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Saturday, December 21st, 2024
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Laredo Police Department's Blue Santa program will distribute over 2,000 toys to 700 families at a special event at the Sames Auto Arena, supported by community donations and sponsors. KGNS News
- ➤ U.S. Army Sergeant Eric Cedillo emotionally reunites with his daughter in Laredo after a 12-month deployment in South Korea. KGNS News
- ➤ After a five-month effort led by an Immigrant Rights Advocate Pastor, the body of Azucena Rodriguez Mata, who died in a U.S. car crash in August, has been returned to her family in Mexico. KGNS News
- ➤ El Metro Transit commemorates its 135th anniversary with 'El Metro Noche Mágica,' a family-friendly event featuring live music, appearances by Santa and popular characters, and historical displays in Laredo. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo, Texas, officially declared December as Toys for Tots Month, celebrating the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve's initiative to distribute 20,000 toys to underprivileged children this Christmas season. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two United ISD high school students in Laredo, Texas, were arrested on charges related to an alleged hazing incident off-campus. KGNS News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M International University and University of Texas at San Antonio professors co-author a new statistics textbook aimed at simplifying the subject for social and behavioral sciences students. Texas A&M International University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rick Garza wins a tightly contested runoff race to become Laredo City Council District Four representative, planning to continue and expand on his predecessor's projects. KGNS News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Laredo's harm reduction initiatives lead to a 52% decrease in drug-related deaths, showcasing the effectiveness of enhanced support and community resources. KGNS News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Texas liquor stores, including V&G Fine Spirits in Laredo, will be closed on Christmas and New Year's Day due to state law, with anticipated high sales from extended holiday hours. LaredoBuzz
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