Good morning, McAllen.

South Texas College Regional Center for Public Safety hosted its annual Public Safety and First Responders Expo Friday, April 4th, connecting residents with law enforcement, fire and medical officials.

Agencies displayed state-of-the-art equipment—such as armed tanks and motorcycle units—to highlight their work.

Pharr Economic Development Corporation President Victor Perez said the city is planning seven new industrial parks as the Pharr-Reynosa International Bridge expansion boosts interest from industrial developers—he will share more details at an upcoming industrial warehouse summit.

The growth is expected to attract further business investment in the area.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection detained Mexican madam Jaqueline Rios Garcia De La Cadena and two women on Wednesday when they attempted to fly from McAllen to Houston; she admitted arranging their travel for a $2,400 sex trafficking scheme and now faces a federal charge that could bring up to 10 years in prison.

ICE agents detained two individuals today near Jackson Road and Hackberry during a coordinated operation with Pharr PD, Border Patrol, and HSI—officials have not provided further details—and local residents reported that there was no danger.

Gabriel Fluffy Iglesias will headline the South Texas Comic Con from April 25 through April 27 at the McAllen Convention Center.

The three-day event will also feature guests from Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender and other shows — drawing fans to celebrate diverse comic culture.

McAllen is warning residents to check contractor credentials for flood repairs amid recent floods.

The city said it does not contract with private businesses for storm repairs and urged residents to avoid upfront payments — trusted contractors provide written estimates and structured payment plans.

At the end of 2021, nine-year-old Valentina was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and her family found support at the South Texas Juveniles Diabetes Association, where she learned to manage her condition over the last three years.

Today, she follows a daily routine at school to control her blood sugar and says she will be ok.

Sesame Street Live! Say Hello

6:00-7:30 p.m. — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket info available soon — Dance and play with Elmo and friends in a delightful live celebration.

34th Annual Home & Garden Show

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — McAllen Convention Center — Free entry — Explore the latest in home and garden trends at this vibrant community showcase.

The Power of Forever - McAllen, Texas

1-3 p.m. — Holiday Inn Express & Suites McAllen — Free entry — A two-part event showcasing Forever Living products and providing training for existing FBOs on updates.

Caffeine for a Cause: Foster Care Pop-up

3 PM — Village of Westlakes — Free entry — Enjoy local goods while supporting foster care initiatives.

Comedy Night at The Thirsty Monkey

9:00 – 11:30 PM — Thirsty Monkey — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughs with top comedians at McAllen's favorite venue.

Bardo Pond Concert in McAllen

7-10 p.m. — The Gremlin — No Refunds — Chicano Batman frontman, Bardo, hits the stage for a night of vibrant music in RGV.

Administrative Professionals’ Day Luncheon

11 AM – 1 PM — McAllen Convention Center — Registration required — Celebrate the vital role of administrative professionals in the workplace.

South Texas Comic Con

11 a.m. – 7 p.m. — McAllen Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 10 years of pop culture with celebrity guests, panels, gaming, and a Cosplay contest.

Noodle Run 5K & 1/2 Mile Fun Run

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Firemen's Park — Registration required — Family-friendly event bringing the community together for an evening run.

South Texas Comic Con

9:00 – 10:30 AM — McAllen Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant world of comics at South Texas Comic Con.