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$14M Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund Grant Awarded to USA Rare Earth
Governor Greg Abbott announced that a Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant of $14,177,600 has been extended to USA Rare Earth, Inc. (USARE) to accelerate rare earth mineral production at their Round Top Mountain project in Hudspeth County.
Brownsville HR and Chief People Officer Honored with Top Awards
The City of Brownsville is proud to announce that its Organizational Development and HumanResources Department, along with Perla Cepeda, ODHR Chief People Officer, have received prestigious statewide recognition from the Texas Municipal Human Resources Association.
Costa Messa’s Weslaco Location, Marking Continued Growth in the RGV
Costa Messa marked its one-month anniversary following the April 2, 2026, opening of its Weslaco location, the company’s third overall in the Rio Grande Valley and first in the city, contributing to ongoing commercial growth and business activity throughout the area.
Repeat Offender Gets 48 Months in Federal Prison for Illegal Reentry Violations
Texas Border Business U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Texas HOUSTON – A 38-year-old illegal alien from Mexico has been sentenced for illegally reentering the United States...
Texas vs. Netflix: Paxton Sues Streaming Giant for Secretly Spying on Millions of Users
Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Netflix for spying on Texans, including children, and collecting users’ data without their knowledge or consent.
Vantage Bank and Local Foundations Sponsor 100,000 Meals for Empty Bowls 2026
Texas Border Business PHARR, Texas - The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley is honored to recognize a generous Hall of Fame-level sponsorship from Vantage...
McAllen Pregnancy Center Appoints Connie W. Coleman as CEO
Texas Border Business McALLEN, Texas — The Board of Directors of McAllen Pregnancy Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Connie W. Coleman as the...
Texas Families Gain Control Over TV Privacy Following Paxton’s Agreement with LG
Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a settlement with LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. (“LG”) to protect Texans from unlawful privacy violations involving smart television technology.
McAllen Officer Adds College Graduate to His Service Record
Between patrol shifts, late-night homework assignments and coaching his children’s sports teams, South Texas College graduate Julian Ocañas has earned his associate degree in Law Enforcement in just one year while balancing family life and a career in public service.
Port of Brownsville Awards Scholarships to 32 Graduating Seniors
The Brownsville Navigation District (BND) has awarded scholarships to 32 graduating high school seniors through the 2026 Port of Brownsville Scholarship Program, recognizing their academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to community service.







































