Racquel Stephen
Health, equity and community reporterRacquel Stephen is WXXI's health, equity and community reporter and producer. She joined the newsroom in 2021.
Racquel’s multifaceted radio background includes reporting for WAER in Syracuse and as a host for WLGZ-HD2 in Rochester.
Racquel holds a bachelor's degree in English literature from the University of Rochester and a master's degree in broadcasting and digital journalism from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University.
Racquel’s interest in health reporting stems from navigating through the developmental disabilities of her toddler son, and witnessing inequities within the health care system.
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The YMCA of Greater Rochester has sold its Carlson Metro Center building on East Main to Rochester Regional Health for $2.4 million. -
Congressman Joe Morelle stood with local medical experts on Thursday to stress the importance of vaccination in preventing the measles and other infectious diseases. And to dispel disinformation. -
ConnectionsIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on April 22, 2025, guest host Racquel Stephen talks with executive chef Kayjona Rogers about her unusual journey to success. -
ConnectionsIn the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on April 22, 2025, guest host Racquel Stephen leads a discussion with coach Moe Jackson on the importance of mentorship for young athletes. -
ConnectionsDuring "Connections" on 4/22/25, guest host Racquel Stephen talks to a local football coach about mentoring young men. Then, an executive chef talks about her journey and how she's making her mark on the culinary scene in Rochester. -
Governor Kathy Hochul held a news conference at FoodLink on Monday to rally support from elected and community leaders for the policy changes she wants in the spending plan. -
US Senator Chuck Schumer stopped by the Canandaigua VA medical center on Wednesday to stand in solidarity with local veterans amid layoff threats. -
Molina Healthcare of New York has partnered with Ibero-American Action League of Rochester to host a free community baby shower on Thursday to support mothers in need. -
Almost 50 smaller grass roots organizations were awarded grant money to further their outreach through the Neighbors in Action project. -
He returned a storied football program to Section V glory. His next challenge is about more than winning.
