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• Days before Texas’ “bathroom bill” becomes law, questions remain about how it will be enforced

  December 1, 2025 3:22 PM

  On Thursday, a new state law will add another layer of anxiety to Simon Shepherd’s already busy life: he has to worry — even more so than usual — about going to the bathroom. It’s not an entirely new concern, said Shepherd, a transgender man living in North Texas.... more »

• DPS ride along to enforce school bus safety laws Play Video

  October 20, 2025 8:13 PM

  Before the sun rises, school bus drivers hit the road to pick up students. The roads are dark, and the attention of other drivers worries parents. Since the start of the school year, Channel 5 News has reported on five accidents involving school buses that have occurred throughout... more »

• McAllen business owners react to city's crackdown to curb underage drinking Play Video

  September 5, 2025 9:47 PM

  The city of McAllen has revoked Special Use Permits for dozens of bars in the downtown area for not following city code. The city says the business owner will have to show they're in compliance with minimum safety before their Special Use Permit is reinstated. "If we have... more »

• City of McAllen revokes permits for 20 downtown bars that 'refuse to prevent underage drinking' Play Video

  September 5, 2025 10:31 AM

  The city of McAllen has revoked permits to 20 bars in the downtown area after the businesses refused to implement safeguards to prevent underage drinking, according to the city's Facebook. The city said they held a city commission workshop on August 29 where they heard from residents who demanded... more »

• Edinburg police reminding drivers of back to school safety tips Play Video

  August 10, 2025 7:14 PM

  With the new school year starting for several school districts throughout the Rio Grande Valley, the Edinburg Police Department is reminding drivers of the importance of driving safely through school zones and near school buses. In a social media post released Saturday, Edinburg police told the public to... more »

• Hidalgo County Precinct 3 working to combat illegal dumping Play Video

  August 5, 2025 11:34 AM

  A hot spot for illegal dumping in Hidalgo County has been cleaned up twice in the last 24 hours. Early Monday, piles of tires and furniture littered South Greene Road in Palmview and Hidalgo County Precinct 3 crews cleaned it all up. Leandro Cano lives nearby, and he... more »

• Texas Democratic chair reacts to efforts to block GOP redistricting plans Play Video

  August 5, 2025 1:18 AM

  Civil arrests warrants were issued Monday against dozens of Democrats in the Texas House after they were not present for a scheduled vote on a new congressional map. Democrats say it’s a consequence they're willing to face. “This is about a President of the United States who is... more »

• Flood relief, THC regulation and more in limbo after House Democrats leave Texas

  August 4, 2025 10:27 PM

  " Flood relief, THC regulation and more in limbo after House Democrats leave Texas " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for... more »

• Texas House votes to track down, arrest Democratic lawmakers who left the state

  August 4, 2025 4:26 PM

  " Texas House issues arrest warrants for Democrats who left state to block congressional redistricting " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up... more »

• Rio Grande City to start fining big rig drivers parking in residential neighborhoods Play Video

  June 3, 2025 7:44 PM

  In Rio Grande city, lots of 18-wheelers pass through, and some of them stay. “It's dangerous for the workers as well as for the community,” Rio Grande City resident Saudi Alanis said. Following complaints from community members, the city will soon start fining drivers who park tractor-trailers in... more »

• DPS: 13 people injured in two-vehicle crash near Alton Play Video

  May 31, 2025 8:00 PM

  A two-vehicle crash near Alton sent 13 people to a local hospital for "non-incapacitating injuries," according to Texas Department of Public Safety spokesperson Sgt. Maria Hernandez. According to Hernandez, the crash occurred at around 1:30 p.m. Saturday, near State Highway 107 and La Homa Road. It involved a Chevrolet... more »

• Brownsville Man Concerned for Safety after BB Gun Shatters Window Play Video

  November 4, 2019 6:42 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Hundreds of dollars in damage in a Brownsville neighborhood. Police say the suspect used a BB gun. Melissa Gonzalez, police spokesperson, confirmed the incident happened Sunday night. Investigators are waiting for the person who filed the report to come forward. Gonzalez explained some air... more »

• Amnesty Program to Begin in Hidalgo

  April 30, 2019 3:50 PM

  HIDALGO – An amnesty program in Hidalgo will begin Wednesday. People with active Class C misdemeanor warrants within the city of Hidalgo will have their fines waived if they pay them during this time. These fines include both the failure to appear and court costs associated with the... more »

• Valley Municipal Courts Teaming Up with Law Enforcement to Collect Outstanding Fines Play Video

  February 13, 2019 3:37 PM

  WESLACO – Starting next week, several municipal courts in the Rio Grande Valley will join more than 300 law enforcement agencies across Texas for a warrant round-up. This round-up will help to collect outstanding fines. The courts advise those with outstanding citations to contact their municipal court to... more »

• Harlingen, Mission Offering Ticket Amnesty Program This Month Play Video

  February 13, 2019 3:31 PM

  HARLINGEN – Two Rio Grande Valley cities are offering a ticket amnesty program through the month of February. The cities of both Mission and Harlingen are letting anyone who has outstanding tickets pay without any fines attached. Arrangements can be made for those who cannot pay in full.... more »

• City of Raymondville Cracking Down on Weedy Lots Play Video

  December 31, 2018 4:39 PM

  RAYMONDVILLE – The city of Raymondville is cracking down on weedy lots. The city is now boosting the minimum amount of the fine. Fines used to run between $25 and $200 but will now run from $75 to $200 instead. City officials say this is due to... more »