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Saturday, March 15th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Roman Catholic Diocese of Laredo is planning a series of events to celebrate 25 years of service, starting with a pilgrimage on March 22 and ending with an anniversary mass on August 9. Bishop James Tamayo and event organizer Mercurio Martinez III said the celebrations will include processions, a luncheon, and a gala to mark the milestone. KGNS News
- ➤ Girl Scouts of Greater South Texas are celebrating National Girl Scout Week and recruiting girls from kindergarten through 12th grade at community events and school visits. Council members Lexi Fuentes and Luz Herrera spoke on the KGNS Today Show (this week) as the organization marks 113 years of empowering young girls. KGNS News
- ➤ Captain Anabelle Venegas, who moved from Hebbronville, became Laredo’s first female firefighter when she began duties in 1981 after a chance visit to a local fire station; she faced bias and difficult challenges during her 36-year career (retiring in 2012) and helped open doors for more women as six now serve and three are training at the fire academy as of 2025. KGNS News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Laredo Police are diverting traffic near Anna Ave. and Boston St. due to a grass fire—drivers should take alternate routes while Anna Ave. and Markley Ln. remain closed pending updates. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Laredo police, Texas Rangers and the Webb County DA indicted 42-year-old Sergio Mendez in connection to the 2016 murder of Janette Escamilla Jaramillo after DNA evidence linked him to the case — the victim's family now finds hope for justice. KGNS News
- ➤ Troopers chased a suspect linked to human smuggling on Wednesday afternoon, March 12, near U.S. 59 and Loop 20 after seeing him drop off suspected undocumented migrants at a gas station; he now faces charges of human smuggling, evading arrest, and reckless driving—DPS noted that such chases have become rare, falling from 38 in February 2024 to just four in February 2025. KGNS News
- ➤ An off-duty Laredo ISD Police officer was arrested on Thursday, March 13 for domestic violence when officers responded to a call at the 1200 block of Minutemen Dr—52-year-old Apolonio Zamora now faces charges for assault, family violence and impeding breath while being held at Webb County Jail. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Laredo Police Department held a press conference — with various agencies present — to explain limited details about an ongoing matter. Officials said more information will be shared as the review continues. KGNS News
- ➤ U.S. Senator Ted Cruz spoke with KGNS after meeting with Laredo officials on March 12 and discussed plans for a new 4/5 bridge, trade improvements and border security that could create thousands of jobs once construction begins—he added that changes in tariffs may help ease border crossings. KGNS News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ South Laredo’s Suga Show Basketball Team won 70—62 over OnScene in a tied game that stayed close through the second half. The team will face The Bad Boys on March 20 as they try to secure a top four seed in the City of Laredo Parks and Recreational A Division. LaredoBuzz
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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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Laredo Cares Spring Job Fair 2025
1-4 p.m. — Laredo College — Free entry — Connect with local employers and explore job opportunities at this spring job fair.
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That Mexican OT Live in Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Silverado's Night Club — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of That Mexican OT in Laredo's lively night scene.
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Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
11 AM – 2 PM — Main Event Laredo — Details not provided — Enjoy a delightful morning filled with food and festivities alongside the Easter Bunny.
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