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Local

District 4 Bulky Item Pickup

Laredo’s solid waste department to collect bulky items in District 4

Updated: 42 minutes ago
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By Bianka Martinez
Laredo’s solid waste department to collect bulky items in District 4

Election Guide

Webb County voting Numbers

Over 26,000 vote in first week of early voting in Webb County

Updated: 1 hour ago
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By Omar Anzaldua
Over 26,000 vote in first week of early voting in Webb County

Traffic

TRAFFIC ALERT

Two-vehicle crash reported at San Eduardo Ave. and Sanchez St.

Updated: 1 hour ago
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By Ellie Bednarz
Two-vehicle crash reported at San Eduardo Ave. and Sanchez St.

Local

James Talarico in Laredo

Hundreds turn out to hear Senate candidate Talarico in Laredo

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Kobe Arriaga
Hundreds turn out to hear Senate candidate Talarico in Laredo

Breaking News

Zapata Woman Stabbed

Zapata stabbing leaves woman critical, man in custody

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Ellie Bednarz and Kobe Arriaga
Zapata stabbing leaves woman critical, man in custody

Weather

Sunday 7 Day Forecast

Warm, Best Shower Chance is on Thursday

Updated: 19 hours ago
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By Richard Berler
Sunday 7 Day Forecast

Beyond the Headlines

Former City Councilmember Gene Belmares and Webb County judge-elect Jerry Garza reflect on the...

Sometimes, it’s complicated: Inside the relationship status between the City of Laredo and Webb County over the years

Updated: Oct. 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM CDT
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By Ariel Gomez
On-again, off-again. When City Hall meets the county courthouse, things can get complicated. A look at how common ground has given way to a complicated history between the City of Laredo and Webb County, and what it will take to move the relationship forward.

News

Fentanyl Sentencing

Man sentenced to 21 years for supplying fentanyl in deadly Laredo hotel case

Updated: Oct. 24, 2026 at 10:41 PM CDT
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By Yocelin Gallardo
Rene Antonio Melendez, 34, was sentenced to 21 years in federal prison for supplying the fentanyl that killed a man in March 2023.

Local

Annual DEA Take Back 2026

DEA hosts National ‘Take Back Day’

Updated: Oct. 24, 2026 at 10:26 PM CDT
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By Yocelin Gallardo
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) holds biannual Drug Take Back days nationwide, usually in April and October.

Local

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Chevy Malibu hits another car in Laredo; 2 taken to hospital, 4 detained

Updated: Oct. 24, 2026 at 9:47 PM CDT
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By Yocelin Gallardo
Border Patrol says a few of the people involved jumped out and ran after the crash.
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House Fire Reported on Frost

House fire breaks out near Frost and Stone

Updated: Oct. 24, 2026 at 9:42 PM CDT
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By Ruby Villarreal
A fire broke out at a two-story home near Frost and Stone Saturday, October24, according to the Laredo Fire Department.

Traffic

2 crashes block lanes at Laredo intersections

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 5:58 PM CDT
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By Juan Puente
Police responded to two crashes that blocked lanes in both directions at one intersection and partially blocked lanes at another.

Arrests

Laredo man arrested in invasive recording investigation

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 5:26 PM CDT
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By Juan Puente
Police arrested a 40-year-old hospital employee after investigating a report that he secretly recorded someone.

Politics

Webb County early voting turnout up 20%, official says

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 5:16 PM CDT
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By Ariel Gomez
The first week of early voting is wrapping up, with some trends beginning to emerge.

Politics

Paxton campaigns in Laredo ahead of midterm elections

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 5:15 PM CDT
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By Luis Enrique Vela
Attorney General Ken Paxton hosted a get-out-the-vote event at Palenque Grill on San Bernardo Ave and I-35 on Oct. 23.

Local

Laredo veteran’s painting selected for statewide disability awareness poster

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 4:44 PM CDT
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By Luis Enrique Vela
A Laredo Navy veteran’s painting has been selected to represent Texas statewide after he said art helped him manage his PTSD.

Local

Webb County Attorney’s Office warns of rise in minors found with firearms

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM CDT
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By Ruby Villarreal
The Webb County Attorney’s Office says it is seeing a growing number of cases involving minors found with firearms.

Traffic

Accident closes southbound lane at McPherson, International

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM CDT
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By Juan Puente
An accident closed one southbound lane at McPherson Road and International Boulevard.

Local

Laredoan’s homemade costume leads to meeting with MrBeast

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 3:48 PM CDT
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By Elena Stoica
A homemade Halloween costume built last year sent a Laredo family on a trip to North Carolina to meet YouTuber James Donaldson, known as MrBeast.

Local

Agencies collaborate on DoubleTree Hotel fire investigation

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 2:33 PM CDT
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By Juan Puente
Several agencies are working together to investigate the fire at the DoubleTree Hotel.

Local

DEA Take Back Day offers drug disposal sites in Laredo

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 12:17 PM CDT
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By A.J. Juarez
The DEA is hosting its National Take Back Day, giving residents a safe way to dispose of old or unused medication.

Arrests

Laredo man charged after throwing rocks at cars, officer

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 12:14 PM CDT
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By A.J. Juarez and Bianka Martinez
A Laredo man is facing a felony charge after police said he threw dirt and rocks at passing cars and a police officer.

Halloween

El Metro hosts 5th annual Trunk or Treat Fest Friday

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 11:37 AM CDT
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By Bianka Martinez
El Metro is holding its 5th annual Trunk or Treat Fest on Friday, Oct. 23.

Politics

Webb County early voting totals climb past 17,000

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 11:31 AM CDT
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By Bianka Martinez and Omar Anzaldua
The first week of early voting in Texas is nearing its end.

Morning Show

Gateway Community Health Center to host breast cancer awareness talk

Updated: Oct. 23, 2026 at 11:13 AM CDT
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By Mindy Casso and Juan Puente
Gateway Community Health Center is launching a talk on breast cancer awareness, prevention and screening, according to David Vasquez from the center.

News

19-year-old arrested in drive-by shooting that wounded 2 Laredo teens

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 10:31 PM CDT
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By Kobe Arriaga and Marissa Rodríguez Limón
Laredo police arrested 19-year-old Omar Mariscal Hinojosa within hours after a drive-by shooting outside a south Laredo store left two teenagers wounded.

Election Guide

District 1 council seat among 4 up for election in Laredo

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 9:27 PM CDT
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By Luis Enrique Vela
District 1 voters will decide who represents South Laredo on the Laredo City Council for the next four years, with incumbent Gilbert Gonzalez seeking another term.

Election Guide

Laredo mayoral candidates outline plans for first 100 days

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 7:53 PM CDT
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By Michelle James Thorpe
Five names are on the ballot for Laredo mayor, in a race drawing close attention this cycle.

Weather

Thursday 7 Day Forecast

Clearing Skies Friday

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 6:31 PM CDT
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By Richard Berler
Thursday 7 Day Forecast

News

No timeline for Laredo DoubleTree guests to reclaim belongings after fire

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 6:27 PM CDT
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By Elena Stoica
Laredo DoubleTree guests still have no timeline for getting their belongings back after the fire.

Local

Man dies after five-vehicle crash in south Laredo

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 5:55 PM CDT
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By Omar Anzaldua
A 61-year-old man has died after a multi-vehicle crash in south Laredo.

Teacher of the Month

Borcher’s Elementary music teacher named Teacher of the Month

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 5:52 PM CDT
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By Mindy Casso
A Borcher’s Elementary music teacher has been named Teacher of the Month for October.

Local

Mayor confirms ATF agents in Laredo to assist with DoubleTree hotel investigation

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 5:51 PM CDT
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By Elena Stoica
Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino confirmed ATF agents are in Laredo to assess damage at the site.

News

UISD police investigating after teen hit by car outside campus

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 5:51 PM CDT
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By Ruby Villarreal
A United High School student was taken to a hospital after being hit by a car near the school’s entrance.

Community

Laredo police bring music, anti-crime lessons to UISD students

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 3:46 PM CDT
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By Ariel Gomez
The Laredo Police Department brought music and lessons on making smart choices to United ISD students, with help from McGruff the Crime Dog.

Local

Laredo officials say children's hospital is needed, but path forward unclear

Laredo officials say children’s hospital is needed, but path forward unclear

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 3:33 PM CDT
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By Emma Galle
Laredo officials say a children’s hospital is needed, but getting there won’t be easy.

News

Laredo Medical Center hosts Frontline Family Fest to honor first responders

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 3:24 PM CDT
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By A.J. Juarez
Laredo Medical Center will host Laredo’s Frontline Family Fest this Saturday, a free community safety fair honoring first responders ahead of National First Responders Day.

Arrests

2 teens shot outside South Laredo store, suspect arrested

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 3:05 PM CDT
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By A.J. Juarez
A suspect police say is responsible for shooting two teenagers outside a South Laredo store is in custody.

Halloween

Laredo firefighters to host Halloween event

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 2:42 PM CDT
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By A.J. Juarez
Laredo families can get into the Halloween spirit with help from local firefighters.

Breaking News

18-year-old driver dies after Shiloh crash

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 12:47 PM CDT
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By Ellie Bednarz
18-year-old driver dies after Shiloh crash

Morning Show

UISD to host special education job fair

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 12:16 PM CDT
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By A.J. Juarez and Juan Puente
United ISD is hosting a special education job fair.

Local

Laredo Parade of Homes

Laredo Builders Association gears up for its 29th annual Parade of Homes

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 12:12 PM CDT
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By Ellie Bednarz
Laredo Builders Association gears up for its 29th annual Parade of Homes

Local

Water main repair underway on E. Lyon Street

Updated: Oct. 22, 2026 at 10:47 AM CDT
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By Juan Puente
The City of Laredo Utilities Department is repairing a water main at E. Lyon St.

Election Guide

Webb County reports day 3 early voting totals for November general election

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 11:09 PM CDT
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By Omar Anzaldua and Angie Bravo
The Webb County Elections Administration released updated early voting totals on Oct. 21, showing 13,723 ballots cast through the third day of early voting for the Nov. 3 joint general election.

News

TAMIU students offer free health screenings in Laredo

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 9:20 PM CDT
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By Michelle James Thorpe
Texas A&M International University students are offering free health screenings to the public for the first time at the university’s Clinical Health Sciences Center.

News

Webb County tax assessor opposes possible move to Casa Blanca Ballroom

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 8:58 PM CDT
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By Emma Galle
Webb County now owns the Casa Blanca Ballroom on Highway 59. Tax Assessor-Collector Patricia Barrera fears her office will be relocated there.

News

Laredo police report 2 injured in South New York shooting

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 8:56 PM CDT
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By Angie Bravo
Two men were shot on South New York in Laredo, according to a preliminary update from the Laredo Police Department on Oct. 21.

News

At least 1 injured in Laredo shooting, police say

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 6:39 PM CDT
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By Angie Bravo
Laredo police responded to a reported shooting near New York and Tinaja on Oct. 21.

Weather

Wednesday 7 Day Forecast

Cloudy, Scattered Shower Possible Thursday

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 6:29 PM CDT
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By Richard Berler
Wednesday 7 Day Forecast

Arrests

Laredo man arrested for DWI with 4-year-old in car after crash, police say

Updated: Oct. 21, 2026 at 5:28 PM CDT
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By Ruby Villarreal
A 38-year-old man was arrested on charges including driving while intoxicated with a child passenger after a crash at East Gustavus Street and Tilden Avenue on Oct. 16, according to Laredo police.
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