Federal Investigation Opened into Smith College Over Alleged Title IX Violations
<img src="https://texasborderbusiness.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Smith.jpg" alt="The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) opened an investigation into Smith College, one of the nation’s largest all-women's...
Texas Surpasses $3 Billion in Opioid Settlements Following Newest Agreement
Attorney General Ken Paxton announced that a $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma, Inc. (“Purdue”) and its owners, the Sackler family, has become legally effective.
McAllen Officially Recognized as International Destination City
On April 27, 2026, Victor "Seby" Haddad, Mayor Pro Tem of the City of McAllen, Texas, proclaimed the week of May 3-9, 2026 "National Travel and Tourism Week” in McAllen.
Texas Boys State Delegates Receive Graduation Stoles and American Legion Medallions
Recently, Texas Boys State Delegates sponsored by RGV Boys State Alumni Group were honored at their annual Graduation Banquet at Weslaco City Hall. Each RGV Boys State Alumni Group Delegate received their American Legion Texas Boys State Medallions & Graduation Stoles from sponsors, elected officials, friends & supporters of the most prestigious leadership program in Texas.
Legacy in Flight: Three Generations of McCreery Aviation
Texas Border Business For the May 2026 issue of Texas Border Business, the spotlight turns to a story that soars far beyond aviation—it is a...
McCreery Aviation Marks 80 Years as a Pillar of Regional Growth and Aviation Excellence
Texas Border Business By Roberto Hugo González / Texas Border Business McAllen, Texas — In an industry where longevity is rare and change is constant, McCreery...
McAllen ISD Voters Approve $335 Million Bond Program
Texas Border Business McAllen, Texas — Voters in McAllen ISD have approved the district’s $335 million bond program in the May 2 election, supporting investments in...
District 5 Special Election Update: Results Forthcoming
Texas Border Business McALLEN, Texas - On Saturday, May 2, 2026, the City of McAllen held a special election for City Commissioner, District 5. All...
Starr County Pursuit Ends with Nearly a Quarter-Ton of Drugs Seized
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), during Operation Lone Star, seized 460 pounds of marijuana following a high-speed pursuit in Starr Co. last week.
Texas Celebrates 75 Years of Faith at Governor’s Prayer Breakfast
Governor Greg Abbott celebrated the 75th annual National Day of Prayer at the annual Governor's Prayer Breakfast.
























