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New anchor of Telenoticias KGNS: Jorge Ernesto Viñals
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Telemundo Laredo , KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 21, 2026
· 2 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Jorge Ernesto Viñals joins the Telenoticias KGNS+ team as the new host of the 10PM edition, Monday through Friday, bringing the audience the most important news from Laredo, South Texas and the border. For the past two years, Jorge has served as Deputy Director of News at KG...
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Key takeaway (KGNS) - Jorge Ernesto Viñals joins the Telenoticias KGNS+ team as the new host of the 10PM edition, Monday through Friday, bringing the audience the most important news from Laredo, South Texas and the border.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The addition of Jorge Ernesto Viñals as the new anchor of Telenoticias KGNS' 10PM edition brings a depth of local knowledge and journalistic expertise to the station's evening news broadcast. As a native of Laredo, Viñals' understanding of the community and its concerns will likely resonate with viewers, particularly in his coverage of border issues such as migration and human trafficking. His experience working with major television networks, including Telemundo and Univision, will also help to provide a broader perspective on regional news. With his background in reporting on extreme weather and social issues, Viñals is well-equipped to tackle the complex stories that affect the daily lives of Laredo residents. As he settles into his new role, it will be worth watching how he balances the need for in-depth coverage of local issues with the demand for timely and accurate reporting on breaking news in the region.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Jorge Ernesto Viñals joins the Telenoticias KGNS+ team as the new host of the 10PM edition, Monday through Friday, bringing the audience the most important news from Laredo, South Texas and the border. For the past two years, Jorge has served as Deputy Director of News at KG...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 21, 2026 by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News and curated for Laredo News readers.
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