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.
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.
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.