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Cornyn’s push for federal prison reform helps First Step Act clear U.S. Senate

The U.S. Senate passed a major overhaul of the country's federal prison system Tuesday evening.
The Food Bank RGV received a generous grant of $12,000 from the Darden Foundation to assist in their efforts of providing help to children facing hunger.  Since July 2017, a total of 10,978 children received food from the Emergency Food Pantry.  Volunteers help keep the pantry fully stocked. For more information on the programs provided by the Food Bank RGV, contact Libby Salinas, Chief Program Officer, at (956) 904-4506 or by email at libbys@foodbankrgv.com.  Also visit www.foodbankrgv.com at any time for information regarding other programs and events.

Food Bank RGV Receives $12,000 Donation From Darden Foundation

The Food Bank RGV received a generous grant of $12,000 from the Darden Foundation to assist in their efforts of providing help to children facing hunger.

Senate Passes Cornyn-Backed Criminal Justice Reform

Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) made the following remarks on the Senate floor prior to the Senate passing the First Step Act, criminal justice reform legislation largely based on his prison reform bill

IBC-Bank Zapata Donates $3,500 to Texas State University Mariachi Band “Nueva Generacion” After Free...

IBC Bank-Zapata Chairman of the Board Renato Ramirez and President Ricardo Ramirez presented a check for $3,500 to the award-winning Texas State Mariachi Nueva Generación, Texas State University’s Mariachi Band, at IBC Main Bank-Zapata, on Monday, December 17 at 11:00 a.m.

Cornyn: Criminal Justice Reform Clears Key Vote

On the floor, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) discussed the recent changes made to the First Step Act and the resulting endorsements from key law enforcement groups.

Cuellar Discusses Alternatives to Border Security

Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) discuss alternatives to constructing a border wall with President Trump

Rep. Cuellar: Supports Strong Border Security Without a 14th Century Wall

As a member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) understands the importance of keeping the federal government funded.

Cornyn, Klobuchar Bill to Fight Human Trafficking Heads to President’s Desk

U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) released the following statements after their bipartisan legislation, the Abolish Human Trafficking Act, passed the Senate after being amended by the House of Representatives.

City of San Juan Hosts Annual Noche De Paz Christmas Celebration

The City of San Juan held their annual Christmas holiday event, "Noche de Paz" for the community on Saturday, December 8, 2018.

PSJA Bear Trey Guajardo signs with UTRGV Baseball

PSJA Early College High School Athlete Trey Guajardo signed with the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley on Monday, Dec. 17 to join the Vaquero Baseball Team. He was joined by his family, coaches, and friends.

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