Tuesday, March 4th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ El Cenizo and Rio Bravo communities are under a boil water notice after a major water line break, with authorities working to restore normalcy and ensure safety. KGNS News
- ➤ Ash Wednesday masses will be hosted in both English and Spanish across multiple churches in the Laredo area on March 5, 2025. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Laredo Police Department seeks the public's help in locating Ricardo Junior Ercia, wanted for aggravated robbery, burglary, and assault. KGNS News
- ➤ A 44-year-old man from Kansas was sentenced to over 12 years in prison for distributing child pornography via a public chatroom on the app 'Kik'. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo Sector Border Patrol and Laredo Police arrested Nelson Paz-Rodriguez, a 37-year-old from Honduras, who was wanted by INTERPOL and considered high risk for violence. KGNS News
- ➤ A vehicle was struck by a bullet in South Laredo, with no arrests made yet as the incident is still under investigation. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo Police are investigating an incident where shots were fired at a party in the Cuatro Vientos Subdivision, with no injuries or damages reported. KGNS News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Humberto Gonzalez, a retired educator and county judge from Laredo, has written a book about Los Rondels, Laredo's first Tejano band, highlighting their journey from high school to becoming iconic musicians. KGNS News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service issues a Red Flag Warning for Webb County, advising against outdoor burning due to high winds, low humidity, and elevated temperatures increasing fire danger. KGNS News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Victor Trevino Jr. from Laredo has completed six of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, a prestigious global event, and is set to participate in his seventh major marathon in Sydney. KGNS News
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Mick Cruz Live Acoustic Country Performance
Experience a live acoustic performance by Mick Cruz, a country singer-songwriter known for blending traditional country sounds with rock influences.
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Building Futures Together Job Fair
This job fair at the Fernando A Salinas Community Center aims to connect job seekers with employers in Laredo and surrounding areas.
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Mini KISS Live Performance in Laredo, TX
Experience a high-energy concert from the world-famous Mini KISS, known for their electrifying performances and Guinness World Record status, at Average Joes in Laredo.
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2nd Annual LAP's 5K Run & Walk
This event features a fun 5K run and walk with various age categories and awards for top finishers.
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Los Dos de Tamaulipas Concert
8 PM – 12 AM | Casablanca Ballroom | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy a night of vibrant music from Los Dos de Tamaulipas in the heart of Laredo.
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Jorge Medina Concert
7-10:30 p.m. | Sames Auto Arena | Ticket prices vary | Experience a vibrant mix of banda and música mexicana with Jorge Medina as part of the Luis Angel El Flaco tour.
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