South Texas
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Make plans to attend these holiday events in the Coastal Bend
From meeting Santa Claus at La Palmera mall to ice skating in Portland, there are plenty of holiday events in the Coastal Bend to check out.
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Talarico, Hinojosa win, flip Texas blue
Follow Courier Texas all night on Instagram or here for live election updates.
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This South Texas race could decide the balance of power in Washington
Republicans redrew South Texas’ 34th District to unseat Democrat Vicente Gonzalez. Days before the election, he’s still standing, and a key forecaster now gives him the edge over Republican Eric Flores
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Stargazing in the Rio Grande Valley: What to know & where to go
If your head is filled with stars, you’ll love the night skies spread across the RGV. Here’s our guide to the best and brightest spots for stargazing in the Rio Grande Valley.
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Give your wallet a break with 5 free family outings in the Rio Grande Valley this November
From butterflies and nature trails to crafts and holiday meals, these Rio Grande Valley activities offer family fun without the hefty price tag.
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Can Texans still eat out for $10? A local founder is crowdsourcing the answer
A San Antonio man has launched a user-generated website that maps cheap meals across Texas.
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Brandon Herrera’s latest ‘jokes’: Eating kittens and running over cyclists
In the latest string of resurfaced racist and offensive remarks he has dismissed as jokes, Republican candidates for Texas’ 23 Congressional District Brandon Herrera said kittens in shelters should be sent to Chinese restaurants instead of being euthanized and that he fantasized about killing bikers on the street.
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Trump rally puts spotlight on Corpus Christi in this South Texas race
The new map sent Democrat Vicente Gonzalez back Corpus Christi, where he was born, and both candidates are courting voters fresh off a water crisis.
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What to know about 2026 Día de los Muertos Festival in Corpus Christi
Grab your marigolds and put on some sugar skull makeup for Corpus Christi’s 19th annual Día de los Muertos Festival.
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2027 Texas Elementary Teacher of the Year goes to Corpus Christi ISD educator
Denise Caldera, a kindergarten bilingual teacher at Galvan Elementary, was announced as 2027 Texas Elementary Teacher of the Year at an awards ceremony in Round Rock.
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Eric Flores wants billboard promoting Trump’s endorsement taken down
His campaign says it is designed to confuse voters.
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Sabores de Mexico: El Paso candy shop expands after going TikTok viral
The owner of Sabores de Mexico said he is living a dream, spending time with his family while packing up Mexican favorites like Mazapan, Bocadin and coconut bars.
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Corpus Christi voters will decide on a sales tax; where the money goes
Local voters will have an option on the ballot to reup an existing Corpus Christi sales tax in the current midterm elections.
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Former Trump voter protests MAGA administration in South Texas
At the No Kings rally in McAllen on Saturday, one former Trump voter shared concerns about accountability and corruption in the Trump administration.
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James Talarico’s message to Elon Musk: ‘Texas is not for sale’
Democratic nominee for US Senate James Talarico slammed trillionaire Elon Musk during a campaign stop on Sunday in Plano after recent reporting revealed Musk not only poured nearly $200 million into his Republican opponent Ken Paxton’s campaign, but that the state is considering selling Boca Chica State Park in Brownsville to Musk.
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South Texas Democrat shares his plan to support veterans
Veterans in South Texas are rallying behind Democratic Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, who will face Republican Eric Flores on the ballot in Texas’ 34th Congressional District on Nov. 3.
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Construction begins on nearly $400 million Beacon Point data center
Construction for the 525-acre Beacon Point Data Center campus will reportedly cost almost $399 million.
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As South Texas’ manufacturing industry grows, UTRGV will offer free training for incoming jobs
A $5 million grant will help prepare Valley workers with new skills
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Brownsville voters will decide on 15 charter amendments. Here are 4 explained
Brownsville voters will find 15 propositions on their ballots about changes to their city charter.
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Beyond ‘Breaking Bad,’ RJ Mitte leaves a legacy in Brownsville
The actor and philanthropist was found dead in his Brownsville home on Monday.
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Here are 24 trunk-or-treat events to visit in Corpus Christi area
From local churches to a rehabilitation center in Alice, there are at least 24 trunk-or-treat events where kids can score some candy.
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Headed to the Blue Ghost for a haunting? Here’s where to park, dine
The Haunting of the Blue Ghost is unique to Corpus Christi and a major draw to North Beach.
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UTRGV student, Gleb Dudin just beat the world chess champion
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley senior and chess grandmaster Gleb Dudin defeated reigning world chess champion Gukesh Dommaraju at the 2026 Chess Olympiad — a win that is already drawing new attention to UTRGV’s chess program.
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Eight Corpus Christi places named after Hispanic trailblazers
Several places in Corpus Christi have unique names. But who are the people they are named after?
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UTRGV chess player, Gleb Dudin just beat the world champion
A senior at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley has defeated Gukesh Dommaraju during the final round of the 2026 Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
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Choosin’ South Texas: More retirees are embracing the winter Texan lifestyle
Warm weather may bring retirees south, but affordability and community is why they choose the region.
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10 things to do in the Rio Grande Valley this month, from Halloween frights to foodie fests
October is a busy month throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Between Halloween frights and foodie celebrations, we’re highlighting things to do in the Rio Grande Valley that you won’t want to miss.
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Here are five places to find pan dulce in Corpus Christi
The Caller-Times rounded up five spots for you to visit to pick up your next box of pan dulce in Corpus Christi.
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El Paso, Rio Grande Valley residents say ICE tactics have gone too far, poll finds
Residents of El Paso County and the Rio Grande Valley feel that ICE tactics and increased immigration enforcement are making their life harder without improving their safety.
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South Texas barbecue brand named finalist in H-E-B Quest for Texas Best
A Roma family beat out nearly 1,000 entrants to compete for $50,000 and a place on H-E-B shelves.
