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Attorney General Ken Paxton announced that the Fugitive Apprehension Unit (“FAU”) has made 18,291 arrests since the division’s inception. Additionally, his office has secured hundreds of convictions and arrests of child predators. This reflects Attorney General Paxton’s commitment to bringing the full force of the law against criminals and his tireless work to protect the people of Texas.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Hidalgo International Bridge, intercepted $798,000 worth of alleged cocaine concealed in a vehicle.

Texas is one of the top US states for private-sector defense industries, with hundreds of firms engaged in businesses ranging from land and sea defense systems to cybersecurity.

Each day the South Texas College (STC) Mid-Valley Child Development Center brings a new opportunity for Bryanna Esparza to learn alongside the children she hopes to one day teach. 

Brownsville City leaders are taking major steps to modernize its infrastructure and address historical drainage issues. On Tuesday, October 6, 2026, City Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing and vote on the First Reading of Ordinances No. 2026-1824 and No. 2026-1825. These ordinances seek to establish a formal Municipal Drainage Utility System and implement a restructured Stormwater Utility Fee.

The International Festivals & Events Association (IFEA), the premier association supporting and enabling festival and event professionals worldwide, announced and recognized McAllen, Texas, United States, as a 2026 IFEA World Festival & Event City during the 71st Annual IFEA Convention & Expo, presented by atVenu, in Tucson, Arizona, on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026.

Village in the Valley (ViVa) is pleased to announce its 2026–2027 Executive Board, bringing together a diverse group of community leaders committed to strengthening ViVa’s impact throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

The production will begin on November 5 and run through November 7 at 7:30 p.m. and will include a matinee at 2 p.m. on November 8.  The Thursday, November 5 evening performance will include an American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation. 

A 29-year-old former Webb County sheriff’s deputy will serve federal prison time for sexually assaulting and violating the civil rights of a woman. I

Breast cancer affects the lives of millions of women and their loved ones every day. With one in eight women expected to bediagnosed in their lifetime, chances are you know someone who has faced this disease, whether it’s your mother, sister, friend or coworker. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but awareness is only the first step. Understanding routine screening recommendations and taking action by scheduling your mammogram can make all the difference.