Laredo
Today
Saturday, January 4th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The South Texas Food Bank is inviting volunteers for the Martin Luther King Jr. National Days of Service on January 15 and 16, with shifts available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 2121 Jefferson St. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo police made 359 traffic stops, issued 499 tickets, and arrested nine individuals for DWI enforcement over the holiday season with TxDOT funding. KGNS News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A multi-vehicle crash on Loop 20 near Sinatra Parkway in Laredo, Texas, resulted in the closure of all southbound lanes, with no injuries reported. KGNS News
- ➤ A four-vehicle collision on the northbound lane of I-35 in Laredo prompted police to close two right lanes and a ramp, expecting traffic delays. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ United ISD staff return to work on January 6 and students on January 7, while Laredo ISD resumes classes on January 13. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Judge David Eugenio Garcia has been sworn in as the new representative of the 406th District Court, succeeding retired Judge Oscar Hale, with a commitment to accountability, respect, and impartiality. KGNS News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Laredo Public Health Department encourages vaccination in response to a rise in influenza-like illnesses and RSV, supported by local surveillance data. KGNS News
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Beyond Graduation: Resource and Readiness Conference
The conference provides students the opportunity to complete essential applications and gain valuable soft skills while offering no-cost services for career readiness.
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PBR - Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour
The PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour features thrilling bull riding at Sames Auto Arena in Laredo, Texas.
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