Warehousing, temporary duty-free storage, and access to multiple transportation systems were among the topics discussed when representatives from San Luis Potosí met with Rio South Texas region economic development officials on June 11, 2026.

More than 2,000 Mission CISD students, parents, and community members gathered Monday evening at the Mission Event Center for the district’s annual Back-to-School Bash, a celebration designed to help families prepare for a successful 2026-2027 school year.

Meta Platforms Inc. and BlackRock Inc. announced Tuesday a venture to develop and own a data center campus in El Paso, Texas, combining Meta's data center expertise with BlackRock's infrastructure investment capabilities to support the company's long-term artificial intelligence expansion.

A 30-year-old citizen of Mexico who had resided in Atlanta, Georgia, has been found guilty of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute meth and cocaine into the United States.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry encountered a man wanted on an outstanding felony warrant for a sex-related offense against a child.

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth recognized 50 U.S. service members — including for the first time, Marine Corps personnel — with the Mexican Border Defense Medal.

McAllen ISD students entering a new high school career pathway this fall will participate in the Dual Credit Academic Pathways 2026 Bridge Orientation on Wednesday, July 29, from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. at South Texas College’s Technology Campus in McAllen.

The San Luis Potosí Automotive Cluster connects manufacturers, suppliers, universities and government agencies through a nonprofit organization focused on training, industry needs and business opportunities, its director told Rio South Texas region economic development officials.

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), as part of a joint operation with the Bexar Co. Sheriff’s Office (BSCO), arrested four individuals in connection to a San Antonio home invasion earlier this month. The four men were taken into custody in Northwest Austin on July 8, 2026. 

 Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) General Manager and CEO Marilyn D. Gilbert has been elected to serve as president-elect of the Texas Public Power Association (TPPA) Executive Committee for fiscal year 2026-27.