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Friday, June 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Brownsville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brownsville PD officers Saenz + Lomuscio rescued a kitten from traffic danger on the expressway on June 5th; the kitten is now receiving care at the Brownsville Animal Regulation and Care Center and awaits adoption after being named Tabatha in memory of Officer Saenz’s first cat. ValleyCentral
ACTIVE NEWS
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cameron County Commissioner David A. Garza said his approach to environmental stewardship focuses on protecting natural habitats while supporting sustainable growth, with efforts including restoring wetlands and planning for flood protection. He has backed projects such as the Bahía Grande Restoration initiative and South Texas Ecotourism Center—ensuring the county supports both current needs and future generations. Rio Grande Guardian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials in the Rio Grande Valley warn that scammers may pose as FEMA inspectors to ask for money or personal information from residents who applied for aid after severe flooding in late March—residents should verify appointments and report any unrequested visits immediately. KURV
- ➤ The City of Brownsville will launch its first Downtown Renaissance Master Plan in partnership with Freese and Nichols, Inc. (FNI) this summer to guide downtown redevelopment efforts. City of Brownsville
- ➤ FEMA received nearly 5,500 applications from the Rio Grande Valley following March flooding and now runs seven disaster recovery centers open daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.—some centers have seen more than 800 applications while others like Las Palmas in McAllen had only 45, and residents are reminded they can apply at any center and appeal denials if needed. KRGV
- ➤ Officials in the Rio Grande Valley have mixed reactions to Senate Bill 8, a proposed law that would require Texas sheriffs to work with ICE and affect counties like Cameron and Hidalgo; if signed, it will take effect in September. Sheriff Eddie Guerra said his office will continue to serve all citizens regardless of immigration status—while other local officials remain cautious about models linked to racial profiling—and Governor Greg Abbott supports the bill. KRGV
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