Good morning, Brownsville.

On Monday, Brownsville celebrated the official grand opening of the Madeira Master Planned Community—local dignitaries, stakeholders and community members attended the event to mark this major milestone.

The opening signals a significant step forward for community growth.

Police responded to a crash on the 67-hundred block of North Expressway 77/83 in Brownsville just before 2:30 a.m. on Saturday when a motorcycle hit the back of an SUV—killing 30-year-old Christian Jay Guerra.

A suspect involved in an officer-involved shooting on Monday was arrested after an aggravated assault against a police officer led to shots fired on the 600 block of East Morrison Road in Brownsville—officials said they located and detained him.

Federal authorities investigated a bomb threat reported early Monday by the U.S. Consulate General in Matamoros that targeted Brownsville’s international port of entry—Customs and Border Protection increased security on international bridges following a Sunday alert while the FBI urged residents to report any suspicious activity.

Teach For America RGV will host its annual Honor Roll Gala on April 4 at the Mission Event Center to honor those who have advanced education in the Rio Grande Valley—honorees include Annabelle Palomo receiving the Educational Champion Award, Region One Education Service Center receiving the Institutional Catalyst Award, and Pablo Mejia receiving the Alumni Leadership Award.

The City of Brownsville will close all administrative offices Monday, March 31 for the César Chávez holiday — operations will resume Tuesday, April 1.

Today, a temporary delay will affect Highway 4 near the Port of Brownsville from 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. as SpaceX conducts TXDOT approved transportation operations that will take about 2 hours while the highway and beach remain open with minor traffic holds expected.

Brownsville Guitar Ensemble Festival

The Brownsville Guitar Ensemble Festival features a national competition for acoustic guitar ensembles and includes performances from renowned guitarists.

Virtual Tour of Bella Villa Assisted Living

9 AM-7 PM | Bella Villa Assisted Living | Free entry | Explore one of the highest-rated senior living communities that emphasizes nutrition and exceptional care.

Harlingen JV Softball Game at Los Fresnos

9:30-11:15 a.m. — Los Fresnos High School — Free entry — Cheer on the Los Fresnos JV softball team as they face off against Harlingen in a spirited non-conference game.