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 Wilmot Cancer Institute received a $3 million award from the federal government to develop a novel treatment for pancreatic cancer. -
The pharmacists at Trillium Health Center say they’re able to provide the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to anyone 12 and older. -
ConnectionsOn "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 9/26/25, health experts discuss severe maternal morbidity, and how to improve outcomes for Black mothers in Rochester.
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ConnectionsOn "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 9/26/25, experts discuss the rapid rate of job growth for advanced practice providers, and their role in the healthcare ecosystem.
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ConnectionsDuring "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 9/26/25, WXXI's Racquel Stephen guest hosts a conversation about advanced practice providers, and maternal morbidity. -
Iris Banister worked in the Rochester City School District for more than 30 years as a teacher, a counselor and in administrative roles. -
The move comes in response to a federal policy blocking use of Medicaid at Planned Parenthood centers. -
The town of Irondequoit has committed to being a place where everyone from age 8 to 80 — and beyond — can live an enjoyable life. -
ConnectionsIn the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Sept. 11, 2025, Evan and co-host Raquel Stephen continue our look at historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and their legacy. -
ConnectionsDuring "Connections with Evan Dawson" on 9/11/25, we discuss if the courts are still an equal branch of government. Then in our second hour, we continue our look at HBCUs and their legacy.
