Good morning, Laredo.

Roberto Davila, 36, said he did not fire a weapon during a standoff on July 17 at his home on Cortez St. in Laredo—he was charged with discharging a firearm, resisting arrest, and other counts after police used tasers and force during his arrest.

CBP officers at the World Trade Bridge seized over $500,000 worth of alleged cocaine on July 19 — they found 15 packages weighing nearly 40 pounds and arrested the truck driver as Homeland Security Investigations began a criminal probe.

Victor Hugo Salas, a 26-year-old man, was arrested on July 18 in South Laredo after a joint operation by the Webb County Sheriff’s Office & the DEA seized 38 plastic baggies with 19.5 grams of cocaine, about $1,500 in cash, and 0.5 ounces of marijuana.

Laredo celebrated its 21st International Sister Cities Festival at the Sames Auto Arena where thousands gathered over three days to enjoy cultural displays from Querétaro, Mexico and a Lele doll workshop with 107 registrants.

The festival also featured its first Sister Cities 5K Run with nearly 400 participants—award winners were Alan Anderson and Prissy Garcia Salinas—and added a new community event to the celebration.

Councilmember Dr. Tyler King asked the City Council to add water issues to the agenda after residents reported changes in taste and smell since late May — he said the water is safe while the council will review the matter with the public.

Today, the City of Laredo opened the fourth phase of the Springfield Expansion Project, which gives North Laredo drivers a new route to Loop 20 via Springfield Ave. The project costs about $765,000 from the Regional Mobility Authority Fund and connects San Isidro Pkwy—Bob Bullock Loop while plans are underway to extend the route south to International Blvd before year’s end.

Laredo Animal Care Services wrapped up its second drive-thru vaccination and microchip clinic on July 12 at its facility on Maher Avenue, where 132 dogs and 56 cats received rabies, DAPP, Bordetella, FVRCP and microchip services for $30+ The event quickly reached capacity with preregistration and provided vital preventive care to local pets.

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.

End of Summer Job Fair

9 AM – 12 PM — Workforce Solutions for South Texas — Free entry — Discover local job opportunities with various employers at this community-focused job fair.

San Benito vs. Alexander Football Game

5:30-7:30 p.m. — John B. Alexander High School — Free entry — Catch an exciting non-conference matchup between Alexander's JV football team and San Benito.