Laredo
LATEST NEWS
Laredo woman arrested after DPS recovers stolen truck in routine traffic stop
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A routine traffic stop leads to the recovery of an alleged stolen vehicle. According to reports, it happened at 8 a.m. on Saturday. At that time, a state trooper pulled over a Dodge Ram pickup truck driven by 50-year-old Laredo native Claudia Ellis by Mile Marker 52 along I-35.
Man seriously injured in Saturday morning stabbing in central Laredo, police say
LAREDO, TX. (KGNS) - A man is severely injured following a stabbing in central Laredo over the weekend. The incident was reported on Saturday at around 8 a.m. near McPherson and Hillside. According to the Laredo Police Department, a fight broke out near a clinic in the area which continued...
Laredo enters stage three water conservation
LAREDO, TX (KGNS) - The City of Laredo has entered phase three of its water conservation plan. Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor Trevino announced the decision after the Amistad Water Reservoir, one of the two water sources that supplies Laredo, was reportedly at 20 percent capacity. So far, the City of...
Laredo officials warn pet owners about the consequences of leaving pets in the heat
LAREDO, Tx. (KGNS) - The extreme heat is not only affecting people of all ages but also our furry friends. With temperatures expected to remain in the triple digits, Animal experts at the Laredo Animal Care Services say that it’s important to monitor your pets’ behavior during the extreme summer heat.
Laredoans gather to honor fallen veterans on Memorial Day
LAREDO, TX (KGNS) - Millions of Americans are taking time to remember the courageous men and women who’ve made the ultimate sacrifice. On Monday morning, the City of Laredo held a special ceremony to honor the legacy they left behind. With a traditional 21-gun salute, many local veterans and...
Vietnam War Veteran graduates from Zapata High School after deployment put his graduation on hold
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - One man’s dreams of graduating high school becomes a reality. Lance Corporal Terry Lee Peña was recently able to get his diploma from Zapata High School after decades of waiting. Among family and friends, Terry was honored during a recent Zapata CISD board meeting.
Laredo’s new graduates combat teacher shortages
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - As the school year draws to a close, one pressing issue remains at the forefront of education discussions nationwide: teacher shortages. The scarcity of educators in the United States has reached critical levels, impacting schools, students, and communities across the country. Despite these challenges, there is optimism for improvement as new generations of educators eagerly enter the field.
Dangerous heat continues
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - An Excessive Heat warning remains in place until 8pm tonight . Heat index values of 110 or higher across the region . Hot and humid with highs in the 90s - 100s. Warm, humid and breezy with lows in the 80s. . A major to extreme risk of heat-related impacts will continue and advisories/warnings will likely be extended. Be sure to stay cool, drink plenty of water, and take frequent breaks if you are spending time outside! Low chance (20% - 30%) of isolated showers and thunderstorms daily this week. Summer official begins in 24 days June 20 to September 22 . Atlantic hurricane season is around the corner runs from June 1st to November 30th. Have a great day and stay weather aware .
Not Quite as Hot, But still Hot. Shower Chance
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) -Moist gulf air capped by desert air will likely shut down most thunderstorms before they could reach our area tonight, I will watch the radars. With more of a gulf influence, we will have a better chance of some thunderstorms reaching our area from Mexico Tuesday evening or night. With more of a gulf influence, temperatures, while still reaching 100F, will not reach as far above 100F as has been the case during the last 7 days.
Laredo residents flock to Circle K for fuel discounts
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo residents are lining up at local Circle K gas stations today, causing traffic jams as they take advantage of Circle K Fuel Day, a special promotion offering hefty discounts on gas. Circle K is hosting Fuel Day at its locations across the United States, including...
Laredo ISD commencement ceremonies set for Tuesday
LAREDO, Tx. (KGNS) - Thousands of Laredo ISD students are expected to walk the stage at the Sames Auto Arena for their graduation. On Tuesday, May 28, LISD will have three commencement ceremonies for its high school graduates. Nixon High School will be the first graduation ceremony at 10 a.m....
KGNS+ Honors Lorena Tellez of Nourish Laredo
LAREDO, TX. (KGNS) - A teenager who goes above and beyond for others in the Laredo community is being recognized by KGNS Plus. Lorena Tellez of Nourish Laredo has been selected as this month’s KGNS Plus Honors recipient. Tellez started Nourish Laredo with her cousin back in 2020 as...
Immigration officer convicted of shooting photos and video up a flight attendant’s skirt
MIAMI (AP) — A federal immigration officer is facing a possible prison sentence after he was convicted of using a cellphone camera to shoot up the skirt of a flight attendant as he escorted an immigrant who was being deported. Billy Olvera, 48, was convicted Wednesday in Miami’s federal...
Laredo fights summer heat with cooling centers
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - While high temperatures are a familiar aspect of summers in Laredo, the recent surge of excessive heat has caught many residents off guard. For locals like Hugo Chaparro, the heat is a defining characteristic of the city. “In Laredo, we are known to be hot to begin with, and honestly, I love it. I love Laredo. I love our heat. I love, I love -- that’s who we are,” Chaparro remarked. However, even Chaparro admits that the recent highs have been surprising.
Tractor trailer crash blocking northbound lane of I-35, Laredo Police say
LAREDO, TX. (KGNS) - A tractor trailer crash is blocking a section of I-35, according to police. The crash was reported on Thursday, May 23, at around 2 p.m. on the northbound lane of I-35 near mile marker 9. According to Laredo Police, a tractor trailer crashed into a wall...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.