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Tattoo Appointment Turns Into Alleged Indecent Assault in Del Rio DEL RIO, TX — A 39-year-old tattoo artist was arrested by Del Rio police on June 26, 2025, after allegedly making non-consensual contact…

Olive Garden Project Moves Forward in Eagle Pass — Construction to Kick Off Soon EAGLE PASS, TX — After months of anticipation, Olive Garden is officially preparing to break ground in Eagle Pass. Construction of the…

Texas Leads Nation in Job Creation Under Governor Abbott’s Leadership AUSTIN, TX — Governor Greg Abbott on Tuesday celebrated Texas being ranked the No. 1 state in the nation for job creation, with more jobs…

Rep. Tony Gonzales Votes to Fully Fund Veterans’ Healthcare and VA Programs WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) announced his vote in favor of the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Military Construction and…

Teen, 13, Survives Gunshot to Neck; Suspects in Juvenile Custody EAGLE PASS, TX — A 13-year-old boy is recovering after undergoing surgery in San Antonio for a gunshot wound that entered through the…

Beloved Local Musician and Educator Gerardo Lopez Appointed Assistant Principal at Memorial Junior High EAGLE PASS, TX — Memorial Junior High has officially announced the appointment of Gerardo “Jerry” Arturo López, Jr. as the school’s new…

Teen Girl Allegedly Struck Mother and Brother with Vehicle During Domestic Incident EAGLE PASS, TX — A 15-year-old female was taken into custody by Eagle Pass police on Tuesday evening after she allegedly injured her…

Human Smuggler Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison in Maverick County MAVERICK COUNTY, TX — A man found guilty of human smuggling has been sentenced to 15 years in prison following a ruling by a jury in the…

Leaders Meet to Launch Long-Awaited U.S. Hwy 57 Expansion Project SAN ANTONIO, TX — Regional and state leaders gathered today in San Antonio to officially launch the long-anticipated U.S. Highway 57…

Valdez Targets Transparency, Safety, and Median Barriers in First Council Meeting Eagle Pass, Texas — Mayor Aaron Valdez is set to take bold and immediate action on long-standing community concerns as he presides over…