CBP apprehends five people unlawfully in U.S. during 24-hour operation in Hidalgo

Customs and Border Protection officers in Hidalgo arrested five people found to be unlawfully present in the U.S. during 4 separate enforcement actions in 24-hours. HIDALGO, Texas — Federal officers in the Rio Grande Valley carried out four separate enforcement actions in just 24 hours, resulting in five arrests, according to U.S. Customs and Border … Read more

🤠 The Alamo and Whataburger team up for Texas-sized Independence Day surprise

The Alamo and Whataburger are celebrating 190 years of Texas independence with limited-edition t-shirts priced at $18.36 for one day only. SAN ANTONIO — When two Texas legends join forces, you know it’s going to be big. To celebrate 190 years of Texas independence, The Alamo and Whataburger are launching a collaboration that blends history, … Read more

Political fighting pervades Texas politicians’ responses to Austin shooting

One day out from the March primary, Republicans called for changes to immigration law. Democrats repeated their calls for stricter gun laws. AUSTIN, Texas — Texas elected officials and candidates’ response to the deadly shooting in downtown Austin on Sunday quickly turned political, as Republicans sharply criticized the country’s naturalization process and Democrats called for … Read more

Crews work to bring down hot air balloon after it crashes into communication tower in East Texas

The incident, which left two people trapped in the basket until they were rescued by first responders, has now entered a slow and technical recovery phase. LONGVIEW, Texas — A specialized tower repair crew spent Sunday securing and preparing to remove a hot air balloon basket that became lodged near the top of a 900‑foot … Read more

Joint Base San Antonio implements 100% ID checks at all gates

Joint Base San Antonio has increased security measures, including 100% ID checks at all gates and suspension of the Trusted Traveler program. SAN ANTONIO — Joint Base San Antonio is tightening security measures across all installations. Officials announced that 100% ID checks will now be conducted at every JBSA gate due to increased Force Protection … Read more