Good morning, McAllen.

The Food Bank of the RGV said that federal cuts led to the cancellation of twenty-three truckloads of food, disrupting nutrition support for 88,000 people each week.

The charity, facing extra challenges from recent flooding and the upcoming hurricane season, is urging residents (and local lawmakers) to support efforts to restore funding.

An off-duty Border Patrol agent, Alejandro Luna, was killed in a two-vehicle crash on South Ware Road near the 3200 block at 2 p.m.—a GMC pickup rolled over injuring a passenger while the Chevrolet Tahoe driver suffered serious injuries and local police began investigating as CBP held a hospital walk of honor for Luna.

CBP officers seized more than $270,000 in nine bundles of cash hidden in a 2008 Toyota bound for Mexico at Los Indios International Bridge on April 4th—authorities are investigating potential violations of currency reporting laws.

The McAllen Police Department is asking the public for help finding Alfredo Becerra—43—who is accused of breaking into a home on the 500 block of East Jasmine Avenue and assaulting a resident on April 7.

Jose Maria Mendoza turned himself in to McAllen police after allegedly taking part in a gunpoint home invasion on Business 83 last Wednesday — he now faces burglary charges and awaits arraignment.

The ACLU filed a class action lawsuit Tuesday against the use of a flawed system that marked three Venezuelans as gang members, and the suit seeks to stop their deportation to a notorious El Salvador prison—one of the men fears losing access to needed medical care if sent abroad.

This legal action may affect others facing similar removal orders.

Federal judges in Texas and New York blocked the deportation of five Venezuelans held in federal facilities yesterday by issuing temporary restraining orders—sheltering other similarly situated detainees as their legal challenges continue.

South Texas Health System McAllen will announce the official name of its new da Vinci 5 Robotic Surgical System today at 11:00 a.m. in the Private Dining Room — the reveal follows a contest that involved four local elementary school finalists.

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.

Watermelon Festival & BBQ Cook Off

2-11 p.m. — Alamo Sports Complex — Free entry — Celebrate summer with watermelon-themed activities and BBQ competitions.