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Thursday, December 12th, 2024
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Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Laredo Police Department, supported by a Texas Department of Transportation grant, intensifies patrols during the holiday season to prevent drunk driving, with operations running from December 13 to January 1. KGNS News
- ➤ The United Independent School District is organizing a Polar Plunge fundraiser to support local Special Olympics athletes with year-round sports training. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo Animal Care Services is seeking foster homes and encouraging pet adoption, highlighted by the story of Charlie, a dog soon moving to Pennsylvania, and promoting a holiday event with Santa. KGNS News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A driver accidentally crashed into a wall at International Bridge One in Laredo, causing a fire, but no injuries were reported. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A mother and son in Laredo, Texas, pleaded guilty to selling counterfeit designer goods, with their sentencing set for December 13. KGNS News
- ➤ Four individuals, including two teenagers, were arrested in Laredo, Texas, following raids linked to violence and suspected of targeting local drug dealers. KGNS News
- ➤ Three individuals were arrested in Laredo, Texas, after police searched three homes and recovered weapons related to a November incident involving a car chase and gunfire. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A drill by U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Special Response Team at Bridge One in Laredo temporarily stopped pedestrian and vehicle traffic to demonstrate high-risk situation responses. KGNS News
- ➤ U.S. Customs and Border Protection assures the public that Laredo's international bridges will remain open, countering social media closure rumors and planning to facilitate increased traffic. KGNS News
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