Trump threatens 5% tariffs on Mexico over water debt, raising stakes for Valley growers
The tariff warning adds economic stakes to a long-running water dispute, tightening the squeeze on Valley growers and a fragile... Read more »
International trade
How Donna is moving forward with its plan to bring commercial truck traffic to its international bridge
The Donna-Rio Bravo International Bridge is undergoing $62 million of improvements to modernize the port of entry for more commercial... Read more »
Upcoming USMCA review puts South Texas–Mexico trade at risk, negotiator warns
The trade expert says rising political pressure for new tariffs could destabilize decades of cross-border production that fuel the Valley’s... Read more »
Mexico’s minimum wage increase boosts border incomes, but adds new uncertainty for regional employers
The adjustment caps years of steady gains for workers as companies along the border reevaluate costs, staffing, and competitiveness.... Read more »
Port of Brownsville ends year strong, sidestepping tariffs and expecting steady cargo through 2026
The port more than doubled its cargo volumes over four years, and despite tariff pressures, officials say 2026 should remain... Read more »
Hidalgo County loop advances as major tollway, trade corridor projects move forward
The HCRMA's latest report outlines progress on the 365 Tollway, the IBTC, and other planned connectors that will form a... Read more »
TxDOT to start construction on $242M highway to reduce Starr County traffic jams
TxDOT plans to build the four-lane State Loop 195 in three phases, connecting Roma to Rio Grande City in rural... Read more »
Progreso International Bridge to break ground on $8M truck-inspection project as commercial traffic grows
The Mid-Valley crossing is expanding federal inspection capacity, modernizing cargo lanes, and positioning the area for new industrial development.... Read more »
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