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‘La Gordiloca’ Lost at the Supreme Court but Won in Laredo

The citizen-journalist and social media provocateur's case against local officials was thrown out in a decision that horrified First Amendment advocates. But, at home, observers say arresting her proved more trouble for the government than it was worth.

Texas Observer

Arresting a Reporter for Asking Questions Was a 'Blatant First Amendment Violation,' Sonia Sotomayor Says

The justice dissented from the Supreme Court's denial of a petition from a Texas journalist who was charged with felonies for practicing journalism.

Reason

Texas officials who targeted a journalist just got a response from the Supreme Court that will change how the First Amendment works for everyone

The Supreme Court just delivered a significant blow to citizen journalists, rejecting a case brought by Priscilla Villarreal against Texas officials who had arrested her for reporting. This decision, announced on Monday, means Villarreal’s civil rights claim, which argued her First Amendment free speech rights were violated, cannot move forward.

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Feds plan to install 536 miles of floating barriers on Rio Grande to deter migrants

The government is installing the first 17 miles of industrial-grade buoys in Brownsville. Experts warn the buoys could intensify flooding and change the river’s course.

The Texas Tribune

$100K Paycheck Reality Check: The US Cities Where Your Money Actually Lasts

A ConsumerAffairs study shows how far a $100,000 salary stretches across the 100 largest US cities, with Texas and Midwestern metros leading and coastal cities ranking lowest.

International Business Times UK

U.S. Mayor Warns City Residents To 'Exercise Heightened Caution' If They Travel To Mexico Over Killing Of El Mencho

The mayor of the border city of Laredo warned residents to "exercise heightened caution" if they plan to travel to Mexico following the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as "El Mencho," the leader of the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG).

Latin Times

I Asked ChatGPT To Identify 4 Safe and Beautiful Cities for the Working Class — Here’s What It Said

We asked ChatGPT to flag affordable, safe U.S. cities that offer working‑class havens amid rising housing costs and crime concerns. See how it did.

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Trump’s pardon of Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar leaves local Republicans surprised and disappointed

Some county GOP officials said the president’s pardon could complicate their plans to unseat the Laredo Democrat in South Texas’ battleground 28th Congressional District.

The Texas Tribune

After Trump pardon, Rep. Henry Cuellar restored to homeland security funding post

After his corruption indictment last year, the Laredo Democrat forfeited his role as the top Democrat on the House Appropriations subcommittee that oversees more than $65 billion in annual spending.

The Texas Tribune

Binational effort is fixing chronic pollution problem on the Rio Grande

Nuevo Laredo was dumping millions of gallons of sewage a day into the Rio Grande. The U.S. and Mexico worked together to find a solution.

The Texas Tribune

Henry Cuellar faces scant opposition in South Texas Democratic primary

Days out from the filing deadline, Cuellar has yet to draw a serious primary challenger — a sign that many in his party view the anti-abortion congressman as their best bet to stave off the GOP in November.

The Texas Tribune

Webb County judge disputes allegation that he violated federal law to dodge Texas’ resign-to-run rule

Tano Tijerina, the top elected official in a county that includes Laredo, is expected to seek the GOP nomination in Texas’ 28th Congressional District, long held by Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar.

The Texas Tribune

Trump administration plans to build border wall in Laredo, mayor says

The city learned about plans to build a new barrier along the southern border during a regular meeting with the Department of Homeland Security.

The Texas Tribune

Texas city removes anti-border wall mural after loss of funding threat from governor

A South Texas city has removed a mural protesting the border wall along the southern border with Mexico following a threat by Gov. Greg Abbott to withhold up to $1.6 billion in road funding

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Texas Man Faces Drug Charges After Authorities Find Tunnel Under His Vape Shop

A man was arrested in Laredo, Texas, and faces criminal drug charges after law enforcement officials found a tunnel underneath his vape shop

Latin Times

Laredo Border Agents Discover $16 Million in Meth Hidden in Frozen Mango Load

As of August, CBP agents operating along the southern border had seized close to 120,000 pounds of methamphetamine in fiscal year 2025, compared to just 36,000 pounds of cocaine.

Cycling News

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

The Texas Tribune

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.

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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.

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‘There is history here’: For Laredo’s baseball team, the US/Mexico border is their true hometown

Los Tecolotes represent two cities called Laredo, but the Mexican league team’s roots run deep all along the border

Latin Times

Smuggler Who Tried To Flee Border Patrol Sentenced To 10 Years In Prison After Migrant Died In Failed Attempt

A woman was sentenced to 10 years in prison after a failed attempt to flee border agents ended up with a dead migrant

Latin Times

Over a Dozen Migrants Arrested After ICE Raid In Texas Stash House

ICE agents arrested 16 people after raiding a stash house in Mercedes, Texas

Latin Times

Three Men Charged With Smuggling Dozens Of Migrants Inside Mobile Home In New Mexico

Three people are facing multiple charges after being detained while smuggling dozens of migrants in New Mexico

Latin Times

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

The Texas Tribune

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.

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