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Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Laredo News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Laredo and South Texas. From local government and business developments to international trade, the border economy, healthcare, education, public safety, transportation, and community events across Webb County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of the nation's most important border communities…
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Laredo Weighs Data Centers and Water | Laredo News
Laredo’s city leaders are racing to craft data center regulations after a whirlwind of public outcry and engagement, with packed town halls revealing deep…
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JD Gonzalez Enters Laredo Mayoral Race | Laredo News
JD Gonzalez, a trade expert and former Navy vet, has officially launched his mayoral campaign in Laredo, promising to overhaul aging water systems, maximize…
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Two Arrests in Webb County Traffic Stoppages | Laredo News
Two Arrests in Webb County Traffic Stoppages | Laredo News
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Stabbing on San Bernardo Avenue | Laredo News
Stabbing on San Bernardo Avenue | Laredo News
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Simple Skincare Tips for Teens | Laredo News
School’s back in session, and Laredo dermatologist Dr. Adam Swigost is giving teens a no-nonsense skincare guide: ditch the complicated routines and social…
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Laredo Police Crack Down on School Zone Violations | Laredo News
Laredo PD issued 328 school zone tickets in just one week—speeding, expired tags, no license or insurance. Drivers are being warned: kids are walking and…
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District Seeks $30M Loan to Cover Gaps | Laredo News
Facing a $30 million loan to cover daily expenses, United Independent School District battles shrinking enrollment and rising costs, turning to this critical…
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Roque Vela Sr Honored for Lifelong Service | Laredo News
Laredo pays tribute to Roque Vela Sr. with the city’s Key to the City, a posthumous honor for his decades of service as a Vietnam veteran, public official, and…
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Laredo Weighs Data Center Water Rules | Laredo News
Laredo’s mayor is shutting down the door on data centers, declaring the city can’t afford the water they demand — and he won’t approve any while he’s in…
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Alexander Band Aims for State Glory | Laredo News
Alexander High School’s marching band is gearing up for a high-stakes season, with director Ricardo Fuentes leading the charge in his first year. Passionate…
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Honoring Espinoza at Memorial Walk | Laredo News
Honoring Espinoza at Memorial Walk | Laredo News
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Machado Faces Plea or Trial | Laredo News
Fernando Machado, accused of capital murder in the brutal March 2025 killing of 20-year-old Frida Castillo—along with her mother and brother—is at a pivotal…
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Webb County Gets $32M Boost | Laredo News
Webb County is getting a major financial boost with over $32 million in federal funds set to transform lives—supporting early childhood education…
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Minimal Makeup, Maximum Confidence | Laredo News
Get that fresh, school-ready look without breaking the bank—makeup pro Ramiro Banda reveals how a few smart, drugstore essentials can transform your routine…
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Laredo Seniors Struggle Without AC | Laredo News
Seniors in Laredo are suffering through unbearable heat after months without central air conditioning — the city’s temporary fixes aren’t enough, and critical…
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Fill a Laredo Police Trunk for Animals | Laredo News
Laredo police are hosting a community donation drive this Saturday, August 15th, from 11 AM to 2 PM at HEB Plus — “Fill a Laredo Police Trunk” — to stock up on…
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Junior Leaders Drive Playoff Push | Laredo News
United South’s junior volleyball squad is ready to reignite their playoff flame, channeling grit from last year’s nail-biting rise and forging unshakable…
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Laredo Fire Dept Info Sessions | Laredo News
Laredo Fire Department is hosting info sessions for aspiring firefighters and paramedics—get the real scoop on academy life, requirements, and the application…
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Four Decades of Tradition and Conservation | Laredo News
Laredo’s Cola Blanca Big Buck Contest turns 40—and it’s still going strong, proving that tradition, conservation, and community can thrive together in South…
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Caleb Downs Ready to Lead Cowboys Defense | Laredo News
Caleb Downs, the Dallas Cowboys’ first-round rookie safety, is poised to anchor their defense in 2026—bringing elite college pedigree from Alabama and Ohio…
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Repeat Thief Walks Free on Bond | Laredo News
Laredo PD just nabbed Margarito Urbina Jr., a 35-year-old repeat offender, for stealing over $140 worth of polo shirts downtown — but here’s the twist: he was…
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District Seeks Loan Amid Budget Strains | Laredo News
United Independent School District is seeking a $30 million loan to cover daily operations—not a sign of systemic collapse—as enrollment dips and costs rise…
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Sun and Heat Take Over South Texas | Laredo News
Rain chances are slim this weekend in South Texas, with a weak disturbance bringing only isolated showers Friday—most areas stay dry. By Saturday, drier air…
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Bees Disrupt Baseball Games in Laredo | Laredo News
Bees swarmed Independence Hills Park, stinging kids during baseball games and even chasing families to their cars—forcing a citywide scramble. Officials…
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Casso Enters Mayoral Race with Accountability Promise | Laredo News
Former councilmember Alfonso Casso has officially launched his campaign for Laredo mayor in 2026, leveling sharp criticism at current leadership for financial…
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Laredo Trucks No More U-Turns | Laredo News
Laredo’s bridge system is ditching the U-turn headache for southbound trucks without TradeTag credit—letting them roll straight into Mexico starting Monday…
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Funeral Procession Hit in Laredo | Laredo News
A funeral procession in Laredo, Texas, turned tragic when a red car struck two motorcycle escorts on Thursday, August 13th. The driver, a 37-year-old woman…
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CIS Program Returns, But Sharply Trimmed | Laredo News
United Independent School District is reviving its Communities in Schools program—but with a major cutback, scaling down from 15 to just 5 campuses to save…
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Stabbing Arrested Before Sunrise | Laredo News
Stabbing Arrested Before Sunrise | Laredo News
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Delivery Turned Deadly in Laredo | Laredo News
A tense delivery gone wrong in Laredo, Texas, ended in a stabbing and arrest: a truck driver was injured during a scuffle with a security guard over a…
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Laredo Police Seek Man With 7 Felony Warrants | Laredo News
Laredo police urgently seek a 21-year-old man with seven felony warrants, including sexual assault of a child, possession of child porn, and exploitation…
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Shy German Shepherd Mix Lola Awaits Forever Home | Laredo News
Meet Lola, a shy but sweet German shepherd mix, just 3-4 months old and ready for her forever home in Laredo. She’s smaller than a purebred German shepherd…
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From Injury to Impact | Laredo News
Brennan Kisslinger’s comeback story is nothing short of inspiring—he overcame a brutal ankle injury requiring five screws and a metal plate, battled doubts…
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Texas Burn Bans: What You Need to Know | Laredo News
Texas is under a major burn ban in 144 counties as officials battle dry conditions and wildfire risks—areas like Zapata and Duval are hit hardest, but Webb…
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Social Media Skincare Is Backfiring | Laredo News
Social media is turning teen skincare into a confusing mess—driving teens to adopt complicated, product-heavy routines that often do more harm than good. Dr…
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700 Students Relocate to New School | Laredo News
Seven hundred Laredo students are starting school at a brand-new location after their district merged two elementary schools—Matias de Llano and Amparo…
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Laredo Jewelry Heist Ends with Arrests | Laredo News
Two suspects are now in custody after a brazen jewelry store robbery in Laredo, thanks to swift police action that brought the case to a quick…
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Jennifer De La O Takes Helm at Laredo CBP | Laredo News
Jennifer De La O is taking the reins as director of CBP’s massive Laredo Field Office — the largest in the agency — returning to her home state to lead one of…
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Armed Officers Now at Every United ISD Campus | Laredo News
United ISD starts the new school year with armed officers on every campus—38,000 students returning to classrooms under enhanced security measures. After…
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Drone Catches Robbery Suspects | Laredo News
A daring robbery near Veterans Field ended in a high-speed chase—thanks to a drone, cops nabbed two suspects just blocks away. The duo stole a gold bracelet…
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ICE Plans Electric Shock Gloves | Laredo News
ICE is set to spend up to $20 million on electric shock gloves for detainees — a move immigration advocates are calling dangerously extreme and potentially…
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700 Students Move to New Campus | Laredo News
Over 700 Laredo students are starting school on a brand-new campus after their two elementary schools merged into Clark Elementary. While the move brings…
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Webb County SWAT Gets State Grant | Laredo News
Webb County just scored a major win: nearly $29,000 in state grant money for its SWAT team—zero cost to taxpayers. Sheriff Martin Cuellar secured funding…
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United ISD Kicks Off New School Year | Laredo News
Laredo’s United ISD kicks off its 2026-27 school year with over 50 campuses welcoming nearly 38,000 students—numbers expected to grow thanks to open…
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District Pauses Communities in Schools Program | Laredo News
United Independent School District is pausing its $400K contract with Communities in Schools due to budget constraints, but not without options — the…
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Father’s Heart-Stopping Earthquake Anxiety | Laredo News
A Laredo dad’s heart raced as a powerful earthquake rattled Colombia—his blind son, just dropped off in Medellín, was right in the epicenter. Separated by…
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Slow Down for Safety Around Schools | Laredo News
School’s back in Laredo, and police are hitting hard on driver safety—slow down in school zones, stash your phone, and NEVER ignore flashing bus stop signs…
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Two Dudes Snatched Ice and Got Caught | Laredo News
Two suspects were arrested after a violent robbery on the east side, where they allegedly assaulted a victim and stole his jewelry. Laredo PD used drones to…
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Adopt Lola at Clear the Shelters | Laredo News
Looking for a new furry family member? Meet Lola, a shy but adorable German shepherd mix pup just 3-4 months old, ready to find her forever home at Laredo…
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United ISD Starts Strong with Safety Upgrades | Laredo News
United ISD kicked off the school year with over 38,000 students and a major safety upgrade: armed officers at every campus, weapon detectors, and clear…
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Custom Keychains for Clear Backpacks | Laredo News
Custom Keychains for Clear Backpacks | Laredo News
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Ten Commandments Hit Texas Classrooms | Laredo News
Texas Values is rolling out the Ten Commandments posters in Copperas Cove schools today, enforcing new state law SB 10—sparking debate over religion in public…
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Border Busts Net $1.1M in Cocaine | Laredo News
Border agents in Laredo pulled off a major drug bust, seizing over $1 million worth of cocaine in two separate operations—one at the World Trade Bridge and…
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Parents Arrested After Child Finds Fentanyl | Laredo News
Two parents in Laredo have been arrested after their child tested positive for fentanyl, sparking a child endangerment investigation that led to swift arrests…
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Texas Values Drops Ten Commandments Posters | Laredo News
Texas Values is rolling out the law—delivering Ten Commandments posters to Copperas Cove classrooms today, enforcing Senate Bill 10’s mandate and sparking…
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Laredo Crackdown on Drunk Driving | Laredo News
Laredo police are launching a high-impact crackdown on drunk driving from August 14 to September 7, with extra officers on the road thanks to a Texas DOT…
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Milly Garcia's 165-Goal Legacy | Laredo News
Milly Garcia just ended her high school soccer career at United South with a jaw-dropping 165 goals—likely a city record for boys or girls—and she did it while…
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United ISD Seeks $30M Loan Amid Enrollment Drop | Laredo News
United ISD is racing against time to secure a $30 million loan as plummeting enrollment drains state funding and widens the gap between rising costs and…
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Laredo Election Candidates Deadline | Laredo News
The clock is ticking for Laredo’s November elections—get your name on the ballot by Monday, August 17th at 5 PM. Eleven candidates have already filed for mayor…
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Cowboys vs Rams Scrimmage Insights | Laredo News
Dallas Cowboys and LA Rams squared off in a high-stakes scrimmage, with both teams using the intense matchup as a crucial early test against top-tier…