STATE NEWS
Courtesy Arturo Olivarez, The Upgrades were Made Possible by Community Project Funding Secured by Dr. Cuellar in FY24 LAREDO, TX – U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) joined local leaders in Laredo to announce a $500,000 federal earmark to pave colonias roads in Webb County. The upgrades were made possible by Community Project Funding secured
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-Erika Prosper Nirenberg, the First Lady of San Antonio, and Senior Director of Customer Insights for H-E-B will be the speaker Friday, March 22, at the McAllen Chamber Legendary McAllen Women’s Luncheon. She will join fellow trailblazers Lorena Castillo, Gloria Gracia, Francy Ann Jones, Dr. Lynda L. Laurin, Dr. Karen Lozano,
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operation officers assigned to the World Trade Bridge seized methamphetamine that totaled over $8,400,000 in street value. “Optimal targeting efforts were keen in foiling this drug smuggling attempt,” said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo Port of Entry. “CBP personnel are persistent in protecting
Courtesy Arturo Olivarez, WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) released a statement after the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency finalized a rule to address exposure to ethylene oxide emissions and reduce risk to cancer. “I applaud the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for releasing a final rule today that will reduce the risk of
Courtesy Elias Rodriguez, BROWNSVILLE, Texas – As Spring Break traffic begins, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Brownsville Port of Entry encountered a Houston man wanted on a felony warrant for capital murder. “As Spring Break traffic begins to pick up, our frontline CBP officers continue to maintain strict vigilance and apprehended a man
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-Keep McAllen Beautiful (KMB) is proud to announce their annual Paint McAllen Beautiful project. Keep McAllen Beautiful is able to fund paint and supplies for the project through grant funding and qualifying applicants will have their home painted free of charge. Qualifying McAllen applicants are being sought to be selected for
Courtesy Jennifer Gutierrez, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge uncovered two alleged smuggling attempts involving two adults and three minors and also discovered a counterfeit entry document in three separate incidents over the weekend. One woman and two men were arrested in connection with the
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-The Palm Awards is pleased to announce the upcoming Nomination Breakfast to recognize the outstanding contributions of high school theater directors and celebrate the achievements of young talents in the theater arts. The nominations, including but not limited to, categories such as Best Production, Best Actor/Actress, and Best Technical Crew, will
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-Meet Gage, the embodiment of boundless energy and infectious enthusiasm! 🐾 This fun-loving pup thrives on adventure and exploration, his zest for life evident in every jump and playful bound. Whether it’s a game of fetch or a hike through nature’s wonders, Gage is always up for an outdoor escapade. Despite
Courtesy Noraida Negron, Laredo, Texas — The City of Laredo Utilities Department announces the beginning of the annual water treatment free chlorine conversion from chloramine disinfection. This treatment is required by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and will begin on Sunday, March 03, 2024, and will last approximately 30 days. During this period, consumers
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