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Laredo leaders head to Washington to seek federal funding
44+ min ago (187+ words) Laredo leaders head to Washington to seek federal funding'KGNS LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo city leaders are in Washington pressing federal lawmakers for funding and support for projects they say are critical to the region's future. A group of elected officials…...
Mexican consulate says major tourist areas remain safe for spring break travel
1+ hour, 14+ min ago (278+ words) Mexican consulate says major tourist areas remain safe for spring break travel'KGNS LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The Mexican Consulate in Laredo said Mexico remains a safe destination for spring break travelers, despite recent headlines that have raised concerns about travel to…...
Former UISD employee arrested on improper relationship charge after student tip
1+ hour, 30+ min ago (178+ words) LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A student's tip to her teacher led to the arrest of a former United Independent School District employee accused of an improper relationship with an 18-year-old student. Luis Gustavo Aguilar Escamilla, 24, faces a charge of improper relationship…...
Two-Vehicle crash causes road closures near Chicago and Santa Ursula
3+ hour, 55+ min ago (154+ words) Two-Vehicle crash causes road closures near Chicago and Santa Ursula'KGNS LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of Chicago and Santa Ursula, resulting in one vehicle catching fire and significant traffic disruptions in the area. According to…...
City of Laredo conducts free-chlorine conversion
6+ hour, 32+ min ago (90+ words) WEBB COUNTY, Tex. (KGNS) - Residents who receive water from Webb County Utilities may notice changes to their water through March 16, 2026. Webb County Utilities is conducting a free-chlorine conversion from March 1 through March 16 as part of its regular maintenance program. The…...
Vacant home on N. Loring damaged in evening fire
7+ hour, 2+ min ago (150+ words) Vacant home on N. Loring damaged in evening fire'KGNS LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A vacant single-family residence in the 700 block of N. Loring sustained extensive damage Saturday evening after a fire broke out around 5:00 PM, local fire officials confirmed. Firefighters arrived on scene…...
Laredo College to host free Schafer and Lee concert tonight
7+ hour, 24+ min ago (57+ words) Laredo College to host free Schafer and Lee concert tonight'KGNS LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo College is hosting the Schafer and Lee concert Monday evening at the Fort McIntosh Fine Arts Center. The concert features Jacob Schafer and Jeong-Eun Lee performing…...
Federal and city officials say the man who opened fire outside a Texas bar was not on their radar
8+ hour, 34+ min ago (519+ words) Both the FBI and police in Austin said Monday that it's too soon to identify the motive behind the mass shooting early Sunday that the FBI has said is being investigated as a potential act of terrorism, coming after the…...
UISD board to hold special meeting on budget cuts, school closures, staff pay
11+ hour, 44+ min ago (95+ words) UISD board to hold special meeting on budget cuts, school closures, staff pay'KGNS LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The United ISD Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to discuss major budget decisions affecting the district. The meeting is scheduled for…...
85-year-old retired teacher leads sailing course for women
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (67+ words) 85-year-old retired teacher leads sailing course for women'KGNS 85-year-old retired teacher leads sailing course for women Laredo leaders head to Washington to seek federal funding for trade, infrastructure, rail projects Man arrested after spraying insect repellent, swinging knife during street…...