Saronic Technologies accepted a tax incentive deal on the promise of bringing 10,000 jobs in 10 years. Critics say this deal comes with a caveat.
UTRGV men's basketball added a player who's already experienced the NCAA Tournament. T'John Brown, a guard, is joining the Vaqueros after being part of McNeese's 2025 NCAA Tournament run.
Governor Greg Abbott announced that autonomous drone-ship manufacturer Saronic Technologies will build
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Harlingen Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing 12-year-old girl who was last seen on the Fourth of July. Police say Shely...
Governor Abbott Announces Saronic Technologies Expansion In Brownsville Governor Greg Abbott today announced Saronic Technologies, Inc. will construct a next-generation shipyard, expected to be the...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — San Juan police are investigating a shooting that occurred inside a car at the H-E-B parking lot Thursday morning. Police say the shooting happened at about 11...
In this special joint report with Austin PBS, we highlight one of the largest nonprofits in the Texas capital. PCSI's impact is immense.
Fifth Third Bank is moving ahead with another round of job cuts after its nearly $11 billion acquisition of Comerica. The bank is also moving out of Comerica's longtime downtown home. Read on to le...
A heavy multi-agency police presence at South Texas Health System McAllen on Thursday is tied to a shooting investigation at a San Juan H-E-B Plus parking lot, according to police.
🎥 Take a look back at Edinburg's inaugural Kauffman FastTrac program! With the final session complete, the inaugural class has officially graduated from the Kauffman FastTrac program in Edinburg...
For the fourth year in a row, Oak Haven Massage ranked No. 1 Best Place to Work among large-sized companies.
The Texas Stock Exchange is now a reality and trading has begun! It’s a vital part of a burgeoning financial presence in the state, as well as a significant asset for the Texas economy.
Meet the finalists for the 2026 Best Places to Work Awards
Congressman Vicente Gonzalez announced that the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport will receive over $1.4 million in federal grant money to replace its aging airfield signage and...
MIAMI (AP) — The Trump administration is reviving a rule that could deny green cards to immigrants who use public benefits that could include food stamps, Medicaid, housing vouchers and others. T...
✈️ Before & After: Runway Improvements at Rio Grande City Municipal Airport The transformation of our runway through sealing and striping is another important step in improving the safety, appe...
The City of Pharr Police Department is hosting two important courses for law enforcement officers on communicating with individuals who are Deaf, hard of hearing, or have other communication impedi...
The Texas A&M University Higher Education Center at McAllen (HECM) named Will Wynn, former Austin mayor and Texas A&M graduate, as its new executive director.
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, whose office is running an investigation into the shooting, also expressed doubt that there were drugs in Lorenzo Salgado Araujo’s van.
Today, extreme Republicans in Washington tried advancing a radical bill that would have implemented the largest cut to veterans benefits in a generation. I fought back, and the bill got pulled from...
Paxton's campaign said it received the same invitations from three Texas media groups and that the attorney general plans to debate, though it did not commit to a specific host.
Texas Hill Country flooding fatality, Governor Greg Abbott press conference, Guadalupe River flood wave rescues, Uvalde mandatory evacuations 2026, Kerrville emergency high water rescue, Camp Mysti...
🚨 Calling all sponsors! Edinburg PD is looking for sponsors for our National Night Out celebration on August 4th! 🎉 This is an excellent opportunity to get involved in a vibrant community eve...
Austin-based Alpha School, a growing private school powered by an AI platform, is moving its high school to a new location. Its current downtown space is at a site prime for redevelopment.
A human smuggling attempt involving eight people from Mexico hidden inside a tractor was stopped at a checkpoint, the U.S. Border Patrol Laredo Sector said.
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico challenged Republican nominee Ken Paxton to participate in three televised debates, saying voters deserve to hear the candidates answer questions direc...
Entities tied to a prominent Indianapolis-based developer on July 1 acquired land for the project. It adds to an active pipeline of investment in Cedar Park.
SHE’S MISSING… CAN YOU FIND HER? That was the challenge our Summer Youth Police Academy cadets faced as they investigated the mock missing juvenile case of Emily Rodriguez. Working alongside ou...
Americans are waiting longer for disaster aid under President Donald Trump, with delays often lasting weeks or months. An Associated Press analysis shows Trump is taking longer to approve major dis...
President Donald Trump is set to address the nation on topics he says will include elections and voting machines. Trump's comments suggest he's likely in Thursday's speech to revisit some of the un...
Happy Birthday, Sheriff J.E. "Eddie" Guerra!🎊🎉 Today, we celebrate 64 years of an incredible life and honor a leader whose dedication, integrity, and commitment continue to make a lasting imp...
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The National Weather Service has extended a a flash flood emergency alert to 3 p.m.
Drivers are being forced to take a detour.
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The summertime heat and haze will be staying with us for the next few days. Saharan dust continues to enter the area and will vary in intensity over the next fe...
Elon Musk's SpaceX is preparing for the 13th flight of its Starship rocket at its Starbase headquarters in Texas. Here's everything you need to know
Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico brought his "Frontera" campaign tour to Laredo, focusing on trade and economic issues.
Alexander graduate Hector Benavides gave up baseball before his senior year to focus on track.
Looking to adopt a new family pet? Check out Corpus Christi's Animal Care Services. Here are some shots of a few animals in their care.
Two lanes on the southbound U.S. 181 causeway bridge between Portland and Corpus Christi were temporarily blocked after a steel plate became dislodged.
Tuloso-Midway ISD started the 2026-27 school year on July 15. See photos of the first day of school here.
As SpaceX prepares for Starship flight 13, one spot in Texas is most popular among spectators. Here's what to know about South Padre Island.
The new school year is around the corner. Here's a price check on school clothes at four stores in Corpus Christi.
Nearly two dozen Corpus Christi-area track standouts are finalists for the 2026 Apple Dental Center Boys Track Athlete of the Year. Vote now.
Here is a look at the 2026 All-South Texas Golf Teams, led by London's Ava Villegas and Calallen's Gage Hirschfield.
Officials say all travel across Kerr County should be considered hazardous.
Construction still appears to be in progress.
The Tecos lost their series against the league-leading Toros but avoided a sweep as Leam Mendez delivered four scoreless innings in Game 3.
The company's drone boat technology is being used in Iran, where autonomous vessels just were dispatched to strike an Iranian naval base. The company's vessels earlier this year were used to rescue...
The developer says the project is designed to look like it's "been in Gruene forever" — and not like a typical strip center.
I’m excited to share that the 2026 Arts & Literacy Festival at Linear Park will feature the Brownsville Story Art Contest in partnership with the Mitte Cultural District. This is a great opportun...
The Texas Rangers have abandoned the digital platform Victory+ effective immediately and, starting July 17, will instead stream their games on the freshly designed direct-to-consumer service BZZR.
The year-long pop-up opens July 17 inside Market, a retail space for luxury brands testing the Texas market. The brand's clothing sits above $1,000.
A major construction milestone is approaching for what's been described as the first master-planned community in Burleson. The utilities are in place, roads are being paved and the developer is pre...
Congress could vote on the change this week.
More than a dozen counties in Northeast Texas have signed resolutions to create a groundwater conservation district in a bid to protect local groundwater.
The change would give states greater power on deciding how much notice and public input residents receive before such permits are approved or denied.
Restaurant owners are assessing damage and cleaning up after the tornado tore through The Rim.
It's been a few years since the Alamo City had a twister.
Signs were downed, facades broken and patios wrecked.
Exclusive: New chief executive addresses the race to meet explosive growth and rising demand for hospital infrastructure.
One confirmed location will occupy roughly 2,138 square feet in a Walmart at 1515 N Loop 1604 E. The chain already operates in Florida and Massachusetts.
U.S. Senator Alex Padilla delivered the keynote address at the 2026 NALEO Annual Conference.
Guest commentary from Texas-based economist M. Ray Perryman.
Baseball player D'Angelo Llarza signed a letter of intent to play at Crowley Ridge College in Arkansas. Llarza played first base and helped the Warriors win a bi-district championship. The te...
Highlights from the KALI PRODUCTIONS 2 Year Anniversary Celebration On behalf of the City of Rio Grande City Commission, administration and staff we congratulate Kali Productions on their 2 Year An...
Cody Campbell, a major Texas Tech booster and GOP megadonor, has vocally defended Brendan Sorsby’s right to play amid a legal battle stemming from his betting scandal.
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Another wave of Saharan dust is on the move again, stretching from Africa across the Atlantic, sweeping through the Caribbean and the Gulf, and yes, more of it...
With teams from Guatemala, China, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and many local teams, the B&G Club Pony Softball Tournament begins. Promises to be, as usual, a great event. Congratulations McAl...
Residents have one final week to submit feedback on Brownsville's 20-year Downtown Renaissance Master Plan, which features major walkability upgrades, expanded parking, and an Adams Street pedestri...
Are you planning a summer road trip? With gas prices taking a bit out of travel budgets, you might be wondering if it’s cheaper to rent an electric vehicle. The experts at Consumer Reports can he...
As the town of Los Indios continues to grow, the local police department launches a community crime watch initiative to strengthen ties with long-time residents and newcomers alike.
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico hit the campaign trail in the Rio Grande Valley, pushing for healthcare reform and countering a recent visit by Republican opponent Ken Paxton.
Governor Abbott Updates Texans On Statewide Flooding ResponseGovernor Greg Abbott today held a severe weather briefing and press conference at the State Operations Center in Austin to provide an up...
In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, the governor and other top Republican state leaders largely avoided commenting on it.
For one more year, BCIC is proud to sponsor Lemonade Day in Brownsville. Give a kid a stand and a jug of lemonade and they'll learn more about running a business in one afternoon than a semester co...
💙 Courage knows no limits! 💙 The Brownsville Police Department proudly hosted a Courageous Police Academy, welcoming participants from Down by the Border for a fun-filled morning of learning....
This morning, I was honored to present the Brownsville Chamber with a proclamation for Lemonade Day and celebrate BCIC’s continued support of this great program that inspires our young entreprene...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Food Bank RGV will give out free fruits and vegetables to residents on Thursday in Hidalgo. A pop-up mobile produce distribution event will take place from...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) -- A meeting will be held at Harlingen City Hall on Wednesday to further discuss an ordinance aimed at adopting a new policy for the public comment period at city m...
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Hidalgo County Commissioner Everardo 'Ever' Villarreal is alerting residents about the consequences of illegal burning after fire crews responded to an illegal...
An employee at the Security Finance Office in Alamo was arrested Wednesday after police discovered he had fabricated a story about a knifepoint robbery to steal cash from the business.
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A homicide investigation is underway in La Grulla. A man was found unresponsive in La Grulla on Tuesday and was later pronounced dead, according to the Texas De...
District 1, thank you. 🙏 BIG LIFT's first application window is closed, and the response: 766,000+ eyes on the campaign, 5,500+ visits to the application page, and 13 Brownsville businesses that...