Gov. Greg Abbott orders preemptive strike on screwworm in Texas
Abbott ordered two Texas agencies to begin working together and with residents and business leaders to stop the spread of the invasive fly before it even starts.
https://rgv.news/gov-greg-abbott-orders-preemptive-strike-on-screwworm-in-texas-19037.html
Pharr PD revealed 2-month-old died days before wellness check
PHARR, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The 2-month-old victim in a capital murder case out of Pharr had been dead for days before authorities conducted a wellness check, according to the Pharr Police Department. Parents Miguel Ortiz Jr. and Karina Ramirez were...
https://rgv.news/pharr-pd-revealed-2-month-old-died-days-before-wellness-check-19035.html
Beware of fake traffic ticket scams, says BBB
WESLACO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Better Business Bureau of South Texas and the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles are warning the public of scam text messages. The BBB says people are receiving text messages saying they have outstanding traffic...
https://rgv.news/beware-of-fake-traffic-ticket-scams-says-bbb-19030.html
Mother of Naval Station Norfolk sailor killed seeks Navy accountability
The mother of a sailor who disappeared from Naval Station Norfolk and was found dead in a Norfolk neighborhood will be in Washington D.C. Wednesday demanding transparency and accountability from the U.S. Navy.
https://rgv.news/mother-of-naval-station-norfolk-sailor-killed-seeks-navy-accountability-19029.html
Suspect in Lt. Resendez killing pleads guilty to murder
SAN BENITO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — One of the suspects in the killing of San Benito Police Lt. Milton Resendez has plead guilty. Rodrigo Axel Espinosa Valdez pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of murder Tuesday, according to Cameron County...
https://rgv.news/suspect-in-lt-resendez-killing-pleads-guilty-to-murder-19027.html
Life of the Mother Act becomes law in Texas, allowing some abortions
MCALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — This weekend, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law the Life of the Mother Act. The new law clarifies when doctors can perform abortions if the pregnancy poses a risk to the mother’s life. Senate...
https://rgv.news/life-of-the-mother-act-becomes-law-in-texas-allowing-some-abortions-19014.html
Ross Dress for Less is tentatively scheduled to open 07/18/2025. 🙌
We were informed associate interviews will be taking place this week to be ready for opening day.
Boms: Texas Is Booming — and the Grid Has to Keep Up
A guest column from Matt Boms, executive director of the Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance. The post Boms: Texas Is Booming — and the Grid Has to Keep Up appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
https://rgv.news/boms-texas-is-booming-and-the-grid-has-to-keep-up-19007.html
Driver accused of killing friend with car identified as Vallucos gang member
MISSION, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A probable cause affidavit, obtained by ValleyCentral, revealed the details of how a Mission man allegedly died at the hands of a fellow gang member. Last week, Caleb Jeremiah Ramos, 29, was charged with first-degree...
https://rgv.news/driver-accused-of-killing-friend-with-car-identified-as-vallucos-gang-member-19006.html
Electricians and other crews were spotted getting to work at the future IKEA location in Pharr!
Just as a reminder, this will be one of IKEA's new "small format" stores. Think of it as a focused 44,000 sq ft showroom where you can get design help, plan your projects, and then order anything from the full IKEA catalog for free pickup right at the store.
You'll also be able to grab about 1,600 of their most popular items to take home immediately, plus get your fix at the "Swedish Bite" deli!
📍 500 N Jackson Rd., Suites A-2 & B-1, Pharr, TX 78577
Gonzalez asks Trump to help small businesses impacted by ICE raids
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) – Federal immigration authorities have conducted raids at businesses, homes, courthouses and many other locations across the nation. In South Texas, a number of restaurants were raided by ICE agents earlier this month. In Port Isabel a...
https://rgv.news/gonzalez-asks-trump-to-help-small-businesses-impacted-by-ice-raids-19001.html
Gonzalez to Trump: Let small businesses sponsor undocumented immigrants
In a letter to President Trump, U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez proposes an executive order that would provide migrants temporary lawful status on a yearly basis and allow them to continue working without fear of deportation. The post Gonzalez to...
https://rgv.news/gonzalez-to-trump-let-small-businesses-sponsor-undocumented-immigrants-18995.html
Two charged in Pharr capital murder investigation
PHARR, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Two people were charged with capital murder of a child, according to Hidalgo County Jail Records. Police responded to the 200 block of East Sam Houston on Sunday about a wellness check, which later led...
https://rgv.news/two-charged-in-pharr-capital-murder-investigation-18994.html
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Citing safety concerns, Starbase restricts access to public streets
STARBASE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Citing safety concerns, the city of Starbase plans to restrict access to public streets. During a meeting on Monday morning, the Starbase City Commission approved requests from SpaceX to install gates near four intersections, preventing...
https://rgv.news/citing-safety-concerns-starbase-restricts-access-to-public-streets-18982.html
Trump announces parameters of ceasefire between Israel and Iran
President Trump on Monday announced the parameters of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran that he says was “fully agreed” to and will begin to be phased in six hours from now. Trump expressed confidence that the end of...
https://rgv.news/trump-announces-parameters-of-ceasefire-between-israel-and-iran-18980.html
The Home Depot is coming to Penitas!
Get ready for a major new development as The Home Depot is set to begin new construction at 1901 Liberty Blvd, Penitas, TX 78576.
This project with an estimated cost of $20,200,000, will involve the construction of a massive 108,053 sq ft mercantile retail building and an additional 28,083 sq ft garden center, along with associated site improvements, totaling 136,136 sq ft.
Construction is scheduled to commence on October 6, 2025, and is expected to be completed by September 24, 2026.
📍 1901 Liberty Blvd, Penitas, TX 78576
Taylor Dédé, Ayala: With Medicaid, SNAP on the Chopping Block, What’s the Plan to Help RGV Families?
A guest column about federal funding cuts penned jointly by By Dr. Brandy Taylor Dédé and Amber Ayala of Children’s Defense Fund-Texas. The post Taylor Dédé, Ayala: With Medicaid, SNAP on the Chopping Block, What’s the Plan to Help RGV Families?...
https://rgv.news/taylor-d-d-ayala-with-medicaid-snap-on-the-chopping-block-what-s-the-plan-to-help-rgv-families--18972.html
Americans in Qatar advised to shelter in place
The U.S. Embassy in Qatar is advising American citizens in the country to shelter in place amid the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel.
https://rgv.news/americans-in-qatar-advised-to-shelter-in-place-18965.html
Explosions boom in Qatar amid Iranian threats to retaliate for US strike on nuclear sites
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Explosions boomed Monday night in Qatar, home to a major U.S. air base, shortly after its airspace was closed due to Iranian threats of retaliation after American forces pounded its nuclear sites. Witnesses...
https://rgv.news/explosions-boom-in-qatar-amid-iranian-threats-to-retaliate-for-us-strike-on-nuclear-sites-18961.html
Dancing on Horseback
Gathered in a half circle, eight young equestrians atop multicolored horses bowed their heads for a prayer led by their coach, Heidi Ramirez. They prayed for many things, including their own safety, given that the synchronized routine they perform...
https://rgv.news/dancing-on-horseback-18958.html
Rural Americans more likely to live with chronic pain than urban peers, UT-Arlington study finds
More than 3 million people call rural Texas home, and many lack access to a primary care doctor.
https://rgv.news/rural-americans-more-likely-to-live-with-chronic-pain-than-urban-peers-ut-arlington-study-finds-18954.html
Texas will require public school classrooms to display Ten Commandments under bill signed by governor
Come September, every public school classroom will be required to display the Ten Commandments — part of a larger push in Texas and beyond to increase the role of religion in schools. On Saturday, Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate...
https://rgv.news/texas-will-require-public-school-classrooms-to-display-ten-commandments-under-bill-signed-by-governor-18950.html
Water expert Jim Darling gives an update on the Rio Grande Valley’s most pressing issue
Everything Region M Rio Grande Regional Water Planning Group Chairman Jim Darling said at the Delta Area Summit. The post Water expert Jim Darling gives an update on the Rio Grande Valley’s most pressing issue appeared first on Rio...
https://rgv.news/water-expert-jim-darling-gives-an-update-on-the-rio-grande-valley-s-most-pressing-issue-18949.html
US bombs three Iranian nuclear sites
President Trump announced Saturday the United States had bombed three Iranian nuclear sites, including the Fordow site that is located in a mountainside. "We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow,...
https://rgv.news/us-bombs-three-iranian-nuclear-sites-18944.html
Cuellar: Proposed cuts to Medicaid could force rural hospitals to close their doors
Here are the prepared remarks U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar penned for a roundtable discussion on Medicaid, held at Starr County Memorial Hospital on June 19, 2025. The post Cuellar: Proposed cuts to Medicaid could force rural hospitals to close...
https://rgv.news/cuellar-proposed-cuts-to-medicaid-could-force-rural-hospitals-to-close-their-doors-18942.html
Get ready for delicious custom ice cream sandwiches! The Baked Bear, known for its warm cookies and premium ice cream, is officially building out a new location at La Plaza Mall!
This sweet new project involves the interior finish out of an 800 sq ft space to create the new dessert destination, complete with a prep area and restroom.
Construction is actually starting today, June 20, 2025, and is expected to be completed by December 30, 2025.
📍 2200 S. 10th Street, McAllen, TX 78503 (La Plaza Mall)
Texas is illegally keeping people with disabilities in nursing homes, federal judge rules
A federal judge determined the state illegally institutionalized severely disabled people for decades, often in poorly run facilities.
https://rgv.news/texas-is-illegally-keeping-people-with-disabilities-in-nursing-homes-federal-judge-rules-18926.html
A brand new 7-Eleven store (Store #42765 Penitas, TX) is set for new construction at the Northwest Corner of N. 23rd Street and US HWY 83!
This significant new development will involve site and grading work, followed by the construction of a 4,816 sq ft convenience store.
Construction is scheduled to begin on May 6, 2026, and is expected to be completed by November 2, 2026. With an estimated cost of $1,200,000.
📍 NWC N. 23RD & US HWY 83, Peñitas, TX 78576
SPI, Cameron County caught in tug of war
The City of South Padre Island wants to expand its convention center. Cameron County officials say there need to be a balance between economic growth and environmental conservation. The post SPI, Cameron County caught in tug of war appeared...
https://rgv.news/spi-cameron-county-caught-in-tug-of-war-18921.html
