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UPDATE: Person Charged in Furnishing Alcohol
Responding Officers were dispatched in reference to “multiple underage subjects are drinking at location.” The Reporting Party (RP) contacted police to check a residence on the 1800 block of Kingsborough Avenue, in McAllen, after they received a “picture of incident and reported approximately 30 people at the location
STC and McAllen Partner on New Sustainability Initiative
Western District of Texas Sees Nearly 250 New Federal Cases in the Third Week of April
Escobares police chief arrested on DWI charge
Space Command Takes Operational Control of Facility in Alabama
- EducationSTC Tapped for National Effort to Modernize Noncredit Career Education
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- BusinessCommercial Flights Between the U.S. and Venezuela Resume This Thursday After 7 Years
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EducationSTC Tapped for National Effort to Modernize Noncredit Career Education
Texas Border Business By Joey Gomez McALLEN, Texas – South Texas College is the only college in Texas to be selected to join a national research initiative aimed at elevating the voices of students enrolled in noncredit workforce programs, while positioning the college as a key contributor in shaping the future of workforce education across the
EducationTexas Doubling Down on Skilled Labor with $17 Million in Educational Grants
Governor Greg Abbott announced that applications are opening for nearly $17 million in state grants to support new, redesigned, or expanded short-term workforce education and training programs geared toward high-demand occupations.
Hinojosa and Solis Emphasize Education and Policy in Second Chance Efforts
Texas Senator Juan Chuy Hinojosa and Dr. Ricardo J. Solis, President of South Texas College, addressed attendees on April 28, 2026, at the McAllen Convention Center Ballroom during the event “Rebuilding Futures, Advancing Second Chances through Policy, Partnership, and Purpose,” focusing on education, workforce development, and policy approaches for individuals impacted by the justice system.
EducationNew theater facility unveiled at Harlingen middle school
HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Educators and students gathered on Wednesday to celebrate the unveiling of a new theater facility. The Blackbox Theater is the newest addition to Gutierrez Middle School, located in the Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District. The facility marks a new chapter for the school district in its vision to support the fine arts.
- SportsUTRGV baseball team triumphs over No. 6 Oregon State 9-7ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Apr 30, 2026
- SportsFIFA World Cup Trophy Arrives in San AntonioTelemundo McAllen (KTLM) · Apr 30, 2026
- SportsFIFA could make billions from the World Cup. Texas host cities will get little in return.KRGV (NBC 5) · Apr 29, 2026
- SportsAmateur Junior Boxing Olympics Returns to Edinburg, May 1st-3rdTexas Border Business · Apr 29, 2026
HealthInfant Formula in the U.S. is 'Safe,' According to FDA Analysis
A new analysis of chemical substances in infant formula available in the United States has found reassuringly low levels of heavy metals, pesticides, and other potential contaminants, federal health officials reported on Wednesday. The review was conducted as part of the FDA’s Operation Stork Speed project, described as the 'largest and most rigorous' to date. The agency concluded that the infant formula supply is 'safe,' according to FDA officials and external experts. 'There’s no reason not to use any formula available' in the U.S., said Dr. Steven Abrams, a professor of pediatrics at the University of Texas at Austin, who reviewed the findings. FDA officials tested over 300 samples of commercial infant formula between 2023 and 2025 for heavy metals such as lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury. They also screened for pesticides, plastic-related chemicals known as phthalates, and PFAS, sometimes referred to as 'forever chemicals.' The agency reported that contaminant levels were either undetectable or very low. Detected heavy metals were well below limits set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for drinking water, and 99% of samples showed no traces of pesticides. Additionally, the FDA found no detections for 25 of the 30 PFAS compounds analyzed.
HealthThe push for raw milk intensifies in 18 states despite a series of outbreaks
La demanda por la leche cruda está ganando fuerza en 18 estados de los Estados Unidos, incluso frente a recientes brotes de enfermedades relacionados con su consumo. A pesar de las advertencias de las autoridades de salud sobre los riesgos asociados, los defensores argumentan que la leche sin pasteurizar ofrece beneficios nutricionales y un sabor más auténtico. Este debate continúa generando controversia entre consumidores, legisladores y expertos en salud pública.
HealthBlue Cross Blue Shield Settlement Payments of $2.67 Billion: What You Need to Know
Blue Cross Blue Shield subscribers may soon receive a check in the mail as part of a significant $2.67 billion settlement reached after years of litigation. The settlement, dating back to October 2020, alleged that the company violated antitrust laws by limiting competition among Blue Cross health insurance plans. Blue Cross denied all accusations of wrongdoing, maintaining that its decisions led to lower healthcare costs and greater access to health services. In addition to the settlement fund, the company agreed to implement 'changes in the way it conducts business' in a manner that, according to the plaintiffs, will increase competition in health insurance markets. According to the settlement administrator, the agreement has received final approval, and the initial distribution of payments will begin next month.
HealthDe La Cruz Leads Bipartisan Bill Targeting Fentanyl Deaths on College Campuses
Texas Border Business Texas Border Business WASHINGTON — Monica De La Cruz introduced the bipartisan Saving Lives on Campuses Act with Lou Correa, aiming to reduce overdose deaths among college students by requiring public colleges and universities to maintain opioid overdose rescue kits, including Narcan, on campus. Fentanyl overdose is the leading cause of death
- WeatherContinuing the heat until the weekendValleyCentral (KGBT) · Apr 30, 2026
- WeatherA relief is finally on the way for the Rio Grande ValleyValleyCentral (KGBT) · Apr 30, 2026
- Weather90s to 70s: Major weather changes on the way this weekend!ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Apr 29, 2026
- WeatherAEP Texas provides hurricane preparedness demonstrations to Valley emergency crew membersKRGV (NBC 5) · Apr 29, 2026