Rachael Oquendo
Rachael Renae Oquendo is a junior at Florida International University majoring in digital media broadcasting. She enjoys reporting on cultural and political events and stories; with one of her articles being featured in the Miami Herald. She hopes to pursue a career in journalism and graphic design upon graduation.
Man accused of Charlie Kirk killing attends first day of hearing (includes video story)
Tyler Robinson, 23, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk last year, appeared for the first time in court for his preliminary hearing. Where...
Miami Riverday Festival celebrates the history of the Miami River with residents (includes video...
This past Saturday, Miami residents sailed along the Miami River at Lummus Park Historic District to celebrate the Miami Riverday Festival.
The Miami River is...
Festival en la Calle Ocho: miles celebran la cultura latina (incluye video)
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El festival de la Calle Ocho en Miami reunió este domingo 15 de marzo a alrededor de un millón...
Thousands gather for the Calle Ocho Music Festival (includes video story)
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This past Sunday, thousands gathered on Calle Ocho to celebrate the finale of Carnaval Miami.
Despite the rain, residents...
Iranians in South Florida gather to protest regime (includes video story)
Over 100 Iranian Americans rallied in downtown Fort Lauderdale on Broward Boulevard on Sunday. They called for a democratic transition in Iran.
They celebrated the...
Teachers and doctors warn against DeSantis’ plan to end school vaccine mandate (includes video...
Following the recent release of Gov. Ron DeSantis's plan to eliminate some Florida school vaccine mandates, debate has arisen over the need for vaccines...
Animal fosters and their struggles providing care to rescues (includes video story)
In the past year, many animal shelters in South Florida struggled with overcrowding, causing them to rely on fosters to take in animals and...
Women Impacting Neighborhoods honors breast cancer survivors (includes video story)
On Oct. 18, Women Impacting Neighborhoods, an activist organization, hosted its fifth annual Day For Survivors at the Miramar Multi-Service Complex. Dozens of people...
Alpha Alumnae hosts fundraiser to support Convent of Mercy Academy students (includes video story)
The Alpha Alumnae Florida chapter hosted "Artful Aromas: Coffee and Art" fundraiser event on Oct. 11 at Island Space Caribbean Museum in Plantation to...
Pompano Beach residents gather at Founders Park to honor 9/11 victims and heroes (includes...
About 30 Pompano Beach residents gathered at Founders Park on Thursday to honor the victims and heroes of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks.
The ceremony...