Good morning, Laredo.

Texas officials confirm four active screwworm cases in sheep across Val Verde, Terrell, and Brewster while urging ranchers to monitor livestock and report unusual wounds — plans include releasing millions of sterile flies to curb further spread.

Laredo school districts are reporting higher vaccine exemptions as they apply new state guidelines to revise school health policies and safeguard students and staff.

The CDC reports that over 4% of kindergartners have non-medical vaccine exemptions, and Laredo school districts say they follow state guidelines.

LISD superintendent Guillermo Pro said his district will adopt any new state rules—ensuring parents make their own vaccine choices.

Border Region Community Health Center—focused on reducing stigma—will host a candlelight vigil at Jovita Idar Park on Thomas Avenue on Sept.

10 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Experts will share suicide prevention resources while the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline remains available 24/7.

Tecolotes pioneer Don Cuauhtémoc Rodríguez Meza (Chito) died at 90 today; he pitched for the team in the 1950s and later built a front office legacy that led to championship wins in 1977 and 1989 and helped the club bridge the two cities.