Ruben Villarreal
Anchor / Executive Producer / Digital News Desk
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After a 25 year career in radio, Ruben Villarreal made his way to KGNS when they launched the KGNS Digital News Desk on Election Night, March 1, 2020.
Soon after its launch, the KGNS Digital News Desk would be a crucial component in delivering important information on the coronavirus pandemic through KGNS’ digital platforms including social media.
Aside from the KGNS Digital News Desk, Ruben now anchors KGNS News Today and KGNS News at Noon.
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Over 1,000 students will walk the plank to receive their associate degrees and or certifications.
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Medical leaders met with consultants on how to attract, integrate, and retain medical personnel and professionals in Laredo.
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Commission Shift sayS Texas Railroad Commission needs to be regulated by commissioners, especially when it comes to accepting campaign contributions from big oil companies.
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This Saturday is Free Comic Book Day and a local business wants to help you celebrate with an out of this world experience.
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The City of Laredo Parks and Recreation Department is inviting families to roll on over to Slaughter Park for a special event!
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Academy Sports + Outdoors is celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week and Mother’s Day by surprising two United High School teachers and moms with a shopping spree.
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The South Texas Food Bank is hosting a Cinco de Mayo Health Fiesta Under the Stars on Thursday.
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The “Finding Family Around the World" genealogy program features exhibits of members’ research, family histories, and other interesting displays.
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Musical talents will be on full display at Laredo College as students and distinguished guests perform a free concert.
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The TRLA is hosting a free virtual expunction and juvenile record-sealing clinic for youth and adults with criminal and juvenile records.
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Seventy million dollars will soon be going towards funding for grants to support colonias and other communities covered under the Rural Water and Waste Disposal Program.
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UISD will be offering all phases of the COVID-19 vaccine at two of their campuses today.
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The volunteer services council for the Border Region Behavioral Health Center presents “A Day at the Derby.”
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The awards shine a spotlight on inspiring stories and offers statewide recognition to the diverse ways Texans are giving back with their time and talents.
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City Councilmember Vanessa Perez will also discuss the possibility of reopening city recreation centers with limited occupancy.