Café con José: Jazz, Recovery, and New Developments

This week in Reading, the city didn’t slow down.
Berks Jazz Fest brought the energy. The community showed up for a young volunteer in need. And safety updates near the Pagoda reminded us that change happens on every level—big and small.
In this edition of Café con José, I reflect on a city that holds celebration and concern side by side… and why those stories matter more than ever.

☕️ Café con José | We’re Back

Café con José is returning after nearly ten years, inspired by the need for connection. José will share weekly columns that are honest and personal, reflecting on communities and life. The aim is to create a space for shared experiences, inviting readers to join him with their coffee or tea.

Petro asiste a funeral de policías asesinados en Colombia

BOGOTÁ (AP) – El presidente colombiano Gustavo Petro asistió el martes a las honras fúnebres de los policías asesinados recientemente con artefactos explosivos, el mayor ataque a la fuerza pública … Continue reading Petro asiste a funeral de policías asesinados en Colombia

Colombian journalist José Martínez nominated for EMMY Awards 2022

Colombian journalist José Martínez received a nomination for the Emmy Awards, which recognize excellence in the television industry in the United States. Martínez, Anchor and Reporter for WFMZ-TV 69 News, … Continue reading Colombian journalist José Martínez nominated for EMMY Awards 2022

Dos muertos y un herido en tercera noche de protestas raciales en Wisconsin

WISCONSIN. (EFE).- Al menos dos personas resultaron muertas y una herida en la tercera noche consecutiva de protestas raciales en Kenosha (Wisconsin) desde que el domingo un agente policial disparó … Continue reading Dos muertos y un herido en tercera noche de protestas raciales en Wisconsin

Colombia ends terrifying week with three massacres in one day

By Adriaan Alsema. Colombia Reports.- Three massacres took place in Colombia on Friday, ending what may have been the most terrifying week in 20 years with five massacres. The three … Continue reading Colombia ends terrifying week with three massacres in one day