Triple-amputee veteran creates online fundraiser for border wall funding amidst passage of omnibus spending bill on Capitol Hill.
Miriam Cepeda
Fern McClaugherty: The Taxpayers’ Representative
Most politicians in the Rio Grande Valley know who Fern McClaugherty is; if she’s sitting in their chamber, it’s because taxpayers asked her to speak on their behalf.
Residents Vote for Transparency in La Joya ISD
After sneaky tactics employed by the school district, residents elect a businesswoman who’s been vocal about bringing transparency into La Joya.
The Wall is Coming: Border Wall Contracts Awarded for RGV
Border security remains top priority as the caravan marches north and the 2019 fiscal budget deadline approaches.
“Palanca” Vote Secures Democrat Stronghold in the RGV
Texas Democratic Party initiatives to push Robert Francis O’Rourke in the RGV hurt the strongest Republican ballot ever seen in the area.
Hidalgo County Approves $190 Million Drainage Bond
Residents voted in favor of $190 million drainage improvements across Hidalgo County.
Federally Indicted Judge Wins the Rio Grande Valley
The Rio Grande Valley votes for indicted (former) Judge Rudy Delgado for 13th Court of Appeals Place 4. However, this doesn’t reflect the results for the entire race.
Ted Cruz Receives Warm Welcome Along the Rio Grande
Senator Ted Cruz stopped in Harlingen, Mission, and Laredo and spoke to thousands of supporters in what are considered the bluest parts of Texas.
Webb County Commissioner and Former Laredo Councilman Plead Guilty to Bribery
Condo stays at South Padre Island, meals, entertainment, and “campaign donations” is what it costs to bribe a Laredo City Councilman and Webb County Commissioner.
Democrats Push Unqualified Candidates to Create “Blue Wave”
Around the state, the Democratic Party is encouraging voters to vote straight Democratic ticket, regardless of their nominees’ track records.