Good morning, McAllen.

Customers in Cameron and Hidalgo counties experienced power outages Wednesday afternoon, with American Electric Power reporting 176 outages in Cameron, 38 in Hidalgo, and 12 in Starr—Magic Valley Electric Coop reported 39 outages in Hidalgo and Brownsville police managed traffic at intersections near the four corners and along Hwy 48 and Minnesota Avenue.

The Better Business Bureau of South Texas and the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles warned local residents to ignore scam texts that claim unpaid traffic tickets will lead to a suspended vehicle registration—scammers use suspicious international numbers and urge victims to share personal information.

DHR Health's two-week internship gives high school students hands-on experience in medicine, covering fields like radiology, triage and obstetrics and gynecology—students will wrap up the program with presentations and an award ceremony on Friday.

LUPE joined other civil rights groups to file a lawsuit against Texas and the DOJ over the repeal of the Texas Dream Act, which let students pay in-state tuition and get grant eligibility before it was ended on June 4.

Texas AG Ken Paxton led the repeal after a DOJ lawsuit said the act broke federal law—more legal steps are expected in this developing case.

Today Gov. Greg Abbott ordered the Texas Animal Health Commission and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to form a response team that will work with landowners, livestock producers and researchers to stop the invasive screwworm fly from harming cattle and wildlife.

Gov. Greg Abbott ordered Texas Animal Health Commission & Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to form a Screwworm Response Team today to coordinate with residents and business leaders to stop the spread of a parasitic fly that threatens livestock and wildlife & protect Texas agriculture.

DHR Health will host its annual fishing tournament at Jim's Pier in South Padre Island on Saturday, August 23, to raise funds for the Hope Family Health Center—supporting uninsured patients in the Rio Grande Valley.

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.

Kung Fu Comedy Night

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Selfies & More Mini Market — Tickets required — Experience a night of laughter from the award-winning Recalled Productions in a vibrant atmosphere.