Go to ...

LaredoBuzz.Com

Laredo, Texas

RSS Feed

Wednesday, December 25, 2024

Archives for January 2022

Cuellar Introduces Legislation to Increase Compensation and Hiring of Rural Law Enforcement Officers

Courtesy Dana Youngentob, WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28), along with 11 of his colleagues today, introduced the bipartisan Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) on the Beat Grant Program Reauthorization and Parity Act of 2022 to increase compensation and hiring of law enforcement officers. The legislation reauthorizes the COPS on the Beat Grant

Public Art Master Plan to be shared by City of Laredo

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, Laredo, Texas – The people of Laredo enthusiastically want public art, as expressed through a community survey earlier this year. Now, there is a draft Public Art Master Plan that details how artwork can be a force for improving the beauty, economy, image, and daily quality of life for all in Laredo.

CBP Officers at the Laredo Port of Entry Apprehend Man Sought for Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child

Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry apprehended a man at the Juarez Lincoln International Bridge who had an outstanding warrant out of Waco, Texas, for Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child. “Our frontline officers help keep our communities safe by apprehending travelers

Laredo CBP Officers Apprehend Man Sought on Child Molestation Warrant

Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry detained a man at the Gateway to the Americas International Bridge who had an outstanding warrant out of Noblesville, Indiana, for child molestation. “Our officers remain vigilant in keeping our borders secure and apprehending wanted persons with outstanding

Cuellar Highlights New Protections Against Surprise Medical Payments

Courtesy Dana Youngentob, No Surprises Act jumps into effect January 1st Washington, DC–  U.S. Representative Henry Cuellar (D-TX-28) highlighted the implementation of the No Surprises Act. The bill kicked into effect on January 1st and ensures that emergency medical patients do not receive surprise medical fees. The provision removes surprise fees that are charged by out-of-network

CBP Officers at South Texas Ports of Entry Post Significant Increases in Fentanyl, Cocaine Seized in FY 2021

Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at eight South Texas ports of entry seized a significant amount of narcotics, unreported currency, weapons and uncovered numerous immigration violations during Fiscal Year 2021, most notably a 1,066 percent increase in fentanyl and a 98 percent increase in cocaine seized. Fiscal

Enjoy Largest Rosca in the RGV at McAllen’s SPIF, Thanks to Junior’s Supermarket

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (Laredo, Texas)-South Pole Illuminated Festival, along with Junior’s Supermarket, will be celebrating Dia de Los Reyes today January 6, 2022 starting at 5:30 p.m. with the largest rosca in the Rio Grande Valley. After 31 days of magical experiences, South Pole Illuminated Festival, presented by Junior’s Supermarket, will end its run with

McAllen Public Library Invites Public to Get “My First Library Card”

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-McAllen Public Library invites parents to kick off the new year by accessing a world of fun, entertainment, and information with the “My First Library Card.” Library Director Kate Horan encourages parents to get a library card for their children. “The start of the new year is the perfect time to

First University President, Dr. Billy F. Cowart, Passes Away

Courtesy Steve Harmon, (Laredo, Texas)-Dr. Billy F. Cowart, the first president of the former Texas A&I University at Laredo, now Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), passed away December 25, 2021 following a brief illness at the age of 89 in Temple, TX. TAMIU president Dr. Pablo Arenaz said Dr. Cowart’s hand in the University’s story

LC Regional Law Enforcement Academy Class B-21 Honored

Courtesy Sandy Lugo, (Laredo, Texas) Laredo College Regional Law Enforcement Academy Class B-21 was honored on Dec. 17 for completing their intense training.  Laredo Police Cadet Jesus R. Ramirez was also recognized with the Academic Achievement Award. The Top Gun Award was received by Jaime Rivera from the Zapata CountySheriff’s Office for his firearms proficiency

Older Posts›› ‹‹Newer Posts