Category: Politics & Community Insights

Entravision Partners with The James Irvine Foundation to Launch a New Educational Initiative to Promote Census 2020 Participation in Monterey, CA

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, today announced its partnership with The James Irvine Foundation in a unique media and social collaboration to promote census participation in the Monterey, CA market. This program is a way to educate Monterey-Salinas Latinos on the 2020 Census, as well as enhance collaboration between community stake-holders and media, and will be promoted across Entravision’sMonterey-Salinas radio stations, television broadcasts, and social media channels on Noticiasya.com and Facebook.

The partnership will reach out to Latinos in hard-to-count households by educating them with information and resources to motivate action through a greater understanding of the census and its value. With the help of the Foundation, Entravision will produce 30-second public service announcements to educate Latinos on the vital role of the census, why it matters, and de-mystify any misconceptions about the process. There will be different vignettes produced monthly throughout the campaign.

In addition, educational news segments and interviews will air each month on Univision KSMS-TV local news, as well as local customized segments on Despierta America featuring long-time former Univision anchor Fidel M. Soto. Radio spots will feature community icon Eddie “Piolin” Sotelo. On the digital front, Entravision journalist Adriana Frederick will host Facebook Lives featuring guests from the Foundation and their community partners. This will be an interactive forum where they can actively respond to audience questions on the census.

“We are excited to partner with The James Irvine Foundation in this effort to promote awareness on the significance of the 2020 Census in Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties. Entravision will incorporate its television, radio, influencers and digital properties to develop a comprehensive media campaign that educates, entertains and motivates Latinos to participate and be counted” said Eddie Melendez, Entravision Local Media President.

“We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with one of the leading news organizations in the Latino market to ensure residents of the Central Coast participate in the 2020 Census. Entravision has built a strong relationship with the Monterey community, and they are a vital partner in making this a successful initiative. We look forward to helping promote the census to ensure that all Central Coast residents are counted,” said Melina Sanchez, Program Officer for The James Irvine Foundation.

About Entravision Communications Corporation
Entravision is a diversified global media, advertising technology and data analytics company that reaches and engages Latino consumers in the U.S. and other markets primarily including Mexico, Latin America and Spain. Entravision’s portfolio includes digital media properties and advertising technology platforms that deliver performance-based solutions and data insights, along with 55 television stations and 49 radio stations. Entravision’s digital and technology businesses include Headway, a leading global provider of mobile, programmatic, data and performance digital marketing solutions, as well as Pulpo, the top-ranked online advertising platform in connecting businesses with U.S. Latinos. Entravision is the largest affiliate group of both the Univision and UniMás television networks, and its Spanish-language radio stations feature its nationally recognized talent. Entravision also operates Entravision Solutions, a national sales and marketing organization representing over 300 owned and affiliated radio stations, radio networks and digital media platforms, and Headway’s audio advertising platform, AudioEngage. Entravision shares of Class A Common Stock are traded on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol: EVC. Learn more at: www.entravision.com.

About The James Irvine Foundation
The James Irvine Foundation is a private, nonprofit grantmaking foundation dedicated to expanding opportunity for the people of California. The Foundation’s grantmaking is committed to a California where all low-income workers have the power to advance economically. Since 1937 the Foundation has provided more than $1.87billion in grants to nonprofit organizations throughout California. With about $2.3billion in assets, the Foundation made grants of $95.9million in 2018. Learn more at www.irvine.org.

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SOURCE Entravision Communications Corporation

October 8, 2019

Entravision to Encourage Latino Participation in Elections Through Vota Conmigo 2020 Campaign

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ —

WHAT:	Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, announced its Vota Conmigo 2020 campaign. The campaign kicked off on October 3^rd in an effort to strengthen democracy in the U.S. through the exercising of the voting privilege. Entravision is building off of National Voter Registration Day, a tradition that dates back to 2012 and took place on September 24^th this year.

	The objective of the Vota Conmigo 2020 campaign is to encourage Latino voters to participate in the 2019 and 2020 elections. The Hispanic vote in these elections will be historic as the Latino population is projected to make up the largest ethnic minority among voters. The campaign will feature numerous public service announcements across Entravision’s traditional and digital media platforms.

	“We are excited to continue the movement in educating and encouraging the communities we serve to be involved in their government and get out and vote. The Latino population continues to grow and will have a great impact in the upcoming election.” said Luisa Collins, VP News, Social Affairs and Wellness, Entravision.

	The campaign can be followed using the hashtag #VotaConmigo.

WHERE:	The campaign will take place in the following markets:

	El Centro, CA	Albuquerque, NV
	Monterey, CA	Las Vegas / Reno, NV
	Palm Springs, CA	Corpus Christi, TX
	San Diego, CA	El Paso, TX
	Denver, CO	Laredo, TX
	Tampa, FL	McAllen, TX
	Orlando, FL	Midland, TX
	Boston, MA	Washington, D.C.

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SOURCE Entravision Communications Corporation

October 7, 2019

Entravision to Host Hazte Ciudadano Phone Bank Across its Television News Stations in 17 Markets

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ —

WHAT:	With the goal of mobilizing Hispanic eligible residents across the nation to become U.S. citizens, Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, will host a one-day phone bank. The Hazte Ciudadano “Become a Citizen” phone bank will air in all prime time newscasts from coast to coast on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. This event will help educate the local community on the process to become a United States citizen. The phone bank will address callers’ specific questions and provide information on how to become a citizen. Prior to the event, the phone bank will be promoted through Entravision’s television stations, NoticiasYa.com and social media pages. Entravision will be partnering with organizations across each of its markets for the event and will include interviews and informational segments during its evening newscasts.

WHEN:	Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 5pm local time, during Entravision’s evening newscast

WHERE:	Entravision television stations serving the following markets:
	El Centro, CA	Boston, MA
	Monterey, CA	Albuquerque, NM
	Palm Springs, CA	Las Vegas, NV
	San Diego, CA	Corpus Christi, TX
	Colorado Springs, CO	El Paso, TX
	Denver, CO	Laredo, TX
	Orlando, FL	McAllen, TX
	Tampa Bay, FL	Midland-Odessa, TX
	Washington, D.C.

QUOTE:	“We are looking forward to this eventful and educational day. Becoming a United States citizen is a great privilege and part of the American Dream,” said Luisa Collins, VP News, Social Affairs and Wellness, Entravision. “We are proud to sponsor this event and help promote U.S. citizenship.”

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September 17, 2019

Entravision’s El Paso Strong Telethon Raises over $200,000

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, hosted the El Paso Strong telethon on August 18^th for the victims and families of the tragic event that occurred on August 3, 2019 in El Paso, Texas.

Sunday’s five and a half hour live telethon aired on Entravision El Paso’s properties Univision 26, La Suavecita 93.9 FM, La Tricolor 94.7 FM and The Fox 92.3 FM. It was also simulcasted on Entravision’s Univision station in Albuquerque, NM. In addition, there was a three-hour live telethon on Entravision’s Univision Texas stations: McAllen, Midland – Odessa, San Angelo, Laredo, Lubbock and Corpus Christi. A portion of the telethon also originated from the Alex “El Genio” Lucas 30^th anniversary concert in Los Angeles.

The telethon benefited Paso del Norte Community Foundation’sEl Paso Victims Relief Fund and raised over $200,000, including $30,000 designated specifically for the Victims’ Scholarship Fund established by Community en Accion to provide scholarships for the orphans and children of victims of the tragedy.

Some of the primary donors included:
Richard Castro, McDonald’s franchisee
Dr. Joseph B. Furlong, Physicians Vascular Services
Dr. Ozan Sozer, El Paso Cosmetic Surgery
Entravision Communications Corporation

Entravision would like to thank all the employees, volunteers and donors who gave their time and commitment on this important day. We’d like to give special recognition to the following organizations and members for their support:

El Paso Mayor, Dee Margo
U.S. Congresswoman, Veronica Escobar
Texas Senator, Jose Rodriguez
State Representative, Cesar Blanco
El Paso County Judge, Ricardo Samaniego
Members of El Paso City Council
El Paso County Commissioner’s Court
Marina Monsisvais, Barracuda PR
Tracey Yellen, Mica Short, Paso Del Norte Community Foundation
Former Univision 26 anchors Estela Casas and Ariadna Lopez

Entertainment and music was provided in part by: World renowned cellist, Zuill Bailey, WWE personality and wrestler, Sin Cara and cumbia band Sonora Skandalo.

“I want to thank our beautiful and generous El Paso community for coming together to support the victims, their families, and the charity in this time of great need. We are very appreciative to all the people who made this event possible,” said Diana DeLara Zamudio, Entravision’s Senior Vice President, El Paso. “It is our sincere hope that this telethon made this tough time a little easier for all those affected. People are still coming into the station today wanting to help and contribute in any way they can.”

About Entravision Communications Corporation
Entravision is a diversified global media, advertising technology and data analytics company that reaches and engages Latino consumers in the U.S. and other markets primarily including Mexico, Latin America and Spain. Entravision’s portfolio includes digital media properties and advertising technology platforms that deliver performance-based solutions and data insights, along with 55 television stations and 49 radio stations. Entravision’s digital and technology businesses include Headway, a leading global provider of mobile, programmatic, data and performance digital marketing solutions, as well as Pulpo, the top-ranked online advertising platform in connecting businesses with U.S. Latinos. Entravision is the largest affiliate group of both the Univision and UniMás television networks, and its Spanish-language radio stations feature its nationally recognized talent. Entravision also operates Entravision Solutions, a national sales and marketing organization representing over 300 owned and affiliated radio stations, radio networks and digital media platforms, and Headway’s audio advertising platform, AudioEngage. Entravision shares of Class A Common Stock are traded on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol: EVC. Learn more at: www.entravision.com.

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August 20, 2019
Entravision to Host El Paso Strong Telethon on August 18th

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Aug. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, today announced that it will host the El Paso Strong Telethon to raise money for the victims and families of the tragic event on August 3, 2019.

The telethon will take place on Sunday, August 18^th, and be broadcast live 5pm – 10:30pm MST from Entravision’s broadcast center in El Paso, Texas. It will air across El Paso’s media properties: Univision KINT, La Suavecita 93.9 FM, La Tricolor 94.7 FM and The Fox 92.3 FM.

The telethon will also be simulcast on Entravision’s Univision station in Albuquerque, NM.

In addition, a three-hour live telethon broadcast will also take place from 6pm – 9pm CT on Entravision’s Univision Texas stations: McAllen, Midland – Odessa, San Angelo, Laredo, Lubbock and Corpus Christi.

The El Paso Strong Telethon will benefit the Paso del Norte Community Foundation’sEl Paso Victims Relief Fund. All donations will go directly to victims and their families. The broadcast will feature entertainment, live music, and El Paso community representatives, as well as other special guests.

“The tragic event in El Paso deeply impacted the local community and the entire country,” said Walter F. Ulloa, Entravision’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “On behalf of everyone at Entravision we would like to express our support for those impacted by this senseless tragedy. This telethon is a way for all of us to come together and support the El Paso Victims Relief Fund.”

To make a donation:

Call or Text: 833-998-1212, “EPGIVES”
Web: noticiasya.com/elpasostrong
Mail: Univision 26, 5426 North Mesa, El Paso, TX 79912

About Entravision Communications Corporation
Entravision is a diversified global media, advertising technology and data analytics company that reaches and engages Latino consumers in the U.S. and other markets primarily including Mexico, Latin America and Spain. Entravision’s portfolio includes digital media properties and advertising technology platforms that deliver performance-based solutions and data insights, along with 55 television stations and 49 radio stations. Entravision’s digital and technology businesses include Headway, a leading global provider of mobile, programmatic, data and performance digital marketing solutions, as well as Pulpo, the top-ranked online advertising platform in connecting businesses with U.S. Latinos. Entravision is the largest affiliate group of both the Univision and UniMás television networks, and its Spanish-language radio stations feature its nationally recognized talent. Entravision also operates Entravision Solutions, a national sales and marketing organization representing over 300 owned and affiliated radio stations, radio networks and digital media platforms, and Headway’s audio advertising platform, AudioEngage. Entravision shares of Class A Common Stock are traded on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol: EVC. Learn more at: www.entravision.com.

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August 15, 2019

Entravision to Host 12th Annual Radiothon to Raise Funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

SANTA MONICA, Calif., July 31, 2019 /PRNewswire/ —

WHAT:	Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, is joining hands with the Children’s Miracle Network® for the 12^th year to host a three-day Radiothon to help continue to raise millions of dollars for their network of hospitals. Continuing the theme of “Un Million Para Los Niños” (One Million for the Children), the Radiothon will help support 170 children’s hospitals around the U.S. with promotions running on 32 of Entravision’s owned and operated stations. To date, Entravision has helped raise $22 million for the Children’s Miracle Network.
	For 72 hours, Entravision will leverage its top nationally recognized personalities including, radio talent from syndicated shows Erazno y La Chokolata, Alex ‘El Genio’ Lucas, Armida y la Flaka, Mayra Berenice, Carla Soto and El Flaco y su Pandilla.
WHEN:	Thursday, August 1 to Saturday, August 3, 2019
WHERE:	Entravision’s 2019 Children’s Miracle Network Radiothon will provide updates live across its social media channels, including a dedicated Facebook page exclusive to the event and web page www.unmillonparalosninos.com.
QUOTE:	“Last year, Entravision helped raise $3.1 million from its Radiothon event. We are truly grateful to join them in partnership again this year in hopes to make a change in these children’s lives. We’d like to once again thank Entravision and its radio personalities and their shows for participating in this campaign with us and we look forward to yet another successful Radiothon,” said Danny Garcia, National Director Hispanic Media Partners, Children’s Miracle Network.

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July 31, 2019

Entravision to Broadcast and Live Stream Florida’s 9th District U.S. Congressional Debate on its Media Platforms Serving the Orlando and Tampa Bay Markets

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 26, 2018 /PRNewswire/ —

WHAT:	Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, will broadcast the U.S. Congressional debate between Democrat incumbent Darren Soto and Republican opponent Wayne Liebnitzky on Friday, October 26th at 6pm EST on its Univision Orlando and UniMas Orlando television affiliates serving the Orlando market. The debate will also be simulcast on NoticiasYa Orlando Facebook page, NoticiasYa Tampa Bay Facebook page, and NoticiasYa.com where the public will have the opportunity to pose their own questions. Entravision has partnered with Mi Familia Vota for the 2018 Florida District 9 debate.

	The two candidates are familiar with each other after Darren Soto (D-Fla) defeated Wayne Liebnitzky (R-Fla) in the 2016 election. Mr. Soto was elected to the Florida Legislature in 2007 where he served for almost 10 years before being elected to the U.S. House in 2016. As the incumbent, he wants to incentivize higher-paying jobs in Central Florida and expand low-income housing projects in the region. His opponent, Mr. Liebnitzky is a Navy veteran and runs a Mac Tools franchise in St. Cloud, FL. He wishes to prioritize health care and other social resources for disabled veterans and invest more money into the military.

	“It’s exciting to have the opportunity to broadcast this district 9 debate, especially between two candidates who had met in the prior election. We have a strong local news presence in the Orlando and Tampa markets and this debate highlights our commitment to the local communities and the election process. The live television broadcast and streaming on our NoticiasYa platform allows us to connect with our audience across traditional and digital media, while directly engaging viewers through a live questions and answer process,” said Luisa Collins, Entravision’s Vice President of News Social Affairs and Wellness.

	The debate will be moderated by Univision Orlando news anchor, Paul Gamache. Mr. Gamache began his career in Orlando as a production assistant on Channel 6, WKMG in 1982. He later joined Univision Orlando, where for the past 20 years he has served in various roles and is currently a co-presenter of Univision Central Florida news at 6pm and host of the 11pm edition. Mr. Gamache is a recipient of many established awards including Emmy Awards, and also possesses extensive experience in the fields of sales, marketing, management, and promotions.

WHEN:	Friday, October 26, 2018, from 6:00-7:00pm EST

WHERE:	Univision Orlando Channel 43, UniMas Orlando Channel 26, NoticiasYa Orlando Facebook page, NoticiasYa Tampa Bay Facebook page, and NoticiasYa.com

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SOURCE Entravision

October 26, 2018

Entravision to Host John H. Cox, California Candidate for Governor, on Community Forum “Infórmate, VotaYA” with Broadcasts on its TV Station and Noticias Ya Platform Serving the San Diego Market

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 23, 2018 /PRNewswire/ —

WHAT:	Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, will host a community forum “Infórmate, VotaYA” in San Diego, CA, on Tuesday, October 23^rd at 6:00pm PST on its Univision San Diego affiliate. The forum will feature John H. Cox, Republican candidate in the 2018 gubernatorial election. The 30-minute broadcast will include questions from moderators, Claudia Rodríguez and Sergio Urquidi, along with reporters, and the community of San Diego. In the week leading up to the event the local community has been encouraged to posts questions for Mr. Cox. The event is being co-sponsored with The Latino Legislative Round Table and will include questions from its founder Luis Alvarado.

	“It’s exciting to have the opportunity to broadcast this San Diego community forum. We have a strong local news presence in the San Diego market and our ability to work with The Latino Legislative Round Table to make this event happen highlights our commitment to the local community and the election process. The live television broadcast and streaming on our Noticias Ya platform allows us to connect with our audience across traditional and digital media,” said Luisa Collins, Entravision’s Vice President of News, Social Affairs and Wellness.

	The forum will be moderated by Claudia Rodríguez and Sergio Urquidi and will also include questions from Luis Alvarado. The topics that will be discussed include: poverty, homelessness, housing, immigration, and the USMCA Trade Agreement. Claudia Rodríguez began her career as a reporter and news anchor in Mexico. She has been a part of the Univision San Diego broadcast team since 1995 and is a proven news anchor, which is highlighted by her eight Emmy Awards. Sergio Urquidi is Univision San Diego’s 6pm news anchor with accomplishments including an Emmy Award and Golden Mike Award. Before moving to San Diego in 2017, he was lead anchor for Univision Arizona Daily Newscast. Luis Alvardo is a veteran Latino political expert and frequently quoted on national news programs. Mr. Alvarado has served as deputy press secretary for the California Republican Party and in senior advisor roles to Meg Whitman for Governor, Mike Villines for Insurance Commissioner, and a number of State Senate Congressional races.

	Lt. Governor Gavin Newson was also invited to participate in the forum, but declined the invitation due to a scheduling conflict.
WHEN:	Tuesday, October 23, 2018, 6:00-6:30pm PST

WHERE:	Univision San Diego Channel 17, NoticiasYa San Diego FB Page, and NoticiasYa.com

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SOURCE Entravision

October 23, 2018

Entravision to Broadcast Colorado’s 6th District U.S. Congressional Debate on its TV Stations Serving the Denver Market

SANTA MONICA, Calif, Oct. 22, 2018 /PRNewswire/ —

WHAT:	Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, will broadcast the U.S. Congressional debate between Republican incumbent Mike Coffman and Democrat opponent Jason Crow on Monday, October 22nd at 5:00pm MDT on Univision Colorado serving Denver, CO.

	Univision Colorado will air its third consecutive district 6 race. The debate will field questions on topics including healthcare, the economy, immigration, etc., The debate will also be simulcast live on Noticias Ya Colorado Facebook page and NoticiasYa.com where the public will have the opportunity to pose their own questions

	“It’s exciting to have the opportunity to broadcast this district 6 debate between incumbent Mike Coffman and Jason Crow. We have a strong local news presence in the Denver market and this debate highlights our commitment to the local community and the election process. The live television broadcast and streaming on our Noticias Ya website and Facebook page allows us to connect with our audience across traditional and digital media, while directly engaging viewers through a live question and answer process,” said Luisa Collins, Entravision’s Vice President of News Social Affairs and Wellness.

	The debate will be moderated by Univision’s Colorado news anchor, Juan Carlos Gutierrez, who has spent the past seven years with Entravision where he started as a news anchor / producer. Mr. Gutierrez’s broadcasting career began in 2002 with Telemundo as a reporter, producer, and back up sports anchor in the New York City, Chicago, and Denver markets. Mr. Gutierrez has extensive experience in the Latino market with many accolades including Emmy Awards and Colorado Broadcasting Association Awards of Excellence.

	Karen Vega will accompany Mr. Gutierrez as an anchor for the upcoming debate. Ms. Vega joined the Univision Colorado news team in 2014 as a news reporter and has received two Emmy Awards nominations, three Entravision Awards including Best Multimedia Reporter for the entire company, and also a Colorado Broadcasting Association Award of Excellence.

	Political information can be found on Politicaya.com and viewers can join in on the conversation using #USATUPODER.

WHEN:	Monday, October 22, 2018, 5:00-6:00pm MDT

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SOURCE Entravision

October 22, 2018

Entravision to Broadcast California’s 36th District U.S. Congressional Debate on its TV Stations Serving Palm Springs

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Oct. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ —

WHAT:	Entravision Communications Corporation (NYSE: EVC), a diversified global media and advertising technology company serving Latino consumers, will broadcast the only live U.S. Congressional debate between Democrat incumbent Raul Ruiz and Republican opponent Kimberlin Brown-Pelzer on Tuesday, October 16^th at 6pm PT on its Univision (KVER-LD- Channel 4) and NBC (KMIR Channel 36) television affiliates serving Palm Springs, CA. There will also be a live stream, interactive page, and live chat before, during and after the debate, which will be available on Desert Sun and Noticias Ya.

	The debate will be moderated by veteran political journalist, Hank Plante. Mr. Plante began his journalism career in Washington D.C. at the Sentinel Newspapers and for three decades has covered California for TV stations in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Palm Springs. He is an established reporter and winner of the George Foster Peabody Award along with multiple Emmys (local and national). Mr. Plante retired in 2010, but currently writes columns for newspapers in California with a main focus on politics and LGBT issues. Along with his professional accolades, in 2014 Plante became a member of the Editorial Board of Gannett’sDesert Sun newspaper located in Palm Springs.

	The debate will also include previously taped questions submitted by anchors Jorge Ramos, Sergio Urquidi, and Diana Perez. Jorge Ramos, a Mexican-born American journalist and author, is regarded as the best-known Spanish-language news anchor in the United States. He currently anchors Noticiero Univision, the Sunday-morning political news program Al Punto, and the Fusion TV English program America with Jorge Ramos. Sergio Urquidi is Univision San Diego’s 6pm news anchor with accomplishments including an Emmy Award and Golden Mike Award. Before moving to San Diego in 2017, he was lead anchor for Univision Arizona Daily Newscast. Diane Perez was a co-host of ABC News’World News Now and America This Morning before retiring in 2014.

WHEN:	Tuesday, October 16, 2018, from 6pm to 7pm PT

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October 15, 2018