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KGNS+ celebrates Dia de los Ninos with throwback photos
LAREDO, TX. (KGNS) - Tuesday is a day to take time to celebrate the children in your life, or take part a your favorite childhood hobby. April 30th is celebrated as, “Dia de los Ninos” all across Mexico. KGNS+ decided to take part in the festivities with some...
Laredo school districts detail prom rules and procedures
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - As the end of the school year approaches, so do proms. On Monday, we talked to both Laredo school districts to find out what students and parents can expect before taking part in the highly anticipated and beloved high school tradition. LISD’s Martin High School is...
‘Families for Autism Support and Awareness’ founder honored for impact on Webb County
WEBB COUNTY, Tex. (KGNS) - As April draws to a close, KGNS+ takes a moment to honor Veronica Orduño, the founder and president of Families for Autism Support and Awareness, for her remarkable dedication to the autism community in Webb County. In the late 1990s, Orduño noticed a significant...
UISD to implement ‘clear backpack policy’ next school year
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - After much discussion, the United Independent School District (UISD) has decided to introduce a clear backpack rule for kindergarten to 12th-grade students, effective next school year. Under this new rule, students must use clear backpacks while at school. They are also allowed to carry one small...
Shooting reported in west Laredo, one injured
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - UPDATE: The Laredo Police Department has provided an update on the shooting incident that occurred Wednesday evening on the 2100 block of West Anna Avenue. According to the latest information from police, the victim is a 48-year-old woman. The case remains under active investigation. Below is...
Police seek identity of person allegedly connected to house burglary in south Laredo
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a person allegedly connected to a home burglary investigation in south Laredo. Anyone who recognizes the person in the photo or has any information can contact the Laredo Police Department at 956-795-2800. Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 727-TIPS.
UISD counselors trained on mental health and bullying laws
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Over 90 counselors from the United Independent School District (UISD) attended a special training session on Monday, April 29, focused on their professional growth. With students away for the day, counselors engaged in learning opportunities to better support students. During the training, counselors had the opportunity...
Off-duty Laredo Police officer arrested for allegedly assaulting pregnant woman
LAREDO, TX (KGNS) - A call to police about an assault on a pregnant woman ends with an off-duty officer arrested. Laredo Police were called out to a home at the 500 block of Provincia Drive at around 6:30 Thursday night. According to police, they found sufficient evidence to arrest...
Enhancing Webb County Jail prisoner booking process
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The Webb County Sheriff’s Office and Laredo Police Department announced a collaboration to streamline the process of booking prisoners, on Friday morning. The new initiative will include the creation of a booking station at the Webb County Jail to make the process of booking prisoners...
Laredo Police searching for contractor of taking $22,800 without completing job
LAREDO, TX. (KGNS) - A man is wanted by police after he was allegedly paid more than $22,000 for a job that he did not complete. Laredo Police need your help locating 55-year-old Thomas Mendoza Ibarra who is being sought for deceptive trade practice and theft. The incident was reported...
Crash involving UISD school bus with students reported in Laredo
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A crash involving a UISD (United Independent School District) bus with students on board happened on Thursday, April 25, around 3:30 p.m. at the intersection of East Calton Road and Marcella Avenue, according to the Laredo Police Department. Traffic in the area has been closed off....
Stars Scholarship Fund invites community to extravaganza fundraiser
LAREDO, Tx. (KGNS) - A non-profit organization is inviting the Laredo community to an event that aims to raise funds for local college students. The Stars Scholarship Foundation is continuing its mission to provide successful futures to local students and make sure that they have an opportunity to pursue higher education.
Crash causes road closures in central Laredo
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The Laredo Police Department has reported an accident at the intersection of Springfield Avenue and Taylor Street, leading to road closures in the area. The crash has resulted in closures by Springfield Avenue heading southbound at Allende Street. Drivers should be careful and expect delays when passing through this area.
Dash cam footage released shows chase ending in crash and arrest for human smuggling
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - KGNS has obtained dash cam and body cam footage of a chase that happened Thursday afternoon, April 26, resulting in a crash and the arrest of a man for human smuggling. According to new details, Border Patrol tipped off DPS about a Chevy truck picking up...
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