Yocelin Gallardo
Anchor / Executive Producer
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Yocelin Gallardo is the evening anchor and executive producer at KGNS in Laredo, Texas.
In 2014, she graduated from Fresno State with a B.A. in Mass Communication and Journalism. Fresno is also where she started her career and the place she’s proud to call her hometown. After graduating, Yocelin began her career as a production assistant at KSEE24 and CBS47.
In 2015, Yocelin accepted her first on-air job as a multimedia journalist at KGNS in Laredo, Texas. She covered South Texas news for a little over two years and then accepted a position at KLTV in Tyler, Texas. During her time in East Texas, Yocelin was an MMJ, weekend morning anchor, and producer.
In December of 2019, Yocelin returned to KGNS as the noon anchor and reporter. She was later promoted as the KGNS’ Early Edition anchor. By 2021, she was named executive producer and evening anchor.
With more than 8 years of experience, Yocelin has covered countless community stories, issues surrounding the U.S./Mexico border, and major weather damage.
On her days off, Yocelin enjoys catching up on her favorite TV shows, going to the movie theater, watching YouTube make-up tutorials, listening to Taylor Swift, and traveling.
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A Laredo city project that has been in the works for close to 16 years is near completion.
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On Friday, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) announced he will be requesting $2 million in federal funding through the FY 2023 appropriations process.
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The Rio Grande Detention Center located on Highway 83 south of Laredo is already preparing to see a possible influx of migrants after the end of Title 42.
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Several ladies were rehearsing for a craft exhibit and fashion show at the Senior Fasken Recreation Center on Thursday night.
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The Biden administration is extending expiring or soon-to-expire work permits for tens of thousands of immigrants.
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Two adults and 3 students are arrested late Wednesday evening after a fight breaks out during the Alexander High School Spring Scrimmage Football Game.
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Cuellar is asking for 28 million dollars for the domestic violence hotline and six million dollars for the child abuse hotline.
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Laredo Mayor Pete Saenz and other city officials will be in D.C. to promote two big projects for Laredo.
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with the help of Laredo Crime Stoppers, students at United High School were given tips on how to stay safe on prom night.
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LC Board of Trustees named Dr. Maria Minerva Ramirez as the sole finalist for the position of President of Laredo College.
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A major project that is expected to enhance the flow of commerce is gaining some traction in the Gateway City.
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Viva Aerobus’ planes are now taking off from the Nuevo Laredo International Airport.
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Webb County Commissioners Court proclaimed April 27th as “Denim Day.”
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Dr. Victor Trevino announces he will not renew contract as Laredo's Health Authority.
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Laredo non-profits are bracing for a surge of asylum-seeking migrants.
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Stephanie Land was the keynote speaker for Casa de Misericordia’s 2022 Annual Event & Fundraiser on Wednesday night.
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Residents at a north Laredo apartment were startled after smoke brought several Laredo Fire units to the area.
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Clean-up efforts continue Tuesday at Lake Casa Blanca International State Park. Student volunteers with the Rio Grande International Study Center are expected to show up Tuesday at 9 am.
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Our very own KGNS News Mindy Casso was honored as one of the recipients of Orgullo Latino Legacy Award during last night's event.
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Long lines of tourists coming to the United States for Holy Week.
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A north Laredo park gets a much-needed upgrade. City officials commemorated the new amenities at Divine Mercy Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday.
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Those looking to join the United Independent School District team as a substitute teacher, the chance is quickly approaching.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection expects an influx of migrants along the southern border after the public health order Title 42 ends on May 23, 2022.
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A man is dead after a motorcycle accident is reported in North Laredo on Friday night.
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Ultimately, the board made the call due to a lack of money.
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Harmony School of Innovations created an all-girl robotics team known as “Girls in Gear”.
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A Laredo chef who was featured in a Food Network show is reflecting on her success from a small town to the culinary world.
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Drivers can expect delays after an exit closure on northbound I35 is reported Wednesday night.
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A mandatory evacuation is issued for residents of Fowlerton as a large brush fire burns near Highway 97, just passed FM 469.
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A local comic is sharing her success story of how she went from Laredo to the center stage.
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In honor of Women’s History Month we take a look at one Laredo woman who has had several firsts under her belt including being the first female mayor in a major city.
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After a 5-year long lawsuit battle., jury rules in favor of the residents of La Bota Ranch against home owner association and property owners.
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The Mexican government arrested Jose David Moreno in Monterrey on Thursday and was deported and turned over to the U.S. Marshals.
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The Encinal Police Department released a video of a recent chase that ended in a human smuggling bust.
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Laredo Fire units are responding to a massive grass fire near Laredo College.
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City Council now moving forward with an investigation into what happened during Laredo's 13-day-long water crisis.
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Laredo Fire Department battled a brush fire near the Casa Verde Apartments.
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A Laredo organization is collecting denim jeans to be used for a project spotlighting sexual assault prevention.
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Water service to be interrupted in the Green Ranch Subdivision and Millennium Industrial Park area
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A man is in serious condition after an auto- cyclist accident is reported on Highway 83 Friday evening.
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The Webb County Republican and Democratic party chairs share their thoughts on the Russian oil import ban.
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A Laredo woman is celebrating a milestone as she turned the big 100.
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If you are planning to cast your ballot during the runoff election, there's a few things to keep in mind before you head to the polls in May.
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The congressman stated that there were many key factors that played into this year's primary elections.
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After 13 days, the boil water notice has been lifted in the affected areas in Laredo.
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Laredo mayor signs a declaration of local disaster for the city of Laredo and urges people to conserve water.
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The City of Laredo gave an update on its plans for the current water situation.