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• Residentes reportan vehículos de construcción en Granjeno por muro fronterizo Play Video

  October 2, 2019 10:43 PM

  GRANJENO – El proyecto del muro fronterizo tiene una conexión con la actividad que los residentes notan en Granjeno. Napoleon Garza corta mesquite y ébano, la madera proviene de la propiedad de su familia. Es un terreno salvaje vigilado por la patrulla fronteriza y estállenod e vida salvaje... more »

• Residents Report Construction Traffic in Granjeno due to Border Wall Project Play Video

  October 2, 2019 6:49 PM

  GRANJENO – The border wall project has a connection to activity people are noticing in Granjeno. Napoleon Garza cuts mesquite and ebony, the wood comes from his family's property. It’s wildland that's heavily patrolled by Border Patrol and it’s full of wildlife and deer. Garza says he's... more »

• Granjeno Woman Shares Experience Losing Family Property under Eminent Domain Play Video

  March 15, 2019 6:38 PM

  GRANJENO – A cautionary word for those listed in a local newspaper, don’t just ignore it. A floodway in Granjeno separates the United States from Mexico. For resident Aurora Anzaldua, childhood was very different growing up on her family’s land. There was no fence on her property,... more »

• Federal Forecasters Predict a More Active Storm Season Play Video

  March 14, 2019 10:05 PM

  GRANJENO - Federal forecasters are predicting a more active storm season this year, including more tornados. The National Weather Service says stronger currents in the atmosphere could possibly bring more thunderstorms, hail, and wind this spring. Granjeno resident, Maria Silva says she’s still recovering from the 2016 straight... more »

• Granjeno Resident Near Border Says She’s Not Concerned about Caravan Play Video

  February 5, 2019 5:26 PM

  GRANJENO – A Granjeno woman says she’s not worried about migrant caravans crossing into the U.S. Aurora Garcia, 76, says she’s witnessed people crossing the border her whole life. She says she still sees people in the country illegally near her home on a regular basis. KRGV’s... more »

• Streets Leading Into Granjeno Re-Open After Presidential Motorcade Play Video

  January 10, 2019 6:21 PM

  GRANJENO – The streets leading into Granjeno were blocked for the presidential motorcade. Residents flooded the streets hoping to catch a glimpse of President Donald Trump. Texas state troopers blocked the bridges and streets leading into Granjeno to make sure roads were secure. KRGV’s Angelo Vargas spoke... more »

• Valley Residents Carry Mixed Views about Border Security Play Video

  January 3, 2019 6:50 PM

  GRANJENO – Caught between real life and policy are people who live in small towns along the river dividing two countries. Some say what’s missing is a sense of security, a place where neighbors call out to neighbors. That’s changed in recent years. People who cross the... more »

• Residents Weigh in on Border Law Enforcement Presence in Granjeno Play Video

  November 14, 2018 5:42 PM

  GRANJENO – A small town, with its 300 residents, carries two different perspectives when it comes to illegal crossings in the area. The small town of Granjeno has been a hot spot for illegal immigration for years. KRGV’s Daisy Martinez asked two residents about their opinion. Both agreed that the... more »

• Granjeno Community Center Repairs Underway Play Video

  May 4, 2018 8:40 PM

  GRANJENO – Repairs and renovations to a Granjeno staple are in the works. The Granjeno Community Center was heavily damaged by storms in 2016. The town mayor, Yvetter Cabrera, said grant funding was approved, along with insurance funds for repairs to soon begin. One resident welcomes the repairs. Arcadio Anzaldua’s... more »

• Recovery Processes Still Ongoing for Granjeno Play Video

  December 24, 2017 8:19 PM

  GRANJENO--Residents in a border town are still haunted by the remnants of a wind storm over a year ago. In the summer of 2016, Granjeno was hit by strong winds during a storm, many homes sustained significant damage. While FEMA did help some of the victims following the storm, those... more »

• Granjeno Residents Share Different Opinions on Proposed Border Wall Play Video

  December 13, 2017 10:34 PM

  GRANJENO – The recent announcement from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security about the starting point of border wall construction has left conflicting emotions among people residing along the border. With a population of roughly 300, Granjeno sits right along the border. There, CHANNEL 5 NEWS found two neighbors with... more »

• Border Patrol Working to Locate Wanted Foreign Criminals Play Video

  December 4, 2017 7:28 PM

  GRANJENO – Illegal crossers wanted for manslaughter are in federal custody. Many of these criminals were on the run and wanted in other states. Posts in a Granjeno backyard used to be connected. The owners say it cost too much to repair them. They told CHANNEL 5 NEWS people from... more »

• New Emergency Mobile Unit Ready to Deploy Play Video

  September 13, 2017 10:54 PM

  GRANJENO – A new disaster ready unit is in the Rio Grande Valley. The Hidalgo County Community Service Agency helps families with utility assistance. Now, the agency is on standby to help Hurricane Harvey families. CSA officials activated their special response unit when Hurricane Harvey hit the coastal areas. Director... more »

• Incorrect Address Delays Valley Woman’s FEMA Funds Play Video

  August 11, 2017 9:50 PM

  GRANJENO – Irene Olivarez is a Valley High School culinary arts instructor. Few things bring her as much joy as preparing tomorrow's chefs. "They come to me with 'I don't know how to cook,' and by the end of the year they're creating dishes they didn't think they would ever... more »

• Granjeno Intenta Reconstruir Centro Comunitario

  August 9, 2017 5:53 PM

  GRANJENO – La ciudad de Granjeno aún está en proceso de reparar su centro comunitario. El centro sufrió daños por fuertes ráfagas de vientos de una tormenta eléctrica hace más de un año. La ciudad usó el centro para celebraciones festivas, sorteos de artículos escolares, y actividades recreacionales. Ahora, funcionarios... more »

• Granjeno Working to Rebuilding Community Center

  August 9, 2017 5:08 PM

  GRANJENO – The city of Granjeno is still in the process of repairing its community center. The center was damaged by straight line winds of a thunderstorm more than a year ago. The city used the center for holiday celebrations, school supplies giveaways, and recreational activities. Now, city officials are... more »

• Granjeno Residents Still Battling Storm Damage One Year Later

  June 4, 2017 11:22 PM

  GRANJENO - It's been 1 year since devastating winds tore through the border town of Granjeno. CHANNEL 5 NEWS checked back in the area and found people are still struggling with repairs. While many people received funds from FEMA for repairs, in some cases it wasn't enough, some people were... more »

• Hidalgo Co. Residents Remember Windstorm Disaster Play Video

  June 1, 2017 11:04 PM

  NEAR GRANJENO – People living in Chimney Park near Granjeno said they hope to stay out of any future storm paths. A windstorm ripped through properties destroying nearly everything in June 2016. Chimney Park manager Lloyd Burns said straight line winds tore through the trailer park ripping through walls, roofs... more »

• Condado Hidalgo Pide Extensión de Diques en la Frontera Play Video

  March 2, 2017 11:20 PM

  GRANJENO - Los funcionarios del Condado Hidalgo dijeron que el dinero de los contribuyentes locales no se utilizará para la construcción del muro que quiere el Gobierno. El plan del Condado, firmado por los funcionarios y enviado al Gobierno esta semana, busca extender los diques o muros de protección otras... more »

• Condado Hidalgo Propone Proyecto de Muro Fronterizo para Controlar Inundaciones Play Video

  March 1, 2017 10:31 PM

  GRANJENO - Los comisionados del Condado Hidalgo firmaron una carta al Departamento de Seguridad Interna, proponiendo construir un muro capaz de evitar inundaciones. Los líderes del Condado dijeron que el gobierno debe asegurarse que el muro fronterizo proteja el condado de diferentes formas, cuando se trata de su construcción. El... more »

• Residente de Condado Hidalgo Cansado de Problema con Roedores Play Video

  February 27, 2017 9:39 PM

  GRANJENO – Un residente del Condado Hidalgo dijo estar harto de la plaga de ratas en su propiedad. Arasmo Garza, residente de Granjeno, dijo que roedores están causando más daños en su hogar el cual fue dañado por una tormenta. Dijo que las paredes están cubiertas de pequeños hoyos. "Ya... more »

• Residente de Granjeno Se Sienten Seguros

  February 24, 2017 6:47 PM

  GRANJENO – Las personas que viven a lo largo del Río Grande dicen estar acostumbradas a la presencia de oficiales y agentes en esos sectores. Muchos dicen que es la realidad de la vida en la frontera. Carlos Cardoza, Sr., residente de Granjeno, dice que muchas personas tienen un concepto... more »

• Mujer de Granjeno Escéptica de Efectividad de Muro Fronterizo Play Video

  January 25, 2017 10:44 PM

  GRANJENO – Una mujer del Condado Hidalgo dice que ella está de acuerdo con la acción ejecutiva de construir un muro a lo largo del sureste de la frontera. Elizabeth Olivares, residente de Granjeno dice que ella cree que un muro protegerá a las personas que viven en su vecindario.... more »

• Quema de Basura en Reynosa Afecta a Residentes de Granjeno Play Video

  January 10, 2017 6:47 PM

  GRANJENO - La quema de basura en Reynosa está afectando a los residentes de la pequeña comunidad de Granjeno en este lado de la frontera. Los residentes de esa comunidad dice que el humo representa un riesgo para su salud. "Es un olor muy fuerte. Yo no puedo salir por... more »