Cornyn removes himself from FBI consideration
Texas Republican Sen. John Cornyn removed himself from consideration for FBI director Tuesday, and in a statement said that whoever is nominated for the...
Roma water plant under review by state regulators
ROMA — The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality confirmed that the city’s water system is currently under review for failing to submit water samples...
Pair charged with Monday bank robbery
McALLEN — Police charged a couple Tuesday in connection with a bank robbery early Monday morning.Gilberto Lopez Jr., 46, and Elidia Martha Decker, 37,...
EDITORIAL: Pharr’s approach to digital divide makes good sense
We applaud the city of Pharr and all its collaborators for taking the lead in launching a pilot program that will provide free internet...
Teen sentenced in connection with federal drug charges
McALLEN — A U.S. District Judge sentenced a Rio Grande City teen to 18 months in prison for his role in a drug operation.For...
CBP officers at Anzalduas Port of Entry seize $186,000 in cocaine
HIDALGO — U.S. Customs and Border Protection on May 12 at the Anzalduas International Bridge seized alleged cocaine valued at $186,660 during an enforcement...
COMMENTARY: Don’t cut 21st Century Community Learning grants
BY IVY STEJSKALAt IDEA Public Schools, we believe that every student has the potential to matriculate to and through college. We also understand the...
CBP officers seize over $313,000 in cocaine at Pharr Port of Entry
PHARR — U.S. Customs and Border Protection on May 9 at the Pharr International Bridge seized alleged cocaine valued at $313,140, according to a...
UTRGV CREATIVE WRITING SERIES: Her name is Ana B. Woods
BY POEM BY VIOLETA RODRIGUEZShe is fierceShe is love,She is not about togive up,Her bones are storiesof Ana.Another tube, another needle, another meal,White coats...
McAllen Parks & Rec seeking community input for future parks
The City of McAllen Parks & Recreation Department needs new ideas for new parks.The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department requests all government entities develop...
