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• Pirates Hold Final Practice Before Regional Tourney Play Video

  March 5, 2020 11:21 PM

  HIDALGO - Four Valley boys basketball teams will be fighting to stay alive in the playoffs Friday night. The Hidalgo Pirates have reached the fourth round after winning three playoff games by a combined five points. Our Joel Villanueva was at the Pirates' final practice Thursday before the... more »

• Tradicional Abrazo de la Amistad en puente internacional Hidalgo-Reynosa Play Video

  March 5, 2020 6:25 PM

  HIDALGO – La tarde del jueves se celebró el tradicional Abrazo de la Amistad 2020 sobre el puente internacional Hidalgo – Reynosa, el cual se cerró temporalmente para llevar a cabo este simbólico gesto de unión. Acompañados por funcionarios y sociedad civil, la alcaldesa de Reynosa asi como los... more »

• 5 on 5: February 18th Play Video

  February 18, 2020 11:07 PM

  WESLACO - Valley girls basketball teams returned to the court Tuesday for the final night of the bi-district round. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has this 5 on 5 update. more »

• 5 on 5: January 28th Play Video

  January 28, 2020 11:05 PM

  WESLACO - There were some big district games on Tuesday night's high school basketball schedule. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the following highlights in this 5 on 5 update: Vela vs Weslaco (boys) Hidalgo vs Rio Hondo (boys) Hidalgo vs Rio Hondo (girls) Los... more »

• Renuncia director de puentes internacionales Anzaldúas, Hidalgo Play Video

  January 7, 2020 5:07 PM

  MCALLEN - El lunes el superintendente de puentes en McAllen, Rigoberto Villarreal, a cargo de los puentes Anzaldúas y Reynosa-Hidalgo, emitió su renuncia luego de 9 años de trabajar para la ciudad. Informó que su decisión es personal y que solo desea pasar más tiempo con su familia, explicando... more »

• Weslaco Fire Official Advises Safety Precautions When Handling Fireworks Play Video

  December 27, 2019 6:28 PM

  WESLACO – Many people are getting ready to celebrate the new year with fireworks, but those fireworks themselves could potentially crash the party. Lieutenant Rich Stubbs from the Weslaco Fire Department says over the years with emergency calls they're had, half are injuries to children are from improper firework... more »

• Man Killed on Reynosa Int'l Bridge Believed to be U.S. Citizen Play Video

  December 23, 2019 10:21 PM

  REYNOSA, TAMAULIPAS – A man believed to be a U.S. citizen on the bridge heading back from Reynosa was killed Monday evening on the Mexican side. Mexico's federal attorney office confirmed the homicide happened around 6:30 p.m. on the McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge as the man waited to cross into... more »

• CBP investiga posible suicidio de ciudadano mexicano en centro de detención

  December 23, 2019 10:03 PM

  LA VILLA – Agentes federales investigan la muerte de un ciudadano mexicano. El hombre de 42 años murió en el Centro de Detención Hidalgo Este el sábado. Fue llevado bajo custodia el viernes en el puerto de entrada de Hidalgo. Oficiales de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza mencionan que... more »

• Riesgo de perder visas por cruzar para vender plasma Play Video

  December 23, 2019 9:45 PM

  HIDALGO – A media milla del puente internacional Hidalgo muchas personas cruzan desde México todos los días para vender su plasma. Reciben dinero a cambio, sin embargo, el gobierno informa que eso podría poner su visa en peligro. En múltiples ciudades como McAllen, Brownsville y Laredo se promete... more »

• Hidalgo Pirate Sporting New Uniforms Play Video

  December 20, 2019 11:22 PM

  HIDALGO - With baseball season right around the corner, teams are getting ready to hit the diamond. The Hidalgo Pirates about to sport some new gear when that time comes. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has the story. more »

• City of Hidalgo's Unusual Purchase with Taxpayer Money Play Video

  December 19, 2019 7:12 PM

  HIDALGO – An unusual purchase with taxpayer money lead CHANNEL 5 NEWS to investigate that expense. Among music revelers, food vendors and parking chaos that's now intrinsically linked to the Austin City Limits Music Festival, employees for the city of Hidalgo were in the crowd on the city's dime... more »

• CBP: Security Upgrades Coming to 3 Valley Ports of Entry Play Video

  December 10, 2019 6:18 PM

  MCALLEN – Whether you drive or walk, every day, millions cross Rio Grande Valley ports of entry and are greeted by Customs and Border Protection officers. CBP’s ultimate duty is to detect crime entering the U.S. to the best of their ability. Now, with upgrades underway at the... more »

• PSJA North Takes Home Hardware at Hidalgo Pirates Classic Play Video

  December 8, 2019 10:44 PM

  HIDALGO - The Hidalgo Pirates Classic happening over the weekend. PSJA North and Stafford hit the hardwood to fight for the title Saturday afternoon. The Raiders took home the hardware, 57-47. Check out the highlights. more »

• 5 on 5: December 5th Play Video

  December 5, 2019 10:55 PM

  WESLACO - Tournament action ruled the day for Valley high school basketball teams. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has our 5 on 5 update. more »

• Buscan agilizar tráfico en puentes internacionales Play Video

  November 27, 2019 8:47 PM

  HIDALGO - El tráfico en los puertos de entrada aumenta la semana de Acción de Gracias, y los oficiales del puente están tomando medidas para agilizar el tiempo de cruce. El superintendente de puentes para el puente de McAllen-Hidalgo y Anzaldúas dice que los próximos cinco días estarán utilizando... more »

• Local Congressman Calls Upon Mexican Leaders to Address Violence along Border Play Video

  November 25, 2019 9:36 PM

  HIDALGO – A call from Rio Grande Valley leaders to their counterparts across the border. Congressman Vicente Gonzalez is urging Mexican officials to make travel and trade in the country safer. Everyday thousands make their way in and out of Tamaulipas through ports of entry in the Valley. ... more »

• Arrestan a dos mujeres en puente internacional por intento de tráfico humano

  November 14, 2019 3:55 PM

  HIDALGO - Autoridades de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza arrestaron a dos mujeres en el puente internacional Reynosa-Hidalgo en conexión con un intento fallido de tráfico de una joven de 16 años. El 12 de noviembre, tres jóvenes se declararon ciudadanas estadounidenses y al revisar sus certificados de nacimiento, llevaron... more »

• First & Goal Friday: November 1st Play Video

  November 1, 2019 11:49 PM

  WESLACO - La Feria will finish the regular season as the Valley's only undefeated team after knocking of Hidalgo in our First & Goal Game of the Week. Here's a look at all of Friday night's scores. Click on the video for highlights. Weslaco East 17, Weslaco 14 (F)... more »

• Jurado encuentra culpable a acusado de asesinato en caso de ira al volante Play Video

  October 29, 2019 3:36 PM

  EDINBURG – El martes un jurado encontró culpable a Fabian Paredes por la muerte de Joshua David Sanchez de 27 años. El caso se cataloga como uno de ira al .volante. La balacera ocurrió justo afuera del edificio de la corte Hidalgo en la esquina de la calle... more »

• Incautan mas de 700 mil dólares en puente internacional Hidalgo Play Video

  September 27, 2019 5:28 PM

  HIDALGO – Se incautaron más de 700 mil dólares en el puente internacional Hidalgo. Las autoridades informan que el efectivo estaba escondido dentro de un camión mexicano. Oficiales en la aduana decomisaron 32 paquetes, casi todos conteniendo billetes de 20 dólares. Ahora la investigación esta en manos... more »

• Righting The Ship Play Video

  September 25, 2019 7:34 PM

  HIDALGO - The Pirates have already won more games this year than they did the last two years combined. Hidalgo's rushing attack led by junior Zachary Carrera is proving to be a problem for opponents. Our Ruben Juarez has the story. more »

• Hidalgo Sheriff: Distracted Driver Hit Deputy Conduting Traffic Control

  September 24, 2019 10:44 AM

  DONNA – An Hidalgo County sheriff's deputy is recovering after he was involved in an accident Monday. Authorities say the deputy was conducting traffic control at the time. The accident happened along Expressway 83 in Donna. In a Facebook post, the department wrote the deputy's unit was... more »

• Venezuelan Man Missing after Trying to Cross River Illegally Play Video

  September 20, 2019 9:31 AM

  LOS EBANOS - A Venezuelan man is searching for his missing brother. He vanished 4 months ago while trying to reach our border. Ronald Aldiar Lambert, a 25 year old Venezuelan, was last seen just across the river from Hidalgo. The family knows Ronald made it to... more »

• Arrestan a hombre de Reynosa con 11 libras de cocaína Play Video

  September 9, 2019 10:05 PM

  HIDALGO - Una persona de nacionalidad mexicana es acusada de intento de contrabando de cocaína y se encuentra bajo custodia en el Valle del Río Grande. El hombre de 38 años proveniente de Reynosa, conducía una camioneta Ford Expedition en la cual se encontraron 11 libras de cocaína después... more »

• Hidalgo ISD Hopes to Continue Offering Flexible Schedule Program Play Video

  September 9, 2019 5:29 PM

  HIDALGO - A school program is giving potential high school drop outs in the Rio Grande Valley another option. Hidalgo ISD officials are going before the school board hoping to keep this program alive; it's known as the Optional Flexible School Day Program. Juan Vera says sometimes it's... more »

• Risk of Wildfires Rise as Drought Conditions Worsen in the Valley Play Video

  August 30, 2019 6:13 PM

  WESLACO – Drought conditions are getting worse in the Rio Grande Valley and much worse in counties just north of the region. A map shows extreme drought conditions in red spreading in Webb, Zapata, Jim Hogg and Duval counties. In the Valley, tan shades indicates a moderate drought... more »

• CBP Arrest 2 Men Using Documents Not Their Own at Hidalgo Bridge Play Video

  August 27, 2019 4:33 PM

  HIDALGO – Two men from Mexico are now facing charges after they both tried to pass off documents as theirs at the Hidalgo International Bridge. The documents were real, but they didn't belong to the people trying to use them. Less than an hour later, at the same... more »

• Changes at Hidalgo Bridge to Accommodate Commuters Attending School Play Video

  August 21, 2019 12:05 PM

  HIDALGO – Daily operations at the Hidalgo International Bridge will change next week to help commuters who cross daily to attend schools in the U.S. The goal by Customs and Border Protection is to get legal crossers through faster, especially in the mornings for those attending school. Starting... more »

• Two-A-Day Tour: Hidalgo Play Video

  August 9, 2019 7:31 PM

  It's time to talk Valley high school football again. Throughout the month of August, CHANNEL 5 will be visiting every team as we get ready for the 2019 season. It's all part of our Two-A-Day Tour. In this video, we focus on Hidalgo. more »

• Training Available for Active Shooter Situations Play Video

  August 6, 2019 11:27 PM

  WESLACO - The deadly shooting in El Paso hit close to home, not just geographically, but because of potential motives for the training available for active shooting situations El Paso officials believe Hispanics and migrants coming into the U.S. were the main target Saturday. Our home is very... more »

• Disminución en beneficiarios de Operation Lone Star Play Video

  July 25, 2019 9:03 PM

  BROWNSVILLE - Continúa el apoyo gratuito de salud por parte de multiagencias en distintas zonas del Valle y el sur de Texas. Operation Lone Star pretende proporcionar servicios a miles de familias y a su vez, capacitarse ante la respuesta de desastres reales. Por los últimos... more »

• Houston Woman Arrested after Drug Smuggling Attempt at Hidalgo Int'l Bridge

  July 22, 2019 3:02 PM

  HIDALGO – A Houston woman is in custody after attempting to smuggle methamphetamine through the Hidalgo port-of-entry. Customs and Border Protection says the 45-year-old tried driving through the bridge early Monday morning. Officers discovered 36 packs of the alleged narcotics hidden in the vehicle, weighing about 70 pounds.... more »

• City Leaders in Harlingen Concerned as Flood Recovery Efforts Continue Play Video

  July 17, 2019 5:19 PM

  HARLINGEN - Residents affected by the June floods are now eligible for FEMA funds as Cameron, Willacy, and Hidalgo counties were just declared disaster areas. The president's decision is bringing concerns to one city's leaders in Cameron county. Rodrigo Davila, Public Works Director for the city of... more »

• Se otorga declaración de desastre federal a tres condados del Valle

  July 17, 2019 5:03 PM

  WESLACO – El presidente Donald Trump otorgó una Declaración Presidencial de Desastre para tres condados del Valle del Río Grande afectados por las recientes inundaciones. Se proporcionará a los condados Cameron, Hidalgo y Willacy asistencia individual de hasta $34,000 por casa por los daños. "Me siento... more »

• Honduran Man Speaks On Why Family Chose to Seek Asylum in U.S. Play Video

  July 15, 2019 5:45 PM

  WESLACO – A Honduran family is speaking out after they crossed two other countries to reach the Rio Grande Valley and encountered deterrents. Alexander Cabrera says his brother was killed by gang members because he didn’t want to be recruited. “I was scared they were going to kill... more »

• Refugios de la Cruz Roja abiertos en condados Cameron, Hidalgo y Willacy Play Video

  July 5, 2019 10:32 AM

  VALLE DEL RIO GRANDE - Los refugios de la Cruz Roja siguen abiertos en los condados Cameron, Hidalgo y Willacy. Más de 80 personas se albergaron en ellos el miércoles por la noche. Un centro comunitario de asistencia por desastres abrirá hoy en la escuela primaria... more »

• Tres cierres temporales de puentes internacionales en menos de 24 horas Play Video

  July 5, 2019 9:50 AM

  MCALLEN - El tráfico se detuvo en los puertos de entrada del Valle del Río Grande nuevamente el jueves, aunque solo fue momentáneamente, fue la tercera vez en un período de 24 horas . En el puente internacional Hidalgo se colocaron oficiales y alambre de púas después de las... more »

• Plasma Donors Causing Health Concerns in Public Restrooms at Hidalgo Int’l Bridge Play Video

  June 13, 2019 5:49 PM

  HIDALGO – Wads of blood bandages can be seen on the sinks, on top of hand dryers and the floor of the public restrooms at the Hidalgo International Bridge. People who frequently cross into Mexico say they’ve noticed the problem; some are hesitant to use the facilities. Just... more »

• Cuban Man Faces Federal Charges after Jumping Border Bridge Barrier Play Video

  June 4, 2019 11:57 AM

  HIDALGO – A Cuban man is facing federal charges for trying to run into the U.S. at a Rio Grande Valley bridge. It happened at the Hidalgo port of entry Monday. According to a court document, the man jumped over a barrier and ran from the Mexican side... more »

• Edinburg Man Caught Smuggling Liquid Meth at Port of Entry Play Video

  May 31, 2019 12:13 PM

  HIDALGO – An Edinburg man is behind bars for trying to smuggle more than $1.5 million worth of liquid meth into the country. The bust happened Wednesday at the Hidalgo International Bridge. Officers found the packages of the highly addictive drug hidden within a track driven be a... more »

• Confirman Que Barreras Son Para Protección Del Puente Play Video

  May 17, 2019 8:53 AM

  Hidalgo - Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza confirman que las barreras llamadas"Jersey" fueron colocadas en varios carriles en el puente internacional Reynosa-Hidalgo con el propósito de actuar como una forma de seguridad con la gran cantidad de inmigrantes que están llegando al valle. Nuestra Reportera Yuridia González nos amplía la... more »

• US Mother Arrested for Attempted Child Smuggling Play Video

  May 16, 2019 4:08 PM

  MISSION – A Mission mother is accused of bringing someone into the country illegally on Wednesday at a Rio Grande Valley port-of-entry. The woman identified through court records as Daina Loper went before a federal judge Thursday. She's accused of trying to bring a Mexican child she didn't... more »

• Pirate Baseball Ship Keeps Sailing Play Video

  May 14, 2019 7:17 PM

  HIDALGO - The Valley's baseball contenders in the playoffs are down to seven. In class 4A, Hidalgo's Pirates are hoping to keep their ship sailing onto the next round. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross has more on the team as they get ready to face La Vernia this week. more »

• Hidalgo Confiscating Bikes Left at Intl. Bridge Play Video

  May 13, 2019 5:13 PM

  HIDALGO - People riding into the U.S. from Mexico on bikes explain they’re being left stranded and forced to walk back. They bike over the bridge and park them nearby and take busses to where they need to go; by the time they get back their bikes are gone.... more »

• CBP Seizes $700K Worth of Heroin at Int’l Bridge Play Video

  April 23, 2019 4:48 PM

  HIDALGO – U.S Customs and Border Protection seized $700,000 worth of heroin at a port of entry. Authorities made the bust last Thursday at the Hidalgo International Bridge. They found the drugs, weighed at 34 pounds, hidden inside a truck. The driver, a 42-year-old woman from Rio... more »

• CBP Destroys Man-Made Tunnel Found along US Riverbank in Hidalgo

  April 19, 2019 3:10 PM

  HIDALGO – A tunnel discovered leading into Mexico was destroyed by Customs and Border Protection personnel. The unfinished tunnel was discovered in January along the U.S. riverbank in Hidalgo. Border officials had determined it was being used for criminal activity. CBP contractors filled the man-made tunnel Wednesday... 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 »

• School District near Border Taking Precautions to Protect Students Play Video

  April 15, 2019 6:17 PM

  SANTA MARIA – A local school district is taking precautions because of their school's proximity to the border. Last week, immigrants hiding from federal agents ran unto school grounds at Hidalgo High School. KRGV’s Frank McCaffrey spoke with a resident who lives less than a mile from the... more »

• TxDOT Working with Feds to Improve Bridges Play Video

  April 8, 2019 10:12 PM

  ROMA – Drivers at the bridges in Brownsville, Progreso and Hidalgo are waiting up to an hour – drivers at the Roma International Bridge are waiting up to three hours. TxDOT’s public information officer, Octavio Saenz, says they’re creating an update to the border transportation master plan. "We're... more »

• Ownership of Valley Historical Landmark in Question Play Video

  April 4, 2019 5:36 PM

  UPDATE (4/18): The rightful owner of the Eli Jackson Cemetery is unknown once again. Last week, Hidalgo County records stated Diana Cardenas had sole ownership but after a search of the records Thursday, we saw her name was removed. Assistant Chief Appraiser Jorge Gonzalez states when her name... more »

• Starr Co. Judge Reacts to President's Announcement to Close Border Play Video

  April 1, 2019 3:22 PM

  RIO GRANDE CITY – The Starr County judge is reacting to President Trump’s announcement that he will close the southern border due to the thousands of migrants entering the country illegally. Judge Eloy Vera says a border closure will devastate his county’s economy. Vera says closing the border... more »

• Local Homeowner Concerned Sink Hole Near Home is Hazardous

  March 29, 2019 3:56 PM

  WESLACO - A local homeowner says trash and maintenance issues along an irrigation canal near his home are causing some concern. Erasmo Rocha calls the place next to the canal a problem area. He says a large sink hole next to his driveway is another safety hazard near... more »

• Texas Emergency Responders Come Together for Preparedness Conference

  March 27, 2019 5:00 PM

  WESLACO - Emergency responders from across Texas visited the Rio Grande Valley to discuss major disaster preparedness. They said it doesn’t take a hurricane to create devastation in the Valley. Hidalgo County Precinct 1 Commissioner David Fuentes says after last year’s floods, many have a different outlook. ... more »

• On the Diamond: March 26th Play Video

  March 26, 2019 10:58 PM

  RAYMONDVILLE - Tuesday night's baseball highlights saw Raymondville score a 7-1 win over district foe Hidalgo. With the loss, the Pirates have fallen behind Zapata for the 32-4A lead. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the update. more »

• CBP Seizes $175,000 Worth of Alleged Cocaine at 2 International Bridges

  March 22, 2019 1:23 PM

  HIDALGO – U.S. Customs and Border Protection seized $175,000 worth of cocaine at the Hidalgo and Anzalduas International Bridges. On Thursday, CBP officers working at the Hidalgo-Reynosa International Bridge referred a Ford Crown Victoria, driven by a 27-year-old Mexican citizen, for further inspection. This resulted in the discovery... more »

• CBP Arrest Man Attempting to Smuggle Nearly $1M in Methamphetamine

  March 15, 2019 12:48 PM

  HIDALGO – A man was arrested at the Hidalgo International Bridge after attempting to smuggle methamphetamine Wednesday. U.S. Customs and Border Protection says the 44-year-old Mexican national was referred to secondary inspection on the bridge when K9 officers alerted officials. CBP discovered $940,000 worth of methamphetamine, weighing 47... more »

• Federal Gov't Taking Steps to Seek Land for Border Wall Play Video

  March 11, 2019 5:51 PM

  WESLACO – The federal government is continuing to take steps to seek land for the border wall project. Some land owners received letters from the government asking for permission to survey their property. Texas Civil Rights property attorney, Ricardo Garza, says if there is no response from property... more »

• Neighbors to a Deadly Auto-Pedestrian Crash Seek Road Improvements Play Video

  March 11, 2019 5:22 PM

  MONTE ALTO – The Department of Public Safety says no charges will be filed in the deadly auto-pedestrian incident that took the life of a teen. The incident happened just before 10:00 p.m. Friday on Valdez Road. Authorities say 14-year-old Servando Perez was hit by a vehicle after... more »

• Dorados Dominant In Return Play Video

  March 4, 2019 10:59 PM

  HIDALGO - Arena football is back in the Valley with a familiar name on the field. After a 10-year hiatus, the RGV Dorados returned to State Farm Arena Monday night where they blew out the San Antonio Knights 79-14. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has highlights from the International Arena Football... more »

• Hidalgo Man Claims City Employees Dumping Waste near Property Play Video

  February 25, 2019 4:38 PM

  HIDALGO – A local man claims city employees are dumping waste across from his home. Homero Llanas says he lives across from a drainage canal southeast of Weslaco. He says he has video of what he believes are Precinct 1 employees dumping waste across the street. "What... more »

• Hidalgo Man Faces Charges following Attempt to Smuggle More Than $1 Million

  February 21, 2019 4:59 PM

  HIDALGO – A Hidalgo man was in federal court Thursday on charges connected to him trying to smuggle in more than $1 million into Mexico. Investigators say they caught him at the Hidalgo International Bridge. The cash was reportedly hidden in a speaker box in the trunk of... more »

• Hidalgo Co. Fire Marshals Advising Businesses to Revise Inspections Play Video

  February 4, 2019 5:35 PM

  HIDALGO – Local businesses in Hidalgo County are being advised to stay on top of their annual fire inspections. A Pharr boot-shop owner says her goal is to satisfy her customers and the County Fire Marshal’s Office. Cynthia Rodriguez says she was recently told to remove boxes from... more »

• 5 on 5 Friday: February 1st Play Video

  February 1, 2019 11:48 PM

  BROWNSVILLE - Valley high school basketball teams hit the court Friday night in another frenzy of back-and-forth action. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva gets you caught up with highlights. more »

• CBP Says Construction Equipment Heading to Valley Play Video

  February 1, 2019 5:52 PM

  HIDALGO – U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced heavy machinery and construction equipment is on the way to the Rio Grande Valley. CBP says the equipment will be used to begin construction of the levee system. The construction of the wall is set to begin this month. ... more »

• 60-Foot Tunnel Discovered in Hidalgo Play Video

  January 30, 2019 5:08 PM

  HIDALGO – A 60-foot long tunnel has been discovered by Border Patrol in Hidalgo. The tunnel is located at the bottom of a 30-foot embankment, which is only visible if you’re on the river. Border Patrol is looking into different ways to destroy it. "You've seen them... more »

• Border Fest Announces Nation to be Celebrated and Entertainment Play Video

  January 28, 2019 3:47 PM

  HIDALGO – For more than 40 years, the Rio Grande Valley has embraced a friendship with its Mexican friends across the river. Border Fest is a symbol of culture, traditions and fostering relationships. Every year a country is selected to be celebrated, highlighting its customs, heritage, music and... more »

• Arena Football Back in the RGV Play Video

  January 18, 2019 7:35 PM

  HIDALGO - After a 10-year hiatus, the Rio Grande Valley Dorados are back. This edition of the Dorados will compete in the new, International Arena Football League. CHANNEL 5's Erica Ross was at Friday's introductory press conference. Click on the attached video for the story. more »

• Body Found in McAllen Canal Play Video

  January 18, 2019 6:39 PM

  MCALLEN – The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is investigating a body found in a McAllen canal. Hidalgo Country Sheriff Eddie Guerra says his office received a call from a fisherman who found a red duffel bag floating in a canal on Ware Road in McAllen. When authorities arrived,... more »

• On the Pitch: January 17th Play Video

  January 17, 2019 10:43 PM

  BROWNSVILLE - Another week, another tournament in Brownsville. This week's edition is the inaugural South Texas Showcase. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has highlights from Brownsville as well as from Hidalgo's Copa La Frontera Tournament. more »

• Hidalgo's Perfect Start Play Video

  January 17, 2019 10:41 PM

  HIDALGO - It's good to be a Hidalgo Pirate. The boys and girls basketball teams are out to undefeated starts in district play. CHANNEL 5's Ruben Juarez reports on their keys to success. 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 »

• Dorados Returning To Valley Play Video

  January 14, 2019 11:26 PM

  HIDALGO - The Rio Grande Valley Dorados are making a return to the Valley sports scene. The new franchise under the direction of GM/head coach Bennie King will be a part of the new International Arena Football League. CHANNEL 5's Joel Villanueva has the update. more »

• Hidalgo Co. Leaders to Implement Unit to Block Human Trafficking in RGV Play Video

  January 11, 2019 9:16 PM

  WESLACO – Hidalgo County leaders are taking new approach to block human trafficking in the Rio Grande Valley. A new special unit will focus on forced labor in agriculture. KRGV’s Sierra Pizarro spoke to district attorney Ricardo Rodriguez. He says the Valley is prone to more cases... more »