Laredo.
city in and county seat of Webb County, Texas, United States
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What's happening
Active this week
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Laredo is situated within the state of Texas.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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FlightAware tracked a flight departing from Los Cabos International Airport on June 17, 2026.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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A private aircraft crash occurred in Laredo, impacting the city's infrastructure.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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Patients must travel from Laredo for specialized medical care.Some support1 report
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Laredo officials, including Mayor Cuellar and Victor Trevino, have been active regarding border strategy and local commerce issues.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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An incident in Austin drew attention from Laredo advocates, prompting Henry Cuellar to seek answers.Some support1 report
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A security head from the Dominican Republic attended a symposium in Laredo, discussing issues related to North American trade hubs.Some support1 report
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In Texas, Governor Greg Abbott has paused state funding for license plate cameras, forcing a city to operate independently despite the cuts.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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In Laredo, the City Council is considering a partnership involving a school purchase/renovation to move forward with Flock Safety camera technology, while Gov. Abbott has paused state funding.Some support1 report
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Emergency equipment arrived from Austin on September 17, 2026.Some support1 report
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In Laredo, the Mayor called for a utilities application to help manage service outages.Some support1 report1 development inside
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AC problems at Pérez Elementary in Laredo forced the relocation of students.Some support1 report
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Henry Cuellar set aside funding for a veteran center in Laredo.Some support1 report
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Cubriel Insurance Agency was acquired by World Insurance Associates, expanding its operational footprint into the Laredo market in Texas.Some support1 report
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Victor Trevino detailed a water infrastructure plan in Laredo.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The city council is overseeing matters concerning the city of Laredo, which functions as the inland port of the United States.Some support5 reports3 developments inside
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The city council is overseeing matters concerning the city of Laredo, which functions as the inland port of the United States.Some support1 report
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Laredo College is located in Laredo, Texas.Some support1 report
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High costs, tariff policies, and Fed hikes are driving Americans to move to Mexico, impacting the border economy of Laredo, Texas, and Nuevo Laredo.Some support1 report
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Mayor Victor Treviño is addressing housing issues in Laredo.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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Victor Trevino visited Hamilton Senior Apartments in Laredo to assess heat issues, coinciding with city council addressing housing standards.Some support1 report
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Gonzalez is running for Laredo mayor.Some support2 reports
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Brian José Morales García, who grew up in Mexico, was involved in a complex immigration case involving multiple locations including Central Texas, Fredericksburg, and Laredo.Some support4 reports
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Trade volume in Laredo relies on stable USMCA policy, which is tied to the regional economy and international trade.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Flock Safety technology was used in a local law enforcement investigation in Laredo on August 28, 2026.Some support1 report
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Freight backlogs are forming in Nuevo Laredo as rising U.S.-Mexico freight demand strains trucking capacity between the two regions.Some support2 reports
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Victor Trevino directs a youth pilot program in Laredo.Some support2 reports
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While the candidate focuses on a specific health center, the new event details that Cuellar secured federal funding for local animal care services in Laredo.Some support1 report
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Leading discussions on data center regulations and infrastructure needs in Laredo.Some support1 report
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Laredo Chamber of Commerce Foundation hosts the inaugural IBC Bank Women’s Forum and provides grants for local women-owned businesses.Some support1 report
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South Texas, including San Antonio and Laredo, experiences extreme heat events.Some support2 reports
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A case involving Laredo was moved to Austin after the local judge recused himself.Some support1 report
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Laredo hosted a major military installation, and Jerry Thompson discussed the city's economic history.Some support1 report
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An incident in Laredo is informing ongoing studies regarding border infrastructure.Some support2 reports
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CBP is conducting inspections at both the Eagle Pass port and the Laredo Field Office.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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A bridge closure is currently impacting local business operations in Laredo.Some support1 report
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Due to rising floodwaters, the Mayor has activated the Emergency Operations Center in Laredo, and the Congressman has contacted state representatives.Some support3 reports
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Laredo City Council adopted a policy guiding city actions after reviewing a Tompkins report regarding infrastructure protection.Some support1 report
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The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for Laredo.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Flooded roads in Las Lomas are preventing school access, while county officials direct infrastructure funding applications.Some support1 report
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Upstream debris moves along Rio Grande toward Laredo.Some support7 reports
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Laredo city council initiated a flood risk study for the area on July 9, 2026.Some support1 report
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Laredo challenges a state groundwater planning decision reviewed by the Texas Water Development Board.Some support1 report
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Fire department calls increased EMS services in Laredo due to fireworks on July 5th.Some support1 report
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A comparative study of local government administrative salaries was conducted involving Laredo, Lubbock, and Brownsville.Some support1 report
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Water service disruption due to infrastructure failure at Lyon Water Tanks in Laredo.Some support1 report
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Government officials are addressing a potential disease outbreak in Laredo, Texas.Some support2 reports
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A commercial Cessna aircraft crashed on a highway near Laredo, Texas, leading to a joint investigation by the NTSB and FAA.Well supported13 reports1 development inside
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Local groups in Laredo are collecting aid for the earthquake victims in Venezuela.Some support3 reports
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CoreCivic runs the Webb County Detention Center, and an AP investigation reported deaths at a detention facility in Laredo.Some support1 report
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An MCBT event was hosted in Laredo, Texas, focusing on U.S.-to-Mexico logistics, involving Reliance Partners and noting tequila as a key import.Some support1 report
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An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility has been located in Laredo.Some support1 report
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Homeland Security Investigations assumed control of a smuggling investigation at the Laredo international border crossing.Some support1 report
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The Falcon Lake near Laredo was created by flooding a town to form a reservoir.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Webb County government operates within the city limits of Laredo.Some support2 reports
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Laredo is studying successful water management models of El Paso and considering Eagle Pass for potential water sourcing.Some support2 reports
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A business jet crash investigation has been reported involving entities in Austin and Laredo.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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NTSB holds a briefing near Laredo regarding an investigation into a Cessna aircraft, with comments from Victor Treviño.Some support1 report
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A business jet crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas.Well supported3 reports
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A collection of facts about key figures and locations in Texas, including Ted Cruz, Laredo, and Austin.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Laredo
Recent events traced to Laredo, step by stepAround Laredo this week
News at the entities that move Laredo most-
city council StructuralCity Council oversees civil service hiring processes.Moves Laredo
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Eagle Pass OperationalDHS officials toured the Rio Grande near Brownsville and installed buoy barriers in Eagle Pass.Moves Laredo
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Henry Cuellar OperationalDonald Trump's political agenda is currently influencing the environment involving Henry Cuellar.Moves Laredo
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Webb County StructuralA statewide technology glitch has caused delays in official records managed by the Texas Department of Public Safety in Webb County.Moves Laredo
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Ken Paxton OperationalJames Talarico is hosting a Town Hall event featuring Ken Paxton, which will be moderated by Erin Burnett.Moves Laredo
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Austin OperationalDPS conducted a traffic stop in Austin, which was subsequently condemned by local officials.Moves Laredo
Connections
The 40 strongest of 129, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Victor Trevino Structural
Victor Trevino holds the formal governing position of Mayor of Laredo, directing city policy and operations.
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Victor Treviño Structural
Victor Treviño serves as the current mayor and governing representative for the city of Laredo.
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Henry Cuellar Operational
Henry Cuellar actively influences Laredo's local policy and secures federal funding for community services.
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Miguel Rodriguez Shared context
Miguel Rodriguez holds the office of Police Chief for the city of Laredo.
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Nuevo Laredo Operational
The two border cities maintain a functional relationship centered on international trade, shared health concerns, and cross-border infrastructure management.
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Webb County Structural
Laredo is the city located within Webb County, which serves as the county seat and administrative center.
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Ken Paxton Operational
Ken Paxton plans to conduct advertising campaigns specifically targeting the Laredo market area.
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city council Structural
The City Council holds governing authority over the administrative and functional matters of Laredo.
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Eagle Pass Operational
Eagle Pass acts as a source point for debris, buoys, and potential water sources that flow downstream toward Laredo via the Rio Grande.
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NetJets Operational
NetJets utilized Laredo as a functional destination during a critical operational incident, such as an emergency diversion or crash site.
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Austin Operational
Austin and Laredo maintain an active operational relationship, functioning as a key logistical and regional connection point for the Austin tech ecosystem.
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Las Lomas Structural
The functional state of roads in Las Lomas is compromised by flooding, preventing necessary access for entities in Laredo.
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Venezuela Transactional
Local groups in Laredo conduct donation drives to supply humanitarian aid to earthquake victims in Venezuela.
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Greg Abbott Structural
Greg Abbott's state funding decisions directly impact Laredo's operational budget.
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Houston Structural
Laredo's population relies on Houston for specialized medical care, necessitating travel from Laredo to Houston.
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Vanessa Perez Structural
Vanessa Perez serves as a District 7 council member in Laredo.
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Pharr Operational
Laredo and Pharr function together as co-located ports of entry for border crossings.
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El Paso Operational
Laredo studies successful water management models originating from El Paso.
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Querétaro Structural
Querétaro provides functional support for activities taking place in Laredo.
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DHS Operational
DHS monitors Laredo's infrastructure, including bridges, due to ongoing border security concerns.
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Miguel Rodriguez Operational
Miguel Rodriguez, as Police Chief, is involved in city operations in Laredo, which are affected by funding pauses.
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Del Rio Transactional
Cargo containers originating near Del Rio are routed to Laredo following incidents.
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Todd Harrison Operational
Todd Harrison actively represents CLEAT within the city of Laredo.
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Tyler King Structural
Tyler King serves as a City Council Member in Laredo.
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Colombia Shared context
The entities were mentioned in an article discussing a deadly earthquake that affected the region.
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ICE Operational
Laredo functions as a key operational hub for ICE, ranking among top cities for detentions.
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Rio Grande Shared context
Laredo is geographically located near and utilizes the Rio Grande as a major feature.
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Aurora Innovation Shared context
Aurora Innovation plans to utilize the Laredo hub for its driverless truck routes.
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Reliance Partners Shared context
Reliance Partners conducted an MCBT event while situated in Laredo, Texas.
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Cessna Shared context
The Cessna aircraft was involved in a crash event that occurred in Laredo, Texas.
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Cuéllar Shared context
Cuéllar is cited as a location providing a specific perspective on data center operations relevant to Laredo's operational context.
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Alyssa Shared context
Alyssa's identity is rooted in Laredo, where she is a fifth-generation resident.
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Brownsville Mentioned together
The two locations are grouped for a comparative study focused on local government administrative salaries.
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CoreCivic Shared context
CoreCivic operates detention facilities within the regional context of Laredo, Texas.
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Federal Railroad Administration Shared context
The Federal Railroad Administration conducts inspections at facilities located in Laredo.
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FlightAware Shared context
FlightAware operates and tracks aviation data related to incidents occurring in the Laredo area.
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James Flores Shared context
James Flores is involved in directing county infrastructure funding applications within the regional context of Laredo.
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National Transportation Safety Board Shared context
The NTSB is conducting crash investigations and holding briefings in the vicinity of Laredo.
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Richard Raymond Shared context
The person is implicated in a political office within the location, which is now facing charges for misuse of power.
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Rio Grande Shared context
The river Rio Grande flows through the geographical area that includes Laredo, establishing a shared context.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
14 events- Patients must travel from Laredo for specialized medical care.
- An incident in Austin drew attention from Laredo advocates, prompting Henry Cuellar to seek answers.
- A security head from the Dominican Republic attended a symposium in Laredo, discussing issues related to North American trade hubs.
- In Laredo, the City Council is considering a partnership involving a school purchase/renovation to move forward with Flock Safety camera technology, while Gov. Abbott has paused state funding.
- Emergency equipment arrived from Austin on September 17, 2026.
- In Laredo, the Mayor called for a utilities application to help manage service outages.
- AC problems at Pérez Elementary in Laredo forced the relocation of students.
- Henry Cuellar set aside funding for a veteran center in Laredo.
- Cubriel Insurance Agency was acquired by World Insurance Associates, expanding its operational footprint into the Laredo market in Texas.
- Victor Trevino detailed a water infrastructure plan in Laredo.
- The city council is overseeing matters concerning the city of Laredo, which functions as the inland port of the United States.
- Laredo College is located in Laredo, Texas.
- High costs, tariff policies, and Fed hikes are driving Americans to move to Mexico, impacting the border economy of Laredo, Texas, and Nuevo Laredo.
- Victor Trevino visited Hamilton Senior Apartments in Laredo to assess heat issues, coinciding with city council addressing housing standards.
August 2026
8 events- In Texas, Governor Greg Abbott has paused state funding for license plate cameras, forcing a city to operate independently despite the cuts.
- Gonzalez is running for Laredo mayor.
- Brian José Morales García, who grew up in Mexico, was involved in a complex immigration case involving multiple locations including Central Texas, Fredericksburg, and Laredo.
- Flock Safety technology was used in a local law enforcement investigation in Laredo on August 28, 2026.
- Freight backlogs are forming in Nuevo Laredo as rising U.S.-Mexico freight demand strains trucking capacity between the two regions.
- Victor Trevino directs a youth pilot program in Laredo.
- While the candidate focuses on a specific health center, the new event details that Cuellar secured federal funding for local animal care services in Laredo.
- Leading discussions on data center regulations and infrastructure needs in Laredo.
July 2026
17 events- Laredo officials, including Mayor Cuellar and Victor Trevino, have been active regarding border strategy and local commerce issues.
- Trade volume in Laredo relies on stable USMCA policy, which is tied to the regional economy and international trade.
- Laredo Chamber of Commerce Foundation hosts the inaugural IBC Bank Women’s Forum and provides grants for local women-owned businesses.
- South Texas, including San Antonio and Laredo, experiences extreme heat events.
- A case involving Laredo was moved to Austin after the local judge recused himself.
- Laredo hosted a major military installation, and Jerry Thompson discussed the city's economic history.
- An incident in Laredo is informing ongoing studies regarding border infrastructure.
- A bridge closure is currently impacting local business operations in Laredo.
- Due to rising floodwaters, the Mayor has activated the Emergency Operations Center in Laredo, and the Congressman has contacted state representatives.
- Laredo City Council adopted a policy guiding city actions after reviewing a Tompkins report regarding infrastructure protection.
- Flooded roads in Las Lomas are preventing school access, while county officials direct infrastructure funding applications.
- Upstream debris moves along Rio Grande toward Laredo.
- Laredo city council initiated a flood risk study for the area on July 9, 2026.
- Laredo challenges a state groundwater planning decision reviewed by the Texas Water Development Board.
- Fire department calls increased EMS services in Laredo due to fireworks on July 5th.
- A comparative study of local government administrative salaries was conducted involving Laredo, Lubbock, and Brownsville.
- Water service disruption due to infrastructure failure at Lyon Water Tanks in Laredo.
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June 2026
21 events- Laredo is situated within the state of Texas.
- FlightAware tracked a flight departing from Los Cabos International Airport on June 17, 2026.
- A private aircraft crash occurred in Laredo, impacting the city's infrastructure.
- The city council is overseeing matters concerning the city of Laredo, which functions as the inland port of the United States.
- Mayor Victor Treviño is addressing housing issues in Laredo.
- CBP is conducting inspections at both the Eagle Pass port and the Laredo Field Office.
- The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for Laredo.
- Government officials are addressing a potential disease outbreak in Laredo, Texas.
- A commercial Cessna aircraft crashed on a highway near Laredo, Texas, leading to a joint investigation by the NTSB and FAA.
- Local groups in Laredo are collecting aid for the earthquake victims in Venezuela.
- CoreCivic runs the Webb County Detention Center, and an AP investigation reported deaths at a detention facility in Laredo.
- An MCBT event was hosted in Laredo, Texas, focusing on U.S.-to-Mexico logistics, involving Reliance Partners and noting tequila as a key import.
- An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility has been located in Laredo.
- Homeland Security Investigations assumed control of a smuggling investigation at the Laredo international border crossing.
- The Falcon Lake near Laredo was created by flooding a town to form a reservoir.
- Webb County government operates within the city limits of Laredo.
- Laredo is studying successful water management models of El Paso and considering Eagle Pass for potential water sourcing.
- A business jet crash investigation has been reported involving entities in Austin and Laredo.
- NTSB holds a briefing near Laredo regarding an investigation into a Cessna aircraft, with comments from Victor Treviño.
- A business jet crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas.
- A collection of facts about key figures and locations in Texas, including Ted Cruz, Laredo, and Austin.