Sophia Ramirez

Bureau Chief · Brownsville, TX

Sophia Ramirez has over 15 years of experience in journalism, having worked previously as a senior reporter at the Brownsville Herald. She holds a degree in Journalism from the University of Texas at Austin and has a passion for community storytelling that brings people together.

3 stories from Sophia Ramirez in Houston

ICE officer accused of assaulting immigrant in Houston

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ICE officer accused of hitting immigrant in Houston with an SUV turns himself in

As the sun dipped below the horizon in Houston, casting a warm glow over the city, a shocking incident unfolded that would soon ripple through communities far beyond its borders. On a bustling street, a construction worker named Miguel Parra Hernandez found himself in a life-altering moment when he...

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A somber scene depicting the aftermath of an incident involving a federal immigration officer.

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ICE agent charged with assault for hitting a fleeing man with his car will turn himself in on Monday

On a quiet evening in Houston, a moment of chaos erupted when a vehicle sped through the streets, leaving a trail of confusion and fear. The driver, a federal immigration officer, was reportedly pursuing a fleeing man when the unthinkable happened. Mario Alberto Morales, a U.S. Immigration and...

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McAllen Fire Department hiring entry-level firefighters

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm golden glow over the streets of McAllen, a group of hopeful candidates gathered at the McAllen Convention Center. The air buzzed with anticipation and a hint of nervous energy, as these individuals prepared to take the first step toward a career...

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