STATE NEWS
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas— The Laredo Port of Entry SENTRI, Global Entry-designated enrollment facility is excited to announce the launch of a new dedicated email inbox, designed specifically for participants to update their account information with ease and efficiency. “We are committed to making the account update process as seamless as possible for our
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at Laredo Port of Entry this weekend seized more than $498,000 in cocaine in a single enforcement action. “The experience and tenacity of our frontline CBP officers combined with the effective use of non-intrusive inspection system technology resulted in the takedown
Courtesy Brigette Garay, (Laredo, Texas)-On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, Melanie Ashley Villarreal was indicted by a Webb County grand jury for the murder of Juan Miguel Esquivel on September 15, 2023 by delivering fentanyl to him at her house. The state-federal fentanyl overdose task force that the District Attorney’s Office is part of conducted the
Courtesy Brigette Garay, (Laredo, Texas)-The District Attorney’s Office reports that a jury found Jamal Julian Brown guilty of Unlawful Restraint Expose to SBI F/3 and Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Violence C/A on February 5, 2025. This case came to light on February 10, 2022, when Laredo Police Department was dispatched to an assault in
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry during a recent 72-hour period apprehended two men wanted on outstanding felony warrants for sex-related offenses against children, both from the state of Texas, in two separate incidents. “Our frontline CBP officers continue to exercise vigilance in the
Courtesy Joe Garcia, McAllen, TX — The highly anticipated McAllen International CarFest is back to celebrate its 15th Anniversary from Friday, January 31, through Sunday, February 2, 2025, at the McAllen Convention Center. With over 300 stunning vehicles, thrilling attractions, and activities for the entire family, CarFest remains the premier automotive event in South Texas.
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, McAllen, TX – January 24, 2025 – The McAllen Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and McAllen Chamber of Commerce proudly announce the appointment of Elizabeth Suarez as their joint CEO. This historic move marks a new era for McAllen, fostering greater synergy between business advocacy, economic growth, and tourism promotion. The appointment of
Courtesy Richard Pauza, LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry yesterday apprehended a local man with an outstanding felony warrant for an alleged sex offense involving a child. “Our frontline officers continue to uphold our border security mission and demonstrated that through a recent apprehension of a man
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, McAllen Tax Office reminds residents to pay 2024 property taxes (McAllen, Texas)-The deadline to pay City of McAllen property taxes without penalty and interest is Fri., Jan. 31, 2025. Payments can be made in person, online or via mail by the deadline to avoid penalties and fees. The City of McAllen Tax
Courtesy Xochitl Mora, (McAllen, Texas)-McAllen Public Library (MPL) is excited to announce its selection as a recipient of the Public Library Association (PLA) Digital Literacy Workshop Incentive, supported by AT&T. This $10,000 grant will fund free, five-week digital literacy courses offered in both English and Spanish, with American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation available upon request.
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