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06/02/2026

🚨🇺🇸 BREAKING: Texas Eliminates Spanish Language Option for Commercial Driver License Tests

A major change is now in effect across Texas that could impact thousands of current and future commercial truck drivers.

Beginning Monday, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) officially started administering all Commercial Driver License (CDL) and Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) written exams exclusively in English, eliminating the Spanish-language option that had previously been available.

State officials say the move is intended to bring Texas into full compliance with updated federal transportation requirements that emphasize English proficiency for commercial vehicle operators.

While the driving skills portion of the CDL exam has long been conducted only in English, the new policy now extends that requirement to the written knowledge tests as well.

The change follows directives from Governor Greg Abbott, who ordered DPS to strictly enforce federal English-language standards for commercial drivers. Texas officials argue that drivers must be able to read road signs, understand safety instructions, and communicate effectively while operating large commercial vehicles.

The announcement comes amid a broader statewide crackdown on licensing and transportation regulations involving immigrant and non-citizen drivers. Earlier this year, Attorney General Ken Paxton launched investigations into several trucking schools accused of allegedly ignoring English-language requirements during CDL testing.

Supporters of the policy say it strengthens highway safety, while critics argue it could create new barriers for experienced drivers whose primary language is not English.

The policy is effective immediately statewide.

06/01/2026

🚨NEWS UPDATE: Laredo Fire Department has extinguished the House Fire. No injuries were reported.

🚨🚨Laredo Fire Department is extinguishing a Fire at a House on the 500 Block of Magnolia. There are no reported injuries at this time.

06/01/2026

🚨🚨BREAKING: Car Crash Leaves Vehicle Intermingled with Utility Lines in South Laredo; Bystanders pull 58-year old Female Driver out of the Vehicle

South Laredo motorists faced major delays after a dramatic one-vehicle crash left a car suspended by utility cables and wires near the intersection of South Meadow and Barrio.

According to reports, the driver lost control and struck a utility pole, causing the vehicle to climb the pole before becoming entangled and hanging from overhead lines along the roadway. Emergency crews quickly responded to the scene as Laredo Police shut down the southbound lane near Meadow and Roosevelt to safely manage traffic and allow tow trucks and emergency personnel access to the crash site.

Bystanders apparently pulled the female driver, 58 years old, out of the car. Paramedics checked on her and found no visible injuries. She was transferred to the hospital as a precaution to verify her health status.

Authorities were working to secure the area while crews assessed potential hazards involving the damaged utility infrastructure. There has been no report whether the driver suffered any injuries.

Drivers are urged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes as the investigation and recovery efforts continue.

📸 Witnesses described the scene as one of the most unusual crashes seen in the area, with the vehicle visibly intertwined with utility wires.

06/01/2026

🚨 BREAKING: Laredo Man Jailed After Allegedly Striking Brother With Wrench During Violent Family Dispute 🚨

A family argument in Laredo escalated into a violent assault that left one man hospitalized with a serious head injury and another behind bars facing a first-degree felony charge.

According to an arrest affidavit, officers responded to a residence in the 1100 block of Crow Lane on April 22 after receiving reports of an assault. When authorities arrived, they found the victim being treated by paramedics for a significant head wound.

Family members at the scene identified Andre Jean Courtois as the alleged attacker and told officers he had already fled the residence.

Investigators say the victim later told police that he had asked Courtois to leave the home because he was not permitted to be there. The situation quickly turned violent when Courtois allegedly began throwing objects at him.

According to the affidavit, Courtois first threw a cage before allegedly hurling a wrench that struck the victim in the head. The impact reportedly caused a deep laceration, heavy bleeding, and a temporary loss of consciousness.

The victim was transported to a hospital, where medical staff used staples to close the wound. Days later, he reportedly continued suffering from headaches and memory issues related to the injury.

Jail records show Courtois was arrested on May 19 and booked into the Webb County Jail on a charge of aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury with a deadly weapon involving a family member — a first-degree felony under Texas law.

As of Friday morning, he remained behind bars on a $100,000 bond while the case moves forward through the court system.

06/01/2026

🚨🚨BREAKING: Utility Trailer Stolen From Laredo Cemetery Recovered; Suspect Arrested ‼️

A theft at a Laredo cemetery has led to an arrest after authorities say a man was caught taking off with a utility trailer worth thousands of dollars.

According to investigators, employees at Memorial Gardens Cemetery reported that a GMC pickup truck entered the property and allegedly stole a utility trailer carrying a water tank. The trailer was estimated to be worth between $12,000 and $15,000, while the attached water tank was valued at several hundred dollars.

Police say technology played a key role in the case. Real Time Crime Center cameras reportedly tracked the stolen trailer as it traveled through Laredo before later spotting the same pickup truck without the trailer attached.

Officers eventually located the vehicle and identified 31-year-old Christopher Rodolfo Tijerina as the driver. Authorities say he initially denied any knowledge of the theft, claiming others also had access to the truck.

However, later that night, police recovered both the trailer and water tank from a residence in the 1400 block of Wilfrano Street. Investigators later obtained a written statement alleging that Tijerina and another individual attempted to sell the stolen trailer.

Jail records show Tijerina was booked into the Webb County Jail on May 18 on a theft charge involving property valued between $2,500 and $30,000. He was released the same day after posting a $10,000 bond.

The case has now been forwarded to the Webb County District Attorney's Office for possible prosecution.

06/01/2026

🚨Laredo Mother Arrested After Being Accused of Slapping Two Children

A domestic disturbance call in Laredo led to the arrest of a 27-year-old woman after officers found two young children with visible injuries to their faces.

Police responded to the 9000 block of Siller Loop at approximately 6:39 p.m. on May 28 following reports of a disturbance at a residence.

When officers arrived, they observed two boys, ages 7 and 8, with visible facial injuries. According to the investigation, the children's mother, identified as Eliza Jo Orozco, allegedly struck the boys after they reportedly misbehaved at school.

Authorities allege Orozco slapped the 8-year-old multiple times and the 7-year-old once. Following the investigation, officers determined there was sufficient probable cause to make an arrest.

Orozco was charged with two counts of Injury to a Child, both second-degree felonies. Child Protective Services was notified of the incident.

(Individuals are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.)

06/01/2026

🚨Teen Driver Hospitalized After BMW Crashes Into Utility Pole and Fence in Laredo

A morning crash involving a teenage driver sent a BMW into a utility pole and fence, drawing a response from Laredo police and emergency personnel.

Officers were dispatched at approximately 6:45 a.m. on May 30 to the 1000 block of Guadalupe Street after reports of a single-vehicle collision involving a white 2018 BMW.

According to preliminary findings, the vehicle struck a utility pole before crashing into a nearby fence. The driver, identified as a 16-year-old male, was transported to a local hospital for evaluation and medical treatment.

Investigators reported there were no indications that the driver was intoxicated or under the influence of a controlled substance.

Police determined the crash was allegedly caused by the driver failing to control his speed. The juvenile was cited for failure to control speed, failure to maintain a single lane, and no driver's license.

(Individuals are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.)

*Image for illustrative purposes only.

06/01/2026

🚨BREAKING: Iran Halts Talks With U.S., Moves to Fully Block Strait of Hormuz

Iran has suspended negotiations with the United States and says it will "completely block" the Strait of Hormuz, according to state-affiliated news outlet Tasnim. Tehran said no further dialogue will take place until Israel ends military operations and withdraws from areas of Lebanon and Gaza.

Iran also said it plans to expand pressure on regional shipping routes, including the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most important energy chokepoints, handling roughly 20% of global oil supplies before the conflict.

Trump: "I don't care" if talks are over

President Donald Trump told media outlets he was unconcerned about reports that negotiations with Iran had collapsed, saying, "I don't care" if peace talks are over. He also dismissed concerns about rising oil prices following Iran's announcement.

Oil jumps more than 7%

Oil prices surged more than 7% after reports that Iran would fully block the Strait of Hormuz and halt negotiations with Washington. Markets reacted to fears of further disruptions to global crude supplies and a prolonged conflict in the region.

06/01/2026

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06/01/2026

🚨Argument at Laredo Gathering Ends With Rifle Threat Allegations and Multiple Felony Charges

A late-night disturbance at a social gathering in Laredo escalated into a serious police investigation after a man allegedly returned with a rifle and threatened multiple people.

The incident unfolded around 11:31 p.m. Friday in the 100 block of San Jorge. According to investigators, a verbal altercation occurred during the gathering, and the suspect left the scene shortly afterward.

Witnesses told police that the man later returned carrying a rifle and allegedly pointed the weapon at several individuals before leaving the area.

Authorities identified the suspect as 38-year-old Mario Alberto Martínez. Officers quickly located his vehicle and conducted a traffic stop, leading to his arrest.

During the investigation, police recovered a rifle from inside the vehicle.

Martínez was arrested and charged with three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The investigation remains ongoing.

(Individuals are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.)

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