Juan Beltran
I joined ABC 13 in 2018 as the first community journalist on their staff. Prior to ABC, I've spent time as a radio producer, reporter, and anchor at various media outlets. Growing up in Houston, I always admired KTRK legends like Bob Allen and Gina Gaston (to name a few). It is truly an honor and dream come true to form a part of Houston's news leader.
I love highlighting the diversity of our city through the stories of student-athletes and people that make our city great. Houston residents speak over 90 different languages and I enjoy meeting people of all nationalities while reporting.
I currently live on the South Side of Houston. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, doing triathlons, cooking and dancing salsa.
I was awarded the 2019 Media Honor Roll Award by the Harris County Department of Education for balanced reporting of news about public schools.
Juan's Stories
Houston's only Nicaraguan restaurant is located in South Houston
Looking to expand your taste buds? Head to South Houston and experience the flavors of Nicaraguan food.
Legendary South Houston boot shop celebrates 30 years
Don't forget to visit this South Houston hot spot, so you can see their legendary big boot statue!
South Houston High athletes mentor future Trojans
While these high school athletes might be mentoring the elementary students, these kids are also teaching them some important lessons.
Aerospace program building next generation of engineers
It IS rocket science! Kingwood High teachers say these students are curious, determined and ready for take off!
Kingwood Meat Market steals hearts with homemade tacos
Order up! Kingwood Meat Market quickly becomes most popular taco spot in town.
Tiny home, big hearts: Humble ISD students build home for veteran
We just can't get enough of this.
Brewery makes beer inspired by favorite childhood cereal
Yes, they have a beer made with Count Chocula cereal!
11-year-old Friendswood twins open gourmet pet treat business to save for their future
Cooking up a plan for success: 11-year-old twins make extra cash for their future cars and college education, by starting a sweet treat business for dogs and birds.
Friendswood Market offers locals a fresh variety of food once a month
Two kids are among the vendors offering goods at the Friendswood farmers market
Clear Brook High School students get robotics help from NASA engineers
It's more than just an out-of-this-world opportunity for students to learn from actual NASA engineers.
