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LISD hosts special event ahead of Mother’s Day

5 days ago | kgns.tv | Ariel Gomez |Marissa Limon

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Although Mother’s Day is just a few days away, Laredo ISD hosted a special event to honor the mothers who do it all. The event featured mariachi music, a luncheon and an abundance of love. One mother, Jamie Silva, opened up to us on what the day means to her and shared a heartfelt message on behalf of mothers everywhere. “We are, I believe, the foundation of the family. Without the mom, I believe, nobody would be in their correct order.
Multiple search warrants executed at 8-liner businesses

1 week ago | kgns.tv | Ariel Gomez |Marissa Limon

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Over 70 gambling machines and nearly $50,000 in cash were confiscated after multiple search warrants were executed. The raids targeted eight-liner businesses, also known as maquinitas, located on the 300 block of Market St. on Wednesday afternoon, April 30. Two employees were arrested after the Laredo Police Department’s response team seized 38 machines and $32,000 from a single location. At another location further up the street, 33 machines and $17,000 were stolen.
270 Years of the City of Laredo: A historic celebration centuries in the making

2 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Ariel Gomez |Marissa Limon

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The City of Laredo is throwing a birthday party centuries in the making — and you’re on the guest list. On Wednesday morning, the Webb County Heritage Foundation announced plans for a major celebration marking Laredo’s 270th anniversary, honoring the city’s founding in 1755.
Webb County party chairs grade Trump’s first 100 days

2 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Ariel Gomez |Christian Del Rio

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - As President Donald Trump approaches his 100th day in office, political leaders in Webb County are evaluating his first few months. On Tuesday, April 29, Trump marked the occasion during a visit to Michigan, where he defended his immigration and tariff policies. During a speech lasting nearly an hour and a half, the president described his first 100 days in office as a great success.
Laredo truckers react to Trump’s executive order requiring English proficiency for drivers

2 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Ariel Gomez |Marissa Limon

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - President Donald Trump has recently announced an executive order requiring truck drivers to be proficient in English. Additionally, the order empowers the Department of Transportation to place non-English speaking drivers out of service. Because of this, the Laredo trucking community is speaking out on the potential effects this can have on their job. Truck drivers we spoke with agree that knowing English is important for safety and communication on U.S. roads.
SENTRI users urged to update information

2 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Ariel Gomez |Marissa Limon

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is advising drivers with new Mexican plates to update their information. The agency states that updates can be made through the Trusted Traveler program, with changes submitted either online or in person at the Juarez-Lincoln International Bridge. Additionally, users should be aware that without updated information, they cannot use the SENTRI lane, and doing so may have consequences.
City highlights community development efforts during proclamation ceremony

3 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Lisely Garza |Ariel Gomez

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - As part of National Community Development Week, the City of Laredo is shining a spotlight on the impactful work of one key federal agency. City officials came together Tuesday morning to discuss programs funded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These programs are currently under review in Congress as lawmakers decide on future funding.
Laredo City Council approves easement for state’s border barrier construction

1 month ago | kgns.tv | Christian Del Rio |Ariel Gomez

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - After a closed-door city council meeting, Laredo officials voted 7-2 to approve an easement for the State of Texas. The approval allows the state to build a border barrier underneath the Colombia International Bridge. Project Costs and ConcernsCity officials have noted that each mile of the border barrier project could cost between $25 million and $27 million. However, not all council members are in favor of the decision.
UNO obtiene excelentes resultados en Auditoría de la Matrícula del 2° semestre 2024

Jan 17, 2025 | estamosaqui.mx | Ariel Gomez

Informan que con el objetivo de cumplir con los procedimientos de admisión e inscripción de acuerdo a la normativa institucional y que dicha documentación se encuentre en archivo, la Universidad de Oriente recibió una auditoría de la matrícula. Dicha evaluación fue aplicada al segundo semestre del 2024 y dirigida por la Universidad Popular de la Chontalpa, en su calidad de auditor externo. Dijeron que en la reunión estuvo el Rector, Didier Barrera Novelo; la Mtra.
PERIODISTA REGALABA AGUA Y SE LA QUISIERON ROBAR EN VIVO

Jan 17, 2025 | lu17.com | Ariel Gomez

Giuliana había llevado una conservadora de tergopol con botellas de agua para repartir entre los transeúntes, la cual dejó a un costado para facilitar sus movimientos durante las entrevistas. Sin embargo, mientras conversaba con un hombre, se percató de que una pareja estaba revisando sus pertenencias. “¿Y eso, chicos? Es mi heladerita”, les reclamó la periodista al darse cuenta de lo que ocurría. “¿Sí?