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: 15 hours ago
|By Christian Del Rio
Municipal Judge Rosie Cuellar from Rio Bravo, Texas will host mass weddings for free.
Updated: 15 hours ago
|By Christian Del Rio
A Juarez Lincoln Elementary School Teacher is being hailed a hero for saving a student from choking.
Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 4:54 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Saturday marks 175 years since Webb County was founded.
Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 5:48 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Students that have been yearning to get their drivers license will now be one step closer to turning the key on the ignition.
Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 4:26 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
UISD is making sure that special education students feel love at their respective campuses.
Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 4:14 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Krystal Limon left behind three daughters, six-year-old Kayleen, three-year-old Kiana along with her six-month-old baby.
Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 6:15 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Support is coming to Laredo via federal funding to be used at LISD to bring awareness to mental health.
Updated: Jan. 19, 2023 at 10:59 AM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
According to Eduardo Reyes from Pillar, over 100 patients have received the medication which reduces the risk of getting HIV.
Updated: Jan. 18, 2023 at 4:55 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
This past Sunday, an accident happened right in front of the Pla-Mor business where a motorcyclist crashed into a ditch.
Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 4:53 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
If you want to know how and when to buy a new house, a local organization is willing to help you out.
Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 4:00 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Due to the paints and chemicals, it took a while for rescue crews to put out the flames.
Updated: Jan. 16, 2023 at 11:39 AM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
While no cases of the subvariant have been reported in Laredo, health officials are urging residents to take precautions.
Updated: Jan. 13, 2023 at 4:54 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
The program will start providing food bags only for 60 families; however, the organization tends to increase that number in the future.
Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 4:10 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
As the city continues the process of hiring the next city manager, many Laredoans are voicing their opinions on what characteristics they would like to see in the new city manager.
Updated: Jan. 10, 2023 at 4:36 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Both UISD and LISD want parents to know that they have several practices in place in the event that a medical crisis comes into play.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 5:57 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
A county judge renewed his oath to protect and serve the people of Webb County.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 5:29 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
The mayor, city attorney and council members will review the eight candidates who applied for the position next week and then a group will choose the top three applicants for the position.
Updated: Jan. 6, 2023 at 11:30 AM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
During Thursday's meeting, it was decided for council to have a city manager workshop behind closed doors.
Updated: Jan. 5, 2023 at 3:42 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino and a council made up of three new members will meet for a special meeting to discuss the hiring of a new city manager.
Updated: Jan. 4, 2023 at 5:57 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
The Laredo Health Department will start offering nutrition classes next week.
Updated: Jan. 4, 2023 at 4:42 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Both cities plan to fix the streets, control the number of stray dogs in the area and add more security during the new year.
Updated: Jan. 3, 2023 at 5:40 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
When asked about other airlines coming to Laredo, Sanchez said they are in talks of possibly bringing in some other options.
Updated: Jan. 3, 2023 at 4:36 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Dr. Tyler King was sworn in as the new council member for District 6 after being elected at the runoffs.
Updated: Dec. 30, 2022 at 4:36 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
With the new year comes a clean slate, and some people in Laredo have already got their mind set on what they want to change next year.
Updated: Dec. 30, 2022 at 2:57 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
In an effort to get more women in STEM related fields, Laredo has initiated a program for middle school girls.
Updated: Dec. 30, 2022 at 11:40 AM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Gilbert Gonzalez has been sworn in at City Hall as councilmember for District 1.
Updated: Dec. 29, 2022 at 11:34 AM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Tax season is just around the corner and it’s never too early to start preparing.
Updated: Dec. 28, 2022 at 6:14 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
UISD’s Pregnancy Education and Parenting Program or (PEP) helps current students get their high school diploma.
Updated: Dec. 27, 2022 at 6:18 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
A Marine Veteran who dedicated his life to serving his country is sharing his journey as a way to inspire others who are looking to enlist.
Updated: Dec. 23, 2022 at 4:43 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
A Laredo family struggling to rebuild their damaged home is now experiencing criminals taking advantage of their situation.
Updated: Dec. 22, 2022 at 4:42 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
The shelter will remain open from Thursday all the way until Saturday at noon; however, the shelter will be limited.
Updated: Dec. 21, 2022 at 6:20 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
The man convicted of killing four women in 2018 is now being held inside a custody state prison.
Updated: Dec. 21, 2022 at 5:24 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
The Border Patrol Zapata Sector shows off their tools and technology to protect the southern border.
Updated: Dec. 20, 2022 at 5:28 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
High school students from ninth grade to twelfth grade will be able to learn about leadership and teamwork while also gaining community service hours.
Updated: Dec. 20, 2022 at 4:17 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Arturo Diaz from Pillar believes this medication will help those who are in need.
Updated: Dec. 16, 2022 at 4:01 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
It may be the end of the week but thousands of voters are expected to rush to the polls on Saturday to vote for Laredo's mayor along with a couple of other races.
Updated: Dec. 15, 2022 at 5:24 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Thanks to a significant donation, the Webb County Sheriff’s Office will be able to update one of its most vital equipment.
Updated: Dec. 15, 2022 at 4:10 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
In light of a recent threat that was made online, both Laredo school districts are speaking out about what measures they take to ensure the safety of its students.
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 6:24 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
An up-close look at some of the technology state troopers use to keep our community safe.
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 11:40 AM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Around 600 students from UISD elementary to high school went to Sames Auto Arena to help pick out food items for the next year’s school menu.
Updated: Dec. 9, 2022 at 5:24 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
While monitoring and securing the border are part of the responsibilities of an agent, so is providing first aid to anyone who needs it.
Updated: Dec. 9, 2022 at 4:47 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
The concert will take place on Saturday at 8 p.m. at the Guadalupe and Lilia Martinez Arts Center at Laredo College’s Fort McIntosh Campus.
Updated: Dec. 9, 2022 at 10:38 AM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
With the increase of illegal border crossings taking place during the evening hours, Agent Gutierrez said smugglers use extreme methods to get across.
Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 5:07 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
As another Christmas season is upon us, Laredo College is preparing for its annual holiday ‘posada.’
Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 3:44 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Veterans from Laredo honored those who died during the Pearl Harbor attack.
Updated: Dec. 7, 2022 at 6:20 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
The winter storm of 2021 took everything from the Almazan Family but thanks to the efforts of one nonprofit organization, the family will have a new place to call home.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 5:13 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
A Laredo non-profit organization, PILLAR, hosted a seminar to discuss several mental health topics.
Updated: Nov. 30, 2022 at 11:35 AM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Four women are now representing the city of Laredo.
Updated: Nov. 29, 2022 at 5:17 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
A baseball stadium that has seen its fair share of teams and changes is expected to receive millions of dollars worth of upgrades.
Updated: Nov. 25, 2022 at 8:14 PM CST
|By Christian Del Rio
Local Laredoan Wins Triathlon Competition
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