Mindy Casso
Anchor
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With her high school diploma under her belt and suitcase in hand, in 1987, Mindy Casso enrolled at Texas State University (then Southwest Texas), on a quest to earn her bachelor’s degree in Communications/Public Relations.
In 2004, Mindy Casso would receive a phone call from KGNS-TV asking if she would consider the on-air position of news anchor. After much reflection on how this would change the dynamics of her communications style, Mindy realized the opportunity to report, write and share relevant stories was the path that had been carved out for her during those early years in high school. Since then, Mindy has become a well-respected broadcast journalist, as both a reporter and news anchor.
Mindy began with the station in 2004, where she has served as the main news anchor in any given year, easily transitioning from one newscast to another. Under her belt are the one-hour morning newscast, KGNS News Today, KGNS News at Noon, the 5pm Early Edition, the 6pm Evening Edition, KGNS News at 10pm and the Sunday Weekend Edition at 5pm and 10pm. Never giving up her desire to tell relevant stories that matter however, even while serving as news anchor, Mindy has continued reporting under her mantra, “News You Can Use.”
Today, Mindy celebrates 32 years since returning to Laredo with her communications degree, and that’s how long the community has felt the impact of her passion for the truth. She continues anchoring the news, recently returning to the morning newscast for a third stint waking up the community with her signature smile and cheerful ‘Good Morning’—while always signing off with a simple, ‘Be Safe’.
When asked about the secret to a successful 32-year career in communications, Mindy says it’s simple: “Be kind, be humble, be grateful; but when it comes to reporting the news, always listen, question, and dig a little deeper because while there are two sides to every story, somewhere in between lies the truth and that’s the story that needs to be told.”
Mindy and her husband Peter have been married 27 years and have proudly raised two boys together.
Education
Awards
Updated: May. 26, 2023 at 11:15 AM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
In today’s KGNS Do It Yourself segment, kinesiology experts at Laredo College show us that you don’t need an expensive gym membership to get in shape.
Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 7:01 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
The last days of school proved to be a little extra special for a teacher at Alexander High School’s 9th-Grade campus.
Updated: May. 23, 2023 at 5:31 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
As the school year comes to an end, KGNS continues to find teachers making great strides in the classroom, including the Teacher of the Month for May.
Updated: May. 19, 2023 at 11:47 AM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
Back in April, a group of residents living in Antler’s Crossing went before the Laredo City Council asking for several safety measures to be put in place to ensure public safety.
Updated: May. 15, 2023 at 10:38 AM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
It’s something that every vehicle owner should do every week, especially before a road trip, checking your tire pressure.
Updated: May. 5, 2023 at 12:06 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
Some Laredo residents living in an older part of town are fighting to keep commercial development out of Del Mar Blvd., between Fenwick Dr. and Candlewood Dr.
Updated: May. 1, 2023 at 5:24 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
Ms. Emely Rizzi has only been teaching for two years and she has already earned the respect of her students and colleagues.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2023 at 4:35 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
Back in March, pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly announced it is making it easier for diabetic patients to access insulin. A change that many living with diabetes say is life changing.
Updated: Apr. 14, 2023 at 3:00 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
We all use social media to connect with friends, family and post pictures and videos online, but your information can be exposed to the wrong people.
Updated: Apr. 6, 2023 at 10:22 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
The City of Laredo recently provided a status report on phase three of the Springfield Extension Project; however, residents who live in the San Isidro Parkway area, are saying it could lead to a dangerous situation.
Updated: Mar. 31, 2023 at 3:30 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
While doing your taxes online can be quick and easy, some experts say your personal information can be exposed to hackers.
Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 12:05 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
Buyer’s remorse is the best way to describe how Dr. King feels about the job done by Health Management Associates (HMA)
Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 11:50 AM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Laredo College shows us how to make a Healthy Spring Salad with mix-berry dressing.
Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 5:33 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Laredo Little Theater is calling out all thespians for an audition.
Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 5:11 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
A first-year teacher at Harmony just set the bar really high.
Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 12:13 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
The final day in Washington D.C. was celebrated Laredo-style with a jalapeno eating contest.
Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 10:28 AM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Celebrating your 100 birthday is a milestone not reached by many, but that day came for Laredo veteran Salomon Abrego Jr.
Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 6:06 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
In observance of Heart Month Many Lareodans took time to make sure their heart is healthy.
Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 4:45 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Ms. Iris Ledesma was described as a teacher who is able to engage her first graders in their lessons, and encourages them to attend school every day.
Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 2:23 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Council members are able to use these funds for upgrades, enhancements, memorials, sidewalks, even speed humps in their respective district; however, the funding mechanism has come under question.
Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 1:44 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
From cooking in the kitchen to fixing your engine in the garage, KGNS News Today is launching a new segment called “Do It Yourself with KGNS News Today”.
Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 2:08 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
The WBCA Bridge Ceremony has evolved into a symbolic ritual that reminds both countries of the history of lasting friendships and business relationships.
Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 3:34 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Effie Maldonado, a computer, and technology educator at Garcia Early College High School was treated to a different kind of surprise this Valentine's Day.
Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 12:15 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Webb and Zapata County District Attorney Isidro Alaniz held a press conference on Tuesday to discuss possible penalties for those accused of voter fraud.
Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 11:05 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
The FDA, warned consumers to stop using Ezricare artificial tears due to potential bacterial contamination, a local ophthalmologist explains the dangers of using the product.
Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 5:32 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
In the document to the Fourth Court of Appeals, Judge Reed names each one of those 15 voters and the circumstance surrounding how they came to vote in District Two.
Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 10:13 AM CST
|By Mindy Casso
A judge names Ricardo ‘Richie' Rangel the winner of the District Two City Council race.
Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 7:04 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Visiting Judge Susan Reed has made a decision in the trial for the city council District 2 race. Judge Reed has determined that voting results will go down in the book as official, stating that the results on Election night will stand.
Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 3:50 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Campos-Rodriguez told the court she was deputized to help people with voter registration and that this is a service she offers to residents living in her district.
Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 5:46 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Roughly 30 witnesses were called in, some who had previously gotten in trouble with Judge Reed for failing to show up at hearings they were subpoenaed for.
Updated: Jan. 25, 2023 at 10:19 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Threats of a hefty fine or even jail time seemed to have done the trick for at least five of the six witnesses in the lawsuit between Ricardo Rangel and Daisy Campos Rodriguez.
Updated: Jan. 18, 2023 at 12:17 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Evidence presented shows four witnesses, two who work for the city's community development office and two who work for Judge Bobby Quintana showed up for work the very day they were supposed to appear for their court date.
Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 5:38 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
The lawsuit claims 51 people should not have voted in the race for city council district two because they registered to vote with an address, they did not live in.
Updated: Dec. 30, 2022 at 3:29 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
A public servant passes away after serving a local school district for 26 years.
Updated: Dec. 26, 2022 at 11:52 AM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Scammers are now posing as streaming giants as an attempt to steal some of your hard-earned money.
Updated: Dec. 13, 2022 at 4:51 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
An unsuspecting local teacher got a huge surprise today.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 6:06 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
The attorney representing a newly sworn-in city councilmember in a lawsuit has spoken out, responding to the 16-page lawsuit filed by Ricardo “Richie” Rangel.
Updated: Nov. 30, 2022 at 5:27 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Attorneys representing Ricardo “Richie” Rangel who ran for the seat against Daisy Campos Rodriguez, claim 51 people should not have voted in District Two.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 4:26 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
Numbers are now coming in on the generosity and support shown by the Laredo community for this year's Walk to End Alzheimer's.
Updated: Nov. 15, 2022 at 4:39 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
An unsuspecting Laredo ISD teacher got a huge surprise when she was selected as the KGNS Teacher of the Month for October.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 11:11 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
The race for Laredo’s District 6 council seat is headed to run-off between Vish Viswanath and Dr. Tyler King.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 5:41 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
With five very different candidates running to represent District 6, there are some similarities in several of them, at least in their strategy for working the vote on Election Day.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 12:59 PM CST
|By Mindy Casso
In Webb County, some voters here at home are already reporting some issues.
Updated: Oct. 28, 2022 at 11:50 AM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
KGNS breaks down the list of contributions made in 2022 mayoral race
Updated: Oct. 4, 2022 at 9:27 AM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
Ms. Castillo says her genuine love for each of her students is the inspiration behind her teaching.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2022 at 4:35 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
As the date nears for this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s, the local planning committee says sponsorship opportunities are still available.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2022 at 12:21 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
It’s a third win in court for the city employee blamed and subsequently fired for allegedly causing the July 2021 city-wide boil water notice.
Updated: Sep. 16, 2022 at 11:48 AM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
A new procedure claims it can fix Carpal Tunnel in just ten minutes.
Updated: Sep. 15, 2022 at 4:54 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
United High School is hosting a city-wide chess tournament.
Updated: Sep. 14, 2022 at 2:54 PM CDT
|By Mindy Casso
Alzheimer’s disease is one that still remains incurable, but through ongoing studies and research, progress is being made with treatments that can slow down its progression.
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