Good morning, McAllen.

ICE officials detained 25 undocumented immigrants from Mexico and Honduras at construction sites in South Padre Island and Brownsville— the detainees are now awaiting deportation— as part of a worksite enforcement operation.

The McAllen Police Department is searching for 26-year-old Diego Gonzalez Alvarado, who allegedly exposed himself at a business parking lot on South 10th Street on May 17; he is described as 6'0 and about 225 pounds with black hair & brown eyes, and police urge anyone with information to call McAllen Crime Stoppers at 956-687-8477 & assist in his capture.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents raided several sites in the Rio Grande Valley this week and arrested more than 50 undocumented immigrants, which has left local workers and business owners worried as shoppers avoid stores—fear continues to affect the community.

McAllen ISD and Sames McAllen Ford partnered to award a brand-new 2025 Ford Escape to high school student Cesar Castilla (the winner) for perfect attendance during the 2024-2025 school year; the drawing at the McAllen Convention Center narrowed nearly 1,000 entries to 11 finalists and covered tax, title and license fees (ensuring no extra cost).

STHS Children’s offers summer safety tips to parents and caregivers in the Rio Grande Valley—urging hydration, sun protection, and close supervision near water—to help prevent injuries and heat illnesses during outdoor activities.

Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training

All day — McAllen Flight Academy — $2090 — Enhance your software development skills with expert-led UML training in a collaborative setting.

Taste McAllen

6:30-8 p.m. — McAllen Convention Center — VIP tickets available — Savor a variety of culinary delights in a charming outdoor setting.

McAllen Amateur Golf Championship

36-hole stroke play tournament — Jun 21-22 — Champion Lakes Golf Course — Cost info not available — Compete in a community-focused amateur golf event in the Rio Grande Valley.

I Love Writing Meet Up

4:30-7 p.m. — Peter Piper Pizza — Open invite — Causal meet-up for anyone who loves writing or wants to start a book.

Chico Castillo Live Performance

7 p.m. — Espana Nouveau Mediterranean — $250 per person — Experience an intimate night with 'The Gipsy' Chico Castillo and live band performing beloved classics.