Communities in crisis along the U.S. Mexico Border

(NewsNation Now) — NewsNation reporters Robert Sherman and Katie Smith are spending three weeks traversing the southern border — starting in San Diego, California, on Feb. 14 and ending in Brownsville, Texas, later this month — telling the stories of communities in crisis. The Border Report Live blog takes readers beyond the big headlines, providing context and insight into the lives of residents along the border. Sherman and Smith will be joined by Border Report correspondents Sandra Sanchez, Julian Resendiz, and Salvador Rivera to provide regular updates during the trip. All times are Central.

‘Rivers of trade’ flow through Laredo port

Wednesday, Feb. 23
Location: Laredo, Texas

The World Trade Bridge commercial port of entry in Laredo is at the crossroads of commerce for Mexico and South Texas and plays an important role in the supply chain for both…