Stephanie Ramirez
Stephanie Ramirez is an Emmy-nominated journalist with more than a decade of experience delivering impactful news to the communities she serves.
She has covered presidential elections and inaugurations, natural disasters, one of the deadliest aviation collisions in modern history, and the 2015 papal visit to the United States. She also reported extensively on school and public safety changes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A high school history lesson on the Muckrakers first inspired her understanding of journalism’s responsibility and purpose.
The Nation’s Capital and its surrounding communities have become an extension of her family, as she continues to pursue answers and accountability. Her reporting experience also includes Cleveland and New York City.
A graduate of Temple University, Stephanie got her start on the assignment desk in Philadelphia, where she learned the ins and outs of the newsroom.
Stephanie often anchors and is part of the early morning reporting team at FOX 5 DC, ensuring viewers have the information they need before starting their day.
The latest from Stephanie Ramirez
Who won the DC, Maryland & Virginia midterm elections?
Democrats secured widespread victories across Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia in the 2026 midterm elections.
2026 Virginia election guide: Key congressional matchups and 3 constitutional amendments
Polls opened across Virginia on Tuesday as voters cast ballots in midterm elections featuring competitive congressional races and three proposed state constitutional amendments.
Mamta Kafle Bhatt’s brother testifies on Day 15 of Naresh Bhatt murder trial
Mamta Kafle Bhatt’s brother took the stand Monday in the murder trial of her husband, Naresh Bhatt, testifying about concerns for his sister’s safety in her marriage.
Early voting wraps up in DC, Virginia this weekend; Maryland already finished
Early in-person voting concludes this weekend across parts of the Washington, D.C. region ahead of Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 3.
Early voting in Maryland comes to an end Thursday
Early voting in Maryland ends Thursday at 8 p.m., five days ahead of the November 3 midterm elections.
Battle over Loudoun County power lines heads to Virginia Supreme Court
The battle over power lines in Loudoun County is headed to Virginia’s top court after local officials and a homeowners association filed an appeal this week challenging the project.
Manassas Park schools reopen Tuesday after loaded gun found on campus, teacher arrested
Students in Manassas Park City Schools return to class Tuesday after officials closed all schools Monday following the discovery of a loaded handgun in a campus parking lot which led to the arrest of a high school teacher.
51st Marine Corps Marathon preparations underway as road closures and spectator rules announced
Preparations are underway for the 51st Marine Corps Marathon on Sunday, with approximately 40,000 participants expected to race through parts of Arlington and Washington, D.C., prompting road closures, security screenings, and spectator restrictions across the region.
Arlington County sues Trump administration to block armed federal agents from polling places
Arlington County has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration to prohibit armed federal law enforcement officers, including agents from ICE and the FBI, from operating at polling places less than two weeks before the 2026 midterm elections.
DC mayor's office says no plans for gas-fired power plant at RFK Stadium site amid activist concerns
The D.C. mayor's office says there are no plans by the Washington Commanders to build a gas-fired power plant at the RFK Stadium site after claims from a coalition of organizations.