Tourism

Could your health cost you a U.S. visa? New State Department guidance says diabetes, other chronic conditions may weigh against applicants

November 12, 2025 • 3 min read

Multiple media outlets report that new federal guidance instructs consular officers to consider chronic illnesses when deciding whether applicants can... Read more »

Rio Grande Valley airports see few flight cancellations, delays during federal government shutdown

November 11, 2025 • 5 min read

Flight cancellations across the Rio Grande Valley have remained limited, mostly affecting arrivals from major Texas hubs such as Dallas–Fort... Read more »

Brownsville’s downtown master plan aims to turn its historic core into a walkable hub for restaurants, retail, and housing

November 10, 2025 • 7 min read

For the past five months, the city of Brownsville has been laying the foundation for its massive overhaul of the... Read more »

South Padre Island residents say a second causeway could reshape access to the popular beach destination — if it ever gets built

November 6, 2025 • 6 min read

The long-delayed project could boost tourism and safety, but funding and federal approvals remain major obstacles.... Read more »

New $13M hotel breaks ground in Harlingen amid rising demand for long-term stays

November 6, 2025 • 3 min read

The 124-room property, set to open in fall 2026, will cater to contractors, Winter Texans, and traveling professionals drawn to... Read more »

More than 3,500 travelers caught in limbo as McAllen’s only nonstop Mexico City flight faces shutdown

October 31, 2025 • 4 min read

City officials say millions in economic impact and thousands of booked tickets are at risk as they work with federal... Read more »

McAllen pushes to save Mexico City flight, citing economic and trade fallout

October 30, 2025 • 4 min read

City leaders and business advocates warn that the loss of the McAllen–Mexico City route could undermine cross-border commerce, tourism, and... Read more »

McAllen airport to lose Mexico City flight after U.S. takes action against Mexican airlines

October 29, 2025 • 2 min read

The move will end one of the Rio Grande Valley’s only direct connections to Mexico’s capital and raises new challenges... Read more »

New DHS rule allowing biometric screening for all non-U.S. citizens could reshape daily crossings in the Rio Grande Valley

October 28, 2025 • 2 min read

The rule takes effect in December and opens a new chapter in how the federal government tracks people who enter... Read more »

Cameron County to borrow $33M for Brownsville & Matamoros International Bridge purchase, upgrades

October 28, 2025 • 6 min read

Officials say the 30-year revenue bonds will cover the county’s 50% share of the B&M Bridge and related renovations.... Read more »

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