Good morning, Brownsville.

UTRGV is planning a new engineering facility on Madeira in north Brownsville to support expanding programs.

The university has submitted a funding request to the Texas Legislature while discussions with local developer Dennis Sanchez continue.

The Rio Grande Valley will face unrelenting hot and dry conditions with triple-digit temperatures expected through the week, and coastal areas may see highs in the upper 90s.

Health officials advise residents to take breaks, stay hydrated, and never leave children or pets in vehicles (especially during peak heat).

Rep. Henry Cuellar told advocacy groups in McAllen that a federal bill will cut over a trillion dollars from health care services after the November election — a change that may leave 34,000 residents without Medicaid.

Brownsville and GBEDC (Greater Brownsville Economic Development Corporation) have set out to create a long-term defense and space zone that will boost economic growth and national security.

They are working with local, state, and federal partners to plan the infrastructure and workforce needed for new aerospace and maritime investments.

Local leaders and federal officials announced on Thursday, Aug.

20 that Brownsville received an $8M grant to develop pilot programs aimed at reducing childhood chronic illness. The initiative will begin in one neighborhood and elementary school to build a model for improving community health.