Good morning, Laredo.

A Laredo nonprofit and volunteers are restoring Frida Castillo's home after a March shooting left her dead and injured her family — they aim to complete the repairs before the holiday season.

Joe A. Guerra Branch Library invites teens in fifth to 12th grade to a Halloween Fest today from 3 to 5:30 p.m. in the Teen Zone—where they will make FrakenToys and take part in mystery challenges.

The Laredo Public Library hosts a banned book discussion on a popular sci‑fi novel at the MOS Branch Library today from 3 to 4:30 p.m.—registration is open for anyone wishing to join.

Officials issued an emergency advisory on Oct 17th following a wastewater incident in Laredo—authorities are investigating the situation and urging residents to follow safety precautions.

Laredo is set to join the second 'No Kings' protest as announced on Oct.

17; officials have not yet provided details on the protest's time or location — more information is expected soon.

The Utilities Committee is planning a water-saving landscaping program to encourage replacing grass with Texas native plants (H-O-A rules may conflict) based on a model from San Antonio.

Director Al Zabet said they will partner with a nursery and aim to launch the program by March.

Officials are studying whether to raise toll rates on international bridges—citing discussions at the Port of Entry Committee and City Council—and Bridge Director Elsa Hinojosa said a decision is expected by the end of the year.

Restoration on Frida Castillo’s home continues as contractors work on repairs (progress was reported Oct.

17) and plan additional work in coming weeks.

Food Town Laredo

11 PM - 1 AM — 800 Garden St, Laredo, TX — Free entry — Celebrate Laredo's culinary heritage with engaging discussions and workshops on local food culture.

Laredo Coffee Fest

11 AM – 4 PM — The Shoppes at Laredo — Free entry — Celebrate local coffee culture with tastings and unique brews.

Dia De Los Muertos Art Gala & Auction

5-8:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Laredo — $110 per ticket — Celebrate Dia De Los Muertos with an art auction, fine dining, and live entertainment.

Veteran’s Appreciation Night

7-10 p.m. — 1848 Event Center — $6,000 Added Money — Celebrate our veterans with thrilling bull riding, live music, and a variety of entertainment.