New Texas laws in effect on Jan. 1: property taxes, insurance, and limits on AI
See a clear, easy-to-follow list of the Texas laws that took effect Jan. 1 and what they mean for Rio... Read more »
Articles by Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza
Six construction projects to watch in the Rio Grande Valley in 2026
Use our interactive map to track the major construction projects shaping the Rio Grande Valley in 2026.... Read more »
Sending money to Mexico just got more expensive— here’s what to know
The Trump administration imposed a new tax on money sent to Mexico, but there are some loopholes to avoid paying... Read more »
RGV bars rang up $193M in alcohol sales in 2025; one McAllen bar stood above the rest
As revelers prepare to ring in the New Year, here’s a list of the most popular bars across the Rio... Read more »
Higher health insurance premiums and expiring ACA subsidies are squeezing the Rio Grande Valley’s middle class
About one in five residents in the Valley had an Affordable Care Act health insurance plan in 2025, but that’s... Read more »
Hundreds of Rio Grande Valley companies lost state certification as Hispanic-owned. Here’s why
Texas is backing away from efforts to level the playing field for contracting with minority-owned businesses, affecting hundreds of companies... Read more »
The most popular place to stay in the Rio Grande Valley this year isn’t a hotel
South Padre Island leads regional overnight stays as lodging preferences continue to shift.... Read more »
Exclusive: Condo-style Hilton hotel planned near McAllen Convention Center
A new 100-room, condo-style Hilton hotel is planned just east of the McAllen Convention Center, targeting long-term business and project-based... Read more »
Longtime McAllen pharmacy among many affected by statewide error that drove customers away
Lee's Pharmacy says incorrect coverage notices sent during a critical enrollment window forced some patients to transfer to other pharmacies.... Read more »
McAllen and Brownsville housing markets are telling different stories
Inventory levels, buyer activity, and pricing pressures are playing out differently in the two metro areas this year.... Read more »
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