Archives for July 21, 2011
Courtesy Joe Baeza, At approximately 1p.m. Mexican authorities turned over Wenceslao Tovar Jr. to U.S. Marshal’s custody. He is being held in Federal custody on outstanding federal charges. He was transported to the Laredo Police Department for processing. He is also pending the outstanding warrants from a 2005 case which include charges of Murder, Aggravated
Courtesy Richard Pauza, “Don’t Be Fooled” to Complement Central America/Mexico Campaign WASHINGTON – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) today launched two public service announcements as part of the “Don’t Be Fooled” campaign—a public awareness campaign designed to educate citizens and encourage public vigilance to combat human trafficking within local communities, and invite others to
Courtesy Jose Borjon, Washington, D.C. – Congressman Henry Cuellar’s (TX-28) balanced budget amendment to the U.S. Constitution has been endorsed by the fiscally conservative Blue Dog Coalition. It would require the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress every fiscal year, along with other measures to enhance fiscal responsibility. The Blue Dog Coalition
Courtesy Timothy Franciscus Timm, There is currently a special fare of $386 (plus tax) from LRD To Baltimore, MD via American Airlines. Travel must take place between August 23, 2011 and December 14, 2011. You must fly Monday-Thursday, or Saturday and there are blackout dates during holidays. Reservations must be purchased at least 21 days
Courtesy David Leo, AUSTIN, Tx– Rep. Richard Peña Raymond (D-Laredo) joined Governor Rick Perry as he signed a bill that requires state agencies, boards and commissions to use respectful language when referring to individuals with intellectual disabilities. As chairman of the House Human Services Committee, which has authority over issues that affect Texans with disabilities,
Courtesy Joe Baeza, On Tuesday July 19th, at approximately 1:56 p.m. Laredo Police Narcotics/Vice Unit assisted the Laredo Police Patrol Division, conducted a search by consent by the 3000 block of Wooster. A total of 40 pounds of marijuana were seized and subjects Roberto Diaz Mena and Raul Diaz Mena , of Laredo Texas were arrested