Laredo
Today
Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. KGNS News
- ➤ 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. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. KGNS News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. KGNS News
- ➤ 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. KGNS News
- ➤ 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. KGNS News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Restoration on Frida Castillo’s home continues as contractors work on repairs (progress was reported Oct. 17) and plan additional work in coming weeks. KGNS News
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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.
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Laredo Coffee Fest
11 AM – 4 PM — The Shoppes at Laredo — Free entry — Celebrate local coffee culture with tastings and unique brews.
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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.
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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.
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