Wednesday, December 11th, 2024

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Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Laredo and its Mayor honored local resident Mr. Jose Bustos on his 101st birthday, recognizing him as a member of the Mayor’s Century Club for his dedication to the community. KGNS News
- ➤ The 3rd Annual Jolly Run in Laredo, TX, featuring a 5K run, 1-mile walk, and costume contests, aims to raise funds for the United Longhorn Band on December 14th. KGNS News
- ➤ The CPKC Holiday Express train is visiting Laredo on December 14th, providing free festive tours, holiday displays, and meets with Santa, while donating to local food banks. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo introduces express lanes for AVI sticker holders to expedite travel to Nuevo Laredo, alleviating holiday congestion until December 26. KGNS News
- ➤ A water main break in Laredo's District 1 leads to low water pressure, service outages, and traffic disruptions, with repairs expected to last most of the day. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Webb County deputies arrested three suspects and recovered two stolen trucks from San Antonio during an operation in Laredo. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Webb County Tax Office will alter its operating hours from December 10-12, 2024, due to a dedication ceremony and staff training, with certain services remaining available online. KGNS News
- ➤ Customs and Border Protection officers conducted a training exercise at a Laredo international bridge, temporarily halting traffic to enhance border security measures. KGNS News
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