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Arturo Chapa 1936 – 2026
Arturo Chapa, beloved husband, father, grandfather, educator, businessman, and proud member of the McAllen community, passed away Wednesday, July 1st, surrounded by the love of his family.
Mayor Treviño Seeks Second Term After Campaign Focused on Growth and Public Service
Laredo Mayor Dr. Victor D. Treviño officially announced Friday, July 3, 2026, that he is seeking reelection, saying he wants to continue the work his administration has started on infrastructure, public safety, healthcare, and economic development.
Jorge Torres says, “USMCA Uncertainty Isn’t Over, Businesses Must Prepare
Jorge Torres, President and Founder of Interlink Trade Services and a U.S. Customs Broker, said the decision by the United States not to extend the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in 2026 does not immediately change how companies conduct trade but does extend the period of uncertainty for businesses operating across North America.
Small Business Job Openings Rebound
Texas Border Business AUSTIN, Texas - NFIB’s June Jobs Report shows that the Small Business Employment Index remained essentially flat, registering 100.2 in June after measuring 100.3 in May....
CBP Seizes $3.7 Million in Cocaine at Hidalgo Port of Entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Pharr International Bridge seized cocaine valued at $3,723,654 in a single enforcement action.
Global Leaders Send Congratulatory Messages to Texas for America 250
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson today shared messages from Texas’ international consulates commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and recognizing Texas' unique place in the American story
Foreign National Sentenced to Prison for Decades Long Identity Theft Scheme
A 63-year-old Mexican national illegally residing in Houston has been ordered to federal prison for theft of government funds and aggravated identity theft.
Texas Veteran Finally Receives Purple Heart 57 Years After Vietnam Service
Fifty-seven years after Spec. 4 Raymond Williams was wounded in Vietnam, one Army Reserve noncommissioned officer made sure he finally had his moment.
Governor Celebrates Caterpillar’s $5 Million Investment In Texas’ Manufacturing Workforce
Governor Greg Abbott joined Caterpillar Inc. and local leaders at the company’s advanced engine manufacturing facility in Seguin to celebrate Caterpillar’s investment of up to $5 million in Texas as part of its five-year, $100 million Building the Future Workforce Initiative.
Governor Abbott Appoints Don Huffines As Comptroller Of Public Accounts
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Don Huffines as Comptroller of Public Accounts of Texas.







































