US Rep. Gonzalez secures $1.2M grant for Brownsville’s StartUp Texas program
U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez announced $1.2 million in funding from the U.S. Economic Development Administration to accelerate technology entrepreneurship in the region.
Retired Brownsville prof, Cuban exile reflects on growing up in Puerto Rico
University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley Emeritus Professor of Literature and Culture Eduardo Del Rio recently published a book titled “CubaRican” about his experiences as a Cuban exile growing up in Puerto Rico, a familiar experience shared by Latinos who have moved from their native country.
Brownsville Lopez dancer reflects on performing in Macy’s parade
Jacqueline Silva reached one of her long-term goals when she danced in this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Brownsville shelter dogs find new homes via Border Patrol
Three dogs at the Brownsville animal shelter have found new homes with U.S. Border Patrol agents, an unintended consequence of the REAL Mission job shadowing program with the Brownsville Independent School District.
La Estacion’s Concha Caliente con Crema will warm the soul
McALLEN — I have been slighted.
Eagle Pass border crossing closed after illegal entries
PHOENIX (AP) — A Texas border crossing was closed to vehicles Monday, and traffic at an Arizona crossing was limited to shift more resources to illegal entries, U.S. authorities said in the latest sign of how fast-changing migration routes are challenging the government to keep up.
CBP, Cameron County partner for improvements at Los Indios’ Free Trade Bridge
U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Cameron County on Friday announced a formal partnership to build a small-scale infrastructure improvement project at the Free Trade Bridge in Los Indios.
Man charged with smuggling nearly 500 pounds of marijuana in Brownsville
A man from Mexico was arrested on Wednesday after he rolled his vehicle over and Border Patrol agents discovered he was transporting nearly 500 pounds of marijuana into the United States.
Trevor Lawrence throws for 364 yards, Texans miss late field goal as Jags hold...
HOUSTON (AP) — Trevor Lawrence threw for 364 yards and a touchdown, and the AFC South-leading Jacksonville Jaguars escaped with a 24-21 victory over the division rival Houston Texans on Sunday when Matt Ammendola's 58-yard field goal attempt bounced off the crossbar with 34 seconds left.
Bland, Prescott help Cowboys to 13th straight home win over Commanders on Thanksgiving
ARLINGTON (AP) — DaRon Bland set an NFL record with his fifth interception return for a touchdown this season, Dak Prescott threw four TD passes and the Dallas Cowboys pulled away for a 45-10 Thanksgiving victory over the Washington Commanders on Thursday.