The number of migrant encounters at the Texas-Mexico border has climbed from 109,456 in March 2021, the month the mission began, to 116,976 in August — a failure of Abbott’s office’s stated desire to “stop this revolving door and deter others considering entering illegally.” By James Barragán, The Texas TribuneSept….

By: Ricardo E. Calderon, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2022 The tragic school shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas on May 24, 2022 that killed 19 students and two teachers shocked the foundation of this rural southwest Texas community as well as that of Texas and the United…

The Office of the District Attorney is responsible for the prosecution of felony crimes within the 293rd Judicial District, which covers Dimmit, Zavala and Maverick Counties. In just the last few months, the Office of the District Attorney has obtained, by way of plea agreements and jury trials, over one…

September 29, 2022 (EAGLE PASS) – The Texas State University System and Sul Ross State University today announced a $33.1 million investment in new and improved educational facilities in the Middle Rio Grande Region, including an estimated $30 million to construct a new multi-purpose education building in Eagle Pass as…

Por: Selene M. Calderon, Eagle Pass Business Journal, Inc., Copyright 2022 Este como cada año desde  1988, Estados Unidos celebra  el Mes de la Herencia Hispana del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre, para reconocer la cultura latinoamericana junto con su historia, tradiciones e  importante contribución a la sociedad…

In an affidavit, a process server said that the state’s top attorney tried to evade him as he attempted to deliver a subpoena from an abortion fund’s lawsuit against the state. By Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas TribuneSept. 26, 2022 “Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton fled his home to avoid being…

Mobile homes are a vital source of affordable housing for around 2 million Texans. But as Texas cities grow, many mobile home parks are being closed and redeveloped, pushing out longtime residents. By Lucy Tompkins, The Texas Tribune and The New York TimesSept. 27, 2022 “They saved to buy their…

Asylum-seekers describe being deceived by a mysterious recruiter and a carefully crafted operation that had little concern for their safety and welfare. By Beth Reinhard, Maria Sacchetti and Molly Hennessy-Fiske, The Washington Post – Sept. 25, 202212 PM Central Sign up for The Brief, our daily newsletter that keeps readers…

Stogner, who lost in a Republican primary runoff to incumbent Wayne Christian, said she’s endorsing Luke Warford. By Patrick Svitek, The Texas TribuneSept. 26, 2022 “Sarah Stogner, former GOP candidate for railroad commissioner, backs Democratic nominee in November’s election” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media…

As Texas continues to battle drought, groups are trying a market-based solution to help farmers and protect what little water is left. By Jayme Lozano and William Melhado, The Texas TribuneSept. 26, 2022 “To save water in Texas, these nonprofits are paying farmers to leave it in reservoirs” was first…