INDIANAPOLIS Hispanic Heritage Month is meant to be a time to celebrate all that Latinos contribute to our nation and society.
Certain events in Central Indiana have been canceled or changed this year, due to fears of federal immigration enforcement.
Most notably, FIESTA Indianapolis was canceled after over 40 years.
La Plaza, the oldest and largest Latino nonprofit organization in Indiana and the event organizer, made the announcement last month, stating changes were made "out of an abundance of caution and a deep commitment to the well-being for the community."
Theres definitely been fear here in this restaurant. I have had coworkers, part of the team, that no longer come to work because theyre afraid of the situation," co-owner of Gather 22 Pablo Gonzalez said. In the midst of all t