Courtesy Noraida Negron, LAREDO, TX – Following last night’s severe storm, significant damage was sustained on the Mexican side of the World Trade Bridge, including major damage to the roof of the customs facility, which has severely impacted the importation process. As a result, southbound commercial truck traffic is currently halted from crossing into Mexico.

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Valid identification, check or money order on hand required to apply; first come, first serve (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen Passports Division will be open for extended hours on Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The department is located at the City of McAllen Downtown Parking Garage, 221

Courtesy Krislym Tatum, Laredo, TX – Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $6,005,040 in Federal Funding for Gateway Community Health Centers. “The $6,005,040 in funding will significantly enhance our Gateway Community Health Center locations, which serve more than 32,000 patients annually,” said Dr. Cuellar. “Gateway Health is an outstanding community partner across South Texas and these federal

Courtesy Tatum Krislyn, Zapata, TX – Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $2,678,762 in federal funding for Zapata County ISD for free or reduced meals for Zapata County ISD students for the 2023 to 2024 school year. “I’m pleased to announce over $2.6 million in federal reimbursements for Zapata County ISD towards providing free or reduced-cost meals

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, City Attorney Isaac Tawil has extensive municipal, leadership and public service experience (McAllen, Texas)-McAllen Mayor Javer Villalobos and the McAllen City Commission are pleased to announce the selection of Isaac Tawil as McAllen’s next City Manager, following a comprehensive and competitive search. Tawil brings a wealth of experience in public administration, leadership,

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-It’s time to get healthy at the third annual Family Health Fair hosted by McAllen Public Library on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Main Library on 23rd St. and Nolana Ave. This family-friendly event provides an opportunity to learn, participate, and take proactive measures

Courtesy Krislyn Tatum, Laredo, TX – Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) to announce two Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) grants totaling over $3.6 million to Support the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) and College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) on Friday, August 9, 2024, at 9:00 A.M. CST. The grants will sustain the critical Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Highlights of proposed $652 million budget include infrastructure, development projects (McAllen, Texas)-Starting tomorrow, the McAllen City Commission will hear from McAllen City Management on the proposed $652 million budget for the City of McAllen for the upcoming fiscal year, 2024-2025. Highlights of the budget for the City of McAllen include a multitude