Laredo Mayor responds to Supreme Court’s decision to enforce immigration law
LAREDO, TX (CNN) – Texas will be allowed to enforce a contentious new immigration law while it works its way through the courts. The U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for state officials to begin enforcing a controversial immigration law. That law known as SB-4 allows them to arrest and detain people they suspect of […]
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New Laredo Police Chief set to be unveiled during city council meeting | #citycouncil
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) – The anticipation is palpable in Laredo as city officials prepare to announce the new leader of the Laredo Police Department. After months of questions, interviews, and deliberations, the city’s police chief position is set to be filled with a critical decision to be unveiled today, Tuesday, September 5, at City Council. […]
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Mayor Dr. Trevino responds to council’s decision to not extend city manager application
LAREDO, Tx (KGNS) – The City of Laredo has been without a city manager for almost a year. The newly elected mayor is now speaking out about the recent decision by council to proceed with the hiring process and not extend the application window for the position. The application deadline for the city manager position […]
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City to swear in newly selected Council member for District One | #citycouncil
LAREDO, TX. (KGNS) – Now that elections are over and done with, a new face will be taking over the seat for City Council District One. Gilbert Gonzalez went head-to-head against Patty Tijerina-San Miguel during the runoff elections and came out on top. Gonzalez received 1,269 votes where Tijerina-San Miguel received 832. Gonzalez will be […]
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City Council discusses medical needs in Laredo | #citycouncil
LAREDO, Tx. (KGNS) – The City of Laredo is learning more about the medical needs of the Laredo region. Back in May, City Council selected a consulting firm to assess the needs of our medically underserved community. Laredo Health Department Director Dr. Richard Chamberlain said so far, the consulting firm, Health Management Consultant has met […]
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Alfonso Poncho Casso announces bid for Laredo Mayor
LAREDO, TX. (KGNS) – Back here at home, a former Laredo City Council member and business man announces his mayoral candidacy. Alfonso Poncho Casso made his announcement among family, friends and members of the community. Between 1994 to 1998 he served in city council. He says the boil water notices, lack of water and other […]
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