Archives for August 2025
Courtesy Oscar Gomez, Laredo, TX – In observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 1, 2025, El Metro Transit System will continue to provide regular service for both fixed-route buses and El Lift paratransit services to accommodate riders throughout the holiday. Please note, however, that El Metro’s Administrative Office and Customer Service Center will be
Courtesy Gabriela Ceballos, LAREDO, Texas – The City of Laredo announces the closure of all administrative offices in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 1, 2025. All services will resume to normal operation hours on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Various operations and services will continue to be offered, as indicated below: Garbage & Recycling
Courtesy Samantha Casarez, McAllen, Texas – City of McAllen leaders, alongside the McAllen Independent School District (MISD), gathered today for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the community’s newest joint-use space: Morris/Perez Park. McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos praised the project as a model of cooperation and community building. “This new park represents
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized methamphetamine that totaled more than $704,000 in street value. “This significant methamphetamine seizure is a direct result of our officers’ impeccable vehicle inspection skills and attention to detail,” said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, Laredo Port of Entry officers detained one male wanted for an alleged homicide out of Fort Worth, Texas. The fugitive apprehension occurred on Tuesday, Aug. 26, when CBP officers at the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge referred Hugo Francisco Garza Munoz, a 25-year-old United States
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, Laredo Port of Entry officers detained one male traveler wanted for an alleged sexual offense against a child. “This apprehension reflects our unwavering commitment to protecting the most vulnerable members of our communities, our children,” said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo Port
Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, TEXAS – The City of Laredo is alerting the public of fraudulent emails currently circulating in the community. These deceptive messages falsely claim to be from the Planning Department and attempt to solicit payments by attaching fabricated invoices. The City of Laredo emphasizes that it takes the protection of residents and
Courtesy Gabriela Ceballos, LAREDO, TEXAS – During Monday’s City Council meeting, Mayor Dr. Victor D. Treviño and the Laredo City Council proudly recognized a series of exemplary individuals and groups for their remarkable accomplishments and service to the community. ·Among those honored were Zoe Castaneda and Luis Ivan Zapata Espinoza, students at Harmony School of
Courtesy Roy Cantu, The McAllen Heritage Center is proud to celebrate the unique history of McAllen in the lovely historic museum building with a very special tea in honor of this highly valued tradition and in keeping with our mission to preserve and honor history. The event will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025
Courtesy Deidra C. Hernandez, Laredo, Texas – Laredo Animal Care Services (LACS) recently received dogs that were voluntarily surrendered from an animal welfare agency located outside of our city limits. 12 dogs were voluntarily surrendered on Tuesday, 13 surrendered on Wednesday, and 4 were surrendered today, bringing the total to 29 dogs now in our
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