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: Sep. 29, 2022 at 6:08 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
While the school is currently under construction, some Laredoans are concerned about the future of their children’s health.
Updated: Sep. 27, 2022 at 5:55 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
It has been almost a week since contractors cut down trees and grass along the riverbank. A local environmental group says contractors swept away vegetation they were not supposed to.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2022 at 3:59 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
What used to be a space filled with trees and vegetation right next to the riverbank below the railroad is now gone; now a local environmental group is voicing their concerns.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2022 at 4:49 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Balli says they have requested an extension after new evidence was discovered during the case.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2022 at 6:27 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
During a recent press announcement, Nuevo Laredo Mayor’s Carmen Lilia Cantu Rosas says Haitian asylum seekers would no longer be processed through our port of entry.
Updated: Sep. 16, 2022 at 5:41 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
A law enforcement family continues to grow as the Laredo Police Department adds over a dozen police cadets to the force.
Updated: Sep. 16, 2022 at 2:47 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
While today is the 16 of September the festivities for Mexico's independence kicked off Thursday night!
Updated: Sep. 15, 2022 at 4:38 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
After two years, a celebration is back. “El Grito” celebrates Mexican independence and also Hispanic heritage in downtown Laredo.
Updated: Sep. 14, 2022 at 6:44 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
As teen pregnancy numbers soar across the state, local school districts are making sure their students are well-informed and provide services for teen parents.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2022 at 5:19 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
A new program, the first of its kind not only in Webb County but the state, could make a difference in school security.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2022 at 5:34 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
A program has stepped in to help rebuild homes to certain families in Pueblo Nuevo.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2022 at 2:51 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
If you are interested in learning about computer science, Laredo College is giving you the opportunity to do so.
Updated: Sep. 7, 2022 at 4:59 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The Webb County Elections Office has been hard at work preparing for the upcoming election season.
Updated: Sep. 6, 2022 at 10:45 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Laredo Fire Chief Guillermo Heard recommended that the city remain in stage two of the city’s water conservation plan.
Updated: Sep. 6, 2022 at 4:36 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
City Council will meet to discuss several agenda items including the possibility of raising the garbage collection fees, and the EPA's upcoming visit to Laredo.
Updated: Sep. 5, 2022 at 1:53 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Commissioner Jesse Gonzalez says he’s satisfied with the judge’s ruling to have the city hold an election this year.
Updated: Sep. 2, 2022 at 5:33 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
TAMIU is shaping its nursing students to save lives in the hospital and in court rooms.
Updated: Sep. 1, 2022 at 4:00 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The Laredo Police Department is seeing a surge in scam calls targeting those with student loans.
Updated: Aug. 31, 2022 at 5:38 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The City of Laredo held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new sports complex that is expected to be a game changer for our community.
Updated: Aug. 30, 2022 at 5:24 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
With more rainy days expected in our forecast, one Laredo resident is asking the city to help fix an ongoing flood problem on her property.
Updated: Aug. 25, 2022 at 5:15 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
If anyone loses their COVID vaccination card, they can get a copy from the Laredo Health Department for free.
Updated: Aug. 24, 2022 at 11:00 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Construction projects in the Mines Road area is causing headaches for residents who live near the area.
Updated: Aug. 23, 2022 at 4:29 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
TAMIU and Laredo College welcomed back students on Monday, but they continue to accept new students this week.
Updated: Aug. 19, 2022 at 3:20 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
City Secretary Jose Valdez says the deadline to submit an application is on Aug. 22.
Updated: Aug. 18, 2022 at 4:04 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The Novavax vaccine for COVID protection has finally landed in Laredo.
Updated: Aug. 17, 2022 at 4:03 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
If the same student is caught with their phone more than once, the student could face disciplinary action.
Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 4:38 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
It wasn’t only the city of Laredo hit hard by the rainfall, the rain hit hard for people living in Rio Bravo and El Cenizo as well.
Updated: Aug. 14, 2022 at 1:06 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
A teen who has traveled the world and the seven seas is on track to breaking a world record.
Updated: Aug. 11, 2022 at 11:25 AM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
A viral social media post relating to school closures is debunked by a school district.
Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 6:22 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
After the tragedy in Uvalde, thousands of parents are questioning how both school districts will keep their kids safe during the school year.
Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 11:07 AM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
For some students, the first day of school can bring a mixed bag of emotions such as happiness, nervousness, or sadness.
Updated: Aug. 5, 2022 at 6:01 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
As the new school year approaches, UISD and LISD say newcomers need to be vaccinated before they can step into their classrooms.
Updated: Aug. 4, 2022 at 7:16 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
After-school activities will have hundreds of parents, students, and athletes visiting campuses and the fields; however, officials are reminding spectators about some of the items that are not allowed inside the facilities.
Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 5:03 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Despite the many challenges, UISD believes they are confident they will fill any vacant positions before the start of the new school year.
Updated: Aug. 3, 2022 at 10:12 AM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Zapata resident Oscar Zamora is one of many who is concerned about the future of the community’s lake.
Updated: Jul. 29, 2022 at 3:47 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Between June and July, the Laredo Fire Department has responded to roughly 30 heat-related calls.
Updated: Jul. 29, 2022 at 2:22 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Witnesses claim the accident was caused by a driver who failed to stop at a stop sign.
Updated: Jul. 27, 2022 at 5:23 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Congressman Henry Cuellar says he is working with other federal and state officials on how to relocate funds that were assigned to the wall.
Updated: Jul. 27, 2022 at 12:05 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The Rio Grande International Study Center says people should act before the change catches us off guard.
Updated: Jul. 25, 2022 at 9:58 AM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Jose Antonio Mansur, the owner of the Tecolotes de los dos Laredos was honored for 50 years of contributions to the sport.
Updated: Jul. 22, 2022 at 6:33 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
As more people prepare to take off from the Laredo International Airport, they’ll expect to see some big changes in the near future.
Updated: Jul. 21, 2022 at 6:38 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The dog days of summer are in full effect and the heat is not stopping students from UISD and LISD from practicing sports or band.
Updated: Jul. 20, 2022 at 5:28 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Christina Beltran landed a brand-new job opportunity with Fuel America and is eager to embark on her future job.
Updated: Jul. 19, 2022 at 4:58 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
While there is no mask mandate for Texas or the City of Laredo, some Laredoans are continuing to keep themselves safe.
Updated: Jul. 18, 2022 at 11:18 AM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
A unique kind of fitness expert is recognized in Webb County.
Updated: Jul. 15, 2022 at 9:07 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Bethany House Receives Donation from Company
Updated: Jul. 14, 2022 at 5:53 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The process of transporting the remains of those who perished during a deadly human smuggling attempt in San Antonio has been a challenge which is why one Laredo funeral home has decided to help out.
Updated: Jul. 13, 2022 at 5:44 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
The Texas Health and Human Services has been experiencing staffing issues making it difficult for some who depend on their services to put food on the table.
Updated: Jul. 8, 2022 at 10:21 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
Locals React To Gov Greg Abbott Recent Executive Order
Updated: Jul. 7, 2022 at 5:33 PM CDT
|By Christian Del Rio
For the last few days, it’s been a delightful surprise for those who hit the road in Laredo as gas prices are at a record-time low compared to what we’ve recently seen.
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