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Courtesy Jennifer Gutierrez, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized cocaine that totaled over $721,000 in street value. “CBP is proud of the work our frontline officers do to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our communities,” said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo Port
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, San Luis Potosi, MX – Today, McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos, Commissioner District 4, Rodolfo “Rudy” Castillo; Commissioner District 6, Pepe Cabeza de Vaca, and City Manager Isaac J. Tawil along with McAllen officials participated in an economic development forum “Industria con Sentidos”. This forum, hosted by the San Luis Potosi Governor Ricardo
Courtesy Jennifer Gutierrez, LAREDO, Texas—Given the forthcoming requirement by the Secretary of Finance of Tamaulipas for all Mexican citizens to update their vehicular license plate information, driving cards and stickers starting on January 6, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, Laredo Port of Entry reminds SENTRI participants with Mexican vehicles to
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, New position will focus on enhancing safety and efficiency in mobility, transportation planning and traffic management and control (McAllen, Texas)-As the City of McAllen looks to enhance mobility for the safe, efficient and orderly movement of people and goods throughout the city, it has selected Marlen Garza to lead the newly created
Courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Protection HIDALGO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Hidalgo International Bridge apprehended Juan Carlos Avila, a male U.S. citizen living in Campeche, Mexico, wanted on an outstanding felony warrant for aggravated sexual assault on a child. “CBP screens all travelers entering the United States.
Courtesy Brigette Garay, (Laredo, Texas)-The District Attorney’s Office reports that a jury found Jose Arnulfo Villarreal guilty of DWI C/B on October 22, 2024. The trial, which took place before the Honorable County Court at Law #2 Judge Victor Villarreal, was presented to a jury over the course of two and half days and rendered
Courtesy Bridget Garay, (Laredo, Texas)-The District Attorney’s Office reports that on January 9, 2025, Anthony Tays Jr pled guilty to Murder and Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon in the 341st District Court. On April 5, 2021, a violent altercation occurred at the Sugar Rush Party Place in Laredo, TX, involving multiple individuals. Surveillance footage
Courtesy Joana Santillana, (Laredo, Texas)- Laredo College will host the year’s first Palomino Saturday event on Jan. 11. These extended hours are provided for students’ convenience and as an opportunity to register for classes before the start of the spring semester on Tuesday, Jan. 14. Palomino Saturday is an open house where both current and
Courtesy Joe Martinez, (Laredo, Texas)- South Laredo’s Suga Show Basketball Team wins its first game of the 2024 Winter Season in a thrilling come from behind victory against the always tough Trifecta Basketball Team whom started strong right of the offset of the game. Trifecta along with one of the premiere three point shooters Ricardo
Courtesy Isabel Sos, LAREDO, TX— The City of Laredo is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Ramon Chavez as a new Assistant City Manager. Mr. Chavez, who has been a dedicated City of Laredo employee since 2005, began his career in the Utilities Department and has served as the City Engineer since January 2019.
Courtesy Christian Ocampo, (Laredo, Tx)-For over 75 years, Laredo College has proudly served students of all ages and backgrounds. Every single student that walks through the halls of LC has a unique story with their own set of success and challenges.Student Government Association (SGA) President Raymundo Gonzalez has gone through his fair share of challenges,
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Lights at intersections to be replaced part of McAllen Vision Zero Plan (Mcallen, Texas)-As the City of McAllen moves forward with Vision Zero, the plan it developed aimed at eliminating all traffic fatalities and severe injuries while increasing safe, equitable, and healthy mobility for everyone, the first improvement project will be implemented
Courtesy Larry Sanchez, (Laredo, Texas)- All Webb County Offices and Recreational Centers will be closed on December 31st and January 1st for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Regular operating hours will resume on January 2nd.
Courtesy Gabriela Ceballos, Laredo, TX — The City of Laredo and Mayor Pro Tempore and Council Member for District 7, Vanessa Perez, are thrilled to share the success of the 4th annual Grinchmas at Fasken holiday event, which took place on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at the Fasken Recreation Center. This joyful celebration marked the
Courtesy Joana Santilla, (Laredo, Texas)-The magic of winter saw gingerbread houses and candy canes emerge during the Laredo College Camilo Prada Child Development Center Winter Celebration event. Through the pop of festive colors and sweet decorations, the Camilo Prada children danced with joy alongside their teachers and parents this holiday season.The celebration saw the LC
Courtesy Joana Santillana, In a tribute to two generations of nurses who made a lasting impact on South Texas communities, Laredo College established the Geraldine Smith-Haley and Elinor K. Smith Endowment with a generous $100,000 fund. This endowment will support the newly created Geraldine Smith-Haley and Elinor K. Smith Nursing Scholarship, which will provide financial
Courtesy Joana Sanittana, The Laredo College Call of Duty Esports team brought home the college’s second National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) National Championship this year after an undefeated season during their debut semester. This grand achievement comes at the heels of the talented LC Valorant team’s undefeated national championship in April.“I am beyond proud
Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas – The City of Laredo announces the closure of all administrative offices in observance of the Christmas holiday on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, and Wednesday, December 25, 2024. All services will resume normal operation hours on Thursday, December 26, 2024. The City Landfill will be open on the 24th from
Courtesy Brigette Garay, (Laredo, Texas)-On December 5, 2024, the Fourth Court of Appeals affirmed the consecutive twenty-year sentences imposed on Jorge Rodriguez, Jr, by 406th District Court Judge Oscar J. Hale, Jr. Rodriguez had appealed the stacking of his sentences by Judge Hale arguing that stacking them was an act of judicial vindictiveness due to
