Biden administration waives 26 federal laws to allow border wall construction in South Texas

This is the first time the administration has done this, a practice often employed by the…

Mayorkas cites ‘immediate need’ to waive regulations, build border wall in Texas as immigration surges

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is citing an “immediate need” to waive federal laws and build…

Biden administration waives 26 federal laws to build more border wall in South Texas

The border wall construction will take place across Starr County, including in a Lower Rio Grande…

Ted Cruz discusses protecting border officers

Illegal border crossings are back up to record-breaking numbers, leading to many dangerous situations for law…

House Is Paralyzed, With No Speaker After McCarthy Ouster

After a historic vote to remove the speaker, lawmakers departed Washington on Tuesday night with the…

Texas House Speaker says he’s not going anywhere, despite mounting pressure from Republica

Less than a week before the Texas Legislature returns for a special session, far right conservatives…

From Kevin McCarthy to Ken Paxton, GOP must reject extremism

The Republican Party has placated its most extreme elements for years, elevating their voices from precinct…

Fate of House GOP leadership throws Congress into chaos

House Republicans are scrambling to coalesce around a small number of candidates to be Speaker of…

West Texas A&M University receives $20 million gift for new institute…

University leaders say the new Hill Institute will promote values like family life, the free and…

Biden administration waives 26 federal laws to allow border wall construction in South Texas

The Department of Homeland Security announced that the Biden administration leveraged sweeping executive power to waive…

More than $540,000 worth of cocaine seized from smuggler at Texas…

 

Thousands of asylum-seekers are again crossing into Brownsville, Texas

Carrying toddlers on their shoulders, and plastic bags in their arms, thousands of asylum-seeking migrants are…

Texas House Speaker says he’s not going anywhere, despite mounting pressure from Republica

Less than a week before the Texas Legislature returns for a special session, far right conservatives…

Secretary of State Blinken: Mexico “is our closest partner” in addressing migrant surge at border

In Austin, Secretary Blinken lauds U.S.-Mexico cooperation on border security; Abbott stresses challenges, faces buoy barrier…

Texas authorities uncover human smuggling stash house with 55 migrants

Authorities busted a human smuggling stash house in Texas Tuesday night.  

U.S. House speaker hopefuls seek Texas GOP’s blessing

Texas has by far the largest Republican delegation in the House, and gaining their support would…

‘Fox & Friends’ co-host Lawrence Jones returning to North Texas for special segment

Jones will be at Norma’s Cafe in Dallas to speak with diners Thursday about elections, inflation,…

Mayorkas declares ‘immediate’ need for border wall in Texa

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said Wednesday there is an “acute and immediate need” to build…

Border inspections should be priority between Texas and Coahuila, lawmaker says

When Texas Gov. Greg Abbott met this week with Gov.-Elect Manolo Jiménez Salinas, of the Mexican…

Border inspections should be priority between Texas and Coahuila, lawmaker says

When Texas Gov. Greg Abbott met this week with Gov.-Elect Manolo Jiménez Salinas, of the Mexican…

Colony Ridge developer defends Houston-area community as state leader…

GOP leaders claim the development markets to undocumented people and is plagued by crime. One of…

U.S. House speaker hopefuls seek Texas GOP’s blessing

Texas has by far the largest Republican delegation in the House, and gaining their support would…

Hispanic Heritage Month: RGV Author Awarded International Latino Book Award

“Raspas Con Mi Grandpa,” an enchanting children’s picture book, takes young readers on a captivating adventure…

Tell CBP if you want a border wall built in Starr County, Texas

The public has through Friday to tell the federal government how they feel about a proposed…

Letter: I really disliked political cartoon on Texas’ border policy

To the editor: On July 25, The Berkshire Eagle editorial page hit a new low.  

Video: Mass of Migrants Storms Texas Border as Outnumbered Officials Look On

The migrants, some carrying young children, dashed past outnumbered officials who appeared to make little effort…

Trump activist challenging Collin County lawmaker over AG Ken Paxton’s impeachment

The contest is an initial salvo in what’s expected to be numerous challenges of anti-Paxton, House…

Dade Phelan says he’s not going anywhere, despite mounting pressure from far right Republicans for him to resign

Less than a week before the Texas Legislature returns to Austin for a special session, far…

Texas House Speaker says he’s not going anywhere, despite mounting pressure from Republica

Less than a week before the Texas Legislature returns for a special session, far right conservatives…

First Abbott Held Bills Hostage. Now He’s Threatening Lawmakers.

Ahead of a special legislative session, the governor has implied there will be political consequences for…

Maria Juarez, Possessing In-Depth Knowledge, a Leader of UTRGV’s Small Business Development Center

At the heart of these initiatives lies the Small Business Development Center (SBDC), a vital resource…

Texas Republicans Disagree After Border Security Measures Lost During Federal Funding Talks

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz blamed some of her Republican colleagues for blocking a bill with…

Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) in Texas

A collaboration among these cities and a wide array of business and community leaders across the…

STC Foundation to Host Inaugural Gala, Oct. 5th

Through the foundation, STC is committed to increase access to educational opportunities, improve the quality of…

Speaker Kevin McCarthy is on the ropes. Here are some possible successors

The list of possibilities include members of his leadership team and some top conservative allies.  

Illegal immigration

EDITOR: I am old enough to remember Walter Cronkite, the Huntley/Brinkley report, and I was in…

Inside the anti-LGBTQ effort to put Christianity back in schools

 

Border community residents testify to horrors they’ve experienced

(The Center Square) – In a lawsuit filed against Kinney County over detention policies of illegal…

Transcript: The Seven Mountains

The full episode transcript of Grapevine, Episode 2: The Seven Mountains  

“Grapevine” podcast highlights suburban culture wars

These suburbs have a decades-long history of contentious public arguments over cultural issues.  

They’re ‘young punks with guns,’ says South Texas congressman after carjacking in DC

U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, on Tuesday relived being carjacked in Washington, D.C., the night before,…

Opinion: The 19th century sexual purity law that some want to revive

Opinion by Mary Ziegler  

House will vote today on Rep. Gaetz’s push to topple McCarthy as speaker

 

Gov. Hosts Coahuila Governor-Elect Jiménez Salinas in Austin

Coahuila’s capital, Saltillo, also leads Mexico’s automotive manufacturing sector and has been Austin’s sister city for…

South Texas ISD Virtual Academy Designated an Apple Distinguished School

We are honored to be recognized alongside other innovative educational institutions from around the world as…

They’re ‘young punks with guns,’ says South Texas congressman after carjacking in DC

U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, on Tuesday relived being carjacked in Washington, D.C., the night before,…

A lawsuit launched by payday lenders in Texas could topple the nation’s ‘premier’ consumer watchdog

The Supreme Court will decide the constitutionality of the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau’s funding structure. Many…

Texas Republicans stuck with Kevin McCarthy, but it wasn’t enough to save him

WASHINGTON — Texas Republicans joined together to support U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s leadership on Tuesday…

Texas Republicans close ranks behind McCarthy as Gaetz moves to oust the speaker

Texas Republicans rallied behind embattled Speaker Kevin McCarthy, voting Wednesday to block a move by a…

Kevin McCarthy could lose the speakership this afternoon

Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) appears to have the votes he needs to oust the Bakersfield Republican…

Texas Republicans stuck with Kevin McCarthy, but it wasn’t enough to …

In January, some Republican Texans led the charge to challenge McCarthy’s leadership bid. But this time,…

Texas Republicans close ranks behind McCarthy as Gaetz moves to oust the speaker

Gaetz’s motion to vacate gets traction.  

City of Edinburg Takes First Place in Nationwide ‘Move With The Mayor’ Initiative

Mayor Ramiro Garza Jr. helped kick off the city’s successful participation in the program with Edinburg’s…

Border security debate looming in Texas legislature

Texas lawmakers will return to the capitol on Oct. 9 for the third special session amid…

Consumer watchdog is in the crosshairs as Supreme Court weighs legal challenge

 

Conservative Groups Seek Wins Again in New Supreme Court Session

The Alliance Defending Freedom and Pacific Legal Foundation, two right-leaning groups that won major Supreme Court…

Who is Henry Cuellar, the Texas congressman carjacked in DC?

Ten-term Texas congressman Henry Cuellar, a centrist Democrat, works across the aisle more than almost anyone…

Saddle Up for the Rock-n-Boots Music Festival, Oct. 13th-14th

Texas Border Business MERCEDES, Texas – City Entertainment Group, City of Mercedes, and Venom Productions present the…

CBP Officers Seize Meth & Marijuana At The Bridge Of The Americas

The case was turned over to the Department of Public Safety.  

Eagle Pass CBP Officers Seize Hard Narcotics Worth Over $500K

Texas Border Business EAGLE PASS, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at…

Blanca Davila to Head UTRGV’s Professional Education & Workforce Development Center

“You can enroll in our courses and acquire a certificate in human resource management. Similarly, if…

Brownsville CBP Officers Seize $906K In Cocaine At B&M International Bridge

CBP seized the narcotics and vehicle. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents arrested the driver and…

City of El Paso Appoints New Police Chief

“Throughout Chief Pacillas’ career, he has consistently exhibited leadership, integrity, and a deep understanding of the…

Governor Abbott Proclaims 2023 Manufacturing Week In Texas, Oct 2nd-9th

The dedicated workforce behind this booming industry is supported by more than 925,000 Texans and brings…

Female Students Aim for New Heights in TSTC’s Electrical Lineworker Program

Texas Border Business HARLINGEN, Texas – The high-risk challenges that electrical lineworkers experience when working with electricity…

Far-right conservatives call on Speaker Dade Phelan to step down

He voted for Paxton’s impeachment  

A lawsuit launched by payday lenders in Texas could topple the nation’s ‘premier’ consumer watchdog

The Supreme Court will decide the constitutionality of the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau’s funding structure. Many…

Thousands of asylum-seekers are again crossing into Brownsville, Texas

Carrying toddlers on their shoulders, and plastic bags in their arms, thousands of asylum-seeking migrants are…

What are the most ‘conservative’ colleges and universities in America?

If you want to attend one of the most “conservative” colleges or universities in the United…

U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar carjacked at gunpoint near his Washington home

Cuellar was unharmed in the incident, and law enforcement eventually retrieved the car.  

Thousands of asylum-seekers are again crossing into Brownsville, Texas

Carrying toddlers on their shoulders, and plastic bags in their arms, thousands of asylum-seeking migrants are…

The Supreme Court’s Conservatives Can’t Stop Falling for Phony Plaintiffs

Right-wing groups are constructing straw man plaintiffs to stand in for conservative interests, and the GOP-appointed…

Far-right conservatives call on Speaker Dade Phelan to step down

He voted for Paxton’s impeachment  

On Gaetz gambit to fire McCarthy, not all Texas Republicans rally behind embattled speaker

McCarthy’s compromises with Democrats have upset some hardliners.  

Migrants again streaming into Brownsville, Texas

Carrying toddlers on their shoulders, and plastic bags in their arms, thousands of asylum-seeking migrants are…

Conservative judge rejects pharma argument against Medicare negotiations

A judge denied a request for the Medicare negotiation program to be paused.  

Border security debate looming in Texas legislature

Texas lawmakers will return to the capitol on Oct. 9 for the third special session amid…

Longtime Texas Congressman Henry Cuellar carjacked in Washington, D.C.

Incident reportedly occurred in Washington, D.C.’s Navy Yard neighborhood.  

Most Texas Republicans in Congress vote against stopgap measure

Two-thirds of the Texas GOP in Congress voted against it.  

Kavanaugh taps the brakes on Supreme Court’s sharp move to the right

Kavanaugh has shown he is not always a predictable vote, especially for the most conservative positions.…

Rep. Matt Gaetz triggers vote to oust Kevin McCarthy from speaker’s office

Gaetz, a Florida Republican, is a conservative bomb thrower and top Trump ally on Capitol Hill.…

Border security debate looming in Texas legislature

Texas lawmakers will return to the capitol on Oct. 9 for the third special session amid…

The Rio Grande Valley prominently participates at the 17th Annual China (Shenzhen) International Logistics & Supply Chain Fair

It is known that the strategic location of the Rio Grande Valley, adjacent to Mexico, offers…

How the growing Latino vote could factor in to 2024 election

With just about a year out from the 2024 election, campaigns and candidates in several key…

School culture wars push students to form banned book clubs, anti-censorship groups

Students start banned book clubs, anti-censorship groups amid book banning efforts  

Texas AG Ken Paxton faces other legal troubles after being acquitted in impeachment

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton was recently acquitted by the state Senate on 16 articles of…

Cruz challenger Colin Allred votes to defund Texas border program as illegal crossings surge

Rep. Colin Allred (D-TX) was one of the House Democrats who voted to prohibit federal funds…

Empty Bowls 2023: Leading the Fight Against Hunger in the RGV

“H-E-B Hunger Relief’s ongoing dedication to battling hunger in our community truly touches our hearts,” CEO…

Active Shooter Training Heightens Awareness for College’s Employees

This year TSTC police have provided about 50 statewide CRASE sessions either in person or online.…

CBP Intercept First In Port Pest At Rio Grande City Port Of Entry

The genus Hapigia falls under Notodontidae, a family of moths with 3,800 known species. Notodontidae typically feed on…

CBP Officers Apprehend Man Sought on Homicide Charge

Texas Border Business EL PASO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at El Paso…

Port Of Harlingen Awarded TxDOT $6.9M Grant Funding

The proposed investment in infrastructure and seaport connectivity will help increase the economic impact of Texas…

Angels of Love Applauds Community for Successful Fundraiser

Organizers say the event was a success, led by the Chair Luly Pena, Honorary Chair Leah…

STC Hosts National Manufacturing Day, Oct 5th

STC will also offer afternoon tours of participating manufacturer locations for students in attendance.  

Veteran’s Office Claims Summit, Oct. 27th

For more information, please contact Amanda Silva with the Veterans Office at 956-318-2436 or via email…

Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson keeps saying he got 98.7% reelection votes. It’s not true

Election totals from Dallas, Collin and Denton counties show Johnson got 93% of votes in May…

Justice Kavanaugh taps the brakes on Supreme Court’s sharp move to the right

The Supreme Court’s real battles these days are among the conservatives, and Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh…

WinTex Tooling Technologies Announces Rebrand, Company’s Continuation in Pharr

“We have had a productive and symbiotic relationship with Windsor Mold Texas here in Pharr and have witnessed itssuccessful growth and development over the…

Rep. Cuellar Votes to Keep Federal Government Open

“Our country is facing many challenges, and we cannot afford to have our government shut down,” said…

Eyes on 2024: Search for Trump alternative focuses on DeSantis and Haley

The news comes as the anti-Trump effort within the GOP has floundered.  

Fostering Entrepreneurship and Community Development in the Rio Grande Valley

At the forefront of these initiatives is the Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center (ECC), a dynamic hub…

‘Two Trains Charging at Each Other’: A Texas Bishop Takes On the Pope

Bishop Joseph Strickland, a hero to the emboldened traditionalist wing of American Catholicism, is in open…

Unlawful crossings along southern border reach yearly high as U.S. struggles to contain mass migration

For only the second time in U.S. history, migrant apprehensions along the southern border surpassed 2…

Former Democrat offers advice for Texas mayor under fire for ditching Dem Party to join GOP

Republican New Jersey Rep. Jeff Van Drew, a former Democrat, shared his advice for Dallas Mayor…

Shutdown averted. What now?

Lawmakers will try to reach a compromise on spending before Thanksgiving. They will also decide House…

Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan faces mounting pressure following Ken Paxton impeachment

The upcoming special session — which starts Oct. 9 — on school choice and border issues…

Can John Sharp protect his maroon empire?

The savvy ex-lawmaker has expanded the Texas A&M University System and mollified state leaders. Some faculty,…

Curtain Comes up on New Term for Conservative US Supreme Court

By John Kruzel WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. Supreme Court is set to open its new…

Razor wire and soldiers fail to deter migrants: ‘They say it’s easier to get in with kids’

Some 93,000 migrants traveling in families were taken into custody in August — the most ever…

LA receives 20th bus of migrants courtesy of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott

Los Angeles on Saturday received its 20th busload of migrants courtesy of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott,…

Fact check: Is the U.S. ‘more energy independent today’ under President Joe Biden?

California Gov. Gavin Newsom made the claim while talking with Fox News host Sean Hannity…  

Supreme Court to consider abortion pills, guns, social media in its new term

In one form or another, all those questions are back on the table this term —…

Support for Biden in border region crumbling as crisis benefits illegals over Americans: Texas’ Mayra Flores

Mayra Flores, a former Republican congresswoman running to reclaim her old Texas seat, said President Biden’s…

‘All hat, no cattle’: Elon Musk’s cowboy hat during border visit draws criticism from online commenters

Some claimed the billionaire’s hat was backward, although experts seemingly disagree.  

Rep. Morales discusses issues at border

For this week’s Texas: The Issue Is, FOX 4’s Steven Dial spoke to Eagle Pass Democrat…

Gaetz threatens historic vote to try and remove Speaker Kevin McCarthy: What happens next

Matt Gaetz says he plans to force a vote on whether to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy,…

L.A. receives 20th bus of migrants courtesy of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott

The city said this was the 20th such bus to arrive in L.A., including one Monday…

El Paso, TX: Official prepping for border crisis

 

Texas: The Issue Is – State Rep. Eddie Morales says Biden administration isn’t doing enough at southern border

For this week’s Texas: The Issue Is, FOX 4’s Steven Dial spoke to Eagle Pass Democrat…

Guest worker program proposed to tackle Texas border issues

Democratic lawmakers are pushing for a guest worker program amid ongoing challenges at the Texas border.…