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• Monte Alto mother of 7 grateful for the generosity of those donating to Tim’s Coats Play Video

  December 8, 2025 10:42 PM

  As the single mother of seven children in Monte Alto, San Juana Aguirre-Ochoa said money is tight. “I do have a job, but the pay is not enough for me to maintain my whole family,” Aguirre-Ochoa said. Aguirre-Ochoa said she has fallen behind on rent. With the colder... more »

• Catholic Charities Opens Migrant Shelter to Valley Community amid Cold Weather Play Video

  November 12, 2019 10:24 PM

  MCALLEN – A McAllen shelter run by Catholic Charities is open to everyone, not just migrants. Catholic Charities made the decision to open their doors to the public in part because of the drop in temperature. Sister Norma Pimentel says it’s not just for homeless, but also for... more »

• Valley Auto Expert Discusses Car Care amid Cold Weather Play Video

  November 12, 2019 9:37 PM

  WESLACO – Did you notice an extra warning light while driving your vehicle Tuesday? It may be linked to the cold snap the Rio Grande Valley is experiencing. When temperatures drop, so does the tire pressure of vehicles. An auto shop manager, David Muniz, added people need to... more »

• Valley Family Struggles to Keep Warm during Cold Temperatures Play Video

  November 12, 2019 6:39 PM

  INDIAN HILLS – It's not that easy for some Rio Grande Valley residents to stay warm this fall. Elsa Trevino lives in an Indian Hills colonia . Weather in the 30's means Trevino relies on a small heater to keep her family of 12 warm. Trevino cooks... more »

• NWS Monitoring Long Range Forecast following Strong Arctic Front Play Video

  November 12, 2019 6:20 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – The mix of wind, rain and 30 degree temperatures really makes the weather feel like winter has arrived. The Rio Grande Valley had a strong punch of cold air come from the North Pole. It’s dense so it stays near the surface and barrels through the atmosphere.... more »

• Valley Fire Official Urging Safety Precautions When Using Space Heaters Play Video

  November 11, 2019 5:53 PM

  EDINBURG – As temperatures are expected to dip into the 30s across the Rio Grande Valley on Monday night, fire officials say it’s time to consider safety when it comes to space heaters. An appliance expert says she makes sure customers know what they’re buying before they go home... more »

• Shelters Across Valley Opening due to Cold Weather Play Video

  March 4, 2019 12:28 PM

  WESLACO – Several shelters across the Rio Grande Valley will open their doors as a wind chill advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m. Tuesday. Below is a list of shelters that will remain open Monday night and into Tuesday morning. McAllen Salvation Army – 1600 North... more »

• Cold Weather Claims Lives of People in US Illegally Play Video

  December 12, 2017 12:31 PM

  MCALLEN – U.S. Border Patrol agents said the cold weather has claimed the lives of several people found crossing into the country illegally. Last Thursday, the Brooks County Sheriff’s Office notified agents about an immigrant found dead on a ranch near Falfurrias. The person didn’t have any identification on them... more »

• Car Wash Employees Working Outside in Cold Weather

  December 18, 2016 10:35 PM

  MISSION- While many opted to stay indoors to avoid the cold, some businesses operate outdoors. Yolanda Garza works at her family's car wash and tire shop. Garza tells us most of her family works outdoors. With temperatures dipping into the 40's, she says days like today can be tricky. Garza... more »