Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-In response to recent flooding, the City of McAllen will waive building permit requirements for home repairs caused by flood damage. This measure is intended to help residents recover more quickly from the effects of the storm. This waiver will be in effect for a grace period of 90 days to

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, Mcallen, Texas-City of McAllen Emergency Management officials are encouraging residents and businesses to report damages related to yesterday’s severe thunderstorm. The community’s help will be vital in assessing the impact of the recent storm in the community. Residents and businesses who experienced storm-related damage, please report it through the Texas Division of

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-The McAllen Public Utility (MPU) Drive-Thru, located on the east side of McAllen City Hall at 1300 W. Houston Ave., will remain temporarily closed until further notice to allow the contractor additional time to complete renovations. During this period, MPU customers can continue to make payments at the customer service window

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-The McAllen Public Utility (MPU) Drive-Thru, located on the east side of McAllen City Hall at 1300 W. Houston Ave., will undergo renovations and will be temporarily closed for one week, starting on Mon., March 24, 2025. During this time, MPU customers can continue to make payments at the customer service

Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry apprehended a traveler wanted in Waco, Texas on an outstanding felony warrant for indecency with a child, sexual contact. “Felony sexual offenses involving children are among the most heinous of the crimes that we encounter and apprehension of

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (Laredo, Texas)-Valid identification, cash checks, money order or credit card required to apply; first come, first serve (McAllen, Texas)-The City of McAllen Vital Statistics Department will be open on Sat., March 22, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at its location in the McAllen Downtown Parking Garage, 221 S. 15th St.

Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry, encountered a man wanted for homicide in Arkansas. “Bringing a fugitive to justice is not only about the arrest, but also about honoring the lives lost in this particular incident and ensuring accountability,” said Port Director Albert Flores,

Courtesy Esther Herrera, McAllen Public Library is proud to announce that its Palm View Branch Library has been selected as one of only 10 Texas libraries to receive funding through the Family Place Libraries™ Project Grant, awarded by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC). This initiative will allow Palm View Branch to develop

Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-McAllen Public Library will host its Fifth Annual World Languages Festival, an IFEA award-winning celebration of global cultures through language, music, and the arts. The festival will take place on Sat., March 8, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Main Library, located at 4001 N. 23rd St., McAllen.