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• La Joya ISD transportation help desk sees drop in calls Play Video

  August 22, 2026 5:33 PM

  La Joya Independent School District says calls to the transportation help desk have dropped. The help desk was launched this school year and was created to help families adjust to changes made to the district's bus system. The district said the help desk has handled about 3,500 calls,... more »

• McAllen ISD superintendent rides bus on first day of school Play Video

  August 18, 2026 12:09 PM

  About 5,000 McAllen Independent School District students rely on a school bus to get to and from class. On the first day back, the district's superintendent got on board to see that trip home for himself. For students at Thigpen-Zavala Elementary School, the first day of school isn't... more »

• Second bond reduction request denied for motorcyclist charged in deadly Mission crash Play Video

  August 18, 2026 11:32 AM

  The man accused in a deadly motorcycle crash in Mission has pleaded not guilty to several charges on Tuesday. Apolonio Perez is facing charges of murder, evading arrest, and intoxication manslaughter. During his hearing, Perez's lawyers filed a motion for a bond reduction, but the motion was denied. ... more »

• Third person dies after wrong-way crash near Palmview Play Video

  August 18, 2026 10:53 AM

  A third person has died in the head-on, wrong-way crash in Palmview, according to the Texas Department of Pubic Safety. Mission resident Efren Garcia-Saldivar, 22, was one of the drivers involved in the Aug. 14 crash that happened on Texan Road south of Freedom Avenue, north of Palmview. On... more »

• La Joya ISD secures $10 million grant to expand afterschool programs at 10 schools

  August 17, 2026 2:25 PM

  La Joya Independent School District has secured a grant worth up to $10 million to expand learning opportunities for students across 10 elementary campuses, according to the district. The district received Cycle 13 of the Texas Afterschool Centers on Education grant, funded through the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century... more »

• McAllen ISD holds send-off event for bus drivers on first day of school Play Video

  August 17, 2026 10:19 AM

  The McAllen Independent School District is one of the local school districts starting classes on Monday, Aug. 17. The district held a send off event for all 66 school buses that were ready to begin their routes and take thousands of students to their campuses. Monday was the... more »

• 1 person dead following officer-involved shooting in Mission Play Video

  August 16, 2026 12:19 PM

  Six Mission police officers are on administrative leave following an officer-involved shooting that left one person dead. The shooting happened at around 12:04 a.m. Aug. 16 in the 1600 block of Oblate Avenue. According to a news release, officers responded to reports of a person experiencing a "high-stress... more »

• Congressman Gonzalez secures $2 million for Donna Multi-Purpose Sports Complex Play Video

  August 14, 2026 3:16 PM

  Rep. Vicente Gonzalez delivered $2 million in funding to the city of Donna for Phase Two construction of the Donna Multi-Purpose Sports Complex. Gonzalez secured the money through Fiscal Year 2026 Community Project Funding. He was joined by Mayor David Moreno and city officials for the announcement on Friday.... more »

• Palmview police search for stabbing suspect Play Video

  August 14, 2026 3:00 PM

  Palmview police are looking for a suspect after a man was stabbed multiple times at a home on Milagro Lane. Police Chief Jose Trevino said officers responded to the 1000 block of Milagro Lane Thursday night and found a man with multiple stab wounds to the torso. He was... more »

• Mercedes city manager resigns Play Video

  August 14, 2026 2:30 PM

  Mercedes City Manager Alberto Perez has submitted his resignation from his position, the city announced. Perez served as city manager and worked with city leadership and staff on projects aimed at strengthening city operations and supporting the growth of Mercedes. The city credited him with implementing progressive systems and... more »

• Verbal threat made by Weslaco middle school student under investigation, district says Play Video

  August 14, 2026 12:03 PM

  Weslaco Independent School District and the Weslaco Police Department are investigating after a student at Central Middle School made a verbal threat, according to school officials. School officials said all students and staff are safe. Officials asked parents to remind students that comments or statements about school safety... more »

• Weslaco ISD superintendent to retire in December Play Video

  August 10, 2026 3:12 PM

  The Weslaco Independent School District school board unanimously accepted Superintendent Dr. Richard Rivera's retirement on Monday. Rivera will serve as superintendent through Dec. 31. He has been part of Weslaco ISD for 20 years. "Back in 1996, I told the board that was hiring me at that time... more »

• Edward James Olmos announced as headliner for South Texas International Film Festival Play Video

  August 10, 2026 11:01 AM

  Actor Edward James Olmos will headline the 12th Annual South Texas International Film Festival in Edinburg. The festival will run from Sept. 10 to Sept. 12 at the Edinburg Arts, Culture and Events Center, located at 315 West McIntyre Street. Olmos will join local talents Valente Rodriguez and... more »

• No charges filed after driver crashes into building in Mission Play Video

  August 9, 2026 5:05 PM

  A woman crashed her vehicle into a building in Mission while attempting to park her car, according to Mission Police Department spokesperson Art Flores. The crash happened around 2:48 p.m. at 2300 East Expressway. Flores said the driver struck a parked car before crashing into the building. Another... more »

• Penitas man pleads guilty to receiving, sharing child sexual abuse material

  August 8, 2026 2:19 PM

  A 29-year-old Penitas man is heading to federal prison for receiving and distributing child sexual abuse material. Jesus David Gutierrez pleaded guilty on Oct. 2, 2025, and was sentenced to more than nine years in federal prison and to pay $6,000 in restitution. Gutierrez must serve five years... more »

• Edinburg man who tried to bite police officer during arrest sentenced on drug and firearms charges Play Video

  August 8, 2026 1:58 PM

  An Edinburg man is heading to federal prison after police found him asleep at the wheel with meth and a gun in his car, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. Alvaro Salinas Jr., 45, attempted to bite an Edinburg police officer during his arrest, a news release stated. ... more »

• Missing Edcouch woman found dead, police say Play Video

  August 8, 2026 12:11 PM

  A missing Edcouch woman was found dead Sunday morning, according to the Edcouch Police Department. Police said Adela Davila was found around 1:19 a.m. with assistance from the U.S. Border Patrol K9 and Drone Team. Davila was reported missing on Saturday after being last seen at 900 West... more »

• 10 undocumented migrants found inside tractor-trailer at Love's Truck Stop in Donna Play Video

  August 7, 2026 1:49 PM

  Donna police found 10 undocumented migrants inside a tractor-trailer at a local truck stop, according to Donna Police Chief Gilbert Guerrero. Officers responded to a report of suspicious people walking around the parking lot at the Love's Truck Stop Friday before noon. Guerrero said that when officers arrived,... more »

• STHS Edinburg hospital earns best regional community access award for third year

  August 7, 2026 1:41 PM

  South Texas Health System Edinburg has earned the Best Regional Hospital for Community Access designation from U.S. News & World Report for the third year in a row. The hospital is one of just 73 hospitals nationwide and among fewer than two percent of facilities evaluated to receive the... more »

• Hidalgo County Elections Department seeks to hire 900 poll workers Play Video

  August 7, 2026 10:51 AM

  The November election is opening up jobs in Hidalgo and Cameron counties. Hidalgo County alone is looking to hire 900 people. For Michelle Burton, working the polls has become tradition. "I've been doing it now for probably about 15 years. From election worker to judge to alternate judge,... more »

• Made in the 956: Valley actress helps local talent break into film industry Play Video

  August 4, 2026 11:42 AM

  A local actress is showing the world that you don't have to leave the Rio Grande Valley to pursue your dreams in show business. For Edinburg native Brenda Patricia Garza, success isn't just about making it to the big screen — it's about helping pave the way for others.... more »

• Edinburg CISD names Dr. Angela Dominguez lone finalist for superintendent

  August 4, 2026 11:11 AM

  The Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees named Dr. Angela Dominguez the lone finalist for superintendent of schools, according to a news release. The board voted at a meeting on Monday, Aug. 3, to select Dominguez following a comprehensive search conducted with the help of the law... more »

• Eastbound I-2 in Pharr reopens following law enforcement activity

  August 3, 2026 12:44 PM

  Eastbound lanes on I-2 in Pharr were shut down after to a man threatened to jump near the Jackson Road exit, according to the Pharr Police Department. Pharr police responded to the incident at around 12 p.m. Monday. A mental health unit responded to the scene and deployed... more »

• UTRGV changes how fans buy, sell tickets ahead of Vaquero football season Play Video

  August 3, 2026 12:23 PM

  Fans planning to attend University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros football games this fall should prepare for some changes. The university is changing how fans buy, sell and use their tickets this season. UTRGV Athletics said they've updated the website used to buy tickets. Officials said they're... more »

• Weslaco water service returning after power outage shuts down pumps

  July 31, 2026 11:17 AM

  Water service is returning to Weslaco residents after a power outage knocked out pumps at the city's water treatment and distribution facilities. A power failure on the AEP Texas electrical grid shut down the pumps earlier on Friday, July 31, cutting off water service across the city. Power has... more »

• City of Palmview to tackle flooding with detention pond project Play Video

  July 30, 2026 1:36 PM

  The city of Palmview is pushing to protect homes against future storms. While the Rio Grande Valley hasn't received any recent rain, it takes only one big storm to create problems. Showers Road is currently dry and clear, but after a heavy rain, people say the street can... more »

• McAllen police search for woman wanted in assault investigation Play Video

  July 30, 2026 11:41 AM

  The McAllen Police Department is asking for the public's help in finding a suspect wanted in connection with an assault investigation. Lorena Skarleth Hernandez Salazar, 35, is accused in the incident following a confrontation in a parking lot in the 3600 block of Pecan Boulevard on July 23 at... more »

• Pharr Fire Department implements new program for vulnerable patients Play Video

  July 30, 2026 10:31 AM

  A new program is being implemented by the Pharr Fire Department. It's called the SAFER Home program. It stands for Silver Alert For Fire Emergency Response. The fire department says the program is meant to identify vulnerable people who need help. It would apply to anyone with mobility... more »

• Undocumented migrant living in Donna pleads guilty to attempting to meet minor for sex

  July 27, 2026 3:29 PM

  A 35-year-old undocumented migrant living in Donna pleaded guilty to trying to lure a minor into sexual activity. Anael Jossue Rodriguez-Rodas, of Honduras, had been communicating with someone he believed to be a 16-year-old girl over a three-day period, according to a news release. During those conversations, Rodriguez-Rodas said... more »

• Academy Award nominee Terrence Howard visits Edinburg, honored with proclamation

  July 27, 2026 2:38 PM

  Academy Award nominee Terrence Howard visited the city of Edinburg on Monday to discuss business ventures. "I'm making friends. I thought we were just saying hello. I like their hello; it's really beautiful," Howard said. During his visit, Howard stopped by Edinburg City Hall and was honored with... more »

• 'We're glad no one was seriously hurt': Mission hair salon to close for 2 weeks after vehicle crash Play Video

  July 26, 2026 6:53 PM

  EZ Cuts in Mission will be closed for the next two weeks after a suspected drunk driver crashed into the building. "Something like that happens and what runs through your head is the people in the building. You want to make sure everyone is safe, you know?" EZ Cuts... more »

• Mission CISD, McAllen ISD to hand out school supplies at back-to-school events

  July 26, 2026 1:34 PM

  Mission Consolidated Independent School District and McAllen Independent School District will each hold a back-to-school bash and hand out school supplies to students. The events will be held Monday, July 27. The Mission CISD Back-To-School Bash will be held at the Mission Event Center, 2425 Ruby Red Boulevard,... more »

• UTRGV School of Medicine welcomes its largest class of Valley native students Play Video

  July 26, 2026 12:43 PM

  The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine made history on Saturday. The school welcomed its largest class of Valley native students. Behind each round of applause is a story, and Tristan Solis explains why that story matters so much. "I'm the first person in... more »

• Edinburg CISD to hold second round of interviews for superintendent position Play Video

  July 26, 2026 12:23 PM

  The superintendent position at Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District remains vacant. The school board held a six-hour special meeting on Saturday to select a candidate, but the meeting ended without a decision. The meeting comes after former Superintendent Mario H. Salinas announced his retirement in March. The... more »

• New mural at LUPE's San Juan office highlights agricultural community Play Video

  July 25, 2026 5:55 PM

  A new mural has been painted at the La Unión del Pueblo Entero office in San Juan. The mural took two years to create and was originally started by University of Texas Rio Grande Valley students. It highlights the Valley's past and present in terms of being an agricultural... more »

• Mercedes man faces up to life in prison in fentanyl overdose death Play Video

  July 25, 2026 12:08 PM

  A Mercedes man faces federal charges after prosecutors say he sold fentanyl that led to someone's death. A federal judge ordered 28-year-old Bryan Alexis Cedillo to be held in custody pending further proceedings. Prosecutors told the court Cedillo sold narcotics that caused a fatal overdose. They also presented... more »

• $2 million grant set to rehabilitate Mission streets Play Video

  July 24, 2026 5:31 PM

  A Mission neighborhood hit hard by past flooding is now set to see millions of dollars in street improvements. For more than 30 years, Marco Garcia has called a Mission neighborhood home, but with every heavy rain, comes the same concern. Garcia still remembers the devastating floods of... more »

• Third arrest made in connection to deadly San Juan shooting at H-E-B parking lot Play Video

  July 24, 2026 2:37 PM

  The San Juan Police Department has arrested a third individual in connection with a deadly shooting at an H-E-B parking lot on July 16. Police said Ivory Ruiz was arrested on July 23 and charged with hindering apprehension, three counts of assault of a peace officer and resisting arrest... more »

• City of Alamo plans mobile spay, neuter clinics, looking to bring in animal shelter Play Video

  July 24, 2026 2:21 PM

  Two Alamo women who have dedicated their lives to rescuing stray dogs say the problem has grown too big to handle on their own. Now they're asking city leaders to step in. For Shannon Casas and Leticia Gonzalez, helping stray dogs has become a daily mission. "I've seen... more »

• Edinburg police search for driver who fled after causing property damage Play Video

  July 24, 2026 11:41 AM

  The Edinburg Police Department is trying to identify a driver who hit a fence and took off without leaving contact information. The crash occurred July 23 in the 3700 block of Lori Morgan Drive. The driver struck and destroyed a wooden fence spanning two neighboring properties before driving away.... more »

• Weslaco road project cuts sales at coffee shop; city admits not properly notifying businesses Play Video

  July 23, 2026 2:18 PM

  The owner of a Weslaco coffee shop says road construction is driving away customers. Now, the city admits businesses were not notified as planned. At La Casa Azul Coffee Bar, the coffee is still brewing, but owner Mina Reyes says business has slowed to a trickle. "We have... more »

• Elsa police hide rubber ducks in city parks to get kids outside Play Video

  July 23, 2026 1:14 PM

  A police project in Elsa is getting kids up and moving. The Elsa Police Department has turned the city into a giant duck hunt. It's their way of getting kids out of the house and off their screens this summer. Children who find the little rubber ducks get... more »

• Valley nun speaks out following ICE detainment, fights removal to third country Play Video

  July 23, 2026 9:50 AM

  For the first time, a Rio Grande Valley nun detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is sharing what happened to her. Sister Leticia "Letty" Ugboaja is scheduled for another immigration check-in next week. Since her detention, Sister Letty says she has lived with stress, anxiety and fear... more »

• Donna police add 4 new patrol units using seized drug funds Play Video

  July 22, 2026 6:45 PM

  The Donna Police Department just got four new patrol cars. The city used forfeiture money from drug investigation to pay for the new units; each one cost $40,000. "Units are driven every day, miles are put in every day. The wear and tear of the units that I... more »

• Alton police aim to educate public on signs of human trafficking Play Video

  July 22, 2026 6:41 PM

  The Alton Police Department wants everyone to know the signs of human trafficking. They are hosting an event on Thursday in partnership with the Hidalgo County District Attorney's Office. The goal is to encourage others to speak up if they see anything suspicious. "If somebody knows about this... more »

• 4th annual Earth and Space Celebration set in Mercedes Play Video

  July 22, 2026 5:07 PM

  Families in the Rio Grande Valley looking for something fun and educational to do before the school year starts are going to want to check out the Earth and Space Celebration happening in August. Event Founder Dr. Samuel Garcia Jr. spoke with Channel 5 News' Dina Herrera Garza about... more »

• Valley relatives mourn 19-year-old soldier killed in Jordan air base attack Play Video

  July 22, 2026 1:27 PM

  The young American soldier killed last week by an Iranian strike in Jordan had ties to the Rio Grande Valley. Pvt. Isabella Gonzales' family members said her mother is from La Feria. Gonzales died last Friday after Iran attacked the U.S. air base in Jordan. She was 19... more »

• San Juan museum marks one year of teaching Mexican American civil rights history Play Video

  July 22, 2026 12:53 PM

  A small museum in San Juan is celebrating its first year. Museo 956 is just down the street from the historic San Juan Hotel, the building that inspired its creation. "Some might say because of that painful history you should demolish it. However, we know that erasing history... more »

• Pharr food bank packs emergency boxes for flood survivors Play Video

  July 22, 2026 12:10 PM

  Flooding across parts of the state has left some families dealing with damage and recovery. Now, Food Bank RGV and Rio Grande Valley residents are stepping up to help. "It feels good. I mean I feel like I'm making, just like maybe, a little bit of a difference,"... more »

• Operation Border Health kicks off with free medical services across the Valley Play Video

  July 21, 2026 6:36 PM

  Operation Border Health kicked off Friday and will continue through July 23. Free medical services are available across all four Rio Grande Valley counties, offering parents of student-athletes free sports physicals ahead of the new school year. "We just ask them to bring their medications, their prescription medication... more »

• Edinburg airport installs 11-foot fence to boost safety, keep out wildlife Play Video

  July 18, 2026 12:33 PM

  The South Texas International Airport in Edinburg has a new fence. It was installed by the city and is four miles long, 11 feet high and buried two feet underground. Officials said it was built to keep out more than just people. "Usually, we hit the wild pigs... more »

• Edinburg state jail to add new housing areas Play Video

  July 17, 2026 12:23 PM

  A state jail in Edinburg is adding two new housing areas. The expansion will add 800 beds to the Reynaldo V. Lopez Unit. The project is part of a statewide effort to expand inmate capacity, following funding approval by state lawmakers in 2025. Construction is expected to begin... more »

• Deadly San Juan H-E-B parking lot shooting linked to drug deal gone wrong Play Video

  July 17, 2026 8:41 AM

  The two suspects arrested in connection with a deadly San Juan shooting at an H-E-B parking lot have been charged with murder. Michael Anthony Lopez, 18, and Juan Samuel Olguin, 19, were arraigned on Friday and each given a $1 million bond. Lopez was also charged with aggravated... more »

• Weslaco clinic to host back-to-school health fair

  July 14, 2026 3:45 PM

  For The Total Me Health and Wellness Clinic in Weslaco will be hosting a free back-to-school health fair. The clinic will be handing out free school supplies to those who attend. They will also have free blood pressure and glucose checks, mental wellness check and also body composition and... more »

• Mission firefighters quickly contained blaze that damaged a home

  July 14, 2026 1:54 PM

  The Mission Fire Department responded to a structure fire that left a home damaged. Firefighters responded to the fire in southwest Mission at around 9:44 a.m. Tuesday. According to a city spokesperson, the fire was quickly contained and no injuries were reported. No one was home at... more »

• RGV Vipers, Driscoll prepare for 6th annual Back-To-School Expo in Edinburg Play Video

  July 13, 2026 3:40 PM

  The Rio Grande Valley Vipers and Driscoll are hosting their sixth annual Back-To-School Expo in Edinburg. RGV Vipers Director of Media Relations Juanita Dellett spoke with Channel 5 News' Sarah Cervera about the event. Around 4,000 backpacks and 50,000 school supplies will be given away while supplies last.... more »

• Woman hospitalized following nightclub shooting near Edinburg, Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office investigating

  July 13, 2026 11:21 AM

  The Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that occurred over the weekend outside an after-hours bar that hospitalized one woman. The shooting happened around 12:50 a.m. Sunday in the 5100 block of South Raul Longoria Road outside the El Antro Nightclub, an after-hours bar. Sheriff's deputies... more »

• Oil leak leads to expressway car fire near Donna

  July 13, 2026 11:09 AM

  An oil leak triggered a car fire on Expressway 83 near Donna on Saturday, July 11, according to the Donna Police Department. Donna police responded to the 600 block of East Expressway 83 where they found a 2010 gray Chevrolet Traverse fully engulfed in flames. Police said the... more »

• McAllen police officers killed in 2020 domestic disturbance call honored Play Video

  July 12, 2026 2:02 PM

  It's been six years since two McAllen police officers were killed in the line of duty. Officers Edelmiro Garza Jr. and Ismael Chavez Jr. were killed in an ambush while responding to a domestic disturbance at a home in south McAllen. The officers were walking to the home... more »

• Vehicle theft suspect at large following police chase in Hidalgo County Play Video

  July 12, 2026 12:44 PM

  Authorities chased a stolen truck from Pharr to Mercedes before losing the driver on foot, according to city of Pharr spokesperson Michael Martinez. The pursuit started around 7:30 a.m. Sunday after officers responded to a report of a stolen Chevy Colorado. The Texas Department of Public Safety assisted with... more »

• McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge marks 100 years as a border gateway Play Video

  July 11, 2026 1:46 PM

  Community leaders, elected officials and international dignitaries gathered to mark 100 years of the McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge, one of the Rio Grande Valley's most significant international gateways. The centennial celebration recognized the bridge's role in connecting the United States and Mexico while strengthening regional economic development, international trade, tourism... more »

• DHR Health Transplant Institute in McAllen earns top state, national rankings

  July 11, 2026 1:38 PM

  A Rio Grande Valley kidney transplant center just earned top rankings in Texas and the nation. The DHR Health Transplant Institute in McAllen ranked No. 2 in Texas and No. 16 in the nation among kidney transplant centers, according to the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients. In 2025,... more »

• Rio Grande City, Mission animal shelters train staff to spot screwworm parasite Play Video

  July 10, 2026 12:23 PM

  Two Rio Grande Valley animal shelters now have certified staff to help spot the New World screwworm. Staff at Rio Grande City and Mission animal shelters took online training from the state to learn how to identify screwworm in their animals. Mission has four certified officers and Rio... more »

• Donna mobile home business warns of fake accounts scamming buyers online Play Video

  July 10, 2026 12:01 PM

  Scammers are pretending to represent a Donna mobile home business, and the real business owners want to warn people. "We feel bad for the people, especially those that have given money out," J. Webber Homes Manager Israel Webber said. That concern is growing for Webber. He said someone... more »

• Edinburg museum closes Freddy Gonzalez exhibit for redesign Play Video

  July 7, 2026 3:38 PM

  The Museum of South Texas History is preparing to take its Freddy Gonzalez exhibit offline as construction begins on a new gallery space. Visitors have until August 2 to see the current exhibit, which includes artifacts tied to Gonzalez's life and military service. Items on display include his... more »

• Congressman Gonzalez secures federal funds for Mercedes drainage upgrades Play Video

  July 7, 2026 3:30 PM

  U.S. Representative Vicente Gonzalez secured $850,000 in federal funding to upgrade the storm sewer system in Mercedes. The money comes from Fiscal Year 2026 Community Project Funding. It will go toward improving how the city collects and discharges stormwater. Planned work includes expanding and installing reinforced concrete pipes,... more »

• Teen charged with lying to police in connection with deadly hit-and-run crash in Edinburg Play Video

  July 7, 2026 2:49 PM

  A second suspect has been arrested in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash in Edinburg involving a bicyclist. According to a news release, 17-year-old Jezaie Luis Gonzalez turned himself in to the Edinburg Police Department and was charged with making a false report to a peace officer. The... more »

• Suspect in custody after police pursuit ends in Donna crash

  July 7, 2026 11:23 AM

  A vehicle pursuit that began in Cameron County ended in a crash on the expressway in Donna and one man was arrested. The Cameron County Sheriff's Office was in pursuit of a black Buick Enclave before the Texas Department of Public Safety took over the chase. The crash... more »