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• A historic shutdown is nearly over. It leaves no winners and much frustration

  November 12, 2025 11:38 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — The longest government shutdown in history could conclude as soon as Wednesday, Day 43, with almost no one happy with the final result. Democrats didn't get the health insurance provisions they demanded added to the spending deal. And Republicans, who control the levers of power in... more »

• Democratic leaders in Congress demand a meeting with Trump as government shutdown looms

  September 21, 2025 11:33 AM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — As a possible federal shutdown looms, the Democratic leaders of Congress are demanding a meeting with President Donald Trump to negotiate an end to what they call "your decision" to shutter government offices if no action is taken by the end-of-the month deadline. Sen. Chuck Schumer... more »

• Donna city officials to vote on proposed property tax rate decrease Play Video

  September 15, 2025 11:51 AM

  The Donna city council will discuss a proposed property tax rate. Their budget is currently a little over $14 million for the next fiscal year. They want to cut over $1 million from the police department in the form of longevity and retirement pay due to a loss in... more »

• Chief Justice Roberts keeps in place Trump funding freeze that threatens billions in foreign aid

  September 9, 2025 7:13 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — Chief Justice John Roberts on Tuesday temporarily kept in place the Trump administration's decision to freeze nearly $5 billion in foreign aid. Roberts acted on the administration's emergency appeal to the Supreme Court in a case involving billions of dollars in congressionally approved aid. President Donald... more »

• Cameron County deputies, jailers receiving 10 percent salary increase Play Video

  September 6, 2025 12:54 PM

  Cameron County employees will soon be seeing a bump in their pay. The county approved their yearly budget to include the pay raise. Cameron County Sheriff Manuel Trevino said this increase will help the department keep jailers and deputies. He says the raises will make their pay more... more »

• Trump blocks $4.9B in foreign aid Congress OK'd, using maneuver last seen nearly 50 years ago

  August 29, 2025 3:44 PM

  WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has told House Speaker Mike Johnson that he won't be spending $4.9 billion in congressionally approved foreign aid, effectively cutting the budget without going through the legislative branch. Trump, who sent a letter to Johnson, R-La., on Thursday, is using what's known as... more »

• About 750 new laws will go into effect in Texas on Sept. 1. Here are some of the significant ones.

  August 28, 2025 12:46 PM

  " About 750 new laws will go into effect in Texas on Sept. 1. Here are some of the significant ones. " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and... more »

• $5.3 million budget proposed for city of Starbase Play Video

  August 20, 2025 11:05 PM

  City officials said Starbase will need more than $5 million in the upcoming fiscal year. On Wednesday, Starbase commissioners met to discuss the proposed $5.3 million budget for the 2026 fiscal year. Starbase city leaders also voted to give the initial approval to the city's proposed tax rate... more »

• Cameron County increasing toll prices at their international bridges Play Video

  August 20, 2025 10:34 PM

  It'll soon cost more to cross into Mexico from Cameron County. The toll will increase from $4 to $5 starting on Sept. 1, 2025 at all bridges owned by Cameron County. The toll prices for pedestrians and commercial drivers won’t be affected by the increase. Cameron County... more »

• Four-day school weeks are on the rise as Texas districts look for teacher perks on a tight budget

  August 17, 2025 12:24 PM

  " Four-day school weeks are on the rise as Texas districts look for teacher perks on a tight budget " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. ... more »

• Local Congressman Discusses Impacts of Proposed Spending Bill Play Video

  December 17, 2019 6:03 PM

  WESLACO – The annual budget for the United States government is one step closer to getting approved. Part of the nearly $1.4 trillion budget includes border security. After the House of Representatives voted to pass the budget Tuesday , CHANNEL 5 NEWS spoke with Congressman Henry Cuellar. This... more »

• Lowest Paid Willacy Co. Employees to Receive Salary Increase Play Video

  September 23, 2019 5:18 PM

  RAYMONDVILLE – A salary boost is on the way for Willacy Couny’s lowest paid county employees. They will make at least $25,000 a year once the new fiscal year budget goes into effect Oct. 1. County leaders approved a $7.8 million budget; $200,000 more than the last budget.... more »

• Sebastian Resident Seeks More Law Enforcement Presence Play Video

  August 6, 2019 4:05 PM

  SEBASTIAN - A Sebastian resident is looking for more law enforcement presence on his street. He wants to know what the county is doing to help. Armando Gonzales spent all 69 years of his life on Martin Cavazos Street and he says for as long as... more »

• City of Roma Officers Air Grievances Against Administration Play Video

  July 30, 2019 9:12 PM

  ROMA - Police officers in Roma shared a lengthy list of concerns with the city's leaders via a letter they signed and sent earlier this month. It raises concerns against the administration. The police chief says he believes it's politically motivated; even so, he discussed the concerns his... more »

• Budget Concerns at Mercedes ISD Prompts Meeting Play Video

  May 7, 2019 10:31 PM

  MERCEDES – A financial crunch has prompted the Mercedes Independent School District to hold a special meeting. It’s been confirmed some jobs will be cut. The Mercedes community learned more about the budget concerns in Tuesday’s meeting. The interim superintendent discussed the breakdown of their fund balance... more »

• Local Shelters Struggle to Assist Migrants with Current Budget Play Video

  December 31, 2018 6:10 PM

  MCALLEN – The New Year holds uncertainty for shelters helping migrants in the Rio Grande Valley. Greater crowds of newly released migrants have not been met with greater budgets. A surge in families and unaccompanied children in the U.S. illegally has exceeded the numbers of 2014. Valley... more »