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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 News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Volunteer for Laredo Animal Shelter | Laredo News
Laredo Animal Care Services needs your help to tidy up their shelter—sorting supplies and organizing food storage. Volunteers get triple credit for their time…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Longhorns Fall Early, Eyes on Next Win | Laredo News
The United Longhorns stumbled to a 46-21 loss to PSJA North on opening night, dropping to 0-1—but don’t panic: flashes of grit, clutch catches, and solid…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Twin Peaks Expands to South Texas | Laredo News
Twin Peaks is rolling into South Texas with big plans—new sports lodges popping up in Brownsville, South Padre Island, and Laredo, bringing their signature…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Man Charged After Car Card Heists | Laredo News
Laredo police arrest man accused of stealing debit cards from unlocked cars, using them at local businesses—victims urged to come forward as authorities crack…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Webb County Dems Launch New HQ | Laredo News
Webb County Democrats just unveiled their new campaign HQ — a bigger, more central space designed to rally voters and boost turnout ahead of November’s…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Martin Tigers Fight to the End | Laredo News
Martin Tigers fall short in a nail-biting 28-21 loss to Holmes Huskies, but show heart and promise in their season opener. Jayden Hopkins dazzles with 280…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Laredo Dog Abuse Sparks Legal Change | Laredo News
A shocking animal cruelty case in Laredo has sparked outrage after a dog was found tied up and injured in the back of a truck — now facing felony charges, with…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mother Tried to Smuggle Child Using Fake Docs | Laredo News
A Texas mom got three years in federal prison for trying to smuggle a three-year-old boy into the U.S. using her own child’s birth certificate—only for the kid…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Laredo Man’s Cards Stolen in Vehicle Theft | Laredo News
A Laredo man’s ride was robbed—thieves snatched his Social Security card and two debit cards, then racked up purchases, including a gas station stop on South…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!From Wrong Number to Hollywood | Laredo News
A wrong number text message launched Rogelio Ramos’s acting career—leading to Sundance, Hollywood, and a Spider-Man role. Now, this Laredo native is giving…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hernandez Shines in Wolves' Dominant Win | Laredo News
Chris Hernandez exploded for a career day, rushing for 229 yards and three touchdowns as LBJ obliterated Nixon 40-0 at Shirley Field — their second straight…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Thomas Haden Church: From Laredo to Hollywood | Laredo News
From Laredo to Hollywood, Thomas Haden Church carved his path with grit and heart—starting on Texas ranches, rising through Dallas radio, and stealing hearts…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Laredo Wastewater Reveals Drug Trends | Laredo News
Laredo’s wastewater reveals a troubling drug trend: cocaine levels hit record highs, while fentanyl drops—offering a grim but hopeful snapshot of community…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Danny Sotelo Jr. Arrested in Laredo Theft | Laredo News
Twenty-nine-year-old Danny Sotelo Jr. got arrested in Laredo after breaking into a Jeep Liberty, stealing two debit cards and using them to shoplift at local…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Peter Lozano Sentenced After Kassandra’s Death | Laredo News
Peter Lozano III just received an eight-year sentence after a jury swiftly convicted him in the tragic death of his daughter, Kassandra. The emotional trial…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Four-Year-Old Found Alone in Laredo | Laredo News
Four-Year-Old Found Alone in Laredo | Laredo News
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Laredo Dog Rescue Sparks Animal Reform | Laredo News
A two-year-old blue heeler was horrifically abused—tied up with wire and a sheet in the back of a truck—prompting charges to be upgraded from misdemeanor to…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Laredo Wastewater Reveals Cocaine Surge | Laredo News
Laredo’s wastewater is revealing a grim drug trend: cocaine levels are soaring nationally, with the city ranking among the top five in Texas — and fentanyl’s…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Eight Years for 136 MPH Crash | Laredo News
A jury in Laredo, Texas, sentenced Peter Lozano the third to eight years for a fatal crash that killed his sister Kassandra. The trial, which lasted three…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hill Country News: Tragedy, Fire Ban, and Gratitude | Laredo News
A somber discovery at Enchanted Rock sends shockwaves through the Hill Country, while Kendall County enacts its first burn ban since spring due to dangerous…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dog Rescued After Cruelty Allegation | Laredo News
A dog found in distress with a pillowcase over its head and wire wrapped around its body sparked an urgent rescue—and arrest—in Laredo. After a citizen tipped…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Panthers Crushed in Season Opener | Laredo News
The United South Panthers suffered their worst season-opening loss in a decade, falling 60-7 to Boerne-Champion — marking their fifth straight opener defeat…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Run on the Runway at Laredo Airport | Laredo News
Run on the tarmac, not the pavement—Laredo’s sixth annual Runway Run is back, featuring a 5K and one-mile walk on the actual airport runway. First 500…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Laredo’s COVID Surge and What to Do | Laredo News
COVID-19 cases are creeping back up in Laredo, and health officials are using wastewater testing to catch trends early—stay home if you’re sick. High-risk…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Mother Arrested After Child Found Alone | Laredo News
Mother Arrested After Child Found Alone | Laredo News
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Nuevo Laredo’s Safety Transformation | Laredo News
President Claudia Sheinbaum reveals how Nuevo Laredo has transformed from a once-violent border city into a place where residents now feel safer than in many…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Laredo Dog Rescue and Legal Fallout | Laredo News
A viral video sparked outrage in Laredo after a malnourished, injured two-year-old blue heeler was found—now recovering thanks to intervention. The case has…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Texas WIC Goes Digital This July | Laredo News
Texas WIC in Laredo is upgrading with new tech—starting July 1, you can load benefits online after your first in-person visit. Pregnant women and kids under…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Laredo Animal Rescue Ends in Relief | Laredo News
Laredo’s police are holding a high-stakes press conference this morning as they reveal major updates on a shocking animal cruelty case that’s gripped the city…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Last Day to See Laredo PD Exhibit | Laredo News
Last chance to see Laredo College’s “Frontier to Future” exhibit — a sweeping 175-year look at the Laredo Police Department’s evolution, from gritty old cases…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Border Stories Festival at Laredo College | Laredo News
Get ready for a vibrant day of creativity at the Mira Media Festival, hitting Laredo College this Saturday, August 28th! Doors open at 2 PM with film…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Witness the Blood Moon Eclipse | Laredo News
Last Thursday night, skywatchers across the Americas witnessed a breathtaking “blood moon” lunar eclipse — a rare celestial event where Earth’s shadow bathes…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!From Coach to Referee | Laredo News
Gilbert Martinez, a football coach for over 30 years, has swapped the sidelines for the stripes—now a seasoned referee with the Texas Association of Sports…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Johnson Targets South Texas for Midterms | Laredo News
House Speaker Mike Johnson hit the road to Laredo, rallying South Texas voters ahead of the midterms—crucial stops to lock in GOP support and push for a bigger…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dog Rescued After Online Tip | Laredo News
A dog found in distress with a pillowcase over its head and wires around its body was rescued thanks to a tip from a concerned citizen—leading to the arrest of…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Reckless Driver Sentenced to 8 Years | Laredo News
Peter Lozano, 3rd, just got an eight-year prison sentence and a $30,000 fine after pleading guilty to manslaughter and two counts of aggravated assault. The…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dog From Viral Abuse Video Found Safe | Laredo News
A dog from a viral animal cruelty video has been rescued and is now safe, thanks to a neighbor who recognized him and alerted authorities. Found malnourished…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hot and Dry Ahead for Seven Days | Laredo News
Hot and Dry Ahead for Seven Days | Laredo News
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Laredo City Steps Up for Suicide Awareness | Laredo News
Laredo’s City Hall is hosting a powerful, hour-long suicide awareness proclamation on September 2nd at 11 AM — a community rallying cry for hope, healing, and…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Soccer Star Detained Then Released | Laredo News
Argentinian soccer star Matías Pourrain, 34, is set to be released from detention after his deportation case shifts to non-detained status, though he’ll still…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Johnson Targets South Texas Swing | Laredo News
House Speaker Mike Johnson hit the ground running in South Texas, rallying voters in Laredo as part of a high-stakes push to preserve GOP control of the House…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Operation U-P Cares Targets Train Crossings | Laredo News
Laredo police are cracking down hard on drivers who ignore railroad crossing signals in a bold new campaign called “Operation U-P Cares,” targeting the deadly…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Adults Earn Diplomas for Career Goals | Laredo News
Twenty-one adults in Laredo just earned their high school diplomas through United ISD’s Bridge Academy — a second-chance program for those who left school…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Johnson's South Texas Swing Faces Pushback | Laredo News
House Speaker Mike Johnson hit the road in South Texas, stopping in Laredo to back GOP congressional hopefuls — including Webb County Judge Tano Tijerina. But…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Lozano Pleads No Contest in Kassandra Case | Laredo News
Peter Lozano, the former Webb County deputy charged in Kassandra Lozano’s death, dramatically pivoted his case this Wednesday by accepting a plea deal — no…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Laredo Protest Demands Animal Justice | Laredo News
Laredo’s streets are set to boil this Friday as愤怒 citizens rally outside the police department demanding justice for a dog found tortured — head covered, wired…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Laredo’s Month-Long Cleanup Challenge | Laredo News
Laredo’s transforming this September with a city-wide cleanup movement—no big event, just YOU picking your spot and cleaning up your neighborhood. Keep Laredo…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Grow Your Own Food in Laredo | Laredo News
Grow your own food with Laredo’s hands-on gardening workshop series—perfect for beginners! Missed the first session? Don’t worry, the next one is Friday…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Perfect Attendance Wins New Car | Laredo News
Students in the United Independent School District are getting a second chance at a dream car—thanks to the Drive Four Sames Education Program, now in its 14th…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Grow Your Own Food in Laredo | Laredo News
Laredo’s new gardening workshop series is here to help you grow your own food—hands-on, practical, and packed with fresh produce tips. Kick off on August 28…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Speaker Johnson Targets South Texas | Laredo News
House Speaker Mike Johnson hit the road in South Texas, stopping in Laredo to rally support for GOP candidates like Webb County Judge Tano Tijerina, who’s…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Teen Caught in Border Smuggling Bust | Laredo News
A 16-year-old in Webb County, Texas, is facing serious charges after fleeing a traffic stop by bailing out on foot and hiding in brush—leading to a K9 chase…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Speaker Johnson Visits Laredo | Laredo News
House Speaker Mike Johnson hit Laredo yesterday, August 27th, teaming up with Webb County Judge Tano Tijerina in a high-stakes campaign stop for the 28th…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Laredo Court’s Final Game | Laredo News
After 80 years of hoops, heart, and history, the Laredo Boys and Girls Club is saying goodbye to its legendary basketball court — a true cornerstone of…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Grow Your Own Food with WIC | Laredo News
Grow your own food, get active, and learn nutrition—all in one hands-on workshop! The Laredo WIC program and LCUAS are teaming up at the historic Canseco home…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Lozano’s Sentence Decision Looms | Laredo News
Former Webb County Deputy Peter Lozano III just flipped his plea to no contest on manslaughter and aggravated assault from a deadly crash on Loop 20 — dropping…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Big Rig Flip Closes Laredo Highway | Laredo News
Big Rig Flip Closes Laredo Highway | Laredo News
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dog Found Tied Up in South Laredo | Laredo News
Dog Found Tied Up in South Laredo | Laredo News
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Two Kids Found in Mexico Reunited | Laredo News
Two Texas kids, ages six and seven, were found wandering alone in Mexico—asking for money—and quickly reunited with their overjoyed mom after authorities…
Laredo News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Toddler Escapes Daycare Near Truck | Laredo News
A toddler nearly became a tragic statistic in Laredo after wandering out of a daycare and into the path of an 18-wheeler—thanks to an unlocked door. The child…