Brownsville police search for missing 15-year-old girl
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Brownsville police are looking for a teenage girl who has been missing since Thursday. Gabriela Villarreal, 15, was last seen wearing denim shorts, a lime green blouse and white Converse shoes. Police say Villarreal can...
https://rgv.news/brownsville-police-search-for-missing-15-year-old-girl-17093.html
McAllen High’s Mariachi Oro setting a gold standard with 8th state title
McAllen High’s Mariachi Oro has established itself as one of the premier mariachi programs in the state, with their recent 8th Texas Association of Mariachi Educators (TEMA) state championship serving as a testament to the winning culture that was...
https://rgv.news/mcallen-high-s-mariachi-oro-setting-a-gold-standard-with-8th-state-title-17073.html
GBIC chairman gives overview of the Greater Brownsville Tech District
A groundbreaking ceremony for the new district will take place on Wednesday, April 23. The post GBIC chairman gives overview of the Greater Brownsville Tech District appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
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Photo Galley: UTRGV Football plays in their first spring game
The post Photo Galley: UTRGV Football plays in their first spring game appeared first on MyRGV.com.
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RGV Girls Track Regional Preview: McHi, Harlingen High highlight loaded group
The Rio Grande Valley has become a constant at the state track meet over the years. Last season the RGV sent 28 individuals and four relay teams to the state championships. From that group emerged five individual state champions...
https://rgv.news/rgv-girls-track-regional-preview-mchi-harlingen-high-highlight-loaded-group-17061.html
RGV Boys Track Regional Preview: Several former state qualifiers eyeing another state bid
The Rio Grande Valley has become a constant at the state track meet over the years. Last season the RGV sent 28 individuals and four relay teams to the state championships. From that group emerged five individual state champions...
https://rgv.news/rgv-boys-track-regional-preview-several-former-state-qualifiers-eyeing-another-state-bid-17060.html
‘Constituent concerns’ reignite lawmaker’s attempt to reduce STC term lengths, taxing
State Rep. Sergio Muñoz Jr. is trying again. The post ‘Constituent concerns’ reignite lawmaker’s attempt to reduce STC term lengths, taxing appeared first on MyRGV.com.
https://rgv.news/-constituent-concerns-reignite-lawmaker-s-attempt-to-reduce-stc-term-lengths-taxing-17059.html
Latest at SpaceX with LabPadre: April 17
BOCA CHICA, Texas (ValleyCentral) — This Week at Starbase, SpaceX dials in the chopsticks at Pad B. The flame diversion system is delivered and installed at the launch complex, and the build out of Ship 35 and 37 continue...
https://rgv.news/latest-at-spacex-with-labpadre-april-17-17058.html
US citizen held by ICE despite judge seeing birth certificate
Juan Carlos Lopez-Gomez, who was born in the United States, was detained Wednesday in Florida by the state’s highway patrol and was charged with illegally entering the Sunshine State as an “unauthorized alien” under a state law that has...
https://rgv.news/us-citizen-held-by-ice-despite-judge-seeing-birth-certificate-17057.html
FSU shooting: Will the suspected gunman's mother face charges?
The gunman accused of killing two and injuring six at Florida State University allegedly used his mother's former service weapon — she's a sheriff's deputy — but legal experts say it's too early to know if she will face...
https://rgv.news/fsu-shooting-will-the-suspected-gunman-s-mother-face-charges--17055.html
US Rep. Henry Cuellar wants corruption trial held in Laredo, not Houston
U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife Imelda Cuellar on Wednesday filed a motion asking a federal judge in Houston to allow his corruption trial to be held in Laredo. The post US Rep. Henry Cuellar wants corruption trial...
https://rgv.news/us-rep-henry-cuellar-wants-corruption-trial-held-in-laredo-not-houston-17049.html
Cameron County voters to decide arena proposal for a third time
Cameron County is taking another shot at getting its own 10,000-seat multi-purpose arena, and officials are hoping that voters this time around will approve a proposition on the May 3 ballot that would allow the county’s existing venue/visitor tax...
https://rgv.news/cameron-county-voters-to-decide-arena-proposal-for-a-third-time-17044.html
STHS launches new robotic surgery program
STHS has now acquired the da Vinci 5 Robotic Surgical System. The post STHS launches new robotic surgery program appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
https://rgv.news/sths-launches-new-robotic-surgery-program-17041.html
Politician who smuggled cocaine through Progreso sentenced to 2 years in prison
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A politician who smuggled cocaine through Progreso is headed to federal prison. During a hearing on Thursday afternoon, Chief U.S. District Judge Randy Crane sentenced Dagoberto “Dago” Treviño, 45, of Progreso — who ran for...
https://rgv.news/politician-who-smuggled-cocaine-through-progreso-sentenced-to-2-years-in-prison-17040.html
Ending 30 Years of Resistance, Trump and Abbott Break the ‘People’s House’
The morning of the Texas House vote on school vouchers Wednesday included, among other last-minute maneuvering, a phone call from President Donald Trump. “It’s one of the most important votes you’ve ever taken,” Trump told the House GOP caucus...
https://rgv.news/ending-30-years-of-resistance-trump-and-abbott-break-the-people-s-house--17037.html
'Horrible thing': President Trump gives remarks on FSU shooting
"It's a shame," the president said.
https://rgv.news/-horrible-thing-president-trump-gives-remarks-on-fsu-shooting-17036.html
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. coming to SPI
SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Reports from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation indicate a Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. location is coming to South Padre Island. Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is known for serving creative seafood dishes...
https://rgv.news/bubba-gump-shrimp-co-coming-to-spi-17029.html
The iconic Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is building a brand new location at 2301 Laguna Blvd!
Construction of a new, three-story restaurant spanning 18,042 sq ft is set to begin on July 31, 2025, and is expected to be completed by July 31, 2026.
Get ready for delicious seafood with a fun, movie-themed atmosphere right on South Padre Island!
📍 2301 Laguna Blvd., South Padre Island, TX 78597
Covarrubias: Port Laredo’s World Trade Bridge: 25 Years Transforming North American Trade
What began as a solution to local congestion has become a critical junction in North American commerce, writes the director of the Texas Center for Economic and Enterprise Development. The post Covarrubias: Port Laredo’s World Trade Bridge: 25 Years...
https://rgv.news/covarrubias-port-laredo-s-world-trade-bridge-25-years-transforming-north-american-trade-17021.html
Garza: Spring is in the air, and so are the tariffs.
Former US Ambassador to Mexico Antonio Garza: For a look at the reciprocal tariff order and its potential impact on North America, there is no one more knowledgeable than Francisco de Rosenzweig, executive partner at White & Case Mexico. The post Garza: Spring is...
https://rgv.news/garza-spring-is-in-the-air-and-so-are-the-tariffs--17017.html
In historic first, Texas House approves private school voucher program
The bill would let families use taxpayer dollars for their children’s private schooling. Lawmakers also signed off on a sweeping $7.7 billion package to boost public school funding.
https://rgv.news/in-historic-first-texas-house-approves-private-school-voucher-program-17016.html
See how Texas House members voted on school vouchers
The House approved historic legislation that would implement school vouchers in Texas. Here’s how each representative voted.
https://rgv.news/see-how-texas-house-members-voted-on-school-vouchers-17015.html
Starbucks is set to unveil its first ever 3D printed store on April 24. The 1,400 square foot coffee shop, constructed with on site printed concrete, features a modern design with rounded corners and shaded walk up and drive thru windows.
📍 2491 Boca Chica Blvd
San Benito’s Medina climbs ladder on UTRGV offensive line
BROWNSVILLE — San Benito alumnus and UTRGV redshirt freshman guard Frank Medina is the smallest lineman on the Vaqueros roster. Listed at 5 feet 9 inches and 318 pounds, Medina knows he has to work twice as hard as others....
https://rgv.news/san-benito-s-medina-climbs-ladder-on-utrgv-offensive-line-17006.html
That’s not squash: CBP finds nearly $9M in meth shipment at Pharr bridge
Hidden within a shipment of chayote, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers found packages containing more than 1,000 pounds of methamphetamine at the Pharr International Bridge. The post That’s not squash: CBP finds nearly $9M in meth shipment at...
https://rgv.news/that-s-not-squash-cbp-finds-nearly-9m-in-meth-shipment-at-pharr-bridge-17005.html
Valley wind machine to crank up
After taking a bit of a break, our spring winds will be making a comeback. We start off on the breezy side this afternoon with southeast winds at 15-20 miles per hour (MPH), gusting to 30 MPH. This will...
https://rgv.news/valley-wind-machine-to-crank-up-16986.html
Texas House OKs bill that gives schools more latitude to discipline students
A last-minute amendment would require students to go to alternative education settings if they attack a teacher or make terroristic threats.
https://rgv.news/texas-house-oks-bill-that-gives-schools-more-latitude-to-discipline-students-16965.html
Love between the buns: Social media campaign leads writer to Seymour’s Deli in McAllen
McALLEN — Upon entering Seymour’s Deli, you’ll see a framed Monitor article from 2010 with the headline “Still Cookin’ After All These Years.” While making your way to the pick counter of the restaurant, you’ll see Jim Wood still...
https://rgv.news/love-between-the-buns-social-media-campaign-leads-writer-to-seymour-s-deli-in-mcallen-16962.html
Top dog: Brownsville animal shelter wins national award
The Brownsville Animal Regulation and Care Center’s dramatic turnaround over the last two years has earned it national recognition. The post Top dog: Brownsville animal shelter wins national award appeared first on MyRGV.com.
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