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Border Patrol Marine Unit Rescues Man Struggling in Rio Grande
Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents assigned to the Laredo Sector Marine Unit rescued a man from the Rio Grande on Aug. 29, after he was seen struggling to stay afloat and repeatedly submerging during an attempted illegal crossing.
The Short-Term Economic Forecast for Texas Metropolitan Areas
Texas and its metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) and metropolitan divisions (MDs) are projected to see notable economic expansion from 2025 to 2030 despite national and global uncertainties and significant headwinds.
McAllen ISD Teacher Apprenticeship Program Kicks Off Year 2
The McAllen ISD Apprenticeship Program (MAP) paves the way for current staff wishing to become classroom teachers. Now in its second year, the program celebrated 84 aspiring educators on September 4.
$20,000 Boost Expands STC Threads Career Closet
The South Texas College Threads Career Closet has helped hundreds of students and alumni since its inception in 2019 with professional attire for interviews and career-related events.
OpEd: Prostate Cancer Awareness; A Conversation That Could Save your Life
“Talk to your doctor.” That’s a phrase you commonly hear when it comes to questions about your health. For men, it’s particularly important for prostate cancer screening. September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a great time to learn more about this common canc
Paxton Announces 7-Million Egg Statewide Giveaway
Attorney General Ken Paxton announced progress in fulfilling the statewide distribution of over 7 million free eggs that were secured through settlements with three national egg producers.
CBP officers seize more than $550k in Narcotics at Del Rio Port of Entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry recently seized a potent mixed load of hard narcotics, to include methamphetamine, heroin, and fentanyl valued at more than $550,000 hidden within a passenger vehicle.
Texas A&M University Higher Education Center at McAllen names new director of Colonias Program
Texas A&M University has named Pablo Javier Almaguer as director of the Texas A&M University Colonias Program, effective Sept. 14, 2026.
Teal Season in Texas Opens Sept. 19th
Teal hunting season opens Sept. 19 with a nine-day early season for the second consecutive year.
Feds Take Down International Ring Behind $40M Timeshare Fraud Scheme
As part of a Homeland Security Task Force case, two Mexican nationals were extradited to the United States this week after being indicted in a federal court in San Antonio for allegedly running a timeshare fraud resale scheme.


































