Brisa Colón
Though born and raised in Southern California, Brisa's move to the Central Valley is a homecoming. She spent her childhood in Fresno during the holidays visiting family.
Before Fresno, Brisa was a reporter and fill-in anchor at KSBW8 News on California's Central Coast. During her time there, she reported on a wide range of topics spanning from education to historic weather events.
Brisa graduated from California State University Fullerton in 2022 with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and a Spanish Media Certificate.
During college, she interned at CNN's Los Angeles Bureau and published articles covering California and the Pacific Northwest. She also earned the honor of being named a distinguished NBCU Academy Fellow.
Brisa has a black belt in Karate and was the 2017 National Champion. She was on the USA National Karate Team and represented the United States in several international competitions.
She strives to connect and share the best with the Central Valley community. Away from the newsroom, Brisa has a passion for animals, the environment, and food!
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Brisa's Stories
Fresno County man sentenced to 15 years to life in 2024 deadly DUI crash
A Fresno County judge sentenced Ryan Trevino on Friday to 15 years to life in prison for murder in connection with a deadly DUI crash that killed John Michael Tarter near Friant in January 2024.
Retired FDNY firefighter reflects on loss, resilience ahead of Clovis 9/11 memorial ceremony
Retired FDNY firefighter Andy Isolono reflects on loss, healing and heroism as Clovis prepares to honor 9/11 at the California memorial ceremony.
'Yes on S' campaign launches ahead of November election in Fresno County
Supporters launched the "Yes on S" campaign, urging voters to approve a Fresno County sales tax measure to fund roads and public transit.
Reedley College flight program cancels classes to honor instructor after fatal plane crash
Flight operations at Reedley College's aviation program were canceled Tuesday as students and instructors honored flight instructor Danna Eady.
Sierra Sky Park community mourns loss of family in deadly plane crash
Residents of Sierra Sky Park, a fly-in community in northwest Fresno known for its aviation-centered design, are mourning what community members describe as one of the worst tragedies in the neighborhood's history following a plane crash that killed four members of a local family.
Merced family mourns father, son killed in Madera County crash
A Merced family is mourning the tragic death of a father and son who were among four people killed in a Madera County crash on Wednesday night.
Fresno officials present fiscal analysis for proposed South SEDA development
Fresno city staff presented a financial analysis of the proposed South Southeast Development Area, or South SEDA, to the City Council for the first time, outlining projected revenues and expenditures tied to the multi-million-dollar development.
Fresno leaders consider 10-year ban on data centers
The Fresno City Council is set to discuss a proposal to ban new data centers in Fresno for 10 years on Thursday, bringing debate over artificial intelligence-related facilities to the forefront of local government.
Parolee shot multiple times by Fresno police after he opened fire on them
A man was shot multiple times by Fresno police after authorities said he opened fire on officers early Tuesday morning following a reported ShotSpotter activation in southeast Fresno.
Big Fresno Fair 'Fill the Need' day to support Fresno State student food pantry
Tickets are now on sale for The Big Fresno Fair's second Fill the Need Day on October 15, with half of each ticket sold benefiting the Fresno State Student Pantry.