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Laredo athletes put Gateway City on Texas sports map

From cross country in the fall to golf, baseball, and track and field in the spring, local athletes delivered historic performances and elevated Laredo's presence on the state stage.

Laredo, TX · 06-21

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Laredo College students compete in NASA Lunabotics Challenge

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Nine Laredo College students represented the college in NASA’s Lunabotics Challenge, a nationwide competition that brings together teams to solve real-world engineering problems similar to those faced by the aerospace industry. Laredo College was one of only three community colleges selected to compete among 50...

Laredo, TX · 06-22

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UISD approves modified compensation package with split 3-2 vote

The United Independent School District Board of Trustees passed a modified compensation package on a 3-2 vote at Wednesday's meeting.

Laredo, TX · 06-18

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Workforce Solutions launches AI summer program for high school students

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Workforce Solutions is launching an AI Summer program designed to introduce high school students to artificial intelligence and prepare them for future careers in STEM fields. The two-week program will accept the first 12 students who register and meet eligibility requirements. Students must be members of...

Laredo, TX · 06-17

Laredo Morning Times

After back-to-back UISD titles, six Shorthorns reach All-State Game

As the only school from Laredo invited to the Middle School All-State Football Game, eighth graders from Trautmann Middle School represented the Gateway City.

Laredo, TX · 06-16

Laredo Morning Times

Sister act: Figueroas, Rogerio twins help lead Lady Longhorns

United High School’s co-district championship season was fueled by the contributions of sisters Ashlet and Allisson Figueroa and twins Olivia and Eva Rogerio.

Laredo, TX · 06-15

Laredo Morning Times

RGISC seeks visual storytellers for school forestry project

Filmmakers, photographers and documentarians are being invited to help capture the Rio Grande International Study Center's local effort to bring more trees and green spaces to school campuses.

Laredo, TX · 06-15

Laredo Morning Times

From DeSoto to Laredo, Pinchback brings a championship blueprint

United South assistant girls basketball coach Steve Pinchback reflects on winning four state championships during his time at DeSoto and discusses how those experiences shaped his coaching philosophy.

Laredo, TX · 06-14

Laredo Morning Times

Laredo lands three on THSBCA 6A All-State list

United South's Roman Martinez and JP Briseno, as well as United's Hector Cadena were selected to the 6A All-State teams by the Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association.

Laredo, TX · 06-13

Laredo Morning Times

UISD tables compensation vote amid opposition from teachers

The United Independent School District tabled the vote on its compensation plan for 2026-27 amid opposition from teachers as it addresses a budget shortfall.

Laredo, TX · 06-11

Laredo Morning Times

Winning tradition continues for St. Augustine boys basketball

St. Augustine enters 2026-27 seeking a third straight district title behind a talented returning core and winning tradition.

Laredo, TX · 06-12

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UISD tables compensation plan vote for next week

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - United ISD trustees voted to table a proposed compensation plan that would freeze base pay but reduce some extra pay, like stipends and contract days for certain non-teacher groups within United ISD. The board said it wanted clearer options before taking a final vote. District lawyers...

Laredo, TX · 06-11

Laredo Morning Times

Championship tradition grows as Lady Grizzlies repeat

The Raul Molina Middle School girls soccer team continues to establish itself as one of the premier programs in south Laredo.

Laredo, TX · 06-11

Laredo Morning Times

UISD to discuss proposed salaries, says rumors of reductions are inaccurate

United ISD will discuss proposed salaries at a special board meeting, and the district denied rumors about reductions in teacher salaries.

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UISD clarifies budget proposals ahead of special board meeting

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - United ISD addressed what it called inaccuracies circulating about proposals on the agenda for a special-called board meeting on Wednesday, June 10. The district said in a statement on Tuesday, June 9, that there is no proposal to reduce teachers’ base salaries. The district encouraged employees to review the current and proposed teacher compensation plans.

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UISD board to consider new compensation plan

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - United ISD will hold a special meeting where board members will discuss and could vote to approve a new compensation plan for the 2026-2027 school year. The meeting is set for 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, in the UISD boardroom at 201 Lindenwood Dr. in Laredo.

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UISD Child Nutrition Department continues to feed students this summer

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Just because school is out, does not mean that kids should go hungry. Summer break is underway for United ISD students, but the district’s Child Nutrition Department is working to ensure kids don’t go without meals. Through its summer meal program, UISD will serve...