Altercation between migrants, National Guard caught on camera

  Tensions flared Thursday at the border wall in El Paso, as a large group of…

Texas lawmen point guns, threaten to arrest migrants south of border wall

  Tension between members of the Texas military and migrants coming across illegally from Mexico boiled…

Opinion: Biden needs to stand up to Texas’ immigration extremism

  SB4, the anti-immigration law in Texas, has raised constitutional questions yet to be answered. Lawrence…

How would SB 4 impact rural South Texas?

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How plans for a West Texas drag show turned into a war over the First…

In the staunchly conservative Panhandle, LGBTQ+ Texans say political and legal battles overlook their humanity.  

Texas National Guard confiscated knives from migrants who rushed…

  “These people were willing to assault military,” the source told the Post. “They were willing…

Spending bill passes U.S. House, but border issues divide Texas Republicans

  U.S. Rep. Chip Roy said then spending bill approved Friday by the House funds Biden…

Arrests for illegal border crossings nudge up in February

  Border Patrol agents made 140,644 arrests  Read More     

Edinburg Parks & Recreation First-ever Junior Olympic Amateur Boxing Event, May 3rd-5th

  Residents are encouraged to attend and witness extraordinary athleticism.  Read More     

Mexico files amicus curiae in US appeals court over Texas border enforcement law

  Mexico City, Mexico — Mexico filed an amicus curiae — or friend-of-the-court brief — with…

CBP officers seize over $1.4M in Meth at the Hidalgo International Bridge

  CBP OFO seized the narcotics and vehicle. Homeland Security Investigations special agents arrested the driver…

Biden admin slams Texas gov, says he ‘got in the way’ after migrants…

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Hundreds of migrants rush past barbed wire at Texas border

  A breach at the border by a large group of migrants unfolded Thursday as Texas…

Mexico lowers tolls to spur truck traffic at Texas border crossing

  Mexican officials are coming to the rescue of an El Paso County-managed port of entry…

Debate on Texas border security intensifies for 2025

Border security remains a top topic of discussion across the state and country, the Texas Public…

Texas Drafts Abortion Ban Exception Guidance Following Lawsuits

The Texas Medical Board is seeking to address legal uncertainty on the state’s total abortion ban…

City of McAllen Warns of Text Pet Scam

  Texas Border Business The City of McAllen would like to advise the public of a…

Hundreds of migrants rush past barbed wire at Texas border

  A breach at the border by a large group of migrants unfolded Thursday as Texas…

Governor Abbott Named 2024 Texan of The Year

  Texas Border Business AUSTIN, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott last night was awarded 2024 Texan of…

‘Spineless’: Texas rancher says leaders making US a ‘laughingstock’ as border residents live in fear

  Shelly Means, whose family has ranched near the southern border for over 100 years, condemned…

Hundreds of migrants surge Texas border, breach razor wire in mad dash

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Hundreds of migrants breach razor wire barrier in El Paso as Texas SB 4 remains in limbo

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Migrant gate rush in El Paso highlights friction between federal, Texas border enforcement

  A group of migrants rushed past Texas National Guard troops at the border wall in…

U.S. Rep. Moran says ‘nay’ vote on $1.2T spending package was due to lack of Texas border support

  Congressman Nathaniel Moran, R-Tyler, spoke with us about his vote against the spending package passed…

Reporter who witnessed Texas migrant stampede describes ‘absolute chaos’ erupting in ‘matter of seconds’

  New York Post reporter Jennie Taer detailed ‘chaos’ at the southern border after hundreds of…

Pharr EDC & Pharr International Bridge MOU Signing with Zitacuaro, Michoacan, MX

  Through this new collaborative partnership, the two cities will explore near-shoring/offshoring, reshoring, and new-shoring opportunities…

CBP Releases Body-Worn Camera Footage from Man Found Unresponsive in Laredo

  After detaining and processing the driver at the checkpoint, staff found the driver unresponsive in…

Reporter witnesses ‘absolute chaos’ as migrants storm Texas border

  New York Post Texas reporter Jennie Taer told ‘America’s Newsroom’ that migrants are testing the…

Immigrants storm southern Texas border on Thursday

  EL PASO, Texas (WDEF) — Hundreds of immigrants stormed the southern border in Texas on…

Altercation between migrants, National Guard caught on camera

  EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – Tensions flared Thursday at the border wall in El…

Texas border mayor denied bail on cocaine trafficking charges, called public menace.

  A federal judge said Progreso Mayor Gerardo “Jerry” Alanis and co-conspirators stored…  Read More   …

Texas Leads Nation with Jobs Surge in February

  The greatest measure of our success is that more Texans are working than ever before.…

Migrants rush the border in El Paso

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Unveiling Robert and Janet Vacker Stadium And a 20 Million Dollar Donation

  The atmosphere was electrified as the Vackers’ latest contribution details were unveiled. Dr. Bailey and…

Republican States Are Playing Texas Hold ‘Em With Immigration Law

Instead of waiting for certainty in the distant future, they are gambling, hoping the odds are…

PA Senate Passes Resolution Urging Gov. Shapiro To Send Troops To Texas Border

  There was debate on whether state troops should go to Texas.  Read More     

How plans for a West Texas drag show turned into a war over the First Amendment

In the staunchly conservative Panhandle, LGBTQ+ Texans say political and legal battles overlook their humanity.  

Hundreds of migrants gather at border wall as court debates SB4

  EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — Hundreds of migrants crossed illegally into El Paso, Texas,…

No new border wall in proposed DHS spending bill

  A House proposed spending bill would fund the Department of Homeland Security with $61.8 billion…

Migrants crash through Texas border security barriers amid legal standoff

 Video shows migrants massing at the U.S.-Mexico border in El Paso before removing barriers and pushing…

How plans for a West Texas drag show turned into a war over the First Amendment

In the staunchly conservative Panhandle, LGBTQ+ Texans say political and legal battles overlook their humanity.  

Migrants crash through Texas border security barriers amid legal standoff

  Video shows migrants massing at the U.S.-Mexico border in El Paso before removing barriers and…

Scuffle at US-Mexico border: Migrants, opposing Texas’ new immigration law, break razor wires, clash with border guards

  US’ southern state Texas has been trying to secure its border with an anti-immigration law,…

Texas border clash: Migrants overcome guards, break through security barrier

  US News: Migrants clashed in El Paso, Texas, leading to arrests for assault and property…

Texas Republican border maneuvers cause chaos, outrage local officials

  Texas’ GOP politicians have long used state law enforcement to act tough on immigration. But…

Large group of migrants force way across Texas border

  A “large group of migrants” crossing into the United States from Mexico broke through razor…

Texas counties among nation’s fastest growing

Recent estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate that six of the 10 fastest-growing counties in…

Large group of migrants force way across Texas border

  A “large group of migrants” crossing into the United States from Mexico broke through razor…

Large group of migrants force way across Texas border

  A “large group of migrants” crossing into the United States from Mexico broke through razor…

Analysis | Mexico rejects Texas’s ‘draconian’ migrant law

  The law makes it a state crime for migrants to cross the border illegally and…

Dunki reality check: Viral video captures Indians and Pakistanis walking to Mexico-Texas border

  In pursuit of ‘Let’s go to America’ dream, Indians are taking significant risks by embarking…

Tom Oliverson announces he is challenging Dade Phelan for Texas House speakership

Oliverson, one of Phelan’s committee chairmen, said the speaker has lost the confidence of the Republican…

Trump-named Texas federal judge tosses NLRB joint employer rule

TYLER, Texas—The dangers of the continuing power of right wing judges and their ability to hurt…

Large group of migrants force way across Texas border

  A “large group of migrants” crossing into the United States from Mexico broke through razor…

Large group of migrants force way across Texas border

  A “large group of migrants” crossing into the United States from Mexico broke through razor…

Large group of migrants force way across Texas border

  A “large group of migrants” crossing into the United States from Mexico broke through razor…

Large group of migrants force way across Texas border

  A “large group of migrants” crossing into the United States from Mexico broke through razor…

Rep. Tom Oliverson announces he’s running for Texas House speaker

Oliverson is in his fourth term as a state representative.  

Law enforcement officials in Texas wonder how they will enforce migrant arrest law

The nine hours that Texas was allowed to arrest and deport migrants who illegally enter the…

Migrants crash through Texas border security barriers amid legal standoff

  Video shows migrants massing at the U.S.-Mexico border in El Paso before removing barriers and…

Tom Oliverson announces he is challenging Dade Phelan for Texas House speakership

By Zach Despart and Jasper Scherer, The Texas Tribune State Rep. Tom Oliverson on Thursday announced…

Debate on Texas border security intensifies for 2025

Border security remains a top topic of discussion across the state and country, the Texas Public…

Migrants detained after rushing border, breaking barriers in El Paso

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Watch: Surge of migrants pushes past National Guard troops at US border in Texas

  Video shared on social media shows dozens of men smashing through a border checkpoint in…

Law enforcement officials in Texas wonder how they will enforce migrant arrest law

The nine hours that Texas was allowed to arrest and deport migrants who illegally enter…  

US Official in Guatemala for Talks, Says Texas Migrant Law Unconstitutional

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State leaders say Texas is poised to pass school vouchers in 2025

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who oversees the Texas Senate, said he would not sign any other…

Tom Oliverson, who represents Harris County, announces he is challenging Dade Phelan for Texas House speakership

Oliverson, one of Phelan’s committee chairmen, said the speaker has lost the confidence of the Republican…

Law enforcement in Texas wonder how they will enforce migrant arrest law

Many sheriffs were unprepared or unable to enforce the law  

New video shows migrants rushing portion of border fence

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Migrants gain entry to El Paso due to breach in border fencing

  Migrants were apprehended by U.S. Border Patrol agents  Read More     

Texas awaits ruling on controversial immigration law

The back-and-forth legal battle over a controversial Texas immigration law now rests with three judges on…

Law enforcement officials in Texas wonder how they will enforce migrant arrest law

The nine hours that Texas was allowed to arrest and deport migrants who illegally enter…  

Migrants breach concertina after Texas Guard is unable to hold back hundreds of migrants

  Hundreds of migrants breached Gov. Abbott’s barrier on the Rio Grande after the Texas National…

Illegal immigrants storm US border in El Paso, knock over guards amid standoff over Texas law

  Dozens of migrants surged through razor wire and towards a border fence in El Paso,…

Migrant Crowd Rushes Border, Overwhelms Texas National Guard

  Hundreds of migrants on Thursday tried to force their way past the U.S. southern border…

El Paso Unrest: Hundreds of ‘Illegal Migrants’ Clash with Texas National Guard, Chaos Ensues

  A riot-like situation unfolded at the US-Mexico border when hundreds of immigrants tried to rush…

Midwest state on verge of defying Biden with Texas-style bill to combat illegal immigration

  A new Texas-style bill making a deported immigrant’s illegal re-entry into the country a state…

Migrants breach Texas barbed wire hours after National Guard confrontation

  A Texas city along the southern border was reportedly inundated with migrants on Thursday.  Read…

Migrants storm border in El Paso, Texas, overwhelming National Guard

  Hundreds of migrants stormed across the border into El Paso, Texas, overwhelming Texas National Guard…

It’s Not Just Texas: GOP-Led States Push For Tougher Immigration Laws

  Bills that echo Texas’ controversial state law on illegal immigration are gaining ground in at…

Texas counties among nation’s fastest growing

Recent estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate that six of the 10 fastest-growing counties in…

Cornyn, Coons, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect State and Local Judges

  “Any threat or attack against judges, their families, or court personnel is unacceptable, and more…

Will Texas succeed in enforcing its own immigration law?

  The state’s latest challenge to the federal government’s powers, SB4, is in limbo  Read More …

Hundreds of migrants gather at border wall as court debates SB4

  EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) — Hundreds of migrants crossed illegally into El Paso, Texas,…

Governor Abbott Reappoints Three To Humanities Texas

  Elizabeth Johnson of Harlingen is a retired educator and board member of Family Limited Partnership of…

Why a Texas Republican is mounting a House speakership challenge against Dade Phelan

Rep. Tom Oliverson, a physician, said he will push for majority-party rule in the traditionally bipartisan…

Local Leaders Cordova and Urgel-Caporusso Chair Teach for America RGV’s Annual Honor Roll Gala, April 4th

  “Deborah Cordova and Fabiola Urgel-Caporusso epitomize exemplary leadership in our community. Their dedication to educational…

Legal Battle Intensifies Over Texas Immigration Law SB 4 Following Appeals Court Intervention

  This pauses in SB 4’s enforcement arrives after the legislation, passed during a special legislative…

LANDGRAF: Texas’ legal stand for border security

  By State Rep. Brooks Landgraf As a State Representative for Texas, I’ve witnessed firsthand the…

Mexico, a key U.S. ally on migration, pushes back hard on Texas law

  Mexico vows it won’t accept migrants deported by Texas under a controversial state law, setting…

Migrants break barriers and rush border guards in shocking scene at…

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Edinburg Municipal Court to Host Outreach Mobile Docket, March 22nd

  For more information about any pending traffic citations, the community is asked to call (956)…

Celebrating Easter Traditions, March 30th

  To commemorate the Easter holiday, a mini display will spotlight Easter baskets from MOSTHistory collections…

In the red state of Texas, Republican infighting is entering a new chapter

Spats among Texas Republican lawmakers and leaders are routine. But now the disputes mirror the national…

Houston-area Rep. Tom Oliverson challenges Dade Phelan for Texas House Speaker

Texas Rep. Tom Oliverson, a Republican from Cypress, announced Thursday he will run for Speaker of…

2 more porn companies being sued by Texas AG Ken Paxton for violating age verification law

The lawsuit alleges two major pornography companies that operate sites such as “Chaturbate” and “xHamster” violate…

Enforcing Texas’ new immigration law may be challenging, even for aut…

  A new law allowing local authorities to deport migrants remains tied up in court. Even…

BREAKING NEWS: Robert and Janet Vackar Donate $20M to UTRGV

  We will keep you updated as we receive more information.  Read More     

Wild moment migrants make mad dash for border after breaching fence

  Chaotic moments showing migrants near El Paso, Texas flood over razor wire fencing and make…

Rep. Tom Oliverson to make ‘major announcement’ about Texas House Speaker race

Reporters who regularly cover the Texas Capitol received a message that Texas Rep. Tom Oliverson, R-Cypress,…

Rep. Tom Oliverson announces he’s running for Texas House speaker

Oliverson is in his fourth term as a state representative.  

Harris County Republican launches House speaker challenge amid Dade Phelan’s runoff fight

Rep. Tom Oliverson of Cypress authored the House’s controversial law last year to ban…  

Texas immigration law is on hold. But the confusion is still mounting.

Even before the latest legal developments, Texas’ implementation of Senate Bill 4 was causing confusion. But…

Tom Oliverson announces he is challenging Dade Phelan for Texas House…

Oliverson, one of Phelan’s committee chairmen, said the speaker has lost the confidence of the Republican…

Santos International Celebrates 50 Years of Excellence in Customs Brokerage and Logistics

  Founded in 1973 by Jimmy Santos, who served as the original broker, the company later…

Teclo Garcia of Mission Texas Championing Cross-Border Collaboration for Economic Growth

  Garcia’s engagement at the meeting and his reflections shared through a LinkedIn post have garnered…

How Texas’ plan to arrest and deport migrants for illegal entry would work

A law that would allow Texas law enforcement to arrest migrants suspected of illegally entering the…

Texas law enforcement braces for new border security law in wake of appeals court hearing

  A federal appeals court blocked Senate Bill 4 from going into effect. The bill could…

Greg Abbott and Ken Paxton Are Purging the Texas GOP

The two top Republican lawmakers in the Lone Star State are pursuing personal vendettas—and pushing their…

Greg Abbott finally took a side in Texas, and it’s paying off for him

Six of the Republicans who voted against Abbott’s school choice measure lost outright this month. Four…

Greg Abbott defiant after Texas border law blow

  The governor posted defiant messages on social media after the implementation of new migrant legislation…

Daily Briefing: Texas against the president

  Who should have power over the border? Here’s the news to know Thursday.  Read More …

Rollercoaster rulings on Texas’ immigration law causes confusion for law enforcement

The legal whiplash over Texas’ new sweeping immigration law had some law enforcement agencies scrambling for…

Joe Biden landed in Texas in middle of a chaotic border mess. Here’s what you should know

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Battle over controversial Texas border law lands in court again

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Panola County sheriff joins other Texas sheriffs to urge federal help with border crisis

  In a letter addressed to Gov. Greg Abbott, on behalf of the Sheriffs’ Association of…

Can Texas protect its border?

  A three-judge panel of the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals will decide what the U.S.…

As Texas border arrests law teeters in court, other GOP states also push tougher immigration policy

  Republican lawmakers across the country were already jockeying to inject their states deeper into immigration…

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