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Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School students learn about future careers

Amparo Gutierrez Elementary School students learn about future careers

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By KGNS Staff
Students got a firsthand look at potential careers they could choose to take on in the not-so-distant future.

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Laredo City Council debates the use of district priority funds

Political contributions to be discussed during Laredo City Council

Updated: 12 hours ago
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By KGNS Staff
Dr. Trevino is asking that members refrain from accepting campaign contributions from groups such as political action committees, campaign committees, lobbyists, or donors that are connected with the city.

Local

Peter Hernandez and Marisol Munoz-Rodriguez

Family of Maria Munoz speak following Pellot’s trial

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Christian Del Rio
While Pellot is expected to spend the rest of his life behind bars, the Munoz Family is speaking out regarding the outcome of this long-awaited trial.

National

Remembering Selena on the 28th anniversary of her death

Remembering Selena on the 28th anniversary of her death

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By NBC
Selena Quintanilla-Perez was shot and killed by her fan club president Yolanda Saldivar at a Days Inn Hotel in Corpus Christi in 1995.

News

13 officers sworn into the Laredo Police Department

Updated: 13 hours ago
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By Alex Cano
Over a dozen cadets are now part of protecting and serving the Laredo community.

Local

CBP opens additional lanes at bridge two

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By KGNS Staff
Officials are advising the traveling public to prepare before traveling out of town.

Local

City of Laredo to hold concert at Tres Laredos Park

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By KGNS Staff
While this Saturday is April first; make no joke about it, the city will be hosting a free concert in the park event.

Local

LISD students shine bright during ‘Be a Star with School Breakfast Contest’

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Justin Reyes
Several elementary students got a chance to showcase their talents during LISD’s eighth annual ‘Be a Star with School Breakfast Singing Contest’.

Local

Pellot sentenced to life in prison; attorney says fight for his client continues

Updated: 14 hours ago
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By Christian Del Rio
The state’s district attorney, Isidro Alaniz said this will bring a sense of peace to Maria Munoz’s family; however, Roberto Balli beleives the fight for his client continues.

Local

550 Pizzeria named champion during International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By KGNS Staff
Laredo’s very own Janet Zapata of 550 Pizzeria is coming back home a winner after taking part in a pizza expo in Las Vegas.

Local

Women’s History Month: Recognizing a trailblazer in higher education

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Yocelin Gallardo
With social work being one of the fastest-growing careers in the U.S., one Laredo woman made sure her hometown could compete and bring up the next generation of social workers.

Local

City of Laredo raises awareness on national crisis hotline

Updated: 17 hours ago
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By KGNS Staff
If anyone feels like they need help, they can reach out to the national crisis hotline at 988.

Local

UISD student detained following threat on social media

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By KGNS Staff
A student is detained following a threat that was made on social media earlier this week.

Local

Joel Pellot sentenced to life in prison for murder of his wife

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 10:07 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
A man accused of killing his wife is found guilty and will spend the rest of his life behind bars.

Local

Labor rights icon Cesar Chavez to be honored with march

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 6:46 PM CDT
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By Omar Anzaldua
A civil rights activist and labor rights icon will be honored in Laredo with a special march scheduled for this weekend.

Local

United Way of Laredo celebrates 75 years of service

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 6:41 PM CDT
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By Ruby Villarreal
A Laredo organization that advocates for 23 Laredo non-profits is gearing up to celebrate 75 years of service.

Weather

Hotter Friday, Cloudier Saturday

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 6:33 PM CDT
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By Richard Berler
Thursday 7 Day Forecast

Local

Request filed to try teen accused of south Laredo shooting as an adult

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 6:30 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
The Webb County attorney handling the case of the teen accused of a shooting that ended with 14 individuals hurt is recommending he be tried as an adult.

Local

Anthony Gonzalez named KGNS Teacher of the Month

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 5:50 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
An unsuspecting teacher at Raul Perales Middle School got a huge surprise.

Local

UISD hosts spring event for young athletes

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 5:48 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
480 students from each of UISD’s elementary schools took part in the Young Athletes program from Texas Special Olympics.

Local

Doctors Hospital of Laredo celebrates National Doctor’s Day

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 5:45 PM CDT
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By Roger Uvalle
Doctors Hospital of Laredo took the time to honor its physicians on National Doctor's Day.

Local

Laredo priest calls faithful to pray for Pope Francis’s recovery

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 5:28 PM CDT
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By Alex Cano
The Catholic community has gathered in prayer for Pope Francis’s health.

Local

Sentencing requests for Joel Pellot after guilty verdict

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 3:18 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
The sentencing is taking place in the 406th District Court.

Local

Women’s History Month: The power of perseverance

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 1:15 PM CDT
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By Yocelin Gallardo
Veronica Orduño is an advocate for autism awareness. The love for her son has grown into a mission that others can now benefit from and share with others.

Local

Jury finds Joel Pellot guilty of the murder of his wife

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 12:18 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
After less than two hours of deliberation, a jury has found Joel Pellot guilty of the death of his wife Maria Munoz.

Local

Laredo police looking for suspected thieves

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 11:57 AM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
The Laredo Police Department is hoping community members can help find two people connected with theft of property case.

Local

Tribe in Texas raises awareness about building up a border wall

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 11:24 AM CDT
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By Christian Del Rio
As some of the local non-profits try to pull the brakes on building a border wall in Laredo’s riverbanks, more groups like one tribe in Texas are ready to provide a helping hand.

Local

Accident reported on Highway 359

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 10:59 AM CDT
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By Alex Cano
An accident is reported eastbound on Highway 359 Thursday morning, March 30.

Local

Local group to celebrate International Day

Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 8:46 AM CDT
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By Ruben Villarreal
Newcomers & Friends of Laredo will celebrate International Day at The Imaginarium

Local

UISD continues to see students bring vape pens to school

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 6:38 PM CDT
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By Cecilia Treviño
According to UISD, although the number of cases has decreased, they are still seeing students being in possession of devices such as e-cigarettes and vape pens.

Local

Laredo flea market hosting festival this weekend

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 6:32 PM CDT
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By Ruby Villarreal
Organizers with the flea market are gearing up for a festival this weekend.

Weather

Much Warmer Weather Returning

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 6:31 PM CDT
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By Richard Berler
Wednesday 7 Day Forecast

Local

LISD offers free evaluations for students who may have a disability

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 6:30 PM CDT
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By Cecilia Treviño
The Laredo Independent School District wants you to know about a new service available for your children.

Local

23 students recognized as 8th graders of the month

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 5:08 PM CDT
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By Alex Cano
A handful of hardworking students got much-deserved recognition.

Local

Ruthe B. Cowl Rehab Center receives gate and safety robotic technology

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 4:45 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
A local rehab center received some state of the art equipment that will go a long way in helping patients.

Local

Co-founder of Rio Grande International Study Center passes away at 87

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 4:37 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
The Laredo community is mourning the loss of an environmental pillar who helped preserve the eco-system and inspired others to do the same.

Local

Webb County Jail inmates paint Easter eggs for community

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 4:14 PM CDT
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By Roger Uvalle
Inmates at the Webb County Jail are taking part in a special activity that not only maintains or improves their overall well-being but also gives back to the community.

Local

LISD officer laid to rest after fatal motorcycle accident

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 11:27 AM CDT
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By Cecilia Treviño
A finale farewell for a Laredoan as the community came together to say goodbye to a veteran and police officer.

Local

Pellot murder trial Day 8: Pellot’s mother takes the stand

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 11:07 AM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
After another long day of testimony, the murder trial for the man accused of killing his wife continued for an eighth day.

Local

Laredo College offers beginner’s courses for Microsoft programs

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 10:59 AM CDT
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By Ruby Villarreal
Laredo College is offering courses for anyone interested in learning computer basics to Microsoft programs.

Local

Motion hearing underway for former Border Patrol agent accused of killing woman and child

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 10:44 AM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
According to the Webb County docket, some of the motions include having the state referring to the case as a “Death penalty case".

Local

Women’s History Month: Leading the way in empowering veterans

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 10:08 AM CDT
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By Yocelin Gallardo
Gigi Garza of Volunteers Serving the Need, started with only two bags of clothing, and now after 13 years, her concept has grown and has helped hundreds of veterans in the process.

Local

Free concert in the park to feature cumbias

Updated: Mar. 29, 2023 at 9:12 AM CDT
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By Ruben Villarreal
The latest edition of the City of Laredo’s Concerts in the Park series will feature cumbia music

Local

Accident reported on Loop 20 near Jacaman Rd.

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 6:51 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
The Laredo Police Department is reporting an accident on Loop 20 near Jacaman Road.

Weather

Cool Weather Through Wednesday, Then Warmer

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 6:32 PM CDT
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By Richard Berler
Tuesday 7 Day Forecast

Local

Laredo celebrates the careers of the recently retired

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 6:23 PM CDT
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By Omar Anzaldua
City officials got together on Tuesday, March 28, to recognize the careers of the recently retired and those nearing retirement.

Local

New Tesla factory to bring economic and traffic increase to Laredo

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 6:22 PM CDT
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By Cecilia Treviño
Tesla is set to install the sixth gigafactory in the world in Santa Catarina, Nuevo Leon, Mexico.

Local

CBP prepares for Easter holiday traffic influx

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 5:54 PM CDT
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By Alex Cano
The Easter festivities may be a week away, but bridge officers are getting ready for the anticipated influx in traffic.

Local

Laredo Fire Department reminds people to drive safely during bad weather

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 5:33 PM CDT
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By Roger Uvalle
Yesterday, the Laredo Fire Department was closely watching a storm system west of Laredo.

Local

Pellot murder trial Day 7: state rests, defense to start tomorrow

Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 3:44 PM CDT
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By KGNS Staff
The murder trial for the man accused of killing his wife entered its seventh day on Tuesday, March 28, at the 406th District Court.
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