The four women sat in camping chairs on 19th Street sipping mix-made mojitos. One was knitting, another talked on her cellphone. Amalia Alejo sang in Spanish and Ana Flores held onto her small white ...

When exactly is Mexico's independence celebrated? Here's what to know. When is Mexican Independence Day? In Mexico, Sept. 15 and 16 are dates that go hand in hand when commemorating the fight for ...

Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. ... When is Mexican Independence Day? In Mexico, Sept. 15 and 16 are dates that go hand in hand when commemorating the fight for independence.

Hundreds gathered in the streets of Houston on Saturday to celebrate the annual Mexican Independence Day holiday and the country’s freedom from Spain 214 years ago. Monday marks the official ...

Mexico's Independence Day marks the start of the 11-year Mexican War of Independence from Spain, ... birdwatch and more this summer Trump says US will not pay for California high-speed rail.

It's a popular misconception that Cinco de Mayo, which translates to "fifth of May" in Spanish, is Mexico's Independence Day or is the Mexican counterpart to the United States' Fourth of July.

Downtown Mexican Independence Day celebrations return, as city makes effort to curb car caravans Organizers say the two-day El Grito Fest, which runs Saturday and Sunday, should provide a “safe ...

Immigration advocates say the holiday brings complicated emotions this year more than ever. Immigrants want to celebrate the ...