STATE NEWS
Courtesy Arturo Olivarez, Washington, DC – U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) released the following statement on the Republican-proposed laddered Continuing Resolution: “I oppose the Republican-proposed laddered Continuing Resolution (CR). This proposal doesn’t include emergency supplemental funding for Border Patrol and other operators who are working tirelessly to secure the border, doubles the likelihood of
Courtesy Andres Garcia, LAREDO, Texas – The City of Laredo announces the closure of all administrative offices in observance of Veterans Day on Friday, November 10, 2023. All services will resume to normal operation hours on Monday, November 13, 2023. Various operations and services will continue to be offered, as indicated below: Garbage & Recycling
Courtesy Jennifer Gutierrez, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, Laredo Port of Entry officers detained one male United States citizen wanted for alleged lewd and lascivious acts towards a minor. “Child sexual abuse can be devastating to those who endure it,” said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo Port of Entry. “Thorough
Courtesy Jose Garcia, (McAllen, Texas)-McAllen Performing Arts Center is thrilled to announce the national tour of COME FROM AWAY, a Broadway musical about the true story of the small town that welcomed the world, will make its McAllen debut at McAllen Performing Arts Center for a limited engagement on March 17 2024. COME FROM AWAY
Courtesy Arturo Olivarez, Washington, DC – U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), U.S. Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16), and U.S. Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) introduced the Office of Colonias and Farmworker Initiatives Establishment Act of 2023. The legislation creates an Office of Colonias and Farmworker Initiatives within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to better focus
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers assigned to the Colombia-Solidarity Bridge this week seized cocaine in a commercial conveyance that totaled over $3.5 million in street value. “A significant seizure like this one underscores the seriousness of the narcotics threat we face every day and the commitment
Courtesy Arturo Olivarez, Washington, DC – U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) announced $1,875,000 in federal funds to hire police officers in Laredo. The funds, provided by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Community Oriented Policing Service (COPS) Hiring Program, will be used to hire 15 officers. “The COPS Hiring Program provides our local law enforcement
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, In celebration of Passport & Vital Statistics Day, residents encouraged to apply for passport book/card; request birth or death certificates on this day (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen Passport Division Facility will host a Passport & Vital Statistics Fair on Saturday, November 4, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, On-site interviews and opportunity for same day selection for those hired (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen will be hosting a job fair on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the McAllen Public Library, 4001 N. 23rd St. Those interested should bring their resumés but are encouraged to
Courtesy Arturo Olivarez, Washington, DC – U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28) hosted a webinar on funding opportunities for street infrastructure. Representatives from the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) discussed a wide range of current and future funding opportunities for eligible entities. These opportunities were made possible by the
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