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    Webb County leaders to hold special budget workshop

    LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Webb County leaders will meet for a special called meeting focused on the county’s budget. Commissioners Court will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, for a special budget workshop at the Webb County Courthouse. County leaders will lead the discussion on the proposed 2026-20...

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    Laredo police, fire unions warn of officer departures amid stalled contract talks

    LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Unions representing Laredo police officers and firefighters appeared before a special city council meeting Friday, Aug. 14, warning that stalled contract negotiations could drive officers and firefighters out of the department. Sgt. Heriberto Avalos, president of the Laredo ...

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    Laredo City Council to discuss water infrastructure, facility renaming

    LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The Laredo City Council will meet Monday, Aug. 17, to discuss expanding the city’s investment in water infrastructure, among other agenda items. Council members will consider increasing funding for pipe replacement and water system upgrades beyond the $130 million already co...

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