In 2006, 18-year-old mariachi singer Elisa Gastellum died before moving to Las Vegas; 20 years later, 27 scholarships in her name have helped 10 recipients become mariachi teachers

In 2006, 18-year-old mariachi singer Elisa Gastellum died before moving to Las Vegas; 20 years later, 27 scholarships in her name have helped 10 recipients become mariachi teachers

​For Elisa’s parents, Terri and Bob Gastellum, remembering their daughter eventually became about more than preserving memories. They wanted to create an opportunity for other young musicians to pursue the path Elisa had envisioned for herself. Some dreams end before they have the chance to begin. For Elisa Gastellum, mariachi music was more than a … Read more

Who are the Gamez-Cuellar brothers? Mariachi band member and family arrested by ICE

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Two brothers in a mariachi band who visited Congress last year were arrested by federal agents in Texas along with other family members. ICE detained the mariachi brothers and family members, prompting a political outcry as representatives called for their release. (Associated Press) Lawmakers from both parties have condemned the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcementice) … Read more