Saturday, December 28th, 2024
Good morning, Laredo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Laredo, Texas, will host the 'Light Up the Night' fireworks event on December 28th to honor veterans and Gold Star families, emphasizing community support. KGNS News
- ➤ Laredo residents share their dreams and plans for the Mega Millions billion-dollar jackpot ahead of the Friday night drawing. KGNS News
- ➤ The Sames Auto Arena in Laredo, Texas, offers final ice skating sessions for families until the end of the year with varying prices and session lengths. KGNS News
- ➤ Law enforcement agencies and family members united to honor Sgt. Robert Castillo, who died following a motorcycle accident, showcasing the community's deep respect and mourning for his service. KGNS News
- ➤ The Laredo Water Museum offers its final free holiday movies and arts & crafts sessions for children on January 2 and 3, aiming to provide winter break activities. KGNS News
- ➤ The Laredo Police Department's Auto Theft Task Force provides VTR-68-A vehicle inspections every Friday by appointment, with a fee of $40. KGNS News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A two-car crash on Mines Road near San Lorenzo Drive led to traffic delays and no serious injuries were reported. KGNS News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Daniel Palomo Jr. self-surrendered to authorities in Laredo, Texas, facing charges of aggravated assault from a December 22 house party incident. KGNS News
- ➤ A car chase initiated by Texas DPS ended in a crash near an airport, resulting in the arrest of two juveniles and the discovery of two undocumented passengers. KGNS News
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