Alex Cano

2 weeks ago | communitynewspapers.com | Alex Cano

Music lovers and festival goers might recognize Miami as the land of Ultra Music Festival but beyond the city of Miami lies the city of Miami Gardens and its iconic Hard Rock Stadium, home to the Miami Dolphins, that boasts enough space to host events such as the Miami Open tennis tournament, Miami Grand Prix and the annual event for R&B, soul and jazz lovers, Jazz in the Gardens (JITG.) In 2006, just four years after Miami Gardens became a city, JITG was created as a way to foster community...

2 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Alex Cano

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Border Patrol agents in Laredo caught six people trying to cross into the U.S. illegally along the north side of town. The group was spotted swimming across the Rio Grande, with some wearing life jackets and one on a floating device. The Border Patrol said the message is clear: the border is not open, and agents are keeping a close watch on the area. No further details about the people involved have been shared. The agency continues to monitor the situation.

2 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Alex Cano

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A fight broke out Monday afternoon, April 7, in south Laredo, along Sinaloa Drive. Neighbors told police they thought they heard a gunshot. But officers say no shots were fired. The fight may have involved teens, according to people nearby. Several police units and ambulances showed up to the scene. It’s not yet known if anyone was hurt or arrested. The case is still under review. For more headlines, click here. Copyright 2025 KGNS. All rights reserved.

2 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Alex Cano

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A border fence near the Colombia International Bridge could be one step closer after tonight’s Laredo City Council meeting. City leaders may agree to work with the state to use land near or along the bridge for a new border barrier. Three weeks ago, the Trump administration gave out its first contract of the new term to build more border wall in Hidalgo County.

2 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Alex Cano

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - If you didn’t finish high school for any reason, United ISD is assisting former students in obtaining their diplomas. The district collaborated with Laredo College to establish the Bridge Academy for individuals aged 18 to 26 who wish to graduate. The classes will be held at LC’s south campus located at 5500 Zapata Hwy. If time permits, students may earn a technical certification. Support is also available for qualifying parents in the program.