Harlingen Native Helps Power U.S. Navy Fighter Jet Missions
Every sailor’s story of naval service is unique. For Chief Petty Officer Jeffery Huerta, this story has ties to Harlingen, Texas, where Huerta’s mother resides.
Conviction Handed Down in Human Smuggling and Extortion Plot
A 26-year-old Bacliff resident has been convicted of kidnapping and hostage taking as well as harboring an illegal alien and conspiracy to do so.
Rick Salinas Announces Bid for Mayor of Mission
Local attorney Ricardo "Rick" Salinas will officially file his paperwork to run for Mayor of Mission on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM at Mission City Hall. Salinas launches his platform centered on fiscal responsibility, affordability, and total transparency.
Governor Signs Major Disaster Declaration After Severe Weather And Flooding
Governor Greg Abbott today requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration to support Texas’ ongoing response and recovery efforts following severe weather and flooding impacting communities across the state. Governor Abbott also visited Uvalde County to receive updates on flood conditions, survey damage, and meet with state and local officials coordinating the local response.
City of Pharr Named National Finalist for 2026 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award®
The City of Pharr has been named a finalist for the 2026 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor recognizing organizational performance excellence. As one of only 13 organizations nationwide selected as finalists this year, the City of Pharr is the only city in the United States to earn finalist status in the 2026 award cycle
Port of Brownsville Set to Anchor $3.2 Billion Next-Gen Autonomous Naval Shipyard
Continuing its storied shipbuilding tradition, the Port of Brownsville today welcomed Governor Greg Abbott's announcement that Saronic Technologies has selected the port as the home of Port Alpha, a $3.2 billion next-generation shipyard expected to create more than 10,000 direct jobs in the region
Texas AG Issues Warning Against Flood-Related Scams and Price Gouging
As communities across Texas continue to be affected by devastating flooding and additional severe weather remains possible, Attorney General Ken Paxton is urging Texans to stay vigilant against scams, fraudulent charities, and illegal price gouging centered around the flooding in Texas.
Cornyn Hails 10,000-Job Port Alpha Shipyard Coming to Brownsville
Texas Border Business WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement in response to Governor Abbott’s announcement that Saronic is investing more than $3 billion...
Binational Summit to Halt Flesh-Eating Screwworm Outbreak Convened in New Mexico
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller joined federal, state, and industry leaders in New Mexico for a New World Screwworm (NWS) Summit, calling for immediate, coordinated action to stop the pest before it further threatens America's livestock industry, wildlife, pets, and economy.
Laredo Resident Ordered to Prison for 11 Years in Fentanyl Distribution Case
A 24-year-old Laredo man has been ordered to federal prison for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute fentanyl.
