Laredo Daily Brief: Primary turnout, crash closures, water maintenance, and roadwork

Primary election turnout: 31,837 ballots cast

Webb County voters turned out Tuesday for contested local races plus statewide contests. Countywide, 31,837 ballots were cast, translating to about 21.7% turnout among registered voters. Early voting made up the bulk of participation, underscoring how much the campaign season now peaks before Election Day.

Traffic alert: two-vehicle crash with fire closes key streets

A two-vehicle collision at Chicago and Santa Ursula on Monday led to major closures and delays after one vehicle caught fire. Police and emergency crews responded and shut down multiple approaches while the scene was cleared. Drivers were urged to use alternate routes around Santa Ursula, Chicago, and nearby connectors during the afternoon and early evening.

Water system maintenance: free-chlorine conversion underway

Some residents served by Webb County Utilities may notice a stronger chlorine smell or taste, or slightly cloudy water, during a scheduled maintenance conversion running March 1 through March 16. Officials said the water remains safe to drink and use during the process, which is required as part of routine system management.

Roadwork update: HA5 pavement-preservation treatment begins

The city has started a street-management project applying a high-density mineral-bond surface treatment known as HA5 to selected streets. The goal is to seal and protect existing asphalt, extend roadway life, and reduce long-term repair costs. Expect brief lane closures, loose aggregate, and short curing periods on treated blocks, plus temporary parking restrictions when crews are working.

Trade snapshot: Port Laredo reports record 2025 volume

City leaders highlighted new figures showing Port Laredo handled $353.94 billion in international trade in 2025, up about $14.94 billion year over year. The update reinforces Laredo’s role as a major gateway for U.S.-Mexico commerce and keeps attention on bridge and freight infrastructure as a local economic priority.

Sources

• https://www.lmtonline.com/local/article/laredo-election-vote-votes-voting-texas-senate-21954558.php
• https://www.kgns.tv/2026/03/02/two-vehicle-crash-causes-road-closures-near-chicago-santa-ursula/
• https://www.kgns.tv/2026/03/02/city-laredo-conducts-free-chlorine-conversion/
• https://www.lmtonline.com/local/article/pavement-preservation-asphalt-coatings-safety-21952996.php
• https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/port-laredo-records-353-94-billion-in-2025-trade-302700343.html