Hispanic heritage Coverage

Hispanic Heritage month: New music director of the North Carolina Symphony

Music Director of the North Carolina Symphony, Carlos Miquel Prieto, plans to spread his message of inclusion through music.

Fact check: Harris says states have tried to 'ban teaching Latino and Hispanic history'

During a speech at a historically Black neighborhood in Jacksonville, Florida, Vice President Kamala Harris said some states have tried "to ban teaching Latino and Hispanic history."

Marta Campabadal Graus, PolitiFact reporter

Latino community celebrates connection with lost loved ones on Day of the Dead

The 6th annual "Day of the Dead" event has found a welcome space at the City of Raleigh Museum.

Annual 'Day of the Dead' celebration mixes art, music and dance to honor family and ancestors

Halloween is over, however, many in the Latino community of Raleigh enjoy a different cultural link to a celebration called "The Day of the Dead."

Hispanic liaison helps students get higher education at Wake Tech

WRAL's Ken Smith introduces us to Jose Fabre Jr. and how education changed the trajectory of his life.

Woman's passion for helping serve Siler City's Latino community a life's calling

A Siler City woman has dedicated more than 30 years of service to the community. She's done it all, from helping as an interpreter to encouraging people to get tested during COVID.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL reporter

Siler City woman helps hispanic community through work as liasion

Ilana Dubester came to America from Brazil In 1989, she wanted to be a farmer, but had no idea what future was in store for her.

Durham interpreter builds communication bridges to help students once like her

Interpreters play a critical role in enabling communication between Spanish-speaking families and the Durham Public Schools system. We're profiling one of those interpreters - Emily Cervantes Acuña.

Sarah Krueger, WRAL Senior Durham reporter

Fiesta Del Pueblo returns to in-person celebration in Raleigh

It is Hispanic Heritage Month and people all across the country are celebrating their roots - including in Raleigh for the annual Fiesta Del Pueblo.

La Fiesta del Pueblo holds family-friendly festival in Raleigh

The Triangle's largest Latin American culture festival is happening Sunday in downtown Raleigh.

La Fiesta del Pueblo to hold in-person festival

One of the Triangle's largest Latin American culture festivals will return this fall with an in-person event.

Dia de los Muerto a painful reminder of loved ones lost to the pandemic

For thousands of families, Dia de los Muertos was a reminder of the pain they've suffered in the past two years due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Families in North Carolina cope with pandemic deaths on Dia de los Muertos

For thousands of families, Dia de los Muertos was a reminder of the pain they've suffered in the past two years due to COVID-19.

Keenan Willard, WRAL Eastern North Carolina reporter

Triangle Hispanic community honors those who died from COVID-19 during Day of the Dead

A Day of the Dead celebration was held in Raleigh on Sunday focusing on remembering those who lost their lives to the coronavirus pandemic. At the celebration, people were able to get vaccinated against the virus and be tested for HIV. Organizers say that the Day of the Dead is a time for the Hispanic community to honor and celebrate the lives they have lost.

Venezuelan native 'living her second life' in helping others

As Hispanic Heritage Month continues, we're highlighting a woman who is making a difference through immigration and legal services.

Mikaya Thurmond, WRAL reporter

Hispanic Heritage Month: Woman offers immigration and legal services to those in need

After battling health problems earlier in life, Jenny Bustamante Ferrel is living out a second life for others, offering immigration and legal services to the Hispanic community.

Fact check: Biden wrong about fastest-growing racial group

In a virtual meeting with the President of Mexico, Joe Biden said the Hispanic community is the fastest-growing population in the U.S. Hispanics did record the largest numerical increase in population of any racial or ethnic group from 2010 to 2019, but that's a different measure than "fastest-growing."

Louis Jacobson, PolitiFact reporter

Puerto Rican author living dreams as children's author, community organizer

A community organizer is using her talents support children in Durham. Whether she's sharing her books or organizing events in Durham's Latino community, Rosalie Bocelli-Hernandez is living out her dreams. Bocelli-Hernandez's impact began when she published six children's books focused on creating self-esteem. In addition to writing, the Puerto Rican author also works for Durham Parks and Recreation as a community liaison to support residents.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL reporter

Durham police introduce new Hispanic Liaison Officer

Meet Rut Avila. She's the new Hispanic Liaison Officer for the Durham Police Department.

Durham artist's work admired, appreciated by community, state

WRAL's Leslie Moreno features Durham artist Cornelio Campos and the work he does as part of our Hispanic Heritage Month.

Durham muralist hopes to encourage the next generation

Cornelio Campos is a Latino muralist in Durham and one of North Carolina's best known Latino artists.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL reporter

Hispanic Heritage Month: Carlota Santana expresses passion through music

This week's Hispanic Heritage Month feature focuses on Hispanic artist Carlota Santana.

Carlota Santana expresses emotion through dance

The music and the moves of Flamenco Vivo represent a beautiful culture, and Carlota Santana knows that better than anyone.

Mikaya Thurmond, WRAL anchor/reporter

Durham city leaders respond to uptick in COVID-19 cases in Hispanic community

Members of North Carolina's Hispanic Community said they are struggling and many aren't able to get the supplies they need to stay safe.

Lora Lavigne, WRAL Durham reporter

Members of Hispanic community seek help during coronavirus outbreak

WRAL's Lora Lavigne reports members of North Carolina's Hispanic community said they are struggling and many aren't able to get the supplies they need to stay safe during the coronavirus outbreak.