McAllen Police Arrest Suspect in 2022 Homicide Investigation
McAllen Police Officers arrested a suspect in a 2022 homicide investigation. Keith Vladimir Garcia was identified as the suspect in the stabbing death of George Chavez in July 2022. The victim in this case appeared to have “stab wounds,” assaulted in the area of the 2200 block of Datepalm Avenue.
BCIC Opens Speaker Applications for RGV Startup Week 2026
Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC), in collaboration with The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center (UTRGV ECC), announced that RGV Startup Week 2026 will take place April 24 through May 1, 2026, with events hosted in Brownsville and partner cities across the Rio Grande Valley.
Pharr Welcomes 2026 with Thousands at Downtown Ball Drop
For the fourth year in a row, thousands gathered in Downtown Pharr to ring in the new year at the highly anticipated Ball Drop 2026.
City of Edinburg Promotes Tree Recycling Program Through the End of January
The City of Edinburg is encouraging residents to take advantage of the Tree Recycling Program that helps transform their Christmas trees into mulch at designated drop-off locations.
Brownsville Considers New Rules for Midtown Entertainment District
The Brownsville City Commission is considering whether to approve the implementation of the Midtown Entertainment District, a proposal that would create new rules for entertainment-oriented businesses in the area.
Inside the U.S. Economy: What 2026 Will Bring
A strong economy means more opportunities for growth in communities across the country. It means higher paychecks and more chances for Americans to reach their American dream.
DHR Health Celebrates 100th ECMO Patient
Texas Border Business EDINBURG, Texas - Driven by its mission to heal even the most critically ill patients across the Rio Grande Valley, DHR Health recently...
Texas Attorney General Blocks Samsung’s Illegal Smart TV Data Spying
Texas Border Business AUSTIN – Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a major victory against Samsung, halting the company’s use of technology that allowed it to...
REMINDER: Upcoming Emissions Test Requirement in San Antonio Area
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds drivers in San Antonio and surrounding communities to begin preparing their vehicles for new emissions testing requirements, which take effect later this year under House Bill 3297.
CBP Modernizes Electronic Refund Enrollment Process
The trade community can expect faster refunds, thanks to two recent upgrades to U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Automated Commercial Environment Secure Data Portal that will prepare users for the transition to an electronic refund process Feb. 6, 2026.
























