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Courtesy Eduardo Chapa, Laredo, Texas (Webb County) – On Tuesday, at approximately 9:15pm, Webb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were traveling south bound on FM 1472 when they noticed a white vehicle, approximately 3 miles south of FM 255, on the side of the road with its emergency lights on. Upon approaching the vehicle, deputies observed two subjects
Courtesy Rafael Benavides, LAREDO, Texas—The City of Laredo Utilities Department has launched a COVID-19 Relief Program to help residential customers who have become recently unemployed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Below are the terms, conditions and requirements to request relief. Relief is for residential water accounts only and projected to be for March, April and/or May
Courtesy Jennifer Gutierrez, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge intercepted cocaine and currency totaling $1.1 million in value during two separate, unrelated incidents over the weekend. “CBP conducts enforcement operations to protect against the illegal importation of narcotics and unreported exportations of bulk currency,” said
Courtesy Rafael Benavides, LAREDO, Texas—The State of Texas has partnered with the City of Laredo and Webb County to provide free COVID-19 testing to residents of Webb County. Residents can test whether they show symptoms or not. Only one person per household may be tested. If a person is positive, the city and state will
Courtesy Eduardo Chapa Laredo, Texas (Webb County) – On Sunday, the Webb County Sheriff’s Office received information about two males in possession of marijuana. Investigators followed up on the information and were able to obtain the location of the subjects. The subjects were located at a local motel at the 7100 block of Rosson Lane. Investigators made
Courtesy Rafael Benavides, LAREDO, Texas—The City of Laredo and Webb County have confirmed the 17th death in Laredo related to COVID-19. The City and County want to express their most sincere condolences to the family and want them to know that our counselors, as well as our support, are available. A woman in her 60s, with
Courtesy Steve Harmon, (Laredo, Texas)-Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) has its sights set on seeing students face-to-face this Fall on campus. Along with the 11 other campuses of The Texas A&M University System, TAMIU plans to resume on-campus classes this coming Fall 2020. TAMIU President Dr. Pablo Arenaz said the University is proceeding cautiously with
Courtesy Rocio Moore, (Laredo, Texas) On Thursday morning , Ramiro Veliz, III, United ISD’s Board President, distributed free face masks to parents during the Grab and Go meal distribution site at Los Obispos Middle School. During the giveaway, Veliz thanked all the parents for their patience and cooperation during this pandemic. Mr. Veliz also recognized
Courtesy Eduardo Chapa, Laredo, Texas (Webb County) – On Thursday, Webb County Sheriff’s Office deputies conducted a traffic stop on a white Jeep Liberty at the intersection of Ejido Avenue and Columbia Drive, two blocks away from Honore Ligarde Elementary School. As the deputy was making contact with the driver, he noticed a strong odor
Courtesy Rafael Benavides, LAREDO, Texas—The City of Laredo Health Department and the local health authority are providing a public update on cases of COVID-19 at our local hospitals. There are 681 test results associated with Laredo Medical Center (LMC) (directly and indirectly): 164 positive, 495 negative and 22 pending. Out of the 164 positive cases:
