Courtesy Arturo Garcia, Laredo, Texas — In light of the severe winter storm, and the dangerous low temperatures expected, the City of Laredo has made the difficult decision to close city services temporarily for Tuesday, January 16. While the City understands the essential nature of these services, the priority is the safety and well-being of

Courtesy Oscar Gomez, LAREDO, Texas – El Metro Transit System announces the closure of all administrative offices in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, on Monday, January 15, 2024. All services will resume to regular schedule on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Certain operations and services will continue to be offered, as indicated below: El

Courtesy Isabel Sosa, LAREDO, Texas— The City of Laredo and Mayor Pro Tempore, Ruben Gutierrez, Jr., representing District 5, have partnered once again with Wreaths Across America to honor those who served and remember the fallen heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for this country. On Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 10:00 AM, Wreaths Across

Courtesy Noraida Negron, LAREDO, Texas— Navidadfest, an annual tradition, is coming back this year. A free holiday celebration at Sames Auto Arena that will take place on Wednesday, December 06, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The public will be treated to free ice skating (limited sessions), photos with Santa Claus (limited space), arts

Courtesy Andres Garcia, Laredo, Texas – Get ready as final details and preparations are ongoing for the third edition of the Holiday Market by Sister Cities scheduled for November 17-19, 2023 at The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo. Over 80 artisans from Mexico and Latin America will showcase authentic Mexican foods, clothing, jewelry, home décor, and

Courtesy Andres Garcia, Laredo, Texas —The City of Laredo is excited to announce the second Open House for the Del Mar Boulevard Zoning Overlay project. During the first Open House, held on April 14th, 2023, the community provided it’s feedback and project priorities. This input played a pivotal role in shaping the proposed recommendations for

Courtesy Noraida Negron, Laredo, Texas – It is with respect and honor that the City of Laredo will welcome POW/MIA Sergeant Cresenciano Garcia home at last after 73 years. According to the Department of Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) Army Sgt. Cresenciano Garcia, Jr., 22, of Laredo, Texas, died in the Korean War and was

Courtesy Andres Garcia, LAREDO, Texas – The City of Laredo announces the closure of all administrative offices in observance of Founder’s Day on Monday, October 9, 2023. All services will resume to regular schedule on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. Certain operations and services will continue to be offered, as indicated below: Solid Waste Services Regular