CBP in Brownsville Nabs Man Wanted for Child‑Related Sex Offenses
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Gateway International Bridge encountered a man wanted by Cameron County Sheriff’s Office on an outstanding warrant for sexual assault, indecency with child by sexual contact.
Suspect Wanted for Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution in Bentancourt Murder Apprehended
Texas Border Business McALLEN, Texas - On January 8, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials notified the McAllen Police Department of a wanted individual...
$30,000 Reward Offered For Information on Commissioner Betancourt Shooting
Texas Border Business AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Office is offering a reward of up to $30,000 for information...
Amanda Crawford Appointed as Commissioner of Insurance
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Amanda Crawford as the Commissioner of Insurance for a term set to expire on February 1, 2027.
$3.5M Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund Grant Awarded to TSTC in Hutto
Governor Greg Abbott announced that a Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant of $3.5 million has been extended to Texas State Technical College (TSTC) for their Accelerated Semiconductor Technician Training Program (ASTTP) at the Williamson County Campus in Hutto.
Brownsville Nationally Ranked for Economic Growth
Brownsville’s economic momentum continues to gain national attention as recent reports highlight the region’s growing strength in both economic competitiveness and population growth trends.
McAllen Vital Statistics Department Receives Statewide Recognition
The City of McAllen’s City Secretary Vital Statistics Department has received the 2025 Vital Statistics Spotlight Award from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) in the Local Registrars category.
Where Opportunity Meets Community: Join the Jumpstart Career Expo 2026, Feb. 17th
Workforce Solutions, in collaboration with the City of McAllen, the McAllen Economic Development Corporation, and the McAllen Chamber of Commerce as supporting community partners, is pleased to invite you to participate in the Jumpstart Career Expo 2026, one of the largest job fairs in South Texas.
Get Ready to Run! The McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Weekend is Jan. 16th –17th Â
Preparations are underway for the 13th Annual McAllen Marathon Scott Crane Run, presented by H-E-B Helping Here, as the City of McAllen readies to welcome thousands of runners and spectators for one of South Texas’ premier running events on Saturday, January 17, 2026.
Bipartisan Bill Targeting DUI‑Related Deaths or Injuries by Illegal Aliens Introduced
the Stop Illegal Aliens Drunk Driving Act, which would strengthen current immigration laws to ensure aliens who drive drunk and kill or seriously maim someone can be arrested, detained, and removed from the United States as aggravated felons and also permanently bar them from obtaining an immigration status like asylum or holding a Green Card.

























