Stephanie Ramirez
It was a high school history lesson on the Muckrakers that first piqued my interest in Journalism. It was a lesson on the power and responsibility of journalism.
Still, I never imagined I could be a part of that tradition until my father encouraged me to tour Temple University’s School of Journalism (I thought I was going to study architecture). More than a decade later, it is such an honor to be shining a light on issues and telling important stories for FOX 5!
When people ask what drives me, I tell them it’s my family’s story. Both sets of my grandparents came to the United States from Puerto Rico to start a new life in New York. My parents worked incredibly hard to make sure my brother, sister and I would have the opportunity to attend college. We were raised to advocate for one another, whether it be my family or our greater community!
This career has taken me from Philadelphia (my home-town area) to New York City, Cleveland and now Washington D.C. Each place has its own heartbeat, with incredible people whose stories stick with you forever.
I will always be a Jersey girl at heart (South Jersey in the house), but I love living in Maryland. In the summer, I’m on the Bay at dog-friendly beaches. All year round, you can find me running to salsa music with my "hairy daughter," a German Shepherd named Lola!
WAWA’s are great! I also say, "hoagies" and reject the name "steak and cheese sandwiches." It’s a cheesesteak! You can win me over with pizza. Just not with Old Bay on pizza! Sorry Maryland!
Got an issue you’d like us to look into? Don’t hesitate to reach out!
The latest from Stephanie Ramirez
Parents raise new concerns over MCPS boundary 'Option H' proposal
Montgomery County Public Schools is set to vote Thursday on a major school boundary proposal with many parents already voicing opposition to the "Option H" plan that would move Wootton High School. However, there's another set of parents raising a different concern within the "Modified Option H" proposal, that they claim could create a segregated environment.
Prince George’s County highlights AI, quantum computing investments
Prince George’s County leaders are spotlighting the region’s growing role in artificial intelligence and quantum computing.
Cyclists group protests against removing the 15th Street bike lane; lawsuit delays start
Despite possible rain, D.C.-area cyclists are moving ahead with a planned protest Monday against the federal government’s plan to remove bike lanes around the National Mall.
Navy Yard, Wharf added back to DC’s juvenile curfew zones this weekend
Navy Yard and the Wharf are back on the list of D.C.’s juvenile curfew zones for the weekend, a week after a large gathering of teens turned violent in a nearby park.
Prince George’s County targets illegal car rallies with new legislation
Prince George’s County is moving to tighten enforcement on illegal car rallies and street takeovers by introducing new legislation that would penalize not only drivers but also spectators who attend the events.
Parents, students push back against MCPS redistricting plan ahead of final vote
Parents and students voiced strong opposition Tuesday night to the Montgomery County Public Schools superintendent’s proposed redistricting plan, particularly “Option H.”
Storm cleanup underway across the DMV after winds topple trees, power lines
Heavy storms ripped through the region Monday, toppling trees and power lines and leaving thousands without electricity as crews work through Tuesday morning to restore service.
2 teens arrested, guns recovered after Navy Yard teen gathering erupts into chaos
A teen meet‑up at the Navy Yard turned into chaos over the weekend, prompting D.C. police to urge parents to step in as large youth gatherings continue to escalate.
Hearing Monday on Kennedy Center closure proposal
A federal judge has not yet ruled on whether to halt the Kennedy Center’s planned two‑year closure even as the center’s high-stakes board meeting for construction plans is set to take place Monday.
DC cherry blossoms reach Stage One amid a weather rollercoaster
After several days of unseasonably warm weather, the National Park Service announced Wednesday that D.C.’s cherry blossom trees have officially reached Stage One of their bloom cycle.