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U.S. Customs and Border Protection Reminds Public of Prohibited Agricultural Items that Can Carry Citrus Greening Disease

Courtesy Mucia Dovalina, LAREDO, TEXAS — As the U.S.-Mexico border community prepares for the upcoming All Souls Day (Día de Los Muertos) holiday, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials are advising the traveling public that certain agricultural items used in holiday decorations are prohibited from entry to the U.S. and can carry harmful pests and

Newman Elementary Celebrates New Cafeteria Expansion and Corridor Enclosure

Courtesy Veronica Cantu, Laredo, Texas-United ISD: The “Home of the Mighty Toros,” Newman Elementary School, is going to be more comfortable with the expansion of the school cafeteria and corridor enclosure – thanks to construction projects that were made possible by voters who approved the school bond in 2013. A formal ribbon cutting ceremony was

CBP Officers Seize $91,708 in Unreported Currency at Laredo Port of Entry

Courtesy Mucia Dovalina, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers and agents at the Laredo Port of Entry this weekend seized more than $90,000 in unreported currency in an outbound enforcement action. “Our CBP officers maintained their vigilance in the outbound environment and applied an effective combination of officer experience and resources

Senator Zaffirini Named “Legislative Hero” by Texas Access to Justice Foundation

Courtesy Will Krueger, (AUSTIN) — The Texas Access to Justice Foundation today (Monday) honored Senator Judith Zaffirini, D-Laredo, with its Legislative Hero Award for her work to secure funding and pass legislation enhancing civil legal services for disadvantaged Texans. The award was presented by Texas Supreme Court Chief Justice Nathan Hecht and Justice Eva Guzman.

Sheriff’s deputies arrest 6 men on separate charges

Courtesy Eddie Zavala, Laredo, TX (Webb County) – The Webb County Sheriff’s Office has arrested six men on separate charges, including parole violation, theft, criminal trespass, and burglary of habitation. Those arrested include: Gerardo Higareda, 22, on parole violation, theft, criminal trespass charges. Jose Daniel Escobedo, 29, on burglary of habitation and theft. Jaime Escamilla,

We Are UNITED In The Fight Against Cancer

Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)-United Middle School’s PTC Organization led by president Yara Morris, coordinated a fundraiser for breast cancer awareness. The fundraiser consisted of selling pink “breast cancer themed” socks to the United Middle Students and the athletes in Volleyball and Football. They donated 40% of their profits to student Jaylen Garcia, battling osteosarcoma

CBP at Laredo Port of Entry Seizes $196K in Cocaine

Courtesy Mucia Dovalina, LAREDO, TEXAS – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Laredo Port of Entry recently seized a significant amount of cocaine valued at more than $196,000 during a routine vehicle examination. “Our frontline officers continue to maintain their vigilance and their resolute dedication to carrying out CBP’s border security mission day

United ISD Celebrates Down Syndrome Awareness Month

Courtesy Carmen Rendon, Laredo, Texas: United ISD held two special ceremonies to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month. October is designated as Down Syndrome Awareness Month, a chance to spread awareness.The ceremonies where held at Zaffirini Elementary and Nye Elementary with special guests from Laredo Down Syndrome Association and Laredo Down Moms. United ISD students from

TAMIU Celebrates Diwali Today

Courtesy Steve Harmon, (Laredo, Texas)-Students at Texas A&M International University will celebrate Diwali, an ancient Hindu festival celebrating the victory of good over evil, Thursday, Oct. 20 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom. Admission is free and open to the public.  Participants will learn about the meaning of Diwali at the

Man sentenced to 30 years for aggravated sexual assault of a child

Courtesy Yanira Deleon, (Laredo, Texas)-The Office of the District Attorney reports a guilty verdict for Fernando Cano-Garcia, 32, who was charged with Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child under 14 years of age for molesting his 11-year old niece. The case came to light on October 16, 2014 when the victim, Catalina, out cried to

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