Former Rep. Sergio Muñoz, Sr. (1952-2020) honored by Texas Legislature for his many achievements, including being an inspiration “for serving the less fortunate among us.”
FEATURED, FROM LEFT: Former Rep. Sergio Muñoz, Sr. (1952-2020); his wife of 44 years, Connie Bazan Muñoz; their son, Rep. Sergio Muñoz, Jr., D-Mission; and their daughter, Marla López. This image was taken on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, at the Texas Capitol during the...
Plan to combine federal and state inspections of commercial traffic at ports of entry, sponsored by Rep. Martínez, approved by Texas Legislature
Legislation to develop a plan to combine federal and state inspections of commercial vehicle traffic that travels through Texas’ ports of entry was approved on Wednesday, May 26, 2021by the Texas Legislature and is on the way to Gov. Greg Abbott for his approval.
State funding for podiatry medical residencies in the Valley – supported by DHR Health to increase care for Texans with foot, ankle, and leg problems – approved by House of Representatives and Senate Committee on Higher Education.
FEATURED, FROM LEFT: Joe E. Vega, Parks Director, Cameron County; Pete Sepulveda, Jr., Executive Director, Cameron County Regional Mobility Authority; Speaker of the House Dade Phelan, R-Beaumont; Rep. Eddie Lucio, III, D-Brownsville; and Cameron County Commissioner...
Family violence victims would be freed from having their cell phone numbers controlled by violent abusers under bill authored by Rep. Guerra and sponsored by Sen. Zaffirini that was approved on May 19, 2021, by the Texas Legislature
Family violence victims would be freed from having their cell phone numbers controlled by violent abusers under House Bill 1372, authored by Rep. R.D. “Bobby” Guerra, D-McAllen, which was approved – without opposition – on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, by the Texas Legislature.
Trained 9-1-1 dispatchers would be able to help a bystander who has a cell phone or landline to provide CPR until paramedics arrive, as a result of House Bill 786 jointly authored by Rep. Canales
Trained 9-1-1 dispatchers would be able to help a bystander who has a cell phone or landline to provide life-saving Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, more commonly known as CPR, until paramedics arrive, as a result of House Bill 786 jointly authored by Rep. Terry Canales, D-Edinburg.
Trade Agricultural Inspection Grant by Rep. Guerra, Rep. Guillén, and Rep. Muñoz – which helps speed up safe, efficient entry of majority of Mexican farming products into U.S. through the Pharr International Bridge – approved for continuation by the House of Representatives
The Trade Agricultural Inspection Grant Program, authored by Rep. R.D. “Bobby” Guerra, D-McAllen, which helps speed up the safe and efficient entry of Mexican farming products into the United States through the Pharr International Bridge, has been approved to continue through September 1, 2025 by the House of Representatives.
With CD players all but eliminated from new cars, Congress set to save AM radio in vehicles from same fate, reports Edinburg Mayor Omar Ochoa
Proposal by U.S. Rep. Mónica De La Cruz, which is delayed in Congress, would create a full-service U.S. veterans hospital in the Rio Grande Valley
Terrence Howard, an Academy Award-nominated actor, recording artist, and entrepreneur, honored with city proclamation for his surprise visit to Edinburg, reports Mayor Omar Ochoa
Stronger public safety, improved rehabilitation for inmates, $150 million in taxpayer savings, among major improvements to Texas Department of Criminal Justice under milestone state law led by Rep. Terry Canales, D-Edinburg
DHR Health’s 2026 Resident and Fellow Graduation Ceremony produces physicians and pharmacists dedicated to providing healing, advanced health care, research, education, excellence, and compassion close to home
Edinburg Cable Network earns 2026 Silver Telly Award for holiday video “The City of Edinburg Catches the Grinch,” reports Mayor Omar Ochoa
Robert Peña, Jr., 58, former state legislative candidate, longtime Edinburg school board trustee, economic development leader, and veteran of Operation Desert Storm, passes away
Rep. Terry Canales being joined by other visionary leaders, business giants, and political trailblazers to serve on Texas Bicentennial Commission
$18 million to $20 million redevelopment of Comfort Inn and MainStay Suites latest evidence of continuing strong commercial construction in Edinburg, Mayor Omar Ochoa announces
From blank canvas to lasting legacy: McAllen’s Nikki Rowe High School celebrates resilient young artists during art contest awards ceremony