The Latest Breaking News from Laredo

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

Cycling News · Sep 4, 2025

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 · Aug 29, 2025

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 · Aug 1, 2025

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

Latin Times · May 30, 2025

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.

The Texas Tribune · May 6, 2025

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.

Reason · Apr 9, 2025

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.

Texas Observer · Mar 17, 2025

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.

Latin Times · Feb 11, 2025

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

Latin Times · Feb 11, 2025

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.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 10, 2024