Brownsville mineral company sued by its own insurance carrier
An insurer to a controversial heavy industrial company located in Brownsville has asked a federal judge to rule that the insurer, The Burlington Insurance Company, is not legally bound to defend the company, Milwhite Inc., against a class-action lawsuit by residents of an adjacent neighborhood.
Valley’s water woes prolonged as reservoir levels continue to plummet
As water levels continue to plummet at the two international reservoirs that supply the Rio Grande Valley with water, concern from local and federal leaders continues to mount.
National Park Service recognizes San Juan church’s Underground Railroad role
SAN JUAN — A local historical site sitting between the Rio Grande and the border wall is being recognized for the role it played in helping slaves escape to freedom in Mexico.
Valley school districts receive grant to boost social studies education
Through a U.S Department of Education grant, Region One Education Service Center is hoping to boost social studies education in underserved populations through professional development and hands-on field experiences.
Legislators challenge state’s ‘damaging’ decision impacting low-income health plans
State Sen. Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa along with 19 fellow South Texas legislators have penned a letter to Gov. Greg Abbott expressing concerns about the Driscoll Health Plan (DHP) potentially being replaced with a for-profit entity, which they fear would adversely impact low-income residents in the region and jeopardize nearly 500 jobs.
Rep. Henry Cuellar indicted on conspiracy, bribery charges
U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Laredo, and his wife Imelda Cuellar have been indicted on conspiracy, bribery and money laundering charges.
FBI finds ‘over 200 gigabytes’ of child porn on Mission man’s computer
A Mission man is under arrest after the FBI found "over 200 gigabytes" of child sexual abuse material on his computer.
Valley sisters plead guilty to $3.6 million tax fraud scheme
Three sisters who operated Campos Tax Service in the Rio Grande Valley have pleaded guilty to filing more than $3,600,000 in fraudulent tax filings.
Agriculture burning in Mexico impacting Valley; triple digits possible next week
