Courtesy Gabriela Ceballos, Laredo, Texas — The City of Laredo, Council Member for District 7, Vanessa Perez, invite the community to a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration filled with festive activities and spooky fun for all ages. The event will take place on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Fasken

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, Texas – The City of Laredo announces the closure of all administrative offices in observance of Founders’ Day on Monday, October 12, 2026. All services will resume to the regular schedule on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. Certain operations and services will continue to be offered, as indicated below: Solid Waste Services

Courtesy Oscar Gomez, LAREDO, Texas — El Metro Transit System will operate regular fixed-route bus service and El Lift/Paratransit service on Monday, October 12, 2026, in observance of Founder’s Day. El Metro’s Administrative Office and Customer Service Office will be closed for the holiday. Riders should note the following service schedule: Fixed-Route Bus Service: Regular

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, Texas— Due to the forecast of severe thunderstorms, heavy rain, and possible flooding in the Laredo area, the City of Laredo Environmental & Solid Waste Department is asking residents to take precautions with their Willie Bote (green bin) and Billie Bote (blue bin) to help prevent damage, displacement, and blockage of

Courtesy Gabriela Ceballos, LAREDO, Texas – The City of Laredo and Council Member for District 7, Vanessa Perez, in collaboration with the Awareness Warriors Foundation, invite the community to participate in the Trail of Hope 5K Challenge: Remembering 17; Supporting the Many, taking place this Saturday, September 26 at Father McNaboe Park. Every day, an

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, Texas— The City of Laredo, Mayor Dr. Victor D. Treviño, and District 7 Council Member Vanessa Perez invite the community to attend an upcoming District 7 Town Hall Meeting focused on water infrastructure, ongoing improvements, and upcoming projects affecting District 7 on Thursday, September 24, starting at 6:00 p.m. The Town

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, Texas – The Laredo Coffee Fest celebrates the community’s vibrant coffee culture while offering residents and visitors an opportunity to discover local businesses, connect with the community, and experience Laredo as a welcoming binational destination. The 2nd Annual Laredo Coffee Fest will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 11:00

Courtesy Oscar Gomez, LAREDO, Texas – In response to increased ridership demand on Route 16, El Metro Transit System is launching a trial period featuring an additional morning bus to better serve passengers and Texas A&M International University students. Beginning September 17, 2026, through December 31, 2026, the regular Route 16 bus will depart at