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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 Fentanyl Pusher Gets 11 Years | Laredo News
A 24-year-old from Laredo just got 11 years for pushing fentanyl laced with animal tranquilizer, racking up 20+ sales to undercover cops — and it’s just the…
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Donate Blood in Laredo Today | Laredo News
Need blood? The Laredo Chamber of Commerce is hosting a drive today, July 22, at their parking lot on McPherson Road — donations are urgently needed. The event…
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Laredo Police Hiring Heat | Laredo News
Over 360 hopefuls took the Laredo Police Department’s written exam — a drop from last January’s 500+ applicants, but still a strong showing fueled by recent…
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North Laredo Water Pressure Fixed | Laredo News
North Laredo’s long-standing water pressure woes finally hit a breakthrough—thanks to a faulty pressure-reducing valve. City crews pinpointed the issue through…
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Texas Targets Birth Tourism | Laredo News
Texas Governor Greg Abbott just signed an executive order targeting “birth tourism,” ordering state agencies to investigate healthcare providers helping…
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Free Health Clinic in Laredo Ends July 22 | Laredo News
Free healthcare is rolling into Laredo—Operation Border Health is offering no-cost medical, dental, and vision care through July 22 at the United South…
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NetJets Crash in Laredo Claims Tech Founder | Laredo News
A NetJets plane crashed on a Texas highway after a fuel emergency, killing tech incubator founder Joshua Baer, 50, but miraculously sparing three teens and the…
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Masterson Road Chase Update | Laredo News
A high-speed chase erupted on Masterson Road in south Laredo on July 20th, with Border Patrol and Laredo PD involved — though officials are keeping details…
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Man Dies Jumping From Moving Truck | Laredo News
A chilling chase through South Laredo ended in tragedy when a man jumped from a moving truck—prompting police to investigate a burglary that spiraled into a…
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Repeat Thief Escalates to Assault | Laredo News
A repeat offender in Laredo allegedly robbed a dollar store, stuffed stolen goods in his pants, and shoved two people—including a 66-year-old man—causing…
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Teen Jeep Chase Ends in Gunfire | Laredo News
A wild early-morning chase in Laredo ends with three teens fleeing a speeding Jeep, crashing into a stop sign, and getting caught by police. One teen…
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Bertha Weakens as It Approaches | Laredo News
Tropical Storm Bertha’s threat is fading as it heads toward southeastern Texas—expect mostly clouds and a slight chance of showers Thursday night, not a…
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Man Jumped From Truck in Laredo Burglary | Laredo News
A chilling incident unfolded in Laredo, Texas, on July 21st, when a homeowner spotted suspicious men in a dark truck and followed them—only to witness a…
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Youth Leaders Shine at Annual Symposium | Laredo News
Get ready to celebrate the next generation of leaders—mark your calendars for July 30th at the Falcon Event Center, where the 4th Annual Youth Leadership…
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Webb County Constable Makes Multiple Arrests | Laredo News
Webb County Constable’s Office is stepping up enforcement, making arrests on drug possession and serving warrants for criminal non-support — including…
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Texas Man Arrested for Human Smuggling | Laredo News
A 31-year-old Texas man, Raul DeLuna, was arrested for human smuggling after cops pulled him over on I-35 in Laredo and found four migrants from Honduras and…
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Truck Jump, Burglary, and Mysterious Deaths | Laredo News
Laredo police reveal a chilling twist in a Tuesday morning burglary: a suspect vehicle fled the scene, then later crashed — and a 31-year-old man jumped from…
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Buoys Block Bridge in Laredo | Laredo News
Buoys pile up against the World Trade Bridge in Laredo, prompting cleanup — no bridge damage, but a wake-up call for proactive planning. Some buoys broke free…
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Border Patrol Stops Smuggling Operation | Laredo News
Border Patrol Stops Smuggling Operation | Laredo News
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Donate Blood, Save Lives in Laredo | Laredo News
Roll up your sleeve and save a life—Laredo’s second annual blood drive is here! Join the Laredo Chamber of Commerce and South Texas Blood & Tissue on…
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Man Jumps From Car Then Hit By It | Laredo News
A young Hispanic man died in a bizarre and tragic crash in south Laredo Tuesday morning — he jumped from a moving car, then was struck by it. The vehicle fled…
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Three Teens Caught in Laredo Chase | Laredo News
Three teens in Laredo turned a wild chase into a high-speed drama after fleeing cops in a speeding Jeep, crashing into a stop sign and bolting on foot—only to…
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New $8M Truck Stop Coming to Mines Road | Laredo News
Big changes are coming to Mines Road as a massive $8 million truck stop, gas station, and convenience store set to break ground this fall. Located at 11719…
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Cafe La Oficina Revives Historic Laredo Spot | Laredo News
Step into history with Cafe La Oficina’s newest spot on Matamoros Street — a 1899 gem being reborn as a coffee, bourbon, and event hub in Laredo. Jonathan…
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Smuggling Ring Uncovered in Webb County | Laredo News
A Texas trooper stop turned into a major human smuggling bust when a black Dodge Avenger was pulled over in Webb County and found carrying four undocumented…
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Man Caught Stealing at Dollar Store | Laredo News
A Laredo man tried to pull off a brazen theft at a dollar store, stuffing stolen soaps and laundry items into his pants—only to escalate things by pushing a…
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Six Migrants Found Dead in Boxcar | Laredo News
Six migrants found dead in a Union Pacific boxcar in north Laredo sparked a major investigation, prompting a special report titled Tragedia Migrante to uncover…
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Dry Heat with Possible Clouds Ahead | Laredo News
South Texas is baking under a dry, hot airmass with plummeting humidity—until a tropical depression in the Gulf might drift west, bringing possible clouds…
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Fatality at South Laredo Intersection | Laredo News
Fatality at South Laredo Intersection | Laredo News
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Rio Grande Buoys Wash Ashore | Laredo News
Floodwaters surged to 18 feet in Laredo, Texas, sweeping buoys from the Rio Grande and sending them downstream toward the World Trade Bridge—some even tangled…
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Mental Health Matters in Laredo | Laredo News
This July, Laredo’s Area Health Education Center hosted its second annual mental health event at City Hall, spotlighting the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and…
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Laredo Little League Heads to World Series | Laredo News
Laredo’s Senior League Little League squad just punched their ticket to the World Series after a gritty, four-to-three championship win over Victoria — the…
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Young Man Charged for Elder Assault | Laredo News
A 24-year-old man faces serious charges for allegedly assaulting a 93-year-old patient at a Laredo ER—nine months after the attack, when injuries were clearly…
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Jorge Viñals Takes Anchor Role in Laredo | Laredo News
Jorge Ernesto Viñals is taking the anchor seat for KGNS+’s 10 PM news, bringing top-tier coverage from Laredo and the border every weekday — after two years as…
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Rio Grande Floods and Border Buoys | Laredo News
Rio Grande floods turned chaotic as buoys got tossed around—Eagle Pass saw them floating wild, Laredo braced for rising waters. Mayor Trevino confirmed no…
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Laredo Water Outage Hits Hard | Laredo News
Laredo’s Sandhill Drive and surrounding neighborhoods are facing major water outages due to a busted pressure relief valve — crews are on-site fixing it, with…
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Operation Border Health in Laredo | Laredo News
In Laredo, Texas, Operation Border Health turned into a political play during the July 22, 2026, general election — a day when health outreach met voter…
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Laredo Nights: Pulse of the City | Laredo News
Laredo’s nightlife is alive and kicking—June 2026 brought pulsing energy from Golondrina, Casa Ortiz, Bar Nido, and Casa Blanca Event Center, with crowds…
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Laredo Bridges Back Online After Flood | Laredo News
Laredo’s flood recovery is in full swing as bridges reopen and roads clear—thanks to coordinated efforts with federal crews and local teams who tackled massive…
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Sergio Cano Accused of $26K Theft | Laredo News
A 60-year-old man named Sergio Cano is facing felony theft charges after allegedly skipping out on $26,000 in transportation services. Detectives served a…
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Veggie Fiesta Returns to Laredo | Laredo News
Veggie Fiesta is roaring back to Laredo on September 19th, turning The Outlet Shoppes into a vibrant plant-powered paradise from 11 AM to 3 PM. Think farmer’s…
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Laredo Plant Shop Hit by Theft | Laredo News
A Laredo plant shop, Indoor Gardens, suffered a brazen theft just months after expanding—thieves snatched plants and pots worth about $300, leaving a dirt…
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Border Buoys Drift Down Rio Grande | Laredo News
Heavy rains in Eagle Pass unleashed chaos as unanchored border buoys—each 12 to 15 feet long—were swept into the Rio Grande, now drifting toward Laredo. Mayor…
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24-Year-Old Arrested for Assaulting 93-Year-Old | Laredo News
A 24-year-old man, Daniel Alderete, has been arrested in Laredo on felony charges after allegedly assaulting a 93-year-old man, leaving visible facial…
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Webb County Road Projects Ahead | Laredo News
Webb County is rolling up its sleeves for major road upgrades in Precinct One, with newly approved street overlay projects in Rio Bravo and along Mangana-Hein…
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Flamenco Fest at Laredo College | Laredo News
Laredo College’s third annual Flamenco Fest kicks off July 28th and runs through July 31st, offering dance, singing, and guitar workshops for all skill levels…
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Flooded Buoys Shut Down Trade Bridge | Laredo News
Floodwaters freed federal buoys that drifted into the World Trade Bridge in Laredo, forcing a temporary shutdown and crippling local commerce. Congressman…
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River Chaos Halts Water in Nuevo Laredo | Laredo News
Nuevo Laredo’s two major water plants shut down temporarily as the Rio Grande swelled with trash and mud, risking equipment and worker safety — leaving central…
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New World Screwworm Town Hall Alert | Laredo News
Don’t miss the urgent town hall on August 18th at the Laredo ISD Performing Arts Center—Webb County officials are sounding the alarm over the deadly New World…
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Laredo Church Crisis Resolved Peacefully | Laredo News
Laredo police responded to St. John Neumann Church on Sunday, July 19, after a man outside the building appeared to be in crisis—no weapons involved, no…
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Teen Summerween Week at Laredo Library | Laredo News
Spooktacular fun before the real Halloween! Laredo’s Public Library is hosting Teen Summerween Week — a four-day Halloween-themed bash in July, designed for…
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Screwworm Found in Starr County Calf | Laredo News
First confirmed case of New World screwworm found in a newborn calf in Starr County, Texas — a serious threat to livestock, wildlife, and pets. Officials are…
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Tragic Nighttime Pedestrian Fatality on Highway 83 | Laredo News
A tragic nighttime collision on U.S. Highway 83 near North Siesta Lane in Zapata County claimed a pedestrian’s life Saturday, July 18, as three people…
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Tropical Storm on the Horizon | Laredo News
Tropical Storm on the Horizon | Laredo News
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Zapata County Braces for Rio Grande Surge | Laredo News
Zapata County, Texas, is on high alert as a massive surge of water and debris barrels down the Rio Grande—forcing towns like El Cenizo into 24/7 vigilance…
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Rio Grande Floodwaters Begin to Recede | Laredo News
Floodwaters along the Rio Grande near Laredo are slowly receding after hitting record levels, with the river cresting at 18 feet near International Bridge Two…
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Buoys Block Laredo Bridge | Laredo News
Massive 2,000-pound buoys broke loose upstream on the Rio Grande, forcing the closure of the World Trade Bridge in Laredo. With water levels now at just over…
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Laredo Airport’s Future Starts Now | Laredo News
Laredo’s international airport is planning its future with a community-driven master plan—and you’re invited to help shape it. Join the free, open-house public…
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Webb County Flood Disrupts Services | Laredo News
A busted water pipe in Webb County’s main government building triggered a major flood, forcing offices to shut down and pushing key deadlines—including the…
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LISD Back-to-School Bash & Style Show | Laredo News
Laredo ISD is hosting a massive back-to-school bash on July 21st at 3 PM, packed with free supplies, backpacks, immunizations, and physical vouchers—plus a…