The decommissioned USS John F. Kennedy aircraft carrier made its way to the Port of Brownsville Sunday morning where it will be dismantled after nearly ...

The following is an opinion column written by an Echo Press editorial staff member. It does not necessarily reflect the views of the Echo Press.

The Coast Guard encourages the public to report suspicious activity or illegal fishing. For incidents in Texas state waters (up to 9 miles offshore), witnesses should contact Oper ...

South Padre Island is launching a campaign called “I Love SPI” ahead of Valentine’s Day. The campaign was created in partnership with ...

Numerous groups worked together to save cold-stunned green sea turtles on Jan. 21, but Padre Island National Seashore paused ...

South Padre Island, a breathtaking barrier island along the Texas coast, offers the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. With golden beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a lively atmosphere, it ...

Spring Break is just around the corner. Soon it will be time to pack the cars with bathing suits, beach towels and sunscreen.

South Padre Island’s Sea Turtle Inc. is preparing for a second and more intense cold-stunned turtle influx this winter season ...

South padre Island, Texas, USA Info from Licensor: "Starship Launch 5 View From Helicopter Both Launch and landing." ...

The decision was made to close eastbound and westbound State Highway 358 (South Padre Island Drive), from Flour Bluff Drive ...

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas - A local non-profit wildlife rescue is bracing for colder weather, which may pose severe issues for one of our favorite ocean animals ...

SpaceX's Starship rocket is pictured after launching as seen from South Padre Island near Brownsville, Texas, U.S. January 16, 2025. [Photo: Reuters/Gabriel V. Cardenas] A SpaceX Starship rocket broke ...