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Lyford Residents Aid in Combating Crime amid Unmanned Police Station Play Video
December 4, 2019 7:46 PM
LYFORD – A Rio Grande Valley community are rallying together to catch an alleged thief on the run. Willacy County sheriff’s deputies say the citizens of Lyford helped point them in the right direction. The city of Lyford may be without a police department, but the citizens are... more » -
San Benito City Officials Set Curfew for Those Under Age of 17 Play Video
September 4, 2019 11:04 PM
SAN BENITO – A curfew ordinance for kids under the age of 17 was reinstated in one Rio Grande Valley city. It could cost parents if their children are caught breaking the law. San Benito City Commissioners say it's important for public health and safety. Sunday through... more » -
Brownsville Man With Paraplegia Concerned for Safety of Providers Due to Crime Play Video
July 30, 2019 5:09 PM
BROWNSVILLE - A Brownsville man with paraplegia is trying to keep his providers protected from crime in his neighborhood. Ismael Cavazos counts on his providers for everything and says he just wants to be able to do his part to make sure he’s looking out for the people looking... more » -
Suspected Drug Houses to be Demolished in San Benito Play Video
July 29, 2019 4:33 PM
SAN BENITO - Suspected drug houses are about to be demolished in San Benito. This is a part of Operation Crackdown. More than 25 abandoned houses in San Benito will be torn down by the National Guard. City officials say they hope destroying them will... more » -
Weslaco Police Remind Residents to Take Precaution After 9 p.m.
April 4, 2019 2:03 PM
WESLACO – The Weslaco Police Department is advising residents to remember to take safety precautions after 9:00 p.m. In an effort to ensure crime prevention, Weslaco police launched their 'Lock It Down Weslaco' safety initiative. The initiative is to remind residents to remove valuables in vehicles, lock car... more » -
Valley Man Arrested after Authorities Find Stash of Weapons Play Video
April 2, 2019 10:34 PM
WESLACO – A stash of weapons and ammo landed two men in federal custody. They were arrested in Jim Wells County, but one of them is from the Rio Grande Valley. Epigmenio Palomo was in the passenger seat, according to investigators. Investigators say he is a convicted... more » -
Banners in Tamaulipas Threaten More Violence as Tensions Build Between Gov't, Cartels Play Video
March 13, 2019 5:01 PM
WESLACO – Tension in Tamaulipas is building between the government and cartels. Banners hanging along public roads threatened more violence unless the governments complied. A photo of one banner, addressed to Mexican leaders, has been circulating online since Friday. KRGV’s Valerie Gonzalez reached out to former FBI... more » -
Teens Could Face Serious Consequences When Playing Online Games Play Video
March 7, 2019 6:30 PM
SAN JUAN – Some local teenagers are ending up in court because of online video games. As intensity and rage builds up between users on online games, so can threats. “A lot of times parents do not keep an eye out on their kids when it comes to... more » -
La Villa Police Believe Stolen Pets Could be Used for Illegal Activity Play Video
February 28, 2019 4:42 PM
LA VILLA – Police believe pets stolen in the La Villa area are being used for illegal activity. La Villa police are still investigating the situation since there isn’t any concrete evidence. KRGV’s Christian Colón spoke with local residents to get their feedback on this. “If this... more » -
Fake Licenses, Passports Being Offered Online to Facebook Users Play Video
February 26, 2019 5:22 PM
WESLACO – Fake licenses and fake passports are being offered on social media which could provide a way into the country or into another state. People with fake Facebook profiles can trick users into becoming part of the crime. The ‘Passport and License’ Facebook page claims you can... more » -
Authorities Searching for Man Allegedly Associated with Gulf Cartel Play Video
February 26, 2019 3:59 PM
MISSION – Agents are offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of a Mission man believed to be associated with the Gulf Cartel. The FBI is offering $25,000 for information on Juan Alberto Mendez. Mendez is accused of racketeering crimes including attempted murder, murder, kidnapping resulting... more » -
Experts Say 'El Chapo' Guzman's Conviction Won't Change Cartel Activity Play Video
February 13, 2019 10:05 PM
WESLACO – Experts say Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman’s conviction won’t change the way law enforcement works. Hidalgo County Sheriff Eddie Guerra says the recent conviction of El Chapo isn’t going to change gang activity currently operating in the county. "We're always concerned and always looking for drug activity... more » -
Man Arraigned for Allegedly Stealing Gladys Porter Zoo Tortoise Play Video
February 13, 2019 4:51 PM
BROWNSVILLE – A tortoise stolen from Gladys Porter Zoo is back in its enclosure. The man who allegedly took the tortoise, Julio Cesar Marroquin has been charged with theft. A police report was filed on Feb. 6 and the tortoise valued at $3,600 has since been returned to... more » -
Edinburg Man Speaks Out on Neighboring Restaurant Crime Scene Play Video
February 12, 2019 4:21 PM
EDINBURG – A man who works across the street from the crime scene on Monday night is speaking out. Officers responded to reports of gunshots on the 1300 block of North Closner Boulevard. Juan Serna says he has worked every day without thinking about the restaurant building the... more » -
Pharr Police Searching for Burglary Suspects
January 16, 2019 9:29 PM
PHARR – Suspected burglars are still on the run from Hidalgo County Sheriff’s deputies. The burglary happened on Dec. 22 on Veterans Road in Pharr. Investigators say a surveillance video caught one man breaking into a business, while the other waited outside. The suspects left with beer... more »