Good morning, Laredo.

A Webb County volunteer was honored yesterday for his work advocating for foster children—his recognition highlights a strong commitment to improving the lives of children in care.

A week after a fatal shooting on the 100 block of West Clark Street that took Roy Villarreal’s life on Aug.

16, Laredo Police said they are still searching for suspect Victor Manuel Valadez—connected to the city's seventh homicide this year—and ask anyone with information to call anonymously.

Laredo mayor said crime in the city has dropped — officials note that improved police work with local groups helped lower numbers — and that efforts will continue to keep the community safe.

Father Alan Sanchez, who served for nine years at the Diocese of Laredo, was forced to return to Monterrey because his work visa expired and he was removed from his posts at St. Joseph Church in La Pryor and St. Patrick Mission in Batesville.

The diocese will transfer Father Heliodoro Lozano from St. Jude Church to La Pryor to fill his role—highlighting challenges with visa backlogs for clergy.

The Webb County Commissioners Court heard a presentation from Casa Blanca Golf Course general manager Oscar Urdiales on Monday, August 25 regarding upgrades needed as the Loop expansion will remove nine acres from the 125-acre course.

The four-phase plan, which includes a new front nine, back nine and clubhouse—though no cost details have been provided—will be reviewed further by the court.

An FBI report from August 25 stated that Laredo ranks among the nation’s safest cities—emphasizing a notable achievement in local security.

Laredo College and Laredo Public Health are hosting two health and resource fairs for new and expecting parents+ the first is tomorrow at Fort McIntosh Kazen Student Center from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. while the second will take place on Sept.

3 at South Campus Billy Hall Building, offering services from over 23 agencies.

Laredo Truck Driving Recruiting Event

2-4 p.m. — Schneider — Free entry — Connect one-on-one with recruiters to explore truck driving opportunities and get your questions answered.

Ready, Set, Go! Job Fair

10 AM – 1 PM — Workforce Solutions for South Texas — Free entry — Explore diverse job opportunities from local employers across various industries.

Comedy Allstars

9-11 p.m. — Laredo Selfie Museum — Free venue parking — Laredo Funny presents a night filled with laughter from South Texas Comedy All-Stars.