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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 Center Future | Laredo News
Hundreds packed into Laredo’s town hall to voice urgent concerns over potential data centers—water, power, and jobs at the heart of the debate. While no…
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Laredo Firefighter Passes Tragically | Laredo News
A Laredo firefighter tragically died early Sunday at Fire Station Nine, prompting the department to honor their privacy as they grieve. This heartbreaking loss…
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Bulldogs Sweep McAllen in Season Opener | Laredo News
The Alexander Bulldogs made a statement with a dominant three-set sweep over McAllen, setting a fiery tone for their season. Coach Ari Bermea-Mendoza’s squad…
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LISD Kicks Off New Year with 'Breaking Barriers' | Laredo News
Laredo ISD kicks off the new school year with a bold mission: “Breaking Barriers” to help every student overcome obstacles and thrive. Superintendent Guillermo…
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Laredo Heat Wave and Tiny Rain Chance | Laredo News
Laredo’s facing a brutal heat wave with temps hitting 105°F Wednesday and Thursday—dry, baking conditions with no Gulf humidity to cool things off. A slim 15%…
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UISD Unveils New Academic Programs | Laredo News
UISD is kicking off the new school year with major academic upgrades—high schoolers get cutting-edge CTE paths in law, vet science, diesel tech, and esports…
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University Plaza Breaks Ground | Laredo News
Get ready for University Plaza, a brand-new 23,000-square-foot shopping center in Bartlett set to break ground September 14th. Developed by Honey by Nurse Jett…
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Parents Arrested After Child Tests Positive for Drugs | Laredo News
Two Laredo parents face child endangerment charges after their kid tested positive for narcotics at the hospital—police found drug residue at home and arrested…
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St. Augustine Schools Soar with Growth | Laredo News
St. Augustine schools in Laredo are buzzing with excitement as they welcome a 10% enrollment surge across all grade levels, fueled by a booming voucher program…
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Seven Missionaries Safe After Colombia Earthquake | Laredo News
Seven young Texas missionaries, ages 18 to 25, are safe after surviving a powerful earthquake in Colombia’s Medellín area—thanks to fortunate location and…
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United ISD Faces $30M Loan Crisis | Laredo News
United ISD is facing a financial crisis as it seeks a $30 million loan to cover payroll and daily operations amid plummeting enrollment—down so much that state…
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Sally Beauty Remodeling at Mall del Norte | Laredo News
Sally Beauty is revamping its space at Mall del Norte—formerly Couture Boutique—in a $285K makeover set to debut by October 23rd, just in time for fall…
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Parents Arrested After Child Narcotics Test | Laredo News
Two parents in Laredo are facing felony charges after their child tested positive for narcotics, prompting cops to raid their home and find drug residue on the…
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Laredo Election Deadline Looms | Laredo News
Laredo’s election season is heating up—deadline to file for mayor, city council seats, and judge position is Monday, August 17th at 5 PM. Eleven candidates…
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De Leon’s Final Summer Caps Off with Championship | Laredo News
Andrew De Leon capped his youth baseball career with a championship-winning performance, helping Laredo’s 18U All-Stars claim their first-ever Palomino Pony…
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Heat Dome Breaks, Showers Return Friday | Laredo News
Buckle up — this week’s heatwave is here to stay, with temps hitting 100°F thanks to a stubborn hot air dome. While the middle of the week brings drier…
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Laredo Prepares for Data Center Impact | Laredo News
Laredo’s mayor is hosting a town hall on August 11th to tackle the future of data centers—before any applications even arrive. City officials are drafting…
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St. Augustine Celebrates New Beginnings | Laredo News
St. Augustine Catholic Schools in Laredo kicked off a vibrant new academic year with soaring enrollment thanks to a fresh voucher program, energized students…
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North Laredo Water Crisis Deepens | Laredo News
North Laredo’s Kirby Drive suffered a major water main break Monday night, leaving neighborhoods like Winfield and Plantation East without water—prompting…
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Toros Embrace New Coach Benny Ellison | Laredo News
Benny Ellison’s arrival as head coach has injected fresh energy into the Cigarroa Toros, who are showing serious hustle in early practices. With players…
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Two Stash Houses Found in Laredo | Laredo News
In a major border security bust, Texas DPS troopers teamed up with Border Patrol to raid two stash houses in south Laredo, uncovering twelve undocumented…
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Webb County Property Taxes Explained | Laredo News
Webb County officials are reassuring residents that property taxes won’t be raised this year, with Commissioner John Galo clarifying that confusing…
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Paisas Gang Member Arrested at U.S. Border | Laredo News
Border Patrol in Laredo just nabbed a Paisas gang member trying to sneak back into the U.S. after deportation — a federal crime under 8 U.S.C. 1326, carrying…
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Colombia Earthquake: Prayers for Survivors | Laredo News
A devastating earthquake has struck Colombia, killing over 100 and leaving countless trapped under rubble as rescue teams battle through the wreckage. Bishop…
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Two Stash Houses Busted in Laredo | Laredo News
Two stash houses busted in Laredo last week reveal a dangerous underground smuggling network—first, four migrants from Mexico found on Roque Loop; then eight…
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Gerardo Jaime Faces Multiple Felony Charges | Laredo News
A 25-year-old man in Rio Bravo faces multiple felony charges after police responded to a disturbance on Centeno Lane, where they found a severely injured woman…
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Longhorns Grind Toward Season Glory | Laredo News
The Longhorns hit the field with fire as preseason drills ignite under Coach Sanchez, where grit, strategy, and team chemistry collide—Colt Lozano, Aaden…
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Heatwave Hits Then Showers Possible | Laredo News
Texas is bracing for a scorcher with temps hitting 105 degrees, but a shift in the upper atmosphere could bring scattered showers Friday and Saturday—just…
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ICE Body Cameras: Step or Mirage | Laredo News
ICE is finally rolling out body cameras for all field agents by August, a move spurred by deadly shootings and long-standing calls for accountability. But…
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Water Main Repairs in Laredo | Laredo News
Water main repairs are underway in Laredo — crews are fixing breaks on Kirby Drive (est. 8–12 hrs) and Paloma Court (est. 6–8 hrs), with affected areas…
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Laredo Water Pressure Drops Explained | Laredo News
Laredo’s water pressure woes? Blame the city’s big infrastructure upgrade. Crews are replacing aging pipes and linking a massive new 36-inch line—expected…
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Laredo Assault Incident Overnight | Laredo News
Early Friday morning in Laredo, Texas, a violent altercation erupted near Thomas Avenue and Hillside Road—46-year-old Jose Angel Flores allegedly attacked a…
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A Firefighter’s Loss and the Call for Mental Health Support | Laredo News
A somber day in Laredo as the fire department mourns the loss of one of their own, believed to be a self-inflicted tragedy at a station on Mines Road. Mayor…
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Quinnen Williams Lands Big Cowboys Deal | Laredo News
Quinnen Williams just got a massive 3-year, $105.9M deal with the Cowboys—making him one of the highest-paid defensive tackles in the league at $35.3M average…
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Laredo Gets New Animal Surgery Center | Laredo News
Laredo’s animal shelter is set to transform with a $950,000 federal boost from Congressman Henry Cuellar, funding a state-of-the-art surgical center complete…
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Billion-Dollar Border Boost Announced | Laredo News
Big news at the border: Congressman Henry Cuellar is unveiling $1.2 billion in federal funding for security projects in Laredo and South Texas, set to be…
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Laredo Breastfeeding Fair This Thursday | Laredo News
Don’t miss Doctors Hospital Laredo’s 6th Annual Breastfeeding Awareness Community Fair this Thursday, August 13th, from 10 AM to 1 PM in the Women’s Center…
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Laredo ISD Launches RISE Academy | Laredo News
Laredo ISD welcomed nearly 19,000 students back on Monday, August 10th, with safety and security as top priorities this year. Superintendent Guillermo Pro…
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Teen Swerves Then Runs From Cop | Laredo News
A 20-year-old in Laredo, Texas, made a desperate escape after a high-speed chase—swerving, running stop signs, then ditching his car and sprinting on foot. But…
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Drunk Driver Causes Multi-Car Crash | Laredo News
At 2:15 AM on a Sunday, Laredo police responded to a multi-car crash on Bob Bullock Loop involving a 37-year-old driver, Ivan Treviño, who allegedly crashed…
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Teen Leads Cop Chase in Laredo | Laredo News
A 20-year-old in Laredo sparked chaos by fleeing a Texas trooper in a high-speed chase through neighborhoods, crashing the system with reckless driving and…
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Laredo ISD Ready for Safe, Successful Year | Laredo News
Laredo ISD kicks off the new school year with a laser focus on safety and academic excellence, as Superintendent Guillermo Pro outlines a summer-long prep…
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Laredo Traffic Alert: Jacaman & McPherson | Laredo News
Construction is underway at the busy Jacaman and McPherson intersection in Laredo, Texas—expect delays, shifting lanes, and barricades for the next 21 days as…
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United Volleyball Seniors Lead Charge | Laredo News
United volleyball returns with a powerhouse senior class poised to dominate the 2026 season, building on last year’s 26-11 record and district runner-up…
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Laredo Construction Alert McPherson Road | Laredo News
Laredo’s hitting pause on McPherson Road near Jacaman—expect a concrete median and fresh pavement markings for 21 days, with crews working 7 AM to 5 PM. The…
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Toros Leap Forward with New Coach | Laredo News
The Cigarroa Toros are firing on all cylinders as they kick off their season under new head coach Benny Ellison, skipping spring practices to dive into fall…
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Teen Driver Causes Crash, Fire | Laredo News
A reckless 18-year-old driver slammed into a truck, causing a fiery crash on a Laredo highway late Saturday night—witnesses say he was speeding like a maniac…
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Webb County Commissioners Agenda | Laredo News
Webb County Commissioners tackle big priorities this week: funding SWAT gear with a $28,732 state grant, renewing a vital partnership with Texas A&M…
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Laredo Schools Back in Session | Laredo News
School’s back in Laredo with a staggered start for the 2026-27 school year—Webb ISD kicked things off Friday, Aug. 7, while most others like Laredo ISD, Zapata…
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Laredo Police Seek Public Help on Car Theft | Laredo News
Laredo PD’s Auto Theft Task Force is hunting for a suspect linked to a car theft on May 5 in the 4300 block of Centennial Circle. They’re asking the public for…
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Gun Fired Online Leads to Arrest | Laredo News
A Laredo man, 23-year-old Nin Carmona, was arrested for allegedly firing a gun on New Year’s Day after a viral video led Crime Stoppers to tip off authorities…
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Man Sentenced for Online Minor Encounter | Laredo News
A 41-year-old man named Robert Steven Lanier just got a 12-year federal prison sentence after trying to meet a minor he met online through the app Kik—where…
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Laredo Shelter Overwhelmed by Strays | Laredo News
Laredo’s animal shelter is drowning in strays—housing over 200 dogs and cats far beyond capacity, stretched thin by a budget crunch and dwindling supplies…
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Flushable Wipes Are Ruining Sewers | Laredo News
Laredo Utilities is sounding the alarm: those “flushable” wet wipes? They’re causing massive sewer blockages. Despite claims, they don’t break down like toilet…
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Two Women Face Life Terms in Laredo Homicide | Laredo News
Two women, Yvonne Azeneth Garcia and Zelina Renea Solis, have waived their arraignments facing life-threatening charges tied to a deadly Laredo homicide —…
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Galo Off the Hook, Casso Disappointed | Laredo News
Webb County Commissioner John Galo dodges removal for now after a court dismissed a petition filed by former Laredo Councilmember Alfonso Casso, who claims…
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Laredo Water Flushing Update | Laredo News
Laredo’s water crews are flushing lines in Del Mar, Plantation, Winfield, Alexander Estates, and Del Mar Blvd to refresh水质 and tackle seasonal issues — rest…
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Alleged Corruption Rocks United ISD | Laredo News
Activists have escalated their push for accountability in United ISD by filing a second complaint alleging criminal misconduct by a board member, accusing them…
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Laredo's Three Stars Shine Again | Laredo News
Laredo’s baseball stars are lighting up the state—three local phenoms named to Texas’ top All-State team. Roman Martinez and Hector Cadena, both back-to-back…
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Councilmember King Heads to Military Training | Laredo News
Councilmember Dr. Tyler King is temporarily stepping away for military training from August 10 to September 4, but his commitment to District Six remains…