Brenda Camacho
Anchor / Reporter / Senior Producer
Laredo, TX
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Brenda Camacho graduated from Alexander High School, Class of 2012. She then went to Laredo Community College for two years, then transferred to Texas State University where she graduated with her Bachelor’s Degree in 2016.
After graduating, Brenda joined the KGNS Team as an Associate Producer and then worked her way up to an Anchor/ Reporter/ Senior Producer. You can catch Brenda anchoring the KGNS News Early Edition at 5 p.m. every Wednesday through Friday and on the weekends for the KGNS News Weekend Edition at 5 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Brenda is grateful for the opportunity to inform the Laredo/Webb County community on what’s happening in the area.
You can follow Brenda on Facebook by clicking on the Facebook link above.
Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 10:45 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
In episode 15, the girls get into the latest baby news, the celeb/influencer takeover in Dubai, the nominees for this year's Oscars. Plus, 'The Bachelor' is back, catch the recap of the first episode.
Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 5:06 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
The resource center briefly shut down during the pandemic but has been up and running since Sept.
Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 10:40 AM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
Monday was the official start to tax filing season as the IRS has begun processing millions of returns.
Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 5:51 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
According to Congressman Henry Cuellar, Americans should be worried if the debt ceiling is not raised.
Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 12:00 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
In episode 14, the girls get into the backstory of the latest breakup anthems, a pop star's rumored relationship, a surprise cameo that's getting everyone excited for the Olympics and a lot more.
Updated: Jan. 13, 2023 at 6:11 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
A Laredoan lands a contract with one of the premier talent agencies in the southwest that has discovered the likes of Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato.
Updated: Jan. 13, 2023 at 12:00 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
In Episode 13, the girls discuss the failed collaboration of two pop icons, who will headline one of the biggest music festivals, and recap the first award show of the season.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 5:29 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
In episode 12, the girls recap what celebrities were doing on New Year's Eve, a new couple alert that'll make any 90s kid's heart melt, and the latest drama with the Royals.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 4:16 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
UISD held its active shooter mock scenario to prepare students and staff at Alexander High School’s ninth grade campus.
Updated: Dec. 30, 2022 at 4:23 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
In episode 11, the girls discuss the annual Kardashian Kristmas party and say goodbye to 2022 with a review of all the top moments in the entertainment world. Plus, catch their recap of the latest season of 'Emily in Paris.'
Updated: Dec. 23, 2022 at 12:57 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
In Episode 10, the girls dive into the "nepo baby" debate, discuss the long-awaited 'Barbie' movie trailer and who Pete Davidson is dating now. Plus, a recap of 'Harry & Meghan.'
Updated: Dec. 16, 2022 at 12:37 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
In Episode 9, the girls talk about rumors of a new music industry couple and the nominees for the 'Golden Globes.' Also, catch their recap of some of the most watched shows.
Updated: Dec. 15, 2022 at 10:22 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
In this On Your Side story, KGNS reporter Brenda Camacho reveals a nearly year-long investigation into the Holding Insitute of Laredo.
Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 11:21 AM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
Following Wednesday night's verdict, nine impact statements were read out loud to Ortiz by the families of the four victims.
Updated: Dec. 2, 2022 at 12:00 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
After a Turkey Day hiatus, the girls are back to catch viewers up on all the entrainment news including the latest break-ups and hot new couples in Hollywood, a new docuseries trailer fit for royalty, and more on the artists that dominated 2022. Plus, it's a wrap on 'Bachelor in Paradise,' hear what the girls have to say.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 12:51 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
Traffic improvements for south Laredo could be in store for the near future.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 12:27 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
One item is asking council members to consider hiring Leyendecker Construction for stadium enhancements in an amount not to exceed $8.6 million dollars.
Updated: Nov. 24, 2022 at 11:33 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
An expert shares ways to avoid falling victim to a scam during the busiest shopping season.
Updated: Nov. 20, 2022 at 9:25 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
Laredo Health Department Director Dr. Chamberlain said so far, the consulting firm, Health Management Consultant has met with the local hospitals, health centers, clinics and physicians.
Updated: Nov. 18, 2022 at 4:33 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
In Episode 7, the girls go over the concert ticket fiasco that's gained national attention, the return of y2k trends, the hottest new couples in Hollywood, and dive into the drama on the 'Bachelor' beach.
Updated: Nov. 14, 2022 at 10:27 AM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
According to the city’s human resource director, there’s already some interested in the position, mainly from people outside of Laredo.
Updated: Nov. 11, 2022 at 5:33 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
In Episode 6, the girls take a deep dive into this year's sexiest men alive and a pop star's new documentary. Plus, another recap of what's happening on "Bachelor in Paradise."
Updated: Nov. 10, 2022 at 3:28 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
Several parents from LBJ High School contacted KGNS regarding concerns about a student who made a shooting threat.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 10:19 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho and Cecilia Treviño
For the Texas Congressional District 28 race, Congressman Cuellar takes the lead against Republican Cassy Garcia in early voting results.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 8:11 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
Heated race for District 28 has attack ads that have been made against both Democratic and Republican parties.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 4:01 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho
The battle between Blue and Red is strong in District 28 as incumbent Congressman Henry Cuellar aims to keep his Democratic hold on the southern portion of Texas.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 1:53 PM CST
|By Brenda Camacho and Cecilia Treviño
In the race for Texas 28th Congressional District seat, incumbent Congressman Henry Cuellar and challenger Cassy Garcia are facing off.
Updated: Nov. 4, 2022 at 12:00 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
In Episode 5, your pop girlies are joined by a special guest while they break down some of the stand-out celebrity Halloween costumes, Taylor Swift's new tour announcement, and the latest updates in Bachelor Nation.
Updated: Oct. 29, 2022 at 9:34 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
Resident warned not to fall for scammers asking for payments over the phone
Updated: Oct. 28, 2022 at 12:00 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
In episode 4, your pop. co-hosts deep dive into a pop star's latest album release, review the new season of a highly talked about show and do their weekly recap of all the drama on the 'Bachelor' beach.
Updated: Oct. 21, 2022 at 4:07 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
The trial will be going on in Bexar County since the defense team asked for a change of venue.
Updated: Oct. 21, 2022 at 2:34 PM CDT
|By Yocelin Gallardo and Brenda Camacho
Brenda and Yocelin recap this week’s top moments in pop culture.
Updated: Oct. 19, 2022 at 6:40 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
The community is invited to Saint John Neumann Catholic Church’s Fall Festival.
Updated: Oct. 14, 2022 at 11:14 AM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
This week your "Pop. Off the Clock" hosts discuss a big departure from "The Voice", a reunion tour of the decade, and a pop star's new documentary. Plus they do their weekly recap of "The Bachelor in Paradise."
Updated: Oct. 7, 2022 at 7:31 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho and Yocelin Gallardo
A new KGNS+ digital podcast that takes a deep dive into pop culture
Updated: Sep. 19, 2022 at 4:42 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
District Seven Council member Vanessa Perez is asking that council agree to participate in order to test for ethylene oxide.
Updated: Sep. 16, 2022 at 12:48 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
During Thursday’s meeting, many members of the community were asking, why did it take so long for the EPA to get involved?
Updated: Sep. 5, 2022 at 1:01 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
The rate is being proposed to go from $18 to $20 a month plus an additional one dollar increase per year for the subsequent three years.
Updated: Aug. 31, 2022 at 3:07 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
The KGNS Digital News Desk kicked off the election season with its first candidate interview for one key race on the ballot this November.
Updated: Aug. 25, 2022 at 3:07 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
A tractor-trail is found engulfed in flames overnight in south Laredo.
Updated: Aug. 22, 2022 at 6:45 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
A Laredo nail artist is taking the beauty industry by storm and building up a client list that includes some of the most influential people in the entertainment industry
Updated: Aug. 19, 2022 at 3:53 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
The district will also review the possibility of collecting data at Muller Elementary School which is the school most impacted by emissions.
Updated: Aug. 19, 2022 at 10:51 AM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
A Laredo attorney is going after the Environmental Protection Agency for not doing enough to protect the Laredo community from a toxic air pollutant.
Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 4:59 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
The Laredo City Council enacted the next stage of the water conservation plan, which mandates residents follow a strict irrigation schedule.
Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 6:00 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
As we continue to experience rain in our forecast, the fire department is advising drivers not to let their guard down; turn on the car lights and use hazard lights if necessary.
Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 4:26 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
Your feces can tell you a lot about your health such as if you have digestive issues or infections. The distributing factoid is the reason why the federal government is now detecting viruses through stool.
Updated: Aug. 11, 2022 at 1:27 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
According to the City of Laredo Communications Administrator, the employee thought it was a legitimate request coming from a registered vendor.
Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 5:19 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
KGNS broke the news of a cyber scam that cost Laredo one-million in taxpayer dollars.
Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 10:04 PM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
An investigation by the ‘KGNS On Your Side’ team reveals that the City of Laredo was the victim of a phishing scam that resulted in the loss of over $1 million in taxpayer dollars.
Updated: Aug. 9, 2022 at 8:54 AM CDT
|By Brenda Camacho
After a long summer, students at Mary Help of Christians were glad to be reunited with their friends.
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