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Feds Cut Interest Rates on Federal Student Loans
The U.S. Department of Education (the Department) announced that federal student loan borrowers enrolled in auto pay will be eligible for a 1 percent interest rate reduction beginning July 1. Borrowers who enroll in auto pay by September 30, 2026, or who are already enrolled, will benefit from the interest rate reduction through June 30, 2028.
Mission EDC Team Leads Business Development and Economic Growth Efforts in Mission
Texas Border Business Texas Border Business The Mission Economic Development Corporation (Mission EDC) continues its efforts to support business growth, entrepreneurship, workforce development, and economic opportunity...
20-Year Prison Sentence Handed to Mexican National for International Cocaine Conspiracy
A 51-year-old Houston man has been sentenced for his role in an ongoing cocaine distribution scheme that spanned nearly a decade.
Food Vendor Applications Open for McAllen’s Christmas in the Park 2026
The McAllen Chamber of Commerce and the City of McAllen are now accepting applications from food vendors for the 2026 Christmas in the Park, set for Friday, December 4 (5–11 p.m.) and Saturday, December 5 (noon–11 p.m.).
Mayor Omar Ochoa Pursues Federal Infrastructure Support During Washington Visit
Edinburg Mayor Omar Ochoa joined Rio Grande Valley leaders in Washington, D.C., from June 10-12, 2026, to pursue federal partnerships and funding opportunities for infrastructure projects supporting the city’s continued growth.
DPS Trooper Dies in Traffic CrashÂ
AUSTIN – It is with great sadness that the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces the death of a Highway Patrol Trooper following a traffic crash in Childress County.
McAllen Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Assault Suspect
The McAllen Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 35-year-old Joanna Coronado, who is wanted in connection with an active assault investigation.
Major Weekend Drug Bust: CBP Seizes $984,000 Worth of Cocaine in Laredo
Texas Border Business LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Field Office ports of entry seized cocaine valued at more than $984,000 in two...
Governor Boosts Texas Chip Supply Chain with $3.9M Grant to Schunk Xycarb
 Governor Greg Abbott announced that a Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant of $3.9 million has been extended to Schunk Xycarb Technology Inc. (Xycarb) for an expansion of their production facility in Georgetown, which is expected to create 25 new jobs and represents more than $42 million in capital investment.
Operation Christmas RGV Earns 2026 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid
peration Christmas RGV is proud to announce that it has earned the 2026 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid (formerly GuideStar), the highest level of recognition offered by the leading source of nonprofit information.
