milwaukee is scheduled for August 23-25, 2024.

The City of San Antonio in Texas became known as the Capital of Tejano Music of the World, and the City of Milwaukee later became known as the Capital of Tejano Music in late August during the three-day Mexican Fiesta in the Midwest sponsored by the Wisconsin Hispanic Scholarship Foundation, Inc..

On May 20th, he came out on El Show de Johnny y Nora Canales Facebook page thanking his fan base for all the prayers and those wishing him a quick recovery, after rumors spread in social media that he was gravely ill and hospitalized. Nora confirmed that he was at home being taken care by her and her two daughters, Zelestial and Miroslava.

Canales was a pioneer and later became a legend in hosting Tejano music talent in his Johnny Canales Show, which later became El Show de Johnny and Nora Canales in Texas for more than four decades.

Nora Canales released the following announcement in their Facebook page, El Show de Johnny y Nora Canales, "With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Johnny Canales."

"He was more than just a beloved husband, father, TV host, musician, and entertainer; he was a beacon of hope and joy for countless people. His infectious charisma and dedication to promoting Latino music and culture left a large mark on the world. Johnny's spirit will continue to live on through the countless lives he touched and the legacy he built.

"We thank you all for your kind words, love, and support during this difficult time. Please keep our family in your thoughts and prayers. Remember him not with sadness, but with the joy and passion he always brought into our lives."

En Español:

"Con gran pesar, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Johnny Canales". 

"Era más que un esposo, padre, presentador de televisión, músico y animador muy querido; fue un faro de esperanza y alegría para innumerables personas. Su carisma contagioso y su dedicación a promover la música y la cultura latina dejaron una gran huella en el mundo. El espíritu de Johnny continuará viviendo a través de las innumerables vidas que tocó y el legado que construyó.

"Les agradecemos a todos por sus palabras amables, amor y apoyo durante este momento difícil. Por favor, mantengan a nuestra familia en sus pensamientos y oraciones. Recuérdenlo no con tristeza, sino con la alegría y la pasión que siempre trajo a nuestras vidas".

Tejano music, which translates to "Texan" in Spanish, is a blend of Texas-Mexican (Tex-Mex) genres, styles, and ensembles. It evolved in South Texas in the 19th century as immigrants brought their musical traditions with them. Tejano music is influenced by many genres, including American folk, roots, rock, R&B, soul, blues, and country, as well as Latin influences like mariachi, norteño, and Mexican cumbia. It also incorporates Spanish, German, and Czech accordion influences, modern synth keyboards, and jazzy saxophone elements. (AI generated)

On Friday, June 14, 2024, U.S. President Joe Biden (D) released the following statement about the passing of Canales, "Johnny Canales was a Tejano music icon who filled Mexican-American homes with the sounds of faith and joy for decades."

"A husband, father, musician, and champion for Latino and military communities, Johnny left his mark.

"My heart is with his family and all those who he inspired."

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66-year-old Attorney José A. Olivieri, A Senior Partner At Michael Best & Friedrich LLC And A Catalyst In The Milwaukee Puerto Rican Community Passed Away

Olivieri was well known in the Milwaukee Latino community for his years of dedication to make Milwaukee a better place to live for Latinos including the local Puerto Rican community.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 12, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Monday, the firm of Michael Best & Friedrich LLC announced the passing of Attorney José A. Olivieri, 66, on Sunday, June 9, 2024 in Milwaukee. He lost the battle against cancer. The Michael Best & Friedrich LLC released the following statement in his honor and memory, "With great sorrow, we bid farewell to José A. Olivieri, a beacon of wisdom, guidance, and perseverance in the legal community. José, a Partner at Michael Best, was not only a distinguished lawyer but also a cherished mentor, colleague, and friend."

"In the span of his 43 years with the firm, José forged his voice and impact. The firm's longest serving chair, he led the firm's Higher Education Industry Group with unmatched expertise, counseling colleges and universities through challenges decade after decade, with grace and acumen. His contributions to employment and immigration law were also immense, founding Michael Best's immigration law practice and shaping it with his deep knowledge and experience. His leadership roles also extended to the Milwaukee Office Managing Partner and Labor & Employment Relations Chair roles.

"Beyond legal, José was a man of the community. His held leadership positions in numerous organizations, including United Community Center— serving as Chair of the Board of Directors for over 20 years, Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Milwaukee Public Library Foundation, Milwaukee Art Museum, United Way of Greater Milwaukee, Lutheran Social Services, and Froedtert Health System boards.

"A pillar in the Hispanic community, José was a founding member and past president of the Wisconsin Hispanic Lawyers Association and had served on several additional boards over the years, including the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents, the Mount Mary University Board of Trustees, past Chair of Carroll University's Board of Trustees, and National Association of College and University Attorneys (NACUA).

"His accolades were many, reflecting his commitment to excellence and service. José was a recipient of the Notable Alumni Award by BizTimes Media, honored with the Greater Milwaukee Foundation's President's Leadership in Racial Equity and Social Justice Award, and named a Top Latino Lawyer by Latino Leaders magazine. He was consistently included on the prestigious Best Lawyers, including Lawyer of the Year twice, and Chambers lists—evidence of his impact by peers and clients.

"José's legacy is not just in the cases he won or the policies he shaped; it is in the lives he touched, the young professionals he inspired, and the community he helped build. But more than his career, José was a husband, father, grandfather, and son. His absence leaves a void that cannot be filled, but his spirit—and infectious laugh—will continue to guide us.

"A once-in-a-generation man, José had the ability to effect change within our organization, industry, and community. We extend our deepest condolences to José's family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know him. May his memory be a reminder of strength, inspiration, and happiness to us all."

Milwaukee Alderpersons, José G. Pérez,  President of the Milwaukee Common Council and JoCasta Zamarripa in a joint statement also announced the passing of Attorney Olivieri.

"It is with heavy hearts that we remember José Olivieri, an amazing leader and mentor to many who made a significant positive impact on Milwaukee, and on us.  José, a gifted lawyer who was a senior partner at Michael Best, passed on Sunday (June 9) from cancer at the age of 66." 

"José was a tough, effective, and selfless leader in Milwaukee in many realms, including in Hispanic affairs and specifically the Puerto Rican community. He was a pillar of the community who embraced his role as a civic leader and as a champion for education and creating pathways to success for students. 

"José played a key role in the founding of the United Community Center on Milwaukee's near south side, and served on the UCC's board for four decades, including time as board president. It is hard to quantify just how transformational and uplifting the UCC has been for the near south side community – and especially for kids. Much of that can be attributed to José's work. 

"Our prayers of comfort and condolences go out to the family and friends of José Olivieri."

Source: Hispanic News Network U.S.A. (HNNUSA)

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68-year-old Ramón Torres, Local Salsa Vibeplayer For Septeto Charambó Puerto Rican Venue Band Passed Away

Torres, a local Milwaukee popular and long time vibeplayer musician for various Salsa groups including Septeto Charambó has passed away.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 11, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Monday, Ramón Torres, 68, passed away in Milwaukee. Torres was a local popular and long time vibeplayer (vibraphonist, which the vibraphone resembles the steel marimba) musician for various Salsa groups including Septeto Charambó.

Torres had been a musician for over 40 years in the Milwaukee area specializing in Latin and Salsa music venue. He also played with Orquesta Isla Adentro in Milwaukee.

His was the vibeplayer for the popular Septeto Charambó band in Milwaukee.

Ramón Torres was the beloved husband for 20 years of the late Olga Mateo Torres, 59, who passed away on February 17, 2011. Ramón was also the proud father of Melissa E. Mateo Torres, crowned Miss Hispanic-American Queen of the Flowers Pageant in 1986, at the Eagles Club, event sponsored by Tocas Flowers from the Southside of Milwaukee.

Source: Hispanic News Network U.S.A. (HNNUSA)

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17-year-old Javier Rodriguez Charged With The Homicide Of Isdennyeliz Nicole Ortiz Merced, 10, In The Southside Of Milwaukee

Rodriguez told police that the handgun he was handling in the upper lever room of the three level home the night his younger cousin was fatally shot in the lower room where she slept in bed had been fired accidentally.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 5, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Wednesday, a $100,000 cash bond was set of Javier Rodriguez, 17, after being charged with one felony count for 2nd-degree reckless homicide and use of a dangerous weapon for the May 31 homicide of Isdennyeliz Nicole Ortiz Merced, 10, at the 2100 block of W. Orchard Street in the Southside of Milwaukee.

If convicted, Rodriguez is facing up to 25 years in prison and up to $100,000 in fines, or both for the reckless homicide and an additional 5 years in prison for using a dangerous weapon.

A preliminary court hearing is set for June 13.

According to the criminal complaint, Rodriguez was handling a handgun at his third level room when he fired his weapon striking a sofa cushion, then the bullet going through the floor on the second level and then striking Ortiz Merced in the chest as she slept in her bed downstairs.

Rodriguez fled the scene before police arrived, but was later taken into custody by homicide investigators. Rodriguez and Ortiz Merced are cousins, according to police.

Source: Hispanic News Network U.S.A. (HNNUSA)

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17-year-old Jose Federico-Flores Sentenced To 10 Years In Prison For Armed Robbery Conviction Of U.S. Postal Service Carriers

Federico-Flores gets 10 years in prison, but will only serve 4 years in prison and 4 years supervision in U.S. postal service carriers armed robbery.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 4, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Monday, Jose Federico-Flores, 17, was sentenced to 10 years in prison after being convicted for armed robberies of U.S. Postal carriers in November 2023. Federico-Flores was convicted in March 2024 after pleading guilty to one felony count for armed robbery including party to a crime, and one felony count for operating a vehicle while fleeing an officer.

Federico-Flores, on Monday was sentenced to 4 years in prison and 4 years extended supervision for the armed robbery, and in addition was sentenced to 2 years in prison for eluding an officer, and will serve 1 year in prison and 1 year extended supervision, the sentence will be served concurrently (same time) with the first felony count for armed robbery. In total, Federico-Flores will only serve 4 years in prison and 4 years extended supervision under a plea agreement with the Milwaukee County prosecutor.

Source: Hispanic News Network U.S.A. (HNNUSA)

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Homeless Individual Sleeps In Sidewalk Near The Wicket Hop Restaurant Outdoor Seating Section In The Affluent Third Ward Business Corridor In Milwaukee's Southside

Hundreds of well off individuals walked by the homeless individual sleeping in the sidewalk near a popular restaurant in the Third Ward neighborhood and business corridor in the Southside of Milwaukee. It seems like the homeless have become mere ghosts, and are invisible to the well off (and wealthy) population that has learned to ignore the homeless plight in their backyards. A sad state of affairs in today's society!

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 3, 2024

Milwaukee,  Wisconsin- On Sunday, June 2, 2024, a homeless individual slept at the 300 block of N. Broadway just steps from a corner popular restaurant, The Wicket Hop across from the Milwaukee Public Market at the historic Third Ward neighborhood and business corridor in the City of Milwaukee.

Hundreds of homeless individuals and drug addicted users have been noticed in all the neighborhoods in the City and busy business corridors, including downtown Milwaukee in the last 5 years.

The City of Milwaukee Common Council including Mayor Cavalier Johnson have yet to implement a strategic development plan that would provide affordable homes for the needy, low income and the homeless in the City.

Hundreds of City owned vacant homes have not been a priority to be remodeled by Common Council, which the properties have become useless for homeless individuals to occupy in order to keep them from the harsh winter and heat elements that can cause health hazards for these homeless population.

Also, along the stretch from S. 21 to S. 27 Streets along W. National Ave., on any given day or night, about 20 homeless individuals that include White, Black, Latino and other people of color can be seen roaming the streets.

Another area, just last Saturday afternoon, at the 2300 block of S. 27 Street, at least 6 White homeless individuals 4 men and 2 women including an elderly woman could seen taking refuge from the rain and sleeping by two entrances of a building North of the Volovanes Delicias restaurant and near a Milwaukee County Transit bus stop shelter at W. Lincoln Ave. and S. 27. One elderly man was stretched out and sleeping on the bus shelter bench.

Unfortunate scenes of the homeless plight that have been described are becoming very common throughout the City with no credible action taken by the Milwaukee Common Council and Mayor Johnson to provide any humane relief for the Milwaukee homeless population. Homeless individuals are not exempt from paying sale taxes when purchasing items, clothing, beverages and food to consume.

The Wisconsin GOP controlled legislature and Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers (D) have yet to commit any humane relief to handle the homeless plight in the State of Wisconsin.

Also, neither U.S. President Joe Biden (D) who is running for reelection,  and convicted felon Donald J. Trump (R/MAGA) who is running for President have not made it a priority campaign issue to provide any relief for the homeless population in the country.

Source: Hispanic News Network U.S.A. (HNNUSA)

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10-year-old Isdennyeliz Nicole Ortiz Merced Fatally Shot As She Slept In Her Bed In The Southside Of Milwaukee, Known Shooter Sought By Police

Ortiz Merced was sleeping in her bed on the second level when she was fatally injured by a gunshot that went through the ceiling of her room from the third floor.

By H. Nelson Goodson 

Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

June 1, 2024

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - On Friday, the Milwaukee Medical Examiner's Office identified Isdennyeliz Nicole Ortiz Merced, 10, as the victim of a fatal gunshot wound while she slept. Milwaukee police responded around 12:41 a.m. to the 2100 block of W. Orchard Street to a shooting.

Upon arrival, police located a 10-year-old girl on the second level of the home that was shot as she slept in her bed. Life-saving measures were applied but, the girl succumbed to her injuries at the scene. The Milwaukee Medical Examiner's Office declared Ortiz Merced deceased at 1:10 a.m., and declared it a homicide.

According to police, while Ortiz Merced was sleeping in her bed in the second level, a known suspect (family member) who was in the upper room (third level) while handling a handgun, accidentally fired a gunshot (bullet) that went through the floor striking Ortiz Merced in the chest as she slept in the lower level.

Police say, family members including Ortiz Merced and extended family shared the three-level home.

The known suspect (Ortiz Merced's 17-year-old cousin) fled the apartment and is being sought by police. Two vehicles were reported towed by police as well from the immediate property.

Ortiz Merced was a student at Albert E. Kagel School in the Southside of Milwaukee.

Source: Hispanic News Network U.S.A. (HNNUSA)

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