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Laredo News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Laredo News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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  • Laredo: Two arrested after kidnapping, robbery following crash | June 16

    Laredo: Two arrested after kidnapping, robbery following crash | June 16
    Jun 16 2026
    Laredo police arrest two suspects in a kidnapping and robbery after a high-speed chase ending in a car crash. Severe flash flooding threatens South Texas, with warnings for areas near the Rio Grande as emergency crews prepare for potential impacts.
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  • Laredo: SWAT responds to barricaded subject in south Laredo | June 15

    Laredo: SWAT responds to barricaded subject in south Laredo | June 15
    Jun 15 2026
    Laredo authorities contained a barricaded individual incident in south Laredo without injuries, while a collapsed roadway in central Laredo caused traffic disruptions due to a pipe break. The city also launched “Ask Elle,” a new virtual assistant, and prepares for the 2026 International Festival with international partnerships.
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  • Laredo: Southern District files 271 immigration cases in one week | June 14

    Laredo: Southern District files 271 immigration cases in one week | June 14
    Jun 14 2026
    Laredo officials report 271 immigration and border security cases processed in the Southern District of Texas in one week, while the city's Small Business Summit at the Laredo Convention Center focused on supporting local entrepreneurs. Lake Casa Blanca State Park warns of deeper waters and rising temperatures, urging visitors to follow safety guidelines.
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