Housing for Texas Heroes Program Restores Safety and Security for Local Veteran
Texas Border Business WESLACO – The Housing for Texas Heroes grant has made a meaningful difference for Victor Ruiz, an Army Vietnam-era veteran, by funding essential...
Cornyn Pushes Water Treaty Dispute With Mexico Into USMCA Review
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) sent a letter to United States Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Jamieson Greer urging him to bring up the ongoing 1944 Water Treaty issue during the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) joint review to require Mexico to comply with its annual water deliveries to the United States.
Ribbon Cutting Marks Infrastructure Upgrades for Linn–San Manuel First Responders, Feb. 5th
Ellie Torres, Hidalgo County Commissioner Precinct 4, will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the new canopy and expanded outdoor area at the Linn–San Manuel Fire Station.
Chinese National Sentenced to 46 Months for $36.9M Crypto Laundering Scheme
Chinese national Jingliang Su was sentenced today to 46 months in prison for his role in laundering more than $36.9 million from victims in a digital asset investment conspiracy that was carried out from scam centers in Cambodia. The court also ordered Su to pay $26,867,242.44 in restitution.
Felon Caught with Multiple Weapons After Fleeing Police Receives 120-Month Sentence
A 38-year-old Corpus Christi resident has been ordered to federal prison for possession of a firearm.
Edinburg Police Investigate Injury to One‑Year‑Old at Local Daycare
On January 23, 2026, the Edinburg Police Department received a complaint alleging injury to a one-year-old child.
March 3rd Election Early Voting and Election Day Polling Places
The upcoming March 3, 2026 election is approaching for voters in Hidalgo and Cameron Counties, with early voting scheduled from February 17 through February 27, 2026. Key dates in the election calendar include the last day to register to vote on February 2, 2026, and the deadline to apply for a ballot by mail—received, not postmarked—on February 20, 2026. Image for illustration purposes
Winter Storm Fern Causes Major Agricultural Damage; TDA Mobilizes Relief Efforts
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller announced that the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) has activated relief efforts to assist producers, ranchers, and agribusinesses affected by Winter Storm Fern.
Youth Volunteers Plant 300 Trees toHelp Bring New Life to San Carlos Community Forest
Hidalgo County Commissioner Ellie Torres and Precinct 4 in partnership with American Forests, successfully hosted a community tree planting event focused on restoring the local environment and promoting long-term sustainability.
New Leadership Aims to Inspire Future Psychologists at STC
Texas Border Business By Veronica Salinas With more than 15 years of service, dedication and leadership in the classroom, Assistant Professor Paul Gonzalez, Ph.D., will bring...
