Good morning, Laredo.

United ISD restored its Communities in Schools program at five campuses after the board approved a cost-saving plan on Aug.

12. The change cuts spending from $400,000 to $115,000 while maintaining support for at-risk students.

TAMIU Housing and Residence Life will welcome new students on Friday, Aug.

21 at both the Residential Learning Community & University Village as Move-In Day kicks off the fall semester preparations.

UISD has restored the Communities in Schools program at five campuses to provide extra support to students and link them with local community resources.

The district said the change will boost academic outcomes and strengthen educational ties.

Dry conditions have led officials to impose burn restrictions in Zapata and Duval counties today to lower wildfire risks.

Webb County remains exempt (orders are issued by local judges).

Laredo's Port notified commercial truck drivers of a trade tag policy change that starts Monday, Aug.

17 to allow trucks lacking tag credit to continue into Mexico without making a U-turn. Repeat infractions will incur fines from $500 to $2,000 plus potential account cancellation.

City officials responded to reports of bee stings at a Laredo park and are inspecting the area to ensure visitor safety; a city spokesperson advised residents to seek medical help if severe reactions occur.