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Federal Authorities Announce Charges and Millions in Rewards for Top Mexican Cartel Bosses

The Department of Justice, in coordination with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and National Coordination Center (NCC) announced new charges of the most-wanted leaders of Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG)

DPS Urges Texans to Prioritize School Zone and Student Safety

As students head back to the classroom, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds all Texans to exercise heightened caution and adhere to safety measures implemented to protect students, staff and fellow drivers this school year.

Kids Mercadito to Inspire the RGV’s Next Generation of Entrepreneurs

What if the next generation of business leaders isn't waiting until adulthood to get started?

Nighttime lane reductions WB I-2 frontage road in San Juan for pavement repairs, Aug...

Nighttime pavement repairs on the westbound I-2 main lanes in San Juan, between Cesar Chavez Rd. and FM 2557 (Stewart Rd.), has been completed and road crews will now shift over to the westbound frontage road in the same area

Pharr Breaks Ground on New Retail Development Along Nolana Loop

The Pharr Economic Development Corporation, in partnership with Impulso Developments and NAI STX, held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new commercial retail development at 705 W. Nolana Loop, marking another investment in the city's continuing commercial growth.

How the Port of Brownsville Is Training the Next Generation of Maritime Leaders

Like many people who grew up in the Rio Grande Valley, we probably past the Port of Brownsville countless times. We knew it was an important part of our community, but I never truly understood what happened beyond its gates until I came on board as an intern at the port. 

Judge Orders Qatari National Detained on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges

 A 42-year-old match promoter with the FIFA national football organization and a representative of the Qatar football team has been charged with transportation of child pornography.

Over $1.1M in Cocaine Intercepted by CBP Officers at Laredo Port of Entry

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Laredo Port of Entry seized cocaine that totaled over $1,100,000, in two separate incidents.

TxDOT Calls on E-Scooter Riders to Follow Bicycle Laws

Electric scooters are a common way for Texans to get around, especially in urban areas. But while they offer convenience and flexibility, e-scooters also introduce new safety challenges on streets and sidewalks.

12th Annual South Texas International Film Festival Returns to Edinburg, Sept. 10-12

Independent cinema takes center stage in the Rio Grande Valley as the City of Edinburg hosts the 12th Annual South Texas International Film Festival (STXIFF) from September 10–12, 2026, at the Edinburg Arts, Culture, and Events (ACE) Center.

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