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LISD places all schools on “secure mode” amid unspecified threat

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - LISD confirms that schools have officially been lifted off of “secure mode” as a 9:15 a.m. UISD confirmed to KGNS that their schools were not placed in “secure mode” because none of their campuses were indicated in the threat. Laredo College informed...

Laredo, TX · 19d

Laredo Morning Times

UISD addresses staffing shortages as special education vacancies grow

UISD reported campus vacancies, including numerous special education aide positions. Officials said substitutes are covering many openings while officials plan hiring efforts.

Laredo, TX · 21d

Laredo Morning Times

UT System launches $60M expansion of Laredo Center

UT System officials broke ground on a new Laredo Center building that will expand educational access, research opportunities and health care training.

Laredo, TX · 22d

Laredo Morning Times

Tigers look to reset after lopsided loss to Medina Valley

Martin fell 84-0 to Medina Valley but still has three games to strengthen its playoff chances, starting with John Jay on Oct. 23.

Laredo, TX · 22d

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Laredo College Board Appoints New Trustee to Fill Position 3 Vacancy

(Laredo, Texas) – At the Laredo College Board of Trustees special called meeting held Oct. 12, the board selected Luis F. Mendoza III to fill the vacancy in Board Position 3 created by the retirement of longtime Trustee Mercurio Martinez Jr. Mendoza holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in...

Laredo, TX · 24d

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First-grade teacher named October’s Teacher of the Month

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A first-grade teacher at St. Augustine Elementary School was named October’s Teacher of the Month Wednesday morning, Oct. 14. Janelle Vela-Pineda received the recognition after a parent nominated her, saying Vela-Pineda’s positive demeanor and patience inspired her daughter to become a teacher. Vela-Pineda has...

Laredo, TX · 25d

Laredo Morning Times

'Your work here is done, but your influence is not': Laredo College memorializes Carolyn Schmies

Laredo College honored former South Campus Dean Carolyn Schmies with a memorial bench, announced a scholarship in her name and celebrated her legacy of service and education.

Laredo, TX · 26d

Laredo Morning Times

Laredo high school football stat leaders

Here are the Laredo city leaders for each major statistical category in football.

Laredo, TX · 26d

Laredo Morning Times

Alexander, Nixon lead Laredo schools in Peanut Butter Bowl

Lots and lots of peanut butter has been donated to the South Texas Food Bank, and the local football programs were a big reason why.

Laredo, TX · 10-09

Laredo Morning Times

United ready for test against surging LBJ

United and LBJ enter their Week 7 matchup undefeated in District 30-6A, with the winner gaining an edge in the title race.

Laredo, TX · 10-07

Laredo Morning Times

Former WWE exec, US Secretary of Education McMahon meets Laredo educators at Nixon High School

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon met with Laredo-area education leaders to discuss federal funding, special education and local control.

Laredo, TX · 10-03

Laredo Morning Times

Contest winner to join LPRS paranormal investigation at Fort McIntosh

The Laredo Paranormal Research Society is giving one local resident the chance to join its annual Fort McIntosh Cemetery paranormal investigation through a social media contest.

Laredo, TX · 10-04

Laredo Morning Times

F.S. Lara Academy closes Suicide Prevention Month with hope

F.S. Lara Academy students shared messages of hope and highlighted the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline to close out Suicide Prevention Month.

Laredo, TX · 10-03

Laredo Morning Times

Laredo Morning Times Week 5 football power rankings

All eight Laredo high school football teams were in action during week five, and here's how they rank after the busy weekend.

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UISD announces 2-hour delay for Friday due to heavy rain forecast

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - United Independent School District campuses will operate on a two-hour delayed schedule on Friday, Oct. 2, following forecasts of heavy rainfall across the area. District officials announced the decision Thursday afternoon after meeting with the City of Laredo and the National Weather Service. Forecasts indicate the...

Laredo, TX · 10-01

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LISD installs yellow crosswalk signs to protect deaf students

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo ISD is installing bright yellow crosswalk signs outside its schools to bring attention to deaf students, starting with Cigarroa High School. Cigarroa is home to the district’s Program for the Deaf. The signs are debuting during National Deaf Awareness Month. Dr. Higinio Reyes, director...

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Students, parents adjust to class delays in Laredo

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Classes started late across Laredo ISD Thursday, Oct. 1, following weather delays. The district pushed back classes to keep students safe on slick roads during expected heavy rainfall. Students adjust to schedule changes. Amariz Martinez, a student at Nixon High School, said the schedule change forced...

Laredo, TX · 10-02

Laredo Morning Times

Former WWE exec, US Secretary of Education McMahon to meet with Tijerina

Former WWE executive and U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon will visit Laredo Friday to meet with Webb County Judge Tano Tijerina at Nixon High School about education.

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LISD delays class start Thursday, Friday due to weather

Laredo ISD will delay the start of classes Thursday and Friday as heavy rain and a Flood Watch continue across the Laredo area.

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After first win, Knights return to Montes Field

St. Augustine opens TAPPS District 3 play against Lutheran after earning a 31-25 comeback win over Bruni.