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Laredo residents react to $11.3M water infrastructure overhaul

1 week ago | kgns.tv | Christian Del Rio |Ruby Villarreal

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo residents are weighing in after city officials announced plans to launch a major water infrastructure improvement project beginning next week. The $11.3 million project, set to begin Monday, June 16, will span 17 major roadways across the city, officials said. In its first phase, the project will focus on replacing waterlines that have been responsible for more than 200 breaks.
AHEC to host 5K mental health awareness walk

1 week ago | kgns.tv | Ruby Villarreal

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - So far this year, 12 people have died by suicide in Webb County. To prevent this number from rising, a 5K walk is being organized for September to raise awareness of 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. The event will take place at North Central Park and be hosted by the Area Health Education Center (AHEC). During the event, various agencies will be present to inform everyone about the mental health resources available to them.
Governor Abbott signs $8.5 billion school funding bill

2 weeks ago | kltv.com | Ruby Villarreal

SALADO, Tex. (KGNS) - Governor Greg Abbott signed an $8.5 billion public education funding plan into law on Wednesday, June 4, at a middle school in Salado, Texas. The funding package will provide schools with increased funding for staff salary increases, operational costs and special education services, among other areas. House Bill 2 represents the largest one-time investment in public education in recent history.
Governor Abbott signs $8.5 billion school funding bill

2 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Ruby Villarreal

SALADO, Tex. (KGNS) - Governor Greg Abbott signed an $8.5 billion public education funding plan into law on Wednesday, June 4, at a middle school in Salado, Texas. The funding package will provide schools with increased funding for staff salary increases, operational costs and special education services, among other areas. House Bill 2 represents the largest one-time investment in public education in recent history.
Texas Governor considers THC ban

2 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Ruby Villarreal

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A Texas bill to prohibit all consumable THC products is currently awaiting Governor Greg Abbott’s approval. The signing of the bill could lead to the dismantling of the $5 billion industry across the state. According to a report by Whitney Economics, cannabis-related companies in Texas generated over $5.5 billion in revenue last year and employed more than 53,000 people.
House fire reported near Downtown Laredo, LFD says

2 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Mindy Casso |Christian Del Rio |Ruby Villarreal

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Shortly before 10 p.m. on Monday, June 2, Laredo firefighters received a call about a house fire on the 1800 block of Juarez Ave. The Laredo Fire Department reported discovering a house with flames erupting from the living room area. Fortunately, no one was inside at the time of the fire, and the blaze was reported by nearby residents. The homeowner returned to find damage in that area, as well as smoke and heat damage throughout the rest of the house.
Nena fue adoptada al salir en televisión

3 weeks ago | telemundolaredo.tv | Telemundo Laredo |Ruby Villarreal |Lupita Benavides

LAREDO, Texas - Tras hacer su debut en la pantalla grande, la adorable basset hound robó el corazón de muchos televidentes y de su nueva familia. Luego de ser la protagonista en el segmento de la “Mascota de la Semana” en Telemundo En Tu Casa el miércoles 28 de mayo, Nena encontró un nuevo hogar. Durante la entrevista, la Sociedad Protectora de Animales de Laredo (LAPS), presentó a la basset hound de tan solo 1 año, quien ya estaba lista para ser adoptada. Derechos de autor 2025 KXNU.
Nena, the basset hound, adopted after KGNS TV spot

3 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Ruby Villarreal

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Nena, a sweet basset hound, has found her new home just one day after being on TV. Nena was the “Pet of the Week” on Wednesday, May 28, on KGNS, shown with help from the Laredo Animal Protective Society, or LAPS. Viewers got to see her calm and loving side during the noon show. Nena had been with LAPS for about two months. Her last owner gave her up. But on Thursday, May 29, LAPS posted online that someone had adopted her.
Laredo house fire remains under investigation

3 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Marissa Limon |Ruby Villarreal

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo investigators are working to determine the cause of a fire that destroyed a family’s home. On Sunday, May 25, a fire was reported at a mobile home located on the 4500 block of Alvarado Lane. The homeowners told KGNS that they lost power shortly before they noticed smoke coming from one of the rooms. The individuals inside the home managed to escape before the Laredo Fire Department arrived. Currently, fire department officials are leading the investigation.
LFD reports fewer heat-related calls than last year

4 weeks ago | kgns.tv | Ruby Villarreal

LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - As summer approaches, dangerous heat may lead to life-threatening situations. The Laredo Fire Department is reporting new numbers regarding heat-related emergencies. From April 1 to May 20 of this year, they have responded to 23 calls. Last year, from April to May, they received 44 calls. With 10 days remaining in May, this year has seen only about half the number of heat-related emergencies. For more headlines, click here. Copyright 2025 KGNS. All rights reserved.