Alicia Barrera joined NBC 5 in December 2022 as a general assignments reporter for NBC 5 and Telemundo 39.
Alicia is a first-generation Mexican-American fluent in both Spanish and English. She was born in East Dallas, raised in Coppell and spent holidays with her family in San Luis Potosí, Mexico.
Before joining NBC 5, she reported and anchored in San Antonio for KSAT 12 News. During her four years in the Alamo City, Alicia reported on stories that centered around the Hispanic, Latino and Chicano communities. She also covered the aftermath of the Uvalde elementary school massacre, highlighting the efforts of neighbors, survivors and local leaders to rebuild their town.
She also anchored several nationally syndicated parades including the Day of the Dead Parade in 2021, Fiesta Flambeau Parade 2022 and Muertos Fest 2023.
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Prior to her time in San Antonio, she worked as a Spanish-language multimedia journalist in the Rio Grande Valley for Telemundo 40. Her work along the Texas-Mexico border earned Alicia several Lone Star Emmy awards. Her efforts focused on the immigration crisis, influx of unaccompanied minors, visits from senior White House Officials and the effect of immigration and militarization of the border in local communities.
She also covered high-profile cases including of John Feit, the former priest convicted of murdering a local schoolteacher.
Alicia got her start in news as a graphics editor and multimedia journalist for Telemundo 60 in San Antonio in 2015 while completing her bachelor’s degree. She graduated from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio with a bachelor’s in mass communications journalism and a minor in Spanish.
Alicia is excited to be back in Dallas to connect with the communities across North Texas. She loves to keep connected with viewers through social media, especially Instagram.
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Older generations walk in Fort Worth to preserve Juneteenth history: ‘Don't let it die'
Those who showed up for the 2.5 mile walk representing the 2.5 years it took for news of freedom to reach slaves in Texas, explain its importance.
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‘No warrant, no entry.' Immigrant family refuses to open door to law enforcement
A Dallas family says they were terrified when officers loudly demanded entry into their apartment, looking for someone they didn’t know and without showing a warrant.
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Dallas family shaken after officers bang on door with no warrant
A Dallas family says they were terrified when officers loudly demanded entry into their apartment, looking for someone they didn’t know and without showing a warrant. NBC 5’s Alicia Barrera reports on the growing fear among immigrant communities and the confusion surrounding local law enforcement and ICE collaboration.
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Dallas hemp shops raided by Allen PD and DEA
On Tuesday morning, owners and employees of hemp warehouses in North Texas were surprised by authorities.
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Authorities raid hemp warehouses in North Texas
Hemp warehouses were raided by authorities on Tuesday in Dallas. DEA agents and police say they searched warehouses, claiming it’s part of an illegal operation. Investigators say undercover officers purchased items with THC that were above the legal limit. This is happening as Gov. Abbott considers whether to sign or veto a ban on THC products in Texas.
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Little Elm family targeted by swatting call
Little Elm officers responded to a call at a home over the weekend that turned out to be a swatting call and putting a family in a potentially dangerous position.
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‘That could have ended badly': Swatting call leaves Little Elm family fearful
Little Elm officers responded to a call at a home over the weekend that turned out to be a swatting call and putting a family in a potentially dangerous position.
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Flood waters damage Santo streets and homes
Less than a month after a tornado struck in Santo, the small Palo Pinto County community is once again picking up the pieces. Wednesday night’s storms flooded streets with water quickly rushing into businesses and homes. Alicia Barrera is in that neighborhood where Santo Volunteer Fire and EMS say they assisted at least ten people.
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Families rescued after flash floods swept through Santo overnight
Storms turned homes and businesses near the heart of Santo into waterfront properties as water rose in flash flooding overnight.
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FIFA World Cup 26 is one year away, but excitement is building now
The biggest sporting event North Texas may ever host is now just one year from kicking off. DFW will host nine World Cup matches and host international teams and journalists for the global event. NBC 5’s Alicia Barrera was at the first kick-off event in Frisco.
