59-Year-Old McAllen Man Charged with Allegedly Furnishing Alcohol to Minors Following House Party
Texas Border Business McALLEN, Texas – The McAllen Police Department has arrested a 59-year-old resident following a weekend response to a disturbance that uncovered a large...
PSJA ISD Students and Parents Complete Harvard Law School Zero-L Program
Dozens of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Independent School District (PSJA ISD) students and parents were recognized on April 24, 2026 at the 370th District Court for successfully completing the Harvard Law School Zero-L Program, a rigorous legal education course offered through a unique partnership between the PSJA ISD Sustainability Department, Harvard Law School, and Hidalgo County.
Water Supply Debate Expands Across Sectors in Rio Grande Valley
Regional leaders across multiple forums and interviews have described a widening water crisis in the Rio Grande Valley, affecting municipalities, industry, and agriculture, and have highlighted the cost and complexity of delivering a reliable supply.
CBP Officers Seize more than $8.1M in Meth at Pharr International Bridge
Texas Border Business PHARR, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility intercepted $8.1 million in suspected methamphetamine concealed in...
Suspect in White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting Charged with Attempt to Assassinate the President
Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, was arraigned today in U.S. District Court on charges stemming from the April 25, 2026, shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner.
Desalination Project Proposed for South Texas Gains Momentum
During an interview conducted by Sergio Sanchez on KURV 710 AM, Mark M. Ellison outlined details of a proposed billion-dollar desalination project for South Texas, describing it as a long-term solution to regional water shortages.
Mayor Ochoa and Ellie Torres Highlight Regional Push to Strengthen Drainage System
Texas Border Business By Texas Border Business Omar Ochoa and Ellie Torres, Precinct 4 commissioner for Hidalgo County, outlined efforts to improve drainage across the region,...
Ray Thomas Urges Lawyers to Vote as State Bar Election Nears Deadline April 30th
With only a few days remaining before the April 30, 2026, deadline, Ray Thomas is calling on members of the State Bar of Texas to participate in the election for president-elect, noting that “90% of the lawyers have yet to vote” and stressing that participation is critical.
Port Laredo Slips to Third as Commodity Spikes Temporarily Shift U.S. Trade Rankings
Port of Laredo ranked third among U.S. trade gateways in 2025 after holding the top position for two consecutive years, as sharp increases in specific commodities at major airports altered national rankings.
Navy Commissions Submarine USS Idaho
Texas Border Business By Navy Chief Petty Officer Darren Moore, Submarine Readiness Squadron 32 / US DOW The Navy commissioned the submarine USS Idaho in a traditional ceremony...























