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Thursday, January 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Passengers and staff were evacuated from the Laredo International Airport due to a fire, with the situation still developing. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Michael Robert Moore, 47, is sought by Laredo and McAllen police for harassment, threatening to publish intimate material, and intimidation. KGNS News
- ➤ The Laredo Police Department seeks public assistance to identify a suspect in a December 2024 theft of a navy blue 2020 Chevrolet Silverado. KGNS News
- ➤ The Laredo Police Department is seeking public assistance to locate Rolando Flores, a suspect in a December 22, 2024, shooting, with a potential $1,000 reward for relevant tips. KGNS News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Karen Gaytan, a Laredo native, received an Emmy for producing the National Geographic series 'Science Fair: The Series', showcasing global young scientists at ISEF. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Webb County Tax Office has temporarily suspended motor vehicle transfer services on Wednesdays; other services remain unaffected. KGNS News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Laredo experiences a 52% reduction in drug-related deaths from 2023 to 2024, attributed to law enforcement cooperation and community education, with hopeful measures for the future. KGNS News
SHOP 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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Laredo Birding Festival
The Laredo Birding Festival showcases the region's rich avian diversity through guided birdwatching trips and experiences from February 5 to February 8, 2025.
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DEKA STRONG Challenge at Triumfit Training in Laredo, TX
Spartan DEKA STRONG offers a fitness challenge featuring 10 functional training zones with no running, taking place at Triumfit Training.
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