Laredo
Today
Monday, May 12th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A traffic stop for expired tags on Highway 83 and 21st Avenue in Zapata County led to a drug bust last week—officers found over 5 grams of suspected methamphetamine on a passenger and over 4 grams on the driver—and both individuals, identified as Fernando Villarreal III and Krystal Verver, were taken to jail. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo police reported a shooting incident on Sunday night when a person was shot at a home on the 400 block of Potrero Court in the Mines Rd area— the victim was taken to a hospital and their condition remains unknown. KGNS News
- ➤ Texas DPS stopped a red Chevy pickup in Laredo on Thursday—using a police dog to search the truck—and troopers found 15 kilograms of cocaine worth about $400 thousand and arrested the driver on charges of drug delivery or manufacture. KGNS News
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Shop Local Initiative & Job Fair
12-3 p.m. — The Outlet Shoppes at Laredo — Free entry — Explore job opportunities and connect with local businesses at this community-focused job fair.
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Sabado de Baile Featuring Milla 22, La Calma, and La Autentica Sonora
6-9 p.m. — Las Palmas Food Trucks & Park — No entry fee — Dance the night away with lively performances from local artists.
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The Who's Final Goodbye Concert
3-7 p.m. — Sames Auto Arena — Tickets available — Experience the legendary British rock band perform their greatest hits as they bid farewell to North America.
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Doble De
9 PM – 3 AM — On the Rocks Tavern — Entry not specified — Experience the upbeat sounds of Doble De, a band that was formed to bring fun back to music.
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