Laredo man gets over 5 years for smuggling ring A 21-year-old man from Laredo has been sentenced to more than five years in federal prison for running a long-term human smuggling ring.

A Laredo man has been sentenced in a years-long smuggling ring that put kids' lives at risk. See how he ran the operation — and how it finally ended.

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MUGSHOT RELEASED: An LISD officer is out on bond after a firearm incident sparked multiple charges. DETAILS: www.kgns.tv/2025/07/24/laredo-isd-po...

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Historic Canseco House deemed unsafe, future unclear A well-known historic home in central Laredo that houses a community garden now needs serious repairs.

🏚️ IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: A well-known Laredo landmark is now fenced off and facing an uncertain future 🌿The garden next to it remains open... but the house? That’s another story.

#LaredoNews #HistoricHome #CansecoHouse #CommunityVoices

Laredo, Webb County, TAMIU to close for Juneteenth holiday The City of Laredo, Webb County, and TAMIU will close their offices on Thursday for the Juneteenth National Independence Day holiday.

📅 REMINDER: City of Laredo, Webb County, and TAMIU offices are closed today for Juneteenth. Full list of closures & services:

#Juneteenth #LaredoClosures #WebbCounty #TAMIU #LaredoNews

Laredo, Webb County, TAMIU to close for Juneteenth holiday The City of Laredo, Webb County, and TAMIU will close their offices on Thursday for the Juneteenth National Independence Day holiday.

📅 Heads up: City of Laredo, Webb County, and TAMIU offices will close tomorrow, June 19 for Juneteenth.

#Juneteenth #LaredoClosures #TAMIU #WebbCounty #LaredoNews

City of Laredo offices to close for Juneteenth holiday The City of Laredo and TAMIU will close their offices on Thursday for the Juneteenth National Independence Day holiday.

📅 Heads up: City of Laredo offices will be closed Thursday, June 19, for Juneteenth — here’s what else to know:

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🚧 Big changes coming to Laredo: Leaders share what’s next for the Colombia Solidarity Bridge expansion. Details tonight on KGNS.

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Laredo College opens registration for summer, fall Laredo College is now accepting registrations for the upcoming Summer Two and Fall semesters, the school announced this week.

🎓 Thinking about college? Laredo College is now enrolling for Summer Two and Fall — and most students get financial aid to cover everything.

#LaredoCollege #CollegeReady #FAFSA #HigherEd #LaredoNews

Webb County veterans hold Flag Day ceremony retiring old flags On Saturday, veterans from Webb County gathered at the Vietnam Veterans Plaza to mark National Flag Day.

🇺🇸 A powerful moment of respect and tradition in Webb County — see how local veterans and scouts honored Old Glory on Flag Day.

#FlagDay #WebbCounty #Veterans #LaredoNews

🚨 A Lamborghini crash sparked a fiery scene yesterday, damaging multiple cars and leaving the parking lot scorched. What are police saying? And what did eyewitnesses see? Don’t miss our full report TONIGHT on KGNS Late Edition.

#LaredoNews #CrashUpdate #KGNS

Border Patrol: Gang member assaults agent during arrest in Laredo A self-identified member of the Paisas gang assaulted a U.S. Border Patrol agent during an arrest in Laredo, according to a statement released by Border Patrol.

A Paisas gang member assaulted a Border Patrol agent during an arrest in Laredo, officials say.

#LaredoNews #BorderSecurity

Laredo to start $11.3 million waterline repair next week Work to fix Laredo’s old water pipes will begin next Monday, city officials said.

Laredo is launching an $11.3M water pipe fix starting next week 💧 Crews aim to stop major leaks with minimal service interruptions.

#LaredoNews #WaterUpdates

Border Patrol: 5 found hidden in tractor-trailer in Laredo Border Patrol agents in Laredo, working with Homeland Security Investigations, stopped a human smuggling attempt this week, according to Border Patrol officials.

🚨 Human smuggling attempt stopped in Laredo. Border Patrol agents found 5 people hiding in a trailer — and now charges are being filed.

#LaredoNews #BorderPatrol #HumanSmuggling

A man is accused of intentionally running someone over in south Laredo — leaving the victim with serious injuries. Neighbors speak out. Tonight on KGNS News Late Edition.

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CBP officers find $5M worth of cocaine in trailer at Laredo bridge CBP officers intercepted nearly $5 million worth of cocaine at the Colombia-Solidarity Bridge earlier this week, the agency reported.

Nearly $5 million in cocaine hidden in a trailer — busted at the Colombia-Solidarity Bridge. Here’s how officers found the stash and what happens next.

#BorderSeizure #LaredoNews #CBP #DrugBust

🚨 A man is dead after being hit by a car on Zapata Highway. Laredo police share new details and a warning for pedestrians. Tonight on KGNS News Late Edition.

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🚨 A man is dead after being hit by a car on Zapata Highway. Laredo police share new details and a warning for pedestrians. Tonight on KGNS News Late Edition.

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Fiber optic installations are speeding up internet in Laredo — but not everyone’s on board. See what the city is doing to protect homeowners. Tonight on KGNS News.

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💰 The City of Laredo is tightening its budget — but what does that mean for public health, safety, and water? We break down the LEIP plan tonight on KGNS News Late Edition.

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Laredo Job Corps suddenly shuts down — leaving students and staff in limbo. One former employee shares her story. Don’t miss it tonight on KGNS News.

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ICE arrests 31 in Laredo worksite operation ICE says 31 people were arrested during a one-day worksite operation in Laredo.

🚨 ICE arrested 31 people during a one-day worksite operation in the Laredo area. Here’s what ICE said about the crackdown 👇

#LaredoNews #Immigration #SouthTexas

A video shows an alleged fight at United South Middle School, and a parent is speaking out. What is the school district saying? Tune in tonight for the full story.

#KGNS #LaredoNews #UnitedSouthMiddle

Friends and colleagues gather this morning to honor Frida Castillo's life after the tragic Cheyenne Subdivision shooting. Join us tonight for the emotional tribute and the latest updates.

#KGNS #LaredoNews #FridaCastillo

Laredo advocates continue call to stop domestic violence after deadly shooting After Saturday’s tragic shooting, crime victim advocates are renewing their efforts to fight domestic violence in the community.

Advocates renew push to combat domestic violence in Laredo. After Saturday’s tragic shooting, advocates stress the need for change.

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#LaredoNews #DomesticViolence #CommunityEffort

Laredo City Council to discuss D.C. visit, public projects Laredo city leaders will talk about their trip to Washington, D.C., during Monday night’s City Council meeting.

The City of Laredo will update on its D.C. trip at today's City Council meeting.

#LaredoNews #CityCouncil

Driver identified in motorcycle crash with UISD officer Laredo police have revealed the identity of the driver involved in a motorcycle crash that injured a UISD officer.

New information on a motorcycle crash that injured a UISD officer.

#LaredoNews #PoliceUpdate

DPS trooper arrests man wanted for sexual assault during Laredo traffic stop A state trooper arrested a man with warrants for a sexual assault case in Harris County during a traffic stop in Laredo.

Man arrested in Laredo with warrants for sexual assault. Tap for the full story.

#LaredoNews #HumanSmuggling

Laredo couple arrested in connection with fatal hit-and-run crash Two Laredo residents were arrested after being accused of being involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed a bicyclist in San Benito.

Laredo couple arrested in fatal hit-and-run. Tap for more details.

#HitAndRun #LaredoNews

Mother arrested after leaving child outside restaurant, Laredo Police say Laredo police responded to a report of a lost child in San Bernardo on Sunday morning.

Laredo police arrest mother after child found abandoned on San Bernardo Ave.

👉 Read more. #LaredoNews #ChildSafety

Laredo delegation advocates for funding and support at state capitol A group from the City of Laredo is at the Texas State Capitol to meet with state leaders.

Laredo team at Texas Capitol pushing for growth. Leaders are securing funding for projects in infrastructure, public safety, and more.

#LaredoNews #TexasCapitol #CityGrowth