Cano Health, which left the Valley last year, files for bankruptcy
A healthcare provider that recently left the South Texas market has failed to stem losses and is filing for bankruptcy.
Ballot places drawn for May BISD special election
Marisa F. Leal has drawn the top spot on a May 4 special election ballot to determine the true winner of her disputed race in 2020 with Minerva M. Pena that went all the way to the Texas Supreme Court.
Brownsville ISD begins work on 2024-2025 budget
The Brownsville Independent School District began work on its 2024-2025 budget at a Saturday morning workshop that sought everyone’s help to offset the impact of reduced state funding and still improve classroom instruction.
Brownsville police arrest man with 54 pounds of cocaine following chase, crash
Brownsville police apprehended a man for possession of a controlled substance after he fled a traffic stop and crashed into a government vehicle, according to a criminal complaint.
Commentary: New cancer screening technology could save lives, costs for millions
Millions of Americans have seen a loved one diagnosed with cancer or been diagnosed with the disease themselves. While important gains have been made in the war on cancer thanks to screening improvements and healthier lifestyles, the numbers are still staggering.
Cameron County signs agreement with broadband provider
Expanding high-speed internet services countywide is the purpose of an agreement signed by Cameron County Judge Eddie Trevino Jr. and VTX1 Internet CEO Patrick McDonnell during an official ceremony Monday morning at the Cameron County Courthouse/Oscar C. Dancy Building in Brownsville.
Robotics helps to build future generation of Valley engineers
MISSION — For engineering students in South Texas, the FIRST in Texas championship is not just about robotics, and it shows. During Saturday’s competition, students exhibited camaraderie, passion and ambition in this tight-knit community.
Letters to the Editor | Week of Feb. 5-10, 2024
Letters to the editor published in The Monitor, Valley Morning Star and The Brownsville Herald during the week of Feb. 5, 2024. Contributors addressed voting, the proposed land exchange between the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and SpaceX and liquefied natural gas terminals. In addition we received a remembrance of Harlingen’s late Mayor Connie de la Garza and thanks for Christmas donations for children.
Brownsville brothers sought in murders of two Hidalgo County men
The Cameron County Sheriff's Office are looking for two Brownsville brothers accused of fatally gunning down two Hidalgo County men on Jan. 27.
Original Valley play highlights culture, time travel
"Back to the 956," an original play about a broken family, Valley culture, a time traveling machine and alternate universes is set to open Saturday night at the Edinburg Municipal Auditorium.