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Nicole Macias Garibay

@nicolee.macias

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🇲🇽 | transborder journalist | @journalismfp chips quinn fellow |@latimes @delosangelestimes 💚 | @vocesmag founder
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graduated with master’s degree, won Los Angeles Times internship, founded bilingual magazine and have beautiful girlfriend …. i did follow my dreams 💚

thank you for another set of grad pics @yosoyfernanda.rm 🥺💕 by @nicolee.macias

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the best day of our lives 🤍 taken in New Orleans, Louisiana by @nicolee.macias

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Ahead of the World Cup in L.A., these two Latino designers, @retrofittedla and @miesha.gfg are reimagining fútbol fashion.

By upcycling and screen-printing soccer jerseys, they’re creating pieces rooted in identity, community and their love for the game. 🌎⚽️

🎥 @nicolee.macias by @nicolee.macias

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a couple of bylines and many interviews later, my internship with the LA Times comes to an end 🥹

this was a dream come true and i’m very thankful to everyone who i crossed paths with. you all enriched my career with advice and guidance. this experience taught me storytelling tools that helped me grow as a reporter. gracias @delosangelestimes 💚 taken in Los Angeles Times by @nicolee.macias

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For drag kings, who are usually assigned female at birth but play masculine characters, the art form is more than just a performance; it’s how they defy gender and cultural norms.

“[Drag] is my escape,” said 81-year-old El Daña, a Mexican American daughter of farmers. “When I’m onstage, I forget everything else. I feel I’m a star and I kill it every time.”

In a world where mainstream audiences seem more captivated by the glitz and glam of drag queens, as a more masculine performer, El Daña has often felt pushed to the sidelines. Within the queer performance scene, she said, drag kings have often received little recognition, fewer opportunities and less monetary gain despite contributing greatly to the art form and the LGBTQ+ community.

👉 Head to the link in our bio to read more.
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📸 @arianadrehsler by @nicolee.macias

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Viral social media trends like “Instapoetry” and #poetrytok have allowed Latinos to not only access literature that resonates with them, but to feel empowered to become writers as well, said Patrícia Lino, an associate professor of poetry and visual arts at UCLA.

“The death of poetry has been declared many times throughout history, but it’s always transforming — and recently, it has transformed due to social media,” Lino said.

With poetry no longer being confined to academic journals or classrooms, Latinos have been able to break through in the publishing industry, where they make up 7% of writers and authors.

✨ @nicolee.macias talked to poets @yesikastarr, @diaryofaromantica and @vianneyharelly about their poetry journeys at the link in our bio.

🎨: @spacehoes by @nicolee.macias

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Karol G's historic set at Coachella paid homage to regional Mexican music, with help from the Latin Grammy-nominated ensemble, @mariachireynadelosangeles.

“Karol G knew that when people would see us up on that stage, that they would feel immense pride,” said Crystal Hernandez, a violinist and vocalist in the group, who hails from Newport Beach. “She knew bringing Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles would be an empowering move for women, Mexican culture and mariachi.”

And at “Karolchella,” the first all-women mariachi ensemble in the United States demonstrated what female empowerment can look like, despite performing in a historically male-dominated music genre.

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🎨 @spacehoes by @nicolee.macias

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almost a year ago we packed our bags and left the home we had built,
no more driving around in Melrose,
no more Arizona sunsets,
no more driving you to school,
no more grabbing drinks on a Thursday night at a new speakeasy,
no more laundry days at your parent’s house,
how much i enjoyed it all with you
but as i’m left with nothing but memories of Phoenix’s hot sun
i realized you are home 💛 by @nicolee.macias

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Since opening in 2020, @lopezurbanfarm has used the space to grow fruits and vegetables, which are given out for free to Pomona residents. In doing so, it has helped address food insecurity in the area, which especially affects low-income residents, undocumented immigrants, seniors and unhoused community members.

What began as a space that grows produce has turned into a place that hosts a weekly farmers market, offers bilingual yoga classes that make wellness accessible and provides educational programs that equip college students with farming skills.

👉 Head to the link in our bio for the full story
✍️ @nicolee.macias
📸 @ethanswopephoto + @garycphotos by @nicolee.macias

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🎬 Latina stories are taking center stage at @casa0101 in Boyle Heights during the Latina Independent Film Extravaganza Festival (@lifefestla ).

On Friday, producer of @Encanto, Yvett Merino (@yvettmf ) was honored with the “Lupe Ontiveros Award” for breaking Latina stereotypes.

Filmmakers and artists came together to enjoy movies that spotlight the rainbow of stories from the Latino community 🍿

The festival continues through March 8, with additional screening at @cinepolisusa @cityofpicorivera

🎥 @marianacardenasc_ taken in Casa 0101 Theater by @nicolee.macias

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Expanding the CALÓ News mission to Arizona has been a labor of love. According to our gifted pool of contributors, these are some of the most impactful stories they worked on in 2025.

Read more at calonews.com/arizona. by @nicolee.macias

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10 months ago

For 23 years, Food City has hosted a tamal-making contest in Phoenix, celebrating the recipes and skills of everyday Phoenicians. This year, a Sonoran family recipe was crowned the winner.

Read more from @nicolee.macias at the link in our bio or at calonews.com/arizona. by @nicolee.macias

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