June 10, 1955 – “First Spanish-language TV Station Goes on Air” In San Antonio, Texas, KCOR went on air, becoming the first Spanish-language television station in the country.
The station, which is now known as KWEX, was originally named after Raoul Cortez, the owner of the station. KCOR was also the first Spanish-language commercial station in the U.S., as well as the first station in south
Texas to broadcast on the UHF band.
July 4, 1930 - "Elijah Muhammad Forms Nation of Islam in Detroit" Elijah Muhammad formed the Nation of Islam in Detroit, Michigan, beginning what became an introduction to many African-Americans to the Islamic faith. The organization is famous for its role in organizing the black community in urban centers around America. It also
is where Malcolm X began his career as a freedom fighter and religious leader. The Nation of Islam has been a source of protection, organization, refuge and resistance since its founding.
