Laredo
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Tuesday, May 12th, 2026
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Veterans of Foreign Wars will host a 5K run on May 23 at 8:00 a.m. at North Central Park to honor fallen service members; participants can register online or on-site and earn medals and trophies, with proceeds supporting local veteran programs. KGNS News
- ➤ On May 11, Laredo firefighters teamed with Animal Care Services to rescue a kitten from a tree, and the animal remained unharmed. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT begins paving work on Highway 359 east of Laredo today between Los Altos Drive and Milagro Road from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Drivers will face alternating lane closures through Thursday and are advised to allow extra travel time. KGNS News
- ➤ The Laredo Police Department held a tribute outside headquarters to honor seven fallen officers during National Police Week. Local, state, and federal officers gathered to support current law enforcement and remember the risks they face. KGNS News
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Heavy Metal Film Screening
9 PM – 11 PM — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Experience an adventure through time and dimensions in a classic drive-in setting under the Texas stars.
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The Karate Kid (1984)
9 PM — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a classic film under the Texas stars as you witness a legendary martial arts journey.
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Urban Cowboy Drive-In Movie Night
9 PM - 3 AM — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Experience the classic film 'Urban Cowboy' under the Texas stars with family and friends.
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Michael Salgado Live
9 PM-12 AM — Casa Blanca Event Center — Ticket info not provided — Get ready to vibe with Michael Salgado & La Cima bringing the heat and good times all night long!
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