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Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity of Laredo presented a local family with a new home for Christmas, celebrating their hard work and dedication over the last year and a half. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo's Casita Rosa hosts its 2nd Annual Fireworks Display on December 28 to honor veterans and service members, with special discounts and a giveaway, emphasizing the importance of community support for VFW Post 9124. KGNS News
- ➤ The Laredo Police Officer’s Association provided 120 gifts to local students through its Angel Tree event, encouraging community donations and student participation. KGNS News
- ➤ The Laredo Christmas Parade, celebrating its 60th year, announced winners in several categories including dance, cheerleading, and floats, highlighting community spirit and participation. KGNS News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ In Laredo, Texas, an ambulance was overturned after being hit by an unlicensed 15-year-old driver's car, leading to citations but no serious injuries. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Laredo chase related to human trafficking ended in the arrest of a suspect and three immigrants, and four individuals hospitalised after a crash. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ United Independent School District in Laredo tackles student vaping by implementing vape detectors, producing anti-vaping videos, and forming a student-led peer support group. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo honored 23 eighth graders with plaques, certificates, and goodie bags for their achievements at the 8th Grader of the Month ceremony. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo's UISD and LISD school districts announce early release schedules and holiday break details for students and parents. KGNS News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Laredo Police Department will donate up to eight high-mileage patrol units to the government of Nuevo Leon, Mexico, to aid in border security. KGNS News
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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