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  • Vicepresidenta de Distrito Escolar de Brownsville libre bajo fianza Play Video

    December 12, 2019 4:05 PM

    BROWNSVILLE - La vicepresidenta del comité escolar del distrito independiente de la ciudad ya no se encuentra bajo custodia federal. Sylvia Atkinson ahora se prepara para su audiencia en febrero. Agentes del FBI la arrestaron el martes acusándola de dos cargos de soborno y conspiración. Supuestamente aceptó... more »
  • FBI Sees Increase of Reported Virtual Kidnappings in Valley Play Video

    September 16, 2019 5:22 PM

    WESLACO – They call you claiming they have a loved one kidnapped; they are supposedly part of a cartel or another criminal organization. They are using fear to get people to give up their money. The FBI says they’ve seen about a dozen virtual kidnapping cases within the... more »
  • La Joya Housing Authority Vice Chair Allegedly Paid $5K to Influence City Official Play Video

    August 20, 2019 6:45 PM

    MCALLEN – The La Joya housing authority vice chairwoman connected to a federal bribery investigation allegedly paid thousands to influence an elected city official. Sylvia Valdez is accused of bribing at least two people $5,000 to help her win public relations contracts. The investigation carried out by the... more »
  • La Joya Housing Authority Vice Chair Pleads Not Guilty to Corruption Charge Play Video

    August 19, 2019 11:20 AM

    LA JOYA – The La Joya housing authority vice chairwoman accused of corruption has pleaded not guilty. Sylvia Valdez was taken into federal custody Monday morning. She’s the La Joya housing authority vice-chairwoman, but received a public relations contract, which is in the center of this corruption charge.... more »
  • FBI realiza cateo en oficinas del ayuntamiento en La Joya Play Video

    August 16, 2019 7:28 PM

    LA JOYA - La mañana del viernes alrededor de las 8:30 el ayuntamiento de la cuidad de La Joya se paralizó tras la llegada de agentes del FBI para desarrollar una investigación extensa en sus oficinas, incluyendo el departamento de servicios públicos. Durante el cateo, más de una docena... more »
  • FBI at La Joya City Hall Conducting ‘Law Enforcement Activities’ Play Video

    August 16, 2019 9:14 AM

    LA JOYA – FBI agents are inside La Joya City Hall executing a search warrant. The city administrator, Jacqueline Bazan, tells CHANNEL 5 NEWS they showed up unannounced around 8:15 a.m. Friday requesting access to the building. About 15 federal agents are currently on the scene. The... more »
  • Tamaulipas Officials Working with US Agencies to Reduce Kidnappings Play Video

    July 15, 2019 3:51 PM

    REYNOSA, TAMAULIPAS – The state of Tamaulipas, Mexico responded to a charge by a U.S. senator. South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham described similarities between Tamaulipas and war zones during a visit to the Rio Grande Valley Friday. "On the other side of the border, the State Department has... more »
  • FBI Conducting 'Operational Activity' at Federal Wellness Center in Edinburg Play Video

    July 11, 2019 11:34 AM

    EDINBURG – Federal agents are conducting a raid at a federal wellness center in Edinburg. FBI spokeswoman Michelle Lee confirmed they’re conducting "operational activity" near Trenton and McColl roads. Officials say there is no threat to the public. The agency says they cannot comment on why they... more »
  • FBI investiga hallazgo de 4 cuerpos cerca de Parque Anzaldúas Play Video

    June 24, 2019 9:29 AM

    CERCA DE MISSION - Oficiales del condado Hidalgo acudieron al sureste del parque Anzaldúas tras el descubrimiento de los cuerpos en una zona con maleza junto al Rio Grande. Alrededor de las 7:30 p.m. del domingo se descubrieron los cuerpos de dos bebés, un niño pequeño y lo que... more »
  • Harlingen Teen had Explosive Compounds and White Supremacy Imagery Play Video

    June 21, 2019 9:04 PM

    HARLINGEN – Authorities have released more information of what was siezed from the Harlingen teen accused of possessing chemicals to make explosives. Joel Hayden Schrimsher, 19, was arrested two weeks ago. He was charged with making threats against religious groups and having components of explosives. According to court documents,... more »
  • Man Receives Possible Threats via Graphic Messages, Photos Play Video

    June 13, 2019 5:15 PM

    WESLACO – A Rio Grande Valley man is scared for his life after receiving text messages threatening his life. Pay up or die – that was the message. “They were sending me pictures of people with their heads cut off. People with no body parts, no arms, no... more »
  • New State Bill to Clarify Revenge Porn Law Awaits Governor's Signature Play Video

    June 13, 2019 4:59 PM

    PHARR – A 21-year-old Pharr man was arrested for sharing his ex’s intimate photos. If convicted he will be facing a $4,000 fine and up to one year in jail. The charge for this crime is a state jail felony with a maximum punishment of two years in... more »
  • FBI Confirms Arrests of Former Hidalgo Co. Commissioner, RGC Attorney Play Video

    April 5, 2019 10:52 AM

    WESLACO – The mayor of Weslaco is responding to the recent arrests involving construction bids for water plant facilities. Mayor David Suarez explains the city was aware of the federal investigation. They sued a construction company in the meantime and were able to get some of the funds... more »
  • Local Woman Warns about Fraudulent Checks in Mail Play Video

    February 20, 2019 6:29 PM

    WESLACO – A local woman is warning about criminals using federal and local authorities to make fraudulent activity seem legal. Sylvia Luna says she received a package marked as urgent in the mail. Luna says she received a check with more than $1,000 and another months later worth... more »
  • Smugglers Using Tactics to Avoid Law Enforcement Play Video

    January 9, 2019 6:42 PM

    WESLACO – President Trump is requesting billions of dollars in funding for a border wall. In a speech, he said vast quantities of drugs are coming through the border. Three weeks ago, a typical situation occurred along the border as a group of men carrying bundles of drugs... more »
  • Enticing Social Media Ad Lures Man to Take Drug Smuggling Job Play Video

    December 27, 2018 9:09 AM

    WESLACO – A man accused of moving drugs through a Rio Grande Valley port of entry says it all started online through a Facebook ad looking for drivers. The sum of $5,000 and the possibility of a free vehicle lured Dallas native Nicholas John Zotos into a drug smuggling... more »
  • Cartel Activity Prominent near Falcon Heights Play Video

    October 29, 2018 10:57 PM

    FALCON HEIGHTS – A seizure made in Nueva Ciudad Guerrero across the Rio Grande from Falcon Heights over the weekend consisted of items belonging to a cartel group. Cartel activity in this area is different from the one seen near the Rio Grande Valley or near Laredo. The region is... more »
  • FBI Launching New App to Help Applicants Play Video

    September 3, 2018 1:36 PM

    WESLACO – The FBI is looking to hire about 900 new agents. In an effort to help their applicants, they’ve launched a new app. The app helps to promote the required fitness test, which many applicants are falling short on. It provides practice tests as well as specific portions of... more »
  • FBI Looking to Hire 900 Agents Play Video

    September 2, 2018 8:40 PM

    App now available to help aspiring agents pass certain parts of physical test. more »
  • FBI Warns Geo-Tagging Feature on Phones Could Pose Danger Play Video

    August 9, 2018 9:34 PM

    WESLACO – The FBI is warning parents to be cautious about the pictures their children post online. Photos could pose a danger if the geo-location feature is enabled, according to the FBI. KRGV’s Trason Bragg spoke with Cyber Security Expert Abel Segovia to find out what steps to take to... more »
  • FBI Busca a Mujer de 21 Años y Su Bebé Play Video

    July 13, 2018 9:32 PM

    LAREDO - Agentes del FBI piden su ayuda para encontrar a una mujer y su hija de siete meses de edad quien tiene necesidades especiales. Eunice Noemi Garza, de 21 años, y su hija, Dayana Leeann Garza, fueron vistas por última vez el 27 de junio saliendo de Laredo. Garza... more »
  • Local Cybersecurity Expert Advises Rebooting Router to Prevent Hacking Play Video

    June 4, 2018 9:49 PM

    EDINBURG – The FBI says network routers have become the target for foreign cyber hackers. The agency warns that online activity could be monitored after learning a large number of American routers have been infected. The FBI recommends rebooting the router. KRGV’s Trason Bragg spoke with a local cybersecurity expert... more »
  • FBI Receiving Thousands of Calls from Potential Health Care Fraud Victims Play Video

    May 17, 2018 6:09 PM

    WESLACO – The FBI says they continue to receive hundreds of calls from potential victims of a local doctor accused of fraud . The agency says they want victims to be patient when calling. Agents say they’re having a hard time understanding some messages. If you do not hear back... more »
  • Signs, Consequences of Human Trafficking Play Video

    April 23, 2018 6:12 PM

    WESLACO – According to the FBI, human trafficking is believed to be the third largest criminal activity in the world, and it is not taken lightly. Officials describe it as putting a price tag on a human life. Human trafficking, whether for work or sex, can come with a life... more »
  • Juez del Valle Se Presentará Ante Magistrado el Lunes

    February 4, 2018 11:04 AM

    CONDADO HIDALGO -- Juez del Valle se presentará ante un magistrado el lunes. El abogado del juez Rudy Delgado, Al Álvarez dice que su aparición inicial determinará si una fianza podría ser fijada. De acuerdo a Álvarez, no tienen información de porqué Delgado fue puesto en custodia. El viernes, el... more »
  • FBI Investiga Corte del Condado Hidalgo Distrito 93

    February 3, 2018 12:09 PM

    EDINBURG – Se hizo un arresto en conexión a la redada del viernes en la corte del condado Hidalgo. Agentes del FBI revisaron la corte de distrito 93 del Condado Hidalgo; Donde preside el juez Rudy Delgado. Los agentes federales también realizaron una revisión en una casa en Edinburg en... more »
  • 1 Arrest in Connection with 'Law Enforcement Activity' at Hidalgo Co. Courthouse Play Video

    February 2, 2018 4:54 PM

    EDINBURG – CHANNEL 5 NEWS learned one arrest was made in connection to Friday's raid at the Hidalgo County courthouse. FBI agents conducted law enforcement activity at the Edinburg building, according to FBI spokesperson Michelle Lee. Hidalgo County Sheriff Eddie Guerra also issued a statement specifying the FBI was at... more »
  • FBI Implementa Espectaculares Electrónicos para Capturar Fugitivos Play Video

    October 26, 2017 5:43 PM

    WESLACO – El FBI se apoya en los conductores en las autopistas para generar denuncias sobre un fugitivo de los Diez Más Buscados. Esta semana la agencia anunció que está en búsqueda de Alejandro Castillo, quien es acusado de asesinar a una mujer en Carolina del Norte y escapar a... more »
  • Fired FBI director Comey's testimony puts spotlight on Trump

    June 8, 2017 8:40 AM

    By JULIE PACE and ERIC TUCKER Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - In a hugely anticipated hearing, fired FBI director James Comey will recount a series of conversations with President Donald Trump that he says made him deeply uneasy and concerned about the blurring of boundaries between the White House and... more »
  • Engineering Firm Responds after FBI Raided Several Locations Play Video

    April 28, 2017 12:52 PM

    MCALLEN – An engineering firm is responding after a raid of their building in McAllen took place this week. Officials are accusing the FBI of putting on a show for its actions. The McAllen offices of Dannenbaum Engineering Corporation were just one of the four locations FBI agents went into... more »
  • FBI Investigation Leads Agents to Palmview Home Play Video

    January 13, 2017 12:41 PM

    PALMVIEW – An FBI investigation led agents to a home in Palmview. The house is located on Lucky I Road just off Moorefield. Agents arrived at the residence around 8:00 Friday morning. Mission police were also on scene. FBI spokesperson Michelle Lee said agents are lawfully present conducting law enforcement... more »
  • FBI Launches PSA Aimed at Stopping Border Corruption Play Video

    December 26, 2016 7:45 PM

    WESLACO – The FBI is launching a new campaign asking the public to report corruption on the border. The FBI said every day drugs, weapons and people are smuggled illegally across the border. They call it a threat to national security. The FBI said public servants who are supposed to... more »
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