$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.
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.
TIPA’s 2026 Texas Produce Hall of Fame Inductees
The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA) has announced the 2026 inductees into the Texas Produce Hall of Fame, one of the most prestigious honors recognizing leaders whose vision, service, and commitment have shaped the Texas produce industry. The celebration will take place on Monday, January 19th, at the Mission Events Center in Mission, Texas, with festivities beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Weslaco EDC Marks a Year of Economic Progress
The Weslaco Economic Development Corporation (EDC) has completed its Fiscal Year 2024–2025 with strong performance across key economic sectors, continued infrastructure improvements, and expanded support for local businesses.
50 Illegal Aliens Detained Following Houston‑Area Raids
Attorney General Ken Paxton’s Criminal Investigation Division recently detained fifty illegal aliens during continued operational activity in the Houston metropolitan area and turned them over to federal authorities for deportation proceedings.

























