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McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos, a Republican, expressed concerns about federal immigration enforcement during a CBS News interview, saying the actions of masked immigration agents are creating fear among residents of the Rio Grande Valley, including U.S. citizens.

The next generation of community leaders took an official step into public service today as Mayor Javier Villalobos swore in Houstonville’s 29th mayor and student officials during a special ceremony at McAllen City Hall. Students from Sam Houston Elementary School had the opportunity to experience local government firsthand while learning about leadership, civic responsibility and public service. 

 The Social Security Administration (SSA) today announced a 3.6 percent benefit increase for 2027. Social Security benefits include Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by $75 per month.

This legislation allows wireless emergency alerts (WEAs) to be delivered via satellite communications technologies when traditional cellular networks are unavailable during emergencies.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection El Paso leadership held a press conference at the Bridge of the Americas port of entry Friday, highlighting end of fiscal year border security successes.

In a prime demonstration of joint force agility and resource optimization, the Navy and Army partnered to rapidly repurpose divested MQ-8C Fire Scout unmanned helicopters, transforming excess inventory into dynamic test assets. 

U.S. District Judge Fernando Rodriguez Jr. imposed a 110-month-term of imprisonment for Jeremiah Yzaguirre, while Maria Luisa Yzaguirre received 80 months. Both must also serve three years of supervised release following their sentences. They were both further ordered to pay $9,248,976 in restitution to Medicare and a $25,000 fine.

Texas Southmost College played a pivotal role in shaping Martin Jaramillo's future. 

Texas has led the nation in economic and population growth for many years, but the gains have been far from steady or evenly distributed across the state's vast expanse.

 South Texas College is offering free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to help eligible residents of Hidalgo and Starr counties strengthen their communication skills, build confidence and pursue new opportunities in the workplace.