Mercedes Man Facing Charges After Fatal Fentanyl Overdose
A 28-year-old Mercedes resident has been indicted on charges related to a death linked to the use of fentanyl.
McAllen’s Premier Wine and Arts Fundraiser Returns September 12th
The McAllen Performing & Cultural Arts Foundation, in partnership with H-E-B, officially announced the return of Noche de Vino, taking place September 12, 2026, McAllen's premier wine, food and music fundraiser dedicated to supporting the performing arts and celebrating the region’s vibrant arts community.
Electric-Vehicle Production Could Create New Cross-Border Supplier Opportunities
Planned electric-vehicle production at BMW’s San Luis Potosà plant was presented as part of Mexico’s changing automotive industry during a June 11, 2026, meeting between the state’s automotive cluster and Rio South Texas region business leaders.
Rio South Texas Region Stakeholders Promote Ports, Bridges, Rail and Airports to Mexican Industry
COSTEP presented Rio South Texas region as a binational transportation and investment corridor during a June 11, 2026, meeting with representatives of the San Luis Potosà automotive industry.
Friend-Shoring Emerges as a New Approach to Cross-Border Business
Adam Gonzalez, chief executive officer of COSTEP, Council for South Texas Economic Progress, and members of his team hosted the meeting and welcomed the visiting delegation from San Luis PotosÃ, Mexico. COSTEP invited regional economic development corporations and strategic partners to participate.
Governor Abbott Surveys Flood Damage In Cotulla
Texas Border Business COTULLA - Governor Greg Abbott surveyed flood damage and held a briefing and press conference to provide an update on the state’s...
Diego Rivera Exhibition Opens at IMAS With First U.S. Tour Stop
The International Museum of Art and Science (IMAS) will open "Diego Rivera: The Promise of a Better Future" on Saturday, July 25, 2026. The exhibition, which runs through October 25, marks the first stop in the United States for the international touring exhibition after its presentation in Mexico.
Governor Abbott Announces Latest Round of Statewide Board and Advisory Appointments
This week, Governor Greg Abbott selected multiple qualified candidates to serve on behalf of Texans. Image for illustration Texas
Mexican National Living in Donna Sentenced to Federal Prison on Drug Charges
A 48-year-old illegal alien from Mexico living in Donna has been ordered to federal prison for conspiring to traffic multiple drug loads.
Edinburg PD Needs Public’s Help Identifying Vehicle in Hit-and-Run Property-Damage Case
The Edinburg Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying the suspect vehicle involved in a hit-and-run property-damage incident that occurred Thursday, July 23, in the 3700 block of Lori Morgan Drive.
