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CBP Uncovers Secret Stash of Parrots in High‑Risk Laredo Smuggling Attempt
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers assigned to the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge recently intercepted three live parrots hidden within a vehicle during an alleged wildlife smuggling attempt.
STC to Launch AI Community Course in January 2026
In the new year, South Texas College is introducing a new community course – Essentials of AI, or artificial intelligence.
Record Breaking Texas Labor Force Hits 15.9 Million
Texas Border Business AUSTIN ‒ Governor Greg Abbott touted the strength of the Texas economy as the state set new records for the number of Texans...
No-Cost COVID-19 Testing Ends January 31st
Texas Border Business The Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department announces that no-cost COVID-19 testing at the Hidalgo County Public Health Laboratory will conclude...
TRAFFIC ALERT- Taylor Road closure Jan. 12th – March 2026
As part of the FM 676 (Mile 5 Rd) widening project, south Taylor Road, between FM 676 to just north of Mile 4 Road in McAllen, will close to through traffic for the reconstruction of the FM 676/Taylor Road intersection, starting Monday, January 12.
Texas Teachers’ Union Sues State Over Investigations into Educators’ Social Media Posts
A major Texas teachers’ union has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to block the Texas Education Agency from investigating educators over social media posts related to the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. According to The Texas Tribune, the union argues that the investigations violate teachers’ First Amendment rights and amount to retaliation for protected speech.
Texas Insurance Commissioner Brown Retiring
After more than four years of leading the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI), Commissioner Cassie Brown will retire on Feb. 2, 2026. Appointed by Governor Greg Abbott, Brown oversees the regulation of the $293 billion Texas insurance market, the second largest in the nation.
TRAFFIC ALERT- SH 186 closure
State Highway 186 remains closed, eastbound and westbound, from US 281 to FM 493 while road crews clear a tractor trailer crash.
STC Expands Continuing Education with Yoga Certification
Texas Border Business By Joey Gomez McALLEN, Texas – South Texas College is enabling students to become certified yoga instructors through a brand-new program led by local...
McAllen Proclaims Abraham Ancer Day
McAllen city leaders honored professional golfer Abraham Ancer during a ceremony at Champion Lakes Golf Course. They recognized his $100,000 donation to build a new short game practice area and proclaimed January 5 as “Abraham Ancer Day.”

























