Sydney Hernandez

McAllen

Evening News Anchor at KVEO-TV (Brownsville, TX)

Evening News Anchor at KGBT-TV (Harlingen, TX)

Evening News Anchor @cbs4rgv 🎥 Former @kveotv23 @KWKTFOX44 📸Focused on the latest Border, Breaking & Crime News in the Rio Grande Valley, TX🇺🇸 #TinyMighty

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Remarkable Women: Cynthia Sakulenzki

4 weeks ago | valleycentral.com | Sydney Hernandez

MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As our Remarkable Women series continues, we are highlighting a McAllen native who is committed to seeing others succeed. Cynthia Sakulenzki is the CEO and President of the Rio Grande Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, a position she’s held for 25 years.
Remarkable Women: Lizzy De La Garza Putegnat

1 month ago | valleycentral.com | Sydney Hernandez

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — As we continue our Remarkable Women series, we take you to Brownsville where Lizzy De La Garza Putegnat is making a difference. Putegnat is the Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations for Titan Fuel, a diesel fuel supplier in Cameron County. When she isn’t at her day job, Putegnat is focused on philanthropy and community engagement.
Remarkable Woman: Vanessa Carranco-McBEE

1 month ago | valleycentral.com | Sydney Hernandez

BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — If you’re a runner in the Valley, you’ve probably heard of RAV Run Adventures. As part of CBS 4’S Remarkable Woman Series, we are introducing you to the woman behind the business that has shaped the lives of thousands of people all over Texas. We are taking you to amazing city of Brownsville where a dedicated school counselor has combined her love for health and fitness to transform the lives of thousands of runners across the valley.
New Border Patrol chief discusses changes, support for agents

2 months ago | borderreport.com | Sydney Hernandez

EDINBURG, Texas ( ValleyCentral) - The U.S. Border Patrol chief visited the Rio Grande Valley Friday to speak with agents on the line and commission 300 National Guard members with the authority to detain and arrest people who are illegally entering the country. Chief Mike Banks is no stranger to the U.S. Border Patrol. The U.S. Navy Veteran has over 23 years of experience in border security operations, even holding high-ranking official titles in the Rio Grande Valley.
New Border Patrol chief discusses changes, support for agents

2 months ago | valleycentral.com | Sydney Hernandez

EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The highest-ranking U.S. Border Patrol Chief visited the Rio Grande Valley Friday to speak with agents on the line and commission 300 National Guardsmen with the authority to detain and arrest people who are illegally entering the country. Chief Mike Banks is no stranger to the U.S. Border Patrol. Banks has merit and the experience to get the job done.
USBP Chief Jason Owens announces retirement after 29 years

Jan 17, 2025 | valleycentral.com | Sydney Hernandez

McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A career dedicated to service and patriotism is nearing its final chapter for the highest-ranking Border Patrol Agent in the United States. After nearly three decades, U.S. Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens is set to retire in April. It was a decision made by an ambitious 21-year-old who had never been to the border, that would ultimately change Owens’s life forever.
How Border Patrol assist during natural disasters

May 30, 2024 | valleycentral.com | Sydney Hernandez

RIO GRANDE VALLEY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — U.S. Customs and Border Protection is no stranger to rescue and relief efforts when disaster strikes and to ensure a coordinated response they talk strategy long before any storms hits. Agent Christina Smallwood, with the U.S. Border Patrol, said this is something that is in place year-round. Safety comes first for the agents and they tell us if mass evacuations are ever ordered for the Valley.
Four Books to add to your Summer TBR

May 20, 2024 | medium.com | Sydney Hernandez

By Ms Sydney Hernandez An opinion piece on some of the best books to read this summerSource: Pinterest user 'Sora' - In my home state of Colorado, summer is a wonderful time. Waterfalls begin streaming, the sun shines incredibly bright, and virtually every single outdoor space is crowded with people. For those of us who generally love to be outside, but not with the huge amount of people, reading is a...
BISD confirms elementary school consolidation plan

Apr 9, 2024 | valleycentral.com | Sydney Hernandez

BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Brownsville Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to consolidate three of its elementary schools. The BISD Board of Trustees agreed to consolidate the campuses in order to save funds at a Tuesday meeting.
Remarkable Women: Ana Verley

Mar 26, 2024 | valleycentral.com | Sydney Hernandez

RIO GRANDE VALLEY, Texas (ValleyCentral) — We continue to recognize the remarkable women across the Rio Grande Valley and our last finalist is Ana Verley or as some close to her call her the “MADD” woman. Ana has been at the helm of “Mothers Against Drunk Driving” in the RGV for more than two decades. Her passion for helping victims of life-changing crimes hasn’t gone unnoticed.