US authorities have arrested ‘El Mayo’ Zambada, a historic leader of Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, a historic leader of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel, and Joaquín Guzmán López, a son of another infamous cartel leader, were arrested by U.S. authorities in Texas on Thursday, the U.S. Justice Department said.
Federal agents at Delia’s Tamales in McAllen
McALLEN — Federal agents were seen entering the Delia’s Tamales restaurant at 3400 N. 10 St. Wednesday morning.
Harlingen sues over once-controversial Bass Pro Shop development
The city of Harlingen and its economic arm have sued over the Bass Pro Shop development — a once-controversial proposal that resulted in a fiery public discussion over whether the plan was worth the price tag.
Judge denies Texas AG’s request to depose Catholic Charities
A state district judge has knocked down an attempt by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to depose Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley in a bid to suss out information on alleged human smuggling.
Lawsuit brought by woman charged with murder for abortion to move forward
McALLEN — A federal judge on Wednesday denied three motions to dismiss the lawsuit filed by attorneys representing Lizelle Gonzalez against Starr County, District Attorney Gocha A. Ramirez, Assistant District Attorney Alexandria Lynn Barrera and Sheriff Rene Fuentes.
Harlingen borrowing $10 million to help fund $258 million project
HARLINGEN — Officials here are launching the biggest project in Harlingen’s history, borrowing $10 million through a 30-year loan to help fund the first part of a $258 million WaterWorks master plan aimed at overhauling an aging sewer system.
Kids Appreciation Day set for Saturday at Gladys Porter Zoo
The Gladys Porter Zoo will be celebrating children this week with its 20th annual Kids Appreciation Day on Saturday.
Brownsville, Harlingen doctors urge healthy habits as school year returns
It’s that time again.
Glizzey’s Food Trailer opens in Harlingen
HARLINGEN — There’s a sort of monotony in the sameness of things.
Harlingen mulling options to extend trail amid homeowner opposition
HARLINGEN — Amid some Parkwood homeowners’ opposition, city officials are planning alternative routes aimed at extending the Arroyo Hike and Bike Trail across its most remote, woody stretch.