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• Suspects charged in aggravated robbery of Edinburg convenience store Play Video

  January 11, 2026 4:18 PM

  Two men have been arraigned in connection with the aggravated robbery of an Edinburg convenience store. Francisco Javier Villanueva was charged with three counts of aggravated robbery and one count of evading arrest. His bond was set at $310,000, according to a city of Edinburg spokesperson. RELATED STORY:... more »

• San Juan man charged with sexual assault after meeting child through Snapchat, sheriff’s office says Play Video

  December 1, 2025 4:44 PM

  A 29-year-old San Juan man is jailed on a charge of aggravated sexual assault of a child after meeting the victim through social media, according to the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office. Marco Antonio Mejia was arrested on Thanksgiving Day shortly after 12:30 a.m. after he was found with the... more »

• Harlingen car fire suspect in custody Play Video

  November 24, 2025 11:51 AM

  A man was charged with arson after he was identified as the suspect who lit a car on fire, according to the Harlingen Police Department. Vincent Lee Trevino was taken into custody on Friday in connection with a vehicle fire that occurred on Nov. 7 at around 2 a.m.,... more »

• Brownsville federal employee charged with terrorism Play Video

  November 21, 2025 5:03 PM

  An employee with the United States Attorney’s Office in Brownsville was arraigned in connection with an online death threat against federal agents, according to a news release from Cameron County District Attorney's Office. Karen Olvera De Leon was booked on Thursday on charges of terrorism and tampering with or... more »

• Federal prosecutors move to dismiss charges against woman shot by Border Patrol agent in Chicago

  November 20, 2025 7:54 PM

  CHICAGO (AP) — Federal prosecutors moved Thursday to dismiss charges against a woman who was shot several times by a Border Patrol agent last month during the federal immigration crackdown in the Chicago area. Prosecutors had accused Marimar Martinez, 30, and Anthony Ruiz, 21, of using their vehicles to... more »

• Edinburg man charged with attacking pregnant woman, biting deputy

  November 14, 2025 7:43 PM

  A 22-year-old Edinburg man remains behind bars after attacking a pregnant woman and biting a deputy, according to the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office. Bryan Vega was booked into the Hidalgo County jail on Friday on charges of assault on a pregnant person, aggravated assault on a peace officer, and... more »

• Katy man charged with manslaughter in deadly Alamo semi-trailer crash Play Video

  September 17, 2025 7:48 PM

  A 28-year-old man from the Houston area is facing a manslaughter charge in Hidalgo County. Jail records show David Arthur Davis of the city of Katy was booked into the Hidalgo County jail on a manslaughter charge on Aug. 28. An arrest affidavit obtained by Channel 5 News... more »

• Valley Border Patrol agent charged with indecency with a child Play Video

  August 28, 2025 2:28 PM

  A 37-year-old Border Patrol Agent was charged with abusing a female child, according to a news release from the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office. Derek James Dominguez was charged on Thursday with indecency with a child. “The accusation centers on the alleged abuse of a female child that occurred... more »

• Man charged with making a terroristic threat against the Brownsville Police Department Play Video

  August 24, 2025 2:20 PM

  A man was arrested for making terroristic threats against police officers, according to the Brownsville Police Department. Police said 32-year-old Joseph Lee Martinez was arrested after making a threatening post on X where he referenced the Brownsville Police Department and threatened to "kill officers." Martinez was arrested on... more »

• Man charged with intoxication manslaughter following deadly Hidalgo crash Play Video

  August 21, 2025 5:38 PM

  A 40-year-old man was arraigned after he was identified as the driver who caused a three-vehicle crash that killed one man, Hidalgo Police Chief Romeo Rodriguez said. The crash happened Tuesday at around 7:45 a.m. at the intersection of Dicker and McColl roads when Eguaciso Luna Jr. disregarded a... more »

• Weslaco ISD growing CTE and dual enrollment programs and upgrading campus security Play Video

  August 21, 2025 3:32 PM

  Thousands of Rio Grande Valley school districts have been at school for nearly a week or more, that includes students at Weslaco Independent School District. District leaders said they're trying to give students an edge academically and professionally this school year. They're growing their CTE and dual enrollment... more »

• Fort Worth woman identified as victim in South Padre Island golf cart crash Play Video

  August 19, 2025 5:37 PM

  South Padre Island officials provided more details in a deadly crash involving a golf cart that led to one arrest. David Rivera, 60, was charged with six counts of intoxication assault and one count of intoxication manslaughter in connection with the crash that killed 34-year-old Kaylinn Churchill of Fort... more »

• Edinburg man pleads not guilty in father's fatal beating

  August 5, 2025 12:34 PM

  An Edinburg man accused of fatally beating his father pleaded not guilty during his arraignment on Monday, according to Hidalgo County District Attorney Terry Palacios. Francisco Coronado Jr. was initially charged with injury to an elderly person on April 17 after relatives said he assaulted his 86-year-old father, Francisco... more »

• Brownsville police arrest man after a crash left a child in critical condition Play Video

  July 26, 2025 1:02 PM

  A man has been charged in a major three-vehicle crash in Brownsville that left a child in critical condition, according to a news release. The news release said the crash happened on Friday at around 11:06 p.m. at the intersection of West University Boulevard and South Expressway 77/83. ... more »

• Man charged with indecency with a child after victim makes outcry in San Juan

  July 26, 2025 10:55 AM

  A man has been charged with indecency with a child after the victim, who is under 16 years old, made an outcry in San Juan. Arturo Leon Jr. was arraigned on Saturday and issued a $250,000 bond. San Juan police received a report about the outcry on... more »

• Harlingen mother issued $300,000 bond after child found wandering streets Play Video

  July 23, 2025 1:52 PM

  The mother of the 2-year-old boy found wandering the streets in Harlingen has been arraigned. According to a news release, Janette Salinas was charged with abandoning or endangering a child; her bond was set at $300,000. On July 21 at around 2:39 a.m., officers responded to a report... more »

• Lyford woman sentenced in $21 million 8-liner scheme Play Video

  July 19, 2025 1:53 PM

  A Lyford woman has been sentenced to 18 months in prison in connection with a $21 million 8-liner scheme. Dominga Ledesma is the owner of a store called Brittany's Boutique, where she exchanged silver pieces won at an illegal game room for money, federal prosecutors said. According to... more »

• Harlingen babysitter charged after allegedly abusing mentally disabled children under her care Play Video

  July 17, 2025 9:35 AM

  A woman hired to babysit children with mental disabilities has been charged with six counts of injury to a child, elderly or disabled, according to the Harlingen Police Department. Police said Miranda Michelle Ellena Delgado was arrested with the assistance of the U.S. Marshals. According to police, officers... more »

• Judge will consider Abrego Garcia's request to try to avoid deportation before his trial

  July 10, 2025 12:00 PM

  GREENBELT, Md. (AP) — A federal judge on Thursday will consider Kilmar Abrego Garcia's request to be sent to Maryland to await trial on human smuggling charges, a bid aimed at preventing the Trump administration from trying to deport him again. Abrego Garcia could be released as soon as... more »

• Man confesses to deadly stabbing at Cameron Park, sheriff's office says Play Video

  July 5, 2025 2:13 PM

  The Cameron County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man in connection with a deadly stabbing at Cameron Park in Brownsville. According to a news release, 30-year-old Juan Ivan Jimenez confessed to the stabbings. He was arraigned on July 4 and charged with criminal homicide and aggravated assault with a... more »

• McAllen police arrest teen accused of assaulting a 15-year-old juvenile

  July 3, 2025 9:59 AM

  A teen wanted by McAllen police for allegedly assaulting a juvenile has been arrested. According to a news release, 17-year-old Xzavion Hinojosa was arrested on June 30. He was arraigned on July 1 and charged with assault and engaging in organized criminal activity. His bond was set at $50,000.... more »

• McAllen firefighter recalls helping brother injured in motorcycle crash Play Video

  June 18, 2025 2:30 PM

  Responding to major car accidents and fires is something McAllen firefighter Bryan Jensen is trained for, but nothing prepared him for the motorcycle accident he responded to on June 8. According to the McAllen Police Department, Bryan's brother, — McAllen firefighter Jeremy Jensen — was hit by an alleged... more »

• Deputies heard bullets 'whizzing' by during Edinburg shooting, complaint says Play Video

  June 16, 2025 6:10 PM

  Deputies with the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office said they heard bullets 'whizzing' by their person during a shooting on Saturday, according to a criminal complaint. Alex Pena is accused of shooting at his daughter and her husband, and also at deputies. Deputies responded to the 25000 block of... more »

• Primera public works director fatally shot neighbor's cat, records say

  May 28, 2025 11:47 AM

  City of Primera Public Works Director Luis Alberto Perez is accused of killing his neighbor's cat with a shotgun, according to a criminal complaint obtained by Channel 5 News. Perez was arrested on charges of animal cruelty and deadly conduct on May 25. He is currently out on a... more »

• Primera public works director charged with animal cruelty Play Video

  May 27, 2025 5:47 PM

  The public works director for the city of Primera was charged with animal cruelty and deadly conduct after a neighbor reported that a pet had been shot, Channel 5 News has learned. Luis Alberto Perez was arrested by deputies with the Cameron County Sheriff’s Office after an individual on... more »

• Man Faces Several Charges for Allegedly Running 8-Liner Establishment Play Video

  December 31, 2019 9:39 PM

  MCALLEN – A suspect is facing several charges after being arrested for allegedly running an eight-liner business. According to police, Samuel Hernandez was giving illegal payouts to customers. The authorities seized 40 machines inside an office building. The windows to that building were blacked out to hide what... more »

• 66-Year-Old Charged for Shooting Mission Woman’s Dog Play Video

  November 4, 2019 3:14 PM

  MISSION – A man was arrested and charged with animal cruelty after reportedly shooting a woman’s dog. Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office says on Oct. 9, 66-year-old Charles Dean Lawson allegedly shot a dog’s right leg. It happened at approximately 7 p.m. on 3 Mile Line Road and Bentsen... more »

• Donna Former Teacher Assistant Charged for Sexual Assault of Student Play Video

  September 11, 2019 3:26 PM

  DONNA – A former teacher assistant was arrested for sexual assault and improper relationship with a 16-year-old girl. 30-year-old Mark Webber Aguirre was a teacher assistant at M. Rivas Elementary in Donna. Aguirre was charged with three counts of sexual assault, a 2nd degree felony, and one count... more »

• Man Accused of Shooting Trooper Sanchez Facing Charges Play Video

  September 2, 2019 1:46 PM

  EDINBURG - The man accused of shooting DPS Trooper Moises Sanchez remains jailed. Victor Godinez is being held on a 3 million dollar bond. He's currently facing three counts of attempted capital murder of a peace officer. The Hidalgo county District Attorney said he will upgrade one... more »

• Weslaco Voters Say 'Yes' to $10M Bond for Drainage Projects Play Video

  May 6, 2019 4:45 PM

  WESLACO – Voters in Weslaco decided on a $10 million bond to improve the city’s drainage. The bond money will go to five projects, which includes improving drainage ditches and adding several new detention ponds throughout the city. KRGV’s Cecilia Gutierrez spoke with a Weslaco resident who voted... more »

• Edinburg Voters to Decide on $220M Bond for School District Play Video

  May 1, 2019 10:09 PM

  EDINBURG – Voters will be heading to the polls this weekend. In Edinburg, voters will decide on a $220 million bond issuance for the city’s school district, which would mean a 4 cent tax increase for Edinburg property owners. This bond is causing debate among residents. Some... more »

• Hidalgo Co. Breaks Ground for Drainage System Improvement Project Play Video

  April 24, 2019 9:07 AM

  WESLACO – The floods that took place in the Rio Grande Valley in June 2018 impacted many Hidalgo County residents. Those events caused over $30 million in damages within the county. In the aftermath of the devastation, county leaders worked with Hidalgo County Drainage District 1 to “identify... more »

• Lawsuit Filed amid Battle over $220 Million Bond in Edinburg Play Video

  April 4, 2019 9:50 PM

  UPDATE (4/5): A judge ruled in the favor of Edinburg CISD. On Thursday, an Edinburg resident took the district to court over the advertisement of a multi-million dollar bond and claimed the school used taxpayer money to push a political issue. The judge found no violation. -----... more »

• 2 People Arraigned for Animal Cruelty Play Video

  March 28, 2019 5:04 PM

  WESLACO – Two people have been arraigned for animal cruelty following the negligence of their 13-year-old dog. Rosita Cantu and Elias Castro are facing $20,000 bonds. Weslaco police received complaints Sunday and removed the dog soon after. Both will be transferred to the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s for... more »

• Former School Bus Driver Accused of Sexual Abuse Arraigned Play Video

  March 11, 2019 1:13 PM

  EDINBURG – A former school bus driver who is accused of sexually assaulting students was in court Monday. Jose Luis Garza says he was innocent on the accusations of him assaulting eight children. He is facing three indictments with a combined 24 counts that include aggravated sexual assault... more »

• Bond Reduced for Man Who Threatened Valley Judge Play Video

  January 4, 2019 7:12 PM

  MCALLEN – A man who threatened to kidnap a Rio Grande Valley judge back in September was granted a reduced bond. Antonio Rodriguez III, 30, went before the 93rd District Judge Friday. He's accused of making terroristic threats online. According to the affidavits, Rodriguez took a picture... more »

• Attempted Robbery Suspect Tries Reducing Bail Play Video

  August 9, 2018 6:19 PM

  MCALLEN – One of the seven suspects involved in the attempted robbery at La Plaza Mall was back in court. Miguel Quintanilla, 26, was in court Wednesday to try to have his bail reduced. The judge denied his request. Quintanilla's bond remains at $200,000. Watch the video above for more... more »

• McAllen Police Arrest Man in Connection to Burglaries Play Video

  May 12, 2017 12:51 PM

  MCALLEN – Police made an arrest in connection to multiple McAllen business burglaries. Pablo Guerrero is charged with 12 counts of burglary of a building. Police said the burglaries happened on May 2 and May 8. Guerrero was arrested on Tuesday after leading police on a high-speed chase. He was... more »

• 2 Charged after Toddler Found Inside Vehicle Unattended

  February 14, 2017 12:34 PM

  HARLINGEN – Two people are behind bars and charged after police received a report about a toddler left unattended inside a vehicle. On Feb. 11, Harlingen police officers responded to the 600 block of N. Ed Carey Drive in reference to a call of a 2-year-old girl found inside a... more »

• 24-Year-Old Arrested for Attempting to Smuggle People in Mission Play Video

  February 8, 2017 12:05 PM

  MISSION – A man is behind bars accused of smuggling and evading arrest. Mission police said 24-year-old Roel Eduardo Coronel hid nearly 20 people in the country illegally in a U-Haul truck. Officers tried to pull him over, but Coronel led them on a high speed chase. He drove over... more »