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When July floods devastated the Texas Hill Country, volunteers from Laredo drove hours north to help strangers rebuild their lives. They joined hundreds of Texans who contributed over 20,000 hours clearing debris, distributing supplies, and showing flood victims they weren't forgotten.
Harmony Public Schools in Laredo threw a spirited celebration for graduating seniors heading to universities across Texas and beyond. The Class of 2026 shared their commitments to college, careers, and military service with their entire community cheering them on.
For nearly 50 years, volunteers in Laredo, Texas have kept a kidney foundation alive without any state or federal funding, serving over 900 dialysis patients. What started with two women responding to a child's organ donation has become a lifeline for hundreds.
In Laredo, Texas, three nonprofits run entirely by volunteers provide life-saving support to people with HIV/AIDS, cancer, and elderly residents without spending a dime on staff. Their secret: passionate community members who turned personal hardship into hope for thousands.
Free tax help is transforming lives in Laredo, Texas, where IRS-certified volunteers are tackling years of backlogged returns for veterans, widows, and struggling families. Last year's partnership between Catholic Charities and United Way trained 16 volunteers who've already completed hundreds of returns this season.
When temperatures dropped in Laredo this weekend, youth volunteers showed up with exactly what the city's homeless population needed most. Nourish Laredo assembled 100 care packages filled with winter warmth for those seeking shelter.
Two Laredo school districts just achieved A ratings from the state, marking a major comeback for one and a seven-year streak for the other. Thousands of students now attend top-rated schools thanks to dedicated teachers and smarter teaching methods.
The American Red Cross and South Texas Food Bank are urgently seeking volunteers in Laredo, where volunteers carry out 90% of Red Cross humanitarian work. With emergencies striking every 8 minutes nationwide, local teams need community members ready to help before disaster strikes.
The Texas Rangers unveiled bold new uniforms celebrating North Texas' deep Mexican cultural roots. The team's "Tejas" jerseys debut April 24 as part of their commitment to honoring the Hispanic community.
When a plane crashed in Laredo, Texas, Ivan Franco didn't hesitate to run toward the wreckage to save lives. His humble response reminds us that everyday people step up when it matters most.
A Texas urban farm is opening its doors to anyone who wants to learn sustainable growing while giving back to their community. From planting seeds to harvesting fresh produce, volunteers gain real skills that could transform how they think about food.
Snorkeling scientists in a Texas underwater cave discovered fossils of giant tortoises and armored mammals that never lived in Central Texas before. The surprising find is rewriting what we know about Texas during the Ice Age.
Seven schools in the Pharr-San Juan-Alamo school district just proved that excellence in education is thriving along the Texas border. Their recognition comes from measurable gains in student achievement and preparing kids for life after graduation.
Henderson Middle School student Emeriie Anastas-Weaver has been selected for a prestigious summer leadership program in Austin and San Antonio. She'll explore Texas history while building skills alongside the state's top young leaders.
A 4.5-ounce rodent facing extinction is getting a second chance thanks to an innovative partnership between Texas ranchers and wildlife officials. The conservation plan actually helps both the endangered Texas kangaroo rat and the cattle industry.
Snorkelers exploring an underwater cave in Central Texas discovered bones from lion-sized armadillos and giant tortoises that scientists didn't know lived there during the Ice Age. The find is rewriting what we know about ancient Texas.
Scientists exploring a Texas cave discovered fossils from a warm period of the last ice age that nobody knew existed in the region. The find includes a lion-sized armadillo and giant tortoise that rewrites what we thought we knew about ancient Texas.
Dozens of East Texas schools have been named "Star Schools" for outstanding student achievement and closing learning gaps. The recognition celebrates educators who are proving that every student can succeed.
A new 70,000-square-foot manufacturing technology center in Hutto, Texas just reached a major construction milestone, preparing to train the next generation of semiconductor workers. The facility addresses America's urgent need for skilled tech workers while bringing good-paying jobs to Central Texas.
Scientists snorkeling through a Texas cave found lion-sized armadillo fossils lying on the riverbed alongside mammoths and saber-toothed cats. The discovery is changing what we know about Ice Age climate across Central Texas.
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