Justin Reyes

Texas

Web Producer and Reporter at KGNS-TV (Laredo, TX)

Articles

City of Laredo LEIP initiative aims to reduce spending

3 days ago | kgns.tv | Justin Reyes

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - After nearly 13,000 people voted against the city’s proposed bonds, officials are looking for ways to reduce spending while keeping essential programs afloat. With the $417 million bond no longer a possibility, the city has established Laredo’s Efficiency and Innovation Plan (LEIP). This initiative will review all city departments and identify strategies to ensure that essential projects remain funded.
Webb County Sheriff speaks on final repairs to new building

4 days ago | kgns.tv | Justin Reyes

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A multi-million-dollar project in Webb County, which began in 2021, is still not operational; however, there may be hope on the horizon. According to Webb County Sheriff Martin Cuellar, “It’s very important for us to get in there and get situated, but at this time, we are still pending the second and third roof of the building to be done.
Laredo Police speak on recent 8-liner business raid

1 week ago | kgns.tv | Justin Reyes

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Authorities commented on a recent raid of a business in South Laredo that resulted in the arrest of two people on Thursday night, May 29. On Friday, May 30, police confirmed that their presence during the raid was part of an investigation into an eight-liner business, also known as maquinitas.
UISD student wins new car for never missing school

1 week ago | kgns.tv | Justin Reyes

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A student from United High School just won a new car for going to school every day. Gabriel Eduardo Oliveros got a 2024 Kia Sportage after being picked in a drawing for students with perfect attendance. He and 15 other students from United ISD high schools were in the running after not missing a single day all school year. The drawing was held at the Sames Auto Arena right before the United South High School graduation.
LISD hosts first day of summer classes

1 week ago | kgns.tv | Justin Reyes

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - While school is out for the summer, Laredo ISD students are continuing their learning even after the final bell of the school year. The inside of a classroom may not seem like the ideal summer getaway; however, students at Alma Pierce Elementary are participating in various educational activities during their summer classes. According to one student, Victoria Vasquez, “We’re learning about inventors and what they invented.
Laredo Chief of Police addresses manhole human smuggling attempt

1 week ago | kgns.tv | Justin Reyes

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo Police and a local business owner are addressing three individuals who allegedly attempted to smuggle undocumented immigrants through an underground utility hole in Downtown Laredo. Jesus Bernal owns a restaurant located at the corner of San Agustin Ave. and Park St., and was shocked to hear about an alleged human smuggling attempt that occurred right next to his business on Wednesday morning, May 28. He stated, “I’ve never seen anything like that before.
Laredo man paralyzed in crash backs seatbelt safety campaign

1 week ago | kgns.tv | Justin Reyes

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - With more drivers expected on the road this summer, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is reminding people to buckle up as part of its ongoing “Click It or Ticket” campaign. TxDOT teamed up with Laredo police, the Texas Department of Public Safety, and county constables for the event on Wednesday, May 28.
Laredo ISD teen gets new car for showing up to school every day

1 week ago | kgns.tv | Justin Reyes

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - One Laredo Independent School District (LISD) student now has a new set of wheels thanks to his perfect school attendance. Jacob Rodriguez, a 16-year-old student at Nixon High School, won a 2025 Ford Escape during the 12th annual Drive Sames For Education Perfect Attendance Car Giveaway. The event took place just before LISD’s graduation on Tuesday, May 27.
KGNS+ Honors recipient, breast cancer survivor leads Relay for Life of Webb County

1 week ago | kgns.tv | Justin Reyes

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A breast cancer survivor is motivating others by participating in an organization dedicated to ending cancer and raising funds for medical research. Retired teacher Maria Laura Nanez once received the news that no woman wants to hear. After battling breast cancer and surviving, she now finds meaning in leading the American Cancer Society’s biggest fundraiser and encouraging others to participate. She stated, “I was really tired, so I decided I was going to go for a massage.
Laredo brothers save teen from burning car

1 week ago | kgns.tv | Justin Reyes

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Two good Samaritans who witnessed a fiery crash on Saturday afternoon, May 24, helped rescue one of the two victims from their burning car. Edgar and Cesar Ramirez are reflecting on the terrifying moments they experienced during a head-on crash on Highway 359. The brothers explained that they were returning from the junkyard when they witnessed a collision between a Mustang convertible and a pickup truck.