For readers in Laredo, this page covers law enforcement operations, public safety initiatives, court proceedings and criminal justice trends. Reporting encompasses developments from police activity to the work of the judicial system.
A Laredo man is in custody after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop while transporting four people suspected of entering the country illegally.
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Do you think border enforcement efforts in Laredo are making your community safer?
Abel Garza faces murder and child endangerment charges following the death of Mayra Alejandra Landeros.
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Do you trust that emergency response services in your area are adequately prepared for residential fires?
No injuries were reported inside the residence near Frost and Stone after a two-story home caught fire.
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Would you trust an online marketplace to purchase a high-value item like a car?
A local resident lost $28,000 after purchasing a stolen vehicle through an online marketplace.
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Do you support local courts offering amnesty programs to help residents clear their outstanding warrants?
Residents with outstanding municipal court warrants can resolve cases without fear of arrest at the local library.
Police officers brought candy and pizza to children at a CPS foster placement home on the weekend before Halloween.
Coverage takes in incident reports, investigations, law enforcement policies and court cases. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. The cadence of legal proceedings often dictates the pace of information, as cases move through the courts over long periods. Public safety measures and the allocation of resources for enforcement are subjects that recur throughout the year.
