Good morning, Brownsville.

The U.S. Coast Guard responded to a shrimp vessel that capsized near the LNG facility at the Port of Brownsville Saturday around 7 a.m.—one person was rescued while another remains missing as a helicopter and other units continue the search and keep the shipping channel closed.

Border Patrol agent Eric Cespedes drowned at South Padre Island when he jumped into a rip current to save his children—his brave act leaves his family and local colleagues mourning his loss.

On July 10, CBP officers at the Pharr International Bridge found 311 packages of meth hidden in a tractor hauling carrots with a total weight of about 1,706 pounds and an estimated street value over $15 million—Homeland Security Investigations is now looking into the case.

Lawmakers in McAllen are asking for a 90-day extension on the tomato suspension agreement to delay a 17% tariff on imported tomatoes that could hurt 50,000 jobs and an $8 billion trade benefit.

The Department of Commerce will decide by Monday—if not extended, rising prices may soon affect the Rio Grande Valley and beyond.

On Friday, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez, Representative Ryan Guillen and a produce leader met in McAllen to urge the Commerce Department to delay a planned 20.91% duty on imported Mexican tomatoes—prices that will rise starting Monday.

They warned that the tariff may drive up costs for produce—harming local workers and consumers in the area.

Free Appraisal Event for Precious Metals and Collectibles

10 AM – 3 PM — Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brownsville — Free entry — Get expert evaluations of your valuables without an appointment.

Home to Texas Community Celebration

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Brownsville Events Center — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit in Brownsville with an exciting evening full of fun activities.

Sip & Paint: Paris

6-10 p.m. — JOLIE PETITE — Ticket required — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting session while enjoying wine and charcuterie.