Good morning, McAllen.

CBP officers discovered $815,000 hidden in a 2025 Honda Odyssey at the Anzaldua International Bridge—leading to the arrest of a 44-year-old American driver and triggering a special agents investigation into a suspected smuggling network.

Ricardo Rubiano of Rubi Group Capital, who is working to attract new investment from Mexico to the valley, said economic developers face challenges including a shortage of available labor — even as foreign businesses remain interested in relocating here.

Congressman Henry Cuellar met with Mayor Javier Villalobos to discuss immigration arrests that left local builders with worker shortages.

The mayor urged more legal work permits for undocumented workers—an action Cuellar backed—citing the need to support those taking on hard outdoor jobs.

Lawmakers passed a bill in 2023 that will replace paper license plates with metal ones starting July 1—new car buyers will receive metal plates on the day of purchase to help reduce fraud.

Buyers who purchase before the end of June have 60 days to update their plates, and dealers must plan ahead to order enough metal plates—ensuring a smoother registration process.

Kristen Longoria-Sandoval shares her brother's story; he was born with heart defects, got a donated heart at age one, and died at age six+ his family donated his organs to help others.

More than 100,000 people are waiting for transplants nationwide.

Killam Development won CoStar Group’s 2025 Lease of the Year Impact Award after leasing 64,539 square feet to recycling company GDB International in Sharyland Business Park near Mission—supporting growth in the local market.

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.

Sober Santa PDASH 5K & Fun Run

7 AM – 5 PM — Firemen's Park — Registration required — Celebrate Christmas in July with a fun 5K run and festive activities.

34th Annual Texas Hunters & Sportsman’s Expo

5-10 p.m. — McAllen Convention Center — Adults $20, Seniors $15, Children Free — Explore over 275 exhibits featuring the best in hunting and fishing gear.

Texas Hunters & Sportsman’s Expo

5 AM – 2 PM — McAllen Convention Center — Free & Paid entry — Discover the latest hunting gear and enjoy live music at this annual gathering for sports enthusiasts.