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Three Sentenced in Drug Trafficking Scheme Near Laredo Elementary School
The final defendant in a three-person drug trafficking conspiracy has been ordered to federal prison for distributing fentanyl and heroin.
Department of Justice Indicts Ten Aliens for Voter Fraud in Minnesota
Attorney General Todd Blanche, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, and United States Attorney Daniel N. Rosen announced that a federal grand jury indicted ten defendants separately on September 24, 2026, for voter fraud. All defendants have made their initial appearances in federal court.
Department of Justice Indicts Ten Aliens for Voter Fraud in Minnesota
Attorney General Todd Blanche, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, and United States Attorney Daniel N. Rosen announced that a federal grand jury indicted ten defendants separately on September 24, 2026, for voter fraud.
How Robotics Competition Champions are Shaping the Future of Military Tech
The Army named five companies as winners of its xTechHumanoid competition Sept. 11, capping an effort to assess how emerging commercial humanoid technologies could contribute to future military operati
Sharyland Pioneer Student Delivers Care Bags to Local Cancer Patients
A simple act of kindness can make a meaningful difference in the life of an individual facing cancer treatment. On September 25, 2026, the DHR Health Oncology Institute welcomed Matilde Curiel, a senior at Sharyland Pioneer High School, whose generosity brought comfort and encouragement to patients undergoing cancer treatment.
Governor Breaks Ground On Saronic’s $3 Billion Port Alpha Shipyard
Governor Greg Abbott delivered remarks at the groundbreaking ceremony for Saronic Technologies’ Port Alpha manufacturing facility at the Port of Brownsville.
Independence Blue Cross to Pay $22.5M to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations
Independence Blue Cross (IBX), an insurance company incorporated under the laws of Pennsylvania, has agreed to pay $22.5 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by failing to withdraw inaccurate and untruthful diagnosis codes for its Medicare Advantage Plan enrollees in order to improperly retain overpayments from Medicare.
Understanding the Nuanced Dip in U.S. Labor Force Participation
The Labor Force Participation Rate (LFPR) is a closely watched indicator of the level of engagement of people in the workforce, whether employed or seeking a job.
UPDATED: Flood Watch Issued as Heavy Rain Threat Grows Across the RGV
The National Weather Service Brownsville/Rio Grande Valley office has issued a Flood Watch as heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding threaten portions of Deep South Texas from Thursday into the weekend.
Price Increase in Expedited U.S. Passport Delivery Service
Texas Border Business McALLEN, Texas - The U.S. Department of State will increase the fee for return overnight passport delivery effective Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. The...
