Numerous sites, services experience outages amid apparent widespread issue
Numerous sites and apps are experiencing problems Thursday afternoon.
https://rgv.news/numerous-sites-services-experience-outages-amid-apparent-widespread-issue-18738.html
Sams Memorial Stadium undergoes summer-long renovation
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Sams Memorial Stadium in Brownsville will undergo renovations this summer. The Brownsville Independent School District plans to convert the stadium from a football, track, and field facility into a football and soccer complex. Once complete,...
https://rgv.news/sams-memorial-stadium-undergoes-summer-long-renovation-18736.html
A $20 billion effort to avoid calamity: Here’s what Texas lawmakers did to save the state’s water supply
Among other changes is a new law that says homeowner associations can no longer fine Texans for not watering their grass during a drought.
https://rgv.news/a-20-billion-effort-to-avoid-calamity-here-s-what-texas-lawmakers-did-to-save-the-state-s-water-supply-18735.html
Taqueria re-opens after 3 inspections
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In this week’s Food 4 Thought, mom’s advice is making this Mediterranean restaurant owner the type of leader he is today. The Food Patrol also visited a food truck with three of their inspection reports,...
https://rgv.news/taqueria-re-opens-after-3-inspections--18720.html
Evidentiary hearing scheduled for 2001 Alamo murder case
ALAMO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — An evidentiary hearing has been rescheduled to prove the innocence of an Alamo man who was sentenced to life in prison for the 2001 murder of Mary Jane Rebollar. Rebollar was found dead inside her...
https://rgv.news/evidentiary-hearing-scheduled-for-2001-alamo-murder-case-18705.html
Developers propose more than 100 new gas power plants in Texas
New research reveals the planned expansion of gas-fired electrical generation to power artificial intelligence and other heavy industries.
https://rgv.news/developers-propose-more-than-100-new-gas-power-plants-in-texas-18703.html
NCIS confirms body as missing Navy sailor with Valley ties; 2nd sailor in confinement
A body found in Norfolk, Virginia, has been identified as missing Navy sailor Angelina Resendiz, and another sailor is in pretrial confinement, the Naval Criminal Investigative Service confirmed Tuesday.
https://rgv.news/ncis-confirms-body-as-missing-navy-sailor-with-valley-ties-2nd-sailor-in-confinement-18702.html
Grupo Frontera Alamo Pulga music video premieres Thursday
ALAMO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Grupo Frontera announced the premiere of its latest single and music video, which was shot at the Alamo Pulga. The band announced on its social media that the music video and single titled "Y Lo...
https://rgv.news/grupo-frontera-alamo-pulga-music-video-premieres-thursday-18695.html
Aunt sentenced in killing of Brownsville teen with autism
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The aunt of a boy with autism who died after being tied to a bed with a dog collar and rope entered a plea agreement to receive 10 years probation. Julie Brewington accepted a plea...
https://rgv.news/aunt-sentenced-in-killing-of-brownsville-teen-with-autism-18688.html
ICE arrests Mexican man at San Benito taqueria, deported same day
SAN BENITO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids at local Rio Grande Valley restaurants and businesses have sparked fear across the region. Valley Central spoke to Alexis Vasquez, who was arrested on Monday at...
https://rgv.news/ice-arrests-mexican-man-at-san-benito-taqueria-deported-same-day-18687.html
Mission Police seek help to ID suspect in kidnapping case
MISSION, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Mission police are asking for the public's assistance in identifying a suspect in connection with an aggravated kidnapping. The man was caught on surveillance video wearing a black snapback with white accents, a black t-shirt,...
https://rgv.news/mission-police-seek-help-to-id-suspect-in-kidnapping-case-18683.html
'We are hardworking people': ICE raids, arrests at local businesses
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Mass deportations continue to increase nationwide, including in the Rio Grande Valley. Several of them have taken place at local businesses. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents raided several restaurants in Harlingen and San...
https://rgv.news/-we-are-hardworking-people-ice-raids-arrests-at-local-businesses-18672.html
Showers, thunderstorms likely through Wednesday morning commute
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Today is going to stay mostly dry, though a stray shower influenced along the shore can't be ruled out, under partly to mostly cloudy skies. Humidity factored in to already hot temperatures (mid 90s to...
https://rgv.news/showers-thunderstorms-likely-through-wednesday-morning-commute-18671.html
Art Is Immortality
Editor’s Note: The following is excerpted with permission from Art Above Everything: One Woman’s Global Exploration of the Joys and Torments of a Creative Life (Beacon Press; June 10, 2025). My dad drummed for presidents once. He drummed for...
https://rgv.news/art-is-immortality-18670.html
Texas foster care agency chief to step down this summer
Two years after Stephanie Muth became Department of Family and Protective Services commissioner, staff turnover is down and the number of children without a placement has dropped.
https://rgv.news/texas-foster-care-agency-chief-to-step-down-this-summer-18669.html
At the H‑E‑B on Pecan Blvd in McAllen (near South Texas College), the beloved in-store “Chinese Kitchen” is still cooking up customer favorites even as others around Texas have closed.
https://www.mysanantonio.c...
This Session’s Worst Anti-Abortion Bill Died, but Pro-Choice Advocates Aren’t Celebrating
For four years, maternal health experts, reproductive rights advocates, and patients who suffered under Texas’ abortion ban have pleaded for lawmakers to clarify medical emergency exceptions in the state’s abortion law, seen as the bare minimum they could do...
https://rgv.news/this-session-s-worst-anti-abortion-bill-died-but-pro-choice-advocates-aren-t-celebrating-18652.html
We have an update from TDLR: 🚧
A brand new DD's Discounts is coming to the Peñitas Crossing Shopping Center, located at Hwy 83 and N 23rd St!
This project involves the new construction of an 18,000 sq ft retail store within the new shopping center. Work is set to begin very soon, on June 30, 2025, and is expected to be completed by July 1, 2026. With an estimated cost of $2.05 million.
📍 Hwy 83 and N 23rd St. (Peñitas Crossing Shopping Center), Peñitas, TX 78576
We have an update from TDLR: 🚧
A brand new Ross Dress for Less is coming to the Peñitas Crossing Shopping Center, located at Hwy 83 and N 23rd St!
This exciting project involves the new construction of a 25,000 sq ft retail store within the new shopping center. Work is set to begin on July 31, 2025, and is expected to be completed by July 1, 2026. With an estimated cost of $2.84 million.
📍 Hwy 83 and N 23rd St. (Peñitas Crossing Shopping Center), Peñitas, TX 78576
What to know about Trump's deployment of National Guard troops
It's not the first time Trump has activated the National Guard to quell protests.
https://rgv.news/what-to-know-about-trump-s-deployment-of-national-guard-troops-18640.html
Hundreds gather in Houston and San Antonio to protest immigration crackdowns in workplaces, courthouses
The protests in Texas followed days of unrest in Los Angeles, where President Donald Trump sent National Guard troops in response to demonstrations.
https://rgv.news/hundreds-gather-in-houston-and-san-antonio-to-protest-immigration-crackdowns-in-workplaces-courthouses-18629.html
Legislature provides $30 million to preserve and restore Corpus Christi’s famous Ritz Theatre
Ideally, the theater would be fully restored and re-opened in time for its 100th Anniversary in 2029. The post Legislature provides $30 million to preserve and restore Corpus Christi’s famous Ritz Theatre appeared first on Rio Grande Guardian.
https://rgv.news/legislature-provides-30-million-to-preserve-and-restore-corpus-christi-s-famous-ritz-theatre-18620.html
The wait is over! Hungry Howie's will be OPENING June 11th!
Get ready to enjoy your favorite flavored crust pizzas once again!
📍 8001 N. 10th Street, Suite 120, McAllen, TX 78504 (North Park Village)
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Work is set to begin on July 1, 2025, and is expected to be completed by July 1, 2026.
📍 Shary Rd and Ruby Red Blvd (North Sharyland Crossing), Mission, TX 78572
Project Name:
Chipotle
Project Number:
TABS2025020721
Facility Name:
North Sharyland Crossing
Location Address:
Shary Rd and Ruby Red Blvd
Mission, TX 78572
Location County:
Hidalgo
Start Date:
7/1/2025
Completion Date:
7/1/2026
Estimated Cost:
$550,400
Type of Work:
New Construction
Type of Funds:
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Scope of Work:
New ground up construction of a shell building
Square Footage:
2,336 ft 2
This project involves the build-out of a 4,055 sq ft vacant retail space to create the new store. Work is set to begin on August 25, 2025, and is expected to be completed by October 31, 2025.
📍 1600 Murphy Ave (Shops at 493), Donna, TX 78573
Project Name:
bath & body works
Project Number:
TABS2025020714
Facility Name:
Shops at 493
Location Address:
1600 Murphy Ave
Donna, TX 78573
Location County:
Hidalgo
Start Date:
8/25/2025
Completion Date:
10/31/2025
Estimated Cost:
$300,000
Type of Work:
Renovation/Alteration
Type of Funds:
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Scope of Work:
Build out of a new vacant retail tenant space
Square Footage:
4,055 ft 2
Texas Republicans pioneered in-state tuition for undocumented students. Now they’re celebrating its end.
In 2001, Texas Republicans saw expanding college access for certain undocumented students as a way to build an educated workforce. Now, some GOP lawmakers feel only U.S. citizens should receive those benefits.
https://rgv.news/texas-republicans-pioneered-in-state-tuition-for-undocumented-students-now-they-re-celebrating-its-end--18603.html
Texas will begin a summer lunch program in 2027, but only if feds don’t raise costs
The program would give low income families an extra $120 per child for summer lunches, but federal debate about food benefits could endanger the program.
https://rgv.news/texas-will-begin-a-summer-lunch-program-in-2027-but-only-if-feds-don-t-raise-costs-18601.html
A brand new Boot Barn is coming to the Shops at Mercedes, located at 6001 E. Expressway 83, Suite H!
This project involves the new shell construction for a massive 15,019 sq ft retail space. Construction is set to begin on November 1, 2025, and is expected to be completed by November 30, 2026.
📍 6001 E. Expressway 83, Suite H (Shops at Mercedes), Mercedes, TX 78570
Texas reined in recreational THC for more medical marijuana this legislative session
Texas passed sweeping changes to cannabis policy, including expanding the medical marijuana program and banning hemp products, while also boosting psychedelics research.
https://rgv.news/texas-reined-in-recreational-thc-for-more-medical-marijuana-this-legislative-session-18594.html
