This Week on Americas Now: Fighting Crime with Boxing Gloves
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In Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood, crime rates are nearly three times the national average. Gangs recruit kids as young as 13 — but one local organization is throwing punches at that cycle. With boxing, mentorship, and community, they're helping youth fight for a better future. Dan Williams reports on a grassroots movement that's making a real impact.
Gold, Gangs, and Chaos: Ecuador’s Mining Crisis
Gold prices are soaring, and violence is breaking out in Ecuador’s mining towns. Criminal gangs have taken over, turning once-thriving communities into war zones. Correspondent Dan Collyns reports from a city that became the most violent in the region. This is the dark side of the global gold rush.
Tiny Homes, Big Impact: Solving São Paulo’s Housing Crisis
With over 20 million residents, São Paulo faces a massive housing challenge. One project proves that small spaces can lead to significant change. Correspondent Miuda Valls explores how microhouses offer hope and homes to those who need them.
From AK-47s to Activism: Cesar Lopez’s New Mission
Cesar Lopez turned an instrument of war into a guitar for peace. Now, the Colombian artist is using his voice to champion the environment. From music to climate action, Michelle Begue shares the story of a musician reinventing his activism for a new cause.
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