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Lupita Sanchez, Andrik Gonzalez, Osvaldo Grimaldo, and Eric Holgín. (Photo: RGG/Steve Taylor)

An in-depth discussion on immigration policy in the RGV

Analysis by Osvaldo Grimaldo, Andrik Gonzalez, Eric Holgín, and Lupita Sanchez.
Randi Weingarten, national president of the American Federation of Teachers, spoke at a Get Out the Vote rally in McAllen.

Weingarten: Vote for Education

The national president of the American Federation of Teachers participated in a Get Out the Vote rally in McAllen.
Basilio Mendoza, head coach of Texas Southmost College's cross country running program.

Texas Southmost College hosts regional cross country competition

TSC's talented cross country runners are getting recognized, say college officials.
Roma Mayor Jaime Escobar watches as TAMIU President Dr. Christopher Maynard and state Sen. Judith Zaffirini sign the MOU. (Photo: RGG/Steve Taylor)

TAMIU to have a much greater presence in Roma, Texas

MOU signed by City of Roma, Roma CISD, and Texas A&M International University.
Commentary from Spencer Gareiss, founder, managing partner and CEO of Greenridge Group, a private equity firm and business brokerage.
The 2026 Voces Health Summit brought health and culture together at the Brownsville Events Center.
South Texas Alliance of Cities holds annual meeting at McAllen's Center for Urban Ecology.

LRGVDC Unanimously Adopts Historic Community Benefit Agreement for AI Data Centers

Exclusive interviews with Manuel Cruz and Jordana Barton-Garcia.

Lentz and Rivera discuss AI and the Future of Work

AI experts Drew Lentz and Daniel Rivera provided a stimulating conversation at the State of the Regional Workforce Conference.

Suarez: Growth, Investment & Opportunity in McAllen

The president of McAllen Economic Development Corporation speaks at the State of the Regional Workforce Conference.

Salinas: Growth, Investment & Opportunity in Brownsville

The president of Greater Brownsville Economic Development Corporation speaks at the State of the Regional Workforce Conference.

Whitlock: Why Henry Cuellar’s Seniority and Record Make Him the Clear Choice for South Texas

Veteran broadcaster and public policy advocate Ron Whitlock makes an endorsement in Congressional District 28.

Almaraz: Regional Workforce Boards Uniting to Meet Historic RGV Industrial Surge

Two Valley workforce groups align strategies following eye-opening Port of Brownsville tour and joint summit on South Padre Island.

Feature Film ‘Popcorn Prophets’ to Be Produced in Rio Grande Valley

A podcast with U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret and filmmaker Nate Boyer.

Educators discuss Long Game documentary, Midterm elections

Event organized by the Rio Grande Valley chapter of the American Federation of Teachers.
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Ask the Expert: Take Charge of Your Health To Prevent Diabetes

Dr. Mulukutla

As the Rio Grande Valley heads into November, recognized as “National Diabetes Awareness Month,” DHR Health’s Diabetes and Endocrinology Institute is encouraging community members to make diabetes awareness and prevention a priority.

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