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Henry Cuellar faces scant opposition in South Texas Democratic primary

Days out from the filing deadline, Cuellar has yet to draw a serious primary challenger — a sign that many in his party view the anti-abortion congressman as their best bet to stave off the GOP in November.

The Texas Tribune

Webb County judge disputes allegation that he violated federal law to dodge Texas’ resign-to-run rule

Tano Tijerina, the top elected official in a county that includes Laredo, is expected to seek the GOP nomination in Texas’ 28th Congressional District, long held by Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar.

The Texas Tribune

Trump administration plans to build border wall in Laredo, mayor says

The city learned about plans to build a new barrier along the southern border during a regular meeting with the Department of Homeland Security.

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Texas city removes anti-border wall mural after loss of funding threat from governor

A South Texas city has removed a mural protesting the border wall along the southern border with Mexico following a threat by Gov. Greg Abbott to withhold up to $1.6 billion in road funding

The Independent UK

Texas Man Faces Drug Charges After Authorities Find Tunnel Under His Vape Shop

A man was arrested in Laredo, Texas, and faces criminal drug charges after law enforcement officials found a tunnel underneath his vape shop

Latin Times

Laredo Border Agents Discover $16 Million in Meth Hidden in Frozen Mango Load

As of August, CBP agents operating along the southern border had seized close to 120,000 pounds of methamphetamine in fiscal year 2025, compared to just 36,000 pounds of cocaine.

Latin Times

Vuelta a España resumes from stage 12 start as planned, one day on from pro-Palestine protests halting the race in Bilbao

Riders roll out from Laredo with more peaceful protesters present to challenge Israel-Premier Tech's continued participation

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Regents name sole finalist for Texas A&M International University president

Christopher Maynard is slated to be the next leader of the Laredo university. Regents on Thursday also approved construction projects and new limits on faculty senates.

The Texas Tribune

Paisas Gang Member Apprehended At The Border After Trying To Enter The U.S. Again

A Mexican national identified as a member of the Paisas gang, was arrested by U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Laredo North Station during a recent attempt to illegally enter the United States.

Latin Times

‘There is history here’: For Laredo’s baseball team, the US/Mexico border is their true hometown

Los Tecolotes represent two cities called Laredo, but the Mexican league team’s roots run deep all along the border

The Guardian - US

Smuggler Who Tried To Flee Border Patrol Sentenced To 10 Years In Prison After Migrant Died In Failed Attempt

A woman was sentenced to 10 years in prison after a failed attempt to flee border agents ended up with a dead migrant

Latin Times

Over a Dozen Migrants Arrested After ICE Raid In Texas Stash House

ICE agents arrested 16 people after raiding a stash house in Mercedes, Texas

Latin Times

Three Men Charged With Smuggling Dozens Of Migrants Inside Mobile Home In New Mexico

Three people are facing multiple charges after being detained while smuggling dozens of migrants in New Mexico

Latin Times

Two Texans Plead Guilty To Charging Thousands Of Dollars To Smuggle Migrants Into The U.S.

Two Texan men pleaded guilty to charging thousands of dollars to smuggle migrants into the U.S. through Laredo

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Texas Democratic Party considers sanctioning Henry Cuellar over federal indictment, votes breaking with party

The Laredo congressman could be blocked from party campaign resources and social events if the party sanction is passed.

Reason

On Remand, the 5th Circuit Again Blocks a Lawsuit by a Texas Reporter Arrested for Newsgathering

Even if Laredo cops punished Priscilla Villarreal for constitutionally protected speech, the appeals court says, they would be protected by qualified immunity.

Texas Observer

The Texas Border Is the New Frontier of Film

After years of having their stories told by outsiders, locals are fighting back with their own cameras and building much-needed infrastructure. But they need more support.

Latin Times

Hundreds of Texas National Guard Troops Deployed to Laredo Border To Help With Immigration Crackdown

Governor Greg Abbott and Trump's border security partnership is taking shape with expanded state and federal enforcement.

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Migrant With 'Lengthy Criminal History' Caught In Texas Trying To Smuggle 5,000 High-Caliber Rounds To Cartels

According to court records, the driver told investigators that he was transporting the ammunition to an individual who would then smuggle it into Mexico

The Texas Tribune

Webb County’s top elected official switches to Republican Party

Tano Tijerina was elected as a Democrat to lead Webb County, which includes Laredo. It is among many border counties that Trump won in November.

Latin Times

Six Smugglers Charged For Death of Guatemalan Migrant After Leaving Him Stranded At a Texas Ranch

The victim told his smugglers he was hiding from a rancher hours before his dying.

Latin Times

Man with Cartel Ties Sentenced for Smuggling Migrants Using Fake Union Pacific Trucks

The investigation uncovered an intricate smuggling ring with stash houses and cartel connections aiding illegal border crossings.

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Laredo Mayor Warns Mass Deportations Would Devastate Economy

Laredo Mayor warns against economic impact of mass deportations proposed by Trump. Importance of undocumented immigrants in economy highlighted.

The Texas Tribune

U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar secures another term as criminal trial looms

The longtime Laredo congressman fended off Republican challenger Jay Furman despite a federal indictment accusing the incumbent of bribery and money laundering.

The Texas Tribune

In South Texas, university students accuse Democratic county officials of suppressing their votes

The county decided to not have an early voting site at a Laredo university because of historic low turnout. It will have one on Election Day.

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