Courtesy Raul Leal,
LAREDO – Now that the much-awaited Cuatro Vientos (Loop 20 Extension) project has begun, residents and parents alike living in the vicinity of the new road construction project, are urged to take extra precaution – DO NOT allow children to play in the project work zone area since there are several properties whose backyards abut or are in close proximity to the new road alignment where the moving of dirt is being performed by heavy construction machinery. 
Again, we respectfully request the cooperation of the public as we strive …

Courtesy Bryan Benway,
LAREDO, TX- The Laredo Bucks of the Central Hockey League, in conjunction with Fox 39 Laredo, announced that a new episode of “Bucks Insider” will air this Saturday (Nov 28th) at 11:30am on Fox 39.
“Bucks insider” is a weekly television show hosted by “The Voice of the Bucks” Bryan Benway, that will feature exclusive inteviews with Bucks coaches, players and fans.
This week’s debut show will feature in-depth interviews with Maxime Lincourt and Justin Styffe. Check out highlights from last weekends Bucks games, as well as a look at …

Courtesy Monica Garcia,
The Office of District Attorney Isidro Alaniz reports that defendant Jose Morales, Jr. (4/19/76) pled no contest today to the charge of Improper Relationship between Educator and Student. 
 Morales, a former Alexander High School art teacher, was charged with the second degree felony after the parents of a sixteen year old female student discovered over one hundred pages of instant messaging exchanges between the defendant and their daughter. 
 The allegation was brought forth by the victim’s parents on June 1, 2009 and led to a collaborative investigation by United Independent …

5th Annual HEB Holiday Bowl to collect toys, winner gets bragging rights
 Courtesy Xochitl Mora,
Laredo,TX—Nov. 24, 2009—Once again, it’s that time of year to help the less fortunate children of this community have a wonderful Christmas.
 The 5th Annual HEB Holiday Bowl is scheduled for Saturday, December 5, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at the UISD Student Activity Complex football field.  In the great tradition of the BCS bowl games, this football game delivers a lot of fun for the community, and more importantly, serves as a great fundraiser to help support the …

 
Courtesy Richard Pauza,
 LAREDO , TEXAS – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials in Laredo are anticipating an increase in border traffic as the holiday season approaches. As a result, the agency is adjusting staffing during the weeks ahead to address the anticipated increase. CBP’s Office of Field Operations and Office of Border Patrol are offering a number of tips to travelers to expedite the border crossing experience and travel beyond the border zone.
CBP will place as many officers as possible in areas where they will be able to process …

Courtesy Xochitl Mora,
Laredo, TX – The City of Laredo Health Department (CLHD) is issuing food safety tips for holiday meal preparation to ensure your family is healthy during this holiday season.  Additionally, the CLHD would like to remind the public in order to prevent the spread of flu to continue practicing advanced hygiene precautions.
 The storage, preparation and handling of large quantities of food is very important, especially during the holidays.  If food is mishandled it can cause food borne illnesses.  However, by following some simple tips, you can make your …

Courtesy Xochitl Mora,
 City of Laredo administrative offices will be closed on Thursday, November 26 and Friday November 27, 2009 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. 
 Protective and emergency services will be operational. 
 Please be aware that there will be NO trash or recycling pick-up on Thursday or Friday. Also, the City of Laredo Landfill will be closed on Thursday, but will re-open during regular hours of operation, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 27, 2009, weather permitting and closed on Saturday, November 28, 2009.  The Landfill will be closed …

Courtesy Larry Sanchez,
 In observance of the Thanksgiving Day holiday, all Webb County administrative offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27. 
The holiday closure includes the Webb County Tax Assessor Collector’s Office.
The Webb County Sheriff’s Department will continue all services on its regular schedule.
Webb County Offices will re-open at 8 a.m. Monday, November 30.
The next Webb County Commissioners meeting will be Monday, December 14, at 9:00 a.m. at the Webb County Courthouse located at 1000 Houston Street.

Courtesy Maru De La Paz,
Webb County Sheriff Deputies and Crime Stoppers are asking for the community to help capture this individual by calling 727-TIPS or 1-800-558-TIPS all calls are anonymous and callers may receive a reward of up to $1,000.00. We ask the community to help us keep Our Community Safe.
Active Warrant  Date:   Oct. 23,2009           CRUZ,JOSE,JAVIER ,JR.           Age :   18
 Hgt:     5’08”        Wgt:    220     Hair:     Brown             Eyes:    Black
 Last Known Address:   2800 Block of MONTERRY APT. 2    Laredo, Texas
 Charge: Aggravated Robbery
 341st District  Court
District  Judge  E. Salinas-Ender

Courtesy Joe Baeza,
On Sunday November 22, 2009, Laredo Police Narcotics/Vice Unit received information that a large amount of marijuana was being stored at 4015 Bear Claw, Laredo Texas.  Laredo Police Narcotics/Vice Unit assisted by ICE established surveillance at said location for several hours before a State Narcotic Search was obtained.  Upon entering the residence, officers found several bundles of marijuana weighing approximately 241 lbs.  Mario Alejandro Sanchez-Ovalle DOB: 02-10-1977 and Jose Antonio Navarro-Sanchez DOB: 6/2/1975 were arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana F/2. Both Subjects were read their Miranda …