š± How 26 years of World Trade Bridge traffic reshaped Laredoās economy
Morning Laredo! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- How 26 years of World Trade Bridge traffic reshaped Laredoās economy
- CBPās latest Laredo bridge arrest shows how warrants are caught
- What Laredo ISD wants parents to do after Thursdayās lockdowns.
Also on today's calendar: Gatsby's Cocktail Room and 3 more events.
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Friday: Variable clouds; windy, warm, with a high of 95 and low of 72 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Saturday: Cloudy; breezy in the p.m., temps: high: 90, low: 56.
- Sunday: A couple of showers, with a high of 66 and low of 59 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Laredo marks 26 years of World Trade Bridge operations (texasborderbusiness.com) ā Laredo officials recently celebrated 26 years of operations at the World Trade Bridge, highlighting its central role in crossāborder commerce and local jobs. City leaders and international partners stressed the need for continued investment, safety improvements, and binational cooperation to keep freight moving and support Laredoās position as the nationās leading inland port. 
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2. Laredo CBP officers apprehend fugitive wanted for sexual assault (kdhnews.com) ā Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredoās Gateway to the Americas Bridge recently detained a man wanted on a felony sexual assault warrant and turned him over to Webb County authorities. Officials say the arrest shows how daily inspections and federal databases help keep Laredo and surrounding communities safer while processing crossāborder traffic. Ā Ā Ā
3. LISD urges vigilance after lockdowns, two students detained (lmtonline.com) ā Laredo ISD placed several campuses on lockdown Thursday after a reported threat, with two students detained but no weapons or injuries found. District and local police swept schools and now urge parents and students to report any threats immediately and talk seriously about the consequences of making them. Ā Ā Ā
4. Where rent is cheapest in Texas ā and how Austin compares (statesman.com) ā Laredo renters currently face the lowest rent burden among the 16 Texas cities analyzed, with rent taking about 19% of median household income. The WalletHub study compares rent-to-income ratios statewide, showing Laredo residents spending a smaller income share on housing than those in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and Garland. Ā Ā Ā
5. Bankruptcy Filings Trending Upwards, Data Reveals (lawstreetmedia.com) ā Bankruptcy filings are rising fastest in the Southern District of Texas, which includes Laredo and other border communities, with a striking 30% jump per capita from 2024 to 2025. Thatās far above the national 10.9% increase, suggesting growing financial strain that could affect local families, small businesses, and access to credit in and around Laredo. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Laredo
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Preteen Scene
Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library, 1120 E Calton Rd, Laredo
10:30 am
Saturday April 18
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Other local events
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Gatsby's Cocktail Room
Gatsbyās Cocktail Room , 6501 Arena Blvd Suite #108 , Laredo
4:00 pm -
Taco Fest Laredo # 2
El Metro Park & Ride , 1800 Hillside Rd , Laredo
5:00 pm -
BYOV WEDNESDAY
Gatsbyās Cocktail Room , 6501 Arena Blvd Suite #108 , Laredo
4:00 pm -
Javi Bailon : Live in Laredo TX
Average Joes , 9652 McPherson Rd # 1 , Laredo
7:00 pm -
23rd Annual Poetry Festival
Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library , 1120 E Calton Rd , Laredo
1:00 pm
Saturday April 18
Saturday April 25
Wednesday April 29
Friday May 1
Saturday May 2
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š Events Nearby
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Laredo Truck Driving Recruiting Event at Schneider
Schneider , 14405 Maquila Loop , Laredo
9:00 am -
PJ's Coffee Laredo Grand Opening Celebration
PJ's Coffee , 1705 E Del Mar Blvd Ste 126A , Laredo
9:30 am -
Sister Cities Festival
Sames Auto Arena , 6700 Arena Blvd , Laredo
10:00 am
Friday April 17
Wednesday April 22
Saturday July 11
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Female, very friendly.
Arrived with no collar at business by Mines Rd. Please DM if you are the owner. (Nextdoor Winfield) - We are seeking a new home for our cat due to personal circumstances.
If interested, please message me with serious inquiries only. He is over 2years old (Nextdoor San Isidro)
- Chilli's posted a job opening for Line Cook - Laredo Chili's in Laredo. Apply here.
- American Eagle posted a job opening for AE - Stock Associate in Laredo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Laredo here.
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