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Ramon Ramirez


Ramon Ramirez is the managing editor, and formerly the Dot's news director, entertainment editor, and evening editor. His work has appeared in the Washington Post, Grantland, Washington City Paper, Austin American-Statesman, and Austin Monitor.

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Freddie Gray’s autopsy pinpoints ‘high-energy injury’ that caused death

Sudden deceleration of police van caused Freddie Gray's death, report says.

On Jun 23, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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Paul Walker’s daughter posted the perfect Father’s Day tribute

Meadow Walker is making sure we remember her dad.

On Jun 22, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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Mexicans have the perfect response to Donald Trump

Like the key to the city, but the exact opposite.

On Jun 20, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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Charleston victim Sharonda Singleton’s memorial galvanizes community

High school packs in community for touching tribute.

On Jun 18, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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Here’s an exclusive session with Montreal dream-pop trio Seoul

Check out an exclusive session from the best Montreal dream pop act named after a South Korean city.

On Jun 18, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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Lady Gaga completely owns this John Lennon cover

Gaga shines amid controversial European Games.

On Jun 17, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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The Walkmen’s Hamilton Leithauser sets Daytrotter ablaze with rowdy covers

Check out an exclusive session from one of music's most underappreciated songwriters.

On Jun 16, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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Did ABC accidentally show LeBron James’ penis?

It is decidedly so.

On Jun 12, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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NAACP leader Rachel Dolezal lied about being black

What had happened was.

On Jun 12, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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African-American mom defends McKinney police in controversial clip

But does she have a point?

On Jun 10, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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Drake Bell, Timbaland tweet transphobic remarks at Caitlyn Jenner

Celebs are weighing in from all corners on Jenner's historic day.

On Jun 1, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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Did Lil Mama just drop the song of the summer?

Yes, and you can thank the kids on Vine for that.

On May 29, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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Cat plays fetch in new attempt to outdo the family dog

You have to feel sorry for the dog in this house.

On May 25, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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#GoSilent campaign wants you to observe a moment of silence this Memorial Day

The stories of heroism cropping up around this campaign are inspiring.

On May 25, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez

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The Cardinals want the St. Louis PD to stop using their mascot in #PoliceLivesMatter photos

Mascots should be free from politicization.

On May 25, 2015 by Ramon Ramirez