Courtesy Jennifer Gutierrez, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers at the World Trade Bridge intercepted narcotics totaling over $500,000 in street value. “Frontline officers at the World Trade Bridge demonstrated their commitment to the CBP mission by intercepting over a ton of marijuana over the weekend,” said Port

Courtesy Charlotte Laracy, Washington, DC– Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) released the following statement regarding his vote on the interim emergency funding package. “It is critical we continue to act swiftly as we combat the coronavirus crisis,” said Congressman Cuellar. “This legislation will provide the emergency resources that are desperately needed to protect the lives and

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)-A total of twenty-seven United ISD high school students earned the coveted 2019-20 award from the National Hispanic Recognition Program of the College Board. The program identifies academically outstanding Hispanic/Latino high school students. To be eligible for this award, students must meet the following requirements: ·      Take the PSAT/NMSQT in October of their

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-McAllen Public Library invites children, teens and adults to sign up for the 2020 Winter Reading Challenge. The program begins today Monday, January 20 and runs through Friday, February 28, 2020. Register as a family or individually. Aside from reaching Winter Reading Challenge goals, participants will get a cool gift from the library!

Courtesy Yanira Deleon, The District Attorney’s Office has secured a conviction against Guillermo Garay for exposing himself to a woman. On September 20, 2018, the Laredo Police Department Communication Division received a call from a woman to report a harassment. Upon arrival, the LPD officer met with the victim who stated that a Constable Deputy

Courtesy Maria Del Rocio Moore, (Laredo, Texas)-Alexander High School, in partnership with the U.S. Army, offered a workshop for Junior and Senior students to help them understand the dangers of distracted driving or under the influence of drugs and alcohol. The activity included practical tests to show students how difficult it can be to be

Courtesy Rafael Benavides, LAREDO, Texas – City of Laredo Co-Interim City Managers Rosario Cabello and Robert Eads announced Thursday the appointment of Heberto “Beto” Ramirez as Director of the Laredo Animal Care Services Department, and Ronald W. Miller as Director of the Fleet Management Department. Ramirez, originally from Laredo, has worked with the City of Laredo

Courtesy Rafael Benavides , LAREDO, Texas— There will a be temporary street closure on the north right hand side of the 3000 block of E. Del Mar Blvd. between Winfield Parkway and McPherson Road beginning on Monday, June 17 at 8:00 a.m. and ending on Friday, June 21, 2019, at 5:00 p.m. as Vector Utilities will be installing fiber optic cables

Courtesy Carmen Rendon, (Laredo, Texas)-Finley Elementary School held their annual winter program showcasing students from grades third through fifth. Students performed to Musical Play “Christmas at the OK Corral, and “A Rootin’ Tootin’ Holiday Musical For Young Voices,” by Teresa Jennings.  The audience applauded with delight as each age group performed holiday-themed songs, dances, and skits.  The winter

Courtesy Lauren Cavazos, (Laredo, Texas)- Diana Ramirez, a dyslexia teacher at Finley Elementary, was recently awarded a $2,000 grant from The Senator Judith Zaffirini Teachers’ College Student Loan Debt Grant.  Ms. Ramirez has worked for United ISD since 2001 and became a dyslexia teacher in 2012.  Ms. Ramirez, in her 19th year of teaching, holds a Master’s