Tag: Border
39 people rescued from burned tractor-trailer after South Texas pursuit, Border Patrol officials say
On June 4, a dramatic rescue took place in South Texas when Border Patrol officials saved 39 people from a burning tractor-trailer. This intense...
Deputy arrested after undocumented immigrant discovered in vehicle at border checkpoint, BCSO says
BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed the arrest of an off-duty detention deputy, Carlos Favela, on allegations of smuggling...
Screwworm, a parasite dangerous to livestock, detected within 25 miles of U.S. border
In recent discussions surrounding agricultural pests, federal officials have provided reassurances regarding a specific pest that has garnered attention. According to the U.S. Department...
Border Patrol seizes more than $1.2M in alleged cocaine at Texas border bridges
In a recent operation, law enforcement officials uncovered a significant amount of illegal drugs hidden in vehicles attempting to cross the border from Mexico...
Fear among migrants remains high despite historic drop in border crossings, advocate says
SAN ANTONIO – In a striking development, federal officials have reported that border crossings have reached a historic low. Despite this decrease, the atmosphere...
$1.7 billion contract awarded ‘for border wall in Big Bend’ amid public confusion over construction plans
The recent announcement regarding the construction of a wall in Big Bend National Park has stirred significant discussion in both environmental and political circles....