Courtesy Xochitl Mora, The City of McAllen and MAFO leaders announced a partnership to host the national farmworker conference on April 26-29, 2020 in McAllen. Over 400 delegates from around the state and nation are expected to convene in McAllen for the conference. “MAFO is a national partnership of farmworker and rural organizations and we

Courtesy Richard Pauza,  LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations (OFO) CBP officers at Laredo Port of Entry recently seized a significant amount of hard narcotics with a combined total street value exceeding $2.4 million in two enforcement actions over the weekend. “These significant seizures illustrate the commitment our CBP officers have

Courtesy Charlotte Laracy, Continuing Resolution Contains No Money for Border Wall Washington, D.C.— Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) voted for a Continuing Resolution (CR) that will extend federal government funding through December 20th, allowing additional time for lawmakers to complete the formal appropriations process. This resolution will also fund critical programs for the people of the 28th District

Courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Protection,   WASHINGTON—Many hunters enjoy traveling to international destinations, but before heading on that international hunting trip, there are certain requirements hunters must first satisfy.  “When planning your trip, it is important to remember that regulations change frequently around the world, depending on outbreaks of exotic plant and animal diseases,” said Steve

Courtesy Richard Pauza,  LAREDO, Texas –U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced today that Rose Brophy, formerly the Director, Field Operations, Buffalo Field Office, has been selected as interim Director, Field Operations for Laredo Field Office. Brophy succeeds DFO David P. Higgerson, who retires after 49+ years of federal service. Ms. Brophy is expected to enter on

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Indie rock, R&B and yoga elements designed to get blood pumping and flowing  MCALLEN, TX – Sunset Live is back this Saturday, November 9, 2019 at the McAllen Convention Center for its second show of the 14th season. The second show for the fall line-up includes Goodgirl who has quickly established themselves as

Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Laredo Port of Entry detained two passengers this weekend, on different occasions, with outstanding warrants for sex-related offenses against children.  “CBP officers remain vigilant in intercepting travelers with outstanding warrants, particularly those involving sex-related offenses against children,” said Port Director Alberto

Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is introducing biometric facial comparison technology to further secure and streamline travel through the Laredo Port of Entry.  The technology will be deployed in early November at three of the 22 pedestrian lanes at Laredo (two at Gateway to the Americas Bridge and at one

Courtesy Yajaira Flores, McALLEN, Tx- As part of the Tecate Catrina Music Fest celebrations, the McAllen Convention Center unveils the largest Catrina in the U.S. “La Catrina”, the female skeleton that has become symbolic with the Day of the Dead, will be on display at the McAllen Convention Center Oval Park October 29th to November