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The city of Primera plans to develop its own water treatment plant and new municipal water well for its more than 5,000 residents, according to city officials. The plan comes after the city and its so
Stephanie Tovar poses with her new book “Make Way For Madison: The Seven Summits.” (Courtesy photo) “Once there was a girl named Madison and she loved to climb,” Brownsville mom Stephanie Tovar wrote
BROWNSVILLE — The Gladys Porter Zoo opened its new attraction on Friday where visitors can see animals in virtual reality headsets. For seven minutes, four riders buckle up in egg-shaped pods for an i
The Jungle displays a notification from the city communicating its shutdown on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in downtown Brownsville. (Courtesy photo) On Wednesday afternoon, a judge extended a temporary
Consultants for the South Padre Island Convention Center presented potential expansion plans at the Cameron County Commissioner’s Court on June 30. These three new plans come after the county voted do
BROWNSVILLE — “You put my kids in danger.” Speaking in Spanish, those are the words 20-year-old Katherine Darlene Martinez told her 18-year-old brother on the day he and his co-defendant lead police o
The Rio Grande Valley is planning star-spangled festivities for the Fourth of July. It’s the 250th anniversary of the United States. Here’s a comprehensive look at how local cities and towns are igni
Eight bars along Pablo Kisel Boulevard in Brownsville were shut down Wednesday, June 24, for not complying with health and safety rules, according to City Attorney Will Treviño. The owners have since
A Raymondville-based mental health service provider, previously part of Cameron County’s jail diversion program, was arrested by federal officials Wednesday on a four-year $114 million healthcare frau
Juan Ivan Jimenez A Brownsville man was sentenced to 28 years in prison on Monday for fatally stabbing a 26-year-old man in Cameron Park, court records show. A charge of aggravated assault causing ser
Brownsville Metro, or B Metro, wants to expand the city’s public transit network by adding a rapid bus transit system, new fixed routes and on-demand van or minibus options, according to a presentatio
“Wait, you guys are actually from Brownsville?” singer and rhythm guitarist Nicholas Tamayo, 29, recalls a listener asking. Cannon The Dealers, a four-person “indie-sleaze” band from the Rio Grande Va
Mark Milum has been a city manager for longer than most. After 22 years of working for the “close-knit” city of Los Fresnos and serving alongside three mayors, he has seen the city grow from a populat
Rogelio Campos Leal A Los Fresnos truck driver charged with two counts of criminal negligence homicide was sentenced to six months in jail this Tuesday for a deadly 2023 stop sign crash. On Sept. 26,
Brownsville City Manager Alan Guard The Brownsville City Commission appointed current interim City Manager Alan Guard as its new city manager late Tuesday evening. The commissioners approved authoriza
Cameron County Commissioners Court voted on Tuesday to approve a 95%, 19-year tax abatement for a military and commercial AI technology company to build a $3.2 billion “Port Alpha” shipyard at the Por
The Rio Grande Valley is celebrating this year’s Pride Month through events planned largely by local organizations and small businesses. A week in, community members have already hosted art exhibits
A view of Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Center Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2022. (Miguel Roberts/The Brownsville Herald) The Cameron County Carrizales-Rucker Detention Center is not accepting any class B misdeme
BROWNSVILLE — Some listeners slouched further into their hard wooden chairs as the public comment period grew tense in Cameron County Commissioners Court on Tuesday. After about three hours, more than
BROWNSVILLE — The Cameron County Commissioners Court on Tuesday tabled a tax break for an Austin-based defense technology company that is interested in building a $3.2 billion, next-generation shipyar
At the West Brownsville Little League Park, baseball practice for Challenger Division players starts on Sunday evenings when the air starts to cool. The team runs the bases on turf fields safe for whe
South Padre Island officials are calling on support to protect federal Coastal Zone Management grants that have long helped the city fund dune protection and beach access ramp projects, the city annou
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Looking for a fun way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors this summer? The Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to grab a paddle and experience an evening of kayaking as part of its exciting summer recreational activities.
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is now accepting applications for a new statewide license for mobile food vendors, including food trucks, pushcarts, and roadside vendors.
Community leaders from across Brownsville gathered at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley for the second One City Summit, where discussions centered on strengthening education, workforce development, and economic opportunity through collaboration.
Drivers in Brownsville can expect a smoother ride as the City's Department of Engineering and Public Works completes a mill-and-overlay project at Ridgely Road and Ringgold Road.
Following Thursday's announcement by the Governor's Office and the Port of Brownsville, the Greater Brownsville EDC welcomes Saronic Technologies to Brownsville.
Young artists will have the chance to showcase their creativity and celebrate what makes Brownsville special during the 2026 Arts & Literacy Festival, hosted by the Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department.
Brownsville residents are encouraged to take extra precautions as hot temperatures and high humidity are expected to continue through Sunday, according to the National Weather Service in Brownsville/Rio Grande Valley.
The City of Brownsville Convention and Visitors' Bureau, the Office of Space Commerce, and Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages will celebrate the unveiling of a new community mural in downtown Brownsville with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, July 16.
The City of Brownsville has formed a new partnership with Civic Marketplace and the Alliance for Innovation (AFI) to expand access to cooperative purchasing opportunities for public entities across the United States.
The City of Brownsville is inviting residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to help shape the future of downtown by reviewing the draft Downtown Renaissance Master Plan and providing public feedback.
There’s something magical about reading aloud, especially when your audience has paws, whiskers, and a wagging tail. At the Brownsville Public Library, young readers are discovering that books become even more exciting when shared with furry friends.
The steady pop of paddles and pickleballs has become a familiar soundtrack inside the Dome at Brownsville Sports Park, where players of all ages gather daily to enjoy one of the nation's fastest-growing sports.
The sound of violins is filling the halls of the Brownsville George Ramirez Performing Arts Academy this summer as young students discover the joy of making music through the Revival of Cultural Arts (ROCA) Violin Camp Program.
The City of Brownsville is reminding residents about its scheduled Brush and Bulky Item Pickup services provided by Republic Services. These services are designed to help keep neighborhoods clean and clutter-free while promoting proper waste disposal.
Families are invited to kick off the new school year at the Brownsville Police Department's Back-to-School Fair, a free community event designed to help students head back to the classroom prepared for success.
The City of Brownsville Department of Engineering and Public Works Traffic Division is advising motorists of temporary daytime lane closures on International Boulevard beginning Wednesday, July 15, as roadway improvement work gets underway.
SpaceX is preparing for a potential 13th Test Flight of Starship on Thursday, July 16th, between the hours of 5:45pm and 7:15pm CST
Brownsville residents are embracing curbside recycling, with participation exceeding expectations just six months after the City's residential recycling program launched in January.
Construction is moving forward on the highly anticipated Sprouts Farmers Market, which is scheduled to open in Brownsville next year.
Grab your swimsuit, bring your family, and get ready for a fun-filled summer evening at the pool! The Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department invites the community to its next Dive-In Movie on Thursday, July 24, at Gonzalez Pool.
As part of the Wild Rose Lane Reconstruction Improvements Project, the westbound approach of Wild Rose Lane at Central Boulevard will be closed to all traffic beginning Monday, July 13, 2026, to allow crews to complete sanitary sewer improvements.
Brownsville Mayor John Cowen, Jr. and the City Commission have selected Alan Guard, ICMA-CM, CGFO, to serve as Brownsville’s next City Manager. The decision was made during the regularly scheduled City Commission meeting on June 16, 2026.
The Brownsville Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Brownsville, invites the community to Friday with the City on Friday, July 17, for the latest update on the Downtown Renaissance Master Plan.
The Brownsville City Commission's July 7 meeting featured recognitions for outstanding community and city achievements while advancing key initiatives focused on economic development, municipal operations, and updates to the City's governing charter.
The Department of Health, Wellness, and Animal Services invites young nature enthusiasts and their families to discover the fascinating world of insects at Bug Bash.
Looking for a fun and free family outing? The City of Brownsville Parks and Recreation Department is inviting the community to celebrate creativity, imagination, and the joy of reading at the 2026 Arts & Literacy Festival.
The library is partnering with Sea Turtle, Inc. to present a free, family-friendly program that takes attendees on an incredible journey with sea turtles, from nesting and hatching to their long ocean migrations.
The City of Brownsville and the Gladys Porter Zoo are bringing wildlife education to the community through Creature Feature, a BTV News video series that showcases the incredible animals that call the Gladys Porter Zoo home.
As many families head outdoors for Fourth of July celebrations, health officials are reminding residents to make heat safety part of their holiday plans.
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