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  • Homeland Security installs cameras at large Valley events Play Video

    March 9, 2020 10:24 PM

    MERCEDES – Crowd sizes are prompting more security measures at Rio Grande Valley events. The Department of Homeland Security is adding extra eyes at the Mercedes livestock show and at South Padre Island for spring break. On Monday, agents went around the livestock show grounds connecting cameras. ... more »
  • Subsecretario interino de DHS visita el Valle Play Video

    February 26, 2020 4:14 PM

    MCALLEN - El martes el subsecretario interino de Seguridad Nacional realizó una visita al Valle del Río Grande. Kenneth Cuccineli dio a conocer lo último sobre el trabajo que se realiza a lo largo de la frontera, entre otros temas. Cuccinneli habló sobre los proyectos actuales del muro... more »
  • DHS pide fondos del Pentágono para 430 km de muro

    January 16, 2020 9:08 PM

    Por LOLITA C. BALDOR Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — El Departamento de Seguridad Nacional ha solicitado al Pentágono que financie la construcción de 434 kilómetros (270 millas) de muro fronterizo este año como parte de la labor antinarcóticos, aseguraron funcionarios de Defensa el jueves. Los funcionarios señalaron... more »
  • DHS planea al menos 230 mil deportaciones en 2020 Play Video

    December 18, 2019 4:35 PM

    WESLACO - El Departamento de Seguridad Nacional de los Estados Unidos DHS por sus siglas en inglés, tiene un plan estratégico para el período comprendido del año 2020 al 2024. En este plan se integran los objetivos y planes de cada dependencia como son la Agencia de Inmigración y... more »
  • Fake Social Media Accounts Being Used to Screen Migrants Seeking Benefits Play Video

    September 12, 2019 5:55 PM

    WESLACO – The government is using fake social media accounts to screen immigrants. Some applicants say that's crossing the line. According to a privacy impact assessment released by the Department of Homeland Security: "Immigrants applying for green cards, citizenship, work visas, and other immigration benefits are subject... more »
  • Gobierno considera detener familias y niños migrantes indefinidamente Play Video

    August 21, 2019 9:14 PM

    WESLACO - Familias que buscan asilo en los Estados Unidos en muy poco tiempo podrán ver grandes cambios en su solicitud. El gobierno está considerando mantenerlos indefinidamente en los centros de detención. Un fallo de la corte conocido como el Acuerdo de Solución Flores esta siendo re-interpretado. ... more »
  • Government Moves to Detain Migrant Families, Children Indefinitely Play Video

    August 21, 2019 7:56 PM

    WESLACO - Families seeking asylum in the U.S. could soon see changes to their detention. The Department of Homeland Security is considering holding families and unaccompanied children indefinitely, as a result of a final rule that will be posted Friday. It will re-interpret the Flores Settlement agreement which... more »
  • Se instalarán carpas como centros de migrantes en Brownsville Play Video

    July 24, 2019 9:09 PM

    BROWNSVILLE - La instalación de cortes virtuales de inmigración en el puente internacional Gateway en Brownsville, es vista por funcionarios locales como un incentivo de frente a un fenómeno migratorio que se vive a lo largo de la frontera por miles de solicitantes de asilo. En las últimas... more »
  • Soft-Sided Migrant Facility being Setup in Brownsville Play Video

    July 24, 2019 10:20 AM

    BROWNSVILLE – Tents are under construction at the Gateway International Bridge in Brownsville as part of processing migrants under the Migrant Protection Protocols. So far, the framework is still being put in place, but the soft-sided roofing is already stretched over the corners. Crews were seen working on... more »
  • Traslado de migrantes a Matamoros debido a nueva medida de inmigración Play Video

    July 19, 2019 9:56 PM

    BROWNSVILLE - Ante la nueva norma de asilo, la ciudad de Brownsville asegura que continuará su misión de priorizar la seguridad pública en la comunidad de manera humanitaria. El gobierno federal anunció que ampliará una medida que obligar a los inmigrantes que soliciten asilo a permanecer fuera de... more »
  • DHS enviará agentes a Guatemala Play Video

    June 13, 2019 9:26 AM

    El Departamento de Seguridad Nacional enviará un equipo de hasta 100 agentes a Guatemala en las próximas semanas. Esta medida forma parte de la primera fase del acuerdo que firmó Estados Unidos con Guatemala el mes pasado. El secretario de estado, Mike Pompeo señala que una... more »
  • TSA Asks Agents to Volunteer to Aid in Immigration Surge Play Video

    May 17, 2019 5:54 PM

    WESLACO – Another federal agency is lending a hand along the southern border. The Transportation Security Administration confirms their agents are heading south. In a statement, the agency says they are supporting Department of Homeland Security in the humanitarian and security crisis. They are asking TSA agents... more »
  • DHS Solicita Más Tropas en Frontera Sur Play Video

    May 13, 2019 10:03 AM

    DONNA - El Departamento de Seguridad Nacional nuevamente solicita apoyo del Departamento de Defensa. Pide que se envíen más tropas a la frontera sur para ayudar a ensamblar albergues temporales y centros de procesamiento para los migrantes que cruzan a Estados Unidos. Nuestra reportera Yuridia González tiene más... more »
  • Donna Woman Living near Tent Facility Concerned for Safety Play Video

    May 6, 2019 5:37 PM

    DONNA – A Donna woman living near the temporary processing center says she feels she needs more security. Eva Munos says news of immigrants being held at a facility four miles from her home is a cause of concern for her. She says she supports the idea of... more »
  • Secretario de DHS Testificó Sobre Falta de Personal en Puentes Internacionales Play Video

    May 1, 2019 9:12 AM

    PHARR - Continúa la falta de personal en los puentes internacionales en todo el Valle del Río Grande ya que cientos de inspectores de Aduanas fueron reasignados para ayudar a la Patrulla Fronteriza a procesar migrantes. El secretario interino del Departamento de Seguridad Nacional, Kevin McAleenan, testificó ante los... more »
  • Int’l Bridges Remain Understaffed, Truckers Impacted Play Video

    April 30, 2019 10:31 PM

    PHARR – International bridges throughout the Rio Grande Valley remain understaffed since hundreds of Customs inspectors were reassigned to help Border Patrol process migrants. The acting secretary for the Department of Homeland Security, Kevin McAleenan, testified before lawmakers Tuesday about the need for help at the border. Truck... more »
  • DHS Acting Secretary Makes Plea to Lawmakers Play Video

    April 30, 2019 5:22 PM

    WESLACO – The new acting secretary of the Department of Homeland Security is making a plea to lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Kevin McAleenan says Border Patrol agents at the border are stretched thin and need help. He told lawmakers at a congressional hearing Tuesday that officials will ask... more »
  • DHS Requesting More Troops at Border Play Video

    April 26, 2019 9:00 PM

    WESLACO – The Department of Homeland Security is requesting 300 more troops be sent to the border. The troops could be placed in roles which would place them in direct contact with detained migrants, such as driving the buses and providing them with meals. The request also includes... more »
  • DHS Request Under Review by Defense Dept. for More Troops Play Video

    April 26, 2019 11:47 AM

    WESLACO – A request to send more troops to the Southern U.S. border is under review. There are 3,000 active duty troops and 2,000 National Guard personnel on the borderline. When asked how many troops could be sent out, the acting secretary of defense said he didn’t have... more »
  • Acting DHS Secretary Announces Changes to Ease Crisis along Border Play Video

    April 17, 2019 5:29 PM

    HIDALGO – Changes announced Wednesday by the acting Department of Homeland Security secretary. Acting DHS Secretary Kevin McAleenan spoke at the Pharr-Reynosa port of entry. Although he’s new to the job, he says they’re taking quick action to address the growing immigration numbers. McAleenan said the Rio... more »
  • Acting DHS Secretary to ‘Work with’ Respite Center Play Video

    April 17, 2019 5:07 PM

    MCALLEN – Before touring the border, Acting Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kevin McAleenan made a stop at the Catholic Charities Respite Center in McAllen. McAleenan met with Sister Norma Pimentel, the executive director at the center, and Bishop Daniel Flores. Flores says McAleenan’s tour is important; it... more »
  • HSI Investigating Fake Family Units Crossing Border Play Video

    April 9, 2019 6:59 PM

    MCALLEN – Homeland Security investigators are focused on family units coming into the U.S. They’re working to figure out if the children are related to the people they are traveling with. Border Patrol saw an increase in family units between the months of January and March – more... more »
  • Homeland Security Sec. Nielsen Resigns amid Border Turmoil

    April 7, 2019 5:32 PM

    By COLLEEN LONG and ZEKE MILLER WASHINGTON (AP) — Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen resigned on Sunday amid President Donald Trump’s growing frustration and bitterness over the number of Central American families crossing the southern border. Trump announced on Sunday in a tweet that U.S. Customs and Border... more »
  • DHS Secretary Orders Increase of Federal Officers along Border

    April 1, 2019 10:42 AM

    WESLACO – The Department of Homeland Security announced steps the agency must take to speed up the processing phase for migrants entering the U.S. “The crisis at our border is worsening, and DHS will do everything in its power to end it,” said Secretary Kristjen Nielsen. “We will not... more »
  • RGV Border Patrol Facilities Over Capacity Play Video

    March 30, 2019 2:46 PM

    WESLACO – U.S. Customs and Border Protection stated, "nearly every sector across the SW border has exceeded their capacity," in a social media post Saturday. For the first time since large groups of immigrants began to be released this month due to overcapacity issues, they announced the current overcapacity... more »
  • Local Sheriff Speaks on Homeland Security Secretary Visit Play Video

    March 21, 2019 9:25 PM

    WESLACO - Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen was in the Rio Grande Valley Thursday with a message for congress about border security. In a letter to congress, the Texas Sheriff’s Association asked for help to secure the border, blaming partisanship for getting in the way. Willacy County Sheriff,... more »
  • DHS Secretary Speaks with Local Law Enforcement on Border Security, Need for Change Play Video

    March 21, 2019 5:02 PM

    MCALLEN – The Secretary of Homeland Security met with local law enforcement to discuss immigration and border security. Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen met with local sheriffs and immediately demanded change from Congress. "This is not a manufactured crisis. This is truly an emergency, our system is breaking. The flow... more »
  • DHS Secretary Arrives in Valley for Discussions Regarding ICE Program Play Video

    March 21, 2019 11:43 AM

    MCALLEN – The Secretary of Homeland Security and the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Acting Director have arrived in the Rio Grande Valley. They’re scheduled to meet with local sheriffs and other officials to discuss criminal activity along the border. Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen will discuss an ICE program focused... more »
  • Secretaria de DHS se Reunirá con Autoridades en el Valle Play Video

    March 20, 2019 9:27 AM

    WESLACO - La Secretaria de Seguridad Nacional visitará el Valle este jueves, acompañada por el Director interino del Servicio de Control de Inmigración y Aduanas. Se reunirán con alguaciles para discutir la actividad de pandillas y la deportación de criminales. Vea el video adjunto para el... more »
  • DHS Secretary to Meet with Law Enforcement Officers in McAllen Play Video

    March 19, 2019 5:46 PM

    WESLACO – The Secretary of Homeland Security is expected to make a visit to the Rio Grande Valley Thursday, along with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Acting Director. Kirstjen M. Nielsen will meet with more than two dozen sheriffs as part of a roundtable briefing to discuss the ongoing... more »
  • Pilot Accused of Smuggling Reaches Plea Deal Play Video

    February 5, 2019 12:26 PM

    UPDATE (2/7): The pilot accused of smuggling people into the U.S. reached a plea deal. Louis Luyton was arrested at the Mid-Valley Airport in Weslaco back in November. Court documents show he admitted to getting paid $3,000 to make the flight. Earlier this week, he pleaded guilty... more »
  • DHS, CBP Request Permission to Access SpaceX Site for Possible Border Wall Play Video

    January 4, 2019 4:36 PM

    NEAR BROWNSVILLE – The Department of Homeland Security continues its efforts to survey in the Rio Grande Valley for possible border wall sites. The department now wants access to property in Cameron County that is owned by SpaceX. SpaceX spokesman James Gleeson tells CHANNEL 5 NEWS DHS and... more »
  • Local Law Enforcement Working Without Pay due to Gov't Shutdown Play Video

    December 27, 2018 6:06 PM

    WESLACO – Many employees across the Rio Grande Valley who are tasked with keeping communities safe are being forced to work without pay due to the government shutdown. "Holidays are stressful enough for some folks and adding this on top of it, it doesn't go well,” says an employee... more »
  • Presentan Demanda Contra DHS, ICE por Detención de Solicitantes de Asilo Play Video

    September 27, 2017 6:01 PM

    WESLACO – Una demanda presentada contra el secretario de defensa actual del Departamento de Seguridad Interna y varios oficiales de ICE estipula que se ilegalmente se están deteniendo solicitantes de asilo. La organización que brinda asistencia legal, Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid, presentó la demanda de parte de cinco personas.... more »
  • DHS OIG Hotline Number Used in Fake Calls to Obtain Information

    April 19, 2017 12:00 PM

    WESLACO – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General is issuing an alert to warn citizens of reports that the DHS OIG Hotline telephone number (1-800-323-8603) was recently part of a telephone spoofing scheme targeting individuals throughout the country. The perpetrators represent themselves as employees with U.S.... more »
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