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Laredo police to increase DWI enforcement ahead of Labor Day
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk Juan Puente , as published by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This effort is funded by a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation and will run from August 14 to September 7.
The Laredo Police Department is increasing enforcement of driving while intoxicated offenses. This effort is funded by a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation and will run from August 14 to September 7. As part of this initiative, officers will be working overtime to target DWI enforcement.
The goal is to deter drunk driving and improve public safety. Further details on the initiative and penalties for DWI convictions are available from the Laredo Police Department and local news sources.
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Category: safety Published: August 12, 2026 Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News Reading time: 1 min
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