Laredo
Today
Saturday, March 29th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Laredo firefighters held the Fill the Boot fundraiser on March 28 to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association and will collect donations on April 4 and April 11 at busy intersections— the funds will pay for care, support, and research for people with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and similar diseases. KGNS News
- ➤ The City of Laredo and Health Department are hosting a Disability Awareness event today—held at the Freddie Benavides Sports Complex on 2603 South Malinche Avenue—that includes a ceremony, a Down Syndrome Awareness Walk, and games, activities and prizes for families. The event follows World Down Syndrome Day and aims to raise awareness and promote inclusivity. KGNS News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 33-year-old man died—hit by a tractor-trailer at a business on Nicholas D. Hachar Road—when officers responded to an auto-pedestrian accident overnight and began investigating the scene. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jesus Hernandez-Gerrera (an undocumented migrant with prior removals) admitted to unlawful re-entry and human smuggling charges after he led a high-speed chase in his Ford Expedition that ended when he crashed into two vehicles on Santa Maria Ave. KGNS News
- ➤ A former Customs and Border Protection officer—Emanuel Isac Celdon—was sentenced to nearly 10 years in federal prison after pleading guilty in March last year to smuggling people through Bridge 2 and accepting cartel bribes that helped let what he believed was cocaine cross from Mexico, and he was fined almost $18,000. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, March 28, United South Middle School hosted a Career Day where students learned about different jobs. Speakers included Telemundo reporter Marissa Rodriguez Limon and law enforcement representatives (Border Patrol, Police, DPS) who explained each career. KGNS News
- ➤ At Harmony School of Excellence in Laredo, 17-year-old Sophia Garcia is preparing for college through the AHEC Mentorship Career Development Program that pairs high school students with community leaders. She said the guidance helped her set clear career goals in marketing and global sustainability — and she urged fellow students to seek mentorship before the program ends. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On March 28, over 260 Texas National Guard soldiers were deputized under Title 8 to arrest migrants at the border—more troops are expected to arrive in Laredo to train with Border Patrol agents. KGNS News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Seven people died by suicide in Laredo as of Friday, March 28, and the Suicide Prevention Committee has raised awareness by sharing support details like the 988 hotline. The group meets every last Friday at the corner of McPherson and Del Mar to offer guidance and report that (over 690 individuals have been picked up in emergencies) to get needed help. KGNS News
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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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Fuel America Travel Center Hiring Event
8 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Workforce Solutions for South Texas — Free entry — Explore career opportunities for various positions including cook and manager.
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That’s How We Roll! Bowling Event
12-3 p.m. — Jett Bowl North — Team registration $250 — Roll for a great cause while competing for prizes in a fun bowling tournament.
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