Brenda Hernandez-Rodriguez is Dallas Free Press’ 2024-25 Report for America corps member. A bilingual journalist who is passionate about the field, Hernandez says, “I know it has the power to change lives, even sometimes to save lives. Brenda graduated from St. Edward’s University with five internship experiences that prepared her to be a reporter who makes a difference.

When Hernandez is not writing, she enjoys spending time with her dogs, whether watching movies together or walking. Hernandez also proudly calls herself an adventurous foodie and has become a go-to source of advice about where to eat next in her hometown of Austin, Texas.