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US Supreme Court: No Ruling on Trump Tariffs Friday, Jan. 9th
The Supreme Court of the United States is expected to rule on whether Donald Trump exceeded his authority by using emergency powers to impose tariffs, a decision that could affect more than half of projected tariff revenue for fiscal year 2025.
Paxton, Crest Strike Agreement to Protect Kids from Excess Fluoride
Attorney General Ken Paxton has secured an agreement with Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company (“P&G”), the manufacturer of Crest toothpaste, to ensure that its marketing and packaging for Crest children’s toothpaste accurately depicts the recommended amount of fluoride toothpaste for children.
Texas Ag Commissioner Issues Warning After New Screwworm Case Just South of the Border
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller issued a stark warning to livestock producers in Texas and nationwide after Mexican authorities confirmed an additional New World screwworm (NWS) case in a seven-year-old bovine in González, Tamaulipas—only 215 miles south of the Texas border.
CBP in Brownsville Nabs Man Wanted for Child‑Related Sex Offenses
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Gateway International Bridge encountered a man wanted by Cameron County Sheriff’s Office on an outstanding warrant for sexual assault, indecency with child by sexual contact.
Suspect Wanted for Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution in Bentancourt Murder Apprehended
Texas Border Business McALLEN, Texas - On January 8, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials notified the McAllen Police Department of a wanted individual...
$30,000 Reward Offered For Information on Commissioner Betancourt Shooting
Texas Border Business AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Office is offering a reward of up to $30,000 for information...
Amanda Crawford Appointed as Commissioner of Insurance
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Amanda Crawford as the Commissioner of Insurance for a term set to expire on February 1, 2027.
$3.5M Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund Grant Awarded to TSTC in Hutto
Governor Greg Abbott announced that a Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant of $3.5 million has been extended to Texas State Technical College (TSTC) for their Accelerated Semiconductor Technician Training Program (ASTTP) at the Williamson County Campus in Hutto.
Brownsville Nationally Ranked for Economic Growth
Brownsville’s economic momentum continues to gain national attention as recent reports highlight the region’s growing strength in both economic competitiveness and population growth trends.
McAllen Vital Statistics Department Receives Statewide Recognition
The City of McAllen’s City Secretary Vital Statistics Department has received the 2025 Vital Statistics Spotlight Award from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) in the Local Registrars category.
























