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LPD patrol unit involved in accident near Downtown Laredo
The Laredo Police Department reported an accident involving a patrol unit near downtown Laredo in the Siete Viejo area.
Construction begins for new parking lot in Downtown Laredo
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A new parking lot is beginning construction in Downtown Laredo. The new parking lot is situated at the intersection of Zaragoza St. and Santa Ursula Ave., offering nine parking ...
Laredo’s Sister Cities Festival to feature new 5K run
Eddie Millan from the City of Laredo Parks and Recreation Department shared information about a fun new addition to the annual Sister Cities Festival: a 5K run.
Border Patrol releases video of Stryker battalion arriving in Laredo
The United States Border Patrol’s Laredo Sector has released its own footage showing the recent arrival of an Army Stryker ...
Myke’s Purpose to host 5k run or walk
The non-profit organization, Myke’s purpose, is hosting a 5k run or walk along with a health fair. They encourage people to participate in honor of any loved ones who may have passed away from drug ...
TAMIU Human Trafficking Center announces conference focused on helping healthcare workers identify victims
Texas A&M International University's Center for Countering Human Trafficking is hosting a healthcare-focused conference to equip healthcare professionals with innovative, community-based strategies to ...
Death investigation underway after apparent overdose in south Laredo, Laredo Police say
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The Laredo Police Department has launched a death investigation following an apparent overdose in south Laredo. According to officials, officers responded to a call in the 2900 ...
New traffic light installed at McPherson and Alta Vista
If you drive through McPherson Road as part of your daily routine, you’ll want to watch out for a new traffic light in the area.
DPS, Border Patrol tackle human smuggling with ‘Texas Hold’em’ initiative
DPS is collaborating with Border Patrol to combat human smuggling and send a clear message to those using tractor-trailers to ...
‘Together for Texas’ helps Kerr County flood victims
If you’re looking for more ways to help those affected by the historic flooding in Kerr County, our parent company, Gray Television, has partnered with Graham Media Group and The Salvation Army for ...
‘Boutique Trail’ proposed at Convention & Visitors Bureau committee meeting
The Convention & Visitors Bureau held a committee meeting on Thursday, July 3, to discuss ways to enhance tourism. One of the proposals is to create a boutique trail to highlight women-owned ...
New York Times bestselling author to host virtual talk at Laredo Public Library on Tuesday
The Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library will host an online author talk with Raúl the Third, author of the popular children’s book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Readers are encouraged to bring their drawing ...