Vanessa Vasconcelos
Prior to joining the Action News Team, Vanessa worked as a multimedia journalist in the Chico-Redding market.
The Bay Area native grew up in San Mateo and graduated from San Francisco State University with a B.A. in Broadcast Journalism.
Prior to reporting, Vanessa interned at KRON and KGO-TV in San Francisco. After graduation, KGO-TV hired Vanessa as a Production Assistant, Traffic Producer and Writer.
Vanessa is excited to be in the Valley and tell the stories that matter to you. You can reach her on Facebook or Twitter if you have a story idea or just want to say "Hi!"
When she's not working, you can find Vanessa at a concert or show. She loves spending time with family and friends, live music and travel.
Vanessa's Stories
Local officials warning of package theft as holiday shopping nears
As early Black Friday deals roll out online, holiday shopping is right at our fingertips. But crimes of opportunity aren't limited to the Grinch.
UV disinfecting fixtures to be installed at Fresno community centers, fire stations
Immaculight purifies air by removing pathogens, particulates, and pollutants that circulate through the fixture, with UV light.
Unprecedented election year leads to changes in Fresno County polling protocols
Fresno County votes are still being processed, but County Clerk and Registrar of Voters Brandi Orth said no matter the outcome of races, it's the voters who won.
Creek Fire: Fundraiser started for Shaver Lake Volunteer Fire Department
By teaming up with the Central Valley Community Foundation, AJ Driscoll and Niki Cunningham created the Shaver Lake Volunteer Firefighter Fund that's already raised almost $73,000.
COVID-19 pandemic prompting many Valley residents to vote early
This year has seen historic levels of early voting, mostly from voters dropping off or mailing in their ballots.
10-year-old Tulare County girl to be honored at Rose Parade
Francine Salazar was killed in a Tulare County crash after a driver ran a stop sign and slammed into her family's car.
Fresno first responders seeing surge in call as violence continues
Overall, call volume is down compared to 2019 but they have seen an uptick in assaults, including shootings and stabbings over the last year.
Merced boy could have lasting trauma after accidentally shooting, killing 5-year-old sister
The distraught family says the young boy loved his little sister, calling her his best friend.
Clovis Unified plans to bring students who want in-person instruction back to campus by January
Clovis Unified's plan to return to in-person instruction will be decided by each school based on parent and staff survey responses.
Blood donations urgently needed as Valley supply reaches 'extreme low'
"In spite of our best efforts, we simply cannot keep up," Officials from the Central California Blood Center are urging residents to donate soon.
