A Milestone for Mission’s Small Businesses
Texas Border Business By Roberto Hugo González / Texas Border Business Teclo Garcia, CEO of the Mission Economic Development Corporation, announced that the Ruby Red Ventures...
Statement from McAllen Mayor Javier Villalobos
Following a deadly rollover crash in McAllen during the early hours of Saturday, November 29, 2025 — a tragedy authorities have linked to the ongoing issues surrounding the 17th Street Entertainment District — Mayor Javier Villalobos publicly addressed the incident and the growing safety concerns tied to nightlife operations in the area.
51 Illegal Aliens Locked in Trailer Among 235 New Cases Filed in Relation Border...
A total of 235 more individuals have been charged in immigration and border security-related matters from Nov. 21-27.
Laredo CBP Officers Apprehend Man Wanted for Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse of a Minor
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Laredo Port of Entry on Thanksgiving Day encountered and apprehended a male senior citizen wanted in Illinois on an outstanding felony warrant for a sex-related offense against a minor.
Real-Time Holiday Mail Counter Goes Live
The United States Postal Service’s busiest holiday season is in full swing as its real-time Holiday Mail Counter  goes live online, and McAllen Postal Service leaders say they are ready to deliver for every American's holiday mailing and shipping needs.Â
Hidalgo CBP Officers Apprehend Man Wanted for Sexual Assault of a Child
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Hidalgo Port of Entry encountered and apprehended a man wanted in the local area on an outstanding felony warrant for a sex-related offense against a child
Hope Stirs at the World Trade Organization?
Ambassador Joseph Barloon’s confirmation as U.S. Ambassador to the World Trade Organization (WTO) is welcome news for American businesses and workers. As a participant in September’s WTO Public Forum in Geneva,
Career Criminal Sentenced to 15 Years for Illegal Possession of Firearm
 A 48-year-old Houston resident has been ordered to federal prison for possessing a firearm after being previously convicted of three serious drug felonies.
Governor & First Lady Deliver Meals on Wheels for Thanksgiving
Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott volunteered with Meals on Wheels Central Texas to deliver Thanksgiving meals to Texas families and homebound seniors in Austin.Â
TxDOT to Break Ground on State Loop 195 in Rio Grande City
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) plans to join elected officials Tuesday, Dec. 2, at 10 a.m., in Rio Grande City, for the groundbreaking of State Loop 195.
























