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• Amnesty Period in Alton Underway Play Video

  March 8, 2020 11:09 PM

  ALTON - The City of Alton is looking to collect fines for about 7,000 unpaid warrants. If you're one of the many who owe, you could end up arrested. City officials are having an amnesty period until March 31st. Watch the video above for... more »

• Hombre acusado por asesinato capital de bebé de 4 meses en Alton Play Video

  February 28, 2020 5:47 PM

  ALTON – Un hombre fue acusado en Alton por el asesinato capital de un niño de 4 meses. El lunes la policía acudió al Hospital de Mission por un reporte de lesiones a un niño. Al llegar, los investigadores descubrieron que el bebé fue llevado al hospital con lesiones... more »

• Policía de Alton busca a sospechoso de robo en carnicería Play Video

  February 24, 2020 4:09 PM

  ALTON – La policía de Alton busca a un hombre sospechoso de robo con agravantes. Las autoridades mencionaron que robó $350 de la carnicería Vaqueros en la calle Main, entre las calles Bryan y Stewart, Después huyó a pie. Si tiene información sobre el robo o el sospechoso... more »

• Alton man sentenced for attempting to entice minor via social media Play Video

  February 12, 2020 5:38 PM

  ALTON – An Alton man convicted of attempted coercion and enticement of a minor was sentenced. Dan Moncada Gonzalez pleaded guilty in November. The 23-year-old will spend 10 years in prison. He’ll have to register as a sex offender once he is released. Authorities say he was trying... more »

• Hombre acusado en conexión a robo de autos en Mission Play Video

  February 4, 2020 3:51 PM

  MISSION – Leeroy Rodriguez, de 24 años, de Alton fue acusado el martes en relación a una serie de robos de auto en Mission la semana pasada. Rodriguez enfrenta cinco cargos de robo de un vehículo y se le fijó una fianza de $50,000. Los robos ocurrieron la... more »

• Mujer de Alton enfrenta cargos en New Braunfels por homicidio Play Video

  January 22, 2020 4:05 PM

  WESLACO - El departamento de policía de New Braunfels atendió un llamado a un homicidio en una residencia donde fue detenida Crystal Marie Madrigales de 29 años de Alton, Texas. Al llegar, agentes encontraron el cuerpo de una mujer apuñalada y sin vida identificada como Iris Vazquez de 32... more »

• Alton Police to Host Mental Health Course for Valley First Responders Play Video

  January 6, 2020 10:20 PM

  ALTON – Firefighters, police, emergency medical technicians and dispatch; these people are the first to a scene, but once the scene is cleared, the memory remains. Shootings and fatal accidents are the just some of the incidents first responders witness on a day-to-day basis. For Norma Cano, her... more »

• Valley Teacher Writes Book On Alton Bus Crash Play Video

  January 5, 2020 8:57 PM

  ALTON - It's been 30 years since 21 students lost their lives in a bus crash in Alton. On September 21, 1989, a school bus collided with a Dr. Pepper delivery truck on 5 mile line and Bryan road. The bus fell into a caliche pit with about... more »

• DPS Seeking Information on Suspect Vehicle Involved in Fatal Hit-and-Run near Alton Play Video

  January 1, 2020 7:21 PM

  NEAR ALTON – The Department of Public Safety is investigating a fatal hit-and-run in Hidalgo County. It happen south of Alton around 6:38 p.m. Wednesday. The victim was identified as 46-year-old Ronald Barker of Mission. DPS says he was walking along La Homa Road, south of Mile 9,... more »

• Suspect in Double Homicide Captured Play Video

  November 17, 2019 8:37 PM

  ALTON - A suspect in a double homicide is now in custody. Oscar Armando Velasquez was taken into custody Sunday at the Hidalgo port-of-entry. Velasquez was named as a suspect in the shooting deaths of Carlos Perez and Eduardo Rodriguez. The shooting happened November 8th at a... more »

• Policía identifica sospechoso de doble homicidio en Alton Play Video

  November 11, 2019 5:30 PM

  ALTON – La policía de Alton identificó al sospechoso en un tiroteo que dejó a dos personas muertas el viernes. Ocurrió en la cuadra 900 de la calle Jefferson oeste. Las autoridades buscan a Oscar Velasquez de 22 años. Velasquez está acusado de disparar contra las víctimas... more »

• Police Identify Suspect in Deadly Shooting Play Video

  November 10, 2019 11:10 PM

  ALTON - Alton Police have identified a suspect in a shooting that left two people dead on Friday. It happened on the 900 block of West Jefferson Street. Police said they are looking for 22-year-old Oscar Velasquez. Velasquez is accused of shooting the victims... more »

• Dos muertos tras aparente tiroteo en Alton

  November 8, 2019 10:57 PM

  ALTON- La policía investiga un tiroteo en la cuadra 900 de la calle Jefferson en Alton. De acuerdo a una publicación en Facebook, las autoridades mencionan que los oficiales encontraron a dos hombres muertos cuando llegaron a la propiedad. Los investigadores realizan una investigación de homicidio. Si tiene información sobre... more »

• Two Suspects Charged with Aggravated Robbery in Alton Play Video

  November 1, 2019 9:30 PM

  ALTON – Two men are now charged with aggravated robbery out of Alton. Police say 17-year old Jonathan Coates and 18-year-old Rene Mireles Jr. along with a juvenile stormed into a home claiming they were police officers. It happened at a home on Rockport Street earlier this week.... more »

• Buscan a 5 sospechosos de agresión que fingieron ser policías en Alton Play Video

  October 30, 2019 3:04 PM

  ALTON - La policía busca a cinco hombres que se hicieron pasar por oficiales para allanar una casa en la calle Rockport en Alton. La pareja que vive en la casa informa que un grupo de hombres derribó su puerta alrededor de las tres de la mañana del lunes... more »

• Alton Police Searching for 5 Suspects Who Posed as Officers in Assault Play Video

  October 29, 2019 10:08 PM

  ALTON – An investigation is underway in Alton after impostors were reported posing as police officers. Five men broke into a home on Rockport Street around 3 a.m. Tuesday, yelling they were Alton police. The homeowners told CHANNEL 5 NEWS the men forced them into their bedroom and... more »

• 10 Year Anniversary of Fallen Soldier's Death    Play Video

  October 19, 2019 9:11 PM

  ALTON - October 19, 2019 was the 10 year anniversary of the death of a fallen Valley hero. Army Staff Sergeant Bradley Espinoza died in Iraq in 2009. He had served for nearly 8 years. Friends and family of Espinoza met in Alton Saturday to honor... more »

• Man Arrested in Alton in Connection to Car Break-ins Play Video

  September 27, 2019 9:53 PM

  ALTON - An accused serial car burglar was arrested in Alton. According to police, Luis Vasquez broke into 13 vehicles in one night. Investigators say he targeted those that were left unlocked. Vasquez was also charged with breaking into a house, bringing the total number of counts... more »

• Reflecting on the Alton Bus Crash: 30 Years Later Play Video

  September 21, 2019 6:24 PM

  ALTON- Saturday marked the 30th anniversary of a deadly school bus accident in Alton. 21 students died after their bus was hit, sending it crashing down into a water-filled caliche pit. Hundreds of first responders rushed to the scene. "We did everything we could to give everybody... more »

• Special Ceremony Honors Victims of Alton Bus Accident Play Video

  September 20, 2019 3:05 PM

  ALTON – On Friday a special ceremony was held to remember the 21 lives lost in what is known at the worst school bus accident in Texas history. Saturday marks the 30 anniversary of the Alton school bus accident. 21 student's died after their bus was hit by... more »

• Policía de Alton busca a sospechoso de agredir a servidor público

  September 13, 2019 7:40 PM

  ALTON – La policía de Alton busca a un sospechoso de agredir a un servidor público, resistir y evadir el arresto. Buscan a Alejandro Marquez Garcia de 45 años. Mide 5 pies 7 pulgadas y pesa 175 libras. Si tiene información sobre el sospechoso, llame a Alto... more »

• Alton Police Looking for Suspect Wanted for Assaulting Public Servant

  September 13, 2019 7:36 PM

  ALTON – Alton police are looking for a suspect for assaulting a public servant, resisting and evading arrest. They’re looking for 45-year-old Alejandro Marquez Garcia. He’s described as 5 foot 7 inches tall and weighs 175 pounds. If you have information about the suspect please call Alton... more »

• Dos madres del Valle buscan concientizar sobre cáncer en niños Play Video

  September 6, 2019 9:42 PM

  MISSION - Dos madres de familia del Valle del Río Grande tienen un mensaje para la comunidad tras ver a sus hijos fallecer de cáncer. Esperan que un evento que se llevará a cabo este sábado ayude a concientizar sobre cáncer en niños y a recaudar fondos para ayudar... more »

• Two Valley Mothers Hope to Bring Awareness to Childhood Cancer Play Video

  September 6, 2019 5:35 PM

  MISSION - They watched their sons die from childhood cancer. Now two Rio Grande Valley moms have a message for the community. They hope an event this Saturday can bring awareness to childhood cancer and raise money to help others who go through the same pain. Tanya... more »

• Abogado de la ciudad de Palmview responde a declaraciones sobre incendio Play Video

  August 16, 2019 3:22 PM

  PALMVIEW - El abogado de la ciudad de Palmview responde a las declaraciones hechas por otro abogado que representa a la familia de una niña de 11 años que murió en un incendio. El mes pasado, el incendio cerca de Alton cobró la vida de Versidy Hernandez y el... more »

• Parents Demand Answers in Fire that Claimed Daughter’s Life in Alton Play Video

  August 14, 2019 4:57 PM

  NEAR ALTON – Nearly a month after a house fire took their daughter’s life, her parents are speaking publicly for the first time. On Wednesday, the parents of 11-year-old Versidy Hernandez spoke with us about the tragic event. They want answers. Last month, several Rio Grande Valley... more »

• Entrenan a agentes en Alton sobre condiciones médicas especiales Play Video

  August 9, 2019 9:14 PM

  ALTON - La ciudad de Alton, Texas lleva a cabo entrenamientos para agentes federales y locales y sobre el manejo de situaciones donde un sospechoso tenga una condicion que es dificil de detectar. A nivel nacional, se han reportado enfrentamientos con sospechosos que padecen condiciones asociadas con el autismo... more »

• Alton Police Department Creates App for Chaplain Services Play Video

  July 26, 2019 5:26 PM

  ALTON - A Rio Grande Valley police department doing more for those who took an oath to serve and protect their community. The Alton Police Department will now have 24/7 chaplain services for their officers. First responders always answer the call no matter how dangerous; t he... more »

• Bomberos alientan a preparar ruta de escape en caso de incendio Play Video

  July 24, 2019 7:21 PM

  CERCA DE ALTON - Bomberos del Valle del Río Grande piden a la comunidad que creen un plan de escape después de un incendio mortal que cobró la vida de una niña de 11 años. La comunidad se unió el martes para presentar sus respetos y llevar comida a... more »

• Valley Firefighters Urges Preparedness Following Fatal Home Fire Play Video

  July 23, 2019 9:47 PM

  NEAR ALTON – Rio Grande Valley firefighters are urging people to have an escape plan following a fatal house fire that took the life of an 11-year-old girl. The community came together Tuesday to pay their respects and bought food for the family of the 11-year-old who did not... more »

• Alton Fire Marshal Investigators Speak on Fatal House Fire Play Video

  July 23, 2019 6:15 PM

  NEAR ALTON - Fire marshal investigators are asking for any information that can help them piece together what happened in a fatal fire near Alton. CHANNEL 5 NEWS spoke to Fire Investigator, John Franz, about the ongoing investigation. “Right now not looking at it like its arson; it... more »

• Vecinos en Alton hablan sobre incendio mortal Play Video

  July 22, 2019 8:54 PM

  ALTON - La comunidad de Alton sigue destrozada por la pérdida de una pequeña de 11 años que murió tras un incendio el domingo. Imelda Martínez fue testigo del fatal incendio. “La mamá lloraba bastante, mucho que lloraba la mama y la abuela y todos ahí,” dice Martinez.... more »

• Investigation Continues for Fatal Palmview House Fire Play Video

  July 22, 2019 5:33 PM

  PALMVIEW – Multiple Rio Grande Valley law enforcement agencies are still trying to figure out what started a deadly fire in Palmview where an 11-year-old girl died. Hidalgo County Fire Marshal's Office is in charge of the investigation. They are still searching for answers and getting help from... more »

• Continúa investigación de incendio en Alton Play Video

  July 22, 2019 4:50 PM

  ALTON - Contin ú a la investigaci ó n de un incendio en Alton que cobró la vida de una niña de 11 años. El incendio se registró alrededor de las tres de la tarde del domingo y rápidamente se propagó a varios edificios y vehículos. La... more »

• Policía de Alton busca sospechoso de robo agravado Play Video

  June 10, 2019 10:46 AM

  ALTON - La policía de Alton busca a un sospechoso de robo con agravantes. Los investigadores reportan que el hombre en la imagen robó una tienda de conveniencia en la calle Main el sábado. Si conoce su identidad, se le pide llamar a la policía de Alton. more »

• Alton Police Seeking to Identify Suspect in Aggravated Robbery Play Video

  June 8, 2019 5:13 PM

  ALTON- Alton police are asking for the public's help identifying an aggravated robbery suspect. Investigators say a man held up the El Tigre food store on East Main Street Saturday. Anyone with information is asked to call Alton police at (956) 432-0700. more »

• Alton Police to Fine Adults for Underage Drinking on their Property

  May 15, 2019 9:32 AM

  ALTON – A new ordinance allows Alton police officers to fine hosts of underage drinking parties. The Alton City Commission passed the civil social host ordinance during their city council meeting on Tuesday. A civil social host ordinance is a local law that holds adults liable for underage... more »

• Valley Cities Join to Tackle Annual Clean Sweep

  May 9, 2019 4:00 PM

  MCALLEN – Local officials are coming together to tackle the 5 th Annual Operation Clean Sweep. Several Rio Grande Valley cities are teaming up with the Texas Department of Transportation and Hidalgo County Precinct 2 for this initiative. Sweepers will clean more than 100 miles of roadway shoulders... more »

• Childcare Payment Assistance Available through Workforce Solutions Play Video

  May 7, 2019 3:58 PM

  ALTON – A mother in Alton is concerned about balancing work and taking care of her family. The single mother of three is a preschool caregiver and needs help providing for her family. A few years back, Yesenia Bustamante was approved by a Workforce Solutions program, which she... more »

• 9-Year-Old Battling Cancer Sworn in as Honorary Police Captain Play Video

  May 3, 2019 9:22 PM

  ALTON – A battle with cancer isn’t stopping a 9-year-old boy from stepping up for his hometown. Brandon Tadeo Alvarez swore in as an honorary police captain in Alton on Friday. He had a room packed with law enforcement to show support – this is his second fight... more »

• Palmview EMS Vehicles to Serve in Alton Play Video

  April 17, 2019 5:15 PM

  ALTON – Emergency services in Alton continues with another company. The city of Palmview’s emergency medical services will serve the area. Alton will house two Palmview EMS vehicles and staff. The agreement for the cities to work together was finalized late last month. Hidalgo County EMS... more »

• City Officials to Demolish Abandoned Buildings in Alton Play Video

  March 18, 2019 4:19 PM

  ALTON – The city of Alton is cleaning up abandoned homes. Last week, the city commission voted to use funds to demolish four structures in Alton – this includes homes that are falling apart. Alton Police Chief Jonathan Flores says these structures could be the site of illegal... more »

• Alton Will Not Hold Mayoral Election this May Play Video

  March 4, 2019 6:01 PM

  ALTON – The city of Alton will not have a mayoral election after no one filed to run. As of now, Salvador Vela will continue as mayor. Alton’s spokesman says with no election, the city saved nearly $12,000 in expenses. more »

• Authorities Investigating Deadly 5-Vehicle Crash in Brownsville Play Video

  February 22, 2019 5:57 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Authorities say one person is dead after a five-vehicle crash in Brownsville. Police confirmed 19-year-old Marco Delgado Junior died at the scene; five people were sent to a local hospital. The crash happened on Alton Gloor Boulevard just after 8:00 a.m. Investigators say they believe... more »

• Iniciativa en Alton para Ayudar a Personas con Necesidades Especiales Play Video

  February 19, 2019 10:48 AM

  ALTON - La policía de Alton ha publicado 4 nuevas calcomanías para las defensas de los autos de aquellos con necesidades especiales, sus familias y cualquiera que los transporte. Es parte de una nueva iniciativa de seguridad con el objetivo de dar a la policía una idea de... more »

• Investigation into Body Found in Alton Prompts Concerns over Lighting Play Video

  December 28, 2018 10:06 PM

  ALTON – The recovery of a body found at a retention pond in Alton on Christmas Day is bringing existing safety concerns to light. Joel Tovar lives behind the pond where police recovered the body of 25-year-old Eustacio Christian Mireles. The neighborhood and the pond are without adequate... more »

• Autopsy Results in for Man Found Dead in Detention Pond in Alton Play Video

  December 28, 2018 3:53 PM

  UPDATE (1/28): The autopsy results are in for a man found dead in a detention pond in Alton. The results from Valley Forensics indicated that the cause of death was ruled to be methamphetamine toxicity with recent use of cocaine. The opinion on the matter was ruled to... more »

• Man Who Escaped from Processing Facility Back under Border Patrols Supervision Play Video

  December 26, 2018 4:35 PM

  ALTON – A man who escaped from Border Patrol earlier this month is back under their supervision. He is facing charges for re-entering the country after deportation. The 20-year-old was detained by agents near Hidalgo on Dec. 15 after he escaped from a processing facility. According to... more »

• Alton Police Investigating Body Found in Pond Play Video

  December 25, 2018 8:14 PM

  ALTON - Alton police are investigating the discovery of a man's body in a pond Christmas afternoon. Police Chief Jonathan Flores told CHANNEL 5 NEWS the body was found at the 600 block of North Mexico Street just before 12:30p.m. Chief Flores said the investigation is in its... more »

• Ciudad de Alton Ofrece Período de Amnistía para Multas Pendientes Play Video

  August 19, 2018 9:27 PM

  ALTON - El Departamento de Policía de Alton ofrecerá un período de amnistía para todas las multas de tráfico sin pagar desde el 20 de agosto al de septiembre. Si tiene multas de tráfico pendientes puede aprovechar este período de amnistía acudiendo a la Corte Municipal de Alton en 509... more »

• City of Alton Holding Amnesty Period for Outstanding Traffic Citations Play Video

  August 19, 2018 4:02 PM

  The City of Alton is holding a two week amnesty period for those with outstanding traffic citations resulting in warrants. Starting Monday, August 20, all warrant fees will be waived for drivers taking advantage of the program. Past citations can be taken care of by visiting the address below: Alton... more »

• Adolescente Encontrado en Alton Murió Ahogado Play Video

  August 14, 2018 9:55 PM

  ALTON - La policía de Alton cree que la causa de muerte del adolescente encontrado el fin de semana fue por ahogamiento accidental. El reporte de la autopsia preliminar de Elias Barajas de 18 años indica que murió ahogado. El caso inicialmente se investigó como homicidio. El adolescente fue reportado... more »

• Policía de Alton Investiga Caso de Cuerpo Encontrado en Canal Play Video

  August 12, 2018 9:48 PM

  ALTON - La policía de Alton investiga luego de un joven que fuera reportado como desaparecido fue encontrado sin vida en un canal. El cuerpo fue identificado como el de Elias Barajas de 18 años. Barajas fue reportado como desaparecido por el Departamento de Policía de Mission el sábado en... more »

• Homicide Investigation Underway Following Discovery of Man's Body in Alton Play Video

  August 12, 2018 4:54 PM

  Alton police are investigating the discovery of a man's body in a lake. The body was identified as 18-year-old Elias Barajas. Authorities tell CHANNEL 5 NEWS Barajas was reported missing by Mission police Saturday afternoon. His body was recovered Sunday morning off Mayberry Boulevard. For more information, click on the... more »

• National Night Out

  August 3, 2018 10:37 AM

  ALTON- The Alton Police Department is proud to announce their first ever National Night out Community Event. This meet and greet event will serve as a way for the community to build a strong partnership with the Alton police. The event will kick off Tuesday, August 7 from 6-10 p.m.... more »

• Voluntarios Ayudan a Mujer de Alton a Reconstruir su Casa Play Video

  July 8, 2018 9:18 PM

  ALTON - Ofelia Ramirez afirma que ha vivido en su hogar de Alton desde principios de los años 60s. Comenta que su hogar nunca se inundó como sucedió hace dos semanas y media cuando las tormentas azotaron en Alton. Un grupo de nueve voluntarios llegó para reparar sus paredes y... more »

• Volunteers Help Alton Woman Recover from Flood Damage Play Video

  July 8, 2018 3:50 PM

  An Alton woman hopes a volunteer group has saved her home. It's uninsured and was severely damaged by floods last month. CHANNEL 5'S Frank McCaffrey spoke with volunteers about the work that's been done. Click the video above for the full story. more »

• Out-Of-Town Rescuers Assist Valley Residents During Floods Play Video

  June 21, 2018 5:54 PM

  ALTON – Flood waters invaded the Rio Grande Valley bringing hardships to many locals. However, it also brought people from other places to help. The San Antonio and Austin fire departments made their way down to our area as part of a group called Texas Task Force. They were in... more »

• Fire Crews Respond to 2 Illegal Burns in Hidalgo Co. Play Video

  June 7, 2018 5:04 PM

  NEAR EDCOUCH – Fire crews are at the scene of a fire they say started as an illegal burn. The fire, reported along the 2800 block of north Val Verde Road, is the second illegal burn reported on Thursday. John Franz, an investigator with the Hidalgo County Fire Marshal’s Office,... more »

• Alton Fire Finds Many Homes Without Smoke Detectors Play Video

  March 17, 2018 5:08 PM

  ALTON – With weather conditions favorable for fires this week, the Alton Fire Department is looking to help protect residents. Nick Zepeda, a city of Alton arson investigator, said they have already dealt with a hand full of house fires so far this year. In many cases, the homes or... more »

• Incendio en Alton Bajo Investigación

  March 12, 2018 6:39 PM

  ALTON - Los investigadores están investigando la causa de un incendio en un negocio local en Alton. El incidente ocurrió alrededor de las 6 p.m. El Domingo en la cuadra 2600 de East Main Avenue. Nos dicen que un oficial de policía de Alton entró corriendo al edificio después de... more »

• City of Alton Cross Training Firefighters as Officers Play Video

  March 12, 2018 5:36 PM

  ALTON – The city of Alton is taking a unique approach to emergency response. To maximize their resources, they're training some of their firefighters as police officers and vice versa. Nicolas Zepeda is a fire station engineer, arson investigator and a police officer with the Alton Police Department. "It's unique... more »

• Alton Fire Under Investigation Play Video

  March 12, 2018 12:12 PM

  ALTON – Investigators are looking into the cause of a fire at a local business in Alton. The incident happened at about 6 p.m. Sunday on the 2600 block of East Main Avenue. We’re told an Alton police officer ran into the building after hearing someone may have been inside.... more »

• Nonprofit Works to Restore Live of Local Violent Crime Victims Play Video

  January 31, 2018 8:00 PM

  ALTON – The Rio Grande Valley Empowerment Zone is working to help violent crime victims heal from traumatic experiences. Rosa Velis went to the nonprofit when she needed help the most. She knows a thing or two about caring for others. Velis spends her days in the Valley as a... more »

• Valley Woman Says Apartment Complex in Alton Won’t Return Her Deposit Play Video

  December 21, 2017 4:42 PM

  ALTON – A Rio Grande Valley woman wants her money back after she put a deposit down for an apartment before the application process. Beatriz Perles said she thought she’d found the right apartment at Bella Vista Apartments in Alton after moving from Mexico to be closer to her kids.... more »

• Woman Fears Her Residency May Be Turned Down If Husband Dies Play Video

  December 14, 2017 10:00 PM

  ALTON – A woman is nervous she may lose her chance at becoming a legal permanent resident of the United States. Andrea Carmona is in the process of becoming a U.S. resident. “It’s really important for me to be able to work," explains Carmona. "I haven't been able to work... more »

• 25-Year-Old Woman Killed in Crash Near Alton Identified Play Video

  October 26, 2017 6:00 PM

  NEAR ALTON – The identity of a woman killed in a three car accident Wednesday night was released. Twenty-five-year-old Zarira Munoz Sanchez was a passenger in one of the vehicles. The crash happened around 7 p.m. on FM-2221 between La Homa Road and Bentsen Palm Drive. Department of Public Safety... more »

• 1 Dead, 5 Hospitalized in Multi-Vehicle Accident Near Alton Play Video

  October 25, 2017 9:03 PM

  NEAR ALTON – The Department of Public Safety is investigating a three vehicle fatal crash. The accident occurred on FM-2221, or Mile 7, east of Bentsen Palm Drive at approximately 6:44 p.m. Authorities said the driver of a black Ford Expedition was traveling westbound on FM-2221. An official also said... more »

• Illegal Landfill in Alton Cleared Out Following Tire Fire Play Video

  October 5, 2017 4:10 PM

  ALTON – Tires at the property where a massive tire fire took place are now being cleared out. The illegal landfill was located on the 10000 block of Western Road. A fire broke out sending huge plumes of smoke into the air two weeks ago, Images recently obtained by CHANNEL... more »

• Cubans Find Way to US Despite ‘Wet Foot, Dry Foot’ Policy Dismissal Play Video

  September 20, 2017 9:53 PM

  ALTON – Cubans continue finding legal pathways into the United States, even after the Wet Foot Dry Foot Policy ended, closing the main method to get in. The policy granted parole to Cubans for decades, as a simple path to legal residency in the United States. When the Obama administration... more »

• Alton Woman Loses Deposit for Apartment

  August 17, 2017 8:42 PM

  ALTON – A woman in Alton encountered a problem after she left a deposit on an apartment she was interested in renting, but changed her mind due to appliances in the apartment being in bad condition. The problem was that she never signed a contract. Monica Tatum and her five... more »

• Mother Questions Police Procedures for Missing Daughter Play Video

  August 2, 2017 4:47 PM

  ALTON – An Alton family is pointing fingers at the Alton Police Department for not treating their daughter's missing persons case differently. The police department said they followed procedure. Gregoria Rios, Lydia Magdalena Gomez’s mom, said her daughter is developmentally disabled and has a mental delay. She said because of... more »

• Missing Alton Woman Located in Colorado Play Video

  August 2, 2017 3:55 PM

  ALTON – An Alton family believes their developmentally disabled missing daughter is on her way home. Lydia Magdalena Gomez disappeared on Memorial Day weekend. Her family said they are not happy with how the Alton Police Department treated the missing persons case. Gregoria Rios, Lydia’s mother, told CHANNEL 5 NEWS... more »

• Alton Woman Recounts Home Invasion at Gunpoint Play Video

  August 1, 2017 10:46 PM

  ALTON – Five suspects are on the run months after a home invasion in Alton late June. CHANNEL 5 NEWS spoke to the homeowner who says her family is still traumatized by the incident. She said the armed suspects broke into the garage and they started saying ' ¡Policia! ¡Policia!... more »

• Alton Elderly Couple Continues to Struggle without Electricity Play Video

  July 27, 2017 6:52 PM

  ALTON - A Rio Grande Valley couple CHANNEL 5 NEWS reported in 2015 is still living without electricity. Candelario De Los Santos and Eva Pena said they rely on a generator to power a fan they keep in their RV. They also beat the heat by finding shade in their... more »

• Multiple Agencies Respond to Alton Fire

  July 19, 2017 3:17 PM

  NEAR ALTON – Multiple agencies are working to extinguish a large grassfire near Alton. Fire crews responded to the blaze that spread along La Homa Road north of Highway 107 around 1:30 p.m.. A section of La Homa Road is closed for precaution. Alton Fire Chief Javier Garcia said a... more »

• Alton Family Left Without a Home Following Fire Play Video

  July 10, 2017 9:47 PM

  ALTON - An Alton family is without a home following a fire. The family spent Monday evening trying to salvage what they could. The fire started around 1:30 p.m. near Brushline Road and Milagro Street in Alton. John Franz with the Hidalgo County Fire Marshal's Office said five people lived... more »

• Public’s Help Needed to Locate Missing Alton Woman Play Video

  May 31, 2017 5:05 PM

  ALTON – An Alton woman with special needs is missing. Her family is asking for the public’s help to find her. The family told CHANNEL 5 NEWS they haven’t seen Lydia Magdalena Gomez for a couple of days. Gomez, 29, has a mental capacity of a 7-year-old.She suffers from depression,... more »

• Aggravated Robbery Suspect Arrested in Alton

  May 26, 2017 6:22 PM

  ALTON - DPS troopers arrested a man accused of robbing an Alton store at gunpoint on Friday. Alton police said the man robbed a Stripes convenience store and fled the scene. According to police, he was already wanted for a separate burglary. Troopers arrested him following a pursuit. DPS Lt.... more »

• Investigan Incendio en Alton

  April 27, 2017 7:35 PM

  ALTON – Investigadores de incendios están buscando la causa de un siniestro que daño un departamento en la parte alta de una estructura. El incidente ocurrió antes de las 11 de la noche del miércoles cerca de Mile 5 y Conway. Los oficiales dicen que no había nadie en el... more »

• No Injuries Reported in Alton Apartment Fire

  April 27, 2017 4:50 PM

  ALTON – An overnight fire in Alton is under investigation. It happened before 11:00 p.m. Wednesday at a building near Mile 5 and Conway in Alton. Fire investigators said the fire started in an apartment on the top floor. No one was there at the time and officials said they... more »

• City Official Addresses Questions about Alton Road Project Play Video

  April 11, 2017 5:51 PM

  ALTON – Wider roads are causing concerns for people along a busy Alton road. People said they’re worried the expansion is going to hurt their businesses. When Martha Morales decided to move her salon to Alton, she believed the move was going to last. But a project to widen Mile... more »