La Villa is targeting run-down and abandoned properties for demolition under a new city ordinance aimed at removing safety hazards and improving neighborhood appearance.

La Villa officials announced a plan to replace their 40‑year‑old water‑treatment plant, which would cost $14 million, and have applied for state grants to cover the expense. On Wednesday the city commissioners approved a backup strategy, and Administrator Antonio “Tony” Barco said the council authorized a loan application through the Texas Water Development Board to fund interim repairs that should keep the facility operating for a few more years while grant efforts continue.

Cameron County commissioners voted to partner with Brownsville on a 25-year reinvestment zone aimed at expanding housing near I-169 to support growth from SpaceX, LNG, and tech developments.

Port Isabel commissioners voted on Wednesday to label Long Island Village an industrial district, a decision that sparked anger among the community’s property owners who gathered at City Hall to oppose it. Residents like Bruce Redfield, a retiree since 2019, fear the change will hurt home values, while City Manager Jared Hockema says the designation merely permits tourism‑related uses and opens further negotiations with landowners.

Candidate Melody Saldana is suing the city of Edcouch after officials blocked her from the Nov. 3 ballot over disputed 2018 tickets, securing a temporary restraining order ahead of a court hearing.

Incumbent Democrat Henry Cuellar and Republican challenger Tano Tijerina clash over federal funding, tariffs, and local infrastructure in a redrawn, highly competitive South Texas congressional district.

Edinburg city officials are planning to cut the street‑paving program to free up about $1 million for employee health‑insurance costs. Mayor Omar Ochoa said the city, which switched to self‑insurance last year and spent roughly $9 million on coverage, needs to reduce the $2.5 million repaving budget. Residents like Argelia Guadarrama worry the cuts will delay repairs on streets such as Ebony Lane.

The Harlingen Fire Department is proposing new fees for contractor plan reviews, permits, and failed inspection visits to reduce wasted time and improve building safety.

Mayor Hugo Gamboa, candidate Norberto Rangel and Commissioner Stephanie Alegria of Progreso are being sued by their opponents, who claim Gamboa and Rangel skipped required filing fees and Alegria left mandatory information off her paperwork. The suit seeks to bar all three from the November ballot, and a judge has not yet scheduled a hearing. Residents should note the pending removal could affect the upcoming election.

Los Fresnos is preparing to adopt a 10-year master plan focused on upgrading water and sewer systems, drainage, roads, and expanding hike and bike trails.

An Olmito homeowner is challenging Cameron County Appraisal District records, alleging his 95-year-old home's listed age was lowered to increase property taxes.

Harlingen is spending over $32,000 to repair a private easement on Los Ranchitos Road damaged by the city's 18-ton garbage trucks.

Harlingen water and sewer bills are going up. Commissioners gave final approval to new rates to fund major infrastructure projects across the city.

The Hidalgo County Courthouse reopens Friday, Sept. 4, following a crash into the main entrance. Driver Jesus Alaniz Jr. faces DWI charges upon medical clearance.