Laredo
Today
Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eddie Millan from the Parks and Recreation Department said the Sister Cities Festival will add its first 5K run on Sunday, July 13, at Sames Auto Arena beginning at 7 a.m. — the event will offer free T-shirts to the first 100 registrants and unique medals to all finishers, including a special race section for athletes with disabilities. KGNS News
- ➤ The South Texas Food Bank is helping flood victims in Kerr County by loading trailers with supplies—such as diapers, baby bottles, and bottled root beer—and partnering with the San Antonio Food Bank for relief efforts. The food bank has sent a full trailer load of 24 pallets and will deliver more support in the coming days. KGNS News
- ➤ Local nonprofit Myke’s Purpose will host a 5k run or walk in August to raise awareness about the dangers of drug use and will feature a health fair with informational booths and prizes. The event takes place at North Central Park (10202 International Blvd) on Saturday, August 2 at 8 a.m. KGNS News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Laredo Police Department reported that a patrol unit was involved in an accident near Downtown Laredo in the Siete Viejo area on July 8 (around 5:49 p.m.), and the officer involved is in stable condition. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Department of Public Safety and Border Patrol are using the Texas Hold’em initiative to combat human smuggling in Laredo—targeting tractor-trailers used for illegal crossings—and have revoked over 1,000 commercial driver’s licenses in the effort. KGNS News
- ➤ On July 8th, DPS and Border Patrol launched the Texas Hold'em initiative to tackle human smuggling along the border+the agencies teamed up in a coordinated effort to address illegal cross-border activity. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M International University’s Center for Countering Human Trafficking will host a healthcare conference on Tuesday, July 22, at the TAMIU Student Center Ballroom to help local providers learn strategies for identifying and responding to trafficking — the event features six sessions and a mixed-reality simulation with breakfast and lunch provided. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Border Patrol’s Laredo Sector released a video today that shows an Army Stryker battalion with about 100 soldiers and 10 vehicles—moving through town to help secure the border. The video shows the Department of Defense working with U.S. Customs and Border Protection—boosting security on the southern border. KGNS News
- ➤ Border Patrol released a video on July 8 that shows a Stryker battalion arriving in Laredo—officials have not provided further details. KGNS News
- ➤ Construction began today for a new parking lot at the intersection of Zaragoza St. and Santa Ursula Ave. in Downtown Laredo that will offer nine spaces including two designated for handicapped drivers to serve visitors to American Legion Post 59, Border Heritage Museum, and Webb County Heritage Foundation offices — county officials say it will be completed by the end of October. KGNS News
-
21st Annual Sister Cities Festival
11 AM – 8 PM — Sames Auto Arena — Free entry — Explore the vibrant cultures of Latin America and Mexico through 205 booths at this festive celebration.
-
21st Annual Sister Cities Festival
11 AM – 7 PM — Sames Auto Arena — Free entry — Celebrate Latin American culture with 205 booths and vibrant festivities at Laredo's Sister Cities Festival.
-
Myke's Purpose 5k Run & Health Fair
8 AM – 12 PM — North Central Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in a community-focused event promoting health and wellness through a fun 5K run and resource fair.
-
Downpour of Opportunities Job Fair
10 AM – 1 PM — Workforce Solutions for South Texas — Free entry — Connect with local employers seeking candidates in various roles.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.
~ Lao Tzu
About Laredo Today
Welcome to the Laredo Today, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Laredo, Texas community. If you like the Laredo Today, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Laredo.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Laredo and across Texas. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Laredo Today
A free Laredo community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://laredotodaynews.com/sitemap