Christian Del Rio
Reporter
KGNS
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Born in Houston, Texas and raised in our sister city of Nuevo Laredo, Christian Del Rio is a bilingual reporter who constantly learns something new from his community every day. He strives to provide the facts to his community with information they need to know.
He tends to protect those who are closer to him and enjoys having long conversations with his family and friends.
If you have a story you'd like to share with Christian, send him an e-mail.
Education
Updated: 21 hours ago
|By Christian Del Rio
School’s out for summer, and with students taking a break, health officials say it’s important to stay active.
Updated: 21 hours ago
|By Christian Del Rio
State Representative Richard Pena-Raymond said that permanently removing Paxton from office and barring him from holding future elected office in Texas would require the support of two-thirds of senators.
Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 5:25 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The state health agency is currently investigating cases that are linked to surgeries involving epidural anesthesia done in Matamoros.
Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 5:12 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The bonds will help Webb CISD, so they can build a new elementary school, build an athletic facility and provide low-cost housing for teachers.
Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 5:48 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
For those dealing with emotional distress or suicidal thoughts, 988, the suicide and crisis lifeline provides 24-hour assistance to those with mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 5:12 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
As students and teachers close the chapter on the 2022-2023 school year, many students in the Webb and Zapata County area are speaking out about the impact the Uvalde tragedy still has on them to this day.
Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 6:34 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The Summers-Sames family provided a grant to help 100 UISD students with free swimming lessons at this year’s UISD Summer Swimming program.
Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 5:16 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
As schools prepare for the final weeks of schools, both superintendents and two administrators in charge of security say they have implemented additional security.
Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 11:48 AM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
A tire clean-up campaign is currently underway.
Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 4:11 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The performance of four Webb County Directors was in the spotlight during a heated commissioners court meeting.
Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 6:12 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
As we continue observing mental health awareness month, the City of Laredo is drawing attention to the services available for those with BPD.
Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 5:12 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
An organization that represents the LGBTQ community spoke to KGNS about the senate bill that is causing several concerns among a group in the Gateway City.
Updated: May. 17, 2023 at 11:09 AM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
A recent accident has city officials looking for ways to prevent more vehicle fatalities from happening on Loop 20 and Havana Drive.
Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 5:40 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Webb County, one of the largest counties in the state of Texas, is celebrating the men and women who risk their lives every day.
Updated: May. 16, 2023 at 11:46 AM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Laredo City Councilmembers discussed efforts to stop e-cigarettes from getting into the hands of our youth.
Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 5:19 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
With lawmakers working on immigration reform, the federal government is turning to the City of Laredo for a project they say will help agents patrol the river.
Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 5:30 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
UISD is working to educate students about the dangers of vaping by creating a task force.
Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 4:24 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Webb County Sheriff Martin Cuellar said his office is working to make sure that a tragedy like the one in Brownsville does not happen in our area.
Updated: May. 8, 2023 at 7:08 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The City of Laredo is kicking off National Travel and Tourism Week, a week meant to promote the unique activities in Laredo.
Updated: May. 8, 2023 at 5:44 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
While the end of the school year is just a few weeks away, a group of students had the opportunity to witness a government entity at work.
Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 6:22 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
In observance of National Hospital Week, the Laredo Medical Center is celebrating its staff.
Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 9:35 AM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio and Alex Cano
Three statements released from Webb County Sheriff’s Office, United ISD and attorney Philip Del Rio who is representing Rodriguez on alleged incident.
Updated: May. 2, 2023 at 5:38 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
UISD is ready to welcome new and returning students for their 2023-2024 school year.
Updated: May. 2, 2023 at 3:59 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
NGO’s in other border cities are seeing an influx of migrants even days before the end of Title 42.
Updated: May. 1, 2023 at 4:26 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
In the event that non-governmental organizations run out of space to house migrants, the mayor said the city can use some available resources including some city owned spaces and shelters.
Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 5:41 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
There’s no pre-registration needed, but it will be on a first come, first serve basis.
Updated: Apr. 28, 2023 at 5:28 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
In an effort to expand the knowledge in the Gateway City, the Area Health Education Center held its resource fair for parents in Laredo.
Updated: Apr. 25, 2023 at 4:22 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Video that was sent by a KGNS viewer shows the moments a person is seen stealing her pick-up truck from her home.
Updated: Apr. 25, 2023 at 3:56 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Laredo officials are asking the community to report if they suspect anyone committing animal abuse.
Updated: Apr. 25, 2023 at 10:58 AM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The Laredo Health Department received over two million dollars that help kids in the autism community.
Updated: Apr. 24, 2023 at 5:31 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The City of Laredo Parks Department is working overtime to clean the mess left by Sunday’s heavy rain.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 6:27 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
A dangerous TikTok challenge is circulating online and Laredo officials are asking parents to keep an eye on their children.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 6:06 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The affidavit states that Alvin Alvarez, 49, allegedly held a student against a wall, before pinning him against a table, as well as other unsolicited activities.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 5:48 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
the Mexican Consulate of Laredo has a slew of events scheduled to celebrate the upcoming holidays.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2023 at 4:33 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
If you or your significant other have yet to file your taxes, there are a few tips that you need to heed.
Updated: Apr. 17, 2023 at 5:22 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Thousands of LISD students gathered at Shirley Field to celebrate the day by playing games, eating a nutritious meal and overall having fun.
Updated: Apr. 17, 2023 at 4:06 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
While the effect may have an impact on people’s wallets, the City of Laredo Health Department said they will continue to provide assistance where it is needed.
Updated: Apr. 14, 2023 at 6:02 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Residents of District Three are invited to take part in an upcoming town hall meeting to discuss any issues they would like to address.
Updated: Apr. 14, 2023 at 5:53 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
With Earth Day nearly one week away, TAMIU is inviting the community to come out and celebrate with an out of this world presentation.
Updated: Apr. 14, 2023 at 4:19 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
With prom season right around the corner, the organization Laredoans Against Drunk Driving spoke to the kids about the consequences of drinking and driving.
Updated: Apr. 12, 2023 at 11:30 AM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Environmental advocates and elected officials are speaking out about the proposal and how this could affect the Laredo community moving forward.
Updated: Apr. 11, 2023 at 4:17 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Webb County named an interim medical examiner while the current medical examiner takes a personal leave.
Updated: Apr. 10, 2023 at 3:35 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Now that the Easter holiday has come and gone, park officials and some volunteers helped clean up the trash and debris that was left behind.
Updated: Apr. 7, 2023 at 5:24 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
While it is the Easter weekend, some businesses are seeing less foot-traffic when compared to previous years.
Updated: Apr. 7, 2023 at 4:58 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Students at Alma Pierce Elementary are eager to take part in a holiday full of festivities.
Updated: Apr. 7, 2023 at 3:44 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
In an effort to prevent accidents on the roads, TxDot is urging motorists to take extra precautions this weekend.
Updated: Apr. 4, 2023 at 6:40 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
For the next five years, 15 selected students will have their books, tuition courses, and even international abroad studies paid for fully thanks to a million-dollar grant given to TAMIU by the Hector and Gloria Lopez Foundation.
Updated: Apr. 4, 2023 at 4:17 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
With Trump’s eye on the 2024 race, both party chairs agree that this indictment will affect the way people vote in Webb County during the next election cycle.
Updated: Apr. 3, 2023 at 7:14 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Some residents state their rent has increased three times the amount.
Updated: Mar. 31, 2023 at 6:06 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
While Pellot is expected to spend the rest of his life behind bars, the Munoz Family is speaking out regarding the outcome of this long-awaited trial.
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