Beatriz Reyna
News Director
North Platte, NE
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Beatriz Reyna is the News Director and Midday Anchor for NBC Nebraska News 2. She started at KNOP-TV in December of 2004 as a general assignments reporter and photographer. She also spent time anchoring weekend newscasts.
Originally from North Platte, Beatriz earned her Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
"Since the age of 13, I always knew that I wanted to be a reporter," Beatriz said. "I remember sitting on the couch with my grandparents one afternoon watching Univision–the Spanish network and saying to myself 'that's what I want to do someday.' Fast forward a few years later, I am living that dream."
Beatriz's favorite part of her job is meeting new people everyday and sharing their stories. Whether they make you angry, cry or laugh, Beatriz strives to keep viewers informed.
When she's not working, Beatriz loves spending time at the gym, competing in marathons and spending time with friends and family.
Beatriz enjoys hearing from those in the community and is always looking for good story ideas. Feel free to say hello or tell her what is happening in your community.
Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 2:27 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
An assault charge against Stapleton Public Schools Superintendent Brian Redinger was filed in Logan County Court last week.
Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 12:39 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
The U.S. Honor Flag arrived in central Nebraska Wednesday to honor Aurora couple ahead of their funeral.
Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 4:46 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
A judge cut Cooper's bond in half but kept a no-contact with minors order in place.
Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 9:31 AM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
According to court documents, close to 50,000 text messages were exchanged between the teacher and the student including some several that were sexual in nature.
Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 3:18 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna and Ian Mason
Thirty-one Union Pacific train cars carrying coal derailed three miles southeast of Gothenburg.
Updated: Jan. 14, 2023 at 8:49 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
Fire at fertilizer plant in Lamar ruled accidental.
Updated: Dec. 6, 2022 at 11:18 AM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
Authorities say a Hershey man was killed in a head-on collision on Highway 30 west of North Platte Sunday.
Updated: Dec. 4, 2022 at 6:05 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
A two-vehicle collision leaves one person dead Sunday afternoon on Highway 30 west of North Platte . The name of the victim is not being released pending notification of next of kin.
Updated: Sep. 21, 2022 at 3:21 AM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
Courtney Steer, 27, of McCook was killed when her U-Haul crashed into an Amtrak Train Tuesday morning.
Updated: Aug. 29, 2022 at 7:37 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
The Nebraska State Fair board is showcasing a diverse blend of vendors and performers at this year's fair.
Updated: Aug. 22, 2022 at 8:04 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
The family of a U.S. Marine Veteran injured in the Ukranian war is struggling to bring their solider home. His family has set up a GoFundMe to fly him home. Alex Ortiz joined the Marines in Nebraska after graduating from North Platte High School. He was living in Ohio before he went to Ukraine.
Updated: Jun. 15, 2022 at 4:22 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
Calie Troyer of Hershey, Neb. was crowned Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska Wednesday afternoon at Mid-Plains Community College South Campus Theater.
Updated: May. 19, 2022 at 11:21 AM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
Crews continue to battle a wildfire at the Nebraska National Forest near Halsey.
Updated: May. 18, 2022 at 11:52 AM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
Several agencies and fire departments are on scene battling a wildfire at the Nebraska National Forest near Halsey.
Updated: Apr. 15, 2022 at 2:03 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
The Nebraska Emergency Management Agency provides tips on how to protect your home from wildfires.
Updated: Apr. 14, 2022 at 2:44 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
Nebraska Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Charles Herbster hit the campaign trail on a three-city tour with Donald Trump Jr. Wednesday.
Updated: Mar. 11, 2022 at 12:27 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
Kathleen Jourdan, 33, is charged with second-degree murder in the death of her husband back in 2020.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2022 at 6:34 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
Kathleen said Joshua did not have time to defend himself as she drew the gun and fired.
Updated: Mar. 10, 2022 at 10:49 AM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
Kathleen Jourdan testified on Wednesday during the fifth day of the trial.
Updated: Mar. 8, 2022 at 6:35 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
The big testimony Tuesday was that of Jessica Jourdan who was married to Josh for three and a half years.
Updated: Mar. 8, 2022 at 8:16 AM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
Day three of the Kathleen Jourdan trial got underway in Dawson County District Monday.
Updated: Mar. 4, 2022 at 3:22 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
Friday is day two of the Kathleen Jourdan trial on Friday in Dawson County District Court in Lexington.
Updated: Mar. 3, 2022 at 3:00 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
Opening arguments are now underway in Dawson County District Court.
Updated: Jan. 26, 2022 at 9:31 AM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
Broken Bow Police Department Sergeant Shane Fiorelli was awarded for his selfless act of heroism during Tuesday’s city council meeting.
Updated: Jan. 25, 2022 at 2:38 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
U.S. Senator Deb Fischer weighs in on Sustainable Beef LLC project and country of origin labeling for beef products.
Updated: Jan. 24, 2022 at 4:49 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
U.S. Senator Deb Fischer stops in North Platte to address Ukraine conflict and Infrastructure Bill Monday.
Updated: Jan. 19, 2022 at 10:40 AM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
The Red Willow County Attorney's Office is investigating a shooting that injured one person and an officer Monday night.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2021 at 4:58 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
The non-profit organization Impact Art is helping build the next generation of artists.
Updated: Oct. 18, 2021 at 4:54 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
Dozens gathered in Kearney to bring awareness to human trafficking Saturday.
Updated: Sep. 9, 2021 at 5:28 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
The McCook Fire Department will host a 9/11 stair climb Saturday.
Updated: Jul. 27, 2021 at 4:07 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
Two 19-year-old men accused in the shooting death of a Lexington man earlier this month were arraigned in Dawson County Court Tuesday.
Updated: Jul. 7, 2021 at 9:44 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
A Pleasanton man who died in Tuesday's fatal shooting in Lexington was facing multiple charges of sexual assault in Buffalo County.
Updated: Apr. 21, 2021 at 2:48 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
NSP finds more than 200 pounds of marijuana in Dawson, Lincoln County traffic stops.
Updated: Mar. 5, 2021 at 8:02 AM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
The controversy didn’t dampen the spirits of students from raising $5,000 for a non-profit organization.
Updated: Dec. 24, 2020 at 3:39 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
A Colorado family was killed in Wednesday morning’s two vehicle accident near Hershey, according to the Nebraska State Patrol.
Updated: Dec. 23, 2020 at 5:10 PM CST
|By Beatriz Reyna
Hazardous road conditions is blamed for several accidents and deaths on Nebraska roadways Wednesday.
Updated: Sep. 14, 2020 at 9:39 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
Long-time Great Plains Health physician, Leland Lamberty, MD, died Saturday, Sept. 12 due to complications of COVID-19.
Updated: Aug. 28, 2020 at 12:53 AM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
Feedlot personnel, numerous volunteers and law enforcement have had little success after the bison broke off into groups and spread out across the county.
Updated: Aug. 17, 2020 at 3:10 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
Kathleen Jourdan pled not guilty to second-degree murder in Dawson County District Court Monday.
Updated: Aug. 5, 2020 at 4:13 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
A missing Henderson juvenile has been located and two adults have been charged in connection with the investigation.
Updated: Jul. 28, 2020 at 10:58 AM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
Legendary band .38 Special will kick off the Viaero Summer Jam Concert Series on Friday, August 14.
Updated: Jul. 10, 2020 at 10:42 AM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
The Omaha woman accused of killing her husband near Cozad on Interstate was released on bond Thursday.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2020 at 4:01 PM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
Kathleen Jourdan waives preliminary hearing
Updated: Jun. 30, 2020 at 7:37 AM CDT
|By Beatriz Reyna
A man drove through a bridge guard rail and went into the lake.
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