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Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wreaths Across America were the grand marshals at Laredo's Christmas parade with over 175 entities participating, celebrating under the theme 'Time to Remember.' KGNS News
- ➤ Officials in Laredo are preparing for a significant increase in holiday traffic at international bridges, advising travelers to plan for longer wait times and have documents ready. KGNS News
- ➤ A waterline break in North Laredo, due to a contractor hitting a line, temporarily caused low water pressure, with services now restored. KGNS News
- ➤ Hundreds of Laredo residents enjoyed a free holiday-themed train ride with the CPKC Holiday Express featuring festive decorations and Santa Claus. KGNS News
- ➤ The City of Laredo announces festive Christmas events with activities like photo ops with Santa, train rides, and live music to celebrate the holiday season. KGNS News
- ➤ Hundreds of Laredoans gathered to honor fallen veterans by placing wreaths at Laredo Veterans Cemetery during the third annual Wreaths Across America ceremony. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Laredo man was detained for his involvement in a human smuggling incident after leading a high-speed chase, also facing charges for drug possession. KGNS News
- ➤ An inmate at Webb County Jail was found unresponsive by a correctional officer, taken to the hospital, and later pronounced dead from natural causes. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Webb County is allocated over $20 million in federal funds for enhancing water infrastructure and Lake Casa Blanca's quality. KGNS News
- ➤ Rick Garza won the Laredo City Council District 4 seat by 91 votes, pledging to focus on unity, infrastructure improvements, and government transparency. KGNS News
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