‘It’s beautiful’: Mexican, Valley artists color MXLAN with splashes of culture
McALLEN — If MXLAN is a canvas, it's been painted this weekend with a color palette of rich traditions, cultures and customs. An exhibition of life in Latin America.
McAllen mulls political sign restrictions
McALLEN — Anyone who's driven down Bicentennial Boulevard in McAllen has seen them — a mountain of political signs that seem to linger long after the polls have closed.
Valley’s water woes prolonged as reservoir levels continue to plummet
As water levels continue to plummet at the two international reservoirs that supply the Rio Grande Valley with water, concern from local and federal leaders continues to mount.
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.
Valley school districts receive grant to boost social studies education
Through a U.S Department of Education grant, Region One Education Service Center is hoping to boost social studies education in underserved populations through professional development and hands-on field experiences.
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.
FBI finds ‘over 200 gigabytes’ of child porn on Mission man’s computer
A Mission man is under arrest after the FBI found "over 200 gigabytes" of child sexual abuse material on his computer.
Valley sisters plead guilty to $3.6 million tax fraud scheme
Three sisters who operated Campos Tax Service in the Rio Grande Valley have pleaded guilty to filing more than $3,600,000 in fraudulent tax filings.
