Border Patrol ramps up enforcement with increased prosecutions and strategic removals amid shifting immigration patterns.

Mercedes Residents Grapple with Aftermath of Historic Flooding
Lingering water and drainage concerns persist as Hidalgo County works to restore services; state urges damage reporting.

Southern Hidalgo County hardest hit, with Weslaco and Mercedes facing major flooding and infrastructure challenges.
All four Rio Grande Valley counties have declared disaster status as cities deal with rescues, damage, and urgent need for aid.

Harlingen Airport Closed Due to Flooding
Valley International Airport shuts down operations as rain overwhelms airfield; passengers advised to contact airlines.

Texas Drivers Urged to Avoid Flooded Roads as Authorities Issue Safety Warnings
Authorities across Texas are reminding drivers to exercise caution during heavy rains, warning of dangerous conditions and penalties for disregarding flood barricades.

Flood Alerts in McAllen: Turn Around, Don’t Drown, Officials Warn
McAllen Officials Urge Drivers to Exercise Caution Amid Flooding and Continued Rainfall