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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 Police Boosts License Plate Transparency | Laredo News
Laredo’s police are rolling out a major transparency upgrade for their license plate reader program, with a new policy expected by early September — complete…
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Final Schedule Pickup Before School Starts | Laredo News
Final Schedule Pickup Before School Starts | Laredo News
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LISD Back in Session with Castillon | Laredo News
Laredo Independent School District is back in session, and with Veronica Castillon leading Communications for 33 years, the district’s messaging engine is…
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Laredo Palomino Team Wins World Series | Laredo News
After years of heartbreak and near misses, Laredo’s Palomino team finally captured the World Series title in a dramatic, comeback-filled showdown. Down early…
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Laredo Secures 90M Gallons Daily | Laredo News
Laredo and Webb County just secured a game-changing water deal, locking in up to 90 million gallons daily from the Rio Grande via agreements with the IBWC — a…
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Homeless Man Arrested After Restaurant Assault | Laredo News
A 22-year-old homeless man, Jesus Osvaldo Ayala, sparked chaos at a San Bernardino restaurant early Thursday morning after allegedly assaulting the manager and…
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Teen Driver Charged After Laredo Crash | Laredo News
A teen in Laredo, Texas, faces charges after a pickup truck struck and seriously injured a pedestrian Monday night. The 16-year-old driver is under…
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Laredo Secures 90M Gallons for Future | Laredo News
Laredo just unlocked a major water win—new agreements will boost daily supply by 90 million gallons, securing the city’s future and easing long-standing…
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Laredo School District in Financial Crisis | Laredo News
Laredo’s United ISD is in deep financial trouble, with teachers’ unions warning that every student, teacher, and taxpayer could be affected. State funding…
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Teen Charged After New Year’s Firearm Incident | Laredo News
A 23-year-old man, Nin Carmona, faces felony charges after allegedly firing a firearm toward a residential neighborhood on New Year’s Day — the arrest came…
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Stray Animals in Crisis | Laredo News
Stray animal control in the city is crumbling under budget cuts and staffing shortages, with vital programs like Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return slashed and…
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Edna Grieves, Stars Rise, Energy Moves | Laredo News
A stolen Houston vehicle was recovered in a Friday morning traffic stop near Ganado, leading to an arrest by a Jackson County deputy. Meanwhile, Edna mourns…
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Teen Charged After Truck Hits Peacekeeper | Laredo News
A wild brawl in Laredo, Texas, turned deadly when a peacekeeper was struck by a pickup truck — and the suspect? The 17-year-old owner of the very truck used in…
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Laredo Crash Leaves Three Injured | Laredo News
A high-speed crash in Laredo, Texas, left three people injured after a 22-year-old driver lost control of their vehicle, slamming into a tree and fence. One…
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LISD Urges Safe School Starts | Laredo News
Laredo ISD kicks off the new school year with a safety alert: parents, guardians, and drivers must plan ahead, arrive early, and obey traffic laws—especially…
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Galo Clears Legal Challenge | Laredo News
Webb County Commissioner John C. Galo walks away unscathed as a senior justice tosses out the entire removal case against him — no legal grounds, too vague…
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Laredo’s Water Future Secured | Laredo News
Laredo just unlocked a game-changing water future with two landmark deals that will deliver up to 90 million gallons daily — ending decades of Rio Grande…
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Laredo Schools Feed Every Student Free | Laredo News
Laredo Schools Feed Every Student Free | Laredo News
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United ISD Faces $30M Loan Crisis | Laredo News
United ISD is on the brink of a $30 million loan to keep schools running as enrollment drops and costs soar—state funding shrinks while health insurance bills…
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Laredo Police Seek Public Help on Car Theft | Laredo News
Laredo PD’s Auto Theft Task Force is hunting a suspect in a May 5 car theft on Centennial Circle — they’ve got a photo and want your help. If you recognize him…
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United ISD Weighs Property Sales for Budget | Laredo News
United ISD is eyeing a real estate sell-off to plug its budget gap, with potential sales of the old Salinas property, Prada site, and South Laredo family…
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Laredo Water Smell? City Says Safe | Laredo News
Laredo’s tap water remains safe to drink despite a funky, earthy smell some residents are noticing—no boiling needed. City crews are flushing lines and running…
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Tyler Smith Ready for the Grind | Laredo News
Tyler Smith is locking down his spot on the Dallas Cowboys’ offensive line, feeling razor-sharp as training camp ramps up with brutal, pad-heavy reps against…
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Dak Prescott Highlights Team Growth | Laredo News
Dak Prescott is still laser-focused on Super Bowl glory, even as training camp heats up. He’s seeing real progress, especially from the tight ends—Jake…
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Crash Clogs I-35 Near Lafayette Overpass | Laredo News
Traffic chaos erupts on I-35 southbound near the Lafayette overpass in Laredo after a crash that injured drivers and snarled traffic—police responded at 6:30…
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Laredo Streets Get Full Repave After Pipe Work | Laredo News
Laredo’s massive water pipe replacement is hitting the streets hard—over 42,000 feet of aging pipes swapped out in Phase One, but the cost? Bumpy roads and…
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Cowboys Defense Rising Through Communication | Laredo News
Malik Hooker is buzzing about the Dallas Cowboys’ defense, crediting a generational leap in communication and confidence from the young players who’ve stepped…
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Border Busts: 90lbs Cocaine Seized | Laredo News
Federal agents in Laredo, Texas, smashed two massive cocaine busts within days—nearly 90 pounds total, worth $1.2 million—seizing drugs hidden in a truckload…
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Back-to-School Bundle Bags at Laredo Market | Laredo News
Laredo’s farmer’s market is back with a back-to-school twist—this Saturday, teachers get free community bundle bags, plus SNAP acceptance and Double Up Food…
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District Eyes Property Sales for Budget Relief | Laredo News
United Independent School District is eyeing the sale of key properties—including the old Salinas, Prada, and family engagement centers, plus the Curriculum…
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Laredo Police Crack Down on Speeders | Laredo News
Laredo police smashed speed records in their “Operation Slow Down,” pulling over 1,200 cars and issuing 1,439 tickets over two weeks — nearly 100 tickets a day…
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Overshown Back and Trusted by Coaches | Laredo News
DeMarvion Overshown is back, crushing it on the field after a brutal 10-week absence due to knee rehab — and he’s earning serious trust with the coaching…
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Teen Causes Chaos in Laredo Restaurant | Laredo News
A 22-year-old man named Jesus Osvaldo Ayala sparked chaos in Laredo, Texas, after allegedly swinging a blunt object and striking a restaurant manager—then…
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Bell Peppers to Busts | Laredo News
CBP just pulled off two massive drug busts worth over a million dollars—first, a big rig hauling bell peppers turned out to be stuffed with 40 pounds of…
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Laredo I-35 Southbound Closure Today | Laredo News
Drivers heading south on I-35 in Laredo, Texas, need to reroute ASAP—multiple lanes are closed starting 9 AM today, August 6, for construction near the…
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Laredo Crash Leaves Three Injured | Laredo News
Laredo Crash Leaves Three Injured | Laredo News
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Laredo Crash Leaves Three Injured | Laredo News
At 2:30 AM in Laredo, a black Chevrolet Impala lost control on Santa Ursula Avenue, crashing into a fence and tree near Garcia Street — sending three people to…
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Clear Out Bulky Items This Saturday | Laredo News
Clear out your bulky clutter this Saturday, August 8th, at Anna Park on Madison Street—drop-off from 9 AM to 3 PM, no hauling fees, just bring and unload…
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Laredo Crash Leaves Three Hospitalized | Laredo News
A brutal crash on Santa Ursula Avenue in Laredo at 2:30 AM sent a black car careening off the road, slamming into a tree and fence. Three occupants — a…
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UISD Faces $30M Loan Crisis | Laredo News
United Independent School District faces a financial crisis, potentially needing a $30 million loan as rising costs and falling student enrollment collide —…
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Centennial Celebration at Our Lady of Guadalupe | Laredo News
Celebrate 100 years of faith and community at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Hebbronville this Thursday—where Franciscan Friars once sought refuge from the…
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Sorensen’s Special Teams Makeover | Laredo News
New special teams coordinator Nick Sorensen is revamping the unit with a laser focus on fundamentals—like hand placement and kick finishes—to slash penalties…
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Adams Builds on Cowboys' Offensive Momentum | Laredo News
Dallas Cowboys OC Klayton Adams is building on last season’s offensive success, calling plays for the first time this year and feeling confident in his…
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Laredo Man Charged After Midnight Shooting | Laredo News
Laredo police responded to a midnight shooting on Oviedo Street after reports of gunfire and scattered shell casings, leading them to arrest 38-year-old…
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Rise Academy Launches for Special Ed Students | Laredo News
Laredo ISD kicked off the school year with a massive convocation of nearly 3,600 staff, themed “Breaking Barriers,” to reflect on last year’s achievements and…
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Little Boy Found Alone in Laredo | Laredo News
An eight-year-old boy wandered alone in underwear near Willow and Market, sparking a traffic stoppage to protect him—this is the second such incident in just…
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Furless Hero Tex Needs a Forever Home | Laredo News
Meet Tex, a curious and lovable seven-year-old German Shepherd mix in Laredo with a thyroid condition that’s caused him to lose his fur—but not his charm. He’s…
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Smart Cameras Catch Murder Suspect | Laredo News
Laredo PD used smart camera tech to nab a murder suspect—Ashley Renea Guzman, 31—who tried to fake her identity but was exposed by tattoos. The Flock Safety…
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Mother Charged After Boy Found Alone Again | Laredo News
A Laredo mother faces renewed charges after her eight-year-old son with special needs was found wandering alone—this time in just his underwear—just days after…
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Man Escapes Arrest, Gets Caught Again | Laredo News
A silver GMC Yukon bolts from Laredo PD after a late-night traffic stop, sparking a short chase that ends with the driver ditching the vehicle and fleeing on…
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Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase in Laredo | Laredo News
Man Arrested After High-Speed Chase in Laredo | Laredo News
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Shooting at Laredo Apartment Complex | Laredo News
Laredo police are investigating a shooting at an apartment complex on San Bernardo that left one person wounded—details remain scarce but authorities are…
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UISD Faces $30M Loan Crisis | Laredo News
UISD’s in deep financial trouble, facing a potential $30 million loan just to stay open—thanks to shrinking state funding, rising costs, and falling…
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Mother Charged After Son Found Alone | Laredo News
A Texas mother faces serious charges after her special needs son was found alone in underwear, just days after a similar incident—highlighting urgent child…
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Community Takes Charge on Air Quality | Laredo News
Get ready to breathe easier—locals and neighbors across the border are teaming up through the Binational Air Council to tackle deadly PM 2.5 pollution, with a…
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Lost Child Found in Laredo | Laredo News
A five- or six-year-old non-verbal boy was found in his underwear near Willow and Market Street in Laredo — thankfully, his mom has been located. Police are…
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Bishop Gomez Blesses Laredo Educators | Laredo News
Bishop John J. Gomez kicked off the new school year with a powerful Mass for 150+ Catholic school faculty in Laredo, marking his first major public appearance…
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Laredo Officer Alejandra Garza Remembered | Laredo News
Laredo mourns the loss of Officer Alejandra Garza, a 27-year-old dedicated law enforcement hero who died suddenly this weekend. Known for her unwavering…
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Party Turned Deadly in Laredo | Laredo News
A 22-year-old in Laredo turned a party brawl into a deadly shooting, firing a weapon and fleeing in a black Chevy Equinox after an altercation around 1 AM on…
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Calderon Sentenced After Drive-By Shooting | Laredo News
Kassandra Calderon just got sentenced to two years for deadly conduct and one year in county jail after admitting to firing shots in a drive-by shooting that…