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Laredo · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Laredo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Laredo just launched a downtown spot where cops and mental health experts team up on crisis calls to get people real help instead of locking them up. It's a huge shift in how the city handles emergency mental health situations.
Laredo's dropping its fall 2026 bulky item clean-up schedule, running district by district from September through December. Check your district's dates to figure out when you can finally toss those old mattresses and broken furniture to the curb.
JD Gonzalez is running for Laredo mayor with a platform centered on fixing local water systems, upgrading infrastructure, and boosting the economy. His campaign is set to shake up the upcoming municipal election as voters weigh his priorities.
The city wants to make sure all public buildings have working AC so that employees and residents aren't stuck in the heat.
Laredo is teaming up with the school district to make driver’s ed more affordable and accessible for local students. This partnership aims to get teens licensed faster while cutting down on the number of young drivers ending up in municipal court for traffic violations.
City Council is returning from their break next week, so get ready for some action! Expect them to tackle important city business and make decisions that will affect Laredo.
Laredo just opened a new park, Las Aradilla, and celebrated with a big Día del Niño party! Think petting zoos, food, and tons of fun activities for families. It's a win for the community!
Got unpaid tickets in Laredo? Get ready to pay up before you can register your car. Webb County is cracking down this summer, linking overdue fines to your vehicle registration to get folks to settle their debts.
Laredo's big border project is stalled because the city is using old flood maps. This means they don't really know the real flood risks, which could lead to costly problems later on.
The council is changing how they run meetings to be more efficient, transparent, and respectful of residents' time.
Tired of trucks blocking up Laredo? City leaders are exploring leasing the Sames Auto Arena and other city land to create more truck parking. This could finally help ease traffic jams and deal with the growing number of big rigs around town.
Laredo is in hot water, landing in the top 10 US cities for municipal debt. This could mean higher taxes or fewer city services down the line.
Laredo's tap water has been safe to drink for a full year, with no boil-water notices issued. This is a major public health win and shows city services are working well.
Tired of feral hogs tearing up Laredo? The city's launching a pilot program to try out new ways to keep these critters out of our parks and neighborhoods. Let's see if we can finally get a handle on the hog problem!