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House bill would allow military dogs to be buried at national cemeteries

U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, D-Texas-34, has introduced a bill that would allow working military dogs to be buried in national cemeteries.

Lawsuit: Raymondville mental health facility filed $111 million in false medical claims

The federal government has filed a forfeiture lawsuit against a Raymondville-based mental health service provider that fraudulently billed Medicaid for millions of dollars in services that it never provided, federal court documents reflect.

Harlingen man pleads guilty to killing Harlingen High School senior

A 20-year-old Harlingen man accused of shooting and killing a Harlingen High School student in 2021 has been sentenced to 50 years in state prison after pleading guilty to a murder charge, state court documents reflect.

Career Milestone: Rita Garcia marks 50 years at Point Isabel ISD

There’s no getting around the fact Rita Garcia has reached a milestone in her career with the Point Isabel Independent School District, but whether she actually retires this time around is another matter.

Goats, chickens, cattle take center stage at the Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show and...

MERCEDES — Hank stood in relaxed unawareness of his glory, looking at the people and the passing projects with only lazy glances.

Photo Gallery: Goats, chickens, cattle take center stage at the Rio Grande Valley Livestock...

MERCEDES — The Rio Grande Valley Livestock Show and Rodeo was in full swing with numerous events and competitions. Read the full story here. RELATED READING: https://myrgv.com/local-news/2023/03/15/goats-chickens-cattle-take-center-stage-at-the-rio-grande-valley-livestock-show-and-rodeo/

Former Tamaulipas governor sentenced to nine years in federal prison

Former Tamaulipas governor and presidential candidate Tómas Yarrington Rubalcava has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison after pleading guilty to a charge of money laundering, federal court documents reflect.

AP source: Cowboys to release 2-time rushing champ Elliott

By SCHUYLER DIXON | AP Pro Football Writer The Dallas Cowboys plan to release running back Ezekiel Elliott, ending a seven-season run for a two-time...

San Benito builds biggest fund balances

SAN BENITO — For seven years, officials here have been working to build the biggest cash reserves in the city’s history.

Grupo Siggno to headline Hog Waddle 2023

SAN BENITO — Tejano group Grupo Siggno will perform at Hog Waddle 2023 March 25 at the San Benito Fairgrounds.