TBB Staff
ICYMI: How the Shutdown Affects Federal Employment in Each State
As the partial federal government shutdown enters its third week, its effects on public-sector employment are far-reaching across the country.
VIDEO: On Fox, Cornyn Says Democrats Aren’t Interested in Compromise on Border Security
Today U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) appeared on Fox News’ The Daily Briefing with Dana Perino to discuss border security funding and Democratic leadership’s refusal to compromise.
Edinburg EDC Prepares for 86th Legislative Session
As state legislators prepare for the upcoming 86th Legislative Session, which commences this month, government entities across Texas are working to align their legislative priorities to ensure that their respective goals and projects are front and center among state decision makers.
Congressman Gonzalez Statement on President Trump’s Visit to U.S.-Mexico Border
Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-15) today issued the following statement following media reports that President Donald J. Trump will be visiting the U.S.-Mexico Border, potentially McAllen, Texas.
Good Medicine for Kids: DHR Health Receives Donation of Teddy Bears for Children
In December 2018, DHR received a donation of more than 40 teddy bears to give to children in the emergency room and oncology unit.
Rep. Cuellar: Border Cities Safer than Washington, D.C.
Today, Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28), a member of the U.S. House Appropriations Committee and Subcommittees of Homeland Security and Defense, released a statement on the latest 2017 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Uniform Crime Report data.
Edinburg Rotary recognizes ECISD Student Athletes​
The Edinburg Rotary Club recently recognized the Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District’s Athletics Department during its luncheon meeting at the Echo Hotel in Edinburg.
Former McAllen Toys R Us Slated for Redevelopment
Murdoch Capital LLC and Parkway Partners, two Houston-based privately held real estate investment companies, today announced a joint venture with the acquisition and redevelopment of a former Toys R Us property in McAllen, Texas.
Possible Traffic Delays Expected in Peñitas as TxDOT Overlay Project Begins
City of Peñitas officials have learned from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) that it will begin working on an overlay project on US 83
Rep. Cuellar Releases Statement on Improving Border Security at Ports of Entry
Representative Henry Cuellar (TX-28) released a statement in response to President Trump voicing his agreement with Democratic lawmakers, including Congressman Cuellar