Hispanic Heritage Month Coverage

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.

Interpreter connects families, students to the classroom

Emily Cervantes Acuña is helping students that were once like 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.

Crowds in Raleigh celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Fiesta Del Pueblo

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

Leslie Moreno, WRAL multimedia journalist

Bulls pitcher's perseverance shown through drive to reach big leagues

Durham Bulls relief pitcher Critofer Ogando shares his journey to the big leagues that began in his native Dominican Republic.

Ken Smith, WRAL anchor/reporter

Bulls pitcher celebrates heritage in mission to make the big leagues

WRAL's Ken Smith goes one on one with Durham Bulls relief pitcher Cristofer Ogando about his journey to the big leagues.

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

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.

Orange County health worker pushing to vaccinate Hispanic community

On any day of the week, you can find Sandra Amado answering phones or outside engaging with her community. "In our language and in a way they can understand, we've been able to inform people," Amado, who works with El Centro Hispano, said.

In vaccination effort, speaking the language makes a difference

For a year and a half, Amado has been attending events or going door to door informing the Hispanic community about COVID-19 and ways they can protect themselves and each other.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL reporter

Puerto Rican doctor helps translate health care for rural patients

At UNC Health, Dr. Michelle Hernandez is breaking down barriers as a pediatric allergist and immunologist. The Puerto Rican native calls the work her purpose.

'Life of service' brings Puerto Rican doctor to rural Lee County

At UNC Health, Dr. Michelle Hernandez is breaking down barriers as a pediatric allergist and immunologist. The Puerto Rican native calls the work her purpose.

Mikaya Thurmond, WRAL anchor/reporter

Athens Drive student documentary showcases Hispanic businesses

A new documentary tells the story of success and struggles of Hispanic businesses around the Triangle. It was all made by two students at Athens Drive High School in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Kavya Sriram and Alanah Payne tell WRAL News all about their project.

Mosaics bring color, cultural expression to Johnston County church

Father Peter Grace says his church and community are equal parts Hispanic and American families and he wanted his church to express what can come about through faith.

Mosaic murals add color, a bit of 'heaven on earth' to Johnston County church

El Padre Peter Grace de St. Ann en Johnston County esta uniendo a diferentes comunidades con el arte.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL reporter

UNC physician, nonprofits work to overcome Latino fears of virus testing

The Latino community has been hit hard by coronavirus, so a UNC Health physician is trying to help migrant farmworkers get basic care and testing during the pandemic.

UNC doctor, nonprofits work to limit coronavirus spread among migrant workers

El doctor Michael Herce de UNC, con la ayuda de organizaciones que ayudan a los Hispanos ayudan a los trabajadores migrantes y a los de la comunidad Latina dandoles examenes de covid y basica ayuda medica.

Leslie Moreno, WRAL multimedia journalist

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 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