Alberto Camargo

Florida, Lakeland

Multimedia Journalist at WTXL ABC 27

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Vigil planned for 5-year-old Melissa Mogle, victim of alleged child abuse

1 week ago | wtxl.com | Alberto Camargo

A vigil is planned Thursday for 5-year-old Melissa Mogle. "Missy" died on May 19 after Tallahssee police found her unresponsive and covered in bruises. Watch now to hear Missy's godmother describe who Missy was before her tragic death. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:The tragic death of 5-year-old Melissa Mogle came as a shock to many of her loved ones last week. This week the focus is shifting from the alleged child abuse she endured to remembering the little girl for her bubbly personality.
Florida State says it's lost more than $50M to federal funding cuts

1 week ago | wtxl.com | Alberto Camargo

Florida State says it's lost over $50 million in federal funding cuts -- but it could be have double that. One program that studies HIV risk for youth has recouped the money it had lost. Watch now to find out where things stand on FSU appealing the cuts that have affected its funding. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:With all the ongoing uncertainty around federal funding for universities, we've learned that Florida State University has lost over $50 million since cuts began.
FSU Baseball to host Tallahassee Regional

1 week ago | wtxl.com | Alberto Camargo

FSU baseball will host the Tallahassee Regional Friday. The Seminoles are competing for a first-ever national championship. FSU's quest starts with a game against Bethune-Cookman at 3 p.m.Watch now to hear head coach Link Jarrett and one player describe what it means to host the regional. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:Florida State baseball is no stranger to high-stakes, postseason play, but the program is still searching for a first national championship.
Here's how often each seed makes the Men's College World Series

1 week ago | ncaa.com | Alberto Camargo

The NCAA DI baseball tournament, explained In a sport as wildly unpredictable as baseball, just how important is seeding when it comes to paving a path to the Men's College World Series? One part to the answer: No. 1 regional seeds have accounted for just under 75% of all MCWS participants since the NCAA baseball tournament's current format was introduced in 1999. So, do the top-ranked teams have a fast track to Omaha? According to the data, more often than not, yes.
Local college students plan to hold anti-Marva Johnson rally Saturday

2 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Alberto Camargo

Local college students plan to hold an anti-Marva Johnson rally Saturday, saying FAMU's identity is under attack. Johnson's nomination is set to be confirmed by the Board of Governors on June 18. Watch now to hear students describe how they plan to organize in the coming weeks. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:While most students in Tallahassee may be gone for the summer or gathering elsewhere for the holiday weekend, some are staying back to take action against FAMU President-Elect Marva Johnson.
"Keepers of the Flame" FAMU alumni group plans boycott to oppose Marva Johnson as university president

2 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Alberto Camargo

A FAMU alumni group known as "Keepers of the Flame" is planning an organized boycott to oppose Marva Johnson as university president. Johnson is subject to confirmation by the Board of Governors on June 18. Watch now to hear what their boycott entails and where they plan to redirect their money. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:Alumni efforts to stop Marva Johnson from being confirmed as FAMU's 13th president are getting more organized. I'm Alberto Camargo, your College Town neighborhood reporter.
Donald Palm offers familiar face as president to wrap up week of finalist visits

3 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Alberto Camargo

FAMU COO Donald Palm wrapped up the week of finalist visits Thursday, offering a familiar face to possibly lead as president. The Board of Trustees will meet Friday to make a presidential nomination. Watch now to hear a student explain how they feel about possibly having Palm ascend to the presidency. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:Current FAMU Chief Operating Officer Dr. Donald Palm is under the spotlight Thursday as FAMU wraps up its week of presidential finalist visits.
FAMU presidential candidate Marva Johnson met with hostile crowd at evening meet-and-greet

3 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Alberto Camargo

FAMU presidential candidate Marva Johnson was met with hostile crowd at a Wednesday evening meet-and-greet. FAMU alumni and stakeholders questioned Johnson's qualifications and political influence. Watch now to hear how Johnson responded to the crowd and where she stands with the FAMU community. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:A full house and hostile environment met Marva Johnson as she met with FAMU alumni and stakeholders Wednesday"I hope the Board of Trustees heard loud and clear.
FAMU presidential candidate Gerald Hector meets with community as presidential salary range is revealed

3 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Alberto Camargo

FAMU presidential finalist Gerald Hector met with the community Tuesday as a potential salary range for the job was revealed. FAMU will host two more finalists before trustees nominate one Friday. Watch now to find out what alumni and students liked about Hector. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:As Gerald Hector made his case Tuesday to be the 13th president of Florida A&M University, new details have emerged about the next steps in the process.
Campus visits, final interviews for FAMU presidential finalists begin

3 weeks ago | wtxl.com | Alberto Camargo

Florida A&M will host all four of its presidential finalists this week for final interviews and meet-and-greets with the community. This comes as the National Alumni Association makes an official endorsement for one candidate, COO Dr. Donald Palm. Watch now to hear feedback about candidate Rondall Allen from students and alumni. BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:This week, Florida A&M will host all four of its presidential finalists.