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Cameron County judge opposes tax breaks for proposed oil refinery in Brownsville

March 20, 2026 • 3 min read

His stance comes as he heads into a runoff against the port chairman and as the county prepares to vote... Read more »

Starbase takes next step in massive expansion — here’s what you need to know

March 18, 2026 • 4 min read

As the process moves into the petition phase, debates intensify over access, jurisdiction, and future land use.... Read more »

McAllen is building three pedestrian tunnels — here’s where they’ll go

March 18, 2026 • 3 min read

City leaders say the tunnels will connect parks, trails, and tourism assets while allowing pedestrians to safely cross major roads.... Read more »

Developers look for ways to reduce financial risk as the Valley’s industrial projects take shape

March 12, 2026 • 5 min read

Private capital, tax credits, and cross-border partnerships are reshaping how large projects are financed along the U.S.–Mexico border.... Read more »

Brownsville, Cameron County expand downtown development zone as riverfront proposal remains pending

March 5, 2026 • 2 min read

Officials say a developer has long expressed interest in redeveloping property along the Brownsville riverfront but has not submitted a... Read more »

New survey maps 315 manufacturers along the binational border from Brownsville to Laredo

March 5, 2026 • 3 min read

A new COSTEP survey offers economic developers a clearer picture of the region’s industrial base by mapping manufacturing clusters in... Read more »

Breaking news: Reynosa economic development secretary dies after car crash

March 2, 2026 • 1 min read

Mauricio Treviño Garza, the secretary of economic development and employment, led business recruitment and workforce initiatives in the border city.... Read more »

Greater Brownsville EDC attracts $183.7M in new investment as industrial surge reshapes Cameron County

February 20, 2026 • 3 min read

The organization also reported 3,288 jobs in fiscal 2025 as aerospace, LNG and supplier networks expand across Cameron County.... Read more »

Rio Grande Valley leaders launch regional water study as supply uncertainty threatens growth

February 19, 2026 • 3 min read

The NADBank-backed advisory committee will guide infrastructure planning as drought pressure and growth strain existing capacity.... Read more »

Cameron County to weigh tax break for proposed $3.2B project to manufacture AI-powered military boats

February 19, 2026 • 3 min read

If approved, the multibillion-dollar facility would rank among the largest investments in Port of Brownsville history and deepen its role... Read more »

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