Brownsville man accused of murdering common law wife over jealousy
Authorities arrested a Brownsville area man Thursday morning on allegations of murdering his common law wife because of “jealousy problems.”
Edcouch-Elsa ISD names lone finalist for superintendent
The Edcouch-Elsa ISD Board of Trustees unanimously named Alda T. Benavides lone finalist for the position of superintendent Wednesday.
After court order, LUPE demands Edinburg take action on minimum wage proposal
EDINBURG — Community activists are alleging that officials here are refusing to comply with a federal court order mandating that the Edinburg City Council be presented with a proposal to implement a $15 minimum wage for all city workers and contractors.
Harlingen’s Riofest lineup, events announced
HARLINGEN — Would you like to see La Mafia, the Kumbia Kings, Diamond Rio and Los Palominos in one weekend – and in one place?
San Benito 6-year-old girl boards wrong school bus
SAN BENITO — School officials are reviewing procedures after a 6-year-old San Benito student was placed on the wrong bus before a driver found her sleeping in her seat after parking in the district’s bus barn.
Chapa retiring as Santa Rosa ISD superintendent
Santa Rosa ISD announced Monday the retirement of Superintendent Yolanda Chapa and the beginning of a superintendent search.
Weslaco ISD trustees call for $160 million bond election
Weslaco ISD trustees unanimously ordered Tuesday a $160 million bond election for November — the largest in the district’s history.
City of Harlingen, HCISD leaders negotiating security contract
HARLINGEN — After a year-long standoff, city officials and school leaders are working on resuming an agreement aimed at providing the district with police protection after parents called for heightened security on campuses.
Demolition done for Harlingen to Edinburg connector; new one under construction
The Harlingen to Edinburg connector in the Pharr Interchange project is officially no more.
After a year on the job, McAllen Chamber of Commerce CEO resigns
McALLEN — Josh Mejia, the president and CEO of the McAllen Chamber of Commerce, has stepped down from the position effective immediately.
