Laredo
Today
Friday, November 28th, 2025
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Earlier today in downtown Laredo, Livi’s Mexicue and local businesses served hot Thanksgiving meals while aiming to distribute 1,200 plates this season—up from 300 plates the first year and 600 last year—and introduced a donation corner for clothing, shoes and blankets. KGNS News
- ➤ On Thanksgiving, Livi’s Mexicue gave back to the community by offering support to local neighbors. The restaurant said its initiative helped residents during the holiday. KGNS News
- ➤ On Thanksgiving morning, more than 1,700 Laredo residents joined the 18th annual Turkey Trot, raising money to support local families through the LIFE Organization — a nonprofit that helps children during the holiday. KGNS News
- ➤ On November 27, 2025, the Salvation Army in Laredo served Thanksgiving meals to local families and is now promoting Christmas assistance programs to support those in need. The agency plans to extend its help through upcoming initiatives as winter approaches. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ After turkey dinner, the Laredo Police Department issued safety tips for Black Friday shoppers advising them to lock their cars, remove valuables from view, and avoid drinking and driving — citizens are told to report any suspicious activity. KGNS News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Laredo’s Fine Arts and Culture Commission is questioning what counts as a political mural after city officials removed a street mural that said 'Defund the Wall' by Gov. Greg Abbott’s order. The group may consult an attorney and plans a contest for local artists to paint water towers—adding new art to the city. KGNS News
-
Sounds of the Season
3-7 p.m. — Fine and Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Experience a festive celebration with seasonal music in a beautiful venue.
-
Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl in Laredo
4:30-9 p.m. — On the Rocks Tavern — 25% off until Nov 22nd — Embrace the holiday spirit with festive drinks and quirky sweaters on this fun pub crawl.
-
Double Feature: Lethal Weapon & Back to School
7-11:30 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a nostalgic night of action and comedy classics under the Texas stars.
-
Double Feature: Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas & Santa Clause The Movie
7 PM — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a nostalgic evening under the stars with classic holiday films.
-
Scrooged Screening at Sunset Drive-In
7-11:30 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — Price Per Car $25 — Enjoy a modern twist on a Christmas classic under the Texas stars.
-
Drive-In Movie Night: The Holiday
7-11:30 p.m. — Sunset Drive-In Cinema — $25 per car — Enjoy a heartwarming romantic comedy under the stars with family and friends.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Laredo Today
Welcome to the Laredo Today, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Laredo, Texas community. If you like the Laredo Today, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Laredo.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Laredo and across Texas. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Laredo Today
A free Laredo community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://laredotodaynews.com/sitemap