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Woman stabbed in south Laredo

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By KGNS Staff
A woman is injured following a stabbing in south Laredo.

Breaking News

Laredo Police launch death investigation after woman found with injuries ‘Consistent with...

Laredo Police launch death investigation after woman found with injuries ‘Consistent with exiting a moving car’

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By KGNS Staff
Laredo Police have launched a death investigation after a woman was found with severe injuries in south Laredo early Saturday morning.

Local

Rio Grande International Study Center invites community to annual mixer

Rio Grande International Study Center invites community to annual mixer

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 6:17 PM CDT
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By Christian Del Rio
A non-profit organization is inviting the community to learn more about its mission to preserve our ecosystem.

Local

Joshua Llamas an LBJ teacher and Gabriela Vasquez de Lara, a fifth-grade teacher at Fasken...

UISD and Powell Watson Motors reward Teachers of the Year

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:46 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
A couple of well-deserving UISD educators will be rolling around town in a vehicle of their choice throughout the year!

Local

Texas bill would let prosecutors pursue murder charges in some fentanyl deaths

Texas bill would let prosecutors pursue murder charges in some fentanyl deaths

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:36 PM CDT
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By Christian Del Rio
While the City of Laredo continues to feel the effects of the fentanyl crisis, Texas lawmakers are looking to pass a bill that would create harsher penalties for those caught producing and distributing fentanyl.

Local

Last concert in the park taking place this Saturday!

Last concert in the park taking place this Saturday!

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:14 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
The event was initially scheduled two weeks ago; however, Mother Nature had other plans.

Local

City of Laredo unveils new mural at Father McNaboe Park

City of Laredo unveils new mural at Father McNaboe Park

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:05 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
The new mural at Father McNaboe Park pays tribute to Laredo’s reputation as the birdiest corridor in North America.

Local

City of Laredo discusses 30-million dollar bond proposal for several projects

City of Laredo discusses 30-million dollar bond proposal for several projects

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:48 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
During this week’s special city council meeting, members discussed the potential bonds that would target projects involving upgrades to the solid waste department, as well as public transportation.

Local

Woman charged with DUI after crashing into police patrol car

Woman charged with DUI after crashing into police patrol car

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:31 PM CDT
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By Roger Uvalle
It was a heart-stopping moment for a Laredo Airport Police Officer and her K-9 after their unit was rear-ended while assisting during a traffic stop.

Local

Mexican Officials say Bridge One was closed due to issues with Russian migrants

Mexican Officials say Bridge One was closed due to issues with Russian migrants

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:17 PM CDT
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By Alex Cano
U.S. Customs and Border Protection had said the bridge was closed for a drill; however, Nuevo Laredo officials are reporting otherwise.

Mexico News

Mexican authorities find 45 bags of human remains in suburb of Guadalajara

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:06 PM CDT
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By CNN
The office investigating the deaths said it has preliminary information that the body parts matched the physical characteristics of some of the missing employees of the call center.

Local

LRD The Company to hold Women in Music Summer Dance & Music Festival

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 3:57 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
A Laredo group is showcasing some of its dance moves this Saturday, and they are inviting the community to join in on the fun.

Local

Cigarroa High School Band to hold 5K Run

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:23 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
The Cigarroa High School Band is inviting the community to get active during its 5K Fun Run and Walk this Saturday.

KGNS On Your Side

KGNS On Your Side: Records reveal how much money was spent on councilmember events

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 11:39 AM CDT
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By Mindy Casso
In an open records request, KGNS went back five years to see just how much money councilmembers were spending on special events.

National

Leave work early on National Leave the Office Early Day!

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 10:48 AM CDT
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By CNN
If you ever needed a reason to get out of work early, here is your chance!

Local

Laredo Bridge temporarily closed Thursday evening for a drill

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 6:53 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
Surveillance video from the Gateway to the Americas Bridge shows officers closing off the bridge and pedestrians waiting to cross.

Weather

Slight Shower Chance This Weekend

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 6:28 PM CDT
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By Richard Berler
Thursday 7 Day Forecast

State

TEA takes over Houston I.S.D.

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 6:06 PM CDT
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By CNN
The Texas Tribune reports the high school received a failing accountability grade from the agency for five years in a row.

Local

Jury selection near completion for former Border Patrol agent accused of killing woman and child

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 5:35 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
The trial for Ronald Anthony Burgos Aviles is set to start on June 26 and it is estimated to be about three to four weeks long.

Local

New van for the Ladrillito Community Center

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 5:21 PM CDT
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By Omar Anzaldua
The Ladrillito Community Center has a new van.

Local

Laredo Airport unveils additional Dallas flights, larger aircraft

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 5:05 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
Laredo passengers are getting major upgrades when they book their tickets to Dallas.

Local

Ricardo Javier Lopez named Laredo Officer of the Year

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 4:54 PM CDT
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By Ruby Villarreal
After two years of service with the Laredo Police Department, an officer is getting recognized for going above and beyond.

Local

Laredo Police searching for man accused of theft

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 4:03 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
Authorities need your help locating a man accused of theft of property.

Local

Laredo Health Dept. takes ‘Inclusive provider and stakeholder’ pledge

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 4:02 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
Businesses who successfully take the pledge with the health department will receive a certificate that they will be able to display.

Local

CBP officers arrest homicide fugitive at Laredo Bridge

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 3:38 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
A man on the run for a murder case out of Dallas County is caught several months later in Webb County.

Local

Man taken to hospital after motorcycle accident on I-35

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 3:25 PM CDT
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By Ruby Villarreal
A man was taken to the hospital after an accident involving a motorcycle.

Local

Mother continues to seek answers 10 months after her son died in Laredo

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 11:12 AM CDT
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By Cecilia Trevino
It has been ten months since this happened to Pedro Meza, now his mother is opening up about her son’s passing as well as what authorities have been able to say about handing over his remains.

Local

Man arrested for alleged human smuggling attempt

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 10:11 AM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
A 20-year-old man is arrested for his alleged role in a human smuggling attempt.

Weather

A Little Hotter, Slight Weekend Shower Chance

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 6:28 PM CDT
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By Richard Berler
Wednesday 7 Day Forecast

Local

Accident reported on Seymour Avenue

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 6:11 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
Authorities are responding to a multiple vehicle accident in central Laredo.

Local

UISD Aquatics Division to hold swimming and diving camps

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 5:56 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
With summer vacation officially underway, a local school district is continuing to teach students the way of the water during a series of upcoming camps and classes.

Local

Laredo Police Department announces registration dates for entrance exam

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 5:41 PM CDT
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By Ariel Gomez
Do you believe you have what it takes to become a member of the police department?

Local

Congressman Cuellar confident that deal will pass despite changes

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 5:20 PM CDT
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By Alex Cano
Cuellar said members of the far right wanted to cut 130 billion dollars while the far left was opposed to the work requirement changes.

Local

Registration underway for Laredo College Literacy Symposium

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 4:59 PM CDT
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By Roger Uvalle
The event is offered free of charge to educators, volunteer tutors, ESL teachers, as well as library and nonprofit professionals who work in the field of adult and family literacy.

Local

City council approves salary increases for Laredo Fire Department

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 4:43 PM CDT
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By Cecilia Treviño
After nearly a year of back-and-forth discussions between the City of Laredo and the Firefighters Association, both parties have finally come to a resolution.

Local

Milton Elementary Students hit the computers this summer

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 4:22 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
While the majority of Laredo-area students are out of school for the summer, some are continuing their education inside the classroom.

State

John Scott appointed as short-term interim Texas Attorney General

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 3:57 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
Scott is an attorney from Fort Worth with over 34 years of experience.

Local

Laredo City Council tables road project pending language from Border Patrol

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 3:48 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
As per the city’s request, City Manager Joseph Neeb said the agency will conduct the studies they are required to do so that it doesn’t affect our environment.

Local

Laredo Police need help identifying men accused of theft

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 12:15 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
Authorities need your help identifying two men accused of stealing from a local retail store.

Local

Pedestrian hit by vehicle in north Laredo, police say

Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 11:36 AM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
Laredo Police are investigating an accident where a person was allegedly hit by a vehicle in north Laredo.

Local

I-69/Loop 20 ramp to World Trade Bridge will remain closed

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 6:42 PM CDT
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By Cecilia Treviño
The Texas Department of Transportation wanted to monitor traffic levels while the ramp was closed.

Weather

Mostly Sunny Hotter Weather

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 6:28 PM CDT
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By Richard Berler
Tuesday 7 Day Forecast

Local

L.I.F.E. Fair organizes ‘rummage sale’ to raise funds

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 5:55 PM CDT
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By Roger Uvalle
In about two weeks, the L.I.F.E. fair will hold a rummage sale at the Webb County Fairgrounds Pavilion.

Local

Laredo nutritionist on keeping your kids health during summer vacations

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 5:48 PM CDT
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By Christian Del Rio
School’s out for summer, and with students taking a break, health officials say it’s important to stay active.

Local

State Rep. Richard Pena-Raymond on Texas AG’s impeachment

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 5:46 PM CDT
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By Christian Del Rio
State Representative Richard Pena-Raymond said that permanently removing Paxton from office and barring him from holding future elected office in Texas would require the support of two-thirds of senators.

Local

Jury selection pushed back for man accused of killing woman, unborn child

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 5:17 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
A court hearing on possible witnesses or potential evidence that could be shown in the murder trial of the man accused of killing a woman and her unborn child.

Local

Number of overdose deaths in Laredo increasing at an alarming rate

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 3:49 PM CDT
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By Cecilia Treviño
The Laredo Police Department confirmed the city is past the number of overdose cases seen at this time last year.

Local

Webb County Sheriff’s Office investigating man’s death

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 3:32 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
The Webb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a man who was found on ranchland near Highway 83 North.

State

DPS trooper hospitalized following crash on Texas highway

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 2:04 PM CDT
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By NBC News
A Chambers County Sheriff’s Deputy was airlifted to a hospital after he was involved in a major crash caused by a speeding van on I-10.

Local

UISD to hold job fair this Thursday

Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 1:12 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
While students and teachers are out for the summer, a local school district is already thinking about recruiting staff for next year.
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